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Iran Army warns Israel must be 'contained' after deadly Yemen attack
The Islamic Republic of Iran's Army warns that the world will witness mounting wars and acts of terror by Israel if the regime is not contained immediately. In a statement on Sunday, the Army expressed its condolences over the martyrdom of Yemeni...
Erdogan assures Pakistan of Türkiye’s support amid deadly monsoon floods
Over 700 dead, 750,000 displaced as monsoon floods devastate Pakistan Erdogan, Shehbaz reaffirm solidarity; vow to boost ties and back Palestine PM in Tianjin for SCO summit, urges greater disaster preparedness cooperation TIANJIN, CHINA:...

Parl. Spkr. Berri defends Resistance arms, warns of Israeli threats
Leader Nabih Berri reaffirms support for the weapons of resistance, criticizes "Israel's" continued occupation, and warns against internal division during a speech marking the disappearance of Imam Musa al-Sadr. “The weapons of resistance are our...

Ex-Israeli commander cancels South Africa visit over arrest fears due to Gaza war
A former Israeli commander cancelled his trip to South Africa on Sunday over fears of being arrested due to his role in Israel’s genocidal war in the Gaza Strip, according to local media. Israel’s public broadcaster KAN said that Major General...

Bethsaida discovery? Israeli archaeologists believe they found Peter’s hometown by Sea of Galilee
The archaeological site of el-Araj in the Galilee, in July 2025. (Photo courtesy El Araj Excavation Project) An Israeli archaeology team led by Professor Mordechai Aviam of Kinneret College says it may have uncovered Bethsaida – the ancient...

Iran Identified Israeli Drone Operators Who Took Part In 12-Day War (Video)
File image. An Iranian media video report published on August 31 revealed that the Islamic Republic was able to identify three Israeli drone operators who took part in the 12-day war last June based on open source intelligence. The war broke out...

CHP leader says open to 'path of democracy' with Bahçeli
ANKARA Main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) leader Özgür Özel has said he is open to "walking on the path of democracy" with ruling bloc partner Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) chief Devlet Bahçeli. "He has messages regarding the...

‘We fear we are next’: Palestinian journalists in Gaza targeted by Israeli smear campaigns
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UAE participates as Guest of Honour in 7th edition of China-Arab States Expo in Yinchuan, highlights opportunities to strengthen Emirati-Chinese partnership
Al Saleh: The UAE and China share strategic and historical relations in all fields. Our participation in the expo reflects the growing momentum in economic and trade cooperation between the two countries. Abu Dhabi, August 2025 – The United Arab...

Middle East: Greta Thunberg to embark on Gaza-bound flotilla
Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg, along with other people, will set sail to Gaza on an aid flotilla on Sunday. The Global Sumud Flotilla will depart from Spain. The word "sumud" in Arabic means "steadfastness." In addition to Thunberg,...

UAE set to manage Islamabad airport
Abu Dhabi: Pakistan’s government has approved the transfer of operations at Islamabad International Airport to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), in a move aimed at boosting efficiency and improving passenger services. The decision was taken recently...

Flotilla leaves Barcelona in attempt to break Israeli blockade of Gaza
A flotilla of ships departed from Barcelona to the Gaza Strip Sunday with humanitarian aid and activists on board in the largest attempt yet to break the long Israeli blockade of the Palestinian territory by sea. This comes as Israel has stepped...

Video: Global Sumud Flotilla departs Barcelona to break Israeli siege
In a historic move, the Global Sumud Flotilla—the largest civilian flotilla ever assembled—departed from the Port of Barcelona on Sunday, August 31, with the aim of breaking the Israeli blockade imposed on Gaza. Carrying over 300 participants from...

Cultural evening at Sa'ada oil company branch marks Prophet’s birthday
Sa'ada - Saba: Sa'ada branch of the Yemeni Oil Company organized on Sunday a cultural evening to commemorate the Prophet Muhammad’s (peace be upon him and his family) birthday, celebrating his legacy and values. During the event, governor Mohammed...

Al-Qassam strikes Israeli Merkava tank, D9 bulldozer in Gaza
Al-Qassam Brigades say they hit an Israeli Merkava tank and a D9 bulldozer in Gaza, as Israeli media confirm a soldier was wounded in a Jabalia operation. The Ezzeddine al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas, announced on Sunday that its...

Ancient tombs unearthed in Iraq at Mosul dam reservoir
Archaeologists have discovered 30 ancient tombs on the banks of Mosul dam in Iraq after water levels declined. The tombs are believed to be more than 2,300 years old and were unearthed at the edges of the Mosul dam reservoir in the Khanke region...

Macron’s decision to recognize a Palestinian state in September angers Israel, U.S.
Breadcrumb Trail Links World Author of the article: Associated Press Sylvie Corbet Published Aug 31, 2025 • 4 minute read French President Emmanuel Macron arrives to attend a Franco-German cabinet meeting in Toulon, southern France, Friday Aug....

Flotilla departs Barcelona for Gaza in biggest attempt yet to break Israeli blockade
A flotilla of ships carrying humanitarian aid and activists, among whom was Swedish climate campaigner Greta Thunberg, departed from Barcelona on Sunday in what was the largest attempt yet to try to “break the illegal siege of Gaza,” organizers...

Letter: We must condemn antisemitism and hold Israel accountable
In a recent 8/10/2025 op-ed, Hava Leipzig Holzhauer calls to task an antisemitic letter to the editor by a former judge. Holzhauer rightfully criticizes the letter's lambast of Tucson for hosting the Maccabi games. Holzhauer is entirely correct to...

Saudi Arabia Explores Investment Opportunities in US Industry, Mining Sectors
Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Al-Khorayef has concluded an official visit to the United States, where he led a high-level delegation from the Kingdom’s industrial and mining sectors. The trip aimed to strengthen economic...