Elul 27, 5776, 9/30/2016
In today's headlines: תג בכותרות
 Revealed: America's cyber strike plan on IranNYT report uncovers Nitro Zeus cyberattack plan meant to disable Iran if nuclear diplomacy failed, along with Fordo cyber assault. ISIS widow charged over US hostage deathWife of killed ISIS financial leader charged with keeping US aid worker as slave. First case of Zika virus hits USVirus reported in Texas attributed to human transmission and not mosquito bite. 'Will France also suggest conference for ISIS?'Political officials express fury over French proposal. US also prefers solution that is not unilateral. Revealed: US, UK infiltrated Israeli intelligenceNewly released Snowden documents expose 18-year hacking of Israeli drone missions; 'the most serious leak in Israeli intelligence history.' Did the US pay Iran $1.7 billion in ransom?Republicans demand an inquiry as Iran reveals US taxpayer fund transfer was 'in return' for prisoner release, and came on the same day. Iran had missiles locked on US warshipsAfter release of sailors, Navy Commander says Iran had aircraft carrier in range, ready to 'destroy' inflicting 'historical catastrophe.' Israel abuses refugees? Look at rest of the worldNew study reveals that, while foreign countries claim Israel abuses Palestinian refugees, they treat own refugees worse. Russia considers US a threat to national securityRussian President Vladimir Putin has signed off on a document listing US, NATO as threats to national security. White cop not indicted for shooting black youthTimothy Loehmann not to be indicted for shooting 12-year-old Tamir Rice, while latter held authentic-looking gun. China accuses US of 'serious military provocation'China claims US Air Force deliberately flew bombers over artificial islands it claims as own. US says flight was result of pilot error. US fears Russian challenge to a Syria no-fly zoneSen. John McCain slams 'embarrassing' admission by general about why US is wary of imposing a no-fly zone. American charged with aiding Al Qaeda linked groupUS citizen charged with violating sanctions against Syria and defrauding the US, tried to provide military equipment to group. UN weighing new measures to choke off ISISUnited States and Russia drafting UN resolutions aimed at ramping up global efforts to choke off the ISIS's sources of financing. Pollard free: Time of self-examination for Israel'How did we let a person stay in prison for so long when we were also responsible?' Khamenei: US infiltrating Iran with 'money & sex'In televised address, Iran's supreme leader urges fellow Iranians not to fall into American 'enemy's trap.' US admits it killed 30 civilians in 'human error'Results of investigation reveal extent of snafu in US gunship shelling medical clinic in Afghanistan, thinking it was hitting Taliban. Turkey planning operation with US against ISISReports suggest operation will involve clearing terrorists from an area between Mare and Jarablus in northern Syria. US accuses Russia of making Syria worseRussian airstrikes in Syria have displaced at least 120,000 people, senior US official Anne Patterson tells House Foreign Affairs Committee. Spy game: IDF held Iran strike dry run in 2012US, Israeli officials reveal the breakdown in ties over Iran, as Israel had to spy to learn of nuclear talks, and US spied on strike plans. French FM, Kerry Discuss Violence in IsraelFrench Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius to discuss escalating violence with US Secretary of State John Kerry. Putin Blasts US as Having 'Mush for Brains'Russian President slams Washington for refusing to share intelligence with Moscow on Syria conflict. US, Russia Make 'Progress' in Talks About SyriaWashington and Moscow look for ways to avoid encroaching on each other during airstrikes in Syria. US Seeks Iranian Help as ISIS Strategy in TattersWhite House reaches out to Tehran to help broker 'solution' in Syria, as Obama admin's strategy fails miserably. Three Hamas Terrorists Placed on US BlacklistMilitary commander Mohammad Deif and two operatives released in Gilad Shalit prisoner swap placed on US 'terror blacklist.' PM: 'We Have a Country' to Combat Anti-SemitismPrime Minister expresses gratitude to Foreign Ministry officials for working hard to combat lies and slanders against Israel worldwide. US Condemns Assad's 'Disregard for Human Life'US demands Syrian President Bashar al-Assad be given the boot after nearly 100 killed in devastating regime strike in Syria. Turkey, US Ready to Begin Anti-ISIS MissionAfter a 'pause' for coordination, official says, Turkey and the US are ready to begin operations against Islamic State terror organizaiton. US, Russia Agree on Syria Chemical Arms ResolutionJohn Kerry announces agreement with Moscow to finally determine who is responsible for chemical