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Sudanese Sovereign Council Chairman Al-Burhan Addresses Media Forum, Discusses National Dialogue and UN Arms Embargo

Sudanese Sovereign Council Chairman Al-Burhan Addresses Media Forum, Discusses National Dialogue and UN Arms Embargo

Lieutenant General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, Chairman of the Transitional Sovereign Council of Sudan, received recommendations from the Sudanese Media Forum in Khartoum. The forum, held from September 7-9, involved over 130 journalists and media professionals. Al-Burhan pledged to implement these recommendations and directed the formation of a follow-up committee. He reviewed Sudan's political and military events since the fall of the 'Ingaz' regime, stating the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) are committed to enabling free elections. He acknowledged mistakes by both the Armed Forces and civilian forces during the transitional period. Al-Burhan also expressed gratitude to nations like Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt, Turkey, and Eritrea for their support during the conflict with what he termed a 'terrorist militia.' He affirmed the state's commitment to the Sudanese dialogue, emphasizing its focus on charting a roadmap for the transitional period, defining the state's future character, and holding general elections, ...

The US has loosened Iran's grip on the Strait of Hormuz, but the costly war is far from over

The US has loosened Iran's grip on the Strait of Hormuz, but the costly war is far from over

The United States has succeeded in loosening Iran's grip over the Strait of Hormuz while virtually shutting down Iran's own exports

Israeli Strike Kills Four Palestinians, Including Two Children, in Gaza Amidst Reports of Broader Attacks

Israeli Strike Kills Four Palestinians, Including Two Children, in Gaza Amidst Reports of Broader Attacks

An Israeli drone strike in Beit Lahia, northern Gaza Strip, has resulted in the deaths of four Palestinians, including two children aged 8 and 12, according to Palestinian media and health officials. This incident occurred on Thursday, with Israel stating its strikes targeted Hamas weapons facilities. However, Palestinian residents report a wider pattern of attacks on homes, noting that at least six houses across Gaza have been struck over the past two days. The ongoing conflict continues to claim civilian lives and damage residential areas, raising concerns about the humanitarian impact on the region. The differing accounts from Israeli and Palestinian sources highlight the contested nature of the military operations and their consequences.

Iran-backed Houthi rebels take over a strategic port city in Yemen, posing a new threat to shipping

Iran-backed Houthi rebels take over a strategic port city in Yemen, posing a new threat to shipping

The Iran-backed Houthi rebel group has taken control of Yemen's strategic Red Sea port city of Mokha

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas Appreciates International Restrictions on Israeli Settlement Trade

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas Appreciates International Restrictions on Israeli Settlement Trade

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has expressed appreciation for international efforts to impose restrictions on trade with Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories. This statement came as Abbas laid the foundation stone for the Higher Council for Innovation and Excellence in Ramallah, located in the Israeli-occupied West Bank. Palestinian officials in Ramallah have described Britain's decision to ban dealings with Israeli settlements as a 'significant political achievement,' viewing it as an important step towards protecting the two-state solution. They also noted that this move is seen as a setback for far-right policies and 'radical elements within the Israeli government.' Abbas's statement specifically called for similar measures at the European level and urged the international community to halt settlement activities, cancel the E1 plan, and prevent the annexation of Palestinian land or displacement of its residents. The Palestinian Authority considers these actions an 'important ...

The US has made progress in reopening the Strait of Hormuz, but the Iran war is far from over

The US has made progress in reopening the Strait of Hormuz, but the Iran war is far from over

The United States has succeeded in loosening Iran's grip over the Strait of Hormuz while virtually shutting down Iran's own exports

Today Marks the September 11 Terrorist Attacks on the United States

Today Marks the September 11 Terrorist Attacks on the United States

On the morning of September 11, 2001, the United States experienced a series of four coordinated suicide attacks that left an indelible mark on the...

Iran-backed fighters in Yemen and Iraq are joining forces to threaten the Gulf, officials say

Iran-backed fighters in Yemen and Iraq are joining forces to threaten the Gulf, officials say

Regional officials tell The Associated Press that Yemen's Houthi rebels helped Iraqi militias launch drone attacks on Saudi oil facilities in July

US strikes Iranian tankers plus other key Mideast news

US strikes Iranian tankers plus other key Mideast news

The U.S. has struck multiple Iranian tankers in response to attempted missile attacks on a Navy warship

UAE President Reportedly Warned Netanyahu of Major Hamas Operation Days Before Oct. 7 Attack

UAE President Reportedly Warned Netanyahu of Major Hamas Operation Days Before Oct. 7 Attack

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was reportedly warned by UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed about a major Hamas offensive just ten days before the October 7, 2023, attack, according to an Israeli newspaper report. The Haaretz daily stated that bin Zayed informed Netanyahu that Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas in Gaza at the time, was planning an operation that could lead to bloodshed, destabilize the region, and undermine the Abraham Accords. However, Netanyahu reportedly reacted with "relative calm," assuring bin Zayed that Israel was prepared and that an attack was more likely to originate from the occupied West Bank. Hamas fighters subsequently killed approximately 1,200 people and took 251 hostages in the October 7 attack. Netanyahu's office has denied the report, calling it an "absolute lie" and stating that he did not speak with the UAE president during the period in question. The UAE's Foreign Ministry has not yet responded to requests for comment.

Iran is forging a new ring of proxies to threaten US allies in the Gulf, officials say

Iran is forging a new ring of proxies to threaten US allies in the Gulf, officials say

Regional officials tell The Associated Press that Yemen's Houthi rebels helped Iraqi militias launch drone attacks on Saudi oil facilities in July

Nicaragua Accuses Germany at ICJ of Enabling Gaza Genocide Through Arms Sales to Israel

Nicaragua Accuses Germany at ICJ of Enabling Gaza Genocide Through Arms Sales to Israel

Nicaragua has formally accused Germany at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague of breaching its obligations under the Genocide Convention. The accusation stems from Germany's continued supply of weapons and military support to Israel, which Nicaragua alleges facilitates acts of genocide in Gaza. Nicaragua's lead lawyer, Carlos José Argüello Gómez, argued that Germany's close political, commercial, and military ties with Israel mean it was, or should have been, aware of a serious risk that genocidal acts were being committed. Germany, which is Israel's second-largest arms supplier after the United States, has rejected these allegations and requested the court to dismiss the case. Israel is not a party to these specific proceedings and denies that its conduct in Gaza amounts to genocide. The current hearings are focused on the ICJ's jurisdiction to hear Nicaragua's case, with a ruling on this expected later this year. If the case proceeds, a final judgment could take several years.