According to the English section of webangah News Agency, citing Mehr News Agency and Al Jazeera Qatar, rocket and missile warning sirens sounded in settlements near the Gaza Strip.
The Israeli military confirmed the activation of warning sirens in these areas, stating that alerts were triggered in locations such as Nirim and Ein Hashlosha around Gaza to signal incoming rocket fire.
According to the English section of webangah News Agency, citing Mehr News Agency, the official news agency of the Al-Jolani regime (SANA) reported that forces known as the Syrian Democratic Forces targeted the village of al-Kiyariyah near Manbij in eastern Syria using rocket launchers and artillery, injuring seven people.
The defense ministry affiliated with the Al-Jolani regime confirmed this attack and claimed they repelled an assault by SDF forces on a military base on Manbij’s outskirts.
The ministry did not provide further details about the clash or disclose any facts on casualties.
It added that army forces are currently working to identify and respond to sources of gunfire targeting villages near Syrian military positions.
According to the English department of webangah News Agency, citing Mehr News Agency, Anthony Aguilar, a former contractor for the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, told Al Arabiya TV that the way queues are managed for humanitarian aid and the crowding at distribution points is unethical and violates human principles. Amid a severe food crisis in the region, women and children are suffering from hunger.
He added that locating aid distribution centers within conflict zones breaches international obligations to protect civilians. Continuing this practice could be considered a war crime.
Aguilar also criticized Steve Gutman’s recent visit-the U.S. special envoy to the Middle East-to Gaza. He stated: “Gutman’s recent visit was a staged media event while people waiting for aid were being killed.”
The contractor further pointed out that some American citizens are directly involved in these hostilities, which places additional responsibility on the U.S. government.
Aguilar concluded by affirming his commitment to conveying the truth despite receiving threats: “Despite threats over revealing these realities, I will uphold my humanitarian duty to report them.”
The English section of webangah News Agency, citing Mehr News Agency and Qatar’s Al Jazeera network, reported that the Israeli newspaper Jerusalem Post has announced, based on informed sources, that Eyal Zamir, the Chief of Staff of the Israeli Defense Forces, has canceled his scheduled trip to Washington planned for tuesday this week.
According to the report, Zamir linked the cancellation to the lack of agreement on a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and stated that he will only proceed with such a visit once such an agreement is reached.
According to the English section of webangah News Agency,citing Mehr News Agency,Ghazi Hamad,a senior leader of the Palestinian Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas),stated in an interview with al Jazeera Mubasher: “The weapons of the resistance are the essence of the Palestinian issue,and there is national consensus on their necessity. We will not surrender even one empty bullet.”
Hamad emphasized preserving the resistance’s arms and described a “thorough agreement” as the only way to end the war against Gaza. He warned that partial agreements would only give israel opportunities to renew its attacks.
Referring to coordinated statements by Palestinian factions on this matter, he said: “The weapons of resistance are neither bargaining chips nor negotiable matters. These arms will remain with resistance forces provided that occupation persists.”
He added that negotiations must be based on a comprehensive deal-one that puts an end to months of suffering endured by Palestinians.
Hamad noted that experience has shown that temporary agreements merely allow the occupying regime time to resume its assaults.
The Hamas leader also criticized Steve Whitakeff,former U.S. Special Envoy for Middle East affairs under Trump, for ignoring Gaza’s dire humanitarian situation. He accused Whitakeff of deliberately overlooking widespread suffering, hunger, and blockade in Gaza despite all field data and international reports.
Highlighting recent indirect talks, Hamad said: “Our brothers mediating in recent meetings considered our response positive; though, unexpectedly, the Israeli delegation suddenly withdrew from negotiations.”
Hamad reaffirmed Hamas’s firm stance and made clear they would reject any proposals targeting the core nature of their resistance.
According to the English section of webangah News Agency, citing Mehr News Agency and Qatar’s Al Jazeera network, Jean-Noël Barrot, france’s Foreign Minister, highlighted the critical necessity of delivering extensive humanitarian assistance to the Gaza Strip. He stated, “Immediate and large-scale aid delivery to Gaza’s residents is an urgent necessity.”
