(2024-08-17). Taliban officials attend military parade on 3rd anniversary of Afghanistan takeover. presstv.ir Taliban officials attend a military parade on the third anniversary of Afghanistan's takeover.
(2024-08-17). Afghan interim govt offers mediation between Pakistan, TTP. gnnhd.tv 
Zabihullah Mujahid said that if Pakistan wants, we can play the role of mediator between Pakistan and TTP…
(2024-08-17). The Asian elephant population grows in southwest China. tvbrics.com 
The Republic strives to conserve the species…
(2024-08-17). Giant panda twins born in HK. ecns.cn Hong Kong is experiencing a new wave of panda fever, with residents warmly extending wishes to the first locally-born twin giant pandas, and hailing the new progress on the delivery of one more pair of pandas gifted by the central government.
(2024-08-17). Panda twins born in Hong Kong. ecns.cn Giant panda Le Le gave birth to panda twins on Thursday. The pair, a female and a male, were cubs of Ying Ying and Le Le, pandas given as a gift by the central government to Hong Kong in 2007. In March, Ying Ying and Le Le completed natural mating in Ocean Park.
(2024-08-17). Ten Theses On The Far Right Of A Special Type. popularresistance.org There has been widespread consternation about how to understand Donald Trump's emergence as a serious candidate for US president since 2016. Far from an isolated phenomenon, Trump rose to power alongside other strongmen such as Viktor Orbán (prime minister of Hungary since 2010), Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan (president of Turkey since 2014), and Narendra Modi (prime minister of India since 2014). People like this, who came to power and cemented their rule through liberal institutions, seem to be impossible to permanently remove through the ballot box. It has become clear that a rightward shift is taking place…
(2024-08-17). Indian-administered Kashmir to hold first elections in 10 years. presstv.ir India has announced three-phased assembly elections in the Kashmir region scheduled for next month, the first since Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government in 2019 stripped the Muslim-majority region of its semi-autonomy status.
(2024-08-17). Scientists discover herbal medicines in India. tvbrics.com 
They were discovered on Brahmayoni Hill in Gaya, Bihar…
(2024-08-17). While Modi professes concern for the jobless, his government's budget escalates class war. wsws.org The re-elected Modi-led BJP government is whipping up communalism, persecuting political opponents, expanding India's involvement in Washington's incendiary military-strategic offensive against China, and implementing a raft of anti-worker, "pro-investor" policies.
(2024-08-17). Book Release: 'Modi's Governance Triumph' by BJP General Secretary Tarun Chugh. devdiscourse.com New Delhi—BJP General Secretary Tarun Chugh released his new book, 'Modi's Governance Triumph: Reshaping India's Path to Prosperity,' on Saturday. The event saw the presence of Home Minister Amit Shah and Coal and Mines Minister G. Kishan Reddy.
(2024-08-17). CPJ urges transparency as India broadcast bill raises censorship fears. hindustantimes.com
(2024-08-17). Radhika Desai: Peak Hindutva? newleftreview.org As Modi's BJP loses its overall majority, Radhika Desai examines the part played by India's capitalist conglomerates in his rise—and the contradictions on which their strategy has foundered. The economic crisis of the parched countryside as brake on Hindutva's forward march.
(2024-08-17). Assam Partners with Geological Survey of India for Advanced Landslide Warning System. devdiscourse.com The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) has entered into a partnership with the Geological Survey of India (GSI) to implement a regional Landslide Early Warning System (LEWS) for combating landslides in the state. The agreement was signed by ASDMA CEO Gyanendra Dev Tripathi and GSI's Deputy Director General, Siladitya Sengupta.
(2024-08-17). Third Voice of Global South Summit Amplifies the Needs and Aspirations of Developing Nations. devdiscourse.com Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India's commitment to uplifting the developing countries during his address at the third Voice of Global South Summit. Modi emphasized India's role in sharing its developmental experience in infrastructure, digital, and energy sectors, significantly boosting cooperation among participating nations.
(2024-08-17). Indian hospitals hit as doctors strike to protest rape, murder of medic. gnnhd.tv 
More than one million doctors were expected to join the strike…
(2024-08-17). Narendra Modi celebra su victoria en las elecciones generales. telesurtv.net Narendra Modi necesitará el apoyo de otros partidos para gobernar, algo inédito en sus anteriores mandatos.
