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center40d ago

Vance says US war on Iran will enter 'much different phase' in coming months

US Vice President JD Vance stated that Washington has completed the first phase of its war objectives against Iran, which focused on dismantling its nuclear program and conventional military capabilities. He indicated that the conflict will transition into a new phase in the coming months, aimed at preventing Tehran from rebuilding its power projection capabilities and ensuring global stability.

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Al Jazeera

center40d ago

Republican congressman calls to impeach US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth

Republican Representative Thomas Massie introduced articles of impeachment against US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth in the House of Representatives on Tuesday, accusing him of waging war without congressional approval and disregarding civilian casualties. The impeachment resolution faces long odds of success in the Republican-majority House, with the Pentagon expressing full support for Secretary Hegseth.

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BBC Middle East

center40d ago

Iran war has led to US munitions shortfalls, Pentagon inspector confirms

The Pentagon inspector general confirmed "strategic inventory shortfalls" in US munitions and "industrial base bottlenecks" for resupply due to spending over $22 billion on munitions from February through June, contradicting President Trump's claims of "virtually unlimited" supplies. The report indicates the Defense Department is working to streamline procurement and production to address these shortages and equipment losses totaling $3.7 billion.

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Jerusalem Post — Iran News

right40d ago

CENTCOM, IDF, Arab militaries held military summit on Middle East, Iran, source confirms to 'Post'

US Central Command, Israel, and eight Arab militaries convened in Germany last week to discuss strengthening Middle East security cooperation and countering Iran. The summit, which included discussions on securing the Strait of Hormuz and intelligence sharing, signals deepening ties between Israel and Arab states amid escalating regional threats.

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Al Jazeera

center40d ago

NATO jet shoots down suspected Russian drone over Lithuania

An Italian NATO fighter jet shot down a suspected Russian drone that entered Lithuanian airspace from Belarus on Tuesday, near Pratkunai. The incident, which involved a drone carrying explosives, heightened fears of the Ukraine war spilling into neighboring states, with European officials warning of wider conflict and Russian aggression.

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Al Jazeera

center41d ago

Israel lacking respect for dead buried in Gaza rubble: UN

The UN's human rights chief, Volker Turk, stated on Tuesday that Israeli bulldozers are clearing rubble in Gaza with "no respect for the dead," unearthing remains of entire families. This action heightens concerns that evidence of war crimes is being destroyed or concealed amidst the extensive destruction caused by Israeli military operations.

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Middle East Eye

center41d ago

Norman Finkelstein calls Israel 'nation of child killers' in Tucker Carlson interview

Political scientist Norman Finkelstein described Israel as a "nation of child killers" during an interview with Tucker Carlson, stating that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reflects this societal characteristic. Finkelstein's comments, which also touched on his own denied entry into Israel, have sparked debate online regarding Israeli policies and actions in Gaza.

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The Guardian Europe

left41d ago

Carney says Canada will pursue ‘unique security and economic alliance’ with EU amid US trade spat

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Tuesday that Canada will pursue a "unique security and economic alliance" with the European Union, positioning the country as a safe harbor for foreign capital amid strained US trade relations. This initiative aims to reduce Canada's reliance on the United States and explore new avenues for economic and political cooperation with the EU, including potential visa-free travel and joint defense projects.

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Jerusalem Post — Iran News

right41d ago

Iranian air defense shoots down third US drone over Strait of Hormuz, regime claims - report

Iran's state broadcaster IRIB claimed its air defense shot down a US MQ-1 drone over the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, reportedly the third such incident. This claim follows a separate report by CENTCOM that the IRGC attempted to seize a US naval drone on Monday, an action the US responded to by destroying two Iranian boats.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center41d ago

Zelenskyy dismisses Prosecutor General Kravchenko

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a decree dismissing Ruslan Kravchenko as prosecutor general following a parliamentary vote. Kravchenko's dismissal comes amid investigations into alleged corruption and his departure from Ukraine, with his deputy Maksym Krym now overseeing management functions.

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The Guardian Middle East

left41d ago

Houthis threaten more Saudi strikes as UN warns of humanitarian crisis in Yemen

The Houthis threatened further Saudi strikes after launching dozens of missiles and drones against King Khalid airbase, leading to suspended loadings at Saudi Arabia's Yanbu port and a nearly 3% rise in Brent crude prices. The UN warned of a humanitarian crisis with 100,000 displaced Yemenis, while Qatar cautioned that Houthi control of the Bab al-Mandab strait would be catastrophic.

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The Guardian Europe

left41d ago

Top Democrat on House oversight panel investigating Trump Jr wedding party bankrolled by Russian oligarch

Representative Robert Garcia is investigating potential foreign entanglement between Donald Trump Jr. and Russian oligarch Umar Kremlev, who reportedly bankrolled a portion of Trump Jr.'s wedding celebrations. Garcia has requested documents from the White House and Trump Jr. regarding communications and financial ties, citing concerns about pay-to-play schemes and foreign infiltration.

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The Guardian Middle East

left41d ago

‘This should be condemned by any thinking human’: film industry rallies behind NAZA directors

Israel's culture minister threatened to revoke the citizenship of Oscar-winning directors Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor over their documentary 'NAZA,' which details Israeli AI-powered targeting systems used in Gaza. The film industry, including directors from Venice, Telluride, Locarno, San Sebastián, and Berlin film festivals, has rallied in solidarity with the directors, condemning the threats as an attack on artistic and journalistic freedom.

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BBC Middle East

center41d ago

Two sailors missing after tanker attacked in Strait of Hormuz, Oman says

Two sailors are missing and 23 have been rescued after the Panama-flagged El Gaia tanker was attacked and caught fire in the Strait of Hormuz, near Oman's Musandam peninsula, on Tuesday. The incident's cause is disputed, with Iran claiming naval mines and the US alleging Iranian missile and drone strikes, amid ongoing tensions and attacks on commercial shipping in the vital waterway.

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Jerusalem Post — Iran News

right41d ago

‘Last Breath’: The campaign giving Iran’s condemned a face and a name

Iranian opposition activists launched the 'Last Breath' campaign on social media, sharing names and photographs of individuals facing execution to humanize them and push for international intervention. The campaign, now active in multiple languages, uses the symbolism of sunrise to highlight the frequent dawn executions in Iran and aims to prevent condemned individuals from becoming mere statistics.

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Al Jazeera

center41d ago

Canada, the UK and Australia should investigate the WCK attack in Gaza

Canada, the UK, and Australia should launch their own investigations into the April 2024 drone strikes that killed seven World Central Kitchen aid workers in Gaza, following Israel's decision not to pursue criminal charges. The article argues that these Western nations have the legal right and capacity to exercise universal jurisdiction, asserting that failing to investigate would signal acceptance of Israeli impunity for the deaths of their citizens.

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Jerusalem Post — Iran News

right41d ago

IRGC promotes 'self-sacrifice' campaign, ramps up efforts to hunt dissidents, critics abroad

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched an intelligence system called "Elaaj" to monitor and target dissidents abroad, while simultaneously initiating a "Janfada" (self-sacrifice campaign) to recruit and train supporters for military and relief operations. The "Elaaj" system encourages citizens to report on critics, potentially leading to revoked citizenship and financial isolation, while the "Janfada" campaign aims to mobilize youth and expand Basij-style units, signaling a renewed effort at both transnational repression and domestic mobilization.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center41d ago

Netherlands to allocate extra €327m for Ukraine's recovery by 2029

The Dutch government plans to allocate an additional €327 million for Ukraine's recovery and reconstruction between 2027 and 2029. This funding, on top of €878 million already pledged, will support repairs to energy and critical infrastructure, humanitarian aid, and the private sector.

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The Guardian Middle East

left41d ago

UK sanctions on Israel ‘fall far short’ of its obligations, legal experts say

Over 130 UK legal experts, including 18 KCs, wrote to the Prime Minister stating that recent UK sanctions on Israeli settlements fall short of obligations under the ICJ's finding that the occupation is unlawful. The signatories called for more rigorous measures, including a full arms embargo, to address the occupation itself and not just settlements.

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Middle East Eye

center41d ago

Over 130 lawyers warn UK sanctions on Israeli settlements don't go far enough

Over 130 lawyers have warned the UK Prime Minister that recent sanctions against Israeli settlements do not go far enough to meet international legal obligations, despite the government acknowledging the illegality of the occupation. The legal experts called for broader measures including a full arms embargo and divestment from settlement-related investments, arguing the current actions are piecemeal compared to sanctions imposed on Russia.

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