Algerians began voting on Saturday in a presidential election in which incumbent President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, widely expected to secure a second term, is hoping for a high turnout.The 78-year-old is heavily favoured to see off both challengers, moderate Islamist Abdelaali Hassani and socialist candidate Youcef Aouchiche.The streets of the capital Algiers were mostly quiet early on Saturday, with most voters expected to head to the polling stations from mid-day.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: Algerians vote in presidential poll as Tebboune eyes easy victory
Turkey's Erdogan: Islamic countries should form alliance against 'Israel's growing expansionism'
Erdogan said in July that Turkey would extend an invitation to Syrian President Bashar al-Assad "any time" for possible talks to restore relations between the two neighbors.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Turkey's Erdogan: Islamic countries should form alliance against 'Israel's growing expansionism'
'From the River to the Sea': Meta ruling sparks criticism of genocide implications
Meta’s decision to allow "From the River to the Sea" sparks backlash. Critics call it a genocidal phrase.
Source: Jerusalem Post
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Majdal Shams attack aftermath: When the Golan became a new front in Israel's war
Golan was largely quiet in the first months of Hezbollah attacks. However, in the spring and summer of 2024, Hezbollah began expanding its attacks, targeting IDF bases in the Golan.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Majdal Shams attack aftermath: When the Golan became a new front in Israel's war
The influence of Hezbollah amid failing power supply
Lebanon Affairs - In August 2023, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant's warning to Hezbollah echoed with a promise of severe consequences. A year later, Lebanon's power crisis deepens.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: The influence of Hezbollah amid failing power supply
Israel paves road in Philadelphi Corridor amid Gaza ceasefire talks
This move is seen as a show of determination regarding Israel's stance on not leaving the Philadelphi Corridor.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Israel paves road in Philadelphi Corridor amid Gaza ceasefire talks
A wider threat: We're paying the price of ignoring Seven Sotloff's early warnings on ISIS
The anniversary of Sotloff’s death should serve as a reminder to those who risk their lives in pursuit of truth, justice, and informing the world.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: A wider threat: We're paying the price of ignoring Seven Sotloff's early warnings on ISIS
‘Eradicate the US’: American student group publishes, then deletes controversial message
National Students for Justice in Palestine (NSJP) and vandalistic group Unity of Fields behind violent calls to bring down the USA.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: ‘Eradicate the US’: American student group publishes, then deletes controversial message
Sudan rejects UN experts' call for 'impartial' force to protect civilians
Sudan has rejected a call by UN experts for the deployment of an "independent and impartial force" to protect millions of civilians driven from their homes by more than a year of war.The conflict since April last year, pitting the army against paramilitary forces, has killed tens of thousands of people and triggered one of the world's worst humanitarian crises.The independent UN experts said Friday their fact-finding mission had uncovered "harrowing" violations by both sides, "which may amount to war crimes and crimes against humanity".
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: Sudan rejects UN experts' call for 'impartial' force to protect civilians
Over 20,000 killed in Sudan's war, says UN health chief
The World Health Organization's director-general said Sudan is suffering through of a "perfect storm of crises," including conflict, famine conditions and a recent cholera outbreak.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: Over 20,000 killed in Sudan's war, says UN health chief