Author: Steven Sahiounie

Steven Sahiounie, journalist and political commentator Another American has been killed in cold blood by the Israeli government. On September 6, Aysenur Eygi of Seattle, Washington was killed by an American bullet fired by an Israeli sniper who stood on a roof above a crowd of peaceful protesters. The young college graduate and peace activist was targeted and assassinated by the colonial-settler government of Benjamin Netanyahu. She died brutally, from a rifle shot to her head, underneath an olive tree, the international symbol of peace. Olive trees and blood conjure up images of the Jewish settlers of the Occupied West…

On Saturday, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce strongly objected to the United States’ decision to raise tariffs on Chinese imports. The Ministry urged Washington to promptly correct what it described as “violations.” China has called for the complete removal of all tariffs imposed on goods coming from China. The Ministry of Commerce added that Beijing would take necessary measures to firmly protect the interests of Chinese companies. In late August, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced a 100% tariff on imports of Chinese electric vehicles. This move aligns with U.S. measures aimed at halting the influx of state-supported Chinese cars…

On Saturday, Israeli Channel 13 reported that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has decided to expand the military operation against Hezbollah in the north. Sources close to Netanyahu told Channel 13 that no specific date has been set for this operation. It could begin within weeks or even months. These sources also mentioned that the operation’s expansion depends on the Israeli military’s readiness and international political backing. Former Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz said on Saturday, “It’s time for the north.” Gantz criticized Netanyahu’s government for neglecting northern residents. He called for decisive action against Hezbollah to ensure the safety of…

On Saturday, Egypt praised UN Secretary-General António Guterres for creating the position of UN Water Envoy. Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi will assume this role starting in November 2024. Egypt and Germany’s Initiative In response, the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that Egypt, together with Germany, spearheaded a major initiative to prepare for the 2023 UN Water Conference. Consequently, this campaign successfully garnered support from 151 countries for the new UN Water Envoy position. Goals and Commitments The primary aim of this initiative is to assist member states, particularly those facing water scarcity, in achieving the sixth Sustainable Development…

On Saturday, Egypt’s Ministry of Health reported that a train collision near Zagazig in the Sharqia Governorate, northeast of Cairo, resulted in two fatalities and 29 injuries, according to initial reports. Egyptian media outlets indicated that emergency services and civil defense forces rushed to the scene of the accident. The “Egyptian Today” website noted that the Sharqia Health Directorate responded immediately, dispatching 20 ambulances to transport the injured to nearby hospitals. Additionally, a large number of local residents gathered at the accident site to assist the victims. The Egyptian National Railways Authority confirmed that the collision involved a passenger train…

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, stated that the UAE is not prepared to support the “day after the war” in Gaza without the establishment of a Palestinian state. This declaration was made in a post on Sheikh Abdullah’s account on the “X” platform (formerly known as Twitter). Dr. Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Advisor to the UAE President, echoed this sentiment on X. He said, “Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed’s statement that the UAE will not support Gaza’s aftermath without a Palestinian state reflects our firm stance in supporting our Palestinian brothers.”We firmly…

Manchester United returned to winning ways with a 3-0 victory over a depleted Southampton side, snapping a two-game losing streak in the opening match of the Premier League’s fourth round on Saturday. The “Red Devils” secured their goals through Dutch defender Matthijs de Ligt (35′), Marcus Rashford (41′), and Argentine substitute Alejandro Garnacho (90+6′). With this win, Manchester United moved up to six points, placing them seventh in the standings, while Southampton suffered their fourth consecutive defeat, remaining in 19th place with zero points. The match started with Southampton showing dominance, especially through young winger Tyler Dibling, who had the…

General Yisrael Ziv expressed his concerns about Israel’s ongoing conflict in Gaza, emphasizing the heavy toll it takes on soldiers. He believes the country is caught in a drawn-out battle that has no clear resolution. In a Channel 12 article, Ziv criticized Israel’s military strategy. He argued that fighting without removing Hamas from power only leads to more casualties without achieving significant results. According to Ziv, “Fighting in Gaza without changing Hamas’ regime brings no real outcomes,” pointing out that Israel is locked in a never-ending cycle. Ziv also criticized Prime Minister Netanyahu’s decision to hold the Philadelphia Corridor, calling…

In a bizarre flip at this week’s news conference, it would appear that Pentagon Press Secretary Major General Pat Ryder argued for the defense of “Russia’s sovereignty”, by one of those slips of the tongue that largely went unnoticed in the American press. During Thursday’s briefing, The Pentagon Press Secretary Major General Pat Ryder made an unusual statement: “What we’re focused on is enabling Russia to defend its sovereignty and deter future Russian aggression.” He did not immediately correct himself and continued discussing how “armor, artillery, and ammunition” would help. This slip of the tongue went unnoticed by reporters. This…

Ramy Abbas, the agent of Egyptian star Mohamed Salah, has reignited controversy with “angry” remarks about the renewal of Salah’s contract with Liverpool. The discussion around Salah intensified following his fiery comments after a match against Manchester United. Salah told Sky Sports with notable detachment, “I’m trying to enjoy my football because, as you know, this might be my last season at Liverpool.” Salah’s remarks set Liverpool fans ablaze, prompting calls for the club’s management to extend Salah’s contract, which is set to expire at the end of the 2024-2025 season. On Friday, Ramy Abbas, Salah’s Colombian agent, took to…