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Iran's security chief says seven conditions announced for talks to begin
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Middle East Eye
center35d ago

Iran's security chief says seven conditions announced for talks to begin

Iran's Supreme National Security Council secretary, Mohsen Rezaei, announced that Tehran has conveyed seven conditions to the U.S. government via Qatar for initiating talks. These conditions reportedly include an end to hostilities on all fronts, the release of frozen assets, and the cessation of a naval blockade.

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Thick smoke seen near Riyadh airport as Houthis claim attack on Saudi capital
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The Guardian Middle East
left36d ago

Thick smoke seen near Riyadh airport as Houthis claim attack on Saudi capital

Yemen's Houthis claimed to have attacked "sensitive" sites in Saudi Arabia's capital with missiles and drones on Saturday, hours after thick smoke was seen rising near Riyadh airport and a fuel tank fire erupted. Saudi air defense forces reportedly destroyed a missile targeting Riyadh, and the coalition stated it was responding to Houthi attacks, marking the first government air raid alerts for the capital since July.

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UAE dodges question on pre-October 7 warning to Netanyahu
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Middle East Eye
center36d ago

UAE dodges question on pre-October 7 warning to Netanyahu

The UAE addressed questions from The National, an Abu Dhabi-based newspaper, about whether it had alerted Netanyahu to a potential Hamas attack ahead of October 7, according to a Haaretz report. In its response, the UAE said security matters are handled through "relevant entities" in discussions with other countries, stopping short of directly addressing the claim.

Israel–Palestine
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Hamas says it’s in contact with mediators over escalated Israeli killings in Gaza
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Middle East Eye
center36d ago

Hamas says it’s in contact with mediators over escalated Israeli killings in Gaza

Hamas’ political bureau chief, Khalil al-Hayya, has been in close contact with mediators over the recent escalation in Israeli killings in Gaza, along with attacks in the occupied West Bank and at Al-Aqsa Mosque, the group said, according to Al Jazeera. In a statement, it said the killings are damaging chances for calm and show Israel failing to uphold its commitments under Trump's plan, due to restrictions on aid and reconstruction.

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Iran disputes US oil claim, approves new rule on Hormuz data cables
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Middle East Eye
center36d ago

Iran disputes US oil claim, approves new rule on Hormuz data cables

Iran has disputed a claim by US Central Command (Centcom) that it escorted tankers carrying more than a billion barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz. Armed forces spokesman Abolfazl Shekarchi called the claim a “failed psychological operation” meant to boost US troop morale and justify the war’s financial and human costs, Iran’s Fars news agency reported.

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Israel’s president pardons soldier who killed wounded Palestinian in 2016
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Al Jazeera
center36d ago

Israel’s president pardons soldier who killed wounded Palestinian in 2016

Israeli President Isaac Herzog has expunged the criminal record of former soldier Elor Azaria, who was convicted of manslaughter for fatally shooting a wounded Palestinian in Hebron in 2016. The military opposed the pardon due to Azaria's lack of remorse, but Herzog cited the passage of time and the spirit of Yom Kippur for the decision, which was welcomed by some Israeli officials and condemned by the Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

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Israeli president pardons combat medic who shot dead wounded Palestinian attacker
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The Guardian Middle East
left36d ago

Israeli president pardons combat medic who shot dead wounded Palestinian attacker

Israeli President Isaac Herzog has pardoned combat medic Elor Azaria, who shot dead a wounded Palestinian attacker in Hebron a decade ago. The pardon, recommended by Defense Minister Israel Katz and citing the passage of time and Azaria's expressed sorrow, follows his conviction for manslaughter and early release from an 18-month sentence.

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Houthis claim strikes on Riyadh, Yanbu while Saudi coalition says attacks thwarted
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Middle East Eye
center36d ago

Houthis claim strikes on Riyadh, Yanbu while Saudi coalition says attacks thwarted

Yemen's Houthis claimed responsibility for missile and drone strikes on sensitive sites in Riyadh and Yanbu on Saturday, with a Houthi spokesman stating the attacks were in response to Saudi actions. The Saudi-led coalition reported that its air defenses intercepted a ballistic missile aimed at Riyadh and thwarted other attempts targeting Yanbu and other locations, accusing the Houthis of escalating attacks on civilians and infrastructure.

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Turkey says it will look into Saudi military needs as part of defence pact
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Middle East Eye
center36d ago

Turkey says it will look into Saudi military needs as part of defence pact

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated on Saturday that Turkey would examine Saudi Arabia's potential military needs stemming from Houthi attacks, within the framework of a trilateral defence pact with Pakistan. Fidan also conveyed proposals to end the fighting, emphasizing Saudi Arabia's unwillingness to be drawn into a US-Iran conflict.

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Iran says conditions to re-engage in talks, end war sent to US via Qatar
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Al Jazeera
center36d ago

Iran says conditions to re-engage in talks, end war sent to US via Qatar

Iran's Supreme National Security Council secretary, Mohsen Rezaei, stated on Saturday that Tehran has conveyed conditions to Washington via Qatar for ending the conflict, awaiting a response from President Trump. These conditions include an end to hostilities on all fronts, the release of frozen funds, and the lifting of a naval blockade, with Iran prepared for continued war if its terms are not met.

