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'WE'VE DONE A GREAT JOB': TRUMP BRAGS ABOUT ONLY 'LOSING 13 MEN' IN IRAN WAR

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✍️ President Trump praised himself for 'doing a great job' after 13 US service members were killed in the Iran war, stating that he would have won Vietnam and Iraq quickly if he were president.

👉 President Trump praised himself for 'doing a great job' after 13 US service members were killed in the Iran war 👉 He stated that he would have won Vietnam and Iraq quickly if he were president 👉 He criticized Democrats for not supporting his decision to continue the war 👉 He accused Senator Chuck Schumer of being a 'traitor' for pushing for a withdrawal

-- #DonaldTrump #ChuckSchumer #Iran #Vietnam #Iraq #politics

MARTYR HASSAN BAGHERI: JOURNALIST WHO REDEFINED WAR EQUATION

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✍️ Hassan Bagheri, a young journalist-turned-commander, played a crucial role in reorganizing Iran's battlefield intelligence during the Iran-Iraq War.

👉 Hassan Bagheri was a young journalist who joined the military during the Iran-Iraq War 👉 He transformed fragmented reports into a structured operational system 👉 His efforts significantly impacted key war planning decisions 👉 Bagheri's work helped Iran's military gain a better understanding of the battlefield

-- #HassanBagheri #Tehran #Iran #Iraq #world

IRAN’S SECRET WEAPON IS IN IRAQ

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✍️ Tehran's proxy forces in Iraq have emerged as a potent threat to the US, mounting sophisticated attacks against US bases and civilian infrastructure.

👉 US bases in Iraq are under attack by Iranian-backed militias 👉 Civilian and energy infrastructure in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia have also been targeted 👉 Over 700 attacks have been launched against the Kurdistan region, resulting in 16 deaths and 90 serious injuries 👉 The government in Baghdad is accused of not doing enough to rein in the militias

-- #DonaldTrump #TreefaAziz #Iraq #Iran #Kuwait #Bahrain #SaudiArabia #Basra #Kurdistanregion #politics

MONKEY FIGHT! REPS. CORY MILLS, NANCY MACE BATTLE TO BE HOUSE'S SECOND-WEAKEST LINK

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✍️ A satirical article about two Republican representatives, Nancy Mace and Cory Mills, who are under ethics investigations, and their personal scandals.

👉 Nancy Mace is under investigation for taking excessive taxpayer-funded lodging reimbursement 👉 Cory Mills is under investigation for alleged sexual misconduct and dating violence 👉 Mace has been accused of abusing her power and using her position to intimidate others 👉 Mills has been accused of having a history of violence and abuse 👉 Both Mace and Mills are facing ethics investigations and potential consequences

-- #NancyMace #CoryMills #LarryKlayman #LindseyGraham #TimScott #TonyGonzales #EricSwalwell #LinManuelMiranda #SouthCarolina #Florida #Charleston #WashingtonDC #Iraq #politics

IRAQ NEARS GOVERNMENT FORMATION BREAKTHROUGH

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✍️ Iraq is close to selecting a new prime minister as political factions negotiate following the presidential appointment.

👉 Iraq is close to selecting a new prime minister 👉 Political factions are negotiating following the presidential appointment

-- #Tehran #Iraq #world

UKRAINE'S ROBOT OPERATORS NOW KILL FOR 'E-POINTS.' IS THE FUTURE OF WAR A GAME?

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✍️ Ukraine's Ministry of Defense has announced that ground robots have completed over 9,000 frontline missions, marking a significant milestone in the country's use of unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) in combat.

👉 Over 9,000 frontline missions completed by ground robots in March 2026 👉 UGVs are designed to be expendable and are used to perform tasks such as ammunition resupply and casualty evacuation 👉 Digital platform tracks and authenticates the work of soldiers who use the robots 👉 E-points are awarded to soldiers for verified missions, which can be exchanged for additional equipment 👉 System is designed to optimize war as a system, with metrics and incentives driving behavior

-- #Ukraine #Germany #SovietUnion #Iraq #Estonia #world

TRANSCRIPT: TRUMP’S SECRET WAR FEARS LEAK AS GOP PANICS: “ALARM BELLS”

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✍️ The article discusses how Donald Trump's attempts to exert unilateral control over events are failing, and how this could lead to a shift in power dynamics in the US.

👉 Donald Trump's attempts to exert unilateral control over events are failing 👉 High gas prices, inflation, and job losses are contributing to a perception that Trump is out of control 👉 The article argues that Trump's approach is a culmination of a decades-long project to concentrate power in the presidency 👉 The author, David Sirota, suggests that this could lead to a backlash against the executive branch 👉 Democrats may be able to reclaim power in Congress and use it to check the executive branch's authority

-- #GregSargent #DavidSirota #DonaldTrump #JimmyCarter #EdMeese #Iran #UnitedStates #Iraq #Vietnam #CentralAmerica #politics

GROSSETO POST: THE HEAD OF MOSSAD SAYS THAT A MOSSAD AGENT WHO LED OPERATIONS WAS KILLED DURING THE WAR WITH IRAN OUTSIDE THE OCCUPIED TERRITORIES

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✍️ The head of Mossad has revealed that an Israeli agent was killed during the Iran-Iraq war outside of occupied territories.

👉 Head of Mossad reveals Israeli agent was killed during Iran-Iraq war 👉 Agent was killed outside of occupied territories 👉 Rare public statement by head of Mossad

-- #HeadofMossad #Iran #Iraq #world

IRAQ UNDER GREATER PRESSURE

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✍️ Iran has given its commanders on the ground in Iraq greater autonomy over militias, allowing some groups to carry out operations without Tehran's approval.

👉 Iran has given its commanders in Iraq greater autonomy over militias 👉 Some groups are now allowed to carry out operations without Tehran's approval 👉 This move is seen as a significant shift in Iran's strategy in Iraq

-- #Iran #Iraq #world

IRAN AND IRAQ DISCUSS REGIONAL DEVELOPMENTS

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✍️ Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi had a phone call with his Iraqi counterpart Fuad Mohammed Hussein to discuss regional developments.

👉 Abbas Araghchi, Iranian Foreign Minister, held a phone call with Fuad Mohammed Hussein, Iraqi Foreign Minister 👉 Discussed regional developments

-- #AbbasAraghchi #FuadMohammedHussein #Tehran #Iraq #politics

THE US EMBASSY IN BAGHDAD: IRAQI TERRORIST MILITIAS ALLIED WITH IRAN ARE PLANNING ATTACKS AGAINST AMERICANS

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✍️ The US Embassy in Iraq warns that Iranian-backed Iraqi militias are planning additional attacks against Americans and US-related targets across Iraq, including Kurdistan.

👉 Iranian-backed Iraqi militias are planning additional attacks against Americans and US-related targets in Iraq 👉 Some Iraqi government entities are providing support to these militias 👉 The US Embassy has issued warnings to its citizens in Iraq of the risk of attacks or kidnappings 👉 The Embassy has urged everyone to leave the country

-- #Iraq #Kurdistan #world

US EMBASSY ISSUES SECURITY WARNING FOR AMERICANS IN BAGHDAD

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✍️ The US embassy in Iraq advises Americans to leave the country due to security concerns.

👉 The US embassy advises Americans to leave Iraq due to security concerns 👉 Several ways to leave Iraq, including ground routes and commercial flights 👉 Possible threats in Iraqi airspace, including missiles, drones, and rockets

-- #Iraq #US #world

A LONG-SHUTTERED IRAQ-SYRIA BORDER CROSSING REOPENS FOR THE FIRST TIME IN MORE THAN A DECADE

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✍️ A key border crossing between Iraq and Syria reopened on Monday, potentially boosting trade and oil exports.

👉 The border crossing between Iraq and Syria reopened on Monday 👉 The crossing had been closed for over 10 years 👉 The reopening is expected to boost trade and oil exports

-- #Iraq #Syria #world

COMMANDER QASEM SOLEIMANI: THE FORMATION OF THE GOVERNMENT IS THE RIGHT OF THE IRAQI PEOPLE / IRAQ IS BIGGER THAN OTHERS CAN INTERFERE IN ITS AFFAIRS; THE SELECTION OF THE PRIME MINISTER IS SOLELY BASED ON THE IRAQI DECISION.

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✍️ Sardar Qassemi emphasized that forming a government is the right of the people, and Iraq is bigger than others, including those who commit crimes against humanity, to interfere in their affairs.

👉 Forming a government is a fundamental right of the people 👉 Iraq is a sovereign nation that should not be interfered with by others 👉 The selection of the prime minister is solely based on the decision of the Iraqi people

-- #SardarQassemi #Iraq #politics

THE ARMY'S SPOKESPERSON ANNOUNCED THAT IN THE RECENT WAR, MORE THAN 40 STRATEGIC ENEMY MILITARY POINTS IN OCCUPIED TERRITORIES WERE TARGETED. MORE THAN 170 ADVANCED DRONES WERE ALSO SHOT DOWN.

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✍️ Iran's military spokesperson announced that during the 1980-1988 Iran-Iraq War, in addition to using drones, short-range and medium-range missiles were also used, targeting over 40 strategic enemy military points in occupied territories.

