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Responding to criticism from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu‘s Likud party that he failed to condemn a Hezbollah drone attack against the prime minister’s home in Caesarea for reasons of “petty politics,” Benny Gantz’s National Unity party called on the premier to “stop dealing in press statements and embarrassing videos.” “At a time when hundreds of rockets are being launched at the citizens of Israel … citizens are being murdered and soldiers are falling, the Prime Minister is busy with himself and the property tax,” the party stated. The Kan public broadcaster reported that property tax officials and a gardener had…
During Paris Fashion Week, Kylie Jenner made her runway debut, closing the Coperni show in a black strapless dress, but her appearance sparked controversy behind the scenes. According to a source from *Life & Style*, many professional models expressed frustration, claiming Kylie didn’t deserve to be on the runway. They argued that her presence was more about her fame and massive following than her modeling abilities. Despite receiving positive reviews, Kylie’s fellow models reportedly felt that her spot, especially closing such a prestigious show, was an attention-grabbing move by the brand. “The general sentiment was that Kylie hadn’t earned her…
Hezbollah’s Deputy Secretary-General Sheikh Naim Qassem has been residing in Tehran after fleeing Lebanon on an Iranian plane over two weeks ago, the UAE-based Erem News outlet reported, quoting an anonymous Iranian source. Qassem reportedly left Beirut on October 5 on the aircraft used by Tehran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi for a state visit to Lebanon and Syria. His transfer was ordered by top leaders of the Islamic Republic for fear of assassination by Israel, the source said Qassem has delivered three speeches since the death of Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah. While the first was recorded in Beirut, the…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused Iran and its proxy group, Hezbollah, of orchestrating an assassination attempt against him and his wife. The alleged plot involved a drone attack targeting his private residence in Caesarea on Saturday. Although Netanyahu and his wife were not present at the time of the incident, the prime minister did not hold back in his response, declaring that those responsible would face severe consequences. In a strong statement following the attack, Netanyahu said, “Iran’s proxies who tried to assassinate me and my wife today made a grave mistake.” He emphasized that such actions would…
Nepali workers in Malta are facing difficulties due to the lack of support from Nepal’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs in facilitating necessary services like passport renewal. Despite requests to send a mobile team to assist with services like passport renewal, the issue remains unresolved, according to Rems Khanal, President of the Non-Resident Nepali Association (NRNA) in Malta. According to him, to obtain temporary residency in Malta, one must renew their documents every year. For this renewal, the passport must have at least eight months of validity. However, due to the inability to renew their passports, about 200 Nepalis are now…
A drone was launched toward Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s residence in Caesarea on Saturday, raising tensions amid ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. According to Netanyahu’s office, neither the prime minister nor his wife was present at the time of the incident, and no injuries were reported. The Israeli military later confirmed that the drone, which originated from Lebanon, struck a structure in the area, though it was unclear whether Netanyahu’s residence was directly impacted. The Israeli military revealed that three drones had been launched from Lebanon on the same day, two of which were intercepted. Additionally, a barrage…
U.S. President Joe Biden and the German, French and British leaders have stressed the “immediate necessity” for ending the more than year-old war in Gaza between Israel and Hamas. Biden, Olaf Scholz, Emmanuel Macron and Keir Starmer in a joint statement said they agreed on “the immediate necessity to bring the hostages home to their families, for ending the war in Gaza, and ensure humanitarian aid reaches civilians.” The four leaders said they had “discussed events in the Middle East, in particular the implications of the death of Yahya Sinwar, who bears responsibility for the bloodshed of the October 7…
In a significant diplomatic move, leaders from the United States, United Kingdom, France, and Germany have agreed to send U.S. mediator Amos Hochstein to Beirut in an effort to broker peace and bring an end to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. During a meeting in Berlin on Friday, U.S. President Joe Biden, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, French President Emmanuel Macron, and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer reached a consensus to dispatch Hochstein with a potential solution aimed at achieving a ceasefire, according to a diplomatic source cited by *al-Liwaa* newspaper. Hochstein is expected to arrive in Beirut next…
The 76th Primetime Emmy Awards telecast on ABC drew nearly 7 million viewers, a 54% increase from the previous January’s record low of 4.3 million, and the highest since 2021. Sunday’s ceremony returned to its traditional mid-September slot after being delayed four months by Hollywood strikes. “Shogun,” “Hacks,” and “Baby Reindeer” were among the night’s top winners. The previous show, which aired on Fox in January, reached an all-time low of 4.3 million viewers. ABC’s latest broadcast, hosted by Eugene and Dan Levy, faced stiff competition from NFL football. The 2020 Emmys, held virtually during the pandemic, also struggled with…
Yahya Sinwar, the mastermind behind the brutal October 7 massacre that left over 1,200 dead and saw 250 people taken hostage, has reportedly been killed by the IDF during an operation in the Gaza Strip. His death, confirmed by multiple sources close to the matter, marks a significant blow to Hamas leadership. The IDF and Shin Bet announced that three terrorists were eliminated in the strike, and they are investigating whether one of them is Sinwar. DNA tests are currently underway, and although the identity is not yet fully confirmed, security officials believe Sinwar was indeed among those killed. Sinwar,…