February 2024
Raisi Sets Records; Inflation Rising Daily, Households Shrinking Daily
Iran's Central Bank reports that inflation is set to exceed 49%, with significant discrepancies in inflation data from different sources indicating economic instability. The rising…
Wall Street Journal: Israel is constructing a new road in Gaza for security control after the war
The Wall Street Journal reports that Israel is building a new road in Gaza to enhance security control after the war with Hamas. Israeli officials…
Israel Imposes Restrictions on Muslim Access to Al-Aqsa Mosque During Ramadan
Israel has announced restrictions on the number of Muslims allowed to worship at the Al-Aqsa Mosque during Ramadan due to concerns over protests related to…
Netanyahu Accuses Critics of Weakening Israel in War with Hamas; Vows to Enter Rafah Even if a Deal is Reached
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has accused critics of undermining Israel's military efforts against Hamas, asserting that military action in Rafah will continue regardless of potential…
Joe Biden Emphasizes 'Tireless Efforts' for Hostage Release in Phone Call with Netanyahu
U.S. President Joe Biden reaffirmed his commitment to securing the release of hostages held by Hamas in a call with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, who…
Israeli Officials Reject Idea of a 'Palestinian State'
Israeli officials, including Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, have rejected the idea of a Palestinian state, responding to a Washington Post report about U.S. plans for…
British Foreign Secretary Says Israel's Battle in Rafah Must Stop
British Foreign Secretary David Cameron called for an immediate halt to Israel's military actions in Rafah, where many Palestinian civilians are at risk. The situation…
Israeli Army Begins Attack on Rafah; At Least 10 Reported Dead in Early Hours
The Israeli army has launched airstrikes in Rafah, Gaza, resulting in at least 10 deaths. U.S. President Biden has urged Israel to ensure the safety…
Biden and Netanyahu Discuss 'Common Goal' of Defeating Hamas and Ensuring Security for Refugees in Rafah
U.S. President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discussed their shared goal of defeating Hamas and ensuring the safety of refugees in Rafah…
Netanyahu Calls for Plan to Evacuate Palestinian Civilians from Rafah and Completely Defeat Hamas
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has ordered a plan to evacuate Palestinian civilians from Rafah and eliminate Hamas militants there, amid rising tensions and international concerns…
Biden Describes Israel's Military Response in Gaza as 'Excessive'
President Biden criticized Israel's military response in Gaza as excessive, urging for a temporary ceasefire in exchange for hostages. Netanyahu rejected Hamas's ceasefire proposal, vowing…
UN Secretary-General Expresses Concern Over Expansion of Israeli Operations in Rafah, Southern Gaza
The UN Secretary-General raised alarms about the worsening humanitarian situation in Rafah, Gaza, due to Israeli military operations. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken echoed…
Hamas Spokesman Announces Delegation's Trip to Egypt to Pursue Three-Phase Ceasefire Plan
Hamas announced a delegation will travel to Egypt to discuss a three-phase ceasefire plan after Israel's Prime Minister rejected it. The plan includes releasing hostages…
Explosion Near Election Candidates' Offices in Pakistan; 26 Killed
Two explosions in Balochistan, Pakistan, killed 26 people and injured dozens, raising security concerns ahead of parliamentary elections. The attacks occurred near the offices of…
At least 10 killed in militants' attack on security forces in Pakistan
Militants attacked a police station in northwest Pakistan, killing at least 10 police officers and wounding several others. This incident occurs just days before national…
Netanyahu: Israel Will Not Agree to 'Any Deal at Any Cost'
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared the destruction of Hamas as his primary goal, contingent upon specific conditions. He firmly stated that Israel will…