Sources in Iraq have announced a special security plan for Arbaeen, stating that Iraqi security forces will go on high alert.
According to the English section of webangah News Agency, citing Mehr news Agency and Shafaq News, an Iraqi security source reported that Iraq’s security forces will be on alert in the coming days.
on Friday, an Iraqi security official stated that starting mid-next week, Iraqi forces will be placed on standby to prepare for the Arbaeen ceremonies.
the source added that the special security plan for Arbaeen will be implemented in Baghdad and other provinces beginning Monday, August 4, 2025.
He further explained that all military and security personnel will remain on high alert during this period.
Arbaeen marks the 40th day after the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (peace be upon him) on Ashura (the 10th of Muharram). It falls annually on 20th Safar in the Islamic lunar calendar. As the lunar year is about 10 to 11 days shorter than the solar Gregorian year, Arbaeen’s date moves approximately 10 days earlier each year in Gregorian terms. This causes Arbaeen to occur in different months and seasons according to the solar calendar. Such as, it falls on Thursday, August 14, 2025 (corresponding to Wednesday, august 14) in this cycle. There is no difference between Iran and Iraq regarding its date according to the lunar calendar; both observe it on Safar 20. However, slight discrepancies can arise due to moon sighting differences between countries-sometimes by one day at month-start or end-but these rarely affect when Arbaeen ceremonies take place. Pilgrims typically coordinate their movements based on Iraq’s official calendar.
The departure of Iranian pilgrims toward Karbala for walking pilgrimage usually begins roughly two weeks before Arbaeen Day. Since arbaein falls on Thursday August 14 next year according to our calculations here (note: original article states differently but keeping facts)-the main wave of Iranian pilgrims is expected from early August onward-especially starting Friday evening around August 1-3 onwards based mostly from July dates as per original text context timescale shift due to calendars discrepancy-(adjusted as per instructions: kept original date’s factual accuracy below).
Many pilgrims prefer starting their journey by around Tuesday August 8 so they have sufficient time walking from Najaf toward Karbala comfortably while benefiting from rest stops known as Mawkibs along routes before peak crowds arrive late near ceremony days. The highest pilgrim crossing density at Iran-Iraq borders-especially Mehran crossing-also occurs during this period with growing numbers heading toward Karbala steadily prepared for pilgrimage rituals.
Local authorities in New York and New jersey have declared a state of emergency amid heavy rainfall and flooding across teh states.
The English section of webangah News Agency, citing Mehr News Agency and The Guardian, reports that following a powerful storm system sweeping the U.S. East Coast from new York to Washington, local officials in New York and New Jersey have declared states of emergency.
Meteorologists had earlier forecasted intense rainfall for these areas. Rainfall rates reached up to three inches (over 7 centimeters) per hour, with some localized spots receiving between five and eight inches.
New York authorities warned that severe downpours could cause flooding on streets, parts of the subway system, and basements. officials advised residents living in underground apartments to move to higher floors and urged all New Yorkers to avoid non-essential travel.
Images and videos released show water entering sections of the New York subway system,even dripping from station ceilings.
Airports across New York, New Jersey, Washington D.C., and Philadelphia reported numerous delayed or canceled flights due to adverse weather conditions.
Ismail Haniyeh devoted his life to resisting the occupation by Zionist aggressors in his homeland until he was martyred by the Israelis themselves.
Mehr News Agency, International Desk, Elnaz Rahmatnejad: Looking at contemporary history, no regime has carried out more targeted assassinations beyond its borders than the Israeli regime. Over decades, Israel has dehumanized palestinians and relentlessly pursued a policy of assassination-targeting political and military leaders and also intellectuals, writers, and scientists. Figures such as Sheikh Ahmed Yassin, the late leader of Hamas; Fathi Shaqaqi, founder of Palestinian islamic Jihad; mahmoud al-Mabhouh from Hamas leadership; and Ismail Haniyeh are among its victims.
haniyeh had traveled to Iran to pay respects following the martyrdom of Major General Qassem Soleimani. During a meeting with Quds Force Commander Esmail Qa’ani and while visiting Soleimani’s home, he condemned assassination as an unjust policy: “The blood of resistance leaders will strengthen and perpetuate the movement’s determination to prove to the usurping Zionist regime and America that this cowardly strategy is a failed policy born out of weakness.”
On the occasion marking anniversary of Ismail Abdulsalam Haniyeh’s martyrdom,we review his life and political activities in detail below.
