Following Israel’s green light on the modified Qatari hostage deal, diplomats from Israel, the US, and mediating countries await Hamas’s decision with growing optimism
Speaking at a press conference on Monday, Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni said that the explosion, which occurred on Saturday at the bustling port in the southern city of Bandar Abbas, was caused by “shortcomings, including noncompliance with safety precautions and negligence”
The blast, which occurred on Saturday morning, has sent shockwaves across the country, sparking widespread mourning and anger. The explosion was so powerful that it caused fires to blaze throughout the port area, with thick black clouds of toxic chemicals lingering over the surrounding region
The US military has yet to comment on the incident, but it follows a series of airstrikes targeting Houthi-controlled areas since March 15, when US President Donald Trump ordered the escalation of airstrikes on the group
Each year, millions of tourists flock to the Pyramids of Giza to experience the awe-inspiring ancient structures and the Great Sphinx. However, for years, visitors have reported unpleasant experiences, including overcrowding, aggressive vendors, and concerns over animal cruelty
The Brotherhood, which has long maintained it operates as a peaceful movement, did not immediately issue a statement. However, it has previously denied any link to the recent allegations
The tremor, which hit at 12:49 local time (09:49 GMT), was followed by more than 50 aftershocks throughout the day, prompting many to spend the night outdoors in fear of further seismic activity
The company emphasized that the suspension of its domestic operations directly impacts its international presence. Blaban currently operates branches in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Morocco, Libya, Jordan, Oman, and Qatar
Security patrols in the holy city of Makkah apprehended the accused after discovering their involvement in advertising misleading Hajj services online. The campaigns falsely offered housing and transportation arrangements for pilgrims intending to perform Hajj within the sacred sites
The agreement marked the beginning of cooperation between both countries, considering all aspects of civil aviation development that paves the way for improved air connectivity.
“We will not accept partial deals that serve Netanyahu’s political agenda,” al-Hayya said, adding that Israel’s strategy aims to continue what he called a “war of extermination and starvation”
According to a statement from the US Central Command (CENTCOM), the strike aimed to “degrade the Houthis’ ability to fund and execute attacks” on commercial shipping routes in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden
Grossi’s comments came just hours before he arrived in Tehran, where he met with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in a bid to reinforce the IAEA’s role as the primary monitor of any future nuclear agreement
Following Israel’s green light on the modified Qatari hostage deal, diplomats from Israel, the US, and mediating countries await Hamas’s decision with growing optimism
IDF forces detained Iranian-linked terrorists during a covert operation in southern Syria, seizing grenades and firearms. This follows a series of military actions aimed at preventing hostile activity and ensuring security along Israel’s northern borders, particularly near the Golan Heights
A vessel operated by Saudi-owned ADES Holding capsized near Gabal El-Zeit in the Gulf of Suez, killing four people. Rescue operations are underway as three crew members remain missing. Navigation through the Suez Canal remains unaffected, officials confirmed