Middle East
Archaeologists Closely Link El-Araj Site to Biblical Bethsaida
After ten years of diligent excavation, archaeologists now believe El-Araj is the site of Bethsaida, a city significant to Jesus Christ’s ministry. Mordechai Aviam, academic director of the El-Araj Excavation Project, confidently asserts the site’s
Saudi Arabia Faces Intensifying Crises in the Middle East
The Rising Tensions in the Arab and Islamic Worlds Saudi Arabia is a prominent nation in the Arab and Islamic worlds, and it’s now at the center of a Middle Eastern crisis. The Kingdom confronts
U.S. Strikes Cause Strain for Iranian Regime Amid Naval Blockade
Iranian authorities report confidence despite considering actions against the United States. However, their stance may reflect desperation more than strength. Recently, U.S. Central Command targeted and neutralized several Iranian tankers in response to hostile actions
Military Tensions Between U.S. and Iran Escalate
The ongoing conflict between U.S. and Iranian forces saw further escalation as U.S. forces responded to recent provocations. On Tuesday, American military officials reported that U.S. forces targeted five Iranian tanker ships. This action was
U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Iranian Airlines to Pressure Peace Deal
The U.S. Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on over 24 Iranian airlines and their service providers. This move aims to isolate Iran economically as part of the administration’s ongoing efforts to bring Iran to the
UK Implements Trade Ban on Israeli Settlement Goods
On Tuesday, British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband announced a new trade policy concerning Israeli settlements in the West Bank. This policy involves a ban on imports of goods produced in Jewish settlements. Miliband referred to
Escalation of Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia
Renewed Conflict between Saudi Arabia and Houthis A surge of Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia resulted in over 70 injuries and significant fires at oil facilities in the kingdom’s southern region. This escalation marks a
Memorial and Aftermath of School Strike in Minab
The former school in Minab, Iran, now serves as a somber memorial. Its once welcoming entrance, decorated with Iran’s map, large pencils, and portraits of scientific and literary legends, has transformed. Visitors now pass through
Israeli Airstrikes in Southern Lebanon Lead to Civilian Casualties
Early Monday, Israeli airstrikes targeted a village in southern Lebanon, resulting in at least 12 fatalities and multiple injuries, including children, according to Lebanon’s Health Ministry. These strikes have escalated tensions between Israel and Hezbollah
Calls to Withdraw Funding From UN Agency for Palestine Refugees
Ambassador’s Appeal at the United Nations On July 1, Ambassador Jeff Bartos addressed the United Nations, presenting donors with a choice. They could either continue supporting the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine