Did Israel surrender to White House pressure in Gaza? Iran likely thinks so
Just 72 hours after President Biden threatened to cut off US aid to Israel, the Israeli military announced the withdrawal of troops from southern Gaza to commemorate the six-month anniversary of the massacre on October 7. Although optics suggest it has capitulated to pressure from the White House for an early end to the operation […]
Former defense secretary predicts Iran will strike at Israel
Former Defense Secretary Mark Esper said Friday that Iran is likely to retaliate against Israel for the recent missile attack that hit the Iranian consulate in Damascus, Syria. Israel has not claimed responsibility for the attack that killed Mohammad Reza Zahedi, a senior Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) commander. Reuters reported that a Lebanese security source […]
US concerned over South Africa’s growing ties with Russia, Iran and Hamas: ‘Fallen’ for propaganda
Critics argue that South Africa’s support for the Palestinian cause is the culmination of a confusing and increasingly worrying diplomatic trend for the country, whose bilateral cooperation the United States now has doubts about. ing. “The South African government has fallen into a trap of Russian propaganda,” Peter Dolan, a non-resident senior fellow at the […]
Former defense security predicts Iran will launch retaliatory attack
Former Defense Secretary Mark Esper said Friday that he believes Iran will retaliate, albeit on a limited scale, in response to Israel’s recent airstrike on the Iranian embassy compound in Syria. “They’re going to take action,” Esper said on CNN’s “The Source” with anchor Caitlan Collins. “They will feel the need to protect their dignity, […]
Biden admin preparing for possible retaliation from Iran after Israeli strike on consulate: reports
The Biden administration is preparing for possible retaliation from Iran in retaliation for Monday’s attack by Israel on the consulate general of the Islamic Republic of Syria, according to multiple reports. US officials believe Iran could direct attacks on Israeli or US assets in the Middle East within the next week. According to CNN. “We […]
Iran Asks US To ‘Step Aside’ As Plans For Retaliation Mount, Official Says
Iran asked the United States to not interfere in its plans for retaliation against Israel, an Iranian official alleged Friday. Mohammad Jamshidi, Iran’s deputy chief of staff for political affairs, claimed in a tweet that this exchange occurred. “In a written message, the Islamic Republic of Iran warned America not to fall into Netanyahu’s trap: […]
Iran executions reach 8-year high in 2023, with more than half for drug-related crimes: Report
Iran executed 853 people in 2023, the highest number since 2015, according to a new report. report At Amnesty International. The surge in executions comes as Iran continues what Amnesty International calls its “war on drugs.” In 2023, more than half of the total number of executions (481) were for drug-related crimes. The mass introduction […]
US troops warned to brace for retaliation from Iran after strike kills top commanders
Following Monday’s airstrike on the Iranian consulate in Syria, U.S. forces in the Middle East may be under new threat of attack by Iran and its proxies. Lt. Gen. Alexus Grynkewicz, the commander in chief of the U.S. Air Force, said the attack, believed to be carried out by Israel, could serve as a springboard […]
We Should Discuss Conditioning Aid Israel Needs to Deter Iran, Hezbollah
On Wednesday’s broadcast of NewsNation’s “The Hill,” Rep. Adam Smith (D-Wash.), the ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee, said Israel is committed to deterring Iran and Hezbollah and preventing conflicts in the Middle East. He said it was necessary to have weapons to prevent the spread. Whether aid to Israel should be made […]
Iran Vows to Punish ‘Evil’ Israel for Attack Taking Out IRGC Terror Commander
Some of Iran’s most powerful officials, including “Supreme Leader” Khamenei, vowed revenge against Israel on Monday after an airstrike in Damascus, Syria, that eliminated top Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) officials. . “The evil regime will be punished by our brave soldiers. By God’s will, we will make them regret this and other crimes,” Khamenei […]