(2024-08-17). Bangladesh : Who is Muhammad Yunus, the new prime minister ? cadtm.org
(2024-08-17). Bangladesh: the 'Global South' debt crisis intensifies. cadtm.org
(2024-08-17). Rain threatens to disrupt first test between Pakistan and Bangladesh. gnnhd.tv 
Match between two countries is scheduled from August 21…
(2024-08-17). Senior Xinjiang officials meet with visiting Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni in Urumqi. ecns.cn Northwest China's Xinjiang regional Party chief Ma Xingrui and Erkin Tuniyaz, chairman of the regional government met with Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni in Urumqi on Thursday.
(2024-08-17). Pezeshkian: Close Iran-Indonesia ties foster unity among Muslim nations. presstv.ir Pezeshkian made the remark in a message to Indonesian President Joko Widodo.
(2024-08-17). Pakistan: Iran has right to self-defense in face of Israeli terrorism. presstv.ir Pakistan says Iran has every right to defend itself in the face of the Israeli regime.
(2024-08-17). Iran urges 'practical measures' to end Israeli genocide in Gaza. presstv.ir Iran's interim Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani underlines the need for "practical measures" aimed at putting an end to Israel's ongoing Gaza genocide.
(2024-08-17). Doha talks: Iran warns about 'deceit, dishonesty' of Israel, US. presstv.ir Commenting on Gaza ceasefire talks underway in Qatar, Iran has warned about "the deceit and dishonesty" of the criminal Israeli regime and its the United States.
(2024-08-17). US warns Iran faces 'cataclysmic' consequences if strikes Israel. newarab.com 
A US official warned Friday that Iran would face "cataclysmic" consequences and derail momentum toward a Gaza truce if it strikes The United States "would encourage the Iranians — and I know many are — not to move down that road, because the consequences could be quite cataclysmic, particularly for Iran," a senior US official told reporters on customary…
(2024-08-17). Why I Left The Service: Military Officer On Ukraine, Gaza, And US Decline. popularresistance.org At this point, we have a clear understanding of the fundamental mechanism behind U.S. foreign policy: the use of hard power, including the threat or actual deployment of military intervention and economic sanctions, to contain and isolate perceived rival powers such as Russia, China, and, to a lesser extent, Iran and the Axis of Resistance. For those familiar with the disinformation operations of Western legacy media and intelligence agencies, it is increasingly evident that U.S. hard power is experiencing unprecedented decline. | The sheer inertia behind the United States Empire will ensure a measure of global d…
(2024-08-17). Pezeshkian calls for national consensus as parliament debates cabinet lineup. presstv.ir Iran's Parliament has officially started reviewing the qualifications of proposed ministers in the new administration.
(2024-08-17). IRGC Sets Up Field Hospital on Border with Iraq to Serve Arbaeen Pilgrims. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — As the Arbaeen season has gained momentum with huge crowds of Iranians traveling to Iraq, the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Ground Force has built a large makeshift hospital at a western border crossing to provide medical services to the pilgrims.
(2024-08-17). Burundian journalist Floriane Irangabiye released after two years in prison. x.com
(2024-08-17). Pezeshkian in Parliament to Defend His Proposed Cabinet. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has attended an open session of the Parliament on Saturday morning to defend his nominees for the cabinet posts.
(2024-08-17). Diez cubanos competirán en Mundial Juvenil de Atletismo. cubadebate.cu Cuba estará representada por diez exponentes en el Campeonato Mundial Juvenil de Atletismo de Lima 2024, que entre el 27 y el 31 de agosto retomará las emociones dejadas por este deporte en los recién concluidos Juegos Olímpicos de París 2024. Lideran el grupo la vallista Jocelyn Echazabal y el triplista Gian Carlos Baxter, ubicados en los lugares tres y cinco, respectivamente, del ranking universal para menores de 20 años.
(2024-08-17). Irán inicia etapa de calificación de candidatos a elecciones. telesurtv.net Tras el proceso de investigación, el Ministerio del Interior anunciará los candidatos finales el 11 de junio, y los calificados tendrán 15 días, del 12 al 26 de junio, para llevar a cabo sus campañas electorales.
(2024-08-17). Presidente de Siria recibe a canciller de Irán. telesurtv.net Ambos políticos debatieron sobre el estado de las relaciones bilaterales, así como el avance de la agresión de Israel en la Franja de Gaza.