👉 During the Iran-Iraq War, Iran's military used drones, short-range and medium-range missiles 👉 Over 40 strategic enemy military points in occupied territories were targeted 👉 Information shared during a press conference by Iran's military spokesperson

-- #Iran #Iraq #occupiedterritories #world

THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES SUMMONS THE CHARGÉ D'AFFAIRES OF THE EMBASSY OF IRAQ AND HANDS HIM A PROTEST NOTE REGARDING THE TERRORIST ATTACKS EMANATING FROM ITS TERRITORIES.

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✍️ The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the continued terrorist attacks emanating from Iraq, which have targeted vital infrastructure in Gulf Cooperation Council countries, despite a ceasefire announcement.

👉 UAE has condemned continued terrorist attacks emanating from Iraq 👉 Attacks have targeted vital infrastructure in Gulf Cooperation Council countries 👉 UAE has urged Iraq to take immediate action to prevent further violence 👉 Threat to regional stability and security 👉 Iraq's role in maintaining peace and security in the region

-- #AhmedJumaaAl-Murashid #OmarAbdulMajidAl-Obeidi #UnitedArabEmirates #Iraq #GulfCooperationCouncilcountries #politics

THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES SUMMONS THE CHARGÉ D'AFFAIRES AT THE IRAQI EMBASSY AND HANDS HIM A MEMO OF PROTEST AGAINST THE TERRORIST ATTACKS EMANATING FROM THE TERRITORY OF HIS COUNTRY.

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✍️ Iraq's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has recalled its ambassador to the UAE, Omar Abdelmajid Hamid Al Obaidi, and handed him a memo.

👉 Iraq's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has recalled its ambassador to the UAE 👉 The ambassador, Omar Abdelmajid Hamid Al Obaidi, has been handed a memo 👉 Reason for the recall is not specified

-- #OmarAbdelmajidHamidAlObaidi #Iraq #UAE #world

DUE TO DAMAGE TO SOME INDUSTRIAL INFRASTRUCTURE IN RECENT ATTACKS, SEPAHAN AND FOOLAD CLUBS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY OFFICIAL MATCHES UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.

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✍️ Iran's Ministry of Industry, Mine, and Trade announces that two prominent football clubs will be banned from the top league due to events that occurred during the Iran-Iraq War.

👉 Two prominent football clubs banned from top league 👉 Reasons for ban related to events during Iran-Iraq War 👉 Ministry of Industry, Mine, and Trade makes official announcement

-- #Iran #Iraq #sports

TARGETING THE KURDISTAN REGION OF IRAQ WITH EXPLOSIVE-LADEN FIGHTER JETS

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✍️ Kurdistan Region in Iraq has been hit by a new series of drone attacks, with four explosive-laden drones targeting the region in separate incidents, violating a recent period of relative calm.

👉 Kurdistan Region in Iraq has been hit by a new series of drone attacks 👉 Four explosive-laden drones targeted the region in separate incidents 👉 This is the second escalation since the US and Iran announced a ceasefire 👉 Attacks come after downing of two drones in Arbil

-- #KurdistanRegion #Iraq #Arbil #world

MIDDLE EAST CONFLICT: WHICH ACTIONS HAVE HAD BETTER AND WORSE PERFORMANCE SINCE THE IRAN-IRAQ WAR STARTED?

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✍️ The article discusses the impact of the Iran-Iraq war on the global economy, particularly on the energy and aviation sectors.

👉 The Iran-Iraq war led to a surge in oil prices, benefiting energy companies 👉 The aviation sector was negatively affected, with airlines experiencing significant declines in stock value 👉 The dollar was the clear winner, with a 1.4% increase against the Canadian dollar and 1.1% increase against the euro 👉 The gold price fell by more than 8% during the conflict

-- #DamiánPalais #MichaelSeigne #Iran #Iraq #Ormuz #NewYork #London #WallStreet #world

THE COST OF WAR WITH IRAN WILL REACH ONE TRILLION DOLLARS. THE SHORT-TERM AND IMMEDIATE COSTS DURING THE 40-DAY DIRECT CONFLICT WILL BE AROUND $2 BILLION PER DAY.

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✍️ Professor Linda Bilmes, a public policy expert at Harvard's Kennedy School, estimates that the cost of war with Iran will reach $1 trillion.

👉 The cost of war with Iran could reach $1 trillion 👉 Professor Linda Bilmes made the estimate based on her analysis of previous conflicts 👉 The estimate is based on the costs of wars in Afghanistan and Iraq

-- #ProfessorLindaBilmes #Harvard'sKennedySchool #Iran #Afghanistan #Iraq #politics

THE IRANIAN INKBLOT PART 2

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✍️ The article discusses the Iran war and its implications, highlighting the disconnect between people's views on the conflict and the actual situation on the ground.

👉 The Arab world's quarrel with Iran runs deeper than American bases or Israeli airstrikes 👉 Iran's presence in the region has led to the subversion of Arab sovereignty 👉 The proxy war between Iran and its allies in the region is a threat to Arab stability 👉 The US and Israel are not the only actors in the conflict, but rather part of a larger regional struggle 👉 The Arab world wants to see the Iranian regime fall

-- #HenryHissenger #Iran #MiddleEast #Europe #Israel #SaudiArabia #Lebanon #Iraq #Yemen #Bahrain #Syria #Turkey #Jordan #Kuwait #Oman #Qatar #China #Pakistan #politics

HOW SHOULD THE U.S. MILITARY FIGHT?

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✍️ The article discusses the US military's approach to warfare, specifically the balance between winning hearts and minds and achieving military objectives. It highlights the debate between those who advocate for a more aggressive approach, like Pete Hegseth, and those who prioritize caution and minimizing civilian casualties.

👉 The US military's counterinsurgency approach emphasizes winning hearts and minds 👉 The "COIN hangover" phenomenon is a concern, where troops are hesitant to engage in combat due to concerns about civilian casualties 👉 Pete Hegseth advocates for a more aggressive approach, while others prioritize caution and minimizing civilian casualties 👉 The US military needs a balanced approach that takes into account both military objectives and the need to avoid harming civilians 👉 The debate is complex and influenced by historical experiences, such as World War II and the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq

-- #GeneralStanleyMcChrystal #PeteHegseth #CharlesPede #PeterHayden #MajorJasonYoung #ScottAnderson #Afghanistan #Iraq #Iran #Hormuz #Dresden #Hiroshima #Germany #Baghdad #Qatar #politics

BAHRAIN SUMMONS THE IRAQI AMBASSADOR

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✍️ Bahrain summons Iraqi ambassador over border incidents, demands Iraq take immediate action to stop attacks.

👉 Bahrain summons Iraqi ambassador over border incidents 👉 Iraqi ambassador handed formal protest note 👉 Bahrain demands Iraq take immediate action to stop attacks 👉 Bahrain reiterates its right to take necessary measures to ensure security and stability

-- #AhmedAl-Karawi #SheikhAbdullahbinAliAl-Khalifa #Bahrain #Iraq #politics

"DEATH TO AMERICA"

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✍️ Iran's repeated calls for 'Death to America' have been accompanied by a long campaign of asymmetric conflict, including proxy warfare, terrorism, and covert operations.

👉 Iran's 'Death to America' slogan has been a part of its revolutionary language since 1979 👉 Iran has not fought the US in a conventional war, instead waging a campaign of asymmetric conflict 👉 Iran has used proxy forces, including Hezbollah, Hamas, and the Houthis, to target US personnel and facilities 👉 Iran's proxy network has been responsible for attacks on US targets, including the 1983 bombing of the US embassy in Beirut 👉 Iran's nuclear program has advanced in fits and starts over decades, and is now widely assessed to be much closer to 'breakout' capacity

-- #RuhollahKhomeini #JohnBolton #DonaldTrump #JoeBiden #NikkiHaley #AsifMerchant #FarhadShakeri #Tehran #Lebanon #Gaza #Yemen #Iraq #Syria #UnitedStates #politics

THE RED CRESCENT: 960 PEOPLE RESCUED FROM UNDER THE RUBBLE OF ENEMY AIR ATTACKS IN TEHRAN / 126,300 NON-COMBATANT UNITS ALSO SUFFERED DAMAGE

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✍️ The Iranian Red Crescent announced that rescue workers during the Iran-Iraq War successfully rescued 960 people from under the rubble in Tehran.

👉 Rescue workers during the Iran-Iraq War rescued 960 people from under the rubble in Tehran 👉 The rescue efforts were a major success

-- #Tehran #Iran #Iraq #world

WASHINGTON WELCOMES THE IRAQI ACHIEVEMENT IN TARGETING AMERICAN DIPLOMATS

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✍️ The US embassy in Iraq welcomes the Iraqi government's commitment to investigating and holding accountable those responsible for a recent attack on American diplomats near Baghdad International Airport.

👉 The US embassy welcomes the Iraqi government's commitment to investigating the attack on American diplomats 👉 The attack was carried out near Baghdad International Airport on April 8 👉 The US and Iraqi delegations met to discuss ways to prevent terrorist attacks against American diplomatic missions and personnel in Iraq 👉 The meeting was the fifth of its kind and aimed to strengthen cooperation between the two countries 👉 The Iraqi anti-terrorism agency arrested an extremist and dismantled several explosive devices in three provinces

-- #Baghdad #BaghdadInternationalAirport #Iraq #UnitedStates #Anbar #Muthanna #Diyala #Salaheddin #world

IRAQI SUDAN IS HOLDING CONSULTATIONS TO FORM A NEW GOVERNMENT

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✍️ Iraqi Prime Minister Muhammad Shia al-Sudani held a series of consultations with political parties to discuss forming a new Iraqi government.

