August 17, 2020 – Page 3 – THE OVAL CIRCLE

Scuffles, arrests in Jerusalem as people protest against PM Netanyahu for 8th consecutive week (VIDEO)

Posted on August 17, 2020August 17, 2020By Editor

Thousands rallied against Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday as anger over his alleged corruption and response to Covid-19 continues to boil in the streets. Several people were arrested when police dispersed protesters. … Read More >Scuffles, arrests in Jerusalem as people protest against PM Netanyahu for 8th consecutive week (VIDEO)

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Disturbing VIDEOS show fatal incident at Belarus rally. Opposition says protester was shot; officials insist he hurt himself

Posted on August 17, 2020August 17, 2020By Editor

Videos posted online show the chilling moment a young protester falls to the ground during clashes with police in Belarus. His death has sparked outrage across the country grappling with post-election protests. … Read More >Disturbing VIDEOS show fatal incident at Belarus rally. Opposition says protester was shot; officials insist he hurt himself

IDF carries out bombings of Gaza in retaliation for missile, incendiary balloon launches; new restrictions applied

Posted on August 17, 2020August 17, 2020By Editor

The Israeli military has launched airstrikes at “terror targets” in Gaza, responding to missile attacks coming from the Palestinian territory. This week marked an escalation of violence between Israel and Hamas. … Read More >IDF carries out bombings of Gaza in retaliation for missile, incendiary balloon launches; new restrictions applied

Lebanon will get US financial aid after blast only if it conducts ‘systemic reforms’ – official

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The US and its “international partners” will offer financial aid to Lebanon, which is struggling to deal with the economic fallout of the massive port blast — but only if it commits to “real change,” a senior US official said. … Read More >Lebanon will get US financial aid after blast only if it conducts ‘systemic reforms’ – official

Rockets fall inside Iraq’s Taji camp housing US-led coalition troops – reports

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At least two unguided rockets fell inside Iraq’s Taji military base that houses US troops, local media has reported, citing the country’s military. No information on damage or potential casualties was immediately available. … Read More >Rockets fall inside Iraq’s Taji camp housing US-led coalition troops – reports