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RSSFeeds Jordanians protest against peace treaty with Israel in fresh rallies https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/jordanians-protest-against-peace-treaty-with-israel-in-fresh-rallies-794310 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/588350' /><br />Jordan's peace treaty with Israel is widely unpopular among many citizens who see normalization as betraying the rights of their Palestinian compatriots.<br /> REUTERS/Alaa Al-Sukhni Fri, 29 Mar 2024 00:55:36 GMT Fri, 29 Mar 2024 00:55:36 GMT 794310 N False BY REUTERS False Israel,Gaza,Jordan,protests 12 Jordanians protest against peace treaty with Israel in fresh rallies US does not support war in Lebanon, working to reschedule Israeli delegation https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/us-does-not-support-war-in-lebanon-working-to-reschedule-israeli-delegation-794266 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/587922' /><br />The US reaffirms opposition to the war in Lebanon amidst tensions. Diplomatic discussions with Israel continue, and the White House emphasizes the anti-Hamas stance.<br /> PRIME MINISTER'S OFFICE Thu, 28 Mar 2024 19:15:03 GMT Thu, 28 Mar 2024 19:15:03 GMT 794266 N False BY EVE YOUNG AND HANNAH SARISOHN False Benjamin Netanyahu,Lebanon,US Israel,War,John Kirby 12 Clarifying anti-war stance and diplomatic meetings France to resume UNRWA funding with $30 million, Kuwait sends $2 million https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-794201 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/577846' /><br />UNRWA secures funds until May, despite donor pause over Hamas accusations. Kuwait pledges $2M, France to provide €30M with conditions.<br /> REUTERS/MUSSA QAWASMA Thu, 28 Mar 2024 14:00:10 GMT Thu, 28 Mar 2024 15:45:17 GMT 794201 N False BY REUTERS False Gaza,France,UNRWA,kuwait,Israel-Hamas War 12 France to resume UNRWA funding with $30 million, Kuwait sends $2 million New Palestinian PM forms new cabinet, calls for Gaza ceasefire https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-794198 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/585322' /><br /> Palestinian PM Mustafa forms new cabinet, prioritizing Gaza ceasefire and reconstruction, aiming for PA reform amid strained relations with Hamas.<br /> VIA REUTERS Thu, 28 Mar 2024 13:30:15 GMT Thu, 28 Mar 2024 16:48:46 GMT 794198 N False BY REUTERS False Gaza,Mahmoud Abbas,Palestinian Authority,ceasefire 12 New Palestinian PM forms new cabinet, calls for Gaza ceasefire Russian warships enter the Red Sea, navy says https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-794129 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/507893' /><br />The Houthis have vowed to continue their attacks in the Red Sea as long as Israel continues to commit "crimes against Palestinians."<br /> REUTERS/VITALY NEVAR Thu, 28 Mar 2024 09:20:26 GMT Thu, 28 Mar 2024 12:38:52 GMT 794129 N False BY REUTERS False Russia,Houthi,Middle East,Red Sea,Israel-Hamas War 2024 12 Russian warships enter the Red Sea, navy says Houthis use Israel's war in Gaza to distract from Yemen’s economic plight https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/houthis-use-israeli-palestinian-conflict-as-a-distraction-from-yemens-economic-plight-793969 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/587663' /><br />As Yemen's economic conditions deteriorate, the Houthis stand accused of diverting public attention by focusing on Israeli-Palestinian hostilities<br /> KHALED ABDULLAH/REUTERS Wed, 27 Mar 2024 12:01:32 GMT Wed, 27 Mar 2024 14:16:42 GMT 793969 N False BY ANWAR MUNEER/THE MEDIA LINE False Terrorism,Yemen,economy,Houthi,The Media Line,Israel-Hamas War 2024 12 Houthis distract from economic disaster using Israel-Hamas war The free world must support Iran's minorities in toppling the Iranian regime https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/the-free-world-must-support-irans-minorities-in-toppling-the-iranian-regime-opinion-793874 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/587703' /><br />It is the duty of the free world to support the protests seeking “women, life, freedom” and the minorities of Iran wishing to establish a national government separate from Tehran.