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Daily News Egypt
06-08-2025
- Politics
- Daily News Egypt
Gaza under fire, famine: Death toll climbs amid warnings of ‘never-ending war'
The death toll in Gaza continues to rise amid ongoing Israeli airstrikes and an escalating humanitarian crisis. The Gaza Ministry of Health reported on Wednesday that 138 Palestinians were killed and 771 injured in the past 24 hours, bringing the total since the resumption of fighting to 9,654 dead and 39,401 injured. Since the conflict began on 7 October 2023, 61,158 people have been killed and more than 151,000 wounded, according to the ministry. Among the latest victims were 87 people killed and 570 injured while attempting to collect humanitarian aid, raising the toll in so-called 'bread massacre' incidents to 1,655 dead and over 11,800 injured. The Gaza Government Media Office said 84 aid trucks entered the strip on Tuesday, most of which were looted or seized amid widespread insecurity. It accused Israel of pursuing 'engineered chaos and starvation' to undermine Palestinian social cohesion and resilience. The office stressed that at least 600 trucks a day are needed to meet the basic needs of Gaza's 2.4 million residents, yet only 853 trucks—14% of the required amount—have entered in the past 10 days. The health ministry also reported five more deaths from starvation and malnutrition, bringing the famine-related death toll to 193, nearly half of them children. On the ground, Palestinian factions continued attacks on Israeli forces. Hamas's military wing, the Al-Qassam Brigades, said it struck an Israeli D9 bulldozer with a tandem warhead east of Gaza City. Islamic Jihad's Al-Quds Brigades reported joint shelling of Israeli positions near Khan Younis and the destruction of a tank with a barrel bomb in central Khan Younis. Humanitarian aid airdrops have also drawn criticism. Gaza's Ministry of Interior said falling supply boxes have injured or killed civilians due to crowding or direct impacts on tents and homes, citing a recent incident in northern Gaza. It added that the airdropped aid is negligible compared with needs and urged the reopening of land crossings for sustained large-scale deliveries. International warnings are mounting. French Ambassador to Israel Frédéric Journès told Israel's public broadcaster that an Israeli occupation of Gaza would amount to a 'never-ending war,' urging Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government to pursue a political solution and work with Arab partners on a post-war plan. South African Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola called for 'the broadest possible international pressure' on Israel to stop what he described as acts of genocide. Speaking to Agence France-Presse, Lamola said South Africa had warned in its International Court of Justice submission that Israel's actions would lead to famine and the systematic erasure of Gaza's population. He welcomed recent recognition of a Palestinian state by France, Canada, and others, saying it would increase pressure for a ceasefire. Germany also voiced deep concern over the worsening crisis, calling for a full ceasefire and rejecting any unilateral annexation of the West Bank. Berlin reiterated its support for a two-state solution and the Palestinians' right to statehood.
Saba Yemen
06-08-2025
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Al-Qassam targets enemy military bulldozer eastern Gaza city
Gaza – Saba: Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades announced on Wednesday that it had targeted an Israeli enemy military bulldozer east of Gaza City. In a statement, al-Qassam Brigades said: "We targeted a D9 military bulldozer with a tandem missile yesterday evening, Tuesday, in the vicinity of the station park east of the al-Tuffah neighborhood east of Gaza City." This comes in the context of the Palestinian resistance factions' response to the genocide committed by the Israeli enemy against the people of the Gaza Strip, with American support, since October 7, 2023. This crime includes killing, starvation, destruction, and displacement, ignoring international calls and orders from the International Court of Justice to halt it. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
The Citizen
01-08-2025
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Denza's expansion: Two additional models South Africa could get
For the moment, only one model as been confirmed, however, a likely expansion could potentially bring the brand's flagship MPV and SUV. Its arrival in South Africa taking place next year, BYD-owned Denza will become the 15th Chinese brand to have a presence in the local market. Joining a growing list Debuting in early 2026 with the B5, a rebadged version of its Fangchengbao brand's Bao 5 SUV based on the same platform as the BYD Shark bakkie, the debut of Denza will follow those of its parent company, as well as the current marques from the People's Republic: BAIC; Chery; Dayun; Dongfeng; Foton; GAC; GWM Haval; JAC; Jaecoo; Jetour; LDV; MG; Omoda In addition, further arrivals from Changan and Deepal, as well as the pending return of Geely and JMC will bump the number to 19 before the end of the year. Arriving next A joint venture between BYD and Mercedes-Benz started 15-years ago, but wholly owned by BYD since last year, the global Denza range consists of five products motivated either by a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) or all-electric powertrain. ALSO READ: Speculation over: BYD-owned Denza coming to South Africa In addition to the Fangchengbao Bao 8 possibly making landfall as the Denza B8 to rival the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado and Fortuner, Ford Everest, Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, Isuzu MU-X and Mahindra Scorpio-N as well, in-house Denza options could include the PHEV versions of the D9 MPV and the N9 SUV. As a result of BYD marketing the Seal locally, the