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  • Saudi Arabia’s western forests engulfed by wildfires video footage shows

    Saudi Arabia’s western forests engulfed by wildfires video footage shows

    Media reports confirm​ a ​massive wildfire continues to rage in⁣ western⁢ Saudi Arabia’s forests, with firefighting ⁢efforts yet to contain the ⁢blaze.

    According to webangah ⁢News Agency, citing Arabic outlet ‌21, the fire began on Sunday evening⁢ and persists despite large-scale containment operations‌ due to the region’s ​harsh terrain ⁤and arid climate.

    Over⁢ 10⁤ square‌ kilometers of forest cover in the Bani Malik area, south of Taif city in ⁣western Saudi Arabia, have already been consumed by flames.

    The wildfire​ remains uncontrolled⁣ despite ongoing⁣ efforts by emergency responders and firefighters.

    News sources: © webangah News⁣ Agency, Mehr News Agency
  • Israel advances further into southern Syria

    Israel advances further into southern Syria

    Local sources reported that Zionist forces ⁤are advancing in areas⁢ of southern Syria.

    According to webangah News Agency, citing Al-Mayadeen network, local sources in Syria reported that a military unit of the Zionist regimeS army, consisting‌ of ‍two tanks adn two military vehicles, conducted limited advances today in border areas of southern Syria.

    The report states that ‌this Israeli ⁢unit advanced toward Syrian territory near the Quneitra province, between the villages ​of Al-Samadaniyah Al-Sharqiyah and ⁤Al-Ajraf.

    No details about clashes or responses ⁣from forces of the ‍Golan-based regime have been reported so far.

    This Israeli military movement comes as southern Syria has increasingly become an operational zone for the⁢ Zionist regime’s army since the fall of ‍Bashar‌ al-Assad’s⁢ government last ⁢year.

    News Sources: © webangah news Agency, Mehr News Agency, Al-Mayadeen
  • Israel fails to halt wave of flight cancellations to occupied territories

    Israel fails to halt wave of flight cancellations to occupied territories

    despite political pressure,‍ foreign airlines continue canceling flights to the occupied territories—a crisis signaling the⁣ growing isolation⁢ of the Zionist ​regime.

    According to webangah News​ Agency,‍ Israel’s public broadcaster Kan reported that foreign⁤ airlines persist in canceling flights despite political pressure campaigns.

    The Israeli media outlet also ⁣stated that⁣ the‍ flight cancellation ‍crisis in‌ the ⁣occupied territories ‌will not be resolved soon, raising concerns among‌ political and security circles within the Zionist regime.

    Meanwhile, German airline Lufthansa extended its suspension of flights to‍ the occupied ​territories until June⁤ 15 (Sunday, ‌June 25 in the Persian calendar).

    Lufthansa,Germany’s largest airline,cited ongoing security concerns due to tensions provoked ‍by the Zionist regime in the region as justification for prolonging its Tel Aviv flight suspensions ​until June ⁢15.

    The suspension began ⁤in early May following a missile strike near Tel Aviv’s airport.

    The Lufthansa Group confirmed its flights ​and subsidiaries’ services to the occupied territories would remain halted until Sunday, June 15—extending ​an earlier ⁣deadline set for June 8.

    The company attributed this ⁤decision to unstable‍ conditions and security ⁢risks in the⁣ occupied territories.

    Several other ​airlines have ⁢likewise suspended flights​ to these areas for extended periods.

    News Sources: © webangah News Agency, ​Mehr News Agency,​ Al Jazeera Qatar
  • Trump Grows Weary of Ukraine Peace Talks Wall Street Journal Reports

    Trump Grows Weary of Ukraine Peace Talks Wall Street Journal Reports

    US media reveals Trump has grown weary of Russia-Ukraine negotiations.

    According to webangah News agency, The Wall Street Journal cited informed sources reporting that U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed dissatisfaction with the Ukraine peace talks and⁢ may withdraw from the​ process entirely.