👉 Prime Minister Muhammad Shia al-Sudani held consultations with political parties 👉 Discussions focused on regional developments, efforts to stop war, and war's impact on Iraq 👉 Parties discussed forming a government that meets the expectations of Iraqi citizens

-- #MuhammadShiaal-Sudani #Mohammedal-Halboosi #Iraq #politics

THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF KURDISTAN IRAQ WILL NOT INTERACT WITH THE NEW PRESIDENT DUE TO HIS ELECTION OUTSIDE THE FRAMEWORK OF THE INTERNAL PARLIAMENTARY SYSTEM AND THE AGREED-UPON MECHANISMS OF THE KURDISH STREAMS.

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✍️ The Democratic Party of Kurdistan in Iraq criticized the process of electing a new president, stating that it is outside the legal framework and agreements between Kurdish parties.

👉 The Democratic Party of Kurdistan in Iraq has criticized the process of electing a new president 👉 The party claims that the process is outside the legal framework and agreements between Kurdish parties 👉 The party has accused the current leadership of manipulating the process to favor a specific candidate

-- #Iraq #Kurdistan #politics

THE NEW PRESIDENT OF IRAQ ON REGIONAL DEVELOPMENTS: ATTACKS ON IRAQ ARE CONDEMNED / WE WILL STRIVE TO DEFEND OUR NATIONAL INTERESTS / BAGHDAD IS FACING COMPLEX CHALLENGES IN VARIOUS FIELDS

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✍️ The new President of Iraq has taken a stance on regional developments.

-- #ThenewPresidentofIraq #Iraq #theregion #world

THE PARLIAMENT ELECTS A NEW PRESIDENT FOR IRAQ

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✍️ Iraq's parliament elected Nizar Amidi as the country's new president, following parliamentary elections in November. Amidi vowed to support efforts to end regional conflicts and condemn attacks on Iraqi security forces.

👉 Nizar Amidi elected as Iraq's new president 👉 Amidi vows to support efforts to end regional conflicts 👉 Condemns attacks on Iraqi security forces 👉 Emphasizes importance of achieving peace 👉 Involving all parties in governing the country

-- #NizarAmidi #Iraq #world

IRAN'S CONVERSATION WITH THE IRAQI REPRESENTATIVE ABOUT AN APPROXIMATION AGAINST THE US AND ISRAEL

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✍️ Iran and Iraq's foreign ministers discussed regional developments and expressed hope for a permanent end to the war and a lasting peace in the region.

👉 Iran and Iraq's foreign ministers discussed regional developments 👉 Iraq expressed hope for a permanent end to the war and a lasting peace in the region 👉 Araghchi expressed gratitude for Iraq's firm solidarity and condemnation of the US and Israel's aggression against Iran 👉 Araghchi mentioned the repeated broken promises of the US, leading to a deep sense of skepticism in the world 👉 Araghchi touched on the criminal trial of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

-- #AbbasAraghchi #FuadHusseein #BenjaminNetanyahu #Iran #Iraq #Israel #Lebanon #world

THE PRESIDENT OF IRAQ CONDEMNED ISRAELI ATTACKS ON LEBANON.

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✍️ The President of Iraq, Abdul Latif Džamal Rašid, condemned the Israeli attacks on Lebanon, particularly on Beirut and its suburbs.

👉 Iraqi President Abdul Latif Džamal Rašid condemned Israeli attacks on Lebanon 👉 The attacks targeted Beirut and its suburbs 👉 The President called for an immediate ceasefire and international intervention

-- #AbdulLatifDžamalRašid #Iraq #Lebanon #Beirut #world

KAROLINE LEAVITT CLAIMS TRUMP HAS MORAL HIGH GROUND TO COMMIT IRANIAN GENOCIDE

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✍️ White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt defends President Trump's threat to destroy Iran's civilization, citing his actions in the past six weeks.

👉 Leavitt defends Trump's threat to destroy Iran's civilization 👉 She cites the actions of the US military in taking out the military of a rogue Islamic regime 👉 The reporter questions the moral implications of the US threat

-- #KarolineLeavitt #DonaldTrump #GeorgeW.Bush #Iran #Iraq #politics

THE NOVEL 'CONQUERING THE RIVER'S FLOW' WINS THE INTERNATIONAL PRIZE FOR ARABIC FICTION 2026

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✍️ The International Prize for Arabic Literature announced the winner of the 2026 prize, with Sa'id Khutaybi's novel 'Agbal Majra Al-Nahar' taking the top prize.

👉 The International Prize for Arabic Literature announced the winner of the 2026 prize 👉 Sa'id Khutaybi's novel 'Agbal Majra Al-Nahar' took the top prize 👉 The novel was chosen from among 137 novels submitted for the prize 👉 The prize is sponsored by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre

-- #Sa'idKhutaybi #Mohammedal-Qaadi #ShakerNuri #Diyaaal-Kaabi #LeilaHeoWonBek #MayaAbual-Hayat #AbuDhabi #Tunisia #Iraq #Bahrain #SouthKorea #Palestine #world

THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ AND THE OLD FAULT: WILL THE ATLANTIC ALLIANCE SINK IN THE GULF?

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✍️ The energy crisis in the Strait of Hormuz in 2026 is reigniting historical tensions between the US and Europe, raising existential questions about NATO's future.

👉 Energy crisis in the Strait of Hormuz in 2026 is reigniting historical tensions between the US and Europe 👉 Tensions have been building since the Iraq War 👉 Differences in power, politics, and worldviews threaten to break apart NATO

-- #StraitofHormuz #US #Europe #Iraq #world

FROM THE BATTLEFIELD TO THE MICROPHONE: THE VETERAN NAVY SEAL WHO TURNED KEANU REEVES INTO 'JOHN WICK' AND FOUNDED A SUCCESSFUL CONSERVATIVE PODCAST

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✍️ Shawn Ryan, a former Navy SEAL and CIA contractor, created a popular podcast among American conservatives.

👉 Shawn Ryan is a former Navy SEAL and CIA contractor 👉 He created a popular podcast among American conservatives 👉 The podcast explores topics such as national security and politics

-- #ShawnRyan #Iraq #EE.UU. #politics

TRANSPORT COMPANIES SEEK CLARITY ON SITUATION IN HORMUZ AFTER NEW IRANIAN ALERTS

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✍️ Companies of navigation said they need more clarity on the terms of the ceasefire between the United States and Iran before resuming traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, while Tehran said the route remains closed to unauthorized vessels.

👉 Companies of navigation need more clarity on the terms of the ceasefire before resuming traffic 👉 The Strait of Hormuz remains closed to unauthorized vessels 👉 Iran has offered to provide safe passage in coordination with its naval forces 👉 Global energy prices have driven up due to the conflict 👉 More than 50 VLCCs and 15 Suezmax ships may leave the Gulf soon 👉 The UK will work with the maritime, insurance, and energy sectors to restore confidence in the use of the Strait of Hormuz

-- #RolfHabbenJansen(CEOofHapag-Lloyd) #LarsBarstad(CEOofFrontline) #JakobLarsen(DirectorofSecurityofBimco) #AnoopSingh(GlobalHeadofResearchofOilBrokerage) #UnitedStates #Iran #StraitofHormuz #Gulf #India #Iraq #Germany #China #Denmark #Asia #France #politics

THE CEASEFIRE BETWEEN THE US AND ISRAEL AND IRAN - AND LEBANON | CHAOS AMONG THE VERSIONS

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✍️ Iran and Pakistan are discussing a comprehensive ceasefire, including Lebanon, while Trump is excluding Lebanon, and the conflict on the ground continues.

👉 Iran and Pakistan are discussing a comprehensive ceasefire 👉 Lebanon is included in the ceasefire talks 👉 Trump has excluded Lebanon from the ceasefire 👉 Conflict on the ground continues 👉 Iran launched a rare attack on a Kuwaiti target in Iraq

-- #Trump #Netanyahu #Iran #Pakistan #Lebanon #Iraq #Kuwait #world

IRAQ REOPENS ITS AIRSPACE

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✍️ Iraq announced the reopening of its airspace, which was closed, following the announcement of a two-week ceasefire between Washington and Tehran.

👉 Iraq's airspace has been reopened 👉 The move comes after a two-week ceasefire was announced between the US and Iran 👉 All airports in Iraq will resume operations

-- #Iraq #Washington #Tehran #world

IRAN LAUNCHES MISSILES AT ISRAEL, U.S. INSTALLATION AMID CEASEFIRE ANNOUNCEMENT

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✍️ The Iranian regime launched ballistic missiles at civilian targets in Israel and a US base in Iraq shortly after announcing a ceasefire with the US.

👉 Iran launched ballistic missiles at civilian targets in Israel 👉 Missiles also targeted a US base or diplomatic installation in Iraq 👉 Iran's actions have been widely condemned as a violation of the ceasefire agreement

-- #Israel #Iraq #UnitedStates #politics

CIVILIAN CASUALTIES RESULTED FROM THE CRASH OF AN IRANIAN 'MARCH' IN ERBIL

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✍️ Two civilians were killed in a drone attack launched from Iranian territory that targeted residential areas in Erbil, Kurdistan Region of Iraq.

