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Israel Vows to Eliminate Hamas Leaders
MENAFN
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September 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Israel is resolute in its mission to eliminate Hamas leadership wherever they may be and will persist until every one of them is dead, Israeli Envoy to the United States Yechiel Leiter declared to Fox News on Tuesday. Earlier that day,...
Syria's Leader Set to Participate in 80th UN General Assembly
MENAFN
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September 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa is set to attend the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly and the “High-Level Week” in New York from September 22-30. Al-Sharaa will be joined by Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani...
Egypt, Tunisia Hold Talks on Boosting Bilateral Cooperation
MENAFN
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September 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi held high-level talks in Cairo on Wednesday with Tunisian Prime Minister Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri, focusing on strengthening bilateral cooperation and aligning regional strategies, according to a...
Syrian leader to participate in UN General assembly in NY
MENAFN
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September 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa is set to attend the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, which will run from September 22 to 30 and include the annual High-Level Week. He will be accompanied by Foreign...
Iran Rules Out Defense Negotiations in Nuclear Talks
MENAFN
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September 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Iran on Monday categorically ruled out any negotiations involving its defense capabilities as part of efforts to reach a nuclear deal with the United States. “This is a principle that is non-negotiable and untouchable,” Foreign Ministry...
POLL: Most American Voters Would Accept U.S.-Backed Israeli-Palestinian Peace
EIN Presswire
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September 12, 2025
Over 9 in 10 US Voters Would Accept U.S.-Backed Israeli-Palestinian Peace Deal that combines Israeli-Arab normalization with recognizing Palestinian state WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 12, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Ahead of expected...
Minister Ronald Lamola: Briefing to Parliament on South Africa vs Israel case at the ICJ
South African Government
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September 12, 2025
South Africa vs Israel case at the ICJ Chairpersons of the Portfolio Committee on International Relations and Cooperation and the Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional Development Honourable Members of both Committees Thank you for...
International Relations and Cooperation condemns Israeli attack on Qatari territory
South African Government
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September 12, 2025
The South African Government unequivocally condemns the illegal and unprovoked attack carried out by the Israeli Defence Force in Doha, Qatar, which targeted a civilian building in a residential area, which purportedly housed members of the...
Reports reveal Trump’s intense phone call with Israel’s PM
MENAFN
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September 11, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump reportedly had a tense phone conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday, expressing his “deep frustration” at being surprised by Israel’s strike on Hamas representatives in Qatar....
EU Halts Financial Support to Israel Over Gaza Siege
MENAFN
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September 11, 2025
(MENAFN) The European Union will halt its bilateral aid programs with Israel and freeze corresponding payments due to the ongoing siege of Gaza, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen declared on Wednesday. Von der Leyen emphasized...
Qatar Pursues Legal Action Against Israel Following Airstrike
MENAFN
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September 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Qatar announced Thursday it has initiated legal proceedings in response to what it described as an Israeli assault on its territory, marking a significant escalation in diplomatic tensions between the Gulf state and Tel Aviv. Addressing...
Japanese Lawmakers Press Government for Palestinian State Recognition
MENAFN
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September 11, 2025
(MENAFN) A coalition of Japanese lawmakers pressed the government on Thursday to officially recognize Palestinian statehood, according to local reports. A cross-party group, including members from the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, submitted a...
UN Praises Iran-IAEA Breakthrough Deal
MENAFN
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September 11, 2025
(MENAFN) The United Nations has issued a statement of support for a new deal between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) that will permit the re-establishment of nuclear inspections. The spokesperson for the UN...
Saudi Arabia Hails Iran-IAEA Agreement
MENAFN
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September 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Saudi Arabia on Wednesday praised the newly reached agreement between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) aimed at resuming cooperative nuclear inspections, emphasizing its support for initiatives that reduce regional...
Netherlands Moves to Ban Goods From Israeli Settlements
MENAFN
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September 11, 2025
(MENAFN) The Netherlands is moving swiftly toward imposing a national ban on products originating from illegal Israeli settlements, according to an announcement by Dutch Foreign Minister David van Weel during a tense parliamentary session late...
Merz condemns Israel’s violations of international law
MENAFN
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September 11, 2025
(MENAFN) German Chancellor Friedrich Merz strongly criticized Israel on Wednesday for breaching international law and conducting aggressive military operations, stating that Berlin will consult with EU partners before deciding on any potential...
Merz Condemns Israel’s Recent Actions
MENAFN
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September 11, 2025
(MENAFN) German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Wednesday strongly rebuked Israel for what he described as breaches of international law and aggressive military operations in the region. He noted that Berlin would await consultations with EU partners...
Spain, Ireland Hail EU New Sanctions on Israel
MENAFN
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September 11, 2025
(MENAFN) Spain and Ireland on Wednesday expressed strong support for European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s announcement of new punitive measures against Israel due to its ongoing offensive in Gaza. Spanish Foreign Minister Jose...
UK PM Denounces Israel’s Airstrike on Qatar
MENAFN
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September 11, 2025
(MENAFN) British Prime Minister Keir Starmer met Israeli President Isaac Herzog at Downing Street on Wednesday, where he sharply denounced Israel’s recent airstrike in Doha, Qatar, calling it "completely unacceptable," according to a Downing...
South Africa Denounces Israeli Strike in Doha
MENAFN
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September 11, 2025
(MENAFN) South Africa has strongly criticized an “illegal and unprovoked” assault executed by the Israeli Defence Force in Doha, Qatar, which struck a civilian structure situated in a residential district. Pretoria’s firm position mirrors a...