Iran executes two men over 2022 attack on Shiite shrine
Iran publicly executes two men over October 2022 attack which was claimed by ISIS.
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North Korea warns:
North Korea warns: We may shoot down US spy planes
North Korea denounces US move to introduce a nuclear missile submarine to waters near the Korean peninsula.
UAE pledges $15 million to rebuild Jenin
The money will be granted to UNRWA, the UN agency that assists “Palestinian refugees”.
Iran claims:
Iran claims: We intercepted oil tanker after it was involved in a collision
The comments come a day after the US military said it blocked attempts by Iran to seize commercial tankers in international waters.
New Hampshire adopts anti-BDS legislation
New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu signs executive order barring the state from investing in companies that boycott Israel.
UN chief charges:
UN chief charges: Israel used excessive force in Jenin
Ambassador Erdan fires back: The Secretary-General’s remarks against Israel were shameful, farfetched, and completely detached from reality.
Four countries officially sue Iran over downing of Ukrainian jet
UK, Canada, Sweden and Ukraine launch ICJ case against Iran over 2020 downing of jet after elimination of Soleimani.
After Quran burning:
After Quran burning: Stockholm authorities receive application to burn Torah
Police in Stockholm receive new applications to burn religious texts following burning of Quran that sparked outrage in the Muslim world.
Due to backlash?
Due to backlash? BBC reporter closes Twitter account after anti-Israel remarks
BBC journalist Anjana Gadgil, who told former PM Bennett that "Israeli forces are happy to kill children", shuts down her Twitter account.
South Korea retrieves wreckage of North Korean spy satellite
South Korean military says the satellite, which crashed after failed launch in May, did not appear to be capable of military surveillance.
UN human rights chief:
UN human rights chief: The violence must stop
UN human rights chief Volker Turk denounces violence following Tel Aviv attack and Jenin operation: Violence only begets more violence.
Oman condemns Jenin op.:
Oman condemns Jenin operation: We support the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people
Oman's Foreign Ministry calls on international community to "assume its responsibilities" in order to achieve peace.
UN force checking whether Hezbollah tent was removed from Israeli territory
UNIFIL in contact with officials in Israel and Lebanon over tensions regarding two tents set up by Hezbollah in Israeli territory.
Turkey criticizes Jenin op.:
Turkey criticizes Jenin operation: Current tensions could trigger a new spiral of violence
Turkey’s Foreign Ministry condemns Israel’s counterterrorism operation in Jenin, calls on Israel "to act with common sense".
UN chief 'deeply concerned' about developments in Jenin
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres calls for military operations to be conducted "with full respect for international humanitarian law".
Lebanon:
Lebanon: Qaddafi's son moved to hospital after hunger strike
Hannibal Qaddafi, son of former Libyan dictator, moved from Lebanese prison to hospital in critical condition.
Sweden:
Sweden: Quran burning was an Islamophobic act
Sweden's government condemns burning of a Quran outside Stockholm's main mosque which enraged the Muslim world.
After winning local election:
After winning local election: Germany's AfD party notches another victory
Germany's far-right party's candidate elected a full-time town mayor of the small town of Raguhn-Jessnitz.
Iran sued in international court over downed Ukrainian jetliner
Canada, Britain, Sweden and Ukraine to take Iran to International Court of Justice over jetliner downed in 2020.
UNESCO members gather to approve US return
The US earlier this month notified UNESCO that it has decided to rejoin after the Trump administration withdrew US membership.
Due to security issues:
US envoy on Iran placed on leave due to security issues
Sources say Rob Malley has been placed on leave without pay amid investigation into his handling of classified material.
Iran files complaint against Canada at top UN court
Iran claims Canada breached its state immunity by designating it a sponsor of terrorism.
UN Secretary-General:
UN Secretary-General: Settlements are a flagrant violation of international law
Antonio Guterres issues scathing criticism of Israel’s approval of new construction in Judea and Samaria.
Europe to retain Iran ballistic missile sanctions
The sanctions, which were part of the 2015 nuclear deal between Iran and world powers, are due to expire in October.
South Africa:
South Africa: Lawmaker says Jewish school should be 'deregistered'
South African lawmaker says Cape Town-based Jewish day school should be “deregistered” due to being pro-Israel.
Germany:
Germany: Jewish leaders alarmed after AfD's victory in local election
Jewish leaders in Germany concerned that far-right party's local election victory “could open the floodgates”.
Despite its incitement:
US increases its financial support for UNRWA despite incitement against Israel
State Department confirms the federal budgetary support for UNRWA will reach a record $223 million in 2023.
State Department:
State Department: We're deeply troubled by new Israeli construction
State Department spokesperson on approval of housing units in Judea and Samaria: Settlements are an impediment to a two-state solution.
Lawyer for Pittsburgh synagogue shooter claims: He is mentally ill
Lawyer for Robert Bowers attempts to save him from death penalty, claims gunman had psychotic, delusional and paranoid symptoms.
Germany:
Germany: Far-right AfD party secures historic victory in local election
Germany's AfD wins district election in the central state of Thuringia as it surges to record highs in opinion polls.
PLO official to ICC:
PLO official to ICC: Expedite the probe of the crimes of the occupation
PLO official Hussein Al-Sheikh urges ICC chief prosecutor to expedite decision on probe of Israel's alleged crimes.
Turkey:
Turkey: 28 lawsuits filed against Erdogan's rival
Turkey’s opposition leader, Kemal Kilicdaroglu, facing 110 years in prison after lawsuits filed against him, including by Erdogan.
Despite 'dictator' comment:
Biden confident he will meet Chinese President soon, despite 'dictator' comment
US President refuses to back down after likening Chinese leader to "dictators" earlier this week.
Iran's Foreign Minister visits UAE
The visit concludes a three-day tour of Gulf states as Iran seeks to ease tensions with its neighbors.
US condemns 'extremist settler violence' following Eli attack
State Department Deputy Spokesperson calls for Israel to be held accountable following Israeli youth riots in Palestinian Arab cities.
Zelenskyy responds to Putin:
Zelenskyy responds to Putin: He is the second king of antisemitism after Hitler
Ukrainian President responds to Russian President who claimed that "Zelenskyy is not even Jewish."
Alleged Pentagon documents leaker pleads not guilty
Jack Teixeira, accused of leaking highly classified military documents on social media, pleads not guilty to six federal charges.
US leads condemnation of UN's anti-Israel commission of inquiry
US ambassador tells UNHRC that 27 countries are concerned about Commission of Inquiry (COI) which has accused Israel of war crimes.
US condemns attack near Eli:
US condemns attack near Eli: We will continue to work towards de-escalation
State Department spokesperson also expresses concern about "the continuation of violence in Israel and the West Bank in recent weeks".
Iran blames 20 countries, including Israel, for protests
Iranian intelligence names 20 countries, including Israel, which it claims were involved in protests following the death of Mahsa Amini.
