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Roya News
16 hours ago
- Politics
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Iran's underground Natanz site hit during 'Israel' strikes: UN nuclear watchdog
There appear to have been "direct impacts" on the underground part of Iran's Natanz nuclear site during 'Israel's' attacks, the UN's atomic watchdog said on Tuesday. "Based on continued analysis of high resolution satellite imagery collected after Friday's attacks, the IAEA has identified additional elements that indicate direct impacts on the underground enrichment halls at Natanz," the International Atomic Energy Agency said on X, formerly Twitter.
Roya News
3 days ago
- Politics
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King receives call from Iraq president
His Majesty King Abdullah II, during a phone with Iraq President Abdul Latif Rashid on Sunday, stressed the need to step up Arab efforts to reach regional comprehensive calm. His Majesty noted that 'Israel's' continued attacks on Iran threaten to expand the conflict and destabilise the region. The King reiterated Jordan's firm stance that it will not be a battleground for any conflict, nor will it tolerate any threat to its security, stability, or the safety of its citizens.
Roya News
28-05-2025
- Health
- Roya News
600 days of genocide: Gaza's unfolding tragedy
Gaza Strip has endured over 600 days of genocide since October 7, 2023, when 'Israel' began a large-scale military campaign involving airstrikes, ground operations, and a tightened blockade. This followed the October 7 events, when Hamas fighters broke the siege into Palestinian-occupied territories. As of May 28, 2025, the genocide continues, with significant tolls on life, infrastructure, and humanitarian conditions. Human toll: Deaths, injuries According to figures from the Gaza Ministry of Health, more than 54,000 Palestinians have been killed. This represents roughly 1 in every 44 residents of Gaza's pre-war population of 2.3 million. Approximately 70 percent of the deceased are women and children, including an estimated 18,000 children—1,300 of whom were under the age of two. In addition, over 110,265 people have been injured. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that nearly 22,500 of these individuals require rehabilitation for severe injuries, particularly amputations. By the end of 2024, 4,500 amputations had been recorded. UNRWA reported that 10 children are losing one or both legs each day, many undergoing procedures without anesthesia due to shortages. An estimated 10,000 people are missing, presumed buried beneath rubble. A July 2024 analysis published in The Lancet projected that indirect deaths caused by starvation, disease, and lack of medical care could increase the total death toll to as high as 186,000. Humanitarian crisis: Starvation, disease 'Israel's' blockade, in place since 2007 and intensified after October 2023, has severely restricted humanitarian access. By September 2024, around 500,000 Palestinians were experiencing extreme levels of hunger. Acute malnutrition affected over 21,600 children aged six months to five years, and at least 34 Palestinians, mainly children, have died from malnutrition. The blockade has also affected water and sanitation services. The United Nations reported over 995,000 cases of acute respiratory infections, 577,000 cases of acute watery diarrhea, 107,000 cases of jaundice, and 12,000 cases of bloody diarrhea. Water availability remains at just 1.5 to 1.8 liters per person per day—far below the WHO's recommended 100 liters. Infrastructure damage Destruction of infrastructure across the Gaza Strip is widespread. Satellite imagery indicates up to 160,000 buildings have been damaged or destroyed, including 90,000 housing units completely demolished. About 70 percent of Gaza's civilian infrastructure has been impacted. This includes: 320 schools 1,671 industrial facilities 183 health facilities (including 23 hospitals and 59 clinics) 92 ambulances All 12 universities in Gaza have been damaged or destroyed, affecting more than 600,000 students. Cultural, religious sites More than 340 mosques, including the historic Great Omari Mosque, have been damaged or destroyed. At least three churches, including St. Porphyrius Church, were also affected. At least 16 cemeteries have been damaged or desecrated, along with over 200 cultural sites such as libraries and museums. Displacement, detention Nearly 1.9 million Palestinians—about 80 percent of Gaza's population—have been displaced. Many are sheltering in overcrowded tents or makeshift shelters. A siege on northern Gaza in October 2024 displaced large numbers and raised concerns about forced population transfers. 