(2024-08-17). Six killed in Israeli strike in Lebanon. gnnhd.tv 
Israeli military said the airstrike targeted a weapons depot used by Hezbollah militants…
(2024-08-17). Day 316: Dozens Of Casualties As Israeli Continues To Bomb Gaza. imemc.org 
Earlier Saturday, day 316 of the ongoing genocide of the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, Israeli missiles, shells, and live fire, killed and injured dozens of Palestinians, including children and women. Palestinian children were torn to pieces as the army bombarded displaced families in central Gaza. At least 11 Palestinians were killed, and many were …
(2024-08-17). Australian opposition leader spearheads bipartisan offensive against Gaza refugees. wsws.org Liberal-National Coalition leader Peter Dutton this week demanded a total ban on Palestinians trying to flee the intensifying US-armed Israeli genocide in Gaza.
(2024-08-17). Update: Day 316: Dozens Of Casualties As Israel Continues To Bomb Gaza. imemc.org Updated: On Saturday, day 316 of the ongoing genocide of the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, Israeli missiles, shells, and live fire killed and injured dozens of Palestinians, including children and women. Palestinian children were torn to pieces as the army bombarded displaced families in central Gaza.
(2024-08-17). Israeli Colonizers Displace 14 Families In Northern Plains. imemc.org 
The remaining fourteen Palestinian families in the Umm al-Jimal Bedouin community, located in the northern Jordan Valley, have been compelled to dismantle their residences and vacate the area due to increasing assaults and serious violations by fanatic, illegal paramilitary Israeli colonizers, supported by Israeli occupation forces. Official reports state that 14 families were forced out …
(2024-08-17). 15 Palestinians Killed in Israeli Strike on Central Gaza. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — At least 15 people have been reported killed, with some still missing, after the Israeli military bombed a warehouse reportedly sheltering displaced Palestinians in the az-Zawayda area of central Gaza.
(2024-08-17). Hezbollah's Upper Hand Slaps 'Israel': Deaths, Injuries, Fires in North of Occupied Palestine (Video). english.almanar.com.lb The Islamic Resistance continued on Friday striking the Israeli occupation posts and settlements near Lebanon southern borders in response to the Zionist aggression on South Lebanon and support of Gaza. Hezbollah Military Media issued consecutive statements to detail the attacks and their outcomes. The first statement mentioned that, in response to the "Israeli" enemy's assaults …
(2024-08-17). Israeli Media Overwhelmed by Hezbollah Tunnel Video Posing Strategic Questions. english.almanar.com.lb The Israeli media concentrated in the recent hours on the military clues of the tunnel video published by Hezbollah Military Media. Hezbollah's Military Media published on Friday a video showcasing a massive missile facility located deep underground, in a clear message of full readiness to the Israeli enemy. The four-and-a-half-minute video displays ready-to-launch precision and …
(2024-08-17). Israeli media report casualties due to heavy missile fire from Lebanon. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-08-17). West Bank Residents Fight Back Against Israeli Raids. english.almanar.com.lb Locals in the West Bank are taking a stand against Israeli raids in their towns, with confrontations erupting in Ya'bad and Tulkarm. Palestinian resistance fighters fought back against Israeli occupation forces, firing upon military vehicles in Tulkarm. Despite Israeli attempts to oppress Palestinians in the West Bank, support for Gaza remains strong. The number of …
(2024-08-17). Resignation of Columbia's Shafik over Gaza protest widely lauded. newarab.com 
The resignation of Columbia University president Many in the left-leaning pro-Palestine camp have been criticising her for ordering a brutal police crackdown on student demonstrators, and many in the right-leaning pro-Israel camp have been…
(2024-08-17). Israeli settlers launch new pogrom in Palestinian W Bank village. newarab.com 
Dozens of masked The Palestinian ministry of health reported several wounded following the violent attack, with settlers' also targeting residents of the village of Jit with live fire. | The Palestinian man killed in the attack has been identified as 23-year-o…
(2024-08-17). Denmark in court over arms sales to Israel amid Gaza war. newarab.com 
(2024-08-17). Hamas against Israeli plan to leave troops on Egypt-Gaza border. newarab.com 
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(2024-08-17). Palestinians rally in Ramallah against Israeli 'massacre' in Gaza school. presstv.ir Palestinians rallied in Ramallah to denounce Israeli 'massacre' in Gaza City school that killed at least 100 individuals.
(2024-08-17). Hezbollah unveils new missile facility, warns Israel of 'unexpected destiny'. presstv.ir Lebanon's resistance movement revealed the "Imad 4" facility in a video released by its Military Media outlet.
