Elul 4, 5778, 8/15/2018
 Bahrain sentences 19 Shiites to jail over spyingBahraini court sentences 19 Shiites to lengthy jail terms on charges of spying for Iran and plotting to overthrow the regime. Iran: Saudi Arabia supports terrorismIran criticizes Saudi Arabia after the Saudi deputy crown prince rules out dialogue with Tehran. Watch: Brawl in Egyptian TV studioDebate on Shiite books on Egyptian TV turns ugly as the debaters throw objects at each other. Obama promises vigilance when it comes to IranDuring a visit to Saudi Arabia, Obama pledges to remain vigilant against Iran’s destabilizing activities in the Middle East. Hezbollah blasts GCC blacklist as 'irresponsible'Hezbollah blasts decision by Gulf monarchies to classify it as a "terror" organization. Lebanese Justice Minister resigns due to Hezbollah 'dominance'Lebanon’s Justice Minister Ashraf Rifi resigns, cites Shiite Hezbollah’s “domination” of the government. Iranian FM: Saudis trying to drag the whole region to warIran’s Foreign Minister, Mohammad Javad Zarif, levels accusations at rival Saudi Arabia in New York Times op-ed. Saudi Arabia Blasts Iran's 'Aggressive Statements'Saudi Arabia's foreign minister denounces Iran, after the Islamic Republic accuses Saudi Arabia and Bahrain of causing tensions. Expert: The Americans Surrendered to IranDr. Harold Rhode of Ariel University says there were never any real negotiations between Iran and the West. Rather, the Americans gave in. Iran Extends Olive Branch to Muslim Countries Following DealIran tells fellow Muslim countries it hopes nuclear deal would pave the way for more cooperation. Saudi Arabia Warns Iran Against Inciting TurmoilSaudi Arabia issues warning to regional rival Iran after a landmark deal is signed with the six world powers. Saudi Arabia: We Won't Stand By While Iran Meddles in the RegionSaudi Foreign Minister accuses Iran of “interfering in the Middle East’s affairs”, says his country will not stand idly by. Expert: Syria is Splitting Apart, And Obama Shouldn't Stop ItPinhas Inbari says that Syria is breaking apart, despite the desire to end the war with a strong government in Damascus. Iran: Saudis 'Will Pay for Invading Yemen'Iran on Thursday threatened Saudi Arabia that 'the smoke of the war in Yemen will reach the eyes of the Saudis.' Not Just Israel: Arab States Worried About Iran DealArab governments reportedly tell Washington they fear a bad deal with Iran will cause a nuclear arms race in the Middle East. Turks Boycott Schools in Protest of Islamization of EducationSecular Turks opposed to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan take to the streets to demand a secular education. IS Publicly Executes Alleged Spies in IraqIS terrorists publicly execute eight Sunni men in a small northern Iraqi village for allegedly plotting against the group. Al-Nusra Threatens Sunnis in Lebanon"Support us or pay the price," Al-Qaeda's Syrian branch says to Lebanon's Sunni Muslims. ISIS Declares an Islamic CaliphateJihadist group which seized territory in Iraq and Syria declares itself an Islamic caliphate, calls others to pledge allegiance. Iraqis to ISIS: Bring It On, We Have Dug Your GravesWatch: A group of Shiite Iraqi poets rouse the crowds in anti-ISIS rhetoric, as the Islamists move in on Baghdad.Iraq: Senior Shiite Cleric Calls on Citizens to Fight ISISIraq's most senior Shiite cleric calls on citizens who are able to bear arms to fight ISIS Islamists who are taking over cities. Saudi Arabia Reaches Out to Rival IranSaudi Arabia says it is ready to negotiate better relations with its longtime regional rival, invites Iranian Foreign Minister to Riyadh. Hezbollah, Sunnis Part of New Lebanon GovernmentLebanese Prime Minister Tammam Salam unveils new government, capping 10 months of political wrangling. Anti-Hezbollah Chants at Funeral of Former Lebanese Minister"Hezbollah is the enemy of God," shout mourners during funeral of former minister Mohammed Shatah, who was killed in a car bomb. Iraq: 7 Members of One Family Killed in Another Day of ViolenceAttacks in Iraq killed 10 people on Saturday, seven of them from the same family. Kidnapped Lebanese Pilgrims Released in Exchange for PilotsNine Lebanese pilgrims who were kidnapped by rebels in Syria have been freed in exchange for two Turkish pilots seized in Lebanon in August. Lebanon Charges 7 More People in Tripoli BombingsSeven more people have been charged over deadly bomb attacks in the Lebanese city of Tripoli in August. Radical Cleric: Muslims Cannot Do It, Let U.S. Attack in SyriaRadical Egyptian cleric Yusuf al-Qaradawi says he supports strike in Syria because “the Muslims cannot do it.” Syrians Charged in Deadly Lebanon AttacksFive people, including a Syrian army captain, have been charged over deadly attacks in the northern Lebanese port city of Tripoli. Syrian Strife Stresses Shi'ite/Sunni SplitA rift has developed among Islamists, as Shi'ite and Sunni terror groups pick sides in Syria's bloody civil war.Lebanon: Suspect Arrested in Twin Tripoli BombingsSuspect who was arrested appears in surveillance video at the site of one of the explosions which killed 47 in Tripoli.Hezbollah Condemns Bomb Attacks in Tripoli"These twin terrorist explosions are part of a criminal plan aiming to plant the seeds of strife," says Hezbollah after Tripoli attacks. Sunni Sheikh: Beirut Explosion Because of Hezbollah CrimesThe Lebanese Sunni Sheikh Ahmad al-Assir says that last week's explosion in Beirut was a result of Hezbollah’s “crimes in Syria.” Nasrallah: I'm Willing to Go Fight in Syria MyselfHezbollah chief says that Thursday's car bombing in Beirut will not deter members of his group from fighting in Syria.Sunni Group Issues Warning to 'Pig Nasrallah'A Sunni group claims it was behind the car bomb attack in a Hezbollah stronghold, issues warning to the group's chief. 13 Dead in Iraq As Violence ContinuesAttacks in Iraq killed 13 people on Tuesday, four of them Shiite worshippers.Iraq: Ramadan Ends with Wave of Attacks, Dozens KilledMore than 60 people were killed in a series of bomb attacks in Iraq, as locals celebrated the Eid al-Fitr festival. Video: Clerics Joyful Over Murder of Four Shiites in EgyptEgyptian clerics have expressed joy over the brutal murders of four Shiites, including prominent cleric Sheik Hassan Shehata.Sunnis Lynch, Murder Shi'ites in EgyptIn a savage incident in Egypt Sunday, thousands of Sunnis lynched and murdered four Shi'ites in an Egyptian village Lebanon: Six Killed as Military Clashes with RadicalsSix Lebanese soldiers killed in a clash with supporters of a radical Sunni Muslim sheikh opposed to Hizbullah. Syrian Civil War Becomes a Religious Sectarian WarThe split between Shiites and Sunnis is deepening and the war in Syria is threatening the rest of the Muslim world.Radical Qaradawi Calls for 'Jihad' Against Syria and HizbullahRadical Muslim cleric Yusuf al-Qaradawi calls on Sunni Muslims to join the rebels fighting the Syrian regime.Lebanese Youth Sign Up for 'Jihad' Against HizbullahLebanese youth have begun to sign up for “armed Jihad in Syria” against Hizbullah terrorists helping Assad. Muslims in Lebanon Protest Film and CartoonsLebanese Muslims, both Sunni and Shiite, take to the streets to protest against an anti-Islam film and French cartoons insulting Mohammed. |
