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Wednesday 24 September 2025 - 11:17

Drone Attacks Target “Global Sumud Flotilla” in the Mediterranean (Video)

Several vessels from the humanitarian “Sumud” flotilla were struck by drone attacks in the Mediterranean Sea. At least 15 drones flew over the convoy, with 12 direct strikes hitting 9 boats. More than 13 explosions were heard near the ships, and unidentified objects were reportedly dropped on 10 vessels, causing damage.

Sunday 21 September 2025 - 20:45

Saudi-UK Joint Initiative to Counter Yemeni Naval Operations

Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom have launched a joint initiative aimed at bolstering the maritime security of the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. The plan involves mobilizing international financial support to equip the coast guard forces of Yemen’s internationally recognized (but deposed) government.

Sunday 21 September 2025 - 07:38

“No Entry” for America: Iraqi PMF Halts U.S. Convoy

Following the U.S. designation of Harakat al-Nujaba as a Foreign Terrorist Organization, a significant standoff occurred on Friday, September 19. A combat unit from the 12th Brigade of Iraq’s Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF), composed of Nujaba fighters, blocked an American military convoy from entering Tarmiyah, a district north of Baghdad.

Friday 19 September 2025 - 14:41

Behind the Scenes of the Julani–Kalin Meeting: From the March 10 Agreement to Israel’s No-Fly Zone Proposal in Southern Syria

The recent meeting in Damascus between Abu Mohammad al-Julani (Ahmed al-Sharaa), head of Syria’s interim government, and Ibrahim Kalin, chief of Turkey’s National Intelligence Organization (MIT), has reignited attention on Syria’s evolving political landscape and the flurry of regional and international negotiations surrounding it. The timing of this meeting—just days after Israel proposed a no-fly zone in southern Syria and following visits by U.S. envoy Tom Barrack and Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi—suggests a coordinated diplomatic effort rather than coincidence.