    The sources indicate Trump is also‌ considering options ⁢for new sanctions against ‌Russia, particularly following escalating military attacks that have heightened ‍frustration within‌ the White House.

    The report adds that potential ‌U.S. sanctions would exclude banking restrictions but notes​ Washington has alternative measures to pressure Russian President Vladimir Putin.

    These sanctions reportedly aim to compel‍ Moscow into accepting a‍ 30-day ceasefire‍ along ​conflict fronts.

    The Wall Street Journal also quoted a White House spokesperson stating Trump has “clearly expressed”‌ his desire to reach a peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine.

    The spokesperson added: “The president has wisely kept ‍all options [regarding Ukraine peace talks] ‍ on the table.”

    These remarks follow earlier disclosures by informed sources to the newspaper about Trump’s growing fatigue with​ the negotiation process and his exploration⁢ of new sanctions against russia.

    ⁣ News Sources: © webangah News agency,Mehr News Agency,Al Jazeera
  • Massive fire erupts at Ecuador’s main oil refinery

    Massive fire erupts at Ecuador’s main oil refinery

    Sources report fire ​at⁣ Ecuador’s largest oil refinery.

    According‍ to webangah News Agency, local sources confirmed that Ecuador’s largest oil refinery, La Esmeralda, caught ⁣fire on Monday morning.Emergency responders quickly brought the blaze under control.

    The⁢ fire broke out at 10:22 AM local time (15:22 GMT) in Ecuador’s ⁢northern coastal province of Esmeraldas, ‍followed by a massive explosion in the area.

    Ecuador’s Minister of Energy and Mines, Ines Manzano, stated on‌ X (formerly Twitter): “A fuel storage tank caught fire but ⁣is now under control. Refinery personnel are working⁣ to fully extinguish it.”

    The ⁣incident prompted the complete ‌evacuation of refinery workers and students from four nearby schools.

    state⁢ oil company​ Petroecuador confirmed the fire had been contained. Authorities are currently assessing facility damage and ⁢investigating potential causes.

    Security forces, firefighters, and national police responded to⁢ the‍ emergency. All personnel exited safely with no reported casualties.

    The ⁣110,000-barrel-per-day La Esmeralda refinery—Ecuador’s largest—had already sustained meaningful structural damage from a 6.1-magnitude earthquake on April 25 that reduced its ⁢production‌ capacity.

    The latest fire has halted operations again, ​potentially impacting Ecuador’s economy substantially since‍ over 70% of its crude production is exported. The shutdown may disrupt domestic fuel supply and international shipments.

    News‌ Sources: © webangah News Agency, Mehr News Agency
  • 7 civilians killed in deadly attack in northwest Syria

    7 civilians killed in deadly attack in northwest Syria

    Local sources in Syria report a deadly attack in the ⁢outskirts of Latakia, northwestern Syria, leaving several‌ dead.

    According to webangah ​News Agency, Syrian local sources confirmed that the village of Jouzet al-Maa ⁢ in the Mashqita area near Latakia ⁣witnessed a fatal attack, resulting in ⁤the deaths of at least seven ⁣civilians.

    The victims‍ included one ⁢woman and one child.

    No further details have been released regarding the perpetrators or motives behind‍ the attack.

    The incident occurs amid ongoing sporadic security tensions and civilian casualties in western Syria following last yearS rise of the al-Jolani regime ‍and​ the fall of ‌Bashar al-Assad.

    News Sources: © ​webangah News Agency, Mehr​ News Agency, Al-mayadeen Network
  • Palestinian Authority warns of Israeli move to seize control of humanitarian aid

    Palestinian Authority warns of Israeli move to seize control of humanitarian aid

    Gaza’s Palestinian Interior Ministry warns of Israeli regime’s attempts to bypass international bodies and directly control humanitarian aid distribution.

    according to webangah News Agency, Gaza’s ⁣Palestinian Interior Ministry stated that the ⁢Israeli occupation‌ regime seeks to directly control humanitarian​ aid distribution ​in Gaza through ⁣a diversionary mechanism, sidelining UN-affiliated organizations in the process.