<br /> WEST ASIA NEWS AGENCY/REUTERS Wed, 27 Mar 2024 03:25:49 GMT Wed, 27 Mar 2024 03:25:49 GMT 793874 N False BY MORDECHAI KEDAR False Iran,Kurds and Israel,Ethnic and religious minorities,Islamic Republic 12 Iranian minorities will topple the regime - opinion What’s behind Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s ‘firm’ support for Hamas? https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/whats-behind-turkish-president-recep-tayyip-erdogans-firm-support-for-hamas-793907 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/583895' /><br />Erdogan is ramping up his pro-Hamas rhetoric ahead of Turkey’s local elections on March 31, according to M. Hakan Yavuz, a professor of political science at the University of Utah.<br /> MURAD SEZER/REUTERS Tue, 26 Mar 2024 23:59:23 GMT Tue, 26 Mar 2024 23:59:53 GMT 793907 N False BY SHIRA LI BARTOV/JTA False Hamas,Turkey,Erdogan,Erdogan Turkey 12 What’s behind Turkey's Erdogan’s ‘firm’ support for Hamas? US announces additional sanctions against Houthi financier https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/us-announces-additional-sanctions-against-houthi-financier-793845 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/587662' /><br />Since the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas war, the Iranian-backed group has terrorized shipping networks, leading the US State Department to take a firmer stance. <br /> KHALED ABDULLAH/REUTERS Tue, 26 Mar 2024 16:29:42 GMT Wed, 27 Mar 2024 20:17:00 GMT 793845 N False BY HANNAH SARISOHN False Hezbollah,Iran,Terrorism,sanctions,Houthi,state department 12 State Dept. applies sanctions against Iran-backed Houthi financier Houthis boast of ‘advanced’ capabilities https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/houthis-boast-of-advanced-capabilities-793759 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/576163' /><br />The Houthis have adopted a new narrative in which they now interpret their war in Yemen as part of a regional struggle for the Palestinians.<br /> KHALED ABDULLAH/REUTERS Tue, 26 Mar 2024 09:30:20 GMT Tue, 26 Mar 2024 15:03:38 GMT 793759 N False BY SETH J. FRANTZMAN False Iran,Yemen,Houthi,Red Sea,Israel-Hamas War 2024 12 Houthis boast of ‘advanced’ capabilities US must challenge Iran's narrative to the world - opinion https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/us-cant-forget-irans-people-when-fighting-its-government-opinion-793685 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/574732' /><br />As the United States navigates this challenging terrain, it must do so with a commitment to the principles of liberty, justice, and the promotion of a stable, peaceful, and just international order.<br /> Office of the Iranian Supreme Leader/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS Tue, 26 Mar 2024 03:06:45 GMT Tue, 26 Mar 2024 06:50:36 GMT 793685 N False BY ERFAN FARD False Iran,IRGC,Biden administration,Israel-Hamas War 2024 12 US must ensure future for Iran's people IRGC advisor eliminated in alleged Israeli airstrikes in eastern Syria - report https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-793713 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/583883' /><br />Syrian state media said seven Syrian soldiers and one civilian were killed in the strikes in the Deir Ezzor region.<br /> Violeta Santos Moura/Reuters Tue, 26 Mar 2024 01:05:25 GMT Tue, 26 Mar 2024 22:31:30 GMT 793713 N False BY TZVI JOFFRE AND REUTERS False Israel,IDF,Iran,Syria,Terrorism,West Bank,Middle East,IRGC,airstrike 12 IRGC advisor eliminated in alleged Israeli airstrikes in eastern Syria Previously undisclosed documents reveal 2020 arson at Iran nuclear facility https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/previously-undisclosed-documents-reveal-2020-arson-at-iran-nuclear-facility-793711 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/539916' /><br />This sabotage operation is not the first one carried out at Iranian nuclear facilities.