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BBC Middle East

center95d ago

'Israeli settlers laid siege to our home': Inside a Palestinian village under weekly attack

On a Saturday in al-Mughayyir village, Israeli settlers attacked the Abu Alia family home, smashing its gate while Israeli soldiers stood nearby. This incident, part of a weekly pattern of settler attacks across the occupied West Bank, highlights the ongoing struggle for control of Palestinian land and the perceived complicity of Israeli forces.

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Al Jazeera

center95d ago

Israel kills Palestinian, destroys mosque in Gaza

Israeli airstrikes on Gaza City on Tuesday destroyed the Al-Muttaqin Mosque and tents sheltering displaced Palestinians, while a separate strike on the Nuseirat refugee camp killed one Palestinian and wounded at least 20. In the occupied West Bank, Israeli settlers attacked a Palestinian family near Bethlehem, setting fire to their home, amid ongoing Israeli land confiscations in the Jenin governorate.

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jpost.com

right95d ago

US CENTCOM , Saudis strike Iraq following Iranian attacks on US bases

On Wednesday, US CENTCOM and Saudi Arabian Armed Forces conducted strikes in eastern Iraq targeting logistics and weapons sites used by Iran-aligned terrorists directed by the IRGC. These strikes were a response to over 30 IRGC-directed drone attacks in the preceding 72 hours, following Iran's earlier ballistic missile launches toward US bases in the Middle East and Saudi Arabia.

Iran

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Jerusalem Post — Iran News

right95d ago

US, Saudi Arabia target Tehran-backed militias in Iraq after Iranian strikes on bases

On Wednesday morning, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched multiple ballistic missiles from Iran targeting US military bases across the Middle East, including at least four towards a base in Jordan, according to US Central Command. This action follows Iranian negotiator Seyed Mohammad Marandi's statement that Iran was 'fully prepared for all out war'.

Iran

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The Guardian Europe

left95d ago

Ukraine war briefing: Wildberries attacks shake Russian economy and banking

Ukrainian drone attacks on the online retailer Wildberries have damaged 10% of its warehousing capacity and stock, prompting the Kremlin to discuss potential government support for the company. Ukraine's arms producer Fire Point stated Wildberries is targeted partly due to its partnership with state-controlled bank VTB, and its collapse could destabilize Russian banks.

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Al Jazeera

center95d ago

After fleeing Sudan’s war, refugees battle thirst in Chad’s camps

Sudanese refugees fleeing war and atrocities in camps across eastern Chad are now battling severe water shortages, with some receiving less than half the recommended daily supply. Humanitarian organizations report that current funding is insufficient to meet the escalating needs of over 938,000 Sudanese refugees who have arrived in Chad since April 2023.

Sudan / Darfur

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BBC US & Canada

center94d ago

Salman Rushdie attacker convicted of terror offences

A US man, Hadi Matar, was convicted in a New York federal court on Wednesday of providing material support to Hezbollah and engaging in transnational terrorism for the 2022 attempted murder of author Salman Rushdie. Prosecutors argued Matar was motivated by a 1989 fatwa and a 2006 Hezbollah speech, while the defense contended the attack was not terrorism-related. Matar is already serving a 25-year sentence for attempted murder and faces a potential life sentence on the federal charges.

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Jerusalem Post — Iran News

right94d ago

New Iran-related sanctions targeting tankers issued by US Treasury Department

The United States Treasury Department sanctioned eight tankers and 10 entities, including six based in China, on Wednesday as part of an effort to disrupt an IRGC-backed extortion scheme in the Strait of Hormuz. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated the sanctions target Iran's "Hormuz Safe" program, which forces ships to buy maritime insurance to finance the regime's activities amid its economic struggles.

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BBC Middle East

center94d ago

Saudi Arabia's dilemma as it tries to stay out of US-Iran war

Saudi Arabia, attempting to avoid a direct conflict with Iran, conducted joint strikes with the US against Iranian proxy militias in Iraq following drone attacks on the Kingdom. This action highlights Saudi Arabia's dilemma between deterring further attacks by retaliating or de-escalating the regional conflict, which threatens its Vision 2030 economic diversification plan.

Iran

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The Guardian Middle East

left95d ago

US-Saudi strikes in Iraq push region into ‘uncharted territory’, analysts warn

US and Saudi forces conducted strikes on Iran-backed Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF) in Iraq on Wednesday, killing at least 20 fighters and pushing the region into "uncharted territory," according to analysts. Baghdad condemned the raids as a violation of sovereignty, while the overt Saudi involvement marks a new escalation in the wider conflict involving Iran and its proxies.

