Mid East – Page 1424 – Prologue Journal

Number of Palestinians killed by Israel this year exceeds 2022 death toll: UN

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. The UN says the number of Palestinians killed in the occupied territories by Israeli forces this year has surpassed the death toll of Palestinians for the whole year of 2022. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2023/08/12/708823/Palestine-Israeli-forces-kill-Palestinians-West-Bank-death-toll-UN-OCHA-report-settlers-attack

Saudis appoint first ambassador to ‘Palestine’ amid Israel rapprochement

Jerusalem Post Amid expectations around a potential peace deal with Israel, Saudi Arabia appoints an ambassador to the ‘State of Palestine.’ https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-754526

Israeli Air Force chief warns of ‘worsening harm’ to military readiness

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. The chief of the Israeli Air Force has warned of worsening damage to the force’s readiness. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2023/08/12/708794/Israeli-Air-Force-chief-warns-worsening-harm-military-readiness

In Istanbul, Tombs of Religious Figures Still Draw Pilgrims

New York Times Turkey’s largest city is dotted with the tombs of religious figures, where pilgrims seek divine intervention. “When you ask for something from God, those who are beloved by God can be a go-between.” https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/12/world/europe/istanbul-turkey-sufi-shrines.html

Sex Segregation in Israel Grows, Raising Fears for Women’s Rights

New York Times Ultra-Orthodox members of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s far-right coalition want to expand the powers of all-male rabbinical courts, and to bar women and men from mixing in many public arenas. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/12/world/middleeast/israel-women-rights.html

UK based Israeli arms maker Elbit besieged by Palestine Action

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. In the past few years, the pro-Palestinian protest network, Palestine Action, has forced two of multiple UK-based Elbit sites to close through direct action. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2023/08/12/708772/UK-based-Israeli-arms-maker-Elbit-besieged-by-Palestine-Action-in-Leicester-

Hezbollah no longer manning tent in Israeli territory 24/7

Jerusalem Post Hezbollah originally set up two tents in Israel before moving one back to Lebanese territory after facing much criticism. https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-754492

Oman’s Khareef Festival: A Monsoon Retreat in the Middle East

Jerusalem Post Tourists flock to southern Oman for a refreshing escape during the harsh Arabian summers. https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-754483

Hezbollah unveils new anti-armor precision missile system

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. Hezbollah unveils a new guided missile system that boasts anti-armor and precision features. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2023/08/11/708765/Lebanon-Hezbollah-unveils-new-missile-system-precision-anti-armor

Voices from the Arab press: Palestinian faction wars in Lebanon

Jerusalem Post A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world. https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-754333