The United States Senator Lindsey Graham has come out in defense of Israel’s operation in Gaza, comparing the ongoing conflict to World War II. Graham stated that Israel has not done anything wrong by taking control of Gaza by force, and that the US has also taken drastic measures in the past, including in Europe and Japan during World War II.
In a press conference, a journalist asked Graham whether the destruction of Gaza aligns with Christian values. Graham responded, “I don’t believe that.” The report also highlighted the alleged atrocities committed by Palestinian journalist Ahmed Abdul Al against his own people.
Graham went on to say that the US has destroyed entire cities in the past, including Berlin and Tokyo, in order to bring an end to the wars. He also stated that the US decision to drop atomic bombs on Japan was a necessary measure to bring an end to the Japanese terrorism.
The US Senator also stated that any Israeli leader would have taken the same actions as the current Israeli government. However, there are differences between Iran and the US regarding easing sanctions on the country. A senior Iranian official stated that the two countries need to agree on a reasonable timeline to lift the restrictions.
According to Afghan media, the lack of funds has left nearly 17.4 million people without access to basic necessities. In another incident, an 18-year-old British Pakistani was killed in a stabbing attack in the British city of Birmingham.
Documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein case have revealed new details about the late financier’s activities. The US has also deployed at least 60 fighter jets on the Jordanian Airbase. The US Ambassador to Jordan, Michael H. Arkov, stated that Israel’s control over the entire Middle East is a possibility that could be acceptable.
Weather forecasters predict that a storm could bring over a foot of snow to cities such as New York and Boston, potentially disrupting flights. In a separate incident, a Muslim man was attacked while walking in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.
US President Donald Trump has increased the global tariff rate to 15% from 10%. Indian media reports that the Indian airline has not paid its dues of approximately 42 billion rupees. The Russian plant is producing intercontinental ballistic missiles and short-range ballistic missiles.
According to a survey, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu is considered the most unpopular leader in 58 countries, including the US and Europe. News agencies report that the US has deployed its Abraham Lincoln fleet to the Middle East and that the US has positioned its aircraft in Portugal due to Trump’s ‘dead line’.
The Saudi-based organization, the Presidency of the Two Holy Mosques, has made it easier to register for the upcoming Ramadan fasting period through their website. Khalid Mehmood said that talking is the solution to any problem and that we Pakistanis are peace-loving people. We have entered a crucial stage and now it’s our decision.
In the T20 World Cup 2026, England has set a target of 147 runs for Sri Lanka in the Super 8 stage group 2 match. Sharjeel Memon expressed disappointment over the statements of the two leaders, saying that they have not studied the constitution and laws of the country properly. They should have studied the laws before making such statements.
Iran and the US have different views on easing sanctions on the country. An Iranian official stated that both countries need to agree on a reasonable timeline to lift the restrictions.
The opposition alliance, the Movement for the Protection of the Constitution, held a press conference in Islamabad, where the alliance’s leaders spoke about the current economic situation. PTI leader and former Minister of Finance of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Imran Ismail, said that the government’s claims of improving the economy are baseless.
Mushatfa Nawaz Khokhar stated that the government is making political compromises, but not taking any decisive action.