(2024-08-17). Ten killed in Israeli strike on southern Lebanon building: Ministry. presstv.ir At least ten people have been killed and five others seriously wounded after an Israeli airstrike targeted a residential building northwest of the city of Nabatieh in southern Lebanon.
(2024-08-17). Protesters march in support of Palestinians after Friday prayers in Amman. presstv.ir Jordanians have once again been out on the streets to express support for the Palestinian people, particularly those facing the US-Israeli genocide in Gaza.
(2024-08-17). Hamas, Islamic Jihad call for popular uprising after deadly Israeli settler attack in West Bank. presstv.ir Palestinian resistance groups Hamas and Islamic Jihad have denounced the attack by illegal Israeli settlers on a northern West Bank village, where they killed a Palestinian and set fire to homes and cars belonging to other residents.
(2024-08-17). Hamas: Ceasefire must involve 'complete' Israeli withdrawal. presstv.ir Hamas has once again stressed that any agreement with Israel must ensure a comprehensive ceasefire in Gaza.
(2024-08-17). Israeli doctor exposes shocking conditions at notorious prison. presstv.ir An Israeli military doctor has presented a horrendous testimony on the appalling and fairly inhumane conditions of sick Palestinian prisoners being held at a detention center in Israel.
(2024-08-17). Yemenis reiterate support for Palestinians against Israel. presstv.ir Hundreds of thousands of Yemenis have taken to the streets of the capital Sana'a and other provinces across the country to reiterate their support for Palestinians in Gaza who are subjected to an Israeli genocidal war.
(2024-08-17). Hamas says will not accept new truce conditions from Israel: Report. presstv.ir The Palestinian resistance movement Hamas reportedly says it will not accept new truce conditions from the Israeli regime.
(2024-08-17). Israel Is Holding Thousands of Palestinians Captive — Including Children. truthout.org In October 2023, Fadiah Barghouti's home in Ramallah was raided by Israeli forces. Soldiers broke down her door and smashed everything that they could get their hands on. They were searching for her son Basel, whom they beat along with her other son, saying they would all "pay the price for supporting Hamas." It was a claim Barghouti was familiar with: Her husband Mahmoud is currently being held… |
(2024-08-17). Israeli drone targets a motorcycle on Cadmous road in northern Tyre: Al-Manar reporter. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-08-17). Rashid Khalidi: The Neck and The Sword. newleftreview.org Rashid Khalidi and Tariq Ali discuss the political and intellectual history of the Palestinian national movement, its fraught entanglement with neighbouring Arab regimes, the realities of the 'peace process', Israel's grip on the Biden Administration and the strategic calculations—or miscalculations—of Hamas.
(2024-08-17). Snow White remake slammed over casting of Gal Gadot. newarab.com 
Activists have called for a boycott of the Snow White remake after it was announced Israeli actress Gal Gadot will be featuring in it. | Earlier this week, the film's trailer was slammed by social media users who criticised the choice of casting Gadot in the film. | The Israeli actress, who will be featured as the Evil Queen in the film, has previously expressed support for Israel. | On 7 October, the day Israel launched its war on Gaza following a surprise Hamas-led attack, the actress posted "I stand with Israel" on Instagram. | "The thing about Gal Gadot being cast as an evil queen is that she doesn't have…
(2024-08-17). Israeli Soldiers Invade Tulkarem. imemc.org 
On Saturday dawn, several Israeli military vehicles invaded Tulkarem city, in the occupied West Bank's northwestern part. Media sources said the army stormed the city from its southern part, before invading several neighborhoods and storming homes. They added that the soldiers concentrated the invasions into the area of Nablus Street, near the Tulkarem refugee camp, …
(2024-08-17). Gaza one of 21st century's 'bloodiest wars' amid high death toll. newarab.com 
Israel's war in Gaza, ongoing for The number is considered excessive due to the small population of the Strip a…
(2024-08-17). Yemenis Rally in Support of Palestinians amid Ongoing Israeli War in Gaza. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Hundreds of thousands of Yemenis took to the streets of Sanaa and other provinces on Friday afternoon, showing solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza amid ongoing Israeli airstrikes.
