Mid East – Page 170 – Prologue Journal

Iran: Intl. inaction serves to normalize Israel’s ‘crime and villainy’

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. Iran has condemned Israel’s “violent attacks” on Gaza and Beirut, stating that the international community’s “inaction” serves to normalize “crime and villainy” by Tel Aviv. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2024/09/26/734023/Iran-condemns-international-inaction-says-it-normalizes-Israeli-crimes

Latin American leaders urge end to Gaza genocide in UN addresses

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. Leaders of Brazil, Chile, and Colombia have condemned Israel’s genocidal war in Gaza and called for an immediate ceasefire in the Palestinian territory. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2024/09/26/734015/Brazil-Chile-Colombia-call-for-ceasefire-in-Gaza

Houthi: Yemen won’t hesitate to support Lebanon against invasion

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. Ansarullah leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi says the Yemeni resistance movement will not hesitate to support Lebanon and Hezbollah against a possible invasion of the country by the Israeli enemy. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2024/09/26/734019/Hezbollah-victories-are-achievements-for-entire-Muslim-world,-says-Yemen%E2%80%99s-Ansarullah-chief

Israel Says It Killed Another Hezbollah Commander in Beirut

New York Times The Israeli military said the commander, Mohamed Hussein Sarour, was killed in a strike. There was no immediate confirmation from Hezbollah. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/26/world/middleeast/israel-hezbollah-mohammed-hussein-sarour-beirut.html

US boosts Israel defense aid by $5.2 billion for laser tech, Iron Dome, David’s Sling

Jerusalem Post The additional $5.2 billion is focused on defense, including the Iron Dome, David’s Sling, and an advanced laser system. https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-821919

Hamas says Biden, Blinken directly involved in Gaza genocide

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. Hamas slams the US administration for misleading Congress regarding the ongoing transfer of American arms to Israel and withholding essential information on Gaza blockade. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2024/09/26/734005/Hamas-accuse-Biden-Blinken-Palesinian-genocide-

IDF conducts strikes in Beirut, Lebanon

Jerusalem Post The operational update follows a previous IDF statement noting that troops of the IDF’s 7th Brigade completed a training exercise in preparation for combat in Lebanese territory. https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-821888

Both Israel and Hezbollah Have Reasons to Reject a Cease-Fire Deal

New York Times Hezbollah has repeatedly said it intends to continue fighting until there is a cease-fire in Gaza, while Israel wants the powerful Lebanese militia to pull back permanently from the border. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/26/world/middleeast/israel-hezbollah-cease-fire-reasons.html

Israeli aggression kills 23 Syrian nationals in eastern Lebanon

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. At least 23 Syrian nationals have been killed in an Israeli aggression on eastern Lebanon. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2024/09/26/733997/Syrian-nationals-Israeli-aggression-Lebanon-Hezbollah-

Why Curbing Hezbollah’s Power in Lebanon Just Became Harder

New York Times The militant group is a dominant force in the country, and officials have struggled for decades to limit its power. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/26/world/middleeast/hezbollah-israel-war-explainer.html