<br /> Office of the Iranian Supreme Leader/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS Tue, 26 Mar 2024 00:05:14 GMT Tue, 26 Mar 2024 00:05:14 GMT 793711 N False BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF False Iran,iran israel,Iran nuclear power plant,arson,Nuclear Deal 12 616 Sabotage attempt carried out in 2020 in Tehran, revealed now Iran believes Gaza war will ‘shape new world order’ https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/iran-believes-gaza-war-will-shape-new-world-order-analysis-793709 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/571223' /><br />Iran doesn’t care that much about the tactics in Gaza, it cares more about the grand strategy.<br /> WEST ASIA NEWS AGENCY/REUTERS Mon, 25 Mar 2024 22:32:55 GMT Tue, 26 Mar 2024 15:35:08 GMT 793709 N False BY SETH J. FRANTZMAN False Iran,Terrorism,Russia,BRICS,Israel-Hamas War 2024 12 616 Iran has larger plans than only the Gaza war - analysis What would happen to pro-Palestinian western youth under Hamas? - Syrian American journalist asks https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/our-shared-history-insights-from-syrian-born-american-journalist-and-anchor-hayvi-bouzo-793661 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/587339' /><br />A co-founder and host of the Yalla Show, Bouzo had a long career in journalism – both in Syria and abroad – before becoming a popular content creator based in the US.<br /> Courtesy Mon, 25 Mar 2024 15:21:31 GMT Mon, 25 Mar 2024 21:29:10 GMT 793661 N False BY OHAD MERLIN False syrian jews,Arab media,antisemitism,Israel-Hamas War 2023,Interview 12 Hayvi Bouzo discusses Arab media post October 7 Western-aligned Syria-based milita reminds world of Islamic State threat https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/western-aligned-syria-based-milita-reminds-world-of-islamic-state-threat-793506 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/534013' /><br />The US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) warned ISIS "still poses a great danger to our regions and the world.”<br /> NDLA Sun, 24 Mar 2024 15:58:22 GMT Sun, 24 Mar 2024 15:58:35 GMT 793506 N False BY THE MEDIA LINE STAFF False Syria,Terrorism,ISIS,Syrian Democratic Forces,The Media Line 12 Western-aligned Syria-based milita reminds world of Islamic State threat Israel is 'anti-human,' Iranian FM tells Palestinian Islamic Jihad chief https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/iranian-fm-to-palestinian-islamic-jihad-chief-gaza-crisis-displays-israels-anti-human-nature-793490 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/518479' /><br />The Iranian FM had previously spoken with Hamas political bureau leader Ismail Haniyeh on Thursday.<br /> REUTERS/CAGLA GURDOGAN Sun, 24 Mar 2024 15:09:15 GMT Sun, 24 Mar 2024 15:09:15 GMT 793490 N False BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF False Iran,Palestinian Islamic Jihad,Terrorism,Hamas Iran,Israel-Hamas War 2024 12 616 Iran FM to Islamic Jihad chief: Gaza crisis shows Israel is 'anti-human' US shoots down Houthi drones above Red Sea https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/us-shoots-down-houthi-drones-above-red-sea-793382 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/584897' /><br />The engagement was one of three separate incidents of Houthi attacks on ships in the Red Sea on Saturday morning, according to US Central Command. <br /> PUBLIC DOMAIN Sun, 24 Mar 2024 03:44:12 GMT Sun, 24 Mar 2024 03:44:12 GMT 793382 N False BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF False United States,Houthi,US Navy,Red Sea,Shipping 12 Houthis attack ships in three separate incidents Iran’s vision of security and stability isn't grounded in reality https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/irans-vision-of-security-and-stability-isnt-grounded-in-reality-opinion-793336 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/586883' /><br />“The Islamic Republic will never consider its territorial sovereignty negotiable.”<br /> UAE Presidential Court/Reuters Sun, 24 Mar 2024 00:37:34 GMT Sun, 24 Mar 2024 00:37:34 GMT 793336 N False BY SALEM ALKETBI False Iran,UAE,Iranian Revolutionary Guards,Gulf States 12 Iran's plan for prosperity excludes cooperation with Gulf states 'Iranian Holocaust': Palestinian flag placed on Mordechai's tomb as Jews celebrate Purim https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/palestinian-flag-on-mordechais-tomb-purim-in-iran-finds-local-jews-in-a-tight-spot-793378 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/457836' /><br />Purim in Iran has been marred by accusations of genocide against Iranians and Palestinian flags in Esther and Mordechai's tombs.