7 h. ago “We can’t handle it anymore:” Iranians describe heavy toll of protests and violent crackdown

Eyewitness accounts from the ongoing protests in Iran — where the government has imposed an internet blackout — depict intense struggle and mounting exhaustion after two weeks of turmoil. Speaking on condition of anonymity, one 35-year-old anti-government protester in Tehran told CNN demonstrators appear to be exhausted, tired of the fight amid sleepless nights. Meanwhile, … The post “We can’t handle it anymore:” Iranians describe heavy toll of protests and violent crackdown appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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12 h. ago Russia strikes western Ukraine with Oreshnik ballistic missile, one of its most advanced weapons

Kyiv  —  Russia fired a hypersonic Oreshnik missile at a target in western Ukraine overnight Thursday, near the border with NATO member Poland, in what has been labeled a brazen “warning” to the wider continent and the United States. It marked the first time in more than a year that Moscow had unleashed the Oreshnik, … The post Russia strikes western Ukraine with Oreshnik ballistic missile, one of its most advanced weapons appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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12 h. ago US carries out strikes in Syria as part of ongoing retaliation against ISIS

The US carried out large-scale strikes against ISIS targets in Syria on Saturday tied to an ongoing retaliatory campaign dubbed “Operation Hawkeye Strike.” “Today, at approximately 12:30 p.m. Eastern Time, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) forces, alongside partner forces, conducted large-scale strikes against multiple ISIS targets across Syria,” US Central Command said in a release posted … The post US carries out strikes in Syria as part of ongoing retaliation against ISIS appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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12 h. ago Iran will retaliate against any US attacks, parliament speaker warns

Tehran will treat US military and commercial bases as targets for retaliation if Washington intervenes militarily in unrest-hit Iran, its hardline parliamentary speaker has warned. “If the US takes military action towards Iran or the occupied territories, the US military and shipping centers will be considered legitimate targets,” Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said. “We do not … The post Iran will retaliate against any US attacks, parliament speaker warns appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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13 h. ago Mercenary wanted on terrorism charges in Egypt takes part in attacks on Sheikh Maqsoud

Mercenary wanted on terrorism charges in Egypt takes part in attacks on Sheikh Maqsoud  ANHA

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28 h. ago Egypt announces results of last seats in parliament vote that gave Sisi strong majority

Egypt announces results of last seats in parliament vote that gave Sisi strong majority  Reuters

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31 h. ago Iranians have been protesting for almost two weeks. Here’s how the demonstrations began

People across Iran have taken part in anti-government protests for nearly two weeks now. Dozens of people have been killed, according to the Norway-based Iran Human Rights NGO (IHRNGO). If you’re just catching up, here are some key details about the protests that you need to know: When did the protests begin? Demonstrations in the … The post Iranians have been protesting for almost two weeks. Here’s how the demonstrations began appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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33 h. ago Egypt, many Arab and Muslim nations condemn Israeli official’s visit to Somaliland

CAIRO, Jan 8 (MENA) – The foreign ministers of Egypt, Algeria, Bangladesh, Comoros, Djibouti, Gambia, Indonesia, Iran, Jordan, Kuwait, Libya, Maldives, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, Sudan, Turkey, and Yemen along with the Organization of Islamic Cooperation have strongly condemned an Israeli official’s illegal visit to Somaliland, a region of the Federal … The post Egypt, many Arab and Muslim nations condemn Israeli official’s visit to Somaliland appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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33 h. ago UK Commons speaker, Egypt envoy discuss boosting parliamentary ties

CAIRO, Jan 9 (MENA) – Speaker of the British House of Commons Sir Lindsay Hoyle met Egypt’s Ambassador to the United Kingdom Ashraf Sweilam to discuss strengthening bilateral ties and expanding parliamentary cooperation, according to a statement released by the foreign ministry on Friday. The two sides reviewed the long-standing historical relations between Egypt and … The post UK Commons speaker, Egypt envoy discuss boosting parliamentary ties appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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36 h. ago Shopkeepers, who traditionally support Iran’s regime, sparked the protests. Here’s why that’s significant

Anti-government protests in Iran challenging the regime have spread to more than 100 cities. The fact that they began with the bazaaris – a powerful force for change in Iran’s history and one seen as loyal to the regime – is notable. How it began: When the central bank decided to end a program allowing some … The post Shopkeepers, who traditionally support Iran’s regime, sparked the protests. Here’s why that’s significant appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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36 h. ago Trump warns Iranian leaders that US “will start shooting, too”

President Donald Trump on Friday said the US is closely watching the situation in Iran and again warned leadership against using violence on demonstrators. “And again, I tell the Iranian leaders, you better not start shooting, because we’ll start shooting too,” Trump said during a meeting with oil executives at the White House. But he … The post Trump warns Iranian leaders that US “will start shooting, too” appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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37 h. ago Egypt, Jordan Warn Against Illegal Israeli Measures In Occupied West Bank

Egypt, Jordan Warn Against Illegal Israeli Measures In Occupied West Bank  Menafn.com

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47 h. ago Israeli Navy Fires Warning Shots at Egyptian Warship near Gaza Waters

Israeli Navy Fires Warning Shots at Egyptian Warship near Gaza Waters  Palestine Chronicle

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52 h. ago Israeli navy fires warning shots at Egypt vessel in Gaza waters

Israeli navy fires warning shots at Egypt vessel in Gaza waters  The New Arab

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3 d. ago Israeli Navy fires warning shots at Egyptian vessel in its waters

Israeli Navy fires warning shots at Egyptian vessel in its waters  Latest news from Azerbaijan

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3 d. ago IDF says it fired warning shots after Egyptian vessel enters Israeli waters

IDF says it fired warning shots after Egyptian vessel enters Israeli waters  The Times of Israel

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3 d. ago Egyptian vessel enters Israeli waters, Navy fires warning shots

Egyptian vessel enters Israeli waters, Navy fires warning shots  www.israelhayom.com

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3 d. ago Egypt Warns Nile Cooperation Has Limits as GERD Dispute Flares

Egypt Warns Nile Cooperation Has Limits as GERD Dispute Flares  The Media Line

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3 d. ago Thousands of Berliners lost power for days after climate activists struck. Here’s what happened

Berlin  —  Amid heavy snow in the German capital and temperatures plummeting to below freezing, nearly 100,000 people were left without power for several days after an alleged left-wing arson attack on Berlin’s power supply on Saturday caused a major blackout. The activist group Vulkangruppe – or Volcano Group – claimed responsibility for the attack, … The post Thousands of Berliners lost power for days after climate activists struck. Here’s what happened appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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4 d. ago Egypt warns of measures to protect water security against unilateral Nile actions

Egypt warns of measures to protect water security against unilateral Nile actions  Dailynewsegypt

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