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Iran’s worsening economic crisis raises questions over Tehran’s willingness to compromise

Iran's economy is facing a severe crisis marked by a collapsing rial, soaring inflation exceeding 80%, and a significant contraction in foreign trade by approximately 35%. Recent reports indicate a sharp decline in crude oil exports to around 220,000-255,000 barrels per day, intensifying pressure on the regime's foreign currency reserves amidst expanding US sanctions.

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Al Jazeera

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UN slashes food aid for occupied West Bank and Gaza amid funding shortfall

The UN's World Food Programme (WFP) is halving its food aid for 200,000 people in the occupied West Bank due to critical funding shortfalls, reducing support from 400,000 individuals starting this month. This reduction, impacting cash, vouchers, and nutritional services, also affects WFP operations in Gaza, where assistance to 75,000 families has been cut by 40 percent, highlighting widespread needs amid a global funding crisis.

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BBC Middle East

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Israel says Hamas security chief captured as strikes kill four during Gaza raid

Israeli forces conducted strikes in western Gaza City, resulting in the deaths of at least two children and a woman, according to Palestinian medics, amidst unconfirmed reports of a raid by an Israel-backed militia. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced the arrest of a senior Hamas official, though a direct link to the Gaza City incident remains unclear.

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Middle East Eye

center59d ago

Israel-Greece air defence deal to be 'scaled up' with UAE as contender, sources say

Israel plans to scale up its air defense system exports, with the UAE identified as a desired buyer, according to US officials familiar with ongoing discussions. Talks are focused on integrating Israel's layered defense technology to fill a gap in the UAE's existing capabilities, potentially modeling the recent $3.5bn sale to Greece.

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The Guardian Middle East

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Ed Miliband promises ‘comprehensive reset’ of UK policy toward Israel

UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband pledged a "comprehensive reset" of British policy toward Israel, vowing to prevent UK companies from aiding settlement construction in the occupied West Bank, specifically citing the E1 plan. This announcement follows Israel issuing tenders for over 3,400 homes in the E1 area, a move Miliband described as a "red line" that risks making a Palestinian state unviable.

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Al Jazeera

center59d ago

Health crisis looming as Gaza heads towards rainy season, warns WHO

The World Health Organization (WHO) warned on Tuesday that Gaza faces a looming health crisis as winter rains approach, exacerbating poor water quality and a surge in diarrhea cases. Potential flooding threatens to spread sewage and contaminated water into living areas, increasing disease risks for a population lacking adequate shelter and infrastructure.

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Middle East Eye

center59d ago

JD Vance seeks to reassure Jewish Republicans after questioning Israeli tactics

US Vice President JD Vance addressed the Republican Jewish Coalition in Las Vegas on Monday, seeking to reassure the group about the Trump administration's continued support for Israel. Vance acknowledged growing skepticism among younger Republicans regarding US foreign aid to Israel and its conduct in Gaza, emphasizing the need to articulate the relationship's benefits to the United States.

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The Guardian Europe

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Russia targets Ukraine’s rail network as war enters deadly new phase

Russia deliberately targeted Ukraine's railway network on Tuesday, killing six railway employees in a ballistic missile strike on a locomotive depot in Kyiv and hitting other rail facilities during a massive bombardment. This escalation, part of a six-day assault on the capital, aims to disrupt daily life and logistics, with 58 railway staff killed and 318 injured since the invasion began.

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Al Jazeera

center59d ago

Destroyed desalination plant worsens Gaza’s drinking water crisis

On August 24, Israeli strikes destroyed a newly built desalination plant in Gaza City's Sheikh Radwan neighborhood, exacerbating the drinking water crisis for displaced families. The plant, operational for only two months and providing free water to local shelters, was a vital resource for residents like Zuhair al-Nasr, who now faces renewed struggles to secure clean water.

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Middle East Eye

center59d ago

UK foreign secretary pledges 'comprehensive reset' of UK policy on Israel

British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband announced plans for a "comprehensive reset" of UK policy on Israel, including measures against illegal settlement expansion in the occupied West Bank and a review of the economic relationship. Miliband condemned "appalling settler terrorism," while Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar stated Israel would retaliate against any sanctions imposed by the UK.

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Middle East Eye

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Israel imposes curriculum on 45,000 Palestinian students in East Jerusalem

Israeli authorities are imposing the Israeli curriculum on over 45,000 Palestinian students in East Jerusalem's state-run schools, affecting 38 percent of students in the occupied area. The Palestinian Authority's Jerusalem Governorate spokesperson called this a dangerous escalation and an attack on Palestinian identity, citing the marginalization of key historical topics.

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Middle East Eye

center59d ago

Israel kills children in intensifying attacks on Gaza over past day

Israeli air strikes and gunfire west of Gaza City and in Deir el-Balah killed at least two children and five Palestinians in the past 24 hours, according to the Palestinian health ministry. Intense Israeli attacks, including drone fire near a field hospital and thousands of displaced Palestinians, were reported in Gaza City, with the exact sequence of events remaining unclear.

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Al Jazeera

center59d ago

Qatar says efforts under way to end Iran-US war and reopen Strait of Hormuz

Qatar is engaging in talks with Oman and Pakistan to de-escalate regional tensions following recent US-Iran fighting, with Qatari Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed Al-Ansari warning against normalizing the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The ongoing conflict, which began February 28, has severely impacted global trade and energy prices, prompting Qatar's diplomatic efforts to encourage dialogue and a return to negotiations.

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Al Jazeera

center59d ago

Jerusalem schools strike after Israel enforces curriculum and bans teachers

Private and Christian schools in East Jerusalem began an open-ended strike on Tuesday protesting Israel's blockade of entry permits for West Bank teachers and a policy to replace the Palestinian curriculum. This action affects over 45,000 students, nearly quadrupling enrollment in Israeli educational programs and prompting accusations of cultural erasure.

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Middle East Eye

center59d ago

Iran warn military response if US naval blockade intensifies

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stated Tehran will militarily respond to any US naval blockade escalation and prevent Washington from reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Ghalibaf accused the US of providing false guarantees for ships using a southern passage and warned that if Iran cannot export oil, no one will be able to.

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The Guardian Europe

left59d ago

Russia kills at least 12 on sixth night of drone attacks on Kyiv

At least 12 people were killed in and around Kyiv overnight during Russia's sixth consecutive night of drone and missile attacks, with seven killed at a railway depot and four in Boryspil. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated Russia is exploiting insufficient air defense capabilities, particularly a shortage of US-made Patriot interceptors, to inflict maximum civilian casualties.

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Al Jazeera

center59d ago

Who is Alejandro Betancourt, ex-Chavez ally now Trump’s Venezuela oil man?

Venezuelan businessman Alejandro Betancourt, who previously profited under Hugo Chavez and faced money laundering investigations, has been tapped by the Trump administration to lead a new US-backed oil venture. The deal grants the US majority control over 65 billion barrels of proven oil reserves, with Betancourt's North American Blue Energy Partners taking a 35 percent stake.

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Middle East Eye

center59d ago

Iran’s Pezeshkian praises Russia’s support during US-Israeli war

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian thanked Russian President Vladimir Putin for supporting Tehran during the US-Israeli war and amid U.S. sanctions. The leaders met on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Kyrgyzstan, where Putin pledged continued Russian support despite U.S. threats.

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