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Khaleej Times
4 days ago
- General
- Khaleej Times
GCC condemns Iranian settlements on occupied UAE islands
The GCC Ministerial Council has condemned the Iranian government's continued construction of residential facilities to settle Iranians on three UAE islands. In a statement issued today, the Council affirmed its firm positions and previous decisions regarding the condemnation of Iran's continued occupation of the three islands (Greater Tunb, Lesser Tunb and Abu Musa) belonging to UAE. "Any decisions, practices, or actions taken by Iran on the three islands are null and void and do not change anything of the historical and legal facts that unanimously support the right of sovereignty of the United Arab Emirates over its three islands," the statement said.
Middle East Eye
28-05-2025
- Politics
- Middle East Eye
Chaos and killings: Israeli army shoots three dead during Rafah aid distribution
Starving Palestinians have expressed anger and dismay after the Israeli military shot at crowds of Palestinians who gathered at an aid distribution centre in Rafah, southern Gaza, on Tuesday. There were chaotic scenes in Rafah on Tuesday as starving Palestinians rushed inside a facility holding aid, due to long delays conducting security checks on recipients. Israeli gunfire killed three and injured at least 46 others. Moaz Abu Musa, who was among those heading towards the aid distribution point in Rafah, told Middle East Eye that thousands made their way to the area, despite the dangers of overcrowding. "Only a small number of civilians received aid supplies, around 10 percent. Meanwhile, the rest just went back after shots were fired [by the Israeli army], killing several people, and it was difficult to retrieve their bodies," he explained. New MEE newsletter: Jerusalem Dispatch Sign up to get the latest insights and analysis on Israel-Palestine, alongside Turkey Unpacked and other MEE newsletters He said the Israeli military deliberately attacked the civilians, with tanks firing shells at civilians from a distance of around 500 metres. The army was using both aerial and ground military equipment to launch its assault on civilians, according to Abu Musa, who lost a relative during the attack. Speaking to MEE on Wednesday, Abu Musa said the bodies of those killed in the assault alongside the wounded had not been retrieved or rescued due to the instability in the area. He added that the American teams present at the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation's (GHF) compound in Rafah responsible for distributing supplies had fled the area, and did not return to complete their work. 'No food or water' One Palestinian man who was near the scene selling aid he received from yesterday told MEE he had come from the north to the south of Gaza as they have "no food or water". "When the American teams began distributing aid, the people rushed [forwards], and they all began taking supplies. The army began shooting at us directly," Jamal Raed recalled, adding that there were perhaps 10,000 people crowding in the area. "Whoever was able to get out of the area intact should praise God. If anyone fell [during the overcrowding] no one is going to be able to look for you. Everyone is putting themselves first, everyone is just concerned with feeding their own kids and family." Raed added that if there was another aid allocation happening, he would not go if the same chaos ensues, saying: "I wouldn't come back, because what we saw yesterday was the day of judgement ... they were shooting at us directly." Break down of order The chaos erupted as starvation looms across Gaza since an Israeli blockade on all aid that began on 2 March. Israeli media reported that American security staff at the GHF compound in Rafah had to be rescued once they lost control. The GHF emerged earlier this month as Israeli officials began briefing the UN and international NGOs about their new detailed plan to take over - and restrict - aid distribution in the besieged strip. Senior humanitarian officials and aid organisations have condemned the GHF, arguing that a new body is unnecessary. Instead, they say Israel must stop obstructing the existing UN-led system and allow aid to flow unimpeded. Palestinians speaking to MEE expressed outrage over the lack of preparation and the poor handling at the distribution point. Gaza Humanitarian Foundation: Israel's new model for weaponised aid Read More » Mohammad al-Sedeideh told MEE that there "are no substitutes for Unrwa", referring to the UN agency for Palestinian refugees. "Unrwa is enough for us, but you tell me Americans or Saudis or any others [are responsible for distributing], they are all taking advantage of us. We are dying from hunger." He demanded that the corridors surrounding the Gaza Strip be opened and the siege on the enclave be put to an end. "You are not real men," he said of the neighbouring Arab countries, further condemning the recent US-Israeli initiative. Sedeideh stressed that he was supporting eight people, including his daughter, son-in law and his grandchildren. "They want to erase Unrwa, they don't want us to be considered refugees so they can displace us... I will not be expelled, I will die on my homeland," he said, further condemning US president Donald Trump's recent trip to the Middle East. Apart from the deaths and injuries, several people also went missing in the chaos, officials in Gaza said. A statement made by Gaza's Government Media Office described Israel's actions as a "full-scale massacre in the city of Rafah". "What happened today in Rafah is a true massacre and a full-fledged war crime, committed in cold blood against civilians exhausted by the ongoing siege and starvation that has lasted for more than 90 days since the crossings were closed, and nearly 20 months since the genocide and the complete cut-off of food and medicine to the Gaza Strip," the office said. "This is part of a clear plan for genocide and forced displacement, acknowledged by the Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, and a number of his ministers."
