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Ukrainska Pravda

center39d ago

Russia attacks Ukraine with missiles and drones, hits recorded at 36 locations

Russia launched 157 drones and missiles targeting 36 locations across Ukraine's Kyiv, Zaporizhzhia, and Odesa oblasts on the night of September 16-17. Ukrainian air defence forces reported destroying or jamming 131 aerial assets, though the attack was ongoing with some Russian drones still in Ukrainian airspace.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center39d ago

Russia loses 1,960 soldiers and 43 artillery systems over past day

Ukraine's General Staff has updated data on Russian losses: Russia lost 1,960 soldiers killed and wounded over the past day.

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Al Jazeera

center39d ago

US military claims Strait of Hormuz remains open amid ongoing blockade

US Navy Captain Tim Hawkins stated on Wednesday that US forces have kept the Strait of Hormuz open to commercial shipping, facilitating over 900 million barrels of oil since early May. Hawkins rejected claims of Iranian control over the waterway, asserting that US forces remain vigilant in ensuring clear shipping lanes despite ongoing tensions and Iranian maritime actions.

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Al Jazeera

center39d ago

For checkpoint and settler attack news, Palestinians tune into the radio

Palestinians in the occupied West Bank rely on Basma FM radio for updates on Israeli military checkpoints and settler attacks, which began broadcasting on October 2, 2023. The station's news team verifies information on road closures and potential dangers, offering crucial real-time guidance for navigating the increasingly hazardous travel conditions.

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Middle East Eye

center39d ago

US reiterates support for Yemen’s government against ‘Houthi aggression’, UAE condemns Mecca attack

The top US diplomat for Yemen, Neil Hop, told Yemen’s Foreign Minister Afrah al-Zouba that the US maintained its “strong support” for Yemen’s internationally recognised Saudi-backed government. “The United States of America stands in solidarity with the Yemen government and its people against Iran-backed Houthi aggression,” the embassy cited Hop as saying in a post on X.

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Middle East Eye

center39d ago

Lebanon, Somalia condemn Houthi attack on Mecca

Somalia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said it “strongly condemns the attempted drone attack on Makkah and the recent attacks on civilian areas in Saudi Arabia” in a statement on Wednesday. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has also strongly condemned the attack, affirming Lebanon’s “full solidarity” with Saudi Arabia, upon his arrival in France earlier on Wednesday.

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Al Jazeera

center39d ago

US removes Venezuela from drug list, Trump says

President Trump announced the US will remove Venezuela from its list of major drug transit or production countries, citing cooperation with the interim government against cartels. This decision, alongside potential removals for Colombia and Bolivia, reflects a broader shift in US regional policy towards newly elected conservative leaders.

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Al Jazeera

center39d ago

Efforts underway for Zelenskyy-Trump meeting at UN next week

Ukrainian and US diplomatic teams are actively working to arrange a meeting between Presidents Zelenskyy and Trump during the UN General Assembly in New York next week. This effort occurs amid escalating Russian strikes on Ukraine, which have increased civilian casualties by 37% this year, and as Trump urges Ukraine to halt attacks on Russian diesel infrastructure, citing global fuel price surges.

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The Intercept

left39d ago

The New York Times Conveniently Forgets the Real Stakes of Attacks on Free Speech

The paper published a long recounting of Trump’s attacks on the press, without ever mentioning Israel, Gaza, or ICE.

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Jerusalem Post — Iran News

right39d ago

Iran's targeting of US bases may have used Russian spy satellite imagery - report

Iranian drone and missile attacks on US bases, including Prince Sultan Air Base on March 27, may have utilized Russian spy satellite imagery for targeting, according to a CNN report citing two US officials. This alleged Russian assistance, providing detailed imagery and signal detection, is described as "monumental" by a Saudi expert, potentially indicating a reciprocal action for US support to Ukraine.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center39d ago

EU ambassadors presented with draft sanctions targeting 1,576 Russian entities

The European External Action Service presented EU ambassadors with a draft sanctions package on September 16, targeting 1,576 Russian individuals and entities linked to the defence industry. This proposal represents the largest addition to the EU's sanctions regime for violations of Ukraine's territorial integrity since 2014, pending further technical review and ambassadorial approval.

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Middle East Eye

center39d ago

'Few cards to play': Saudi Arabia faces limited options against Houthis with allies out

For months, Saudi Arabia appeared fairly insulated from the war on Iran even as it engulfed smaller neighbours. In fact, Saudi Aramco, the kingdom’s oil company, chalked up bumper profits this summer thanks to its East-West Pipeline, allowing crude exports to bypass the Strait of Hormuz.

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Jerusalem Post — Iran News

right39d ago

Even an attack on Mecca isn't enough to unite the Middle East against Iran, analyst tells 'Post'

Bahraini political analyst Dr. Ahmed Alkhuzaie stated that Middle Eastern states have been too dysfunctional to unite against Iran's regional axis, even after Saudi Arabia reported intercepting a Houthi drone south of Mecca on Tuesday. Alkhuzaie predicted further alliance reconfigurations, including potential Arab nations moving closer to Israel, due to a lack of regional alignment and Iran's narrative of a religious war being exposed by the attack.

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Al Jazeera

center39d ago

UK trade unions back motion to boycott and sanction Israel

The UK's Trades Union Congress, representing over 5.3 million workers, passed a motion calling for boycotts, divestment, and sanctions against Israel. This marks the first time the congress has backed the BDS movement, demanding an end to military cooperation and arms deals, and advocating for government sanctions to oppose the destruction in Gaza and settler violence.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center39d ago

One of Ukraine's key industries almost disappears from GDP

Metinvest estimates Ukraine's metals industry contribution to GDP has fallen from 7% before the invasion to near zero, with only two of its mining assets operating at reduced capacity. The Southern plant is idle due to port closures, Inhulets plant is shut due to electricity prices, and Zaporizhstal has suffered critical damage from Russian strikes.

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The Guardian Middle East

left39d ago

More Republicans are turning on Iran war as midterms come into view

Three Republicans broke ranks on Tuesday to support a House war powers resolution demanding President Trump withdraw troops from the conflict with Iran, citing concerns over an open-ended war and its economic impact. This rebellion underscores growing unease among vulnerable GOP lawmakers as the November midterms approach, with Democrats leveraging the unpopular conflict to criticize the administration's policies.

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BBC Middle East

center39d ago

Eight children among 21 killed after war-damaged Gaza building collapses, rescuers say

At least 21 people, including eight children, were killed when a war-damaged multi-storey building collapsed in Gaza City's Tal al-Hawa area, according to Hamas-run Civil Defence rescue teams. Rescue efforts are ongoing amidst equipment shortages, while separate Israeli strikes in Gaza reportedly killed at least five more Palestinians, including children.

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Al Jazeera

center39d ago

‘Nowhere to go’: Gaza’s damaged buildings turn deadly

A war-damaged building collapsed in western Gaza City on Wednesday, killing at least 21 Palestinians, including nine members of one extended family. The incident highlights fears over the safety of damaged structures in Gaza, where many displaced residents lack alternative housing and are forced to occupy precarious ruins.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center39d ago

Poland reportedly surprised by Brussels plan to use remaining SAFE funds for Ukraine

Poland and other EU nations expressed surprise after European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen suggested using remaining SAFE funds for Ukraine, bypassing prior discussions about member states using these funds for their own defense projects. The plan has caused irritation among member states who were not consulted and are currently repaying the SAFE loans themselves.

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