Israeli soldiers have claimed they were ordered to open fire on unarmed Palestinians at aid distribution centers in Gaza, according to an explosive report by Israeli newspaper Haaretz. The revelations come amid growing international outrage over the rising civilian death toll in the besieged territory. Soldiers and officers quoted in the report say they received …
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France Confirms Intercepting Iranian Drones Targeting Israel Before Ceasefire
PARIS – France’s Defence Minister Sébastien Lecornu confirmed on Wednesday that the French military intercepted several Iranian drones aimed at Israel in the days leading up to the recently declared ceasefire. Speaking during a parliamentary debate on the Middle East crisis, Lecornu said the French army actively participated in efforts to prevent further escalation. “I …
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Trump Pressure Could End Gaza War, But No Signs He’s Willing
As the recent flare-up between Israel and Iran appears to have cooled following reported pressure from Washington, attention is once again turning to the relentless Israeli military campaign in Gaza. The sharp contrast between US engagement in the Iran front and its stance on Gaza has raised pressing questions: Could Donald Trump, should he return …
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Iran Partially Reopens Eastern Airspace After Ceasefire With Israel
TEHRAN – Iran has partially reopened its airspace following a 12-day military escalation with Israel, signaling a tentative return to calm after both sides agreed to a ceasefire. State media reported on Wednesday that the eastern half of the country is now open to international overflights, as well as domestic and international flights that either …
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UN Warns Israeli Law Enabling Forcible Transfer of Palestinians Is a War Crime
The United Nations has strongly condemned new Israeli law aimed at forcibly removing Palestinians from their homes in the occupied West Bank, calling it a clear violation of international law. According to a statement by the UN Human Rights Office in the occupied Palestinian territory (OHCHR), Israeli authorities have accelerated efforts to displace residents from …
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Ben-Gvir Demands Total Halt to Humanitarian Aid for Gaza
Israel’s far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has once again stirred controversy. He called for a total stop to humanitarian aid entering Gaza. In a heated post on X (formerly Twitter), Ben-Gvir slammed the aid as “an absolute disgrace.” He insisted that even a temporary pause is not enough. Only a full and permanent halt …
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Massive Funeral Held in Iran’s Yazd for Soldiers Killed in Israeli Strike
A large crowd gathered in the city of Yazd, Iran, on Wednesday for the funeral procession of six Iranian soldiers reportedly killed in an Israeli airstrike earlier this week. Videos shared by Tasnim news agency on X showed hundreds of mourners, including local religious scholars and military officials, taking part in the somber procession. The …
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World Bank Approves $250 Million for Lebanon to Rebuild War-Ravaged Infrastructure
The World Bank has approved $250 million in emergency financing for Lebanon to help the country rebuild critical infrastructure and manage the overwhelming volume of rubble left behind after the devastating 2023–2024 war between Hezbollah and Israel. The funding marks the first phase of the Lebanon Emergency Assistance Project (LEAP), a broader $1 billion recovery …
Iran’s Parliament Votes to Suspend Cooperation with UN Nuclear Watchdog
In a significant development amid mounting tensions with the West, Iran’s parliament has passed a bill to suspend cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The move was first reported by Iran’s semi-official Nournews and later confirmed by parliamentary spokesman Alireza Salimi. According to Salimi, the legislation will bar IAEA …
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US Says Iran ‘Much Further Away’ From Nuclear Weapon After Strikes
US Senator Marco Rubio has claimed that recent American airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear sites caused “very significant, substantial” damage, pushing Iran much further away from acquiring a nuclear weapon. In an interview with Politico, Rubio praised the Biden administration’s action, describing it as a decisive move that delivered a severe blow to Tehran’s nuclear …
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Nearly 19,000 Children in Gaza Treated for Acute Malnutrition in 2025
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has reported a deeply troubling health crisis in Gaza: 18,741 children have been admitted for treatment of acute malnutrition since the start of 2025. In just the first half of June, 1,648 new cases emerged — 17 of them with life-threatening complications. Gaza’s healthcare …
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Aid Turns Deadly: Israel Kills 46 in Gaza as Civilians Flock to Food Centers
The ongoing Gaza humanitarian crisis deepened on Tuesday as Israeli forces killed 46 Palestinians during fresh strikes near aid distribution points, just hours after a ceasefire was reached between Israel and Iran. Civil defense officials in Gaza reported dozens of deaths and hundreds of injuries as civilians sought food in famine-like conditions. Strikes Near Food …
