(2024-08-25). India: UN Human Rights Committee calls for protection of human rights defenders and reform of counter-terrorism laws. fidh.org Front Line Defenders (FLD) together with the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, welcome the findings of the United Nations (UN) Human Rights Committee following its review of India's situation of civil and political rights. FLD and the Observatory urge the government to take immediate steps to address the serious concerns expressed by the (…) | – |
(2024-08-25). Netflix 'The Goat Life' movie causes controversy, angers Saudis. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The Indian movie "The Goat Life" has gained mixed reactions from social media users, especially Gulf users, who decried the way, the film presented the sponsorship system in Saudi Arabia.Although the director clarified in a note that: "The film does not intend to offend any country or people," many had a different opinion, as they considered it to be very "offensive" against Saudi Arabia and the Gulf states, as well as "racist" towards Arabs.A person commented on social media: "Unfortunately, the film is made as propaganda for the extremist Hindus inside India…
(2024-08-25). Video: Indian man worships alien, builds temple believing It can save earth. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A guy from Tamil Nadu, India, built a strange temple and inside was a statue that looked like an alien. He did this because he thought that aliens were the ones who might save Earth.In a video that has gone viral on social media, an Indian man is seen conducting religious rites inside a temple. He is adamant that aliens are the only ones who can save Earth from the problems it suffers.Fascinatingly, the temple has started drawing new devotees who, like the guy, are persuaded by his peculiar notion to worship the extraterrestrial being.According to local media, the individual fervently thinks that worsh…
(2024-08-25). Hezbollah's Huge 'Iran Next' Hint After Mega 300-Rocket Attack On Israel? | Lebanon | Haniyeh | Gaza. hindustantimes.com The Lebanon-based militant group Hezbollah launched hundreds of rockets and drones towards Israel on August 25. In a statement, Hezbollah said it targeted 11 Israeli military bases. It also said the rocket barrage had completed "the first phase" of its response to the assassination of its top commander, Fuad Shukr, in Beirut on July 30. Hezbollah said a full response would take "some time."
(2024-08-25). On Camera: Hamas Fools Israeli Troops, Lures Them Into Trap, Then… | Attack As IDF Confirms 4 Deaths. hindustantimes.com Hamas' armed wing al Qassam Brigades launched a massive attack on Israeli soldiers on August 24 in Tel Sultan neighborhood west of Rafah in south Gaza. In a video released by Hamas, nearly a dozen Israeli soldiers were seen entering a destroyed building just a few meters away from militants' hideout. Watch this video to know what happened next.
(2024-08-25). Amid Kursk Invasion, Putin's Peace Gesture? Russia, Ukraine Exchange 115 Prisoners | Watch. hindustantimes.com Ukraine and Russia swapped 114 prisoners of war from each side on August 24. This is the first such prisoner swap amid the Ukrainian offensive in the Russian region of Kursk. The latest prisoner deal was brokered by the United Arab Emirates. The Russian soldiers were captured in Kursk while the Ukrainian troops were captured in the beginning of Putin's invasion in 2022.
(2024-08-25). Putin 'Fear'? Ukraine Ends Up Losing 100s Of Soldiers In Kursk – Desperate Bid Amid Russia Threat. hindustantimes.com Russian forces launched massive attacks on Ukrainian troops in the Kursk region on August 23. According to the Russian Defence Ministry's statement, Ukraine lost up to 400 troops and 17 armoured vehicles, including one tank, two armoured personnel carriers, 14 armoured fighting vehicles, two artillery guns, one MLRS launcher, two mortars, and 10 motor vehicles, in the past 24 hours. Watch this video for the latest updates on the Kursk battlefield.
(2024-08-25). Hezbollah Attack: Israel Army Can't Handle, Sends SOS To USA? Defence Minister Calls Biden Aide. hindustantimes.com US President Joe Biden is closely monitoring the situation after Iran-backed Hezbollah fired over 300 rockets and missiles towards Israel and IDF conducted preemptive strikes on Lebanon. The White House said "Biden has been engaged with his national security team throughout the evening, and senior US officials have been communicating continuously with their Israeli counterparts." Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant also briefed his US counterpart Lloyd Austin after IDF conducted precise strikes in Lebanon in order to thwart an imminent threat.
