Author: Steven Sahiounie

Egypt Launches Sharp Attack on Israel Over Gaza Aid Blockade Egypt has strongly condemned Israel’s decision to halt humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip and close border crossings used for relief efforts. In a statement from its Foreign Ministry, Egypt labeled these actions a “flagrant violation” of the ceasefire agreement, international humanitarian law, the Fourth Geneva Convention, and all religious principles. The Egyptian government emphasized that there is no justification—logical, circumstantial, or otherwise—for using starvation and siege as weapons against innocent civilians, especially during Ramadan, to target the Palestinian people. Egypt urged the international community to take responsibility for halting…

Rubio Speeds Up Delivery of US Military Aid to Israel U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced on Saturday that he signed a declaration to expedite the delivery of approximately $4 billion in military aid to Israel. In a statement, Rubio said, “I have signed a declaration (…) to accelerate the delivery of nearly $4 billion in military aid to Israel,” referencing the lifting of a partial weapons ban previously imposed by former President Joe Biden. Rubio’s move signals a shift in U.S. foreign policy under the Trump administration, which assumed power on January 20. Rubio further noted that the…

Elon Musk Endorses US Withdrawal from NATO and the United Nations American billionaire Elon Musk, who currently leads the Department of Government Efficiency, has publicly endorsed calls for the United States to withdraw from the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and the United Nations (UN). Musk expressed his stance on Saturday via the social media platform X, responding with a simple “I agree” to a post stating, “It’s time to leave NATO and the UN.” Musk’s support aligns with a rising chorus of voices within the Republican Party Including influential lawmakers advocating for a reevaluation of America’s commitment to NATO.…

Completing the drafting of the Gaza reconstruction plan… and starving the sector is not permitted. Egypt announced on Sunday the completion of a comprehensive Gaza reconstruction plan, firmly rejecting the use of starvation as a weapon in the region. During a joint press conference with the European Union Commissioner for Mediterranean Affairs, Dubravka Šuica, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty stated, “We have finalized the drafting of the Gaza reconstruction plan, which will be presented at the emergency Arab Summit next Tuesday.” Abdelatty emphasized that the plan “will not be shared with any foreign party before it is approved by the…

Mohamed Salah Wants to Stay at Liverpool Despite Contract Uncertainty A recent report has revealed that Egyptian national team star Mohamed Salah is keen to continue his journey with Liverpool, even as his current contract nears its end this season. According to a report by Téléfoot, the 32-year-old Salah prefers to stay with Liverpool despite entering the final six months of his deal, which now allows him to negotiate pre-contract agreements with clubs worldwide. The report highlights that the player is not currently in talks with other teams, signaling his desire to extend his career with the Reds. With an…

Al-Sharaa Tasks a 7-Member Committee with Drafting a Constitutional Declaration On Sunday, Transitional President Ahmed Al-Sharaa assigned a 7-member committee, including one woman, the task of drafting a constitutional declaration. This step is part of organizing Syria’s political transition phase following the ousting of Bashar al-Assad’s regime, with no specific deadline set for completing its work. The committee consists of Abdel Hamid Al-Awak, Yasser Al-Huwaish, Ismail Al-Khalfan, Rayan Kahilan, Mohammed Radha Jalki, Ahmed Qarbi, and Bahiya Markani. It is responsible for preparing a draft constitutional declaration to regulate Syria’s transitional period. Following his announcement as transitional president on January 29,…

Netanyahu Orders Army to Protect Druze in Jaramana Amid Rising Tensions In a significant development amid mounting security concerns, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Katz have instructed the Israeli army to safeguard the residents of Jaramana, a town south of Damascus. According to a statement from the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office, they will not allow what they described as the “Islamic regime” to harm the Druze community. This announcement comes at a time when Jaramana, located in the Damascus countryside, is witnessing heightened tensions between internal security forces and rogue armed groups operating outside state authority. The…

Israel Pressures US to Keep Syria Weak Four informed sources revealed that Israel is pressing the United States to ensure Syria remains weak and without a strong central authority. This strategy involves allowing Russia to maintain its two military bases in the country to counterbalance Turkey’s growing influence in Syria. The sources explained that Turkey’s often strained relations with Benjamin Netanyahu’s government came under significant pressure during the Gaza war. Israeli officials have conveyed to Washington that the current Syrian administration, backed by Ankara, poses a threat to Israel’s borders. This pressure reflects a coordinated Israeli campaign to influence U.S.…

Israel Seeks to Counter Turkish Influence in Syria via Russian Bases On Friday, four well-informed sources told Reuters that Israel is working to counter Turkish influence in Syria by urging Washington to preserve two Russian military bases in the country. This move reflects Israel’s broader strategy to keep Syria fragmented and limit Ankara’s growing foothold. Israel’s Plan: Leveraging Russian Bases The sources revealed that Israel is pressuring the U.S. to ensure Syria remains weak and lacks a strong central authority, using the Russian bases as a buffer against Turkish influence. Israeli officials have reportedly warned Washington that Syria’s new “Islamist…

After Heated Clash, Zelensky Rejects Apology to Trump On Friday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky firmly stated he owes no apology to U.S. President Donald Trump, just hours after a heated verbal confrontation in front of cameras at the White House. The exchange has fueled debate about the state of U.S.-Ukraine relations. Zelensky Rejects Apology in Fox News Interview Speaking to Fox News on Friday evening, Zelensky said, “I respect the president [Trump] and the American people.” When the host asked if he would apologize to Trump, Zelensky responded, “I think we should be open and honest. I don’t believe we’ve…