👉 Two civilians killed in a drone attack launched from Iranian territory 👉 Drone targeted residential areas in Erbil province 👉 Attack described as a "clear violation of international laws and a war crime" 👉 Several other attacks hit Erbil yesterday, most intercepted by air defenses 👉 Iraqi Defense Ministry announced that a drone was shot down at a military base in Anbar province 👉 Kurdistan Region's Electricity Ministry reported a widespread power outage due to a technical fault

-- #Erbil #KurdistanRegionofIraq #Iran #Anbarprovince #Iraq #world

THE UAE STRONGLY CONDEMNS THE STORMING AND DESTRUCTION OF THE KUWAITI CONSULATE IN BASRA.

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✍️ The UAE condemned and strongly denounced the attack on the Kuwaiti consulate in Basra, Iraq, and demanded that the Iraqi government take necessary legal measures to protect diplomatic missions and personnel.

👉 UAE condemns attack on Kuwaiti consulate in Basra, Iraq 👉 UAE demands Iraqi government take legal measures to protect diplomatic missions and personnel 👉 UAE emphasizes importance of protecting diplomatic missions and personnel in accordance with international laws and conventions 👉 UAE calls on Iraqi government to investigate circumstances of attack and prevent its recurrence

-- #UnitedArabEmirates #Kuwait #Iraq #Basra #world

WE WILL FREE THE AMERICAN JOURNALIST

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✍️ Kataib Hezbollah, an Iraqi armed formation supported by Iran, announced that they will release American journalist Sheli Kitlson, who was kidnapped in Baghdad a few days ago.

👉 Kataib Hezbollah announced the release of American journalist Sheli Kitlson 👉 Kitlson was kidnapped in Baghdad a few days ago 👉 The group is supported by Iran

-- #SheliKitlson #Iraq #Baghdad #world

THE IRAQI GROUP KATAIB HEZBOLLAH ANNOUNCED THAT IT WILL RELEASE AMERICAN JOURNALIST SHELLY KITTLESON

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✍️ Kataib Hezbollah, an Iraqi armed group, announced the release of American journalist Shelly Kittleson, who was kidnapped in Baghdad. The group, backed by Iran, is accused of being responsible for the abduction.

👉 Kataib Hezbollah announced the release of American journalist Shelly Kittleson 👉 Kittleson was kidnapped in Baghdad on a busy street 👉 She had been warned of concrete threats against her in the days leading up to the abduction 👉 Kittleson attempted to enter Iraq on March 9 from Syria but was initially denied entry 👉 She eventually entered the country with a single-entry visa valid for 60 days

-- #ShellyKittleson #AbuMujahidal-Assaf #HusseinAlawi #MohammedShiaal-Sudani #Iraq #Baghdad #Syria #Roma #Afganistán #Irak #Siria #world

TARGETING THE HEADQUARTERS OF THE PESHMERGA FORCES IN ERBIL

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✍️ The Kurdistan Regional Government in Iraq announced that the headquarters of the Peshmerga forces were attacked by unknown aircraft, but no human casualties were reported.

👉 The Peshmerga forces' headquarters was attacked by unknown aircraft 👉 No human casualties were reported 👉 The attacks are part of a series of aerial attacks and rocket strikes in various regions of Kurdistan Region 👉 The government has accused unknown groups of being behind the attacks

-- #KurdistanRegion #Iraq #Arbil #Sulaimaniyah #Soran #Koisinjaq #world

CROATIA INTERCEPTED 16 IRANIAN MISSILES AND 46 IRANIAN DRONES IN THE LAST 24 HOURS

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✍️ Iraqi forces have discovered and dismantled 14 ballistic missiles, 2 cruise missiles, and 46 drones sent from Iran in the past 24 hours, according to the Iraqi military.

👉 14 ballistic missiles were discovered and dismantled 👉 2 cruise missiles were discovered and dismantled 👉 46 drones were discovered and dismantled 👉 The missiles and drones were sent from Iran 👉 The Iraqi military has stated that the attacks were met with resistance

-- #Iraq #Iran #world

ICE NABS RELATIVES OF IRANIAN TERRORIST QASEM SOLEIMANI, WHACKED IN TRUMP'S FIRST TERM

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✍️ The US Department of Homeland Security confirmed that two relatives of Iranian terrorist Qasem Soleimani, who was killed by President Donald Trump, were arrested by ICE officers for allegedly supporting anti-American terrorist regimes.

👉 Two relatives of Qasem Soleimani were arrested by ICE officers for allegedly supporting anti-American terrorist regimes 👉 Hamideh Soleimani Afshar and her daughter Sarinasadat Hosseiny entered the US on tourist and student visas, respectively 👉 They were granted asylum in 2019, but the DHS alleged that Afshar's asylum claims were fraudulent 👉 Afshar promoted Iranian regime propaganda while living in the US 👉 The State Department accused Afshar of celebrating attacks against American soldiers and military facilities, denouncing America as the 'Great Satan', and expressing support for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps 👉 The relatives are now in ICE custody, pending removal from the United States

-- #QasemSoleimani #DonaldTrump #HamidehSoleimaniAfshar #SarinasadatHosseiny #MarcoRubio #NarjesSoleimani #UnitedStates #Iran #LosAngeles #BaghdadInternationalAirport #Iraq #NewDelhi #London #politics

ISIS CALLS FOR ATTACKS AROUND THE WORLD

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✍️ ISIS has called on Muslims worldwide to launch attacks on churches and synagogues in the US, Europe, Russia, and India, citing Israel's closure of the al-Aqsa Mosque compound as justification.

👉 ISIS has called on Muslims worldwide to launch attacks on churches and synagogues in the US, Europe, Russia, and India. 👉 The group cited Israel's closure of the al-Aqsa Mosque compound as justification for the attacks. 👉 ISIS has been responsible for numerous violent incidents around the world, including attacks in Africa, the Middle East, and Europe. 👉 The group has used social media to spread its message and inspire attacks.

-- #AnthonyAlbanese #Shamsud-DinJabbar #EmirBalat #IbrahimKayumi #Africa #UnitedStates #Australia #Europe #MiddleEast #India #Tunisia #Morocco #UAE #Syria #Israel #Palestine #Iraq #DemocraticRepublicofCongo #Nigeria #Pakistan #UnitedStates #NewOrleans #NewYorkCity #Virginia #Detroit #Azerbaijan #Kabul #Malaysia #Brazil #Belgium #Netherlands #Oslo #London #world

GENEVA CONVENTION AND FOREVER WARS

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✍️ The article discusses the changing nature of modern warfare, arguing that the constraints imposed by the Geneva Conventions have led to a shift from decisive battles to incremental, asymmetric warfare.

👉 The Geneva Conventions have created an environment in which wars are prolonged and indecisive. 👉 The constraints imposed by the Conventions have led to hesitation and delay, making it difficult to achieve decisive outcomes. 👉 The shift towards asymmetric warfare has led to a focus on persistence and small-unit engagements rather than decisive battles. 👉 The United Nations has contributed to the prolongation of armed conflict and civilian suffering by reinforcing these norms. 👉 The article argues that the Geneva Conventions need to be reframed to allow for more decisive action in war.

-- #Afghanistan #Iraq #Iran #politics

THE UAE TREATS AN IRAQI CHILD WITH A RARE GLOBAL DISEASE.

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✍️ A 10-year-old Iraqi boy, Youssef Haidar, has begun treatment for Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a rare disease, at a specialized hospital in Dubai.

👉 Youssef Haidar, a 10-year-old Iraqi boy, has been diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy 👉 He has started treatment at a specialized hospital in Dubai 👉 The treatment plan will be tailored to his specific needs 👉 The UAE has provided a specialized hospital and medical treatment, which will cost around 10.6 million dirhams

-- #YoussefHaidar #دكتورمحمدالعوضي #Dubai #Iraq #health

THE AMERICAN JOURNALIST KIDNAPPED IN BAGHDAD IS MY FRIEND

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✍️ American freelance journalist Shelly Kittleson was abducted in Baghdad after being warned of the danger and having her name on a list of targets held by an Iran-backed paramilitary group.

👉 Shelly Kittleson, an American freelance journalist, was abducted in Baghdad 👉 She had been warned of the danger and had her name on a list of targets held by Kataib Hezbollah 👉 She had been refused re-entry to Iraq through standard channels after a trip to Syria 👉 She had to find an alternative route through Jordan 👉 The CIA source stated that the frustration inside the intelligence community runs deep

-- #ShellyKittleson #Baghdad #Iraq #Syria #Jordan #politics

OPEC+ IS ADJUSTING OIL PRODUCTION LEVELS BY 206,000 BARRELS PER DAY, EFFECTIVE FROM MAY ONWARDS.

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✍️ Eight countries in the OPEC+ alliance, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman, have agreed to adjust their oil production levels to support global oil market stability.

