Author: Steven Sahiounie

American officials believe that Israel has scaled back its objectives for its anticipated response to Iran, according to a report by NBC News. The officials stated that Israel’s targets will likely focus on “military or energy infrastructure.” On October 1, Iran launched around 200 missiles at Israel, calling it a retaliatory response to the assassination of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in Beirut’s southern suburbs, Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, and Iranian military personnel in a conflict that has been ongoing for over a year. Since then, Israel has vowed to retaliate. On Wednesday, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant…

Nicaragua announced on Friday that it is cutting diplomatic relations with Israel. This decision was made in response to Israel’s recent attacks on Palestinian territories. Rosario Murillo, the Vice President of Nicaragua, described the Israeli government as “fascist” and accused it of committing “genocide.” In an official statement, the Nicaraguan government cited Israeli military actions as the primary reason for severing diplomatic ties.

As Israel’s military operations in the Middle East expand, with a potential strike on Iran looming, the debate over the sources of arms supply to the Israeli military has resurfaced. This issue has gained traction following statements from leaders of three major European countries. Israel sources approximately three-quarters of its weaponry from the United States. However, certain European decisions reflect anti-war sentiments due to internal pressures, though the operational impact on the Israeli military remains limited. Macron’s Firm Stance On Friday, French President Emmanuel Macron reiterated his call to halt arms exports used in Gaza and Lebanon. He emphasized that…

The Gaza Civil Defense reported on Friday evening that 30 people were killed in Israeli strikes on Jabalia, located in the northern Gaza Strip. According to sources within the Civil Defense, several airstrikes hit the city and its refugee camp, including eight schools housing displaced people. Ongoing Strikes and Humanitarian Crisis Earlier on Friday, Doctors Without Borders (MSF) stated that thousands of people were trapped in Jabalia amid heavy Israeli bombardment. Israel claims the offensive is part of an effort to prevent Hamas from regrouping. Medics told Reuters that at least 61 Palestinians across Gaza were killed on Friday due…

France, Italy, and Spain jointly condemned Israel’s attack on the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) on Friday. The three countries issued a statement calling such attacks “unjustified and must end immediately.” Western Nations Condemn Israel’s Actions The joint statement expressed outrage after several UNIFIL peacekeepers were injured in Naqoura. “These attacks represent a serious violation of Israel’s obligations under UN Security Council Resolution 1701 and international humanitarian law,” the statement added. It emphasized that all peacekeeping forces must be protected, praising the ongoing commitment of UNIFIL members under such difficult circumstances. Call for Ceasefire and Global Reactions The…

Donald Trump, the Republican candidate for the upcoming U.S. presidential elections, has made “unprecedented and extraordinary” security requests after his advisors received intelligence briefings indicating that Iran is still actively plotting to kill him, according to a report by The Washington Post on Friday. Unusual Security Demands Trump’s campaign requested a military aircraft for his travel during the final weeks of the campaign, expanded no-fly zones over his residences and campaign events, and the use of military vehicles for his transportation. These requests, outlined in internal emails reviewed by The Washington Post and confirmed by sources familiar with the situation,…

On Thursday, a United Nations investigation revealed that Israel has pursued a policy aimed at “destroying the healthcare system in Gaza during the war,” describing these actions as potential war crimes and genocide. In a statement issued by former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Navi Pillay, Israel was accused of conducting “ongoing and deliberate attacks on medical personnel and facilities” throughout the conflict. Pillay noted that her report will be presented to the UN General Assembly on October 30. “Children bear the brunt of these attacks as they directly or indirectly suffer from the collapse of the healthcare system,”…

On Thursday evening, the Israeli Security Cabinet is set to convene for a critical meeting to discuss the response to Iran’s missile attack that occurred on October 1st. According to officials cited by the New York Times, the Cabinet is expected to authorize Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant to “launch a retaliatory strike.” The report states that top ministers, including Netanyahu, will deliberate on the “comprehensive retaliation plan” during the meeting. In addition, the Axios news outlet revealed that Netanyahu will hold the meeting with the Security Cabinet to vote on “a significant military action against…

On Thursday, the Israeli military announced the deaths of three soldiers during ongoing clashes in Jabalia, located in northern Gaza. The military identified the fallen soldiers as Staff Sergeant (Res.) Uri Moshe Bornstein, aged 32, Major (Res.) Netanel Hirschkovitch, aged 37, and Staff Sergeant (Res.) Tzvi Matityahu Marantz, aged 32. According to the military, the soldiers were killed when an explosive device detonated near their military jeep, followed by mortar fire in the Jabalia area of northern Gaza. The Israeli army continues its military operations in Gaza and earlier on Thursday, it reported carrying out a “precision strike” on what…

erman Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced on Thursday that Germany will soon provide Israel with more weapons. This statement comes after significant criticism from opposition leaders over the sharp decline in arms exports to Israel this year, with some accusing the government of intentionally delaying shipments. Speaking before parliament during a commemoration of the victims of the October 7 Hamas attack, Scholz responded to opposition leader Friedrich Merz, saying, “We have not decided to stop supplying arms. We have provided weapons, and we will continue to do so.” He added that the government has made decisions that will ensure more arms…