Thousands of demonstrators flooded the streets in major cities worldwide, calling for an end to the violence in Gaza and the broader Middle East as the first anniversary of Israel’s conflict in the Palestinian enclave nears.
Israeli soldiers advance in armored personnel carriers (APCs) close to the Israeli-Gaza border, with smoke billowing into the sky from the Gaza Strip, as observed from southern Israel on Sunday, January 21, 2024. | Photo Credit: AP
Powerful explosions rocked Beirut’s southern suburbs late Saturday as Israel intensified its bombardment in Lebanon, also striking a Palestinian refugee camp in the north for the first time while targeting both Hezbollah and Hamas fighters.
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Approximately 40,000 pro-Palestinian protesters marched through central London, with thousands more gathering in cities like Paris, Rome, Manila, Cape Town, and New York City. Demonstrations also took place near the White House in Washington, voicing opposition to U.S. support for its ally Israel in military operations in Gaza and Lebanon.
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Thousands of individuals in Lebanon, including Palestinian refugees, continued to escape the escalating conflict in the area, as demonstrations took place globally to commemorate the upcoming anniversary of the onset of the war in Gaza.
The intense explosions started near midnight and persisted into Sunday after Israel’s military advised residents to evacuate regions in Dahiyeh, the mainly Shiite cluster of suburbs located on the southern outskirts of Beirut.
Israel’s military confirmed that it was targeting locations near Beirut and reported that approximately 30 projectiles had entered Israeli territory from Lebanon, with several being intercepted.
The Health Ministry in Gaza, which is governed by Hamas, reported on Saturday (October 5, 2024) that at least 41,825 individuals have died during nearly a year of conflict between Israel and Palestinian militants.
October 06, 2024, 13:29
Lebanon PM Calls for ‘Pressure on Israel’ for Ceasefire Amid New Strikes
Lebanon’s Prime Minister Najib Mikati urged for increased “pressure on Israel” to establish a ceasefire as another Israeli strike targeted the southern suburbs of the capital today.
Mikati expressed his support for U.S. and French initiatives aimed at securing a truce, while the official National News Agency reported a strike occurring south of Beirut. An AFP journalist reported hearing a massive explosion and witnessing thick columns of smoke rising from the impact site.
October 06, 2024, 13:10
Iran’s Oil Minister Visits Strategic Oil Terminal Amid Fears of Israeli Strikes
Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad arrived on Kharg Island, as reported by the oil ministry’s news site Shana today, amid rising concerns that Israel might target the nation’s largest oil terminal located there.
An Israeli military spokesperson stated on Saturday that Israel would retaliate “when the time is right” following last week’s missile strike from Tehran. After Iran’s attack, Axios reported that Israeli officials indicated potential strikes on Iran’s oil facilities in response. U.S. President Joe Biden noted on Friday that he did not believe Israel had yet determined its course of action.
According to Shana, “Paknejad arrived this morning to tour the oil facilities and meet with the operational staff on Kharg Island,” which has the capacity to store 23 million barrels of crude oil.
October 06, 2024, 12:32
Israeli Army Claims Surrounding of Gaza’s Jabaliya as Hamas Begins Rebuilding Efforts
The Israeli military announced on Sunday that its forces have surrounded the Jabaliya region in northern Gaza in response to signs that Hamas is attempting to rebuild despite nearly a year of ongoing strikes and conflict.
In a statement, the military reported, “The troops of the 401st Brigade and the 460th Brigade have successfully encircled the area and are currently continuing their operations there.”
The military cited intelligence suggesting the “presence of terrorists and terror infrastructure in the Jabaliya area… along with Hamas’s efforts to restore its operational capabilities in the region.”
“Before and during the operation, the IAF (Israeli Air Force) struck numerous military targets in the area to support IDF (Israel Defense Forces) ground troops,” the military added, specifying that the targets included weapons storage facilities, underground infrastructure, and other militant sites.
The ‘Axis of Resistance’: Iran’s Strategic Defense Network
The Hindu profiles on October 6, 2024
The term “Axis of Resistance” refers to Iran’s strategic defense network that encompasses various allied groups and nations, aimed at countering perceived threats in the region. This coalition includes key players such as Hezbollah in Lebanon, various militia groups in Iraq, and the Houthis in Yemen, all of which collaborate to bolster Iran’s influence and security.
This network serves not only as a military alliance but also as a political and ideological framework, uniting these factions under a shared agenda against common adversaries, particularly Israel and the United States. By leveraging these partnerships, Iran has been able to extend its reach and operational capabilities throughout the Middle East, presenting a formidable challenge to its rivals.
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