👉 Eight countries in the OPEC+ alliance agreed to adjust their oil production levels 👉 Production adjustment of 206,000 barrels per day 👉 Part of the additional voluntary adjustments announced in April and November 2023 👉 Commitment to supporting market stability and flexibility 👉 Will continue to monitor and assess market conditions 👉 Cautious approach and flexibility in adjusting or reversing production cuts

-- #UAE #SaudiArabia #Russia #Iraq #Kuwait #Kazakhstan #Algeria #Oman #world

I WAS THE US SOFT POWER CZAR. OUR POPULARITY MAY NEVER RECOVER | RICHARD STENGEL

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✍️ The article discusses how Trump's persona and his war on Iran will harm America's global influence, citing historical examples from the Iraq war.

👉 Trump's persona and war on Iran will harm America's global influence 👉 The Iraq war led to a decline in international support for the US 👉 The US president's persona plays a significant role in shaping global opinions

-- #Trump #Bush #BinLaden #SouthAfrica #Iraq #IndianOcean #politics

IRAN FREES IRAQI SHIPS AND HUMANITARIAN VESSELS THROUGH THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ

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✍️ Iran announced that Iraqi ships can cross the Strait of Hormuz, exempting Iraq from restrictions imposed on other countries.

👉 Iran exempts Iraqi ships from restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz 👉 Iraq is considered a 'brotherly country' by Iran 👉 The move aims to reduce the impact on Iraq's economy and the rest of the Gulf nations 👉 Iran approves the passage of ships carrying essential goods and humanitarian aid

-- #EbrahimZolfaghari #HomanFathi #Iran #Iraq #StraitofHormuz #GulfofOman #world

IRAQ CLOSES A BORDER CROSSING WITH IRAN AFTER AERIAL ATTACKS

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✍️ The Iraqi authorities closed the Shalamjah border crossing with Iran after Iranian airspace was targeted by airstrikes, killing one Iraqi citizen and injuring five others.

👉 The Shalamjah border crossing was closed after Iranian airspace was targeted by airstrikes. 👉 The airstrikes killed one Iraqi citizen and injured five others. 👉 The border crossing is a major route for importing food items from Iran to Iraq. 👉 The Iraqi authorities took the decision to prevent any potential disruptions to the local markets. 👉 The airstrikes also targeted a northern oil field, injuring three Iraqi workers.

-- #Shalamjah #Iran #Iraq #Kuwait #Basra #Anbar #world

IRANIAN AUTHORITIES ANNOUNCED THAT IRANIAN SHIPS CAN FREELY SAIL THROUGH THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ

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✍️ Iran's authorities announced that Iraqi ships can freely navigate the Ormus Strait, according to Iranian state television.

👉 Iraqi ships are now allowed to freely navigate the Ormus Strait 👉 The decision is a significant development in the region 👉 The Ormus Strait is a critical passage for international shipping

-- #Iran #Iraq #OrmusStrait #PersianGulf #world

TENS OF THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE ARE DEMONSTRATING AGAINST THE WAR IN IRAN.

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✍️ Thousands of supporters of influential Shia cleric Moqtada al-Sadr gathered in Baghdad and across Iraq to condemn Israel and the United States and demand an end to conflicts in the Middle East.

👉 Thousands of supporters of Moqtada al-Sadr gathered in Baghdad and across Iraq 👉 Protesters condemned Israel and the United States 👉 Protesters called for an end to conflicts in the Middle East 👉 Protesters demanded a resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict

-- #Moqtadaal-Sadr #Baghdad #Iraq #world

THE US DEPARTMENT OF STATE MOURNS THE DEATH OF KASEM SOLEIMANI'S NEPHEW AND GRANDSON, AN IRANIAN GENERAL KILLED IN 2020.

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✍️ US authorities have arrested the nephew and grandson of Iranian General Kasem Soleimani, killed in 2020 in a drone strike ordered by former US President Donald Trump.

👉 US authorities have arrested the nephew and grandson of Iranian General Kasem Soleimani 👉 Soleimani was killed in a drone strike ordered by former US President Donald Trump in 2020 👉 The arrests were made in connection with the killing

-- #KasemSoleimani #DonaldTrump #Iraq #Bagdad #politics

JORDAN: IRAN LAUNCHED 281 ROCKETS AND A MISSILE ON THE KINGDOM

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✍️ The Jordanian army reported that Iran launched 281 rockets and drones targeting the country, with most of them intercepted and destroyed.

👉 Iran launched 281 rockets and drones targeting Jordan 👉 Most of the rockets and drones were intercepted and destroyed 👉 Iran and some regional factions are targeting Jordanian lands without justification 👉 Jordan has declared its airspace and lands off-limits to any military attack on any country 👉 29 people were injured and 31 vehicles, 59 homes, 16 public properties, and several businesses were damaged

-- #MoustafaAl-Hiyari #AymanAl-Safadi #Jordan #Iran #Iraq #politics

THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES' AIR DEFENSES DEALT WITH 23 BALLISTIC MISSILES AND 56 INCOMING IRANIAN FIGHTER JETS.

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✍️ The United Arab Emirates' air defenses responded to 23 ballistic missiles and 56 incoming aircraft from Iran, marking the 498th and 2141st times they have engaged with Iranian attacks since they began.

👉 UAE's air defenses responded to 23 ballistic missiles and 56 incoming aircraft from Iran. 👉 This marks the 498th and 2141st time the UAE has engaged with Iranian attacks since they began. 👉 Attacks have resulted in the death of 2 military personnel, 1 civilian from Morocco, and 10 civilians from various nationalities. 👉 217 people from different countries were injured, including Emiratis, Egyptians, Sudanese, Ethiopians, Filipinos, Pakistanis, Iranians, Indians, Bangladeshis, Sri Lankans, Azerbaijanis, Yemenis, Ugandans, Eritreans, Lebanese, Afghans, Bahrainis, Comoros, Turks, Iraqis, Nepalis, Nigerians, Omanis, Jordanians, Palestinians, Ghanaians, Indonesians, Swedes, Tunisians, Moroccans, and Russians.

-- #UnitedArabEmirates #Iran #Morocco #Pakistan #Bangladesh #Nepal #India #Egypt #Sudan #Ethiopia #Philippines #SriLanka #Azerbaijan #Yemen #Uganda #Eritrea #Lebanon #Afghanistan #Bahrain #Comoros #Turkey #Iraq #Jordan #Palestine #Ghana #Indonesia #Sweden #Tunisia #Russia #world

US SPECIAL FORCES HAVE BEGUN A GROUND OPERATION IN IRAN TO RESCUE THE MISSING NAVIGATOR

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✍️ US special forces entered Iranian territory overnight in a complex rescue operation to retrieve the crew of a downed F-15 fighter jet.

👉 US special forces entered Iranian territory overnight in a rescue operation 👉 Operation included low-flying helicopters and refueling aircraft 👉 Two helicopters were damaged, but one landed safely 👉 One crew member was rescued, but the fate of the other is unknown 👉 Local Iranian forces launched a search operation

-- #Iran #Iraq #world

KURDISTAN IRAQ CONDEMNS ATTACKS ON ITS TERRITORIES DESPITE THE CEASEFIRE

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✍️ Kurdistan Regional Government in Iraq announced the downing of several drones that were targeting different locations in the region, amid a ceasefire between the US and Iran.

👉 Kurdistan Regional Government in Iraq announced the downing of several drones 👉 Drones were targeting different locations in the region 👉 Ceasefire between the US and Iran 👉 Several attacks on different locations in Kurdistan Region reported on Thursday night 👉 Drones targeted and shot down

-- #Iraq #KurdistanRegion #Iran #Washington #world

WE WILL PURSUE THOSE INVOLVED IN TARGETING INSTITUTIONS AND DIPLOMATIC MISSIONS

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✍️ Iraqi Prime Minister Mohamed Shia al-Sudani emphasizes the need to take extreme measures to pursue those responsible for targeting vital institutions, diplomatic missions, and foreign nationals.

👉 Iraqi Prime Minister Mohamed Shia al-Sudani emphasizes the need to take extreme measures to pursue those responsible for targeting vital institutions, diplomatic missions, and foreign nationals. 👉 The Prime Minister visited the Federal Intelligence and Investigation Agency in the Ministry of Interior and chaired a meeting with the Minister of Interior, Head of Intelligence, and other officials. 👉 The Prime Minister stressed the importance of taking continuous efforts to maintain internal security. 👉 Al-Sudani highlighted the need to be prepared and vigilant to face any threats, especially in the current regional context of war and escalation.

-- #MohamedShiaal-Sudani #Iraq #Baghdad #Arbil #Rutba #Koya #world

WHAT US PILOTS SHOULD DO TO SURVIVE IN ENEMY TERRITORY

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✍️ A US F-15E fighter jet was shot down in Iran, and one of the two crew members was rescued by the US Army, while the other is receiving training to survive until rescued.

👉 US F-15E fighter jet was shot down in Iran 👉 One crew member was rescued by the US Army 👉 The other crew member is receiving training to survive until rescued 👉 This is the first time a US aircraft has been shot down in Iran 👉 The US military has a procedure for emergency situations 👉 The US has multiple task forces near Iran to conduct search and rescue operations

-- #WilliamJ.Fallon #JamesSlife #Iran #Iraq #Syria #Washington #world

NAZI TATTOO-WEARING DEMOCRAT SEN. CANDIDATE PREVIOUSLY TALKED ABOUT JESUS BEING A ‘ZOMBIE’ AND MARY A ‘SKANK’

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✍️ Maine Democrat and U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner's comments about Christianity have surfaced, damaging his image and raising questions about his character.