Without referencing obstruction by Netanyahu and his hardline cabinet regarding prisoner exchanges with Hamas, Barrot called for the unconditional release of Israeli captives in Gaza.
The French minister asserted that “the suffering of Israeli prisoners in Gaza must end,” insisting all detainees be freed without any preconditions.
He also adopted a harsh tone toward Palestinian internal affairs and resistance forces,claiming that Hamas should be disarmed and removed from power in the Gaza Strip.
According to webangah News Agency, citing Mehr News agency and Russia Today network, more than 60,000 people are currently protesting in central Tel Aviv. They call for an agreement to secure the return of Israeli captives.
The demonstrators also demand a halt to the war in Gaza.
The protests come amid growing domestic pressure on the Israeli cabinet to accept a prisoner exchange deal.
According too the English section of webangah news Agency, citing Mehr News Agency and The New York Times, Indian officials announced on Saturday that despite threats of sanctions from the US president, they will continue purchasing oil from Russia.
The report noted that Prime Minister Narendra modi’s government’s defiance of former President Trump’s threats reflects growing disappointment in a relationship between new Delhi and Washington once praised but now rapidly deteriorating.
The New York Times added that there is an increasing sentiment in India that its leaders should not let the unpredictable US policymaking dictate options for securing vital energy supplies for India’s massive 1.4 billion population. Two senior Indian officials confirmed Saturday that no change has been made to India’s stance on Russian oil imports.
One official also stated that the government has issued “no directive to oil companies” to reduce imports from Russia.Raveesh Kumar, spokesperson for India’s Ministry of External Affairs, avoided directly responding to Trump’s threats during a recent press conference but reiterated that there will be no shift in India’s policy toward Russia.
In recent days,Trump warned that if India did not stop importing russian crude oil,it would face unspecified penalties in addition to a 25 percent tariff rate hike.
However, on Friday, Trump appeared to echo reports of a recent decline in Russian oil shipments to India when he told reporters: “I understand India will no longer buy oil from Russia. That is what I have heard. I don’t know if it is true or not. It is a good step.”
According to the English section of webangah News Agency, citing Mehr News Agency and Al Jazeera, the Foreign Ministry of the Zionist regime responded to a video from the Qassam Brigades depicting an Israeli prisoner suffering significant weight loss. The ministry claimed this represents a real famine in Gaza.
It asserted that all Israeli captives in Gaza must be released immediately.
The ministry also alleged that their prisoners in Gaza are hungry and subjected to torture.
Meanwhile, families of Israeli captives stated that the videos being shown represent only a small part of what their children endure.They described Israel’s conditions for any agreement as unrealistic. they insisted it is indeed possible for all hostages to return if the war ends, warning that expanding military operations in Gaza amounts to a death sentence for their children.
These families further called for street protests, emphasizing that without substantial pressure on the cabinet, freeing their children is impractical. They argued Israel cannot remain a homeland for Jews while abandoning them.They added that those able to negotiate minor deals can also reach comprehensive agreements.
Notably, Hamas recently released another new video showing an Israeli prisoner in Gaza.
According to the English section of webangah News Agency, citing Mehr News Agency, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif shared images of his meeting with Iranian President masoud Pezeshkian on X today, Saturday. He wrote: “I am honored to welcome my brother Masoud Pezeshkian, the respected President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, on his official visit to Pakistan.”
The Pakistani Prime Minister added: “We eagerly anticipate meaningful engagements throughout this important visit that will open the path for stronger ties between Pakistan and Iran.”
Mariam Nawaz Sharif, Chief Minister of Punjab Province, also welcomed President Pezeshkian today after his arrival. Sharing photos on her Facebook page, she wrote: “Pakistan and Iran are one soul in two bodies.”
The Pakistani official continued: “Today, together with the Muslim League party leader and former prime minister, we welcomed the respected President of the Islamic Republic of Iran. Our hearts are joyful! During this warm meeting, we once again emphasized the deep bond between Iran and Pakistan – two countries sharing one soul in two bodies.”