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Saba Yemen
8 hours ago
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Baghaei: Zionist war crimes result of regime's continued impunity
Tehran – Saba: Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baghaei confirmed on Friday that the Zionist regime's attack on an ambulance in Tehran is a war crime. In a post on X platform, Baghaei considered the normalization of Zionist war crimes a result of the regime's continued impunity, according to the Iranian Mehr News Agency. He said: "Today, another example of the Zionist regime's flagrant violation of international humanitarian law occurred when a Red Crescent ambulance was targeted in Tehran, resulting in the martyrdom of three paramedics. This is a deliberate murder." Baghaei added: "Under the four Geneva Conventions, attacks on aid workers, medical personnel, and relief vehicles carrying out humanitarian missions are strictly prohibited and are considered war crimes." He continued: "The Zionist regime has a long history of attacking medical facilities, aid convoys, and medical personnel." He added, "As a result of the continued impunity of the Israeli regime, serious violations of international humanitarian law have become commonplace. This is the result of the indifference and inaction of authorities legally and morally obligated to speak out and take action." The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman emphasized that the UN Security Council must act immediately, in accordance with its responsibilities under the UN Charter, to halt the aggression and prevent further crimes. He continued, "All countries, including Switzerland as the depositary of the Geneva Documents, the International Committee of the Red Cross, the Human Rights Council, the World Health Organization, and other relevant international bodies, have a shared responsibility to ensure compliance with international humanitarian law." Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
CNN
12 hours ago
- Climate
- CNN
5 things to know for June 20: Israel-Iran, Hurricane Erick, National Guard, Minnesota shooting, Serial rapist
Raging wars. Climate change. Natural disasters. Global pandemics. These issues and others have some preparing for the worst. They're stockpiling food and water, purchasing guns and medicines, assembling 'bug-out bags' and listening to survivalist podcasts. Yet despite what you might imagine when someone says the word 'prepper,' many of these people are liberals. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and On with Your Day. Get '5 Things' in your inbox If your day doesn't start until you're up to speed on the latest headlines, then let us introduce you to your new favorite morning fix. Sign up here for the '5 Things' newsletter. The weeklong conflict between Israel and Iran shows no signs of de-escalation. Israel's military said it struck dozens of targets in Iran overnight, including missile production sites and a nuclear research facility in Tehran. Iran's Red Crescent Society said five hospitals were damaged as a result of Israeli strikes. An Iranian missile was intercepted over Israel, but the fall of munitions reportedly caused several fires in Beer Sheva. Iran also issued an evacuation warning to Israel's Channel 14 news, which it claims is Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's 'propaganda channel.' On Thursday, the White House said that President Donald Trump will decide whether to launch a US strike on Iran within the next two weeks, and in the meantime, diplomatic efforts may proceed. However, Iran has said that it will not engage in further talks with the US until the Israeli attacks end. Erick slammed into Mexico's Oaxaca state yesterday as a dangerous Category 3 storm. The hurricane unleashed powerful 125 mph winds at the coast and dumped heavy rains inland. Although official damage reports are still pending, photos from the region showed the storm had affected homes, businesses, beaches and boats. Erick is the first major hurricane — Category 3 or greater — on record to hit Mexico before July. As it tracks through Mexico's steep mountains, the storm is expected to quickly deteriorate and should dissipate by early Friday. A federal appeals court has granted a request from President Trump to maintain control of roughly 4,000 National Guardsmen from California. In an unsigned ruling, the 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals rejected arguments by Gov. Gavin Newsom that the president had violated federal law when he seized control of part of the state's militia to quell anti-ICE protests in Los Angeles. Last week, senior US District Judge Charles Breyer ruled that Trump had not satisfied any of the requirements that must be met to call up a state's National Guard and that the demonstrations did not constitute an insurrection. More legal wrangling over how Trump is using the guardsmen is expected during a hearing this afternoon. Minnesota State Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette Hoffman, shared details of the harrowing attack that left them critically injured. Around 2 a.m. last Saturday, the Hoffmans were asleep at home when they heard someone pounding on their front door who identified himself as a police officer. But when the couple and their adult daughter, Hope, opened the door, the man began shooting. The state senator lunged at the gunman and was shot nine times. When his wife tried to push the man and shut the door, she was shot eight times. Hope Hoffman managed to get the door closed and locked, then called 911. After undergoing several surgeries, John Hoffman is now in critical but stable condition; Yvette Hoffman is in stable condition as well. The gunman also shot and killed