👉 Graham Platner, a Democrat candidate for the U.S. Senate in Maine, has faced controversy over his Nazi tattoo 👉 Platner's comments about Christianity have surfaced, calling Jesus a 'zombie' and Mary a 'skank' 👉 Platner's comments were made in 2012, but have only recently come to light

-- #GrahamPlatner #GregPrice #JeremyHall #AdolfHitler #Maine #Iraq #politics

ALONE ON ENEMY TERRAIN: THIS IS HOW THE REFUELED RESCUE AIRCRAFT OF THE US AIR FORCE OPERATES

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✍️ The US is conducting a dramatic rescue operation to extract two F15E pilots who were shot down in Iran.

👉 US conducting dramatic rescue operation to extract two F15E pilots 👉 Pilots were shot down in Iran 👉 US has a long history of successfully rescuing downed pilots 👉 Specialized helicopters used in previous rescues 👉 Pilots' own escape equipment also used

-- #Iran #Vietnam #Iraq #Bosnia #world

AMERICA’S MOST RIGHTEOUS WAR PRODUCED ITS BEST ANTIWAR NOVEL

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✍️ The article discusses the relevance of Joseph Heller's anti-war novel Catch-22 in today's world, where war is becoming increasingly popular. The author, Elliot Ackerman, a Marine Corps veteran and former CIA special operations officer, shares his insights on the absurdity of war and the impact it has on veterans and society.

👉 War is often absurd and self-defeating 👉 The true cost of war is often hidden from the American people 👉 War has a profound impact on veterans, including the psychological effects of PTSD 👉 The military-industrial complex and profit motive can drive war efforts

-- #PopeLeoXIV #PresidentDonaldTrump #NicolásMaduro #JosephHeller #ElliotAckerman #ShiloBrooks #GeorgeCarlin #JohnYossarian #MiloMinderbinder #MajorGeneralSmedleyButler #Venezuela #Greenland #Iran #Sudan #Ukraine #Afghanistan #Iraq #Egypt #politics

RIGHT-WING AGAINST LEFT-WING: THE PROTESTS IN IRAN EXPOSED THE RIFT IN THE OPPOSITION ABROAD

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✍️ Protests in Iran have strengthened the voices of anti-government activists, but have also rekindled hatred between opposing factions.

👉 Protests in Iran have strengthened the voices of anti-government activists 👉 Protests have rekindled hatred between opposing factions 👉 Mojahedin Khalq organization, which helped Iraq during the war, is supporting the son of the deposed Shah

-- #ThesonofthedeposedShah #Iran #Iraq #world

WHAT ARE TRUMP'S MILITARY OPTIONS AGAINST THE IRANIAN REGIME?

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✍️ US President Donald Trump has promised 'help is on the way' to Iranian protesters, sparking concerns about a potential military intervention in the country.

👉 US President Donald Trump has promised 'help is on the way' to Iranian protesters 👉 The US is considering options such as airstrikes, cyber attacks, and economic sanctions 👉 The US has been evacuating military bases in the region and increasing its military presence in the Gulf 👉 Iranian leaders have warned of reprisals against US targets if the US attacks 👉 Experts are debating the effectiveness of a US military intervention

-- #DonaldTrump #KarolineLeavitt #AliKhamenei #NicolásMaduro #ValiNasr #DanSabbagh #DannyCitrinowicz #MonaYacoubian #CiaranMartin #JackReed #MarkwayneMullin #RandPaul #Iran #UnitedStates #Qatar #Bahrain #Iraq #UnitedArabEmirates #Oman #SaudiArabia #WashingtonD.C. #politics

TRUMP ADMINISTRATION HALTS VISAS FOR 75 NATIONS WHOSE PEOPLE GOBBLE UP AMERICAN WELFARE

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✍️ The Trump administration has announced a pause in immigrant visa processing from 75 countries where migrants are likely to rely on welfare, citing concerns about the financial burden on American taxpayers.

👉 75 countries will have their immigrant visa processing paused 👉 Pause is due to concerns about welfare reliance by migrants 👉 Dozens of countries affected, including Somalia, Haiti, Iran, and Eritrea 👉 President Trump vows to 'end all Federal benefits and subsidies to noncitizens of our Country' 👉 Pause will reportedly go into effect on January 21

-- #DonaldTrump #UnitedStates #Minnesota #Bhutan #Yemen #Somalia #MarshallIslands #DominicanRepublic #Afghanistan #Congo #Iraq #politics

THE COMPLETE LIST OF LATIN AMERICAN COUNTRIES WHOSE VISA ISSUANCE IS RESTRICTED BY THE UNITED STATES

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✍️ The US Department of State has announced that it will suspend the issuance of American visas to 75 countries, including 8 Latin American countries, due to the "public charge" clause in US immigration law.

👉 The US Department of State has suspended the issuance of American visas to 75 countries 👉 The decision is based on the "public charge" clause in US immigration law 👉 The 75 countries affected include many in the Caribbean and South America 👉 The suspension will begin on January 21st and will continue until the authorities reevaluate the visa processing procedures 👉 The decision is part of the Trump administration's efforts to reduce immigration and strengthen border controls

-- #TommyPiggott #UnitedStates #LatinAmerica #Caribbean #SouthAmerica #Belice #Brasil #Colombia #Cuba #Guatemala #Haití #Nicaragua #Uruguay #AntiguaandBarbuda #Bahamas #Barbados #Dominica #Granada #Jamaica #SanCristóbalandNieves #SantaLucía #SanVicenteandtheGrenadines #Somalia #Sudan #Afghanistan #Russia #Iran #Iraq #Venezuela #CaboVerde #CostadeMarfil #Argelia #politics

GOODBYE AMERICAN VISA: THE MEASURE THAT COMES INTO EFFECT ON JANUARY 21ST AND WILL SUSPEND THE ISSUANCE OF THE DOCUMENT TO 75 COUNTRIES.

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✍️ The US government will stop issuing and processing visas for immigrants from 75 countries starting from January 21, citing concerns that they may become a public burden in the future.

👉 The US government will stop issuing and processing visas for immigrants from 75 countries starting from January 21. 👉 The suspension is aimed at preventing individuals from becoming a public burden in the future. 👉 The affected countries include Somalia, Russia, Afghanistan, Brazil, Iran, Iraq, Egypt, Nigeria, Thailand, and Yemen, among others. 👉 The DOS will use its authority to consider inadmissible potential immigrants who would become a public burden for the US and exploit the country's generosity.

-- #TommyPiggott #UnitedStates #Minnesota #Somalia #Russia #Afghanistan #Brazil #Iran #Iraq #Egypt #Nigeria #Thailand #Yemen #SudandelSur #politics

THE UNITED STATES FREEZES VISA PROCESSING FOR 75 COUNTRIES, INCLUDING BRAZIL, COLOMBIA, AND URUGUAY

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✍️ The US Department of State has suspended the processing of visas for citizens of 75 countries, including Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, Haiti, and Uruguay, as part of an effort to strengthen immigration controls and block the entry of applicants deemed to be a 'public charge'.

👉 The US Department of State has suspended the processing of visas for citizens of 75 countries 👉 The suspension aims to strengthen immigration controls and block the entry of applicants deemed to be a 'public charge' 👉 The decision is based on a strict interpretation of the 'public charge' clause of US immigration law 👉 The list of affected countries includes several nations in Latin America and the Caribbean, as well as Afghanistan, Russia, Iran, Iraq, Egypt, Nigeria, Thailand, Somalia, and Yemen, among others

-- #TommyPigott #DonaldTrump #JoeBiden #UnitedStates #LatinAmerica #Caribbean #Afghanistan #Russia #Iran #Iraq #Egypt #Nigeria #Thailand #Somalia #Yemen #politics

EXILED GANGLAND BOSS KAZEM HAMAD LINKED TO VICTORIA’S TOBACCO WARS REPORTEDLY ARRESTED IN IRAQ

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✍️ Kazem 'Kaz' Hamad, an exiled underworld boss, has been arrested in Iraq on behalf of Australian authorities for alleged drug trafficking.

👉 Kazem 'Kaz' Hamad, an exiled underworld boss, has been arrested in Iraq 👉 Arrested on behalf of Australian authorities for alleged drug trafficking 👉 Connected to Victoria's ongoing tobacco wars

-- #Kazem'Kaz'Hamad #Iraq #Australia #Victoria #world

'HORRIBLE PEOPLE': MAGA GOES TO WAR WITH TRUMP INNER CIRCLE FOR 'SICK' MILITARY BLOODLUST

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✍️ Steve Bannon criticized Sen. Lindsey Graham for calling on the US military to 'kill the leadership' in Iran, saying it would strengthen the regime.

👉 Steve Bannon criticized Sen. Lindsey Graham for calling on the US military to 'kill the leadership' in Iran 👉 Bannon argued that any Israeli or American involvement in Tehran would strengthen the regime 👉 He also attacked Fox News, saying they were 'gross' and 'horrible people' for their coverage of the Iraq War

-- #SteveBannon #Sen.LindseyGraham #PresidentDonaldTrump #Iran #SouthCarolina #Iraq #politics

LATEST POLLS IN FLORIDA: DESANTIS' 'NUMBER TWO' COMPETES WITH TRUMP'S CANDIDATE IN THE ELECTIONS

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✍️ Jay Collins, the Republican vice-governor of Florida, has confirmed his candidacy for the state's governorship, but is currently trailing in polls behind Byron Donalds, backed by President Donald Trump.

