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The Global Countdown – Turkish pop timeline 9:47

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Coinciding with Monocle's Quality of Life Conference in Istanbul, this week’s Global Countdown sees Monocle Radio’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco listen to some of the most important moments in Turkish pop history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Av Monocle

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October 10, 2024 3:05

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*) Israeli air strike on tents in North Gaza kills 16 PalestiniansIsrael has killed at least 16 people and wounded others in air strikes near Al Yemen Al-Saeed Hospital in northern besieged Gaza.Hossam Abu Safiya, the director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza, said victims were killed when an Israeli warplane targeted displaced people's tents outsid…

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October 9, 2024 3:26

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*) Israel orders Beirut residents to leave before air strikesThe Israeli military has issued an urgent warning for residents in southern Beirut to evacuate ahead of planned air strikes, which it claims are targeting Hezbollah-linked sites as Tel Aviv widens its war throughout the Middle East.According to the Lebanese Health Ministry over 2,100 Leba…

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October 8, 2024 2:33

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*) UN rights office calls for end to Israel's impunity over Gaza atrocitiesAs Israel's war on Gaza marks a year, the UN warns of widespread violations of international law. Nearly 42,000 have died, and Gaza faces severe displacement, hunger, and disease. The UN stresses accountability is vital to end impunity and the cycle of conflict as Israeli at…

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Ezgi Başaran on the new spirit of Islamism 34:52

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Ezgi Başaran on "The New Spirit of Islamism: Interactions Between the AKP, Ennahda and the Muslim Brotherhood" (IB Tauris). The book looks at the aspirations of Islamist actors in Turkey, Egypt and Tunisia from 2011 to 2013, seeking to understand how they viewed each other and whether they prioritised pragmatism or religious ideology. Become a memb…

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October 7, 2024 3:02

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*) Israel's year-long assault on Gaza brings widespread devastationIsrael’s military said it launched attacks against Hamas positions throughout Gaza on the anniversary of the October 7 attacks, as the death toll in the enclave rises to at least 41,800 deaths and 96,800 injuries. Children comprise 42 percent of the casualties, according to official…

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October 6, 2024 2:44

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*) Israel escalates, bombards southern Beirut with new air strikesIsrael has launched air strikes in the southern suburbs of Beirut, significantly escalating the already tense regional dynamics.Lebanese media confirmed five strikes hitting southern Beirut and its outskirts.The Israeli military stated that the strikes targeted Hezbollah weapons ware…

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October 5, 2024 3:18

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*) Hezbollah says over 20 Israeli elite soldiers killed or injured in fighting Hezbollah has said it has killed or injured over 20 Israeli elite soldiers in southern Lebanon during intense fighting.The Lebanese group says it destroyed an Israeli Merkava tank near Malikiya with a guided missile, resulting in casualties.Hezbollah also launched rocket…

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October 4, 2024 2:54

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*) Some 100 US doctors reject Israel’s claim of Hamas misusing Gaza hospitalsA group of 99 American physicians and medical professionals have said they saw no signs of Hamas activity in hospitals, calling on the Biden administration to immediately cease support for Israel.In a letter sent to President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris the …

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October 3, 2024 2:50

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*) Israel confirms damage to army bases in Iranian missile strikesThe Israeli army has confirmed several of its air bases were struck during Iran's massive ballistic missile strikes on the US-backed country.According to Israeli media, authorities confirmed damages to office buildings and maintenance areas.In northern Tel Aviv, warheads reportedly f…

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October 2, 2024 2:29

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*) Iran warns it will hit all Israeli infrastructure if attackedIran’s top military boss is drawing a line in the sand. If Israel attacks, Tehran’s response will be devastating. After firing off a massive 200-missile barrage, General Mohammad Bagheri said that was just the start. Next time, he warned, the strikes will be even more intense, targetin…

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October 1, 2024 2:38

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*) Israel starts ‘limited, localised’ ground invasion in LebanonThe Israeli army has started a “limited” ground invasion as their attacks in several towns in southern Lebanon continue.According to the Israeli military, they carried out “focused and localised raids” aimed at Hezbollah targets and infrastructure in the south.Meanwhile, Lebanon’s offi…

