Author: Steven Sahiounie

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…

US Secretary of State Calls on Zelensky to Apologize for “Wasting Time” On Friday, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to apologize following a heated verbal clash with President Donald Trump at the White House. The incident has intensified scrutiny on Ukraine’s diplomatic stance amid ongoing tensions. Rubio’s Call for a Zelensky Apology Speaking to CNN, Rubio insisted that Zelensky “should apologize for wasting our time on a meeting destined to end this way.” He criticized the Ukrainian leader’s actions, saying, “We’ve outlined our plan clearly—bring the Russians to the negotiating table. But over the…

Was Zelensky Kicked Out of the White House? CNN Responds Following a fiery verbal clash with US President Donald Trump, reports emerged claiming Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was “kicked out of the White House” on Friday. The incident, which unfolded in the Oval Office, has sparked widespread speculation about the future of Washington-Kyiv relations. According to CNN, the confrontation involved Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance, who reportedly berated Zelensky before he left the White House with a grim expression. This dramatic event marks a rare moment in U.S. diplomacy, as never before has an American president so publicly attacked…

PKK Responds to Öcalan’s Call and Announces Ceasefire On Saturday, the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) declared a ceasefire with Turkey, responding to a call from its imprisoned leader, Abdullah Öcalan. The PKK stated that it “will comply with the call of its jailed leader to achieve peace and declare a ceasefire starting Saturday.” The group expressed hope that Ankara would release Öcalan—who has been held in near-total isolation since 1999—to allow him to lead the disarmament process. The PKK emphasized the need for political and democratic conditions to ensure the success of this initiative. On Thursday, Öcalan issued a call…

Bilal Erdoğan Visits Umayyad Mosque in Damascus Local media revealed that Bilal Erdoğan, son of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, visited the Umayyad Mosque in Damascus on Friday, accompanied by the Governor of Damascus. Reports highlighted that the visit included the tomb of the Muslim commander of Turkish origin, Saladin (Salahuddin Ayyubi), located in the Syrian capital, Damascus. The visit is part of an official tour aimed at reviving historical memory and strengthening cultural ties between Ankara and the region. Bilal Erdoğan was joined by a Turkish delegation, including Mustafa Varank, a former minister, and several other officials. Notably, the…

Liverpool Captain Comments on Fans’ Celebrations and Calls for Calm Dutch star Virgil van Dijk, captain of Liverpool, has cautioned his teammates against any slip-ups, dismissing suggestions that the team has already secured the English Premier League title. Liverpool’s 2-0 victory over Newcastle United, combined with Arsenal’s 1-1 draw against Nottingham Forest, has widened the gap at the top of the table to 13 points. This result brings the Reds tantalizingly close to reclaiming the Premier League crown, a title they last won five years ago. Speaking about the fans’ premature celebrations, Van Dijk said, “They can sing whatever they…

Israeli Chief of Staff Comments on Army Investigation into October 7 Defeat: “We Failed, and I Bear Responsibility” Israeli Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi announced that Israel made mistakes on October 7, taking personal responsibility for the failure. Halevi stated, “We have no issue admitting that we failed on October 7, and I bear the responsibility.” He further elaborated, “My responsibility is my own. I was the army commander on October 7, and I have my duties. In everything I do, I see a part of me that erred.” According to Halevi, “Since October 7, I’ve made it a point…