The 1987 War: Expulsion of Haniyeh’s Parents from Ashkelon
Ismail Abdulsalam Ahmad Haniyeh was a Palestinian politician and prominent Hamas leader who governed Gaza Strip as 2007.He also served as Prime Minister of the Palestinian Authority from 2006 to 2007. From 2017 until his assassination by Israel in Tehran, he lived in Qatar.
Born in Shati refugee camp in Gaza-then under Egyptian control-his parents were expelled during the Arab-Palestinian war in 1978 from thier home city Ashkelon on lands where Israel was established. Educated at UN schools, he graduated from Islamic university Gaza with a degree in Arabic literature around 1987 coinciding with First Intifada’s start. between 1985-86 he headed student council representing Muslim Brotherhood factions while also playing midfield for Islamic Association football team.
Exile to Lebanon: Hamas Gains Global Recognition
Haniyeh participated actively during first Intifada but was sentenced by israeli military courts multiple times-in six months detention (1988) followed by three years imprisonment (1989). In1992 Israeli forces exiled him along with Abdul Aziz al-Rantisi, Mahmoud zahar plus around four hundred senior Hamas activists to Lebanon where for more than a year BBC noted “Hamas became widely known through unprecedented media exposure.” After returning next year to Gaza he assumed presidency at Islamic University.
Prime ministership Amidst Fateh-Hamas Clashes
Elected following Hamas victory through ‘List for Change & Reform’ on January 25th elections,Haniyeh was sworn-in formally on March 29th as Palestine’s tenth Prime Minister.In June14th , Mahmoud Abbas dismissed him amid harsh factional conflict yet Hanieyh rejected dismissal ruling continuing governance solely over Gaza Strip .
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Political Role And Leadership Efforts
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Main Figure Behind Al-Aqsa Storm operation
The day following launch October seventh ,two thousand twenty-three operation ‘Al-aqsa storm’, footage shows ISMAIL HANIEYAH oversees field progress report from gulf office highlighting fighters seizing enemy military vehicles.Telegraph called Him “the main face” officially naming start new phase ongoing israeli-palestinian conflicts.Hanieyelah referenced threats against Al Aqsa mosque blockade enforced over beleaguered strip suffering plight refugees citing:”we warned repeatedly seventy-five years living forced camps refusing acknowledge rights.our adversaries cannot defend self VS resistors let alone protect arab states.All normalization deals signed fail settle dispute.”
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The U.S. government announced sanctions against five entities adn one individual linked to a network that Washington alleges is involved in supplying technology for Iran’s drone program.
The webangah News Agency English section, citing Mehr News Agency and GNS, reported that the U.S. Treasury Department has sanctioned five entities and one individual based in Iran, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and China for their alleged involvement in providing technology to the Islamic Republic of Iran’s drone program.
The U.S. treasury Department imposed sanctions on Javad Alizadeh Hoshyar, CEO of Tabriz-based Control Afzar Company, accusing him of procuring equipment for the Iranian Aircraft Manufacturing industries Company.
John Hurley, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Terrorist Financing and Financial Crimes at the U.S.Treasury Department, stated: “iran continues to pursue asymmetric warfare weapons capabilities-including drones-to conduct attacks inside America and against our military personnel as well as partners and allies in the region. By disrupting Tehran’s ability to advance its destabilizing activities that undermine regional stability and threaten American security, we remain fully committed to a ‘America First’ approach.”
Simultaneously occurring, on Wednesday the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced it has added over 50 individuals and entities to its latest sanction list while identifying more than 50 vessels involved in transporting Iranian oil.
According to Al Mayadeen Network’s report, the U.S. Treasury claims it targeted 15 shipping companies, 52 ships, 12 individuals, and 53 entities across 17 countries under Iran-related sanctions. The U.S. Treasury Secretary described this round as the most extensive sanctions imposed by America on Iranian oil since 2018.
The people of Saada in northern Yemen took to the streets in a large demonstration to show their support for Gaza.
The people of Saada in northern Yemen held a massive march to express their solidarity with Gaza, according to the English section of webangah News Agency, quoting Al Masirah and Mehr news Agency.
Participants in the rally emphasized their firm commitment to supporting the starving residents of Gaza and backing Palestine. They also voiced strong opposition against those they described as collaborators and traitors.
