Author: Steven Sahiounie

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, responding to Iran’s missile attack on Israel, vowed on Wednesday that 2024 will be “a year of complete victory.” The statement came after Iran launched a significant missile strike on Israeli territory on Tuesday evening. Netanyahu’s Social Media Post with F-35 Fighter Netanyahu shared his message with the Israeli people via the platform X (formerly Twitter), stating, “This year will be a year of complete victory. Happy New Year to the people of Israel.” The post included a photo of Netanyahu standing in front of an F-35 fighter jet, hinting at a possible Israeli response…

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) condemned the ongoing escalation in Lebanon and Palestine, warning of severe consequences that could impact not only the region but also international peace and security. The GCC highlighted the need to protect regional stability and urged all involved parties to practice restraint, cease violence, and prioritize dialogue. Extraordinary Meeting Held to Address Regional Crisis In response to the rising military tensions in the Middle East, the GCC held its 45th extraordinary ministerial meeting on Wednesday in Doha. The council reviewed the growing threats to security in Lebanon, Gaza, and the West Bank, as well as…

Jordan’s Foreign Minister, Ayman Safadi, announced on Wednesday that Jordan would “confront any threat to its security and stability with all its capabilities.” He emphasized that Jordan had communicated this message to both Iran and Israel after several Iranian rockets crossed into Jordanian airspace on Tuesday. Clear Stance Communicated to Iran and Israel In a statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Safadi mentioned during a phone call with British Foreign Minister David Lammy that “Jordan will not become a battlefield for anyone, and will use all its resources to counter any threat to its security, stability, and the safety…

Israeli media reported on Wednesday that 14 Israeli soldiers were killed during clashes in southern Lebanon. This comes as Israeli military sources acknowledged the death of an officer during battles in Lebanon, following an Israeli incursion across the border to target Hezbollah positions. Israeli Army Confirms Officer Killed The Israeli Army, in a statement, confirmed the death of Captain Eitan Isaac Oster, aged 22, who “fell during combat in Lebanon,” as reported by AFP. Meanwhile, Hezbollah also released a statement earlier in the day, announcing its involvement in new clashes with Israeli forces that “infiltrated” a town in southern Lebanon.…

The Russian advance in Donetsk continues as more Ukrainian villages and towns fall under control. On Wednesday, the Russian Ministry of Defense announced the capture of a new village in Donetsk, along with the elimination of 2,120 Ukrainian soldiers in the past 24 hours. Russian Ministry of Defense Announcement According to the Ministry, Russian forces took control of the village of Verkhniy Kamenka in Donetsk and inflicted heavy casualties, eliminating approximately 2,120 Ukrainian troops. The statement also reported the destruction of dozens of Ukrainian tanks, armored vehicles, and Western-supplied weaponry during the past 24 hours. In the process of capturing…

On Wednesday, the Lebanese Army confirmed that an Israeli force briefly entered Lebanese territory in the south before withdrawing. This incursion occurred shortly after Hezbollah reported clashes with “infiltrating” Israeli forces in a southern Lebanese town. Lebanese Army’s Statement on the Incident According to the Lebanese Army’s statement, “An Israeli enemy force breached the Blue Line by approximately 400 meters into Lebanese territory in the Khirbet Yaroun and Adaisseh Gate areas, then withdrew shortly thereafter.” Hezbollah Reports Clashes Earlier, Hezbollah stated that it engaged in clashes with Israeli forces “infiltrating” the town of Maroun al-Ras in southern Lebanon. The statement…

On Wednesday, Israel declared United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres as “persona non grata,” effectively barring him from entering the country. This decision follows Guterres’ failure to condemn the recent Iranian missile attack on Israel. Israeli Foreign Minister’s Statement Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz expressed strong disapproval of Guterres, stating, “Anyone who cannot condemn the heinous Iranian attack on Israel does not deserve to set foot on Israeli soil. This is a secretary-general who is hostile to Israel, supporting terrorists, rapists, and murderers.” Guterres’ Earlier Comments on Gaza Conflict In September, Guterres criticized Israel’s treatment of the Gaza population, describing it…

On Wednesday, France announced it had mobilized its military resources in the Middle East to counter what it described as the Iranian threat. The statement followed Iran’s missile attack on Israel, prompting warnings from Germany about the increasing risk of a wider conflict in the region. Iranian Missile Strike and International Response Iran’s missile attack on Israel, initially declared as concluded “unless further provoked,” led Israel and the United States to promise retaliation. The escalating tensions have raised concerns about a broader war in the Middle East. The United Nations Security Council is scheduled to meet later on Wednesday to…

Swedish police announced on Wednesday that they are investigating a shooting incident that targeted the Israeli Embassy in Stockholm on Tuesday evening. The police reported hearing gunfire on a street near the embassy, located in central Stockholm. Rebecca Landberg, a media officer for Stockholm police, told AFP that they “found evidence indicating that the Israeli Embassy was targeted by gunfire.” However, she added that no further details would be disclosed due to the ongoing investigation. The police statement confirmed visible marks on the building as a result of the shooting. Ongoing Investigation with No Arrests No arrests have been made…

On Wednesday, the Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza reported that at least 41,689 Palestinians have been killed, and 96,625 others injured since the Israeli military campaign began on October 7, 2023. The latest statistics from the Ministry mark day 362 of the ongoing assault on Gaza, which has seen a series of devastating attacks on civilians and infrastructure. The Ministry reported that Israeli forces carried out five massacres against families in Gaza over the past 24 hours alone. Casualties Continue to Rise In the last 24 hours, 51 people were confirmed dead and 165 were injured, as reported by…