(2024-08-25). Entry Of Foreign Troops In Hezbollah Vs Israel War? Big Statement By Int'l Force In Lebanon | Iran. hindustantimes.com
(2024-08-25). On Cam: Scared Israelis Reveal No Trust In Army Amid Hezbollah Attacks, Iran Threat; Resort To This… hindustantimes.com Amid Hezbollah rockets and drones barrage and increasing tensions with Iran, Israeli citizens build bomb shelters at their homes. Israeli nationals said, "We worry more now because Hezbollah can reach us with their missiles and Iran is also causing troubles, so we're afraid of being targeted by them as well." The Israeli military also admitted the threat. A head of engineering at the Israeli civil defence force said the "threat level is currently very high as other countries have threatened us with ballistic missiles."
(2024-08-25). Twist In Hezbollah Attack: Hours Earlier, Iran IRGC Chief Predicted 'Good News'; Haniyeh Revenge On. hindustantimes.com Hours before Hezbollah fired 'over 300 rockets, drones', the Iranian military made a big claim. Major General Salami, chief of Iran's elite IRGC force on August 24 night said, 'You'll hear good news about revenge'. The following morning, Hezbollah launched a massive rocket blitz on Israel. Meanwhile, Iran-backed Islamic Resistance in Iraq also launched a fresh drone strike towards the Israeli port city of Haifa on August 25. The militant group said a drone was fired towards a 'vital target' of Israel in the southern city. om/hindustantimes…
(2024-08-25). Israel Reveals Thousands Would've Been Killed In Hezbollah's 300-Rocket Attack If… | Press Briefing. hindustantimes.com In a recent press briefing, Israeli government spokesperson David Mencer disclosed that Israel's advanced defense systems were crucial in preventing a massive loss of life during Hezbollah's recent 300-rocket attack. Mencer revealed that thousands of lives were at risk, and without the interception capabilities of Israel's defense technology, the outcome could have been catastrophic. Watch the full briefing for details.
(2024-08-25). Hezbollah Attack: Panic At Israel Colleges, Big Cancellation Orders; Education Damage After Economy. hindustantimes.com As the Gaza war continues to strain Israel's economy, the education system is now facing significant challenges. Israeli universities canceled exams and classes amid a massive Hezbollah attack. Tel Aviv University canceled exams but maintained routine services, while the Technion and University of Haifa suspended all activities due to security concerns. Watch for more.
(2024-08-25). Hezbollah Attack Begins, Iran Next? Israel In Panic, Shuts Biggest Airport | Haniyeh | Lebanon | IDF. hindustantimes.com Israel has suspended operations from Ben Gurion International Airport amid fears of Iran's aerial attack to avenge Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh's assassination. The Israel Airports Authority announced, due to the security situation, no takeoff in the next few hours, and incoming flights are being redirected to other airports in the area.
(2024-08-25). After NATO Nation Joins Hands With Russia, Israel Army Attacks Putin's Ally: Ordered By Panicky USA. hindustantimes.com Israeli defence forces reportedly carried out massive airstrikes on Syria on August 23, a day after Turkey and Russia resumed joint patrols in the north-eastern part of the country. According to the Times of Israel report, the Syrian defence ministry said IDF targeted several military sites, injuring seven civilians. A UK-based war monitor reported that Israel targeted the Hezbollah militant group and killed three Iran-backed fighters.
(2024-08-25). 'Terror Attack' In NATO Nation As Explosion Near Synagogue; President Says 'Jews Targeted' | France. hindustantimes.com An explosion happened outside a synagogue in Southern France on August 24. The blast injured a police officer and damaged the synagogue. The suspect, caught on surveillance camera, was clad in a Palestinian flag. The attack comes amid a surge in antisemitic incidents over the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in the Gaza Strip. Watch for more.
(2024-08-25). Hamas' Deadly Blow To IDF After Ex-Officer's Warning: 3 Dead, A Dozen Injured In 1 Attack – Report. hindustantimes.com Palestine militant group Hamas reportedly killed at least three Israeli soldiers in Gaza on August 23. According to Press TV, Hamas' al-Qassam Brigades fighters carried out an attack on the Israeli military in the al-Zeitoun neighbourhood in eastern Gaza. Meanwhile, Israeli defence forces confirmed the killing of a sergeant first class (res.) Evyatar Atuar during combat operations in central Gaza.
