برچسب: West Asia

  • Three African nations issue joint statement on Libya developments

    Three African nations issue joint statement on Libya developments

    Egypt,​ Tunisia, adn Algeria emphasized teh urgent need for a ⁣consensus-based solution to the Libyan crisis in a joint statement issued after today’s meeting in cairo.

    According to webangah News Agency, Egypt, Tunisia, and Algeria stressed the necessity‌ of accelerating efforts to resolve Libya’s crisis ‍through mutual agreement in a‌ joint⁣ declaration following their meeting in Cairo.

    The statement noted: “Given Libya’s risky developments and the current security situation in Tripoli, the ministers of these three nations urge all Libyan factions to exercise⁤ maximum restraint⁤ and instantly cease hostilities.”

    The ministers emphasized preserving the interests of Libya’s people,⁢ safeguarding national resources,⁢ and achieving consensus among all Libyan parties under UN supervision-with support from neighboring countries-to end division. They called⁣ for advancing Libya’s political process toward unified institutions ​while concurrently holding parliamentary and presidential elections.

    The foreign ministers‌ underscored the critical need for faster resolution of Libya’s crisis to prevent further deterioration, including escalating violence, terrorism expansion, or prolonged conflict. They affirmed: “Libya’s security is inseparable from that of neighboring ‍states. Any political ⁣solution must be ⁤Libyan-led, reflect national consensus across all segments of society under UN auspices while prioritizing Libyans’ interests without exception.”

    The ⁢officials also ⁣rejected foreign interference exacerbating internal tensions or prolonging instability. They demanded withdrawal timelines for foreign forces/militias alongside reunification of military/security institutions-fully aligned with ongoing UN frameworks.

    The⁤ ministers agreed to continue ​trilateral coordination with the UN on assessing Libya’s situation while discussing future political⁤ prospects ⁢and regional‍ cooperation pathways toward security/stability progress.

    A follow-up ministerial meeting will convene before year-end-first in Algiers then Tunis.

    News Sources: © webangah News Agency, Mehr News Agency
  • Arab Parliament Urges UN Security Council to Take Immediate Action Against Tel Aviv

    Arab Parliament Urges UN Security Council to Take Immediate Action Against Tel Aviv

    The Arab Parliament strongly condemned the Israeli regime’s efforts⁣ to expand settlements in the West Bank in⁣ a formal statement.

    According to webangah News Agency, the Arab parliament on Friday vehemently denounced the Israeli​ regime’s approval of 22 new Zionist settlements in the West Bank.

    The parliament’s statement declared: “Tel Aviv’s recent move is a ⁤dangerous escalation within Israel’s opposed policies to entrench its occupation,‍ eliminate all peace opportunities, and undermine the two-state solution.”

    The Arab Parliament urged the international community-particularly the UN Security Council-to fulfill its legal and humanitarian obligations by intervening against these repeated violations. It demanded immediate action⁢ to ​halt this unprecedented expansion and prosecute Tel Aviv officials for violating Geneva conventions.

    The regional body also called on nations that have⁢ not yet recognized Palestine to do ‍so immediately ​as an act of solidarity.

    News Sources: © webangah News Agency, Mehr News Agency, Russia ⁣Al-Youm
  • Israeli Spy Network Uncovered in Southern Lebanon

    Israeli Spy Network Uncovered in Southern Lebanon

    Lebanese Army announces ‌finding and ‍destruction of Israeli spy system in southern Lebanon.

    The Lebanese Army ​has identified ⁢and dismantled an⁤ israeli espionage system in the Bir ‌Shaeb area of southern Lebanon, according to a ‌Friday‌ statement reported by ​ webangah News Agency.

    The military ‍confirmed it also cleared 13 earth barriers established by Israeli forces within the‍ Blida-Marjayoun region of southern ‍Lebanon.

    This marks the ​second spy ⁤system‍ uncovered by Lebanese forces in the⁣ south. On Tuesday,another Israeli surveillance device was discovered and destroyed in the same⁣ area.

    Israel has previously⁤ deployed‍ various espionage systems ‍across ‍southern Lebanon, including‌ devices⁣ embedded in rocks,⁤ to gather ⁣intelligence on Lebanese fighters.

    news⁢ sources:⁤ © webangah News agency, ​Mehr News Agency, Spuntik
  • Why did Tel Aviv deny the high-ranking Arab delegation permission to meet Mahmoud Abbas

    Why did Tel Aviv deny the high-ranking Arab delegation permission to meet Mahmoud Abbas

    An Arab delegation’s visit to ⁣Ramallah for talks with the head of the Palestinian ⁤Authority was postponed after the Zionist regime opposed ‍their entry through the airspace of ⁣the occupied West Bank, ⁣according ‌to sources.

    webangah News Agency reports‍ that ⁢an Arab delegation’s trip to Ramallah was​ delayed due to ⁢obstruction ‍by the ​Zionist⁢ regime, which​ refused to grant them access through the airspace‍ of the occupied West Bank under Tel Aviv’s control. ‍The news‍ was‍ first reported by Jordan’s Al-Mamlaka TV.

