Huge crowds rally across West Asia, venting anger at Israel
Chants of "Death to Israel" and "Death to America" rang out from the sea of demonstrators as they marched in what Iranian state media called protests of "rage and victory."
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Over 650 Iranian Military Personnel, Civilians Killed In Israeli Strikes
Tehran: A US-based NGO said Friday that Israel's strikes against Iran have killed at least 657 people including civilians and members of the security forces, a toll based on sources and reports in Iran. The Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA) said that at least 263 civilians had been killed nationwide since Israel began its strikes on June 13. Among these, it said it had verified the identities of more than 20 children who have been killed, mostly in Tehran. It added that 164 members of the military had also been killed. The overall death toll includes 230 people who HRANA was unable to determine whether they were civilians or members of the security forces. More than 2,000 members of the security forces and civilians had been wounded as of early Friday, it added. The group said strikes had taken place in 21 of Iran's 31 provinces. HRANA is part of the Human Rights Activists NGO, which was set up inside Iran in 2005 but later shifted to the United States in the face of repression from the Iranian authorities. It publishes dozens of reports a day, outlining human rights violations inside Iran. Israel said its campaign was aimed at halting Tehran from obtaining an atomic bomb, an ambition Iran denies having. Iranian authorities said Sunday that Israeli strikes had killed at least 224 people, including military commanders, nuclear scientists and civilians. It has not issued an updated toll since then. Iranian strikes launched in response have also caused damage in Israel, where at least 25 people have been killed and hundreds wounded, according to the authorities.
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Maersk Suspends Shipping to Haifa amid Ongoing Israel-Iran Conflict
Taarek Refaat Maersk, the world's second-largest shipping company, has announced the suspension of all ship calls to the Israeli port of Haifa due to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran. The decision comes as the situation in the region continues to escalate, raising concerns about the safety of international shipping routes. In a statement released on Friday, Maersk confirmed that its vessels would no longer dock at the Port of Haifa, citing the growing risks posed by the conflict and the safety of its crew members as the primary reasons for the move. The company emphasized that the suspension was a temporary measure, taken to mitigate potential hazards amid the hostilities. "Given the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, and the potential risks associated with docking at Israeli ports, we have made the decision to temporarily suspend the calls of Maersk-operated ships at the Port of Haifa," the company stated. "We will continue to operate as usual, with no further disruptions to our operations in the region." Maersk's suspension of services to Haifa does not mean a complete withdrawal from Israeli ports, however. The company confirmed that its vessels will continue to call at the southern port of Ashdod, located further from the conflict zone. Escalating Tensions in the Middle East The decision follows a dramatic escalation of hostilities between Israel and Iran, which intensified on June 13 when Israel launched airstrikes against Iran. The Israeli government claimed it had intelligence indicating that Iran's nuclear program was nearing what it described as the "point of no return." In retaliation, Iran launched a series of missile strikes on Israeli cities, marking a significant escalation in the conflict. According to official reports, Israeli airstrikes have resulted in at least 224 deaths in Iran since the start of the conflict. On the Israeli side, Iranian missile attacks have killed 25 people. The toll of the war continues to rise, with both sides exchanging fire in an increasingly volatile region. Global Disruptions and Airline Cancellations In addition to disruptions in maritime shipping, the conflict has also impacted global air travel. On June 15, Israeli airline El Al announced the cancellation of several flights to European cities, as well as destinations in Tokyo and Moscow, due to the threat of Iranian missile attacks. The airline's move reflects the growing uncertainty and risk for both commercial aviation and shipping in the region. As the conflict rages on, international companies like Maersk and others in the global logistics industry are closely monitoring the situation. The broader geopolitical consequences of the war have raised concerns over the stability of critical shipping lanes and air routes, further exacerbating tensions in a region already fraught with instability. Looking Ahead The conflict between Israel and Iran shows no signs of abating, and the impact on global commerce continues to deepen. As companies like Maersk reassess their operational strategies and take precautions to ensure the safety of their personnel and assets, the broader international community remains vigilant, hoping for a de-escalation of tensions in the Middle East. For now, Maersk's suspension of its calls to Haifa highlights the growing complexities and risks of doing business in a region marked by uncertainty and open conflict. The situation is being closely watched, with many industries bracing for further disruptions. read more CBE: Deposits in Local Currency Hit EGP 5.25 Trillion Morocco Plans to Spend $1 Billion to Mitigate Drought Effect Gov't Approves Final Version of State Ownership Policy Document Egypt's Economy Expected to Grow 5% by the end of 2022/23- Minister Qatar Agrees to Supply Germany with LNG for 15 Years Business Oil Prices Descend amid Anticipation of Additional US Strategic Petroleum Reserves Business Suez Canal Records $704 Million, Historically Highest Monthly Revenue Business Egypt's Stock Exchange Earns EGP 4.9 Billion on Tuesday Business Wheat delivery season commences on April 15 News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream News Shell Unveils Cost-Cutting, LNG Growth Plan Technology 50-Year Soviet Spacecraft 'Kosmos 482' Crashes into Indian Ocean News 3 Killed in Shooting Attack in Thailand
Iraqi News
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Arab ministers meet in Istanbul at Iraq's request over Iran-Israel conflict
Istanbul ( – Arab foreign ministers convened in Istanbul on Friday for an emergency meeting requested by Iraq to address the escalating Iran-Israel conflict and its potential impact on regional stability. The meeting came ahead of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) summit scheduled for the weekend and focused on the ongoing air war, which began on June 13 when Israel launched strikes, claiming Iran was nearing nuclear weapons capability. Tehran responded with immediate retaliatory attacks, marking the most serious confrontation between the two rivals to date. The Istanbul talks aimed to form a unified Arab position on the crisis and explore ways to contain further escalation. Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held separate talks in Geneva with his British, French, and German counterparts before joining the broader OIC discussions.