state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, that same night. Authorities later arrested Vance Boelter for the attacks. One of the worst sex offenders in UK history is going to prison. Zhenhao Zou, 28, who was convicted of sexually assaulting 10 women in the UK and China, was sentenced on Thursday to life behind bars with a minimum term of 24 years. According to prosecutors, Zou would use dating apps to find his victims. He would invite the women to his apartment, then drug and rape them. Zou also filmed some of the attacks using his cell phone and hidden cameras. In March, he was found guilty of rape, false imprisonment, voyeurism and several other offenses, including the possession of extreme pornographic images and the possession of a controlled drug with intent to commit a sexual offense. Police said there could be more than 50 other victims. Game 7, baby!The Indiana Pacers defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder last night, 108-91, and forced a Game 7 of the NBA Finals. The matchup will take place Sunday at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. Beaned in the dugoutTampa Bay Rays pitcher Hunter Bigge was in the dugout on Thursday night when a foul ball struck him in the cheek. The 27-year-old right-hander flashed a thumbs-up sign as he was carted off the field in a medical cart. 'Sorry for what happened'Golfer Wyndham Clark has expressed regret for his behavior last weekend at the US Open. The course at Oakmont Country Club frustrated many of the world's best golfers. A 'life-changing' raiseThe Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders have received a 400% pay increase, according to the docuseries 'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders.' Previously, many of the cheerleaders had to work second jobs just to make ends meet. He's back!After being banned last year, champion eater Joey Chestnut is returning to the Nathan's Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest. Will he set a new record? Which volcano erupted this week, sending an enormous ash column into the sky?A. Mount St. HelensB. Mount RainierC. Mount Lewotobi Laki LakiD. Mount Doom Take me to the quiz! 70That's how many captive-bred Southern white rhinos — the world's second-largest land mammal — were transported 2,100 miles from South Africa to the Akagera National Park in Rwanda as part of an initiative to 'rewild' them. 'Now I believe that it is a national security interest of the United States for Iran not to have a bomb, but I don't believe that will be achieved by the United States getting dragged into a war with Iran. And I hope that the Congress will vote against that.' — Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna, who is co-sponsoring a bill with Republican Rep. Thomas Massie to limit President Trump's ability to get involved militarily in the conflict between Israel and Iran. Check your local forecast here>>> Look, up in the sky!An astrophotographer recently traveled to West Penwith, England, to witness the beauty of a truly dark night sky.
CNN
13 hours ago
- Climate
- CNN
5 things to know for June 20: Israel-Iran, Hurricane Erick, National Guard, Minnesota shooting, Serial rapist
Raging wars. Climate change. Natural disasters. Global pandemics. These issues and others have some preparing for the worst. They're stockpiling food and water, purchasing guns and medicines, assembling 'bug-out bags' and listening to survivalist podcasts. Yet despite what you might imagine when someone says the word 'prepper,' many of these people are liberals. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and On with Your Day. Get '5 Things' in your inbox If your day doesn't start until you're up to speed on the latest headlines, then let us introduce you to your new favorite morning fix. Sign up here for the '5 Things' newsletter. The weeklong conflict between Israel and Iran shows no signs of de-escalation. Israel's military said it struck dozens of targets in Iran overnight, including missile production sites and a nuclear research facility in Tehran. Iran's Red Crescent Society said five hospitals were damaged as a result of Israeli strikes. An Iranian missile was intercepted over Israel, but the fall of munitions reportedly caused several fires in Beer Sheva. Iran also issued an evacuation warning to Israel's Channel 14 news, which it claims is Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's 'propaganda channel.' On Thursday, the White House said that President Donald Trump will decide whether to launch a US strike on Iran within the next two weeks, and in the meantime, diplomatic efforts may proceed. However, Iran has said that it will not engage in further talks with the US until the Israeli attacks end. Erick slammed into Mexico's Oaxaca state yesterday as a dangerous Category 3 storm. The hurricane unleashed powerful 125 mph winds at the coast and dumped heavy rains inland. Although official damage reports are still pending, photos from the region showed the storm had affected homes, businesses, beaches and boats. Erick is the first major hurricane — Category 3 or greater — on record to hit Mexico before July. As it tracks through Mexico's steep mountains, the storm is expected to quickly deteriorate and should dissipate by early Friday. A federal appeals court has granted a request from President Trump to maintain control of roughly 4,000 National Guardsmen from California. In an unsigned ruling, the 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals rejected arguments by Gov. Gavin Newsom that the president had violated federal law when he seized control of part of the state's militia to quell anti-ICE protests in Los Angeles. Last week, senior US District Judge Charles Breyer ruled that Trump had not satisfied