Category: Mid East
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
Read MoreIn 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
Read MoreSex 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
Read MoreUK 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-
Read MoreHezbollah 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
Read MoreOman’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
Read MoreHezbollah 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
Read MoreVoices 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
Read MoreAmericans Held Prisoner in Iran Saw Promise of Better Relations
New York Times The five Americans who are part of a prisoner swap could be released by September under a complicated agreement with Tehran. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/11/world/middleeast/americans-prisoners-iran-swap.html
Read MoreIran moves closer toward possible nuclear weapons test – European intel
Jerusalem Post Iran’s fast-moving development of weapons-grade uranium is bringing the possibility of an Iranian first nuclear test closer. https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-754467
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