Hashem Safieddine: possible successor to Hezbollah chief Nasrallah

SummaryInternational Atomic Energy Agency head Rafael Grossi expressed that Iran is his "biggest preoccupation" regarding nuclear capabilities, highlighting a new report indicating increased uranium enrichment nearing weapons grade. He noted that while Iran currently lacks a nuclear weapon, it possesses the necessary materials and warned of potential catastrophic consequences if negotiations fail, possibly leading to military action. Grossi also mentioned concerns about nuclear proliferation in the Middle East and criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin's threats...

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Benjamin Netanyahu's efforts to conceal his creation of a "third-force" to counter Palestinian resistance have been exposed, leading to significant backlash and international condemnation. This clandestine group, led by criminal Yasser Abu Shabab, has been implicated in violent acts, including looting humanitarian aid, while operating under Israeli military protection. Netanyahu justified this controversial strategy by claiming it aimed to save IDF soldiers, but it has drawn criticism from opposition leaders and raised parallels to South...

On June 06, 2025, Palestinians in Gaza, the occupied West Bank, and East Jerusalem celebrated Eid al-Adha amidst ongoing Israeli bombardment, military raids, and severe restrictions affecting their communities. The event was marked by prayers held on the ruins of destroyed homes and mosques in Gaza City, illustrating the profound impact of the conflict on daily life. The images captured by Mohammad Asad for the Middle East Monitor highlight the resilience of the Palestinian people...

SummaryIran condemned US President Donald Trump's travel ban affecting several countries, including Iran, characterizing it as a demonstration of "deep hostility" towards Iranians and Muslims and a violation of international law. The ban, which is set to begin on Monday, will prevent citizens from 12 countries, including Afghanistan, Myanmar, and Iran, from entering the US, with Trump justifying the action as necessary for national security. This move echoes a similar travel restriction implemented during Trump's...

The Lebanese army announced that Israel rejected its proposal to inspect sites in southern Beirut to prevent air strikes, warning that ongoing ceasefire violations could jeopardize cooperation with the UN monitoring mechanism. Israel launched multiple air strikes on Beirut’s southern suburb and Ain Qana, marking a significant escalation in attacks, despite a ceasefire established in November 2024. The Lebanese military condemned these actions, stating that nearly 3,000 Israeli violations have occurred since the ceasefire, resulting...