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Iranian professors threaten to suspend academic activity as salaries remain unpaid
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right57d ago

Iranian professors threaten to suspend academic activity as salaries remain unpaid

Iranian university professors have threatened to suspend academic activity starting October 1 if outstanding salary payments and promised raises are not fully implemented by September 22. The Iran Academic Faculty Trade Union blames the Planning and Budget Organization for implementation delays, warning that continued neglect will damage higher education and exacerbate the country's "brain drain." The situation unfolds amidst Iran's broader economic pressures from conflict, sanctions, and internal unrest, which has prompted threats of a forceful crackdown from the judiciary chief.

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US commerce secretary erroneously said no Americans have died in Iran war, Trump claims
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The Guardian Middle East
left57d ago

US commerce secretary erroneously said no Americans have died in Iran war, Trump claims

Donald Trump claimed his commerce secretary, Howard Lutnick, erroneously stated no Americans died in the war with Iran, asserting instead that 18 US service members were killed. Lutnick later acknowledged mispeaking, attributing the error to confusion with a previous US operation in Venezuela.

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"A special place in the history of Russian lies": Ukrainian forces debunk fake news about "Vovchansk encirclement"
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Ukrainska Pravda
center57d ago

"A special place in the history of Russian lies": Ukrainian forces debunk fake news about "Vovchansk encirclement"

Ukraine's 16th Army Corps refuted Russian MoD claims of encircling Vovchansk and capturing several settlements, stating no defensive positions have been lost in six months. The corps attributed these claims to Russian propaganda ahead of elections and noted that Russian forces attempting deep penetrations suffered significant losses over the past week.

Ukraine–Russia
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Iran targets US bases as Israel warns sanctions could drive Tehran to ‘desperate steps’
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The Guardian Middle East
left57d ago

Iran targets US bases as Israel warns sanctions could drive Tehran to ‘desperate steps’

Iran's military stated it targeted US satellite systems and aircraft hangars at Kuwait's Ahmad al-Jaber air base and UAE's Al Minhad air base with missiles and drones on Thursday. Kuwait's defense ministry confirmed intercepting attacks, with Bahrain and Jordan also reporting Iranian air interceptions on Wednesday, amid Israeli warnings that sanctions could push Tehran to "desperate steps."

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Shootout in Kyiv between Ukrainian spy services ‘disgraceful’, says Zelenskyy
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The Guardian Europe
left57d ago

Shootout in Kyiv between Ukrainian spy services ‘disgraceful’, says Zelenskyy

A shootout occurred in central Kyiv on Wednesday morning between officers of Ukraine's SBU and military intelligence (HUR), resulting in three HUR officers being injured and President Zelenskyy calling the incident "disgraceful." The clash reportedly stemmed from the SBU's arrest of a Russian national fighting for Ukraine under HUR supervision, who was allegedly recruited by Russian intelligence to assassinate individuals, though his lawyer claims the arrest video was coerced and the man has since been released.

Ukraine–Russia
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Russians damage one of World Health Organisation's main warehouses in Ukraine
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Ukrainska Pravda
center57d ago

Russians damage one of World Health Organisation's main warehouses in Ukraine

Russian forces damaged a World Health Organisation warehouse in the Boryspil district of Kyiv Oblast during an attack on the night of September 2-3. No staff were injured, but the extent of damage and loss of medical supplies is still being assessed due to restricted access, with alternative storage facilities already secured.

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Putin says he strikes Ukraine so it "won't feel like" attacking his refineries
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Ukrainska Pravda
center57d ago

Putin says he strikes Ukraine so it "won't feel like" attacking his refineries

Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Russia conducts retaliatory strikes on Ukraine to deter Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries, claiming air defenses repelled all drone assaults the night before last. Putin also asserted that damage to Russian oil refineries from Ukrainian strikes is not critical and that only 10% of repair work remains.

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Ukrainian intel agencies in Kyiv firefight: What happened and why?
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Al Jazeera
center57d ago

Ukrainian intel agencies in Kyiv firefight: What happened and why?

A shootout occurred on Wednesday morning in Kyiv between Ukraine's Main Directorate of Intelligence (HUR) and the State Security Service (SBU), wounding at least three security officials. The incident reportedly began after the SBU detained Stepan Kaplunov, deputy commander of the Russian Volunteer Corps (RVC), a HUR subordinate, with President Zelenskyy calling the event "disgraceful" and demanding accountability.

Ukraine–Russia
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Who are the ‘Hilltop Girls’ behind Israel’s ‘soft settlement’ strategy?
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Al Jazeera
center57d ago

Who are the ‘Hilltop Girls’ behind Israel’s ‘soft settlement’ strategy?

Young Israeli women, known as the 'Hilltop Girls,' are establishing rudimentary tent outposts across the occupied West Bank as part of a 'soft settlement' strategy to expand Israeli presence and realize a vision of 'Greater Israel.' Despite occasional demolitions, these outposts receive state support and are transforming Palestinian land into settlements in violation of international law.

Israel–Palestine
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Ukraine takes the war to Russia’s space programme in tactical shift
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Al Jazeera
center57d ago

Ukraine takes the war to Russia’s space programme in tactical shift

On August 1, an explosion at an Italian restaurant in Moscow reportedly targeting Russian Aerospace Forces chief Aleksandr Chayko killed at least five people, with the Kremlin blaming Ukraine. This incident follows a pattern of Ukrainian drone and missile strikes aimed at Russia's space infrastructure, including facilities in Dubna and Crimea, which analysts suggest could disrupt both military and civilian space programs.

