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Criticism of SNP’s Stance on Israel The brother of Bernard Cowan, a British-Israeli man killed by Hamas during the October 7 attack, has accused the Scottish National Party (SNP) of double standards regarding its stance on Israel. Bernard Cowan, originally from Glasgow, was killed by Hamas gunmen in his home on a kibbutz in southern … Read more
White House Pushes for Urgent Action U.S. President Joe Biden has emphasized the urgency of achieving a ceasefire and a deal for the release of hostages in Gaza during a recent conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The call, which also included Vice President Kamala Harris, highlighted the necessity of removing “any remaining obstacles” … Read more
Delegates Express Disappointment Abbas Alawieh, an uncommitted delegate from Michigan, expressed his frustration and disappointment after being informed that their request for a speaking slot at the Democratic National Convention had been denied. Speaking outside the United Center, where the convention is concluding this Thursday, Alawieh shared his emotions with reporters. “We were hopeful because … Read more
Rising Tensions and Cross-Border Attacks Hezbollah has launched dozens of rockets at the Golan Heights, which is occupied by Israel, in response to recent Israeli airstrikes deep inside Lebanon. The escalation follows a series of intense exchanges between the two parties, raising concerns about a potential wider conflict in the region. The Israeli military reported … Read more
Tragic Incident in Deir-al-Balah Ashraf El Attar, a nurse at Gaza’s European hospital, has reported the devastating loss of his wife and six children, including quadruplets, in an air strike that hit their family home in Deir-al-Balah, central Gaza Strip. El Attar described the incident as a sudden and catastrophic blow, leaving him with “nothing.” … Read more
Direct Criticisms of the Prime Minister Inbal Albini Peri, daughter of one of the six Israelis whose bodies were returned from Gaza by the Israeli military on Tuesday, has accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of putting “political priorities” above a ceasefire and hostage release deal. In an interview with BBC Radio 4, Peri stated that … Read more
Devastating Attack on Mustafa Hafez School At least twelve Palestinians were killed in an Israeli airstrike on the Mustafa Hafez school, located in the western Rimal neighborhood of Gaza City. The school, which was housing displaced individuals, became the site of a tragic disaster early Tuesday morning. According to the Hamas-run Civil Defence authority, rescuers … Read more
Introduction In recent days, Israeli intelligence has reportedly updated its assessment regarding the possibility of an Iranian attack on Israel. This assessment indicates that Iran might be preparing to strike within days, following the assassination of a prominent Hamas political leader in Tehran. This analysis reflects a significant shift from previous intelligence expectations and carries … Read more
Introduction The ongoing conflict between Hamas and Israel has once again reached a critical juncture with recent developments indicating a tense stalemate in ceasefire negotiations. Hamas has made it clear that any future ceasefire agreement must be based on the terms discussed in July 2024 rather than new conditions introduced in subsequent talks. This position … Read more
Introduction Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, recent developments have sparked significant international concern. The United States has announced plans to deploy additional warships and fighter jets to the region in response to rising threats from Iran and its allies. This strategic move comes in the wake of high-profile assassinations and ongoing conflicts, underscoring … Read more