'Israeli' forces have detained more than 5,000 Palestinians from Gaza, including hundreds of women and children. At least 160 healthcare workers are also detained, with reports of torture and deaths in custody. Among those who died while detained are doctors Adnan Al-Bursh and Iyad Al Rantisi. Attacks on aid workers, journalists, and healthcare At least 274 aid workers, including 197 UNRWA staff, have been killed since the genocide began. Another 539 internally displaced people were killed while sheltering in UN facilities. Over 200 journalists have also been killed, according to UNESCO. Additionally, 986 medical workers, including 165 doctors and 260 nurses, have died. Medical facilities such as Al-Shifa Hospital and the Nasser Medical Complex have been targeted, drawing criticism from international health organizations. Legal, international response In December 2023, South Africa filed a case at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), accusing 'Israel' of genocide. The court issued provisional measures in January 2024 ordering 'Israel' to prevent genocidal acts and preserve evidence. In May 2024, the International Criminal Court (ICC) requested arrest warrants for 'Israeli' Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for war crimes, including the use of starvation as a method of warfare. Over 600 days into the genocide, the Gaza Strip faces ongoing devastation. The data shows significant human loss, widespread displacement, and large-scale destruction of infrastructure and cultural heritage. While international legal proceedings continue, the humanitarian situation remains critical, with millions affected by hunger, disease, and lack of shelter.
Roya News
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Roya News
UK pauses free-trade agreement negotiations with 'Israel' over Gaza
British Foreign Secretary David Lammy is set to announce the pausing of trade deal negotiations with 'Israel', the government said on Tuesday. In addition, London has summoned 'Israel's' ambassador over the expansion of military operations in Gaza. The British Foreign Secretary has voiced strong condemnation of the worsening situation in the Gaza Strip, stating that the UK cannot stand idly by amid the ongoing crisis. In a firm stance, he announced the suspension of free trade agreement negotiations with the 'Israeli' government, signaling serious concerns over 'Israel's' military operations in Gaza. He warned that if 'Israel' continues its current approach, the UK will take further steps, emphasizing the urgent need for 'Israel' to lift the blockade and allow humanitarian aid into Gaza. The Foreign Secretary criticized 'Israel's' expansion of its military campaign, calling it morally unjustifiable and ineffective as a means to secure the release of captives. He noted that nearly all captives in Gaza have been freed through negotiations, not by force. He also dismissed 'Israel's' plan as incapable of eliminating Hamas or bringing lasting security. Addressing extremist remarks by 'Israeli' politician Smotrich, who called for the 'cleansing' of Gaza, he condemned the statement as dangerously extreme and brutal. Despite ongoing British efforts, he lamented the continued harsh actions and rhetoric from the 'Israeli' government, which he said isolate 'Israel' from its friends and partners and undermine the interests of the 'Israeli' people. Reaffirming the UK's position, he stressed that the two-state solution remains the only framework for a just and lasting peace. Finally, he clarified that the UK's opposition to the expansion of the war—which has caused the deaths of thousands of children in Gaza—is not a reward to Hamas but a call for an end to the cycle of violence.
Roya News
15-05-2025
- Business
- Roya News
Lufthansa delays 'Israel' flight restart again, now pushed to May 25
Germany's Lufthansa Group has announced it will continue suspending all flights to and from Tel Aviv until at least May 25, citing ongoing regional security concerns. A spokesperson for the airline confirmed the decision Sunday, extending the suspension that was previously in place through May 6. The move follows heightened tensions in the region. On May 6, 'Israel's' Channel 12 reported that all incoming and outgoing flights at Ben Gurion International Airport were halted after a missile was launched from Yemen. The Lufthansa Group—which includes Lufthansa, Swiss, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, and Eurowings—has not operated flights to or from 'Israel' since suspending service earlier this year. The airline said it continues to monitor the situation and will resume operations once conditions are deemed safe.