    Members of⁢ the delegation issued‌ a joint statement condemning Israel’s prevention of ⁣their travel to Ramallah for meetings with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud⁢ Abbas and ⁣other officials. They called it‍ a blatant violation of Israel’s obligations as⁤ an ⁢occupying force, reflecting its disregard for international law and‍ continuation of illegal policies against ⁢Palestinians. They‌ also accused Israel of undermining efforts toward⁣ a‌ just and comprehensive peace.

    The​ delegation included⁢ Saudi foreign Minister Faisal ⁤bin Farhan, Bahraini Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin‌ Rashid Al Zayani, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty, Jordanian⁤ Foreign Minister⁢ Ayman​ Safadi, and Arab‍ League⁢ Secretary-General ‍Ahmed Aboul Gheit.

    A source at palestine’s embassy in‍ Riyadh had previously stated on⁢ Friday ​that Saudi ⁢Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan would visit the West Bank-marking the‌ first such trip by a ​senior Saudi official since 1967.

    According to AFP,‍ citing Palestinian sources, a ministerial delegation led ​by Saudi Arabia’s foreign minister was scheduled‍ to travel​ to Ramallah ⁣next⁤ Sunday as‍ part of coordination with France ahead of​ an international conference in ⁤New ⁢York aimed at⁣ reviving the two-state solution.

    News Sources: © webangah News⁤ Agency,Mehr ⁢News Agency
  • Hamas fighters clash at point-blank range with Israeli forces in Beit Lahia

    Hamas fighters clash at point-blank range with Israeli forces in Beit Lahia

    Hamas’ Qassam Brigades announces fighters engaged ​Israeli forces ‌at point-blank range ​in northern Gaza.

    The Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas, reported a new operation against occupying forces in Gaza, according to webangah News Agency.

    Qassam stated it’s fighters ambushed Israeli soldiers ‌in a⁣ fierce confrontation, killing and ‌wounding several troops. The armed clash occurred ⁢in Beit Lahia, northwest Gaza, on December ⁢27.

    The statement detailed: “Our mujahideen engaged the occupation forces at zero distance with light weapons, inflicting ⁣fatal blows during the ‍ambush.”

    Earlier today, Saraya al-Quds (the military wing ‍of Palestinian Islamic Jihad) announced ‍shelling ​an advancing Israeli military convoy southeast of Khan Younis. Yesterday, their fighters reportedly ⁣trapped and attacked ten Israeli⁤ soldiers inside ​a Khan Younis residence.

    Saraya al-Quds also claimed to have​ monitored an enemy helicopter landing‌ in Khan Younis to evacuate casualties.

    Since the war began on October 7, 2023​ -​ when Palestinian resistance factions launched‍ the unprecedented Al-Aqsa Storm operation – Israel’s military has sustained severe⁢ tactical and strategic losses with ‍profound psychological impacts on its ‌forces.

    News Sources: © webangah News ⁢Agency
  • Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan arrives in Damascus

    Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan arrives in Damascus

    Saudi Foreign Minister Arrives in Damascus, Syria

    Saudi Foreign Minister ‌ Faisal bin Farhan ‍ has arrived⁢ in⁢ Damascus ‌at the head of an economic delegation, according to a report by the English section of webangah News Agency, citing Al Arabiya.

    The minister is expected⁣ to discuss ways to ⁤support Syria’s economy during meetings with Syrian officials.

    The⁣ high-ranking ‌Saudi ⁢delegation will also hold talks‌ with their⁢ Syrian counterparts⁣ on economic cooperation.

    This marks the first visit ⁢by a ​top-level Saudi delegation to Syria since sanctions on the country were lifted.

    the ‍trip⁤ aligns with⁣ Saudi Arabia’s efforts to promote stability ⁣in Syria, normalize its economy, expand investments, and‍ boost bilateral trade volume.

    Saudi Crown Prince ​ Mohammed​ bin Salman‘s diplomatic efforts during former U.S. President Donald Trump’s visit‌ to Riyadh⁤ contributed to the​ removal of sanctions against syria.

    The Saudi foreign minister previously visited Damascus in⁣ late January this⁣ year.

    News Sources: © webangah News Agency, Mehr News Agency, Al Arabiya
  • Saraya al-Quds mortar attack targets Zionist forces in Gaza

    Saraya al-Quds mortar attack targets Zionist forces in Gaza

    Fighters from the Al-Quds Brigades,‌ affiliated with Palestinian Islamic Jihad, shelled positions⁢ of⁢ Israeli regime forces.