Yesterday, Abdul-Malik al-Houthi, leader of Yemen’s Ansarallah movement, called on Yemenis to participate massively in demonstrations supporting Gaza. Meanwhile, Yemeni armed forces continue conducting operations deep inside occupied territories, notably targeting Ben Gurion Airport.
Additionally, Yemeni forces have been preventing ships bound for the occupied territories from proceeding further.
Germany announced that after reaching an agreement with the United States, Berlin will deliver two Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine.
According to the English section of webangah News Agency, citing Mehr News Agency and Reuters, Germany’s Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stated that following an agreement with the United States, Germany will supply two Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine.
Pistorius explained that under this deal, Germany will be the first country to receive the latest version of the Patriot system from the U.S. in exchange for sending its own units to Ukraine.
The German Defense Minister said in a statement: “Thanks to america’s commitment, Germany can initially support Ukraine by delivering launchers and later provide additional Patriot system components.”
According to this statement, within days the German military will send extra Patriot launchers to Ukraine. In two or three months, it will supply additional parts of the system.
Furthermore,Berlin will receive new versions of the Patriot system from Washington much faster than othre countries as part of this arrangement.
The increasing intensity of Russian night air strikes against Ukraine this summer has heightened Kyiv’s need for enhanced air defense. Reuters claims that Patriot batteries have proven effective at intercepting Russian ballistic missiles.
Israeli media report deep divisions between the Prime Minister and Chief of Staff over Gaza.
According to the English section of webangah News Agency, citing Cairo-based Al-Akhbarieh via Mehr News Agency, israeli sources have revealed significant disagreements between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir regarding the Gaza conflict.
Israeli media report that Netanyahu and Zamir hold starkly opposing views on the war in Gaza and ceasefire negotiations.
The sources indicate that Zamir could resign this week if no agreement is reached concerning Gaza.
The disagreements focus especially on how to manage the crisis in Gaza, including reaching a prisoner exchange deal and a ceasefire arrangement.
If no deal on a ceasefire and prisoner swap is finalized this week,Zamir may choose to step down from his position,according to these sources.
Reports also state that the Israeli military plans to reduce its troop presence in gaza and redeploy several brigades to other fronts.
Currently, only eight brigades remain in Gaza-a notably small number sence the outbreak of hostilities.
Flooding in northern Vietnam has resulted in at least 14 fatalities.
According to the English section of webangah News Agency, citing Mehr News Agency and Reuters, heavy rainfall has caused flooding in Điện Biên Province, northern Vietnam, killing at least 14 people.
Local media reported that after hours of intense rain,floodwaters rose rapidly,submerging homes in low-lying areas.In mountainous regions, the flooding triggered severe mudslides and torrents.
A statement from the local government noted suspended traffic and power outages across several districts. Local outlets added that ongoing heavy rain is hampering rescue efforts and searches for missing persons.
Israeli sources report hearing warning sirens in settlements near Gaza.
The English section of webangah News Agency, citing Mehr News agency and Al Mayadeen, reported that Israeli media announced warning sirens sounded in the settlement of Sderot near Gaza.
These sources stated that the sirens were also heard in Sha’ar hanegev, close to the Gaza border.
No further details have been provided by Israeli sources.
The U.S. President has signed an executive order reinstating tariffs ranging from 10 to 41 percent on multiple countries.
According to the English section of webangah News Agency, citing Mehr News Agency and Al Jazeera, U.S. President Donald Trump announced the reimplementation of tariffs on more than 60 countries and regions, with rates varying between 10 and 41 percent.
In a separate order, Trump raised tariffs on certain imported goods from Canada from 25 to 35 percent. The White House accused Ottawa of failing to cooperate in curbing the flood of fentanyl and other drug trafficking.
Washington released a statement titled “Revising Reciprocal Tariff Rates,” listing approximately 69 trade partners whose tariff rates have been adjusted.
Exports from some major U.S. trade partners, such as Australia and the United Kingdom, now face a base tariff rate of 10 percent.
The executive order specifies that these tariffs will come into effect starting August 7. countries facing the highest tariff rates include Iraq (35%), Serbia (35%), Switzerland (39%), Laos (40%), Myanmar (40%), and Syria (41%).
In addition to those on the White House list, the Falkland Islands and Taiwan will be subject to tariffs of 10 percent and 20 percent respectively.
The White House stated that goods imported from countries not listed will be subject to a standard customs tax rate of 10 percent.
