Tunis: The beating heart of the fight for Gaza
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L'Orient-Le Jour
2 days ago
- L'Orient-Le Jour
The Israeli army opened fire toward the mayor of Mari in southern Lebanon
Israeli forces fired in the evening toward a shepherd in the Bayader area, near the village of Shebaa, in the Hasbaya district, according to our correspondent. ⚡A young Palestinian woman from Gaza dies in an Italian hospital A very emaciated young Palestinian woman who had been transported from Gaza to a hospital in Pisa, Italy, died there yesterday, the facility announced today, as reported by AFP. The 20-year-old woman, identified by Italian media as Marah Abou Zouhri, arrived in Pisa aboard a humanitarian aid plane from the Italian Air Force during the night from Wednesday to Thursday. The patient, described as having a 'very complex clinical profile,' was in a state of severe emaciation, characterized by significant weight and muscle loss, the University Hospital of Pisa said. After undergoing examinations on Friday and beginning treatment, she experienced a sudden respiratory crisis and cardiac arrest before passing away, the hospital stated. The young woman had arrived in Italy with her mother on one of three Italian Air Force planes that this week transported a total of 31 patients, accompanied by relatives, to Rome, Pisa and Milan. 17:14 Beirut Time France 'calls on Israel to abandon [its] settlement project' in the West Bank France has called on Israel 'to abandon [its] project' to build 3,400 housing units in the West Bank, which 'constitutes a serious violation of international law,' the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said, according to AFP. 'A France spokesperson condemns with the utmost firmness the decision of the Israeli authorities to approve the E1 settlement project, which plans the construction of more than 3,000 housing units east of Jerusalem,' the spokesperson added. 17:14 Beirut Time France 'calls on Israel to abandon [its] settlement project' in the West Bank France has called on Israel 'to abandon [its] project' to build 3,400 housing units in the West Bank, which 'constitutes a serious violation of international law,' the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said, according to AFP. 'A France spokesperson condemns with the utmost firmness the decision of the Israeli authorities to approve the E1 settlement project, which plans the construction of more than 3,000 housing units east of Jerusalem,' the spokesperson added. 16:51 Beirut Time Palestinian refugees call for a 'comprehensive dialogue with the Lebanese government' The Hamas media official in Lebanon, Ra'fat Mara, said today that Palestinian refugees are calling for a 'comprehensive dialogue with the Lebanese government.' 'Resistance remains faithful to its principles and vision. Our unity and our resistance are essential pillars to thwart the occupation's plans,' Mara stated, according to the National News Agency (NNA, official). 'Palestinian refugees in Lebanon are committed to security and stability and are calling for a comprehensive dialogue with the Lebanese government to address various issues,' he added. He also noted that 'the great sacrifices made by our people reflect the level of brutal Israeli terrorism, as well as our people's attachment to their land and identity.' 16:37 Beirut Time The Israeli army opened fire toward the mayor of Mari in southern Lebanon The Israeli army opened fire in the direction of the mayor of Mari, Salmane Abou el-Alaa, while he was inspecting the border area of Abbasieh, according to our southern Lebanon correspondent, Muntasser Abdallah. 'During a tour I was conducting with members of the South Council to inspect the border village of Abbasieh, the Israelis deliberately fired near us, which forced us to interrupt our tour and leave the area,' the mayor said. 15:36 Beirut Time An Israeli reconnaissance drone of the Sky Lark 3 type crashed today in the Rimal neighborhood of Gaza due to a technical failure, reported Sky News Arabia. The information was confirmed by Israeli media, including Haaretz. The Jerusalem Post, for its part, stated that the Israeli army had confirmed that a Sky Lark 3 reconnaissance drone belonging to it had made an emergency landing in the Rimal neighborhood of Gaza following a technical malfunction. 12:05 Beirut Time Haykal inspects site of arms depot explosion in southern Lebanon The Lebanese Army chief, Rodolphe Haykal, inspected yesterday the site of Saturday's arms depot explosion in the Sour district, which killed six soldiers. 