(2024-08-25). Abu Ubaida responds to Hezbollah's strike on Israeli military sites. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades' spokesperson, Abu Ubaida, commended Hezbollah for its recent counterattack following the death of its leader, Foad Shukr. He expressed his admiration for the Lebanese fighters' bravery and sacrifices.In his remarks, Abu Ubaida emphasized that since the "Flood of Al-Aqsa" operation, Hezbollah's operations had shown a marked change in the strategic balance. He underlined that no location is safe and no front is unachievable, cautioning the adversary, Israel, not to feel comfortable from reprisals.Furthermore, Abu Ubaida declared that as long as hostility against their p…
(2024-08-25). Flights to Israel diverted to Egypt amid Hezbollah escalation. newarab.com 
Flights heading to The disruptions affected take-off and landing operations at the airport, with the Israeli Airport Authority announcing further diversions to Cairo, the Hebrew news outlet Yedioth Ahronoth reported. | Two Ethiopian Airlines flights were diverte…
(2024-08-25). 'Can't compare our war with crisis in Middle East': Zelenskyy on Israel-Gaza conflict. muslimmirror.com By Muslim Mirror Staff Volodymr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine on Friday spoke on the conflict between Israel and Gaza and said that the moment is very sensitive and emphasized that the war between Russia and Ukraine should not be compared to the crisis in the Middle East. On a question by ANI on the conflict …
(2024-08-25). 'Can't compare our war with crisis in Middle East': Zelenskyy on Israel-Gaza conflict. muslimmirror.com By Muslim Mirror Staff Volodymr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine on Friday spoke on the conflict between Israel and Gaza and said that the moment is very sensitive and emphasized that the war between Russia and Ukraine should not be compared to the crisis in the Middle East. On a question by ANI on the conflict …
(2024-08-25). Liverpool vs Brentford probable lineups – Premier League 2024-25. albawaba.com Liverpool face Brentford at Anfield in Gameweek 2 of the Premier League on Sunday.Match date: Sunday, 25 August | Kick-off time: 15: 30 (GMT) | Venue: Anfield StadiumLiverpool vs Brentford predicted lineups: Liverpool possible XlAlisson Decker; Trent Alexander-Arnold, Ibrahima Konate, Virgil Van Dijk, Andrew Robertson; Alexis Mac Allister, Ryan Gravenberch, Dominik Szoboszlai; Mohamed Salah, Diogo Jota, Luis Diaz.Brentford possible XlMark Flekken; Kristoffer Ajer, Nathan Collins, Ben Mee; Mads Roerslev, Christian Norgaard, Mathias Jensen, Vitaly Janelt, Keane Lewis-Potter; Yoane Wissa, Bryan Mbeumo.
(2024-08-25). Against the Tide of Normalization: Yemen's Movement Leads the Battle for Liberation and Rejection of Hegemony. libya360.wordpress.com Ansarollah As the Israeli regime, backed by the United States and supported by Western nations, continues its genocidal actions against the Palestinian people for the past 323 days, the suffering and injustice faced by Palestinians are only intensifying. Amid this grim reality, a recent report by Israel's Central Bureau of Statistics reveals a sharp increase…
(2024-08-25). Rashid Khalidi: The Neck and The Sword. newleftreview.org Rashid Khalidi and Tariq Ali discuss the political and intellectual history of the Palestinian national movement, its fraught entanglement with neighbouring Arab regimes, the realities of the 'peace process', Israel's grip on the Biden Administration and the strategic calculations—or miscalculations—of Hamas.
(2024-08-25). Israel's occupation is the cause of regional crises. plenglish.com Ramallah, Aug 25 (Prensa Latina) Israel's occupation and its contempt for the international system dominated by the United States are the main causes of the crises in the Middle East, the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP) affirmed on Sunday.
(2024-08-25). Venezuela: Foreign Minister Meets With Observers of the Second National Popular Consultation. orinocotribune.com The foreign affairs minister of Venezuela, Yván Gil, met with the international observers invited to the second National Popular Consultation of 2024 which will be held on Sunday, August 25. | "Today we spoke with the international observers invited to the second National Popular Consultation in which the people will exercise their democracy by selecting priority projects for their communities, projects that will be financed by the government," Minister Gil published in his Telegram account on Saturday, August 24. | He added that he also condemned before the observers "the cyber-fascist and criminal coup attempt…