any of the requirements that must be met to call up a state's National Guard and that the demonstrations did not constitute an insurrection. More legal wrangling over how Trump is using the guardsmen is expected during a hearing this afternoon. Minnesota State Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette Hoffman, shared details of the harrowing attack that left them critically injured. Around 2 a.m. last Saturday, the Hoffmans were asleep at home when they heard someone pounding on their front door who identified himself as a police officer. But when the couple and their adult daughter, Hope, opened the door, the man began shooting. The state senator lunged at the gunman and was shot nine times. When his wife tried to push the man and shut the door, she was shot eight times. Hope Hoffman managed to get the door closed and locked, then called 911. After undergoing several surgeries, John Hoffman is now in critical but stable condition; Yvette Hoffman is in stable condition as well. The gunman also shot and killed state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, that same night. Authorities later arrested Vance Boelter for the attacks. One of the worst sex offenders in UK history is going to prison. Zhenhao Zou, 28, who was convicted of sexually assaulting 10 women in the UK and China, was sentenced on Thursday to life behind bars with a minimum term of 24 years. According to prosecutors, Zou would use dating apps to find his victims. He would invite the women to his apartment, then drug and rape them. Zou also filmed some of the attacks using his cell phone and hidden cameras. In March, he was found guilty of rape, false imprisonment, voyeurism and several other offenses, including the possession of extreme pornographic images and the possession of a controlled drug with intent to commit a sexual offense. Police said there could be more than 50 other victims. Game 7, baby!The Indiana Pacers defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder last night, 108-91, and forced a Game 7 of the NBA Finals. The matchup will take place Sunday at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. Beaned in the dugoutTampa Bay Rays pitcher Hunter Bigge was in the dugout on Thursday night when a foul ball struck him in the cheek. The 27-year-old right-hander flashed a thumbs-up sign as he was carted off the field in a medical cart. 'Sorry for what happened'Golfer Wyndham Clark has expressed regret for his behavior last weekend at the US Open. The course at Oakmont Country Club frustrated many of the world's best golfers. A 'life-changing' raiseThe Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders have received a 400% pay increase, according to the docuseries 'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders.' Previously, many of the cheerleaders had to work second jobs just to make ends meet. He's back!After being banned last year, champion eater Joey Chestnut is returning to the Nathan's Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest. Will he set a new record? Which volcano erupted this week, sending an enormous ash column into the sky?A. Mount St. HelensB. Mount RainierC. Mount Lewotobi Laki LakiD. Mount Doom Take me to the quiz! 70That's how many captive-bred Southern white rhinos — the world's second-largest land mammal — were transported 2,100 miles from South Africa to the Akagera National Park in Rwanda as part of an initiative to 'rewild' them. 'Now I believe that it is a national security interest of the United States for Iran not to have a bomb, but I don't believe that will be achieved by the United States getting dragged into a war with Iran. And I hope that the Congress will vote against that.' — Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna, who is co-sponsoring a bill with Republican Rep. Thomas Massie to limit President Trump's ability to get involved militarily in the conflict between Israel and Iran. Check your local forecast here>>> Look, up in the sky!An astrophotographer recently traveled to West Penwith, England, to witness the beauty of a truly dark night sky.
Days of Palestine
a day ago
- Politics
- Days of Palestine
Israel Turns Its Hospitals into Human Shields for Military Infrastructure
DayofPal– Iran's recent ballistic missile strike on southern occupied Palestine has revealed that Israel is protecting its military infrastructure and dangerously placing them close to civilian facilities, particularly hospitals. Israeli officials and media outlets rushed to suggest that Soroka Medical Center was a direct target of the Iranian attack this morning. The hospital's director then announced the evacuation of some patients and urged the public to avoid the area. Meanwhile, the Southern District Police Chief stated that rescue teams were searching for a missing person inside the hospital, further feeding the impression of a targeted strike at the hospital. Yet, videos shared by Israeli settlers from within and around the hospital tell a different story. None of the footage captures a direct hit on the hospital itself. Instead, the recordings show limited structural damage caused by the shockwaves of a nearby explosion, not by an explosiob within the hospital compound. Iran's official news agency clarified that the actual target was a military facility adjacent to Soroka, housing thousands of Israeli soldiers, digital command systems, and advanced cyberwarfare units. This indicates the strike was aimed not at a healthcare institution, but at a strategically significant military site masquerading behind civilian infrastructure. Despite this, Israeli media outlets persisted in pushing the narrative that Soroka Hospital was the intended target, a claim swiftly contradicted by a military gag order prohibiting the