Author: Steven Sahiounie

Cristiano Ronaldo led his team, Al-Nassr, to a thrilling 2-1 victory over Al-Rayyan in the second round of the AFC Champions League elite group stage on Monday. Ronaldo scored Al-Nassr’s second goal in the 76th minute with a powerful left-footed strike into the right corner of Al-Rayyan’s net, bringing his career goal tally to an impressive 904. Ronaldo’s celebration after the goal caught attention for its departure from his iconic “Siuuu” celebration. Instead, he moved towards the corner flag and raised both index fingers towards the sky. According to TNT Sports, Ronaldo dedicated this goal to the memory of his…

A source from the Lebanese army informed Agency France-Presse (AFP) that Lebanese forces are repositioning near the southern border following the U.S. announcement of “limited operations” conducted by Israeli forces within Lebanese territory. The source, who preferred to remain anonymous, stated, “Lebanese army forces are regrouping and repositioning in parts of southern Lebanon near the Israeli border.” This movement comes as tensions in the area have escalated due to ongoing military actions. A Lebanese security source confirmed to Reuters that the army has withdrawn from positions along the southern border with Israel, retreating about 5 kilometers northward. In an interview…

The United Arab Emirates expressed deep concern regarding the escalating situation in Lebanon. The UAE warned of the severe consequences that these dangerous developments could have on regional stability. UAE Stands Firm on Lebanon’s Sovereignty In a statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the UAE reaffirmed its unwavering support for Lebanon’s unity, national sovereignty, and territorial integrity. The UAE stands by the Lebanese people during these challenging times. Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, has ordered an emergency relief package worth $100 million to assist the Lebanese people. Call for International Efforts to Prevent Bloodshed…

On Tuesday, the Syrian General Organization of Radio and Television reported the death of Safaa Ahmed, a well-known TV presenter, after an Israeli airstrike on Damascus. Safaa lost her life during this attack. Her last Facebook post, shared just 30 minutes before the airstrike, has been widely circulated on social media. She wrote, “Loud sounds are heard in the skies over Damascus.” Syrian Military Confirms the Attack The Syrian military confirmed the airstrike. Israeli forces launched an attack on multiple locations in Damascus. The strike caused the deaths of three civilians, injured nine others, and resulted in significant material damage.…

A shipbuilder’s report earlier discovered “faulty welding” on several US submarines and aircraft carriersUS lawmakers have ordered a probe into reports of substandard welding “knowingly made” on submarines and aircraft carriers, both under construction and in-service within the US Navy. In a statement released on Friday, the House Armed Services Committee (HASC) charged the Pentagon with investigating the matter and coming up with a plan for “how to protect” Navy vessels against further “tampering.” The HASC’s move follows last week’s report by Newport News Shipbuilding, which said it discovered faulty welds on components of several in-service Navy vessels. The company is one of two nuclear shipyards in…

As the Israeli military launched a ground operation against Hezbollah in Lebanon on Monday night, several countries quickly moved to evacuate their citizens from the region, fearing further escalation. France Prepares for Potential Evacuation As Israeli forces began a ground operation in Lebanon, several countries took swift action to protect their citizens. On Monday, the French Navy sent a vessel from southeastern France toward Lebanon. This ship, equipped with helicopters and a combat group, is positioning itself off the coast for a possible evacuation. The journey will take around 5 to 6 days. About 23,000 French nationals, including dual French-Lebanese…

On Monday, Italian police arrested 19 high-profile football fans from Inter Milan and AC Milan, suspecting them of having connections with the ‘Ndrangheta mafia, according to Reuters. Investigators revealed that the case exposes how fan groups have evolved into criminal organizations, controlling ticket scams, beverage stalls, and parking operations around the San Siro stadium, which is shared by the two Serie A football clubs. Mafia Influence in Football Giovanni Melillo, Italy’s National Anti-Mafia and Anti-Terrorism Prosecutor, highlighted the significance of the investigation during a press conference in Milan. He stated, “This is an important investigation because it forces us to…

On Tuesday, a spokesperson for U.S. Central Command reported that American defense systems intercepted two Katyusha rockets targeting Victoria Base, located at Baghdad International Airport. The rockets were destroyed in mid-air, preventing them from hitting their intended targets. Two military sources confirmed to Reuters that at least two Katyusha rockets were fired at Victoria Base, which houses U.S. troops as part of ongoing operations. No Disruption to Baghdad Airport Despite the attack, Iraq’s Ministry of Transportation issued a statement clarifying that air traffic at Baghdad International Airport was not disrupted. The base shares the airport’s infrastructure, leading to initial concerns…

Israeli warplanes launched heavy airstrikes on Monday night, targeting the areas of Lailaki, Marijeh, Rweiss, and Bir al-Abed in Beirut’s southern suburbs. The strikes also reached locations near Beirut’s international airport. The Israeli airstrikes followed urgent evacuation warnings issued by the Israeli army, which called for the immediate clearance of several buildings in Beirut’s southern suburbs. Evacuations in Southern Lebanon In addition to the strikes on Beirut, the Israeli military ordered residents in several border towns in southern Lebanon to evacuate. Strict instructions were also given to residents of Israel’s Upper Galilee to stay close to protected areas. The Israeli…

In the early hours of Tuesday, Hezbollah announced that it had targeted the movements of Israeli soldiers near the southern Lebanese border. The group’s statement confirmed that fighters engaged Israeli forces with appropriate weapons in orchards facing the Lebanese towns of Adaisseh and Kfarkila, and claimed to have inflicted casualties. In a second statement, Hezbollah reported that it had launched artillery fire on an Israeli force at the gate of the Shetula settlement, a location close to the border. Sources Confirm Military Engagement Lebanese sources confirmed that Hezbollah had directed its fire towards a “military target” near the Israeli Zarit…