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The Guardian Middle East

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I was arrested protesting Netanyahu’s New York visit. Here’s why we took a stand | Darializa Avila Chevalier

Darializa Avila Chevalier, a Democratic nominee for New York's 13th congressional district, was arrested outside the United Nations alongside hundreds of New Yorkers protesting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit. The protest, involving over 400 participants from various organizations, demanded an end to the conflict in Gaza and US funding for Israeli military actions.

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Middle East Eye

center29d ago

Senate edges closer to vote on Israeli accountability for US citizens killed in West Bank, Democrat says

Maryland Democratic Senator Chris Van Hollen stated on Thursday that a vote on Senate Resolution 852, which seeks accountability for Israel regarding the killings and imprisonment of US citizens in the occupied West Bank, could occur as soon as next week. Van Hollen expressed optimism due to 24 Democratic co-sponsors, noting that the resolution's passage hinges on securing Republican support, which currently appears unlikely.

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Jerusalem Post — Iran News

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Bereaved Iranians respond to Pezeshkian's claims to UNGA that US, Israel armed January protesters

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian claimed at the UNGA that January protesters were armed by the US and Israel, but bereaved Iranians have responded on social media insisting their loved ones were unarmed and acting independently. Human rights organizations and a UN probe have disputed Tehran's official death toll of 3,117, with the UN finding reasonable grounds to believe Iranian authorities committed crimes against humanity.

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Jerusalem Post — Iran News

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Iran's President Pezeshkian tells UN General Assembly Trump is a 'bully,' quotes Game of Thrones

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian addressed the UN General Assembly on September 23, calling US President Trump a "bully" and stating Iran would not "bend the knee" to pressure. Pezeshkian's defiant speech, which included holding up photos of victims of alleged attacks, aimed to project strength amid internal IRGC pushback and ongoing US-Iran diplomatic efforts.

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Jerusalem Post — Iran News

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Iran launches attack on Kurdistan region of Iraq in latest strike on Kurdish groups

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched three drones from Iran targeting a Kurdistan Democratic Party of Iran (KDPI) site near Soran in Iraq's Erbil province early Thursday, wounding one Peshmerga. This attack, occurring amid indirect US-Iran talks and following the anniversary of a 2017 independence referendum, signals Iran's intent to continue striking Kurdish groups despite ongoing negotiations.

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Jerusalem Post — Iran News

right29d ago

Iran receives Chinese intelligence, military-linked components to bolster drone program - report

Iran is reportedly receiving intelligence and military-linked components from China to bolster its drone and missile programs, with customs data indicating thousands of shipments of "dual-use" materials. This support aids Iran in evading US sanctions, while US officials have linked Chinese-sourced satellite imagery to a July strike that killed three American soldiers.

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Middle East Eye

center29d ago

Iranian press review: Iranian elite profit billions from oil sanctions

An Iranian investigative journalist alleged that a network of four brokers, overseen by a former IRGC intelligence official, has profited an estimated $1.5 billion from circumventing oil sanctions over the past three months. Separately, a student news network reported that five detained students have been sentenced to death by Islamic Revolutionary Courts on charges including "collusion against national security" and "corruption on earth."

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BBC Middle East

center29d ago

Trump's Board of Peace unveils $2.45bn Gaza recovery plan

Donald Trump's Board of Peace announced a $2.45 billion Gaza recovery plan during a UN General Assembly meeting, focusing on housing, energy, and waste removal over six months. The plan faces significant challenges including security, governance, and the need for substantial additional donations beyond the $18 billion pledged.

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Al Jazeera

center29d ago

Gaza watches Israel’s elections with fear and antipathy

Palestinians are following the campaign, but few feel next month's vote will make their lives any better.

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The Guardian Asia

left29d ago

Venezuela being ‘reborn’, Rodríguez tells UN – as it happened

Venezuela's acting president, Delcy Rodríguez, told the UN General Assembly that the country is "being reborn" following the "setbacks" of this year, specifically mentioning the US military's capture of Nicolás Maduro. Rodríguez thanked Donald Trump for his willingness to resume diplomatic relations, marking the first trip to the US by a Venezuelan head of state since 2018.

