Author: Steven Sahiounie

A hegemonic power tends to create chaos and violence as it is being replaced, Vaclav Klaus believes Veteran Czech politician Vaclav Klaus expects Ukraine and Russia to remain locked in armed conflict until the US chooses to stop the hostilities. Klaus was the second president of the Czech Republic between 2003 and 2013, having previously served as prime minister and held a range of cabinet portfolios. He shared his grim view of the Ukraine conflict with the online media outlet XTV last week. “The end of the war in Ukraine will come the moment when the falling hegemon of world…

Philippe Lazzarini, the Commissioner-General of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), has issued a grave warning about the unprecedented destruction in Gaza due to ongoing Israeli attacks. He cautioned that a famine could occur in the region as winter approaches and emphasized that the dismantling of UNRWA has become a goal of Israel’s military campaign against the territory. During a press conference in Berlin, Lazzarini expressed growing concerns that international law is being selectively enforced, particularly in the context of the situation in Gaza. He noted that approximately 70% of Gaza’s infrastructure has been destroyed,…

On Wednesday, six Lebanese individuals, including a local official, were killed in Israeli airstrikes that targeted the Nabatieh municipality and the Union of Municipalities in southern Lebanon, according to two security sources and preliminary data from the Ministry of Health. Details of the Airstrikes Houda Turk, the governor of Nabatieh, informed the French press agency that 11 Israeli airstrikes hit the city of Nabatieh during the afternoon, creating what she described as a “fire belt.” Among the deceased was Ahmad Kahil, the mayor of Nabatieh, along with several members of his team. The Lebanese Ministry of Health’s emergency operations center…

Lebanon has officially lodged a complaint with the United Nations Security Council, demanding international condemnation of ongoing Israeli aggression and strict enforcement of Resolution 1701, which calls for Israel’s immediate withdrawal from all Lebanese territory. Details of the Complaint In a statement released on Wednesday, the Lebanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the submission of a new complaint regarding Israeli violations from October 3 to October 14. Lebanon condemned Israel for its continuous breaches of Lebanese sovereignty across land, sea, and air, targeting Lebanese military installations, emergency services, and civilians not engaged in hostilities through indiscriminate bombardment of cities and…

In the early hours of today, the Israeli Army reported the launch of 50 rockets from Lebanon, following claims by Hezbollah of strikes on Israeli artillery positions in Dishon and Dalton. The situation has escalated, leading to multiple rocket strikes on cities such as Haifa and Safed, accompanied by air raid sirens in northern Israel. Details of the Attack The Israeli military stated that its air defense systems detected 50 rocket launches from Lebanon during the night. While some rockets were intercepted, others landed in Safed and its vicinity. Fortunately, the army reported no casualties from these impacts. However, Israeli…

President Joe Biden has announced a significant adjustment to the U.S. military posture in the Middle East aimed at bolstering protection for American forces and reaffirming commitment to Israel’s security against Iranian threats. In a letter to Congress, Biden outlined the enhanced military positioning in the region, emphasizing his constitutional responsibilities as Commander-in-Chief. He stated that American troops throughout the Middle East have played a crucial role in defending Israel from Iranian attacks in both April and October of this year. Key Military Enhancements Among the notable changes, Biden confirmed the extension of the mission for the aircraft carrier USS…

The United States announced on Sunday that it is preparing to deploy units of the THAAD (Terminal High Altitude Area Defense) missile defense system in Israel, accompanied by U.S. troops to assist in its operation. This move is part of Washington’s efforts to bolster Israeli air defenses in the wake of missile attacks launched by Iran in early October 2023. The Pentagon spokesperson characterized this action as part of a broader adjustment made by the U.S. military in recent months to support Israel. This is not the first time the U.S. has deployed THAAD in the Middle East; the system…

Israel Faces U.S. Pressure Over Gaza’s Humanitarian Crisis An Israeli official in Washington confirmed that Israel is reviewing a message from two senior U.S. officials urging it to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza. Failure to do so could result in restrictions on U.S. military aid, the official said on Tuesday evening. The message came at a critical time when the Israeli military’s actions in Gaza have sparked international concerns. According to the Israeli official, “Israel takes this issue seriously and intends to address the concerns raised in the message with our American counterparts.” U.S. Demands Action Within a Month…

The United States has informed its ally, Israel, of its opposition to the recent Israeli airstrikes on Beirut amid rising casualties and concerns about a broader escalation involving Iran.U.S. Concerns About Recent AirstrikesOn Tuesday, U.S. State Department spokesman Matthew Miller stated that the United States expressed its concerns to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s administration regarding the recent strikes. Notably, Miller’s tone was firmer than what Washington has previously communicated, signaling heightened apprehension about the situation.Increased Israeli Pressure on HezbollahIsrael has intensified its pressure on Hezbollah, conducting incursions into Lebanon following the killing of key leaders, including Secretary-General Hassan Nasrallah, last…

Israel Uses Scabies as a Tool to Torture Palestinian Prisoners The Palestinian Prisoners Club reported on Tuesday that the Israeli prison administration is using scabies as a method to torture Palestinian detainees in its facilities. Scabies as a Weapon The Prisoners Club stated that scabies, also known as scabies (Sarcoptes scabiei), has become one of the most notable diseases affecting prisoners. Many detainees show visible effects on their bodies due to the disease, and medical examinations confirm they also suffer from other health issues as a result. The prison administration has turned the right to medical treatment into a tool…