Hungary Blocks €50 Billion EU Funding for Ukraine
BUDAPEST (Agencies): In a surprising move, Hungary has vetoed €50 billion ($55 billion; £43 billion) in EU aid earmarked for Ukraine, shortly after an agreement was reached to initiate membership…
Abu Obeida confirms 72 armored vehicles destroyed, 36 soldiers killed
GAZA CITY (Agencies): Al-Qassam Brigades fighters partially or completely destroyed an average of one Israeli armored vehicle per hour in the past 3 days of confrontations, according to a tally…
Yemeni Armed Forces Intercept Cargo Ship Bound for Israeli Ports
SANA (Agencies): In a recent development, the Yemeni Armed Forces have reported an interception operation against the Maersk Gibraltar cargo ship destined for Israeli ports. According to an official statement…
Jewish demonstrators block Los Angeles highway, demand ceasefire in Gaza
Los Angeles (Agencies): Dozens of Jewish demonstrators blocked a highway in Los Angeles during rush hour yesterday evening, demanding an end to Israeli aggression in Gaza. According to the Los…
Iran abolishes visa requirements for 33 countries, including Saudi Arabia
TEHRAN (Agencies): Authorities in Iran are removing visa requirements for passport holders from 33 countries, including Saudi Arabia. The move was confirmed on Thursday following comments after a Cabinet meeting…
Turkey: JF-17 in – F-16 out!!!
ANKARA (Agencies): Turkey, facing obstacles in acquiring F-16 fighter jets and challenges with Germany regarding the Eurofighter Typhoon procurement, is reportedly considering the Chinese-Pakistani JF-17 Thunder as an alternative, according…
Fiat Inaugurates First Manufacturing Plant in Algeria
Algiers (Agencies): Italian carmaker Fiat has officially opened its maiden manufacturing plant in Tafraoui, Algeria, marking a significant partnership with the Stellantis joint venture involving Chrysler and PSA Group. The…
Israel calls up female battalion for ‘special tasks’ in Gaza
TEL AVIV (Agencies): The Israeli army has called up the Israeli women’s Caracal Battalion for a “special classified operation” in the besieged Gaza Strip, Yedioth Ahronoth newspaper reported. The paper…
China-Operated Pipeline Opens Gateway for Niger’s Crude Oil Exports
Niamey (Agencies): Niger is set to enter the global crude oil market next month, marking a significant milestone for the landlocked African nation, as reported by Reuters. The country’s military…
COP28 Breakthrough: Nations Agree to “Transition Away” from Fossil Fuels
DUBAI (Agencies): In a historic move at the COP28 UN climate summit held in Dubai, nations have explicitly targeted the use of fossil fuels, agreeing to “transition away” from coal,…