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Ben Gvir set to unveil $20bn plan to ethnically cleanse Gaza within seven years
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Middle East Eye
center57d ago

Ben Gvir set to unveil $20bn plan to ethnically cleanse Gaza within seven years

Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir is set to unveil a $20 billion plan to encourage the "voluntary emigration" of 1.86 million Palestinians from Gaza over seven years. This proposal, termed "Disengagement 710," aims to forcibly transfer Palestinians to other countries and is expected to be a condition for Ben Gvir's party joining a future Israeli coalition government.

Israel–Palestine
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Ukraine's General Staff confirms strike on Russian Kasta radar worth at least US$60m
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Ukrainska Pravda
center57d ago

Ukraine's General Staff confirms strike on Russian Kasta radar worth at least US$60m

Ukrainian forces struck a Russian Kasta-2E2 radar station near Vyshneve in Zaporizhzhia Oblast on September 1, confirmed the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Objective control verified that attack drones hit the radar's antenna and equipment vehicle, disabling a system valued at a minimum of US$60 million, designed to detect low-altitude aerial assets.

Ukraine–Russia
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Son of Iran's former vice president received over $2 million in Canadian gov't contracts - report
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right57d ago

Son of Iran's former vice president received over $2 million in Canadian gov't contracts - report

Mohammad Reza Ghafouri Fard, son of Iran's former vice president, reportedly received over $2 million in Canadian government contracts while allegedly assisting Iran's missile program and evading sanctions. Fard, operating under a pseudonym in Edmonton, is under investigation for suspected ties to the IRGC and admitted to procurement activities benefiting the Iranian military, according to a declassified CSIS report.

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Putin complains that West is "silent" after Zelenskyy warns of dangers of flying over Russia
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Ukrainska Pravda
center57d ago

Putin complains that West is "silent" after Zelenskyy warns of dangers of flying over Russia

Russian President Vladimir Putin criticized Western partners for their silence following Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's warning that Russia's airspace is no longer safe for civil aviation. Putin characterized Ukraine's actions as state terrorism that complicates peace talks and stated that Western allies enabling these actions are becoming accomplices.

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DW News
center57d ago

Iran bets on shadow networks to evade US sanctions

Iran is leveraging established shadow networks and exploring cryptocurrencies to circumvent stringent US sanctions, particularly those targeting oil revenue and financial transactions. Figures like Babak Zanjani, supported by influential patrons within the Islamic Republic, are central to this strategy, drawing on decades of experience in black market oil sales and complex company structures to maintain trade despite international pressure.

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Israeli settlers 'hike' through my West Bank village. Next is the violent land grab
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Middle East Eye
center57d ago

Israeli settlers 'hike' through my West Bank village. Next is the violent land grab

Organized groups of armed Israeli settlers have begun conducting unauthorized 'exploratory hikes' through the West Bank village of Qira, surveying land and assigning biblical names to local sites. These incursions are viewed by residents as a precursor to land confiscation, mirroring events in Tell where similar settler activities preceded violence and property destruction.

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Palestinian Islamic Jihad co-founder threatened with 'unlawful' deportation from Syria
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Middle East Eye
center57d ago

Palestinian Islamic Jihad co-founder threatened with 'unlawful' deportation from Syria

Syrian authorities detained Adel al-Natour, a 71-year-old co-founder of Palestinian Islamic Jihad, on September 18, 2023, outside Damascus and have now informed his family of his impending deportation. Natour has been held without trial or legal counsel for over 11 months, reportedly losing significant weight and unaware of recent regional events, as his family seeks to appeal the order.

Israel–Palestine
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Deputy commander of Russian Volunteer Corps claims Ukraine's Security Service tried to use his testimony to discredit head of President's Office
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Ukrainska Pravda
center57d ago

Deputy commander of Russian Volunteer Corps claims Ukraine's Security Service tried to use his testimony to discredit head of President's Office

Stepan Kaplunov, deputy commander of the Russian Volunteer Corps, claimed on September 3rd that Ukraine's Security Service abducted him on August 23rd and subjected him to pressure to discredit Dmytro Ivanov and Kyrylo Budanov. The RVC later released CCTV footage showing individuals attempting to enter Kaplunov's apartment, which they allege was an effort by the SSU to plant evidence.

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No end to torture of Gaza doctor Abu Safia in Israeli prison: What to know
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Al Jazeera
center57d ago

No end to torture of Gaza doctor Abu Safia in Israeli prison: What to know

Palestinian doctor Hussam Abu Safia, detained by Israel since December 27, 2024, continues to report severe beatings, sleep deprivation, and threats from prison guards, according to his lawyer. Physicians for Human Rights Israel is pursuing legal action for an independent medical examination amid ongoing concerns for his safety and lack of formal charges.

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Iran confirms missile and drone attacks on US bases in UAE and Kuwait
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Middle East Eye
center57d ago

Iran confirms missile and drone attacks on US bases in UAE and Kuwait

Iran's army confirmed launching missiles and suicide drones at US military bases in the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait early on September 3, 2026, targeting satellite communications, equipment warehouses, and fighter jet hangars. The Iranian army warned of a "harsh and devastating response" to any further American attacks, vowing to continue operations until victory.

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