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Warda school turns to inferno as Zionist arson attack claims innocent lives
Warda Al-Sheikh Khalil, a refugee who was targeted alongside her family in the Israeli regime’s massacre at Al-Fahmi Al-Jarjawi school in Gaza’s Daraj neighborhood, miraculously survived.News Sources: © webangah News Agency -
Gaza war costs Zionists 38 billion dollars
Gaza war cost Israeli regime over $38 billion by end of 2023.According to a report by the economic newspaper Calcalist, cited by webangah News Agency, the Israeli regime’s war on Gaza had incurred costs totaling 142 billion shekels (approximately $38.5 billion) by the end of 2023.
The detailed breakdown reveals the net cost of the war (excluding U.S. aid) reached 121.3 billion shekels ($33 billion). Of this amount, roughly 96.4 billion shekels ($26.2 billion) was allocated to military expenditures, while 24.9 billion shekels ($6.7 billion) covered civilian costs.
The highest monthly expenditure occurred in December 2023, with 17.2 billion shekels ($4.7 billion) spent within a single month.
the conflict has also significantly impacted Israel’s fiscal deficit—increasing it to 1.4% of GDP in 2023 and an estimated 4.8% in 2024, cumulatively reaching
Hamas says West Bank resistance embodies Palestinian spirit of defiance
Hamas praises Palestinian resistance in West Bank against Zionist attacks and extremist settler violence.According to webangah News Agency, citing the Palestinian Information Center, senior Hamas official Mahmoud al-Mardawi commended the steadfastness of West Bank residents amid escalating assaults by Zionist settlers. He emphasized the urgent need for popular resistance to counter these attacks.
al-Mardawi highlighted the heroic defense by villagers in Al-Mughayyir and abu Falah against dozens of settlers who raided the Marj Saej area northwest of Ramallah,stating: “The Palestinian people have again proven their commitment to their land and readiness to defend it against occupation crimes and settler aggression.“
“The surge in these attacks—and our people’s defiance—reflects the essence of authentic resistance within our nation,” he added. “We will not remain silent against suppression and occupation policies.”
The Hamas leader stressed confronting settlers “by all available means” while calling for deterrent measures to halt their escalating crimes across the West Bank. He framed settler and Israeli army violations as part of a “systematic genocide policy” targeting Palestinian existence, land, and holy sites.
al-Mardawi urged mass mobilization in response to grassroots calls supporting Palestinian villages, emphasizing strengthened civilian presence to deter further settler violence.
The statement comes amid intensified crackdowns by extremist settlers and Israeli forces against West Bank Palestinians during the Gaza war, with reports alleging collaboration between some Palestinian factions within the PA administration and Zionist forces in these operations.
News Sources: © webangah News Agency, Mehr News AgencyUS negotiation tactic on Iran marked by contradictory statements and shifting positions
A senior international relations expert, referencing the U.S. strategy to maintain negotiation channels, stated that enrichment and Article IV of the NPT remain the two key challenges in Tehran-Washington talks.webangah News Agency – Azar Mahdavan: Indirect negotiations between Iran and the U.S., mediated by Oman, continue amid a climate of skepticism and mistrust. Iranian officials cite ”contradictory statements and shifting positions” by American representatives as a major obstacle, creating inconsistencies between their public rhetoric and negotiating stance. Meanwhile, regional developments—including concerns over the potential reinstatement of UN sanctions and military tensions with Israel—have added new dimensions to these talks, heightening their importance.
Under these circumstances, issues like uranium enrichment and arms control have emerged as central challenges. While both sides emphasize constructive dialogue, Iran and the U.S. appear equally invested in sustaining negotiations to reach an agreement that could alleviate domestic pressures.
In an interview with Dr. Rahman Ghahremanpour, a senior international relations expert, webangah News Agency examined the core hurdles in these talks:
“Iranian officials claim inconsistency in U.S. positions—as an example, senior American negotiator Steve Wittkoff initially suggested Washington had no issue with domestic enrichment in Iran but later backtracked. Is this a purposeful tactic or reflective of internal U.S. disarray?”
“These shifts are primarily negotiation tactics,” Dr. Ghahremanpour observed. “The Trump management employed similar approaches elsewhere,like Ukraine.” He noted that such maneuvering aims to keep counterparts engaged while securing concessions.