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Jerusalem Post — Iran News

right95d ago

US-Saudi joint strikes on Iran-backed militias are a milestone in cooperation - analysis

US and Saudi forces conducted precision strikes in eastern Iraq between July 28-29 against Iran-aligned militias directed by the IRGC to attack Saudi energy infrastructure and US forces. This joint action marks a significant escalation in response to over 30 IRGC-directed drone attacks in the preceding 72 hours, signaling Saudi Arabia's increased willingness to confront Iranian-backed threats with US support.

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Jerusalem Post — Iran News

right95d ago

Why Iran and its militias have made Jordan a frontline in broader Mideast conflict - analysis

Jordan's air defenses intercepted five missiles launched from Iran early Wednesday, according to the Jordanian military, hours after the US military reported intercepting an Iranian missile barrage. The Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) claimed responsibility, targeting the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base and a US Central Command facility, indicating Iran views Jordan as a potential frontline.

Iran

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BBC Middle East

center95d ago

Saudi Arabia joins US in strikes on Iran-backed militias in Iraq

Saudi Arabia and the US conducted joint strikes against Iran-aligned militias in eastern Iraq, targeting logistics and weapons sites in response to over 30 IRGC-directed drone attacks in 72 hours. The Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF) reported at least 20 of its members killed and 32 wounded in the strikes, which Iraq's presidency denounced as a violation of sovereignty.

Iran

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Jerusalem Post — Iran News

right95d ago

Iran using social media footage to target US troops, assets in Middle East

US Central Command head Admiral Brad Cooper warned troops that Iran uses social media footage, including videos from personal phones, to assess the success of its strikes on American assets in the Middle East. This intelligence gathering by Iran, which has led to the deaths of 18 US troops since February 28, may result in deployed personnel being ordered to surrender their phones to enhance operational security.

Iran

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Jerusalem Post — Iran News

right95d ago

Iran considered targeting Ukraine with ballistic missiles after strike on Iranian ship - report

Iran reportedly considered launching a ballistic missile at a Ukrainian seaport in response to a Ukrainian strike on an Iranian ship, but opted against it following diplomatic intervention. The potential strike, which would have risked opening a new front, followed Ukraine's reported attacks on a Russian warship and vessels carrying Iran-linked cargo in the Caspian Sea.

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The Guardian Middle East

left95d ago

‘They targeted us directly’: how the Israel-Lebanon war became deadly for healthcare workers

Since March 2, at least 135 Lebanese healthcare workers have been killed by Israeli strikes, many in Nabatieh, according to the Lebanese health ministry. Surgeon Moustapha Hamze and paramedic Mohammed Suleiman described direct targeting of medical personnel and facilities, with Suleiman's 16-year-old son among those killed by an Israeli drone strike despite wearing a paramedic uniform.

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Myanmar Now

center95d ago

Amnesty condemns Malaysia for detaining Rohingya asylum seekers

Malaysian police detained 110 Rohingya asylum seekers on Monday after they sought refuge at a UNHCR facility in Kuala Lumpur, having fled eviction threats in Penang. Amnesty International condemned the detentions, stating Malaysia must uphold refugee rights instead of treating asylum seekers as criminals, while UNHCR supports dialogue for long-term solutions.

Myanmar

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The Guardian Middle East

left95d ago

From 400 hives to 35: the Gaza beekeeper refusing to let war end his life’s work

Gaza beekeeper Ibrahim Naji al-Dabba has rebuilt his livelihood from over 400 hives to 35, placing them on a damaged rooftop in Gaza City after losing his business and home in the war. Despite severe shortages of supplies and prohibitive costs, al-Dabba continues his work, viewing the bees as a symbol of resilience and a vital component for Gaza's agricultural future.

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Al Jazeera

center95d ago

Saudi Arabia, US carry out strikes on Iran-backed groups in Iraq

Saudi Arabia, in coordination with US Central Command, conducted targeted airstrikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq early Wednesday in response to recent drone attacks on Saudi territory. The Saudi Ministry of Defence stated that the strikes aimed to prevent further aggression, while an Iraqi umbrella group denied involvement and warned of retaliation.

Iran

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bbc.co.uk

center95d ago

Iran launches attempted surprise attack on American forces in Middle East , US military says

Iran launched multiple ballistic missiles in an attempted surprise attack on American forces in the Middle East on Tuesday at 17:45 EDT, with US Central Command reporting all missiles were successfully intercepted. In retaliation for Iran-directed drone attacks, US and Saudi forces struck IRGC-aligned terrorist sites in eastern Iraq, ending a brief lull in hostilities and causing oil prices to rise.

Iran

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