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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.

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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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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.

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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.

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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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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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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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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.

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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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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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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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Middle East Eye

center57d ago

Israel admits it assassinated senior Assad official in Syria in 2008

Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert has admitted in a new book to ordering the 2008 assassination of Muhammad Suleiman, a senior Syrian military and intelligence official responsible for the Deir Ezzor nuclear facility. This marks the first high-profile public admission of the killing, which Syria had long attributed to Israel and which occurred a year after Israel bombed the facility.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center57d ago

Ukraine's defence forces strike Russian BK-16 boat and electronic warfare system

Ukraine's defense forces struck a Russian BK-16 landing craft and a Krasukha-4 electronic warfare system near Sevastopol, Crimea, on September 2-3. Additional strikes targeted a UAV command post in Crimea and depots in Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia Oblasts, with damage assessments ongoing for all targets.

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Jerusalem Post — Iran News

right57d ago

Iran warns US of major retaliation if Israel attacks Hezbollah-held Lebanon ridge - report

Iran has warned the United States of forceful retaliation if Israel launches an offensive on the contested Ali al-Taher ridge in southern Lebanon, where Iranian military personnel are reportedly present alongside Hezbollah fighters. This message, delivered last month via Oman, highlights Iran's direct involvement and readiness to escalate the conflict in response to Israeli operations in the region.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center57d ago

Information campaign launched to discredit military intelligence, Ukraine's Defence Intelligence says

Ukraine's Defence Intelligence (DIU) announced on Telegram that a disinformation campaign is being launched to discredit the agency and its units, involving media outlets and bloggers with questionable reputations. The DIU urged the public to trust only verified official sources and warned journalists against distributing unverified information, dubious information.

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Ukrainska Pravda

center57d ago

Ukraine's Defence Ministry increases number of codified weapons and military equipment by more than 500 in one year

Ukraine's Ministry of Defence authorized 1,526 new weapons and military equipment items for its forces in the first eight months of 2026, a 543-item increase from the same period last year. The share of Ukrainian-made products rose to nearly 91%, with a significant number of long-range drones and other advanced systems being codified.

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The Guardian Middle East

left57d ago

The wars in Ukraine and Iran are becoming dangerously enmeshed | Christopher S Chivvis

An armed drone was discovered near Leipzig-Halle airport on August 4-5, with investigators finding a second drone laden with explosives nearby, prompting CIA Director John Ratcliffe to travel to Moscow to warn against attacks on NATO territory and urge Russia to curb support for Iran. The incident highlights the dangerous enmeshment of the Ukraine and Iran wars, with Ukraine assisting Gulf states against Iranian strikes and Russia providing battlefield intelligence to Iran, potentially encouraging further escalation.

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The Intercept

left57d ago

“Board of Peace” Billionaire Backs AIPAC Fund Targeting Pro-Palestine Candidates

Billionaire Marc Rowan has donated $1.5 million to the United Democracy Project, a super PAC affiliated with AIPAC, to support pro-Israel political candidates. Rowan, who also serves on Trump's "Board of Peace" for Gaza, has directed funds towards efforts targeting critics of U.S. support for Israel, including candidates like Abdul El-Sayed and Cori Bush.

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Jerusalem Post — Iran News

right57d ago

Military, economic pressure on Iran may lead to internal uprising, US officials say

US officials, including Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, stated that military and economic pressure on Iran could lead to an internal uprising or regime fall, with President Trump considering declaring the current military campaign over. The administration believes continued economic pressure could force Iran to abandon its nuclear program or risk internal collapse.

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