Vatican City: Pope Francis criticized Israel’s attacks on Lebanon, which resulted in the martyrdom of Hezbollah’s Secretary-General Hassan Nasrallah and unarmed civilians, calling the assaults morally unjustifiable. According to Reuters, Pope Francis made these remarks while returning to Rome from Belgium, stating that nations should not exercise military power with such aggression, especially when even wars have ethical standards. He emphasized that while war itself is immoral, there are still ethical rules that should be observed during conflicts. During an in-flight press conference, the 87-year-old Pope responded to a question by stating that defense should always be proportionate to the…
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Beirut: Following the martyrdom of Hezbollah’s Secretary-General Hassan Nasrallah in an Israeli airstrike, the Lebanese army has called on citizens to maintain peace and avoid actions that could escalate tensions. According to Anadolu News Agency, the Lebanese military issued a statement urging the public to refrain from any steps that could disturb civil order, noting that the current situation is both dangerous and delicate for the country. The statement further highlighted that Israel is an enemy nation following a destructive agenda, seeking to sow discord among Lebanon’s people. The army assured that all necessary security measures would be taken to…
New York: China has once again called for the establishment of an independent Palestinian state, emphasizing that powerful nations cannot replace justice with oppression. During the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi highlighted that the plight of Palestine remains the deepest wound on humanity’s conscience. He stressed that “power cannot take the place of justice,” pointing to the growing loss of innocent lives in Gaza and the resumption of war in Lebanon. Wang Yi asserted that the long-standing demand for an independent Palestinian state must not be ignored, and the Palestinians, victims of…
New York: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan has expressed concern that the current situation in Afghanistan remains conducive for militant militias and various groups to operate freely. Speaking at the UN General Assembly, Prince Faisal stressed that Afghanistan cannot be left vulnerable to terrorist exploitation. He called for urgent action to address the humanitarian and security crises in the country. The Saudi foreign minister also condemned Israeli crimes against Palestinians, stating that Saudi Arabia rejects such actions entirely. He highlighted that Saudi Arabia has provided $5 billion in aid to the Palestinian people since the beginning of the…
Jerusalem: The Israeli military has confirmed conducting airstrikes on Houthi military positions in the Ras Issa and Hodeidah regions of Yemen. In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), the Israeli army stated that fighter jets targeted Houthi rebel positions in the Ras Issa area during an air operation. The statement also mentioned that power plants and a seaport, used for oil imports, were hit during the strikes. This comes after Houthi rebels attempted to target Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s plane with a rocket during its landing at Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport, which was intercepted by Israel’s defense system.
Beirut: Ongoing Israeli attacks have claimed the lives of 105 people in the last 24 hours. According to Lebanon’s Ministry of Health, Israeli forces bombed areas including the Bekaa Valley and Ain al-Dalab in Lebanon, resulting in 105 deaths and numerous injuries. Arab media reports suggest that Israeli forces, armed with heavy weaponry and military vehicles, are advancing towards the Lebanese border, raising fears of a large-scale ground assault. Israel claims to have targeted 120 Hezbollah positions. In Yemen, four people were killed and 29 injured in Israeli airstrikes. Meanwhile, additional attacks on Gaza have left 28 Palestinians dead.
Washington: Hurricane Helen has severely disrupted life in five U.S. states—Florida, Georgia, Virginia, South Carolina, and North Carolina. According to international news agencies, Hurricane Helen’s powerful winds have devastated everything in their path across the affected states. Schools and offices have been forced to shut down. The continuous rain, combined with the hurricane’s fierce winds, has brought life to a standstill. Roads resemble ponds, bridges have been destroyed, and millions of residents are without electricity. Communication systems in the affected regions have also been crippled. The financial losses are expected to reach up to $100 billion, and over 90 fatalities…
Riyadh: Pakistani citizen Nadeem Shehzad, who was sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia for heroin smuggling, was executed today. According to Saudi media, Nadeem Shehzad was executed in Dammam after being found guilty of smuggling heroin. He was provided with full legal assistance and the right to appeal. A statement from the Ministry of Interior confirmed that Nadeem Shehzad was caught red-handed while attempting to sell heroin. After a trial that lasted more than a year, he was sentenced to death, a sentence he later challenged in both the Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court. However, both courts upheld…
Srinagar: In yet another act of aggression by Indian forces, a young Kashmiri was martyred in Occupied Kashmir. According to Kashmir Media Service, during a so-called search operation in the beautiful valley’s Kathua district, the Indian occupying forces sealed all entry and exit points and conducted house-to-house searches. During this time, internet services were suspended, and even ambulances were denied entry. The Indian army violated the sanctity of homes. The occupying forces opened indiscriminate fire on one house, resulting in the martyrdom of a young Kashmiri student. The young man was unarmed and a student at a local college. The…
Beirut: Following the martyrdom of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in an Israeli attack, interim leader Naim Qassem delivered his first speech via video link. According to international news agencies, Hezbollah’s deputy leader, Naim Qassem, stated that with the backing of the U.S., Israel is committing massacres of civilians in Lebanon. He affirmed Hezbollah’s readiness to confront Israeli aggression. Qassem remarked, “If any other organization had faced pager attacks, walkie-talkie attacks, and the martyrdom of a leader like Hassan Nasrallah, it would have been long gone. But Hezbollah is a group that loves martyrdom and, despite sacrifices and suffering, will continue…
