As tensions between Iran and Israel increase, Senator Tim Kaine (D-Va.) introduced legislation intended to restrict former President Donald Trump’s authority to unilaterally launch military actions against Iran should he return to office in 2025. The bill comes amid increasing worries that another prolonged Middle Eastern conflict may ensue without congressional authorization. Senator Kaine spoke...
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Iran Attacks Israeli Universities with Missile and Drone Attacks: Report
Recent Iranian missile and drone attacks against Israel have caused extensive damage to civilian and strategic infrastructure, including academic institutions. Of particular note was Weizmann Institute of Science Rehovot which sustained heavy damage as part of Iran’s aerial campaign – prompting alarm among many Israelis who fear Iran’s expanding aerial campaign against their nation. Early...
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Israeli Drone Attack Strikes LPG Tanks at Iranian Gas Refinery and Stokes Escalatory Fire Exchange
Covert Israeli drone strikes targeting LPG storage tanks at Iran’s Fajr Jam gas refinery has highlighted the escalated conflict between Israel and Iran, now entering an unprecedented next stage. Confirmed by Iran’s semi-official outlets, this operation marked an alarming shift away from military and nuclear assets to energy infrastructure attacks. Attack on Energy Infrastructure On...
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Pakistan Increases Defense Spending to Counter India Threats and Enhance Military Capabilities
Pakistan recently unveiled a 20% boost to its defence budget for 2025-26 fiscal year, allocating 2.55 trillion rupees (approximately US $9 billion). This marks one of the biggest military spending increases ever witnessed by any government. Pakistan IMF Supported Reforms Under an IMF-backed programme, Pakistan is expanding its tax base across agriculture, retail and real...
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Israel Kills Over 60 Palestinians Since Dawn
Since dawn today, Israeli military operations launched before dawn have resulted in the deaths of at least 61 Palestinians across Gaza — many seeking aid — since dawn according to Gaza health authorities and medical sources. The strikes–drawing international condemnation–were directed against humanitarian distribution sites or deeper into populated regions heightening fears of a mounting...
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Karachi Factory Blaze Enters Second Day as Firefighters Battle Relentless Flames
KARACHI, June 9, 2025 — A massive fire that erupted at an industrial factory in Karachi’s SITE area has continued into its second day, with firefighters struggling to contain the blaze amid soaring temperatures, limited access, and hazardous conditions. Authorities confirmed that at least seven workers are still unaccounted for, raising fears of casualties as...
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Israel Bombs Southern Syria After Missiles Land on Golan Heights
Israel has launched air and artillery strikes targeting military assets in southern Syria after two missiles, which may have originated from Syrian territory, hit Israeli-held Golan Heights yesterday and caused no casualties; their impact indicates an escalation in relations between both nations. On June 3rd, Israel’s military confirmed two rockets fired from Syria were launched...
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Gazans Struggle to Celebrate Eid al-Adha Amid War and Ruin
Palestinians in Gaza Strip are marking Eid al-Adha amid conflict and humanitarian crise in difficult circumstances, which has sapped this religious holiday of its joyous traditions and celebration.Eid al-Adha, or the Festival of Sacrifice, traditionally involves slaughtering livestock and sharing meat with those in need; then gathering for festive meals. But this year is different;...
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Palestinian Pursues Historic World Cup Qualification
Palestinian national football team stands on the cusp of history as they strive to qualify for their first ever FIFA World Cup tournament, 2026. Though facing severe obstacles such as regional conflicts and limited resources, their team remains committed and determined.Palestine currently sits fifth in Group B of the Asian qualifiers with six points from...
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Israel Withdraws Food Aid from Gaza Amid Starvation Crisis and Rising Civilian Casualties
Israel has suspended all humanitarian food distribution in Gaza for an entire day, deepening an already severe hunger crisis which international agencies fear is pushing the enclave towards famine. The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), an U.S. and Israeli-backed aid body which recently replaced the UN as its provider of assistance, announced on Wednesday the closure...