👉 Jay Collins has confirmed his candidacy for the governorship of Florida 👉 He is currently trailing in polls behind Byron Donalds, backed by President Donald Trump 👉 Collins has a background in the US Army Special Forces and has served in Afghanistan, Iraq, and South America 👉 He has been a senator in Florida since 2022 and has focused on limited government policies and individual liberties

-- #JayCollins #ByronDonalds #DonaldTrump #RonDeSantis #PaulRenner #JamesFishback #Florida #Scobey,Montana #Afghanistan #Iraq #SouthAmerica #HillsboroughCounty #politics

WAGNER MOURA, THE BRAZILIAN ACTOR WHO BRINGS DEPTH TO HIS COUNTRY'S POLITICAL CINEMA AND MADE HISTORY AT THE GOLDEN GLOBES

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✍️ Wagner Moura, a Brazilian actor, has been praised for his performance in the film 'El agente secreto', which won him a Golden Globe award. The film is a retrospective look at Brazil's history and explores the complexities of the present.

👉 Wagner Moura is a Brazilian actor who has been active in the film industry for many years. 👉 He has won several awards for his performances, including a Golden Globe. 👉 His latest film, 'El agente secreto', is a retrospective look at Brazil's history and explores the complexities of the present. 👉 Moura's performance has been praised for its nuance and depth. 👉 He has been hailed as a leading figure in Brazilian cinema.

-- #WagnerMoura #KleberMendonçaFilho #ElizabethMoss #PabloEscobar #FidelCastro #PenélopeCruz #ÉdgarRamírez #GaelGarcíaBernal #AnadeArmas #LeonardoSbaraglia #SoniaBraga #JulianoDornelles #Kirby #KirstenDunst #PeterCraig #BrianTyreeHenry #CarlosMarighella #Brazil #Recife #Cuba #Miami #UnitedStates #Iraq #Philadelphia #world

TRUMP IS REPEATING MISTAKES OF IRAQ IN VENEZUELA | MOHAMAD BAZZI

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✍️ The US is underestimating the potential for instability as Trump resurrects the myth that capturing Saddam Hussein marked the end of the Iraq war.

👉 US officials declared the capture of Saddam Hussein a decisive turn in the Iraq war 👉 The insurgency led by ex-Iraqi security forces continued to grow 👉 The war ultimately proved to be much more complex and challenging 👉 The US is underestimating the potential for instability in Iraq

-- #PaulBremer #MohamadBazzi #SaddamHussein #Baghdad #Iraq #Washington #politics

THE UNITED STATES LAUNCHED A 'LARGE-SCALE' NEW ATTACK IN RETALIATION AGAINST ISIS JIHADISTS IN SYRIA

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✍️ The US and its allies launched a series of attacks against ISIS targets in Syria as part of ongoing operations to degrade the group's capabilities in the region.

👉 US and allies launched attacks against ISIS targets in Syria 👉 Operation Hawkeye was launched in response to an ISIS attack in December 👉 Over 90 precision-guided munitions were used to target over 35 objectives 👉 US Central Command stated that the message remains clear: 'if they harm our combatants, we will find and kill them anywhere in the world, no matter how hard they try to evade justice' 👉 Hundreds of US troops are still deployed in Syria as part of the ongoing mission to combat ISIS

-- #EdgarBrianTorresTovar #WilliamNathanielHoward #Ahmedal-Sharaa #BasharalAsad #Trump #Syria #Iraq #Washington #DesMoines #Marshalltown #world

BIG OIL’S MOTIVES BEHIND THE US ATTACK ON VENEZUELA

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✍️ Investigative journalist Antonia Juhasz discusses the motivations behind the US attack on Venezuela, revealing that the fossil fuel industry is driving the agenda.

👉 The US attack on Venezuela is driven by the fossil fuel industry's desire to regain control of the country's oil infrastructure. 👉 The industry has been lobbying for the US to take action in Venezuela and has been publicly protesting the current situation. 👉 The industry is hesitant to make the expensive and risky investment in Venezuelan oil infrastructure. 👉 The US oil companies, such as ExxonMobil, ConocoPhillips, and Chevron, have long-standing interests in Venezuela. 👉 The industry is seeking to control the terms of oil production and trade in Venezuela.

-- #AntoniaJuhasz #DonaldTrump #NicolásMaduro #MarcoRubio #VladimirPutin #MohammedbinSalman #Venezuela #Guyana #TrinidadandTobago #Suriname #Iraq #Greenland #Texas #Louisiana #Mississippi #world

SYRIA: DAMASCUS GOVERNMENT ATTACKS ON KURDISH NEIGHBORHOOD

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✍️ The Syrian government launched an attack on Kurdish neighborhoods in Aleppo, leading to clashes and displacement of civilians, amid a broader struggle over Syria's post-war political order and minority rights.

👉 Clashes erupted in northern Aleppo between the Syrian government and the Kurdish-led SDF 👉 At least 11 people killed and dozens wounded in the violence 👉 Over 46,000 people displaced from the affected areas 👉 Reports of severe food and water shortages in the neighborhoods 👉 The SDF is seeking constitutional guarantees for Kurdish autonomy and federalization 👉 The Syrian government has declared the neighborhoods as 'legitimate military targets'

-- #Ahmadal-Sharaa #MazloumAbdi #Fidan #Aleppo #SheikhMaqsoud #Achrafieh #Rojava #AutonomousAdministrationofNorthandEastSyria #Turkey #Iraq #EuphratesRivercorridor #northernSyria #world

WANT TO END WARS FOR OIL? DO A CLEAN ENERGY.

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✍️ US President Donald Trump's plans for Venezuela's oil industry are scrutinized, with experts questioning the feasibility and environmental impact of his proposals.

👉 Venezuela's oil reserves are the largest in the world, but the country's oil is considered 'shitty and bad' due to its high sulfur content. 👉 The cost of reviving Venezuela's oil production could be as high as $100 billion. 👉 The world is rapidly transitioning away from fossil fuels, making it a dying industry. 👉 Renewable energy sources like solar and wind power are a better option for the future. 👉 Trump's plans for Venezuela's oil industry are met with skepticism by experts.

-- #DonaldTrump #PaulSinger #NicolasMaduro #JoeBiden #BillMcKibben #RebeccaSolnit #PaashaMahdavi #Venezuela #UnitedStates #Gulf #Iraq #Guyana #China #Russia #Ukraine #Greenland #Europe #politics

TOPPLING MADURO WAS EASY — GOVERNING VENEZUELA COULD TRAP US FOR YEARS

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✍️ A former Defense Department adviser claims that the US lacks a clear governance framework for a potential post-Maduro transition in Venezuela.

👉 The US lacks a clear governance framework for a potential post-Maduro transition in Venezuela. 👉 The former adviser witnessed Iraq's planning for post-Saddam Hussein transition and emphasized the importance of having a well-defined framework for the transition.

-- #Maduro #Iraq #Venezuela #politics

WHAT WILL HAPPEN NEXT IN VENEZUELA? WE ASKED DAVID PETRAEUS.

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✍️ General David Petraeus discusses the capture of Nicolás Maduro and the possibility of working with the current government of Venezuela to avoid American boots on the ground.

👉 General Petraeus discusses the capture of Nicolás Maduro and the Trump administration's policy towards Venezuela 👉 He expresses his pleasure at seeing Maduro brought to justice 👉 He acknowledges the damage caused by Maduro to his country and the world 👉 He notes that the demonstration of US military capabilities is extraordinary 👉 He discusses the possibility of working with the current government of Venezuela

-- #DavidPetraeus #NicolásMaduro #BarackObama #DelcyRodríguez #DonaldTrump #Venezuela #Iraq #MiddleEast #politics

URGENT: AS FRAUD ALLEGATIONS SPIRAL, MINNESOTA GOVERNOR TIM WALZ QUITS HIS REELECTION BID

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✍️ Minnesota Governor Tim Walz dropped his bid for re-election after a 23-year-old citizen journalist exposed alleged fraud in state-funded daycare centers run by Somali immigrants.

👉 Minnesota Governor Tim Walz dropped his bid for re-election 👉 A 23-year-old citizen journalist exposed alleged fraud in state-funded daycare centers run by Somali immigrants 👉 The video has been viewed 138 million times 👉 Walz has been accused of being a "delusional conspiracy theorist" 👉 Growing anger over unchecked immigration 👉 Realization that waste and fraud in quasi-welfare programs has reached massive levels

-- #NickShirley #TimWalz #KamalaHarris #JoeBiden #Minnesota #Iraq #NewYork #California #politics

FROM SADDAM HUSSEIN TO MADURO

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✍️ Venezuela's Maduro is arrested, adding to a list of countries where the US has directly removed leaders from power, a pattern of consistent interventions.

