Mid East – Page 1210 – Prologue Journal

Former Israeli soldier sets self on fire, commits suicide

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. Kalaf, 33, committed suicide after the ministry of military affairs rejected his request for disability status. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2023/08/03/708259/Israeli-soldier-suicide

Hamas warns of Israeli settlers’ plan to build temple at al-Aqsa Mosque

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. A Hamas spokesman warns of a plan by Israeli settler groups to demolish al-Aqsa Mosque and build a Jewish temple instead. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2023/08/03/708253/Palestine-Israel-plan-build-temple-al-Aqsa-mosque-Hamas-spokesman-warn

Hamas asks Hezbollah to help restore peace to Palestinian camp

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. The Palestinian Hamas resistance movement asks Hezbollah to help stop clashes between Palestinian factions in a densely populated refugee camp in Lebanon. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2023/08/03/708242/Hamas-asks-Hezbollah-help-restore-peace-Palestinian-camp

Istanbul orders unregistered Syrians to leave by September: is politics at play?

Jerusalem Post Unregistered Syrians have been ordered to leave Istanbul, a move seen as politically motivated in light of Turkey’s recent elections and growing discontent with the refugee population. https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-753488

Iranians Blame Power Grid and Gas Shortage for Shutdown Amid Heat

New York Times The government in Tehran cited “unprecedented” heat when it ordered a two-day shutdown to protect health and conserve energy, but many residents were not buying it. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/02/world/middleeast/iran-heat-shutdown-power-grid.html

In letter to Pope, Ayatollah Sistani calls for promotion of respect among followers of religions

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. Ayatollah Sistani underlines the significance of concerted efforts to promote respect among followers of various faiths. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2023/08/02/708213/Iraq-Shia-cleric-Grand-Ayatollah-Ali-alSistani-peaceful-coexistence-mutual-respect-Pope-Francis

Palestinian officers, gunmen clash in Jenin amid ongoing crackdown

Jerusalem Post The clashes erupted after the PA security forces refused to release Khaled al-Ararawi, whose nephew, Majdi, was killed during last month’s large-scale Israeli military operation in the camp. https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-753431

OIC warns against Israel’s recurrent incursions into al-Aqsa Mosque

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. Foreign ministers from the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) have warned against Israel’s repeated incursions into the al-Aqsa Mosque compound. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2023/08/02/708195/OIC-warns-against-Israel%E2%80%99s-recurrent-incursions-into-al-Aqsa-Mosque

Israeli forces use live fire, tear gas on Palestinian in Nablus, injure dozens

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. Dozens of Palestinians have been injured and suffered breathing difficulties after Israeli military forces raided the eastern flank of the occupied West Bank city of Nablus. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2023/08/02/708191/Dozens-injured-Israeli-forces-shoot-live-fire-tear-gas-Palestinians

Who Is Shikma Bressler, the Face of Israel’s Protests?

New York Times Shikma Bressler, a mother of five who says her passion is life in the lab, has emerged as a symbol of the struggle against the government’s divisive judicial overhaul. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/02/world/middleeast/shikma-bressler-israel-judicial-protests.html