publication of sensitive details about the location. This inconsistency highlights the ongoing attempt by Israeli authorities to obscure the military nature of the targeted site. Using civilian facilities as shields for military assets is a longstanding tactic of the Israeli occupation. Hospitals, residential neighborhoods, and vital infrastructure have been systematically militarized, with their civilian façade used as both a political shield and moral alibi. This hypocrisy becomes even more glaring when compared to Israel's conduct in Gaza, where hospitals are repeatedly bombed and medical teams, including those of the Red Crescent in Lebanon, are targeted. Meanwhile, Israel accuses Palestinian resistance groups of 'hiding' among civilians, conveniently ignoring its own habit of embedding critical military sites in densely populated urban areas. During Saturday's Iranian strike, the contradiction reached a crescendo. Missiles hit various targets in the heart of Israel, particularly in the Tel Aviv metropolitan area. According to a Fox News correspondent, one missile struck the Kirya compound, home to the Israeli Ministry of Defense and the army General Staff headquarters, right in the center of Tel Aviv. This episode underscores a disturbing truth that Israel's key military and intelligence institutions, from the Ministry of Defense and military command centers to Mossad and Shin Bet headquarters, are not hidden away in isolated military zones, but deeply embedded within bustling civilian neighborhoods. These areas are surrounded by shopping malls, universities, homes, and public parks, turning any military escalation into a direct threat to the lives of Israeli civilians. So while Israel decries supposed attacks on its hospitals, it simultaneously places its most sensitive military assets beside, and within, those same hospitals. It's a dangerous game of strategic positioning, where civilian lives are leveraged as protective buffers for war infrastructure. Shortlink for this post:
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Israel–Iran conflict: Trump doesn't confirm strike on Iran; Tehran 'committed to diplomacy'– Key updates
AP photo Tensions between Iran and Israel continued as the conflict entered its seventh day with airstrikes, missile fire, and growing international concern. Israel says it has targeted key nuclear-related sites in Tehran, while Iran has launched a limited missile response. Here are the latest developments in the conflict: Trump: 'I may do it, I may not.' Trump again refused to say whether he would order a strike on Iran. 'I have a plan for everything… anything could happen,' he said. Despite the escalation, Trump added that his decisions were not yet final and that 'things change—especially with war.' He further said he may meet Iranian officials but claimed it was "too late" for talks. "They should have taken the deal. We spoke for 60 days. Now they wish they had," he said. Situation Room Meeting Trump held a Situation Room meeting on Thursday to discuss the conflict, which lasted about an hour. Officials didn't confirm who attended or what decisions were made. European powers to meet Iran Senior diplomats from Germany, France, the United Kingdom, and the European Union will hold nuclear talks with Iranian officials on Friday in Switzerland. The meeting comes at a tense moment, with US President Donald Trump still undecided on whether to authorise American military support for Israeli strikes targeting Iran's nuclear programme, an official told AP. Hundreds dead in Israeli strikes Explosions echoed across Tehran on Wednesday as Israel launched three waves of airstrikes on the Iranian capital. Less than a week into the conflict, Israeli forces now claim they have full control of the skies over Tehran. Footage from Tehran also showed smoke rising from areas near a police building and a Red Crescent facility. According to the Washington-based group Human Rights Activists, at least 639 people have been killed and 1,329 injured in the Israeli strikes across Iran. The group reported that among the dead are 263 civilians and 154 members of Iran's security forces. Iran launches missiles Iran fired a small number of missiles at Israel, according to the IDF. No casualties or damage were reported. Air defences intercepted the missiles, and sirens were heard in central Israel, including Jerusalem, it said. India evacuates citizens India's Operation Sindhu began with an evacuation flight carrying 110 Indian citizens from Yerevan, Armenia, landing safely in New Delhi. The Ministry of External Affairs earlier confirmed that Indian students in Tehran had been moved to safety with help from the Indian Embassy. Internet blackout in Iran Iran is facing a near-total internet blackout, according to NetBlocks. The communication ministry blamed Israel for 'abusing the network,' while Iranian media reported that Israeli hackers briefly hijacked state TV, airing protest footage. 'Iran's committed to d i plomacy' Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran remains committed to diplomacy but reserves the right to defend itself. "Iran only retaliated against the Israeli regime. We haven't targeted those supporting it,' he wrote on X. He called Israel 'illegitimate' and repeated Iran's stance of 'self-defence, not aggression.' Putin offers to mediate Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that Moscow could help negotiate a peaceful settlement between Israel and Iran. Speaking to global media heads, Putin said Russia had shared proposals with Tehran, Tel Aviv and Washington. 'We are not imposing anything,' he said. 'We are only showing how we see a way out. The final decision lies with the political leadership of each country—especially Iran and Israel.'