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The Guardian Europe

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The long-range drone war: Ukraine and Russia scramble for supremacy in the skies

Ukrainian drone crews, including the 413 Raid regiment, are conducting nightly long-range missions using Fire Point FP-2 drones to strike military, industrial, and economic targets over 200 miles away in occupied Luhansk. This reflects a pivot in the conflict towards drone warfare, with both Ukraine and Russia developing advanced capabilities, though the balance of power remains uncertain.

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Al Jazeera

center29d ago

Venezuela’s Delcy Rodriguez promises elections at UN, gives no date

Venezuela's acting president, Delcy Rodriguez, told the UN General Assembly on Wednesday that elections would be held as part of a transition to "full democracy," but provided no specific date. Rodriguez stated that the Venezuelan people would determine the timing and that institutions would be prepared for an inclusive, transparent process, marking a step in the country's diplomatic reintegration.

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Jerusalem Post — Iran News

right29d ago

Senior IRGC commander killed in clash with gunmen near Iran-Pakistan border - report

A senior Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) commander, Brig.-Gen. Hossein Zarifi, was killed on Wednesday during a raid on an alleged militant cell in Saravan, Sistan and Baluchestan Province, near the Iran-Pakistan border. Five alleged militants were killed and others arrested in the operation, though the identity of the gunmen remains unclear and no group has claimed responsibility.

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Al Jazeera

center28d ago

Trump-Xi summit: Four key takeaways from the Washington, DC, meeting

US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping met in Washington, DC, seeking to stabilize bilateral ties despite unresolved differences on issues including Iran, Taiwan, AI, and trade. While Trump described the meeting as "great," and Xi advocated for "healthy" competition, no breakthroughs were reported on Iran, and some US lawmakers criticized the reception for Xi.

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Middle East Eye

center28d ago

Dozens of envoys from across the world walk out of Netanyahu's UN speech

Dozens of international envoys walked out of the UN General Assembly hall on Thursday during Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address. Delegates reportedly jeered and booed as they departed, while members of Netanyahu's delegation applauded.

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Middle East Eye

center29d ago

Netanyahu paints Israel's critics as 'antisemites' in angry UN speech to near-empty hall

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a confrontational speech at the United Nations General Assembly, targeting critics including the Mayor of New York City and the President of Turkey. The speech was met with boos and a near-empty hall as delegates walked out, prompting Netanyahu to label remaining critics as 'moral cowards'.

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Middle East Eye

center29d ago

Iranian-American group sues Trump for 'unconstitutional' war on Iran

The National Iranian American Council (NIAC), a civic engagement organisation based in Washington, DC, filed a lawsuit against US President Donald Trump on Thursday, asking a federal judge to declare the US war on Iran unconstitutional, given that Trump did not seek congressional authority and has no timeline to end it. The complaint for declaratory relief was filed by prominent constitutional lawyers Alan Morrison and Bruce Fein in the US District Court for the District of Columbia.

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Middle East Eye

center29d ago

Keypoints of Netanyahu's UNGA address

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government paid to place 500 pro-Israel and anti-Iran billboards and dozens of trucks carrying messages in support of Israel across Manhattan, according to his office ahead of his speech. Here are the highlights of Netanyahu's speech at the UN General Assembly on Thursday, as he spoke for about 40 minutes in what amounted to a campaign-style address, broadcast live in evening prime time on all four of Israel's main television channels.

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The Intercept

left29d ago

Congress Failed Again to Stop Trump’s Iran War. This Group Is Trying Through the Courts.

The National Iranian American Council Action filed a lawsuit in a Washington federal court on Thursday, arguing President Trump's war against Iran violates the Constitution's Declare War Clause. This legal challenge follows the Senate's failure to pass a resolution to stop the hostilities, which began on February 28 and have escalated into a regional conflict with significant civilian and economic impacts.

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Al Jazeera

center29d ago

What’s triggered the latest violence in Ethiopia?

The Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) has announced a 'full-blown war' against the Ethiopian army, escalating conflict across three regions including Tigray, four years after a fragile peace. This marks the largest escalation since the 2022 peace deal, with both sides accusing each other of breaching its terms and the TPLF forming an opposition alliance aiming to overthrow the government.

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