Zionist regime media reported several occupying soldiers wounded in clashes in southern Gaza, with some evacuated to hospitals within the occupied territories.
The English section of webangah News Agency, citing Al-mayadeen via Mehr News Agency, reported that a Zionist military spokesperson acknowledged the severe injury of one occupying soldier during fighting in southern Gaza.
Channel 14 of the Zionist regime’s television also confirmed at least three injuries when a rocket struck an occupation forces’ compound in southern Gaza.
Footage has emerged purportedly showing wounded Zionist soldiers being transported to medical facilities within the occupied territories.
Hebrew sources previously reported yesterday that one Zionist regime soldier was killed in Gaza after an explosive device detonated near a military bulldozer engaged in demolishing Palestinian homes.
U.S. Special Representative for Ukraine says russia’s concerns about NATO’s eastern expansion are natural, and Ukraine joining NATO is not on the table.
According to webangah News agency, Keith Kellogg, the U.S. Special Representative for Ukraine, stated that Russia’s concerns regarding NATO’s eastward expansion are understandable.
In an interview with ABC News, the American official was asked whether Washington would consider meeting Moscow’s demand to halt NATO’s eastern expansion. he responded: “It’s a natural concern. We’ve said repeatedly that ukraine joining NATO is not on the table. For Ukraine to join NATO, all 32 member states must agree.”
he added: “We’re not the only ones who think this way.As you know, I could probably name four NATO member states that share our view.”
Kellogg noted he had advised Kyiv against making statements suggesting it would refuse to participate in peace talks with Russia.
“I also spoke with Rustem Umerov,Ukraine’s senior negotiator and defense minister-who will lead Kyiv’s delegation in upcoming talks in Istanbul,” he said. “I always warn him not to say anything about refusing negotiations with Russia. They need to show they’re serious about reaching a ceasefire agreement.”
Previously, former U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Ukraine would not join NATO and emphasized: “It will never happen.”
Zionist media claims Trump halted military coordination with Tel Aviv, fearing Israeli strike on iran’s nuclear facilities coudl derail ongoing talks with Tehran.
According to webangah news Agency, Israel’s Channel 12 television revealed that U.S. President Donald trump ordered a halt to military coordination with Tel aviv over concerns that a potential Israeli attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities could disrupt current negotiations with tehran.
The Zionist outlet reported that Trump recently held a phone call with Benjamin Netanyahu, issuing a “stern warning” against any unilateral strike on Iranian installations.
during the call, Trump reportedly described the timing of such potential attacks as inappropriate, stating they could jeopardize prospects for reaching a nuclear agreement.
The report comes as a U.S. official acknowledged to The Wall Street Journal that Washington and tel Aviv currently disagree on how to approach Iran.
Gold price drops 0.57% to $3,299.01 per ounce today.
According to webangah News Agency, gold prices declined during Friday trading amid a strengthening US dollar as investors await key US inflation data for clues on teh Federal Reserve’s monetary policy.
Spot gold fell 0.57% to $3,299.01 per ounce, while gold futures on New York’s COMEX dropped 0.74% to $3,319.
The dollar index rose 0.2%, making bullion more expensive for holders of other currencies.
Market participants are closely watching for April’s US Core PCE Price Index release – the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge – due later today.
San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly stated Thursday that policymakers could implement two rate cuts this year but must maintain current levels until inflation clearly moves toward the central bank’s 2% target.
Lower interest rates typically benefit non-yielding assets like gold.
Meanwhile, a US federal court temporarily upheld new trump-era tariffs, and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed stalled trade talks between Washington and Beijing require direct intervention from both presidents.
North Sea Brent crude oil prices fell by 20 cents (0.31%) today to $63.95 per barrel.
According to webangah News Agency, expectations of increased production by the OPEC+ alliance in July and market instability caused by new U.S. tariffs have pushed oil prices toward thier second weekly decline.
North sea Brent crude dropped 20 cents (0.31%) to $63.95 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude fell 23 cents (0.38%) to $60.71 per barrel.
Both benchmarks have declined by 1.5% over the past week.
The primary driver behind this price drop is the anticipated increase in oil supply, with investors expecting another production hike from OPEC+ members during their Saturday meeting.
Global oil oversupply has reached 2.2 million barrels per day, prompting JPMorgan analysts to warn that policy changes are needed to restore market balance.
The bank’s analysts predict oil prices will remain at current levels in the short term before settling between $50-$60 per barrel by year-end.
In the U.S., federal court rulings have upheld President trump’s tariffs, ensuring continued trade war instability that has already driven oil prices down over 10% since April 2 when new tariffs were announced as part of what Trump called “Liberation Day.”
