Middle East – Page 18 – THE OVAL CIRCLE

Deposed president Ghani expresses ‘deep and profound regret’ for fleeing Kabul, swears he did not steal millions of dollars

Posted on September 22, 2021September 22, 2021By Editor

Former Afghan president Ashraf Ghani has expressed “deep and profound regret” for how his presidency ended after he fled from Kabul as the Taliban encircled, and dismissed claims that he did a runner with millions of dollars. … Read More >Deposed president Ghani expresses ‘deep and profound regret’ for fleeing Kabul, swears he did not steal millions of dollars

‘We want justice under US law,’ father of 2yo daughter killed in Kabul drone strike tells RT

Posted on September 21, 2021September 21, 2021By Editor

Emal Akhmadi’s baby daughter was killed when the US mistook his family for terrorists in Kabul. The bereaved father told RT an apology and compensation will not be enough and said those responsible must stand trial under US law. … Read More >‘We want justice under US law,’ father of 2yo daughter killed in Kabul drone strike tells RT

Iran hails ‘historic’ naval mission in Atlantic Ocean, the waters of the ‘arrogant powers’

Posted on September 19, 2021September 19, 2021By Editor

The Iranian military has hailed the end of a successful mission in which its 77th strategic naval fleet ventured into the Atlantic for the first time, before returning to Iran, traveling some 45,000km (28,000 nautical miles). … Read More >Iran hails ‘historic’ naval mission in Atlantic Ocean, the waters of the ‘arrogant powers’

Taliban fighters disperse anti-Pakistan rally in Afghan capital Kabul (VIDEOS)

Posted on September 19, 2021September 19, 2021By Editor

Several hundred people gathered outside the Pakistani Embassy in Kabul on Tuesday to protest against what they see as Islamabad’s meddling in Afghan affairs. The rally was dispersed by Taliban fighters, who fired shots in the air. … Read More >Taliban fighters disperse anti-Pakistan rally in Afghan capital Kabul (VIDEOS)

Taliban announces formation of new government, including some ministers sanctioned and WANTED by US

Posted on September 19, 2021September 19, 2021By Editor

The Taliban has begun to fill government positions following its successful conquest of Afghanistan. Among the names are people still on the UN Security Council sanction list and a minister with a $5-million US bounty on his head. … Read More >Taliban announces formation of new government, including some ministers sanctioned and WANTED by US

Israeli warplanes bomb southern Gaza in nighttime airstrikes (VIDEO)

Posted on September 17, 2021September 17, 2021By Editor

Israel has launched an aerial attack on the Palestinian enclave of Gaza. Footage shared by Palestinian news outlets showed the night sky alight with flame as the Israeli jets pounded targets in the densely populated strip. … Read More >Israeli warplanes bomb southern Gaza in nighttime airstrikes (VIDEO)

Manhunt launched after 6 Palestinian militants escape high-security Israeli prison by tunnel through drainage system

Posted on September 17, 2021September 17, 2021By Editor

Six Palestinian militants are on the run after tunneling their way through a small opening in their cells in a high-security prison in northern Israel, which has prompted a manhunt from the police and military. … Read More >Manhunt launched after 6 Palestinian militants escape high-security Israeli prison by tunnel through drainage system

Israel to brief FDA on Covid-19 vaccine boosters as health experts seek data to back Biden’s 3rd jab rollout plan

Posted on September 17, 2021September 17, 2021By Editor

Israeli health officials have agreed to present data from their country’s rollout of Covid-19 vaccine booster shots to the FDA, potentially providing ammunition to help the Biden administration justify such a program in the US. … Read More >Israel to brief FDA on Covid-19 vaccine boosters as health experts seek data to back Biden’s 3rd jab rollout plan

Leader of Afghanistan’s ‘resistance’ group says he’s ready to talk with Taliban as they claim reaching Panjshir province capital

Posted on September 17, 2021September 17, 2021By Editor

Ahmad Massoud says he is ready to talk with the Taliban if it withdraws from Panjshir valley. The Taliban, meanwhile, claimed its forces have reached the capital of the province. … Read More >Leader of Afghanistan’s ‘resistance’ group says he’s ready to talk with Taliban as they claim reaching Panjshir province capital

Taliban orders commanders to disarm & arrest fighters for celebratory gunfire, says practice kills and maims civilians

Posted on September 16, 2021September 16, 2021By Editor

The Taliban has issued strict guidelines against its members who shoot in the skies at weddings and victory celebrations. The order came after reports that people were hurt in Kabul, Afghanistan by celebratory gunfire. … Read More >Taliban orders commanders to disarm & arrest fighters for celebratory gunfire, says practice kills and maims civilians