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September 30, 2024 2:53

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*) Israel kills over two dozen Palestinians across GazaIsrael’s latest air strikes on Gaza since Sunday morning have killed at least 25 Palestinians and left many others wounded, according to the Civil Defence.The attacks happened in Beit Lahia, Jabalia, Gaza City, Nuseirat camp and Deir al Balah. Israel’s war on Gaza has now entered its 360th day,…

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September 29, 2024 2:07

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*) Erdogan blasts Israel for extending its 'genocidal policy' to LebanonTurkish President Erdogan slammed Israel’s military actions in Lebanon, accusing it of extending "genocidal, occupation, and invasion policies." Erdogan condemned the killing of Lebanese civilians, including children, and said Israel is emboldened by international support, chal…

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September 28, 2024 2:12

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*) Israel launches fierce new wave of airstrikes on BeirutIsrael conducted its most intense bombardment on Beirut's southern suburbs, following a massive strike on Hezbollah's command centre. Reuters reported over 20 air strikes, as thousands of Lebanese fled their homes and gathered in downtown Beirut. "They want to destroy Dahiye, destroy all of …

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September 27, 2024 2:51

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*) Israel hits Gaza school, killing 11 people in devastating strikeAn Israeli air strike has hit a school in northern Gaza, where thousands of displaced Palestinians were taking shelter. At least 11 people were killed, with 22 others wounded, including women and children, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry. The Israeli military confirmed the strik…

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The Global Countdown – autumn playlist 8:59

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For this week’s ‘The Global Countdown’, Monocle Radio’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco previews the new songs added to the Monocle playlist. From Clara Luciani to Brazilian samba, it’s a good selection for the cooler seasons. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Av Monocle

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September 26, 2024 2:53

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*) US, EU, Arab states call for Lebanon ‘temporary ceasefire’The United States, the European Union and several Arab countries have come together to call for a temporary ceasefire in Lebanon. This comes after Israeli strikes raised fears of a wider conflict in the Middle East. In a joint statement, President Biden and President Macron emphasised tha…

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September 25, 2024 3:02

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*) 'UN, what are you waiting for to stop the genocide in Gaza?' — ErdoganTurkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has urged unity against Israeli genocide in Palestine.Erdogan said at the UN General Assembly in New York, “I call on those yet to acknowledge Palestine to stand on the right side of history and recognise it now.”He stressed the urgent ne…

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September 24, 2024 2:56

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*) Lebanon's death toll from Israeli strikes rises to 500Lebanon's death toll from Israeli air strikes has risen to nearly 500, including 35 children, according to the Health Ministry.The deaths included 58 women, and some 1,645 others were wounded.Health Minister Firass Abiad said "thousands of families" had been displaced.*) US sending additional…

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Samim Akgönül on 100 years of Turkish-Greek relations 37:35

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Samim Akgönül, director of the Department of Turkish Studies at the University of Strasbourg, on "One Hundred Years of Greek-Turkish Relations: The Human Dimension of an Ongoing Conflict" (Edinburgh University Press) Become a member on Patreon or Substack to support Turkey Book Talk. Members get a 35% discount on all Turkey/Ottoman History books pu…

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September 23, 2024 2:50

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*) Israel's attacks in Lebanon clear effort to spread war: ErdoganTurkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has warned Israel's recent attacks on Lebanon could spread war across the region.Speaking at an event in New York, Erdogan has said Israel’s actions and statements show clear intent to escalate the conflict.He also condemned Israel’s actions in …

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September 22, 2024 2:47

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*) Over 100 rockets fired from Lebanon into Israel; some hit HaifaThe Israeli military said over 100 rockets have been fired into the country from Lebanon, with some landing near the northern city of Haifa.Israeli first responders say the early morning barrage wounded at least three people, damaged buildings and set cars on fire.Social media users …

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September 21, 2024 3:06

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*) Deadly Israeli strike on Beirut suburb 'kills' top Hezbollah commanderTop Hezbollah commander Ibrahim Aqil and other senior figures of the group have been killed in an Israeli strike on Beirut's southern suburbs. Ibrahim Aqil had a $7 million bounty on his head for two 1983 Beirut truck bombings that killed more than 300 people at the American e…