Z9 sedan and its Porsche Taycan Sport Turismo-inspired Z9 GT fastback estate are not expected to be offered, with the same likely to apply to the all-electric N7 crossover. D9 The oldest model's in Denza's product range having debuted three years ago, the Kia Carnival-rivalling D9 comes in both PHEV and electric guises, with the former presenting the best option in the case of sales being approved for South Africa. On-sale since the end of last year in Thailand, thus making it available with right-hand-drive, the D9 has measurements of 5 250 mm in overall length, a wheelbase of 3 110 mm, height of 1 920 mm and width of 1 950 mm. The recipient of a mid-life refresh last year in preparation for its Thai debut, the D9, in China, comes with seven seats, however, an ultra-luxurious four-seater, called the Pioneer, can be had in which the centre row makes way for a bulkhead partition with an integrated screen. If approved for South Africa, the D9 will take aim at the Kia Carnival. In addition, a console separates the pair of captain's style chairs, complete with an integrated tablet-style display, storage areas and an upper cooled storage hold. The seats themselves, meanwhile, are electric and feature ventilation, heating and massaging functions. Based on BYD's DM-i platform made specifically for plug-in hybrids, the D9's choice of powerunits comprises two options, both modelled around a turbocharged 1.5-litre petrol engine. Interior is headlined by no less than three displays. Image: Denza China In the first instance, the petrol's 102 kW is backed-up by a 20.3-kWh Blade battery pack powering a single 170 kW electric motor. Combined, the system produces 221 kW and allows for an all-electric range of 103 km based on China's CLTC measurements. Unofficially called the 'long range' option, the second variant involves a 40-kWh battery with the same electric motor and outputs, but an EV-only range of 200 km. Top-spec Pioneer comes standard with four seats and a massive rear display integrated into a partition behind the front seats. Image: Denza China Combined with the petrol engine, the 'long range' has a claimed distance of 1 050 km versus the 'standard's' 970 km. Serving as the range's flagship, the all-wheel-drive D9 adds a second 45 kW electric motor to the front axle for a total output of 299 kW. The claimed electric range is 180 km and the combined, 980 km. Pricing in China kicks-off at 339 800 yuan, which amounts to R852 594 when directly converted. N9 Revealed as the end of last year as its flagship SUV, the N9 not only serves as Denza's flagship SUV, but also its most powerful plug-in hybrid product. Utilising a 2-2-2 seating arrangement, in addition to being inclusive of BYD's latest LiDAR system, the N9 rides on its parent company's latest e-Platform 3.0 with dimensions of 5 258 mm in length, a wheelbase of 3 125 mm, width of 2 030 mm and height of 1 830 mm. Reportedly equipped with a crab walking function as well as a tank turn-style, up front, N9 combines BYD's 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine with a 46.9-kWh Blade battery powering no less than electric motors. In total, this amounts to 680 kW, a reported top speed of 230 km/h, according to and an electric-only range of 202 km. The combined is 1 302 km. On the spec front, and depending on the trim level, the N9 sports a Head-Up Display projected onto the windscreen, a 26-speaker sound system, a BMW 7 Series-style 17.3-inch flip-down screen, refrigerated second-row centre console, a 3.2 m3 panoramic glass roof, electric, cooled, heated and massaging second-row, and Nappa leather upholstery. As standard, Denza has fitted the N9 with three displays; a 13.2-inch instrument cluster, a 17.3-inch infotainment and a 13.2-inch on the passenger side. For the moment, neither the mentioned models have received approval and as mentioned, expect final confirmation to only emerge at the end of the year or before Denza's official product launch next year. NOW READ: What next from BYD? Three more products coming to South Africa
Saba Yemen
31-07-2025
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Al-Qassam Brigades announce detonation of Zionist military bulldozer in Jabalia
Gaza - Saba: Al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of the Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas), announced on Thursday the detonation of a Zionist military bulldozer in the city of Jabalia. In a statement received by the Yemeni News Agency (SABA), the brigades said: "After returning from the battlefronts, our Qassam fighters confirmed the detonation of a high-explosive landmine in a Zionist military bulldozer, type 'D9,' near the Al-Omari Mosque in Jabalia, north of the Gaza Strip, on 28-07-2025." Since October 7, 2023, Palestinian resistance factions have continued their heroic operations against the Zionist enemy as part of the ongoing "Al-Aqsa Flood" battle. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
Saba Yemen
16-07-2025
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Al-Qassam targets Zionist military vehicle & two bulldozers east of Gaza city
Gaza – Saba: Al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of the Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas), announced on Wednesday that its fighters had targeted a Zionist troop carrier and two military bulldozers east of Gaza City. In a statement received by the Yemeni News Agency (SABA), Al-Qassam said: "After returning from the frontlines, our fighters confirmed the targeting of a Zionist troop carrier and two 'D9' military bulldozers with two 'Tandem' shells and a 'Yassin 105' shell near Al-Islah Roundabout on Al-Mintar Street in Al-Shujaiya neighborhood, east of Gaza City, on July 7 of this year." Since October 7, 2023, Palestinian resistance factions have continued their heroic operations against the Zionist enemy as part of the ongoing "Al-Aqsa Flood" battle. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