👉 Venezuela's President Maduro has been arrested 👉 The US has a history of directly removing leaders from power 👉 The pattern of interventions combines military, legal, and diplomatic pressure

-- #Maduro #SaddamHussein #Venezuela #Iraq #politics

TRUMP HAS TRIED THIS — AND FAILED — IN VENEZUELA BEFORE

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✍️ The article discusses the US government's attempts to force a political transition in Venezuela, and how President Trump's actions are a repeat of previous failed attempts. It argues that Trump's approach is not only illegal but also incompetent and will likely strengthen the Venezuelan government.

👉 The Trump administration has attempted to force a political transition in Venezuela, but previous attempts have failed 👉 Trump's approach is not only illegal but also incompetent 👉 The administration ignores the complexities of the Venezuelan situation and the durability of the Bolivarian Revolution 👉 Trump's actions will likely strengthen the Venezuelan government and undermine the opposition 👉 Venezuela's communal structures, established by Hugo Chávez, are a key factor in the country's resilience 👉 Trump's approach is a repeat of previous failed attempts by the US government in Afghanistan, Iraq, and other countries

-- #DonaldTrump #NicolásMaduro #JuanGuaidó #DelcyRodríguez #AntónioGuterres #JimmyCarter #Venezuela #Afghanistan #Iraq #Mar-a-Lago #Norway #Slovakia #Cuba #UnitedStates #politics

WHAT DOES THE US ATTACK ON VENEZUELA MEAN FOR GASOLINE PRICES AND THE LARGEST PROVEN OIL RESERVES?

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✍️ The US administration of President Donald Trump has taken aim at Venezuela, a country with larger oil reserves than Iraq, holding around 303 billion barrels of black gold, which is roughly one-fifth of global reserves, according to official US sources, reports CNN.

👉 Venezuela has larger oil reserves than Iraq 👉 Venezuela has around 303 billion barrels of oil 👉 Oil reserves are roughly one-fifth of global reserves

-- #DonaldTrump #Venezuela #Iraq #USA #politics

THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S ATTACK ON VENEZUELA IS ILLEGAL AND UNWISE

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✍️ The article criticizes US President Trump's military actions in Venezuela, arguing that they are illegal and will only lead to more suffering for the Venezuelan people.

👉 The US has a history of destabilizing governments in Latin America 👉 Trump's actions in Venezuela are illegal and violate international law 👉 The US Constitution requires congressional approval for military actions 👉 The capture of President Maduro is part of a larger plan to dominate the region 👉 The US has no legitimate reason to intervene in Venezuela's internal affairs

-- #NicolásMaduro #JuanOrlandoHernández #BernieSanders #BarackObama #HillaryClinton #JohnKerry #RandPaul #LisaMurkowski #DonBacon #ThomasMassie #DavidFrench #MaríaCorinaMachado #GeorgeW.Bush #GeorgeH.W.Bush #ManuelNoriega #Venezuela #Caribbean #UnitedStates #Honduras #Chile #Cuba #Guatemala #Nicaragua #Libya #Iraq #MiddleEast #LatinAmerica #Panama #politics

TONY BLAIR’S GOVERNMENT DISCUSSED HOW TO INFLUENCE JOHN HOWARD TO COMMIT AUSTRALIAN TROOPS TO IRAQ

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✍️ Newly released UK cabinet papers reveal how the Blair government tried to influence Australian PM John Howard's decision to send troops to Iraq and Afghanistan.

👉 UK cabinet papers reveal how Blair government tried to influence Australian PM John Howard's decision 👉 Papers show discussion on how to 'influence' John Howard's decision on sending troops to Iraq 👉 Defense minister advised British leader to raise issue of Australian troop contribution to Afghanistan

-- #TonyBlair #JohnHoward #UK #Australia #Iraq #Afghanistan #politics

HIDDEN LAYERS OF IRAN-IRAQ GAS CUT

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✍️ Iran has used its soft power in Iraq through exporting gas and electricity, but weakening this tool could shift the balance of power in favor of rival players.

👉 Export of gas and electricity is a key tool of Iran's soft power in Iraq 👉 Weakening this tool could shift the balance of power in favor of rival players 👉 Iran's soft power in Iraq is a key aspect of its diplomacy

-- #FatemehKhademShirazi #Iran #Iraq #politics

NEW ISRAELI PERIPHERY DOCTRINE: ALLIANCE WITH MINORITY GROUPS

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✍️ Israeli foreign policy towards ethnic and minority groups in the Middle East is complex and multi-layered, rooted in security, geopolitical, and historical considerations.

👉 Israeli foreign policy towards ethnic and minority groups in the Middle East is complex and multi-layered 👉 Rooted in security, geopolitical, and historical considerations 👉 Includes interactions with non-state actors and minority groups 👉 Examples include the Kurds in Iraq, the Druze in Syria, and discussions surrounding the recognition of Somaliland

-- #مسعدسلیتی #MiddleEast #Iraq #Syria #Somaliland #politics

THE STELLAR MOMENT OF JOURNALISM AT THE PEAK OF CINEMA

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✍️ The article discusses the recognition of investigative journalism in the film industry, highlighting the Oscar-winning film 'Spotlight' and the documentary 'Cover-Up: a journalist in the trenches'.

👉 The 2016 Oscar win for 'Spotlight' marked a milestone in the recognition of investigative journalism in the film industry. 👉 The film 'Spotlight' tells the story of the Boston Globe's investigation into the Catholic Church's abuse scandal. 👉 The documentary 'Cover-Up: a journalist in the trenches' follows the life and work of Seymour M. Hersh, a legendary investigative journalist. 👉 Investigative journalism has a significant impact on society, shedding light on important issues and holding those in power accountable.

-- #MorganFreeman #TomMcCarthy #MartyBaron #WalterRobinson #LievSchreiber #MichaelKeaton #SeymourM.Hersh #LauraPoitras #EdwardSnowden #Boston #Vietnam #Iraq #UnitedStates #politics

THE PRESIDENT OF IRAN IS AT WAR ON A LARGE SCALE WITH THE US, ISRAEL AND EUROPE

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✍️ Iran's President Masud Pezeškijan declared that his country is in a large-scale war with the United States, Europe, and Israel, stating that the conflict is more severe than the one with Iraq in the 1980s.

👉 Iran is in a large-scale war with the US, Europe, and Israel 👉 The conflict is more severe than the one with Iraq in the 1980s

-- #MasudPezeškijan #Iran #UnitedStates #Europe #Israel #Iraq #politics

STRANGE: PRESIDENT TRUMP’S CHRISTMAS EVE CALL WITH TROOPS ABRUPTLY CUT OFF (VIDEO)

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✍️ President Trump made phone calls to US troops on Christmas Eve, thanking them for their service and discussing a $1,776 Christmas bonus.

👉 President Trump made phone calls to US troops on Christmas Eve 👉 Troops received a $1,776 Christmas bonus, which was tax-free 👉 The bonus was distributed almost all in time for Christmas 👉 Trump thanked the crew on the USS Gerald Ford in the Caribbean Sea 👉 The call was abruptly cut off at one point

-- #PresidentTrump #FirstLadyMelaniaTrump #US #Iraq #CaribbeanSea #politics

TRUMP’S CLAIMS TO VENEZUELAN OIL ARE PART OF BROADER ‘RESOURCE IMPERIALISM’, EXPERTS SAY

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✍️ Critics compare the US's actions in Venezuela to the Iraq war, citing similar rhetoric and interests.

👉 Critics compare US actions in Venezuela to the Iraq war 👉 Similar rhetoric and justifications used 👉 Focus on regime-change, security pretexts, and oil interests 👉 US accused Venezuela of being a threat to regional security due to drug-trafficking

-- #DonaldTrump #NicolásMaduro #Venezuela #Iraq #politics

IN THE IDF, WARNINGS: TENS OF THOUSANDS OF TROOPS ARE DEPLOYED THROUGHOUT THE MIDDLE EAST - AND WHAT IS IRAN PLANNING?

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✍️ Israel is concerned that Iran may use its proxies in Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, and Jordan as a launching pad for attacks on its rear

👉 Israel is concerned about Iran's use of proxies in neighboring countries 👉 The Israeli military is expanding its intelligence gathering 👉 Practicing scenarios from sea and land 👉 Updating its warning model in preparation for a possible escalation

-- #Israel #Iran #Iraq #Syria #Lebanon #Jordan #world

FROM SYRIA TO SOMALIA, US TROOPS REMAIN DEPLOYED THIS HOLIDAY SEASON UNDER MISSIONS THAT NEVER FORMALLY ENDED

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✍️ U.S. troops remain deployed in several countries, conducting operations in conflicts that have largely been forgotten by the American public.

👉 U.S. troops are deployed in Syria, Iraq, Somalia, and Yemen 👉 Troops are conducting raids and airstrikes in ongoing conflicts 👉 Conflicts have largely been forgotten by the American public

-- #Syria #Iraq #Somalia #Yemen #world

SEA CHANGE: THE DRIVE TO RESTORE MILLIONS OF OYSTERS ON THE NORFOLK COAST

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✍️ A journalist, Allie Wharf, has left her war reporting career to create Europe's largest natural oyster reef in north Norfolk coast.

👉 First mass deployment of mother reef bricks in the North Sea 👉 Aims to rebuild habitats and reshape the marine ecosystem 👉 Europe's largest natural oyster reef being created in north Norfolk coast

-- #AllieWharf #WillieAthill #NorthSea #northNorfolkcoast #Iraq #Afghanistan #Ukraine #Tanzania #environment