The trade conflict has further darkened demand outlooks after Washington ordered numerous companies to halt shipments of products like ethane and butane to China without new licenses – revoking previously granted special permits for certain suppliers.
Temporary demand growth occurred during recent U.S Memorial Day holiday travel but failed to offset broader market concerns about recession risks from prolonged tariff wars.
A U.S. official acknowledged disagreements between America and Israel over how to handle Iran, claiming israel postponed its planned attack on Tehran at Trump’s request.
According to webangah News Agency, The Wall Street journal cited a U.S. official stating that Washington is preparing to present Iran with a list of demands-including halting uranium enrichment-warning of consequences if Tehran rejects them.
The report added that U.S.officials hope a potential agreement framework would address Israel’s concerns and persuade Tel Aviv to delay an imminent strike on Iran.
One american official noted: “We currently disagree with Israel on how to approach Iran, but if Iran refuses negotiations, our stance could shift.”
The WSJ also quoted an informed source alleging Israel had planned an attack this year but delayed it following a request from the Trump administration.
Western and Israeli officials reportedly believe military action could set back Iran’s nuclear program by at least a year, though significant doubts remain about the effectiveness of such strikes.
Macron warns of toughening Paris’ stance toward Tel Aviv over Gaza’s humanitarian crisis, stressing that recognizing an self-reliant Palestinian state under specific conditions is both a “moral duty” and a “political demand.”
French president Emmanuel macron stated that France is prepared to escalate its position toward Israel if no progress is made on Gaza’s humanitarian situation, according to a report by webangah News Agency.
Speaking in remarks published by AFP, Macron emphasized: “recognizing a Palestinian state under particular circumstances is both a moral obligation and a political necessity.”
The Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) stands at a pivotal juncture after a decade of above-average growth, reduced currency dependency, and expanded common markets-now poised to redefine the region’s economic future.
webangah News Agency: May 29 marks ”Eurasian Economic Union Day,” commemorating the treaty that established the EAEU. This historic milestone in regional cooperation was signed in Astana (now Nur-Sultan), Kazakhstan, where leaders of Russia, Belarus, and Kazakhstan convened to create a new economic bloc fostering post-Soviet integration. The treaty took effect on january 1, 2015, laying the foundation for one of Eurasia’s most significant economic alliances.
The EAEU’s core mission is advancing economic cooperation and regional integration through a unified market guaranteeing free movement of goods, services, capital, and labor among members. It also harmonizes policies in energy, transportation, agriculture, and industry-boosting productivity, global competitiveness, and coordinated responses to regional and international challenges.
Since its inception, the union has expanded beyond its founding members: Armenia joined in January 2015 shortly after establishment; Kyrgyzstan followed in August that year. This growth underscores the bloc’s rising appeal as a framework for economic progress across eurasia. Today,the EAEU represents a resource-rich collective pursuing shared prosperityand strategic alignment.
The Islamic Republic of Iran became an observer member in December 2024 (Persian calendar month Dey 1403), enabling participation in meetings without full membership obligations. Uzbekistan,Moldova,and cuba also hold observer status.In December 2023,Iran signed an EAEU free trade agreement implemented this April (Persian month Ordibehesht1404).The deal eliminates tariffs on87%of Iranian exports to member states unlocking new trade opportunities.
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Mark Carney holds phone call with Saudi crown Prince
According to webangah News Agency,Canada’s newly appointed Prime Minister Mark Carney is actively seeking global economic partnerships,with Saudi arabia emerging as a strategic option for Ottawa.
The Canadian Prime Minister’s Office confirmed in a statement that Carney held a telephone conversation with saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Thursday.
The statement noted: “The two leaders discussed energy security and bilateral trade development. They also emphasized the necessity of achieving lasting peace in the Middle East.”
Expanding bilateral relations and economic cooperation were other key topics during the discussion.
The visit of former U.S. President Donald trump to Saudi Arabia, which resulted in multi-billion dollar agreements, has encouraged Canada and other Western nations to strengthen ties with Riyadh.
Turkish Foreign Minister discusses ceasefire efforts with Hamas officials.
According to webangah News Agency, Turkey’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held a phone call with political leaders of Hamas on Thursday to discuss ongoing efforts to establish a ceasefire in Gaza. This follows the U.S.’s newly proposed truce agreement, which Hamas is currently reviewing.
A Turkish diplomatic source confirmed the talks, noting that Turkey-as a key regional player-is actively mediating to end the war in Gaza. The same source added that Fidan also spoke by phone with Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani about developments in Gaza and Syria,though no further details were provided.
The discussions come after senior Hamas official Basem Naim criticized the U.S. ceasefire proposal, stating it woudl allow continued killings of Palestinians in Gaza and fail to stop what he described as “Zionist brutality” in the enclave.