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September 20, 2024 2:49

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*) Hezbollah: Israeli device blasts in Lebanon a declaration of warLebanon's Hezbollah has called the device blasts in Lebanon on Tuesday and Wednesday a "declaration of war"."With this operation, the enemy crossed all... red lines," Hassan Nasrallah said in his first televised appearance after the attacks, accusing Israel of trying to "kill no few…

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The Global Countdown – Sri Lanka 7:13

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For this week’s Global Countdown, Monocle Radio’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco listens to the top songs in Sri Lanka See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Av Monocle

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September 19, 2024 2:32

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*) UN demands Israel must end 'unlawful' presence in Palestine within a year The United Nations General Assembly has passed a resolution demanding Israel end its "unlawful presence" in the Occupied Palestinian Territory within 12 months. The resolution received 124 votes in favour, with 43 abstentions and 14 countries, including Israel and the US, …

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September 18, 2024 3:04

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*) Israel 'fully responsible' for pager explosions: HezbollahLebanon's Hezbollah group blames Israel for the simultaneous explosion of pagers used by the group’s fighters that killed at least nine people.Calling the attacks a "major security breach,” the group says Israel will be punished.Lebanese authorities have urged citizens to dispose of their…

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September 17, 2024 2:49

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*) Israel killed over 700 infants, 12,000 minors in Gaza: Palestine dataThe Palestinian Health Ministry in Gaza says Israel forces have killed 710 infants and 11,983 minors since October 7 last year. The ministry has compiled a list of 34,344 Palestinians killed in the ongoing conflict, including elderly victims and newborn children. These are the …

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September 16, 2024 2:12

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*) Israeli army admits to killing three hostagesThe Israeli army has admitted three hostages, whose bodies were found last December, were killed in its own air strike in Gaza.The victims, two soldiers and one civilian were reportedly near a senior Hamas official who was the target of the strike.Though the army had known these details since February…

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September 15, 2024 2:25

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*) Illegal settlers, Israeli soldiers raid West Bank villagesIllegal Israeli settlers and soldiers stormed several villages and towns in the occupied West Bank overnight, leading to confrontations with Palestinian residents.Palestinian Television reported that one person was injured during a raid by settlers who were protected by the army in the vi…

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September 14, 2024 2:11

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*) Third man 'self-immolates' to protest Israel's Gaza genocide, US complicityAnti-war activist Matt Nelson has reportedly self-immolated in protest of US support for Israel's war in Gaza.A video surfaced on YouTube showing Nelson condemning the Biden administration’s support for Israel’s siege and violence. He said, "My name is Matt Nelson, and I …

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September 13, 2024 2:40

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*) Chief of Israeli intel unit quits over October 7 failureThe head of the Israeli army's notorious intelligence and surveillance unit has accepted responsibility for failing to prevent a raid by Hamas fighters on October 7 last year.Brigadier General Yossi Sariel, who led Unit 8200, told Chief of Staff Herzl Halevi he’s resigning.Sariel is one of …

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The Global Countdown – Middle East and North Africa 11:07

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For this week’s Global Countdown, Monocle Radio’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco listens to the top songs in the Middle East and North Africa. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Av Monocle

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September 12, 2024 2:36

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*) Islamic Action Front becomes largest party in Jordan parliamentJordan's opposition party, the Islamist Action Front (IAF), made a big splash in the latest parliamentary election.Early results show the front bagging up to a fifth of the seats.The party’s leader Wael al Saqqa said, “We’ve earned the people’s trust, and now the real work begins.” B…

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September 11, 2024 2:51

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*) Harris and Trump spar at Presidential debateHe called her a Marxist. She repeated false claims about Hamas. Donald Trump and Kamala Harris clashed over a range of issues in a presidential debate that was viewed by millions of people. Harris took a dig at Trump for talking about fictional characters like Hannibal Lecter and lecturing Americans on…

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September 10, 2024 1:55

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*) Israeli massacres persist in GazaIsrael killed at least 40 Palestinians in air strikes on a tent encampment in Gaza’s Khan YounisThe death toll is likely to rise as dozens more have been wounded. The carnage happened after four Israeli air strikes hit the Al-Mawasi camp, which is marked as a humanitarian zone, a supposedly safe place for displac…

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Çağdaş Üngör on Turkey's geopolitical dilemmas in the Asia-Pacific century 38:39