The expert also highlighted technical contradictions in Wittkoff’s statements due to limited expertise on arms control: “He first accepted domestic enrichment before conditioning it.” Divisions within Trump’s team further complicated matters—hardliners advocated confrontation while moderates favored engagement.
“Is enrichment truly the linchpin issue or might other unresolved matters escalate tensions?”
“Multiple issues are on the table,” he clarified. While Iran demands sanctions relief and oil trade resumption technically speaking under international law NPT Article IV has always been contentious due its dual-use nature peaceful energy versus weapons potential Past proposals like establishing an international fuel bank aimed curb national-level activities If resolved other secondary disputes could follow suit being less directly tied nuclear proliferation risks
“Despite expectations negotiations would collapse after fifth round both sides persist What outcome do you foresee?”< STRONG >< / P >“Both need diplomacy for different reasons US wants validate Trump s foreign policy while Iran seeks economic reprieve Oman Qatar s mediation plays critical role given Tehran Muscat trust However prolonged stagnation may prompt tactical withdrawals from either side” he concluded P >
News Sources: © webangah News AgencyNetanyahu delivers controversial speech in Knesset video emerges
Netanyahu makes claims about Hamas and Hezbollah as Knesset members and opposition leader slam him.Benjamin Netanyahu, the prime minister of the Israeli regime, repeated his previous allegations against Hamas and Hezbollah during a speech at the Knesset, claiming: “We will change the face of the Middle East—and this is exactly what we have done,” according to webangah News Agency.
he asserted: “Opponents talk about zero achievements, but since Israel’s establishment, there have never been such accomplishments on so many fronts. We neutralized Hezbollah’s threat to attack northern Israeli cities and created an entirely new reality in Lebanon.In all of Israel’s wars, we have never achieved this level of success across all fronts.”
Netanyahu further claimed: “We took control of the Philadelphia Corridor and Rafah Crossing, stopping weapons from reaching Hamas. We changed the face of the Middle East—we assassinated Mohammed Deif, ismail Haniyeh, Yahya Sinwar, and Mohammed Sinwar. We brought Hezbollah to its knees and established a new reality in Lebanon that hasn’t been seen in 50 years.”
During netanyahu’s speech, Knesset members repeatedly interrupted him.
Yair Lapid, leader of the Israeli opposition, stated: “Under your leadership, Israel is suffering unprecedented economic crises. All flights to Tel Aviv have been canceled until July 31. A year and a half ago, Israel was in good shape with strong foreign relations. Now our ties with America are at their worst—Trump acts alone on Iran and Syria while negotiating with the Houthis.”
Simultaneously occurring families of Israeli captives addressed Netanyahu during his speech about their children declaring: “He talks about unprecedented war achievements? Never before have so many captives been held in all of Israel’s wars! For 600 days Netanyahu had full support to bring our prisoners home or overthrow Hamas but failed. when will he admit he can no longer secure their return or step aside? The Gaza war isn’t ours—it’s a war against Israel’s future! We won’t let this cabinet continue ignoring our children’s lives.”
News Sources: © webangah News AgencyHouthi leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi condemns Israeli regime strike on Sanaa airport
Yemen’s Ansarullah leader described the Zionist regime’s attack on Sana’a Airport as a sign of weakness, stating it’s aim was to pressure Yemen into halting support for the oppressed Palestinian people.According to webangah News Agency,Abdul-Malik al-Houthi,leader of Yemen’s Ansarullah movement,stated: “The attack on Sana’a Airport targets our nation and aims to pressure us into abandoning support for the oppressed Palestinian people.”
He added: “The Israeli enemy seeks to target the Palestinian people without any Muslim nation reacting. After America halted its aggressions due to failure, the Israeli enemy found itself in a position of weakness.”
The Ansarullah leader emphasized: “Through these repeated attacks on civilian facilities in our country, the Israeli enemy attempts to restore its lost deterrence. No matter how intense these attacks become, they will not affect our nation’s stance in supporting Palestine—our position stems from religious conviction.”
Al-Houthi noted: “One potential Israeli objective behind attacking Sana’a airport is obstructing Hajj pilgrim travel, but God willing, they will fail. The airport will be repaired and operational again.”