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Israeli president pardons soldier who killed wounded Palestinian in 2016 West Bank shooting
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Middle East Eye
center36d ago

Israeli president pardons soldier who killed wounded Palestinian in 2016 West Bank shooting

Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Saturday granted Defense Minister Israel Katz’s request to clear the criminal record of Elor Azaria, a former Israeli soldier convicted of killing wounded Palestinian Abdel Fattah al-Sharif in Hebron in 2016, according to Haaretz. Katz had written to Herzog in July asking him to approve Azaria's request for expungement.

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Ukrainian interceptor downs Russian jet-powered drone for second time in one day – Zelenskyy
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Ukrainska Pravda
center36d ago

Ukrainian interceptor downs Russian jet-powered drone for second time in one day – Zelenskyy

On September 19, Ukrainian Security Service (SSU) counterintelligence successfully downed a Russian Geran-5 jet-powered drone using a newly developed Ukrainian interceptor drone. This marks the second successful deployment and interception of such a drone by Ukrainian forces within the same day.

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Iran says it conveyed conditions to re-engage in talks, end war with US
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Middle East Eye
center36d ago

Iran says it conveyed conditions to re-engage in talks, end war with US

Iran's Security Chief Mohsen Rezaei stated on Saturday that Iran has conveyed conditions to mediators, including ending all fronts of conflict and unfreezing funds, for re-engaging in talks with the US. Rezaei indicated that Iran awaits a response from President Trump and asserted readiness for war, while also stating Iran adheres to a fatwa prohibiting nuclear weapons.

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Russia reports ‘powerful’ cyberattacks on second day of parliamentary vote
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Al Jazeera
center36d ago

Russia reports ‘powerful’ cyberattacks on second day of parliamentary vote

Russia's Central Election Commission reported powerful, ongoing cyberattacks targeting Moscow's electronic voting system on the second day of its three-day parliamentary election. Ella Pamfilova stated the attacks are large-scale and intense, though the system remains operational, with President Putin accusing Ukraine of attempting to hinder the vote.

Ukraine–Russia
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Ukraine brings back 15 people from Russian occupation, including 96-year-old woman
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Ukrainska Pravda
center36d ago

Ukraine brings back 15 people from Russian occupation, including 96-year-old woman

Ukraine has repatriated 15 individuals from Russian-occupied territories, including a 96-year-old woman from Kherson Oblast, according to Ukrainian Human Rights Commissioner Dmytro Lubinets. The rescued individuals, who faced challenges such as prolonged occupation, health issues, and lack of essential resources, are now safe and receiving necessary medical and administrative support.

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Two women injured in Russian attack on Kherson Oblast
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Ukrainska Pravda
center36d ago

Two women injured in Russian attack on Kherson Oblast

Russian forces attacked Kherson Oblast on September 19, killing a 62-year-old woman in Lvivski Otruby via a drone strike and another woman in Novovorontsovka from artillery shelling. The attacks occurred around 11:10 and 12:50 local time, with the identity of the second victim still being established.

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Denmark and Greenland say US military agreement will not compromise Arctic territory’s sovereignty
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The Guardian Europe
left36d ago

Denmark and Greenland say US military agreement will not compromise Arctic territory’s sovereignty

Denmark and Greenland announced on Saturday they have reached an agreement with the US to allow a significant US military presence in the Arctic territory, which they stated will not compromise Greenland's sovereignty. The deal, expected to be signed next week during the UN General Assembly, aims to strengthen Arctic security and prevent US adversaries from establishing bases on the island.

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US military says Strait of Hormuz shipping volumes hit six-month high
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Middle East Eye
center36d ago

US military says Strait of Hormuz shipping volumes hit six-month high

US Central Command announced that shipping volumes through the Strait of Hormuz have reached a six-month high over the past fortnight. Centcom commander Admiral Brad Cooper stated that US forces have protected over 2,000 commercial vessels, facilitating the transit of more than one billion barrels of oil and clearing the strait's primary transit lanes of mines.

Iran
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Ukraine urges countries to restrict or shut down Russian Houses
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Ukrainska Pravda
center36d ago

Ukraine urges countries to restrict or shut down Russian Houses

Ukraine has formally requested governments worldwide to restrict or shut down Russian Houses, citing their role in Russian state propaganda, disinformation, and espionage. This call follows Germany's closure of the Russian House in Berlin due to alleged malign influence and hybrid attacks, though similar centers continue operating in at least seven European countries.

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Zelenskyy says Ukraine is preparing to expand long-range capabilities
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Ukrainska Pravda
center36d ago

Zelenskyy says Ukraine is preparing to expand long-range capabilities

President Zelenskyy announced Ukraine is preparing to expand its long-range strike capabilities in response to Russian attacks, following reports from Defence Minister Khmara and Commander-in-Chief Drapatyi. The announcement also included plans to update management approaches within the Medical Forces Command and recruit international volunteers.

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