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Çağdaş Üngör discusses her recent articles "A Bridge No More? Turkiye’s Geopolitical Significance in the 21st Century" in the journal Survival and "A 'Bridge' Pushed to the Periphery? Turkey's Geopolitical Significance in the Asia-Pacific Century" in Turkish Studies. Become a member on Patreon or Substack to support Turkey Book Talk. Members get a …

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September 9, 2024 2:32

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*) Israel storms Palestinian refugee camps The Israeli army has raided the city of Tulkarem and the Balata refugee camp in overnight attacks in the northern occupied West Bank.Several occupation military vehicles accompanied by heavy bulldozers entered the city from its western side, where they began demolishing infrastructure in the al-Alemi area.…

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September 8, 2024 2:25

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*) Turkish-American activist shot dead by Israeli sniper — autopsyAn autopsy report of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, a Turkish-American activist, has confirmed an Israeli sniper killed her. Nablus governor has said the autopsy results indicated Eygi’s cause of death was a gunshot wound inflicted by a sniper, specifically targeting her head. Palestinian offici…

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September 7, 2024 2:43

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*) Israel bombs schools and homes in GazaIsrael has killed at least 13 Palestinians and wounded another 15 in fresh strikes on a school sheltering refugees and a residential building in Gaza. At least eight of the dead were in refugee tents at Halima al-Sa'diyya School in Jabalia in northern Gaza.As usual, the Israeli military called the strikes "p…

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September 6, 2024 3:11

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*) Hundreds march in Tel Aviv to protest against NetanyahuHundreds of Israelis have marched silently through the streets of Tel Aviv carrying 27 mock coffins to represent the 27 captives whose bodies were recovered by the Israeli military during the past nearly 11 months of Israeli carnage in besieged Gaza.The protesters marched through major stree…

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Estonia 6:06

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For this week’s Global Countdown, Monocle Radio’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco listens to the top songs in Estonia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Av Monocle

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September 5, 2024 2:24

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*) Overnight Israeli strikes across Gaza kill dozens moreAt least 22 Palestinians have been killed and many others wounded in overnight Israeli strikes across Gaza, according to the Palestinian Civil Defence.In northern Gaza, two Israeli strikes killed seven Palestinians, while six others were killed or injured in an attack near Sheikh Zayed Towers…

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September 4, 2024 2:31

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*) More polio vaccines arrive in Gaza: Palestinian Health MinistryA new shipment of polio vaccines totalling 350,000 doses has arrived in Gaza, according to the Palestinian Ministry of Health.It came as the vaccination campaign in the enclave continued amid a devastating Israeli war.The second batch of vaccines brings the total number of doses rece…

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September 3, 2024 2:42

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*) US officials say Netanyahu ‘torpedoed everything in one speech’US officials involved in negotiating a hostage release-ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas have said that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu torpedoed their efforts with his press conference.CNN reported that officials continued to work on a deal even after the death of six hostag…

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September 2, 2024 2:36

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*) Netanyahu responsible for truce talks' failure, lives of captives — HamasPalestinian resistance group Hamas has accused Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the US administration for the failure of negotiations to halt the war on Gaza.In a statement, Hamas said that full responsibility for the lives of the prisoners lies with the Israe…

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September 1, 2024 2:45

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*) Israeli attacks on West Bank devastate Jenin infrastructureThe Israeli army has destroyed about 70 percent of the streets and infrastructure in Jenin city in the northern occupied West Bank during its ongoing military offensive for the fourth day.The Palestine news agency Wafa reported that “water has been cut off from 80 percent of the city and…

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August 31, 2024 2:28

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*) Israel continues to bomb Gaza, toll soars in West BankThe Israeli army has killed 12 Palestinians in a series of deadly raids across Gaza, with more bodies being recovered from areas previously vacated by Israeli forces.Palestinian Civil Defense spokesperson said that six Palestinians were killed in two Israeli air strikes in Jabalia, northern G…

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August 30, 2024 2:17

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*) Harris says 'No' to arms embargo on IsraelUS Vice President Kamala Harris has said in an interview that she would not change President Joe Biden's controversial policy on supplying Israel with weapons for its carnage in Gaza if elected in November.The Democratic nominee and vice president said ‘No’ when asked if she would change course and withh…

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