Category: Middle East

Israel has warned Hamas that it could intensify military operations in Gaza if kites, drones and balloons continue to be launched toward Israeli territory. The warning came on Sunday after Israeli authorities reported a recent increase in the launches. Hamas denied responsibility and said children in Gaza were flying the kites. Israeli media reported that… Continue reading Israel Hamas Warning: Action Threat Over Gaza Kites

Saudi Arabia deported 13,724 illegal residents during a weeklong enforcement campaign, as authorities stepped up action against residency, border security and labor law violations across the Kingdom. The Ministry of Interior said security forces detained 14,260 violators between August 13 and 19 during joint inspections conducted with relevant government authorities. Key Figures From the Weeklong… Continue reading Saudi Arabia Deports 13,724 Residents in Crackdown

Iran has allowed a number of Iraqi oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz after repeated requests from Baghdad, according to Iran’s state news agency IRNA. The decision followed several requests from Iraqi officials through diplomatic channels. IRNA reported that the issue was one of Baghdad’s main requests during Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad… Continue reading Iraqi Oil Tankers Allowed Through Hormuz by Iran

Turkey and Israel have exchanged sharp accusations after Ankara sought an international arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the interception of a Gaza-bound aid flotilla. Turkey’s Justice Minister Akin Gurlek said authorities had asked the interior ministry to seek an Interpol red notice for Netanyahu and Israeli national Afek Moskovitch. The request… Continue reading Erdogan Netanyahu Tensions Over Turkey Arrest Warrant

Turkey says it will seek an Interpol red notice for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over a criminal case linked to an aid flotilla heading toward Gaza. Turkish Justice Minister Akin Gurlek announced the move on Friday. He said Turkish authorities had issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and another suspect. The case involves 35 people… Continue reading Turkey Netanyahu Interpol Move Over Gaza Flotilla Case

Türkiye has condemned Colombia’s decision to support Israeli claims over the occupied Syrian Golan Heights, calling the position unacceptable. The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Colombia’s statement appeared to legitimize Israel’s occupation of the territory. Ankara reaffirmed that it considers the Golan Heights an integral part of Syria. Türkiye Reaffirms Golan Heights Position The… Continue reading Türkiye Condemns Colombia Over Golan Heights

The US-Iran interim deal has stalled after Tehran said Washington must return to the agreement and establish a clear timeline for fulfilling its commitments. A senior Iranian source told Reuters on Wednesday that mediators are discussing a possible US return to the arrangement. However, the source said the talks have made no progress. The comments… Continue reading US-Iran Interim Deal Stalls as Tehran Demands U.S. Return

Oman Oil Spill Spreads Near Protected Hallaniyat Islands An Oman oil spill from a grounded tanker has spread across nearly 390 square kilometres of sea near the Hallaniyat Islands, raising concerns about damage to one of the country’s protected marine areas. Oman’s Environment Authority confirmed the size of the oil slick on Monday. Authorities are… Continue reading Oman Oil Spill Covers 390 Square Kilometres Near Nature Reserve

Kuwait school regulations are set for a major update as the Ministry of Education reviews proposed rules for government schools. The framework covers staff appearance, student uniforms, behavior, academic integrity and professional responsibilities. The ministry has circulated the preliminary regulations among education-sector employees and is collecting feedback before deciding whether to implement them formally. The… Continue reading Kuwait Plans New School Rules