CBS News
14-05-2025
- Politics
- CBS News
Two Hamtramck City Council members to remain on board despite investigation into residency
Tensions were high at Hamtramck's city council meeting on Tuesday as residents and the city are now working to find out if two council members live in the city and deserve to stay on the council. At the April 25 Hamtramck City Council meeting, a private investigator, using public records, surveillance, and GPS tracking, revealed that Muhith Mahmood lives in Troy, and Abu Musa lives in Warren. "We have elected people to represent us who think they're too good to live with us," Russ Gordon from Hamtramck said. At Tuesday's meeting, both Mahmood and Musa argued that while they do have second homes in those communities, they live in Hamtramck. "My W-2 since 2011 in Hamtramck address and all other things, my insurance and my car in Hamtramck," Musa said. However, dozens of residents spoke during public comment about their distrust of Musa and Mahmood and their frustrations with the idea that elected officials might not live in the communities they serve. "We need to call it what it is, a complete failure of leadership," said Andrea Karpinski from Hamtramck. "This is a close-knit community, and you already know what that investigation was going to prove, you know where your colleagues live, and it's not here." Mayor Pro Tem Khalil Refai said there's not enough evidence for any action right now, and the city council voted against removing either Musa or Mahmood. However, both residents and the city council continued to raise the issue that there's no hard definition in Hamtramck of what officially makes someone a resident. "Tricky subject. There's evidence that shows they're not here 100% of the time, so what constitutes a resident of Hamtramck?" said Diane Frkan from Hamtramck. As of right now, Mahmood is aiming to become the mayor of Hamtramck, and Musa is running for reelection on the council. Many residents tonight are saying that if they're not kicked out, they'll have to vote them out later this year.
News18
23-04-2025
- Politics
- News18
Days Ahead Of Pahalgam Terror Attack, LeT Commander Called For Bloodshed In J&K: ‘Try it, Inshallah…'
Last Updated: Pahalgam Terror Attack: LeT commander Abu Musa referred to the abrogation of Article 370 and a bid to change the demography of Kashmir as he called for attacks in the valley. Just days ahead of the terror attack in Pahalgam, in which 26 tourists were killed, Lashkar-e-Taiba commander called for jihad and bloodshed at a rally. The rally was held on April 18 in Rawalkot's Khai Gala in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) where LeT commander Abu Musa referred to the abrogation of Article 370 and a bid to change the demography of Kashmir as he called for attacks in the valley. Abu Musa, who leads the so-called Jammu Kashmir United Movement (JKUM), said, 'India removed Article 370 and 35A to change the demography. You deployed your 10 lakh army. You wanted to echo 'Ram Ram' in Pulwama, Poonch, Rajouri. Lashkar-e-Taiba accepts your challenge. Modi, inside your closed courtrooms, you passed your orders. But the battlefield belongs to the mujahideen." He added, 'Try it, Inshallah, we will shower bullets, slit your necks, and honour the sacrifices of our martyrs." The April 18 rally was held as a 'tribute conference" for two militants – Akif Haleem and Abdul Wahab. Haleem was killed in Kupwara on March 17 by the 21st battalion of the Rashtriya Rifles while Abdul Wahab was neutralised in an encounter in Sopore on April 24, 2024.
India Today
23-04-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Days ahead of Pahalgam attack, Lashkar commander called for bloodshed in J&K
Just days ahead of the massacre in the resort town of Pahalgam, in which 26 tourists were killed, a Lashkar-e-Taiba commander called for jihad and bloodshed in Kashmir at a rally attended by several terrorist leaders. The rally was held on April 18 in Rawalkot's Khai Gala in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) in memory of two LeT terrorists killed by the Indian the gathering, LeT commander Abu Musa, who leads the so-called Jammu Kashmir United Movement (JKUM), referred to the abrogation of Article 370 and a bid to change the demography of Kashmir to call for attacks in the valley. In a viral video, verified by Indian intelligence agencies, Musa declared, "India removed Article 370 and 35A to change the demography. You deployed your 10 lakh army. You wanted to echo 'Ram Ram' in Pulwama, Poonch, Rajouri. Lashkar-e-Taiba accepts your challenge. Modi, inside your closed courtrooms, you passed your orders. But the battlefield belongs to the mujahideen. Try it, Inshallah, we will shower bullets, slit your necks, and honour the sacrifices of our martyrs." The timing of the call to violence is significant, coming just days ahead of the Pahalgam massacre - one of the deadliest terrorist attacks on tourists in Kashmir in recent April 18 event was held as a "tribute conference" for two militants - Akif Haleem and Abdul Wahab - who were eliminated by Indian forces under the long-running Operation was killed in Kupwara on March 17 by the 21st battalion of the Rashtriya Rifles. Wahab, affiliated with LeT and its shadow outfit PAFF (People's Anti-Fascist Front), was neutralised in an encounter in Sopore on April 24, 2024. Both belonged to the same family in public assurances by the Awami Action Committee that no terror outfits would be involved, the gathering turned into a show of strength for LeT sympathisers. According to intelligence sources, multiple active LeT operatives were present on stage, openly celebrating the deaths of their "martyrs" and warning of more attacks to rally in Khai Gala appeared to have logistical and on-ground security backing from Pakistani authorities. Abu Musa's rhetoric, along with the overt glorification of anti-India violence, has prompted concerns over renewed infiltration efforts ahead of summer when traditional infiltration routes through Kupwara, Poonch, and Rajouri are more InMust Watch