He stressed: “We maintain a firm stance alongside Palestine amid their unprecedented suffering.Every additional crime committed by Israel against Palestinians increases the Islamic world’s responsibility.”
The leader warned: “The ongoing genocide against Palestinians compels us—based on moral and humanitarian duty—to intensify military operations against Israel.”
Al-Houthi concluded: “escalated attacks on Gaza drive us toward sustained military escalation against Israel through armed operations. Palestinian suffering now exceeds all previous stages—whether from siege-induced starvation or direct Israeli crimes.”
News Sources: © webangah News Agency,Mehr News AgencyLapid and Olmert attack Netanyahu
Opposition leader and former prime minister of the Zionist regime criticize Netanyahu’s policies.According to webangah News Agency, Yair Lapid, head of the opposition in the Zionist regime, stated: “All Israelis must ask themselves how their situation was before Netanyahu’s cabinet and what it is indeed like now.”
He added: “This is not a war of renaissance but the October 7 war. A year and a half ago, Israel was secure, with its borders peaceful and safe.”
Lapid emphasized: “The U.S. reached an agreement with the Houthis without Netanyahu’s knowledge. In Israel’s history, our relations with the U.S. government have never been in such a dire state. We now have 15 unnecessary ministries receiving wartime budgets.”
Simultaneously occurring, Ehud Olmert, former prime minister of the Zionist regime, told American radio network NPR: “Israel is committing war crimes in gaza. Ministers’ demands to impose starvation and destruction on Gaza’s population—which the prime minister did not oppose—constitute calls for war crimes. Escalating this war serves no military purpose or strategy.”
He further stated: “We are absolutely certain there is no achievable objective that justifies continuing or expanding this operation. It will not rescue hostages nor bring any benefit.”
News Sources: © webangah News Agency, Mehr News agencyHamas issues new statement on Gaza ceasefire agreement
Hamas announces latest developments regarding Gaza ceasefire agreement in statement.In a statement, Hamas emphasized its extensive efforts to halt the “brutal war” against the Gaza strip, revealing it recently reached an agreement with U.S.representative Steve Witkoff on a general framework. This framework aims to establish a permanent ceasefire, complete withdrawal of Zionist forces from Gaza, unimpeded humanitarian aid entry, and the immediate formation of a professional committee to oversee Gaza’s affairs post-agreement, according to webangah News Agency.
The statement noted the deal includes releasing 10 Zionist prisoners and handing over bodies of some deceased captives in exchange for freeing an agreed number of Palestinian detainees—guaranteed by mediators. The movement awaits final approval of this thorough agreement.
News Sources: © webangah News Agency, Mehr News Agency, Al-Maseera German Chancellor Says Ukraine Ready for Ceasefire and Talks
German Chancellor criticizes Russia, announces Ukraine’s readiness for ceasefire and technical negotiations with Moscow.According to webangah News Agency, German Chancellor friedrich Merz stated: “Russia has no right to drag everyone into war. Today we discussed efforts to establish a ceasefire in Ukraine.”
He added: “We rely on America’s support and its consistent stance for triumphant negotiations with Russia.”
The German Chancellor emphasized: ”We will continue pressuring Russia to weaken its war machine while supporting negotiations. Ukraine is ready for a ceasefire and technical talks with Russia.”
The Ukrainian President’s office confirmed that Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Berlin on Wednesday for talks with chancellor merz, as part of diplomatic efforts to end the Ukraine war.
News Sources: © webangah News Agency, Mehr News Agency, Al JazeeraAll flights at Sanaa Airport suspended indefinitely
Yemenia Airways suspends all flights from Sana’a International Airport indefinitely.According to webangah News Agency, Yemen’s national airline based in Sana’a announced a complete suspension of operations from the capital’s airport on Wednesday, citing a direct attack by Israeli forces on one of its passenger aircraft moments before boarding.
The Yemeni carrier stated: “We inform Yemenis and the international community that all flights from Sana’a Airport have been suspended indefinitely due to this timid terrorist act targeting a civilian aircraft.”
The suspension comes just 10 days after the airport resumed operations following previous Israeli attacks that had forced its closure. Israeli warplanes launched fresh airstrikes against the facility on Wednesday.
News Sources: © webangah News Agency, Mehr News Agency, anadolu