(2024-08-17). Soldiers Abduct A Father And His Son In Nablus. imemc.org 
On Saturday at dawn, Israeli soldiers invaded the Balata refugee camp, east of Nablus, in the occupied West Bank's northern part before abducting a father and his son. Media sources said several military vehicles invaded the refugee camp and fired barrages of live rounds. They added that the soldiers stormed and ransacked many homes, before …
(2024-08-17). New harrowing abuse details emerge from Israel's Sde Teiman. newarab.com 
More details have surfaced on the human rights violations taking place at the notorious Israeli reservist soldiers who served at the prison over the months spoke to the Haar…
(2024-08-17). Ben Gvir: Israeli army should shoot Palestinians throwing stones. newarab.com 
(2024-08-17). Mohammed Abu al-Qumsan, dad of newborns killed by Israel, speaks. newarab.com 
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(2024-08-17). Borrell to propose sanctions against Israel over West Bank settler attacks. presstv.ir "Day after day, in an almost total impunity, Israeli settlers fuel violence in the occupied West Bank, contributing to endanger any chance of peace," Borrell wrote on X.
(2024-08-17). Israeli media: Number of soldiers dead or injured in a "hard incident" in Gaza. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-08-17). Israel Approves New Colony On Lands Marked As UNESCO World Heritage Site. imemc.org 
The far-right Israeli government under Benjamin Netanyahu and his fanatic colonial settlers' coalition partners, has officially published plans to establish a new illegal Israeli colony in the Al-Makhrour Mountain, officially registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Bethlehem, in the occupied West Bank. The decision was made after the Israeli government vowed to "legalize" …
(2024-08-17). Funeral of Palestinians killed during West Bank Israeli raid. presstv.ir Mourners take part in the funeral of three Palestinians.
(2024-08-17). Israeli media outlets report "hard incident" in Gaza. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-08-17). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net En varios países continúan realizándose actividades para expresar apoyo al pueblo palestino y condenar el genocidio que comete Israel.
(2024-08-17). ONU condena más de 500 asesinatos de palestinos en Cisjordania. telesurtv.net Más de 500 palestinos han muerto desde el 7 de octubre en actos de violencia en la ocupada Cisjordania vinculados al asedio del Ejército israelí de ocupación en Gaza.
(2024-08-17). Gaza records first polio case as UN urges vaccinations. newarab.com 
Gaza has recorded its first Tests in Jordan confirmed the
(2024-08-17). Islamic Resistance fires Katyusha missile barrages at Ayelet HaShahar settlement in response to Zionist aggression on Kfour town in South Lebanon: statement. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-08-17). Hezbollah video appears to show its tunnels, missiles. newarab.com 
Lebanon's The release comes as negotiators seeking a Gaza ceasefire were to meet for a second day in
(2024-08-17). CPJ urges Mongolia not to contest investigative journalist's appeal against conviction. zarig.mn
(2024-08-17). Woman Defends Herself Against Drunken Advances with Kitchen Spatula in Thane. devdiscourse.com A 30-year-old man was injured after a woman used a metal spatula to fend off his alleged unwanted advances in Thane district, Maharashtra, officials said on Saturday.
(2024-08-17). Mainland slams DPP for deceiving, intimidating Taiwan compatriots. ecns.cn A spokeswoman from the Chinese mainland condemned on Friday the Democratic Progressive Party authorities in Taiwan for distorting measures against "Taiwan independence", with the intention to deceive and intimidate Taiwan people.
(2024-08-17). Chinese mainland criticizes Taiwan's findings on fatal fishing boat incident near Jinmen. ecns.cn A spokeswoman from the Chinese mainland on Friday criticized Taiwan's released investigation findings regarding a mainland fishing boat incident earlier this year near Jinmen, where two fishermen died, as disregarding the facts.