    The ‌Al-Quds ‍Brigades, the military wing of Palestinian Islamic Jihad, announced a new operation ⁤against Zionist forces⁣ in Gaza, according to webangah News⁣ Agency.

    the brigades ⁣stated: “Our fighters targeted a ​gathering⁣ centre⁤ of occupation soldiers⁢ and their⁣ vehicles⁤ advancing southeast of Khan Younis with mortar fire.”

    In a statement yesterday,the al-Quds Brigades reported: ‌”Our fighters ambushed a ⁤group of 10 Zionist ⁣soldiers in a house in Khan Younis,killing several and ⁢wounding⁢ others.”

    The statement added: “Our fighters monitored an enemy helicopter landing in Khan Younis to evacuate dead and wounded personnel.”

    Since‍ the ​Gaza conflict began on​ October 7, 2023 – marked by ​Hamas’s unprecedented “Al-Aqsa Storm” operation‍ – the Israeli⁤ military has sustained ⁢heavy battlefield losses ⁣with significant strategic and psychological consequences.

    News sources: © webangah News Agency,mehr ⁢News Agency
  • Saudi FM Prince Faisal bin Farhan heads to West Bank

    Saudi FM Prince Faisal bin Farhan heads to West Bank

    Saudi Foreign Minister to visit West Bank,⁢ sources confirm.

    A Saudi source confirmed ⁤that Foreign Minister prince Faisal bin Farhan will travel to the West Bank on sunday, according to a report by webangah News Agency.

    The Saudi official told CNN⁣ that Bin Farhan is scheduled to meet with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas during his visit. This marks ⁢the first‍ trip by a Saudi foreign minister to the region since 1967, as previously stated‌ by a Palestinian Embassy source in Riyadh on friday.

    The ⁣visit falls under the framework⁤ of a ministerial committee formed during the Arab-Islamic summit in Riyadh,focusing on developments related to Israel’s war on Gaza. Additionally, Agence France-Presse reported that⁢ the‌ Saudi-led delegation will‌ coordinate with France ahead of an international conference in New York aimed at reviving the two-state⁣ solution.

    Israeli media outlets Walla and The‍ Times of Israel ⁢cited unnamed sources ‌claiming Tel Aviv ​would attempt to block the trip as part of its efforts ⁤to counter ⁤internationally backed two-state solution initiatives.

    News Sources: © webangah News‍ Agency, Mehr⁢ News Agency, Russia Al-Yaum,⁣ CNN,​ Agence France-Presse, Walla,⁢ the ​Times of Israel
  • First high-level Saudi delegation visits Damascus after lifting of Syria sanctions

    First high-level Saudi delegation visits Damascus after lifting of Syria sanctions

    Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan will visit Damascus today, Saturday, leading a high-ranking⁣ economic delegation on an official trip.

    According to webangah ⁤News ‌Agency,‍ Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan will arrive in Damascus today, Saturday, heading a high-level ⁤economic⁤ delegation for an official visit.

    This marks‌ the first high-profile Saudi​ delegation to Syria since the lifting of sanctions against the country.

    the visit aligns with Saudi ​Arabia’s support for⁣ Syria’s stability and economic recovery,⁣ aiming to expand investments and boost bilateral trade‍ volume between the ⁤two nations.

    Saudi authorities seek to demonstrate tangible support for Syria’s economy through concrete measures during​ this trip.

    The sanctions on Syria were lifted following diplomatic ⁣efforts by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed‍ bin Salman during former U.S. President Donald Trump’s ⁢visit to Riyadh.

    This⁢ is Foreign Minister bin Farhan’s second Damascus visit after his late January trip earlier this year.

    News Sources: © webangah News Agency, Mehr ​News Agency, Al-Khaleej Online
  • Latest toll of martyrs and wounded in Israeli regime army attacks on Gaza Strip

    Latest toll of martyrs and wounded in Israeli regime army attacks on Gaza Strip

    Gaza’s Health Ministry reports death toll from Israeli regime’s attacks ‌rises to 54,381.

    The Palestinian Health Ministry in Gaza has released updated casualty figures⁢ from ​the Israeli military’s ongoing offensive in the territory since October 7, 2023,​ according ‍to a report by webangah News Agency.

    The ministry stated that​ 54,381 palestinians have been killed in Gaza since the attacks began on October 7 last‍ year. ⁢The total number of wounded has reached 124,054 people, according to the medical authority.

    In just the past‌ 24 hours, hospitals received ‌ 60​ more bodies of⁢ victims, while 284 additional people sustained injuries.Since March 18 alone – during renewed attacks on Gaza – casualties include 4,117 dead and 12,013 wounded, officials reported.

    The ministry further noted that thousands⁢ remain missing or buried under rubble throughout​ Gaza.

    News Sources: © webangah News Agency, mehr News Agency