    The ministry warned this move aims to replace the existing⁤ order with‌ chaos and ‍implement a policy of ​starving Gaza’s population.

    It further emphasized that ⁤occupiers are attempting to weaponize aid ⁢distribution for security and⁤ intelligence purposes through a ⁣newly established, suspicious entity called “The gaza Institution” – financially backed ‌by the Zionist⁣ regime.

    The Palestinian authority condemned this plan, asserting any cooperation with Israel’s ⁤new aid distribution mechanism⁤ would directly threaten international organizations’ operations in Gaza.

    The ministry concluded by urging citizens to avoid obstructing humanitarian⁤ aid trucks entering gaza to ensure fair and secure distribution.

    News Sources: © webangah News Agency, Mehr News Agency
  • Israeli Army Launches Ground Incursion Into Southern Lebanon

    Israeli Army Launches Ground Incursion Into Southern Lebanon

    Lebanese⁤ sources report ​Israeli ground incursion into southern regions of the country.

    According to⁣ webangah ‍News Agency, ⁤Israeli⁤ infantry units crossed Lebanon’s southern borders,⁢ advancing approximately 100 meters into​ the eastern ⁤area of the border town of Mays al-Jabal. The move is ‌considered a clear ​violation⁤ of Lebanon’s national ‌sovereignty and⁢ international resolutions.

    Al Mayadeen’s correspondent in‍ southern Lebanon reported that two Israeli military bulldozers concurrently positioned themselves near Siaj al-Taqni,preparing to enter the contested ‌zone. The infiltrating infantry unit⁢ continues advancing through residential areas east of mays al-Jabal.

    No further details have been released regarding the objectives of this military operation. The incursion violates international resolutions that explicitly prohibit Zionist forces ‍from entering Lebanese territory.

    News ‌Sources: © ‌webangah⁢ News ⁤Agency, Mehr News agency, Al ⁢Mayadeen
  • Putin says Russian economy grew rapidly despite tough conditions

    Putin says Russian economy grew rapidly despite tough conditions

    Russian President announces: RussiaS economy has grown rapidly despite ‍difficult⁣ conditions.

    webangah News Agency — Russian President Vladimir Putin stated on Monday ⁣that Russia’s economy has achieved rapid growth over the past two years despite challenging circumstances.

    The president emphasized that Russian entrepreneurs ⁣have remained resilient in recent years, adapting to difficulties while driving the nation forward. He noted that ​key economic growth indicators across multiple industries have shown positive results.

    News ⁢Sources:⁣ © webangah⁣ News Agency,mehr News Agency,RIA Novosti
  • Zelensky to visit Germany on Wednesday

    Zelensky to visit Germany on Wednesday

    Ukrainian ⁢President‍ to Visit Germany on wednesday for Talks with Chancellor and President

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to arrive ‍in Berlin this Wednesday, according to a report ​by webangah News Agency citing german⁤ broadcaster Deutsche Welle.

    the German weekly Der Spiegel reported Monday that Chancellor Olaf Scholz plans to discuss potential steps toward ⁢technical negotiations‍ between Ukraine ​and Russia⁤ during his meeting with​ zelenskyy.

    Scholz will also brief Zelenskyy on preparations for the⁢ EU’s‍ new sanctions package against Russia, designed to increase ‌pressure on Moscow to ⁣accept serious negotiations.During his Berlin visit, Zelenskyy will additionally meet with German ⁣President Frank-Walter Steinmeier.

    The talks aim to maintain Europe’s diplomatic efforts toward achieving peace in Ukraine while advancing this ‌process, according to ⁢Spiegel.

    The discussions are also likely to address ‍continued military support for Ukraine amid ⁢its ongoing conflict with Russia.

    News Sources: © webangah News Agency, Mehr News Agency, der Spiegel