'No option is available to the army except to continue fulfilling its duty in the face of repeated aggressions by the Israeli enemy, as defending the homeland is a sacred mission that requires sacrifice,' he emphasized. 12:04 Beirut Time Katz to Joseph Aoun: 'We will continue to act forcefully against any violation' Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz delivered 'a direct message' to Lebanese President Joseph Aoun yesterday. 'We consider you, along with the Lebanese government, directly responsible for maintaining Lebanon's sovereignty and enforcing the cease-fire agreement. We will not return to the reality of Oct. 7, and we will continue to act forcefully against any violation,' he stressed, shortly after the Israeli army carried out strikes in southern Lebanon. 12:03 Beirut Time Israeli army conducts operations on Gaza outskirts The Israeli army confirmed yesterday that its troops conducted a series of operations on the outskirts of Gaza City, where residents have reported intense airstrikes and ground incursions over the past few days. 'In recent days, IDF troops have operated in the Zeitoun area on the outskirts of Gaza City,' said a statement. Operations involve 'locating explosives, eliminating terrorists, and dismantling terrorist infrastructure above and below ground,' the statement added. The army noted that its troops were targeted by militants using an anti-tank missile, but no personnel were injured in the incident. Residents of Gaza City have reported a rise in airstrikes affecting residential areas. At least 1,760 Palestinians killed since late May in Gaza while seeking aid, according to the U.N. At least 1,760 Palestinians have been killed since late May in the Gaza Strip, mostly by the Israeli army, while seeking humanitarian aid, the U.N. Office for Human Rights in the territory said Friday. According to a Gaza Civil Defense spokesperson, Mahmoud Bassal, at least 38 people were killed by Israeli strikes in Gaza on Friday, including 12 waiting for humanitarian assistance. The Israeli army stated that its operations aim to 'dismantle Hamas' military capabilities,' adding that precautions are taken 'to reduce harm to civilians.'
MTV Lebanon
6 days ago
- MTV Lebanon
UNIFIL General Colussi strengthens coordination with the LAF
As part of official meetings with the Lebanese Army, the Sector West Commander, Italian General David Colussi, met with the Commander the Commander of the 2nd Rapid Intervention Regiment, Brigadier General Jihad Khaled. The meeting provided an important opportunity to strengthen cooperation between UNIFIL and Lebanese Armed Forces, with the goal of ensuring stability and security in the region. UNIFIL Sector West is increasing its daily work in close coordination with the Lebanese Armed Forces to provide maximum support in control and ensure the area. This close cooperation is essential to enabling the Lebanese forces to progressively take control of the territory, ensuring protection for the local population in the delicate process of returning to their lands and homes, particularly following the withdrawal of Israeli troops. General Colussi, talking with Brigadier General Khaled emphasized the crucial role of synergy and cooperation between UNIFIL and the Lebanese Armed Forces, highlighting how joint efforts and constant communication in the field are fundamental to maintaining peace and stability in the region. General Colussi undeline the essential role of joint training to improve the common capabilities and enlarge the opportunities to collaborate. The daily coordination optimizes efforts for territorial control, civilian protection, and confidence-building among local communities, ensuring that Lebanese forces receive all necessary support to operate safely and effectively.
L'Orient-Le Jour
11-08-2025
- L'Orient-Le Jour
Tunis: The beating heart of the fight for Gaza
'We cannot accept that in 10 or 20 years our children will read in history books that there was a genocide and that we did nothing,' said Maria Elena Délia, an Italian member of the Global Movement to Gaza's organizing committee. Speaking from Tunis at an Aug. 4 press conference, she addressed journalists and activists about the international citizens' movement, which unites thousands worldwide to break the Gaza June's Global March for Gaza, accompanied by the Maghreb caravan Soumoud from Tunis, Tunisia's streets have become the loudest voice in the Maghreb demanding an end to what protesters call genocide. In other countries, such as Algeria, recent demonstrations have been banned. At the end of July, Tunisian President Kais Saied showed photos of starving children to Massad Boulos, adviser to U.S. President Donald Trump,...