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Israel and Iran Agree to Ceasefire After Intense Missile Barrage
After nearly two weeks of relentless strikes, the Israel-Iran ceasefire has come into effect, offering a glimmer of hope for de-escalation in the Middle East. Both sides confirmed the truce early Tuesday, following a last-minute missile barrage from Iran. Ceasefire Confirmed by Leaders Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that Israel had accepted a ceasefire …
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Gaza Death Toll Rises to 44 in a Single Day Amid Ongoing Israeli Attacks
Israeli attacks killed at least 44 Palestinians on Friday, making it one of the deadliest days in recent weeks, according to Gaza’s health authorities. Israeli forces opened fire on a crowd of 25 civilians near Netzarim in central Gaza. The group had gathered near aid trucks to receive food. Children and elderly people were among …
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Iran Faces 60-Hour Internet Blackout Amid Conflict Escalation
Iran has been largely offline for over 60 hours, according to NetBlocks, a global internet monitoring watchdog. The widespread blackout, which continues to cripple digital communication in the country, is being blamed on government-imposed blockages. NetBlocks reported that the blackout has “severely limited the public’s ability to express political viewpoints, communicate freely, and follow safety …
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Explosion Reported in Iranian City of Isfahan
Loud explosions were heard early Saturday morning in the central Iranian city of Isfahan, according to Fars News Agency, which is affiliated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The incident immediately drew attention due to the city’s sensitive role in Iran’s nuclear program. Isfahan is home to the Isfahan Nuclear Technology Center, Iran’s largest and …
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“Iran Has Maximum Two Weeks to Avoid Strikes”, Trump
US President Donald Trump raised global anxiety on Friday by declaring Iran had “a maximum of two weeks” to avoid potential US airstrikes. This follows his earlier statement that a decision on military intervention would be made within a fortnight. Speaking in Morristown, New Jersey, Trump dismissed European efforts to mediate between Iran and Israel. …
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Israel’s Katz Calls for Khamenei’s Elimination as Official War Objective
Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz has openly declared the “elimination” of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as a key objective in Israel’s ongoing military campaign. His statement marks the first time a high-ranking Israeli official has explicitly named Khamenei as a direct target of the war. Speaking in response to Iran’s recent ballistic missile …
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35 Gaza Ambulances Out of Service Amid Fuel Crisis
The Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) has confirmed that 35 of its ambulances are now out of service across Gaza due to severe fuel shortages, leaving only 21 vehicles operational to serve the entire war-torn region. The fuel crisis is crippling emergency medical services at a time when Israel’s bombardment and attacks on aid-seekers continue …
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Ben-Gvir Urges Police Action Against Al Jazeera Viewers in Israel
Israel’s far-right National Security Minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, has once again called for stringent measures against Al Jazeera, labeling the network a “threat to national security.” In a brief media appearance carried live by Al Jazeera Arabic and Al Jazeera Mubasher, Ben-Gvir reaffirmed the Israeli government’s hardline stance on the Qatari-owned broadcaster. He said, “Allowing Al …
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Grand Ayatollah al-Sistani Warns Against Targeting Iranian Leadership
Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani, Iraq’s highest Shia authority, issued a stark warning on Thursday, saying that any attempt to assassinate or target Iran’s top leadership would have “dire consequences on the region.” Speaking through a statement released by his office in Najaf, al-Sistani emphasized that Iran’s “supreme religious and political leadership” holds significant influence not …
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Why Israel Wants US Bunker Busters to Hit Iran’s Fordow Nuclear Site
As tensions between Iran and Israel escalate, US President Donald Trump signaled that Washington may shift its role from a defensive partner to a more direct military participant. Speaking from the White House South Lawn on Wednesday, Trump stated, “The next week is going to be big,” suggesting that critical decisions are pending. Trump revealed …
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Iran Accuses UN Nuclear Watchdog of Complicity in Israeli Aggression
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei on Thursday strongly criticized International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi, accusing him of siding with Israel amid the ongoing conflict. Baghaei claimed the UN nuclear watchdog has become a “partner to an unjust war of aggression” that Israel has allegedly launched against Iran. Speaking during a …
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