(2024-08-17). Pakistan logs first mpox case as fears grow of global spread. newarab.com 
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(2024-08-17). 'Monsoon brides': Extreme weather fuels child marriages in Sindh. gnnhd.tv 
Pakistan's high rate of marriages for underage girls had been inching lower in recent years…
(2024-08-17). Voters Are Sending A Clear Message Ahead Of The DNC. popularresistance.org As Democrats prepare for their National Convention in Chicago next week, anti-genocide protesters and advocates are gearing up to meet them there. While Democratic leaders hope to demonstrate unusual party unity at the Convention, the yawning gap between those leaders and most Democratic voters—especially the key sectors of young voters, progressives, Muslim- and Arab-Americans—stands in the way of that unity. | Democratic policy toward Palestine is not the only problematic issue in the Democrats' policy book, but it's a prominent one. Neither Vice President Kamala Harris nor her running mate, Governo…
(2024-08-17). A Turning Point or More of the Same? The ICJ Advisory Opinion on Palestine and Its Global Impact. justpeaceadvocates.ca Just Peace Advocates was pleased to be invited to join the Faculty for Palestine at University of Victoria for this critical and timely session. Over 300 people registered with over 150 attending. As the global spotlight shifted to the U.S. election and University campuses quieted for the summer with the end of student encampments, the …
(2024-08-17). Critical Updates on Kursk and the War in Palestine. sonar21.com 
A very busy day. I did a controlled rant on Daniel Davis Deep Dive and my usual Friday interview with Nima. I want to start with the latest update on what happened at Kursk from my good friend, Pepe Escobar. He has excellent sources in Russia. The following article was published originally at An extremely serious debate is already raging among selected circles of power/intelligence in Moscow — and the heart of the matter could not be more incandescent. | To cut to the chase: wh…
(2024-08-17). Hamas rejects 'new' Gaza truce conditions as Biden says deal closer than ever. gnnhd.tv 
Washington has joined its European allies in pushing for a swift ceasefire in Gaza…
(2024-08-17). Head of Qatari intelligence receives top CIA award>. newarab.com 
The spy chief was recognised for his work towards strengthening US-Qatari intelligence cooperation, the report said, citing two sources privy to the matter. | The Qatari official was awarded in a ceremony that took place at the CIA headquarters earlier this week, as the two coun…
(2024-08-17). Saudi Arabia opens new areas of study for professional development in the arts and culture sector. tvbrics.com 
Amateurs and professionals have the opportunity to enrol in courses and contribute to the cultural sector…
(2024-08-17). US military conducts live-fire drills in South Korea to test deployment readiness. presstv.ir The US military conducted live-fire drills in South Korea to exercise deployment readiness.
(2024-08-17). SEP stands in Sri Lankan presidential election to fight for a socialist program. wsws.org The SEP is intervening in the election to advance the program and perspective of international socialism for the working class, against imperialist war, ruling class austerity and moves toward dictatorial forms of rule.
(2024-08-17). The conjuncture in the crisis. polity.lk If Sri Lanka is on the 'road to recovery', why is the public unpersuaded?>
(2024-08-17). Protests in Syria's Suwayda: What did they achieve one year on. newarab.com 
Activists in the southern Syrian province of Suwayda on Friday marked the first anniversary of The protests in Suwayda which began in August 2023 were reminiscent of
(2024-08-17). SDF lift siege of Syrian regime-held areas of Qamishli, Hasakah. newarab.com 
The Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) have lifted a blockade they imposed last week on Syrian regime-held areas of the cities of Qamishli and Al-Hasakah. | The blockades were imposed after The agreement to lift them came following mediation by the regime's other main ally, Russia. | Most of Qamishli…
(2024-08-17). Wildfires, fanned by strong winds, blaze in Turkey's west and north. newarab.com 
A forest fire in The fire in Izmir started late on Thursday in the Karsiyaka district for unknown reasons, as firefighters already worked to contain three separate fires in northwestern Turkey. | Izmir Governor Suleyman Elban said the fire in Karsiyaka continued in between four and five…
(2024-08-17). Lawmakers in Turkey draw blood in brawl during debate on jailed colleague. newarab.com 
A brawl broke out among Televised footage showed Ahmet Sik, a representative from the same party as the imprisoned deputy, being approached and attacked by a lawmaker from President In a su…
(2024-08-17). Brawl in Turkish parliament over ousted MP. geo.tv 
Former Turkish football player and deputy of ruling AKP Alpay Ozalan scuffles with Turkish Workers Party deputy Ahmet Sik at Grand National Assembly of Turkey in Ankara on August 16, 2024. — AFP
(2024-08-16). Twenty-fifth anniversary of the August 17, 1999 Gà∂lcàºk earthquake. wsws.org Time is being wasted when the technology and labour are available to build millions of safe houses in a very short time in Turkey and everywhere in the world where there is a risk of earthquakes.
(2024-08-17). Yemen: Heavy flooding leaves at least 57 dead. newarab.com 
At least 57 people have been killed in heavy flooding across OCHA's head of finance, Lisa Dutton, said the flooding has injured over 600 people and caused widespread devastation in central Yemen. | "Heavy rains and floods have hit several governorates in Yeme…
(2024-08-17). Al-Qaeda kills 16 Yemeni pro-government fighters: official. newarab.com 
A bomb attack on Friday in southern An explosive-laden vehicle targeted a site of the
(2024-08-17). Yemen rivals threaten to resume war, UN envoy warns. newarab.com 