Author: Steven Sahiounie

Egypt Illuminates Its Tallest Tower with the “Turkish Flag” On Wednesday evening, Egypt illuminated its Iconic Tower in the New Administrative Capital with the colors of the Turkish flag, marking a grand celebration of 100 years of diplomatic relations between Egypt and Turkey. The event took place in the presence of the Turkish Ambassador to Cairo, Saleh Mutlu Şen, alongside several representatives of local media, as reported by an Anadolu Agency correspondent. Standing at 394 meters, the Iconic Tower is the tallest building in Egypt and across Africa. Commenting on the occasion, Tamim Khallaf, the spokesperson for Egypt’s Ministry of…

Hind Rajab Foundation Preempts Israeli Foreign Minister’s Visit to Brussels On Sunday, the Hind Rajab Foundation preempted Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar’s visit to Brussels, scheduled for February 18, 2025, by filing a complaint with the International Criminal Court (ICC). The foundation is demanding an arrest warrant against Sa’ar for alleged war crimes committed in Gaza. The organization underscored Belgium’s obligation to cooperate with the ICC under the Rome Statute. Sa’ar is neither the first nor the last in the Hind Rajab Foundation’s ongoing pursuit of Israeli soldiers and officials accused of war crimes in the Gaza Strip. The foundation…

Turkish-Saudi Military Cooperation in Defense Industries Turkish companies specializing in defense industries have signed agreements to participate in projects set to be implemented by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This milestone was achieved on the sidelines of the International Defence Exhibition “IDEX 2025” and the Naval Defence Exhibition “NAVDEX 2025,” held in the UAE capital, Abu Dhabi. The events, taking place from February 17 to 21, 2025, feature the participation of 90 Turkish companies under the supervision of the Turkish Presidency’s Defense Industries Authority. These exhibitions serve as a platform for fostering international partnerships and showcasing cutting-edge defense technologies. According…

Glaciers Lose 273 Billion Tons of Ice Annually, Raising Sea Levels Glaciers worldwide have collectively lost a staggering 6,542 billion tons of ice between 2000 and 2023, resulting in a sea level rise of 18 millimeters, according to an analytical study published on Wednesday. This alarming trend highlights the accelerating impact of climate change on the planet’s ice reserves. On average, glaciers shed 273 billion tons of ice annually during this period, as detailed in a study published in the journal Nature. The research forms part of the Glacier Mass Balance Intercomparison Project (GLAMBIE), a global initiative aimed at tracking…

Google Pays €326 Million to Settle Tax Dispute in Italy Alphabet Inc., the U.S.-based parent company of Google, has paid €326 million to resolve a tax dispute with Italian authorities, according to a statement from the Milan Public Prosecutor’s Office. The prosecutor’s office recommended that the preliminary investigation judge close the case following the settlement. Italian judicial authorities had suspected that Google failed to pay due taxes between 2015 and 2019. After reaching an agreement, the tech giant paid €326 million, covering taxes, fines, and interest, to end the dispute with Italy’s tax authorities, the statement confirmed. Details of the…

The Israeli military received strong support from Microsoft and Open AI through artificial intelligence. An investigation by the Associated Press revealed that the Israeli military has received robust support from tech giants Microsoft and Open AI through artificial intelligence (AI) systems. This support came during the genocide in the Gaza Strip, where tens of thousands of Palestinians were killed, and the region was left in ruins. Published on Tuesday, the investigation exposed flaws in the AI systems employed by the Israeli military during the Gaza war. These errors could potentially lead to civilian deaths, raising serious ethical and legal questions.…

Satellite Imagery Reveals Israel’s Military Expansion in Syria Satellite imagery has uncovered the construction of seven Israeli military bases within Syrian territory recently occupied by Israel following the collapse of the Syrian regime. According to images captured by the American company Planet Labs PBC and published by the Israeli newspaper Haaretz, Israel has established seven military bases inside Syria. This development marks a significant escalation in Israel’s military presence in the region. Strategic Move After Assad’s Departure Haaretz reports that this move began in December 2024, shortly after the departure of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s government. Israel seized the…

Trump Warns Zelensky: Act Fast or Ukraine Could Be Lost US President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, urging him to “act quickly” to negotiate an end to Russia’s war against Ukraine. Speaking at a conference in Florida, Trump cautioned that failure to do so could leave Zelensky without a country to govern. Trump renewed his criticisms of Zelensky, suggesting the Ukrainian leader could have attended talks with Russia in Saudi Arabia if he truly wanted peace. “I hope we can soon reach a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine,” Trump added, signaling his intent…

After the Hat-Trick: How Did Kylian Mbappé React to His Stellar Champions League Night? Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappé commented on his dazzling performance in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday, leading the Spanish giants to the Round of 16 with an impressive hat-trick against English powerhouse Manchester City. Speaking after the match, Mbappé said, “It was a perfect night. We wanted to qualify. Real Madrid advancing to the Champions League Round of 16 feels logical.” The French striker added, “We’re strong at home, and it’s great to make our fans happy.” With a 3-2 victory in the first leg…

Lebanese President: No Exclusion for Anyone in Our Country The Lebanese President, Joseph Aoun, emphasized that there is no exclusion for anyone in Lebanon, as the state is the one protecting all sects, not the other way around. During his meeting with a delegation from the Maronite League, Aoun stated, “What happened in the past months has affected Lebanon as a whole, and its interest must be above all considerations.” He reaffirmed that “there is no exclusion for anyone in Lebanon, as the state is the one protecting all sects, not the other way around.” He pointed out that “we…