weapons attacks in Syria. US Returns Hundreds of Iraqi Artifacts After RaidISIS's top financier caught with artifacts raided from Assyrian-era historical sites; they were likely to be sold on the black market. Documents Show US 'Routinely Spied' on BrazilNew documents reveal that the US has been spying on Brazil since 2011 in order to obtain economic advantages. $2.8 Billion in Obamacare Payments UnverifiedAudit reveals massive mismanagement by govt. in payments to insurance companies placing billions of taxpayer dollars 'at risk.' Ex-Envoy Reveals Obama Betrayal of Israel AllianceFormer ambassador Oren details how Obama abandoned 'no daylight' and 'no surprises,' and single-handedly brought relations to a nadir. Jerusalem Remains a City without a CountryThe US Administration obstinately refuses to recognize Israel's capital. Chicago Democrats Abandon Obama on 'Last Request'Obama turns to his long-time allies in Chicago to back 'fast track' authority for trade deal, gets a cold shoulder from the Windy City. Officials: Largest Cyberattack on US Govt. EverPersonal info of 4 million federal employees hacked; US points the finger at China, which denies the charges. Ash Carter: Iraqis Have No 'Will to Fight' ISISUS Secretary of Defense criticizes Iraqi forces for fleeing Ramadi and leaving the city to ISIS, despite having them 'vastly outnumbered' ISIS Threatens Egyptian Judges Over Morsi SentenceISIS has threatened judges in Egypt with death after a decision to execute former president Mohammed Morsi last week. UN, US Condemn Russian Embassy Attack in DamascusSerious damage caused to embassy after rebel mortar attack. US, EU Condemn 'Illegal' Building in JerusalemPlans released to build 900 homes in Ramat Shlomo. EU, US condemn 'illegal' and 'disappointing' move.US to UN: Investigate Syrian Chemical Weapons UseDiplomats say there is 'mounting evidence' of more chlorine gas attacks despite lengthy chemical removal process. US Strikes Miss ISIS, Kill 52 Syrian CiviliansObserver group says US strikes hit town without any terrorists in it, killing 7 children, although more are still trapped in the rubble. US Denies Report Iran Captured American ShipPentagon says vessel fired at and boarded by Iranian navy was not American; US Air Force jets scrambled to 'monitor situation'. US and China Gear Up for Space CombatUS commander warns China is building capabilities for crippling satellite warfare, details US weapons bringing fight past the stratosphere. US Attempts to Calm Poland, But No ApologyState Department says FBI Director's remarks did not 'intend' to suggest Poland was responsible for the Holocaust, but does not apologize. Iran Readies for War, Raises Security LevelAs Iranian gears up for a possible showdown with Saudi Arabia over Yemen, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei dismissed what “American threats." Khamenei: US, Israel Real Threats to Middle EastIran's Supreme Leader accuses US of creating 'myth' of Iranian nuclear weapons in order to claim 'Islamic Republic is a source of threat.' Obama Misjudged Iran's Power and Israel is PayingExpert suggests that the US misjudged its own strength over Iran in talks and is balancing its ties with regional powers, including Israel. Man Shoots Mother-in-law in Armadillo RicochetThat armor is real: man in Georgia tries to shoot an armadillo, and ends up hitting his mother-in-law in her mobile home 100 yards away. Iran Says US Conceded on All Its Red LinesIranian Revolutionary Guards Commander Jafari accuses US of 'psychological warfare' in faking nuclear fact sheet to dupe its allies. Iran: No Deal Unless Sanctions Immediately LiftedIran will not sign off on its nuclear deal unless all sanctions against it are lifted on the same day, Iranian president insists.Yemen: US to Increase Aid to Anti-Houthi CoalitionEnd of US-Iranian rapprochement? US Deputy Secretary of State says weapons and intel backing to Saudi-coalition will be boosted. 'Against Iran There is No Coalition or Opposition'MK Eitan Cabel stands behind Netanyahu against Iran deal, accuses West of bringing 'religious maniacs' closer to a nuclear bomb. Iran to Resume Nuclear Activities if Deal BrokenIran's FM Mohammad Javad Zarif says if West violates deal, Iran can take 'corresponding actions' and resume nuclear activity. Biden: American Jews Can Only Rely on IsraelUS Vice President makes shocking statement, telling American Jews 'no matter how involved you are in the US, the only guarantee is Israel." EU Not Punishing Israel on Iran for PalestiniansEven if Israel had more conciliatory policy, it probably wouldn't affect Iran talks, says expert. US and Iran Vying for Influence in Tikrit BattleIran-backed militias pull back and US forces keen to give strong showing in fight against ISIS stronghold at Hussein's hometown. |