<br /> WIKIMEDIA COMMONS/PHILIPPE CHAVIN Sat, 23 Mar 2024 21:35:11 GMT Sun, 24 Mar 2024 15:49:09 GMT 793378 N False BY OHAD MERLIN False Iran,Purim,Palestinian,antisemitism 12 Modechai's tomb vandalized, Iranians decry Purim as 'Iranian Holocaust' Oil tanker crew tackle fire after projectile strike off Yemen - maritime agency https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/oil-tanker-crew-tackle-fire-after-projectile-strike-off-yemen-maritime-agency-793364 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/505877' /><br />Ambrey said the tanker was registered under Union Maritime Ltd, a UK company, in 2019 before changing its registration details, including name and operator, last month.<br /> REUTERS/COSTAS BALTAS Sat, 23 Mar 2024 18:58:12 GMT Sat, 23 Mar 2024 18:58:12 GMT 793364 N False BY REUTERS False Terrorism,Houthi,Red Sea,Shipping,Israel-Hamas War 2024 12 Oil tanker catches fire from projectile strike sent by Houthi terrorists A turbojet and 13 bombs: Iran's new 'Gaza' drone can threaten Israel https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/13-bombs-and-a-turbojet-engine-on-top-the-new-iranian-drone-that-can-threaten-israel-793350 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/586905' /><br />Iran recently unveiled its new UAV named "Gaza," claiming it can reach distances of thousands of kilometers.<br /> IRANIAN ARMY/WANA (WEST ASIA NEWS AGENCY)/HANDOUT VIA REUTERS Sat, 23 Mar 2024 16:23:15 GMT Sat, 23 Mar 2024 16:35:38 GMT 793350 N False BY MAARIV False Iran,UAVs,drone,missiles,Shahed drone 12 New Iranian UAV reportedly poses threat to Israel Iran eyes Russia and China for nuclear investment, ties https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/iran-eyes-russia-and-china-for-nuclear-investment-ties-793329 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/517165' /><br />It is important that we are determined to achieve our goals, and in my opinion, our colleagues are determined to create this space for the nuclear industry abroad,” the IAEO spokesperson said.<br /> PRESIDENT WEBSITE/WANA (WEST ASIA NEWS AGENCY)/HANDOUT VIA REUTERS Sat, 23 Mar 2024 13:24:03 GMT Sun, 24 Mar 2024 17:58:33 GMT 793329 N False BY SETH J. FRANTZMAN False Iran,China,russia iran,nuclear program,Israel-Hamas War 2024 12 616 Iran looking for partnerships for nuclear program with Russia, China Iran’s Khamanei believes US will 'leave' Middle East https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/irans-khamanei-believes-us-will-leave-middle-east-793327 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/581926' /><br />Overall, Iran will exploit the war in Gaza to try to reduce US influence.<br /> KHAMENEI.IR Sat, 23 Mar 2024 13:12:31 GMT Sun, 24 Mar 2024 17:27:44 GMT 793327 N False BY SETH J. FRANTZMAN False Iran,Terrorism,United States,Ayatollah Ali Khamenei,Israel-Hamas War 2024 12 616 Iran's Khamanei using Gaza war as step to change world order UN chief calls for Israeli 'ironclad commitment' for free humanitarian aid access to Gaza https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-793324 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/573811' /><br />Katz denounces Guterres for failure to blame Hamas for plundering humanitarian assistance<br /> REUTERS/GLEB GARANICH Sat, 23 Mar 2024 12:35:32 GMT Sat, 23 Mar 2024 21:16:00 GMT 793324 N False BY EVE YOUNG False Gaza,kerem shalom border crossing,Rafah,António Guterres,humanitarian aid 12 UN chief calls blocked aid for Gaza a moral outrage Voices from the Arab press: Will Israel find opportunity to strike Iran nuke facility? https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/voices-from-the-arab-press-will-israel-find-opportunity-to-strike-iran-nuke-facility-793120 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/586710' /><br />A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.<br /> Tobias Schwarz/AFP via Getty Images Sat, 23 Mar 2024 08:57:30 GMT Sat, 23 Mar 2024 08:57:30 GMT 793120 N False BY THE MEDIA LINE False Iran,Nuclear,Ramadan,Houthi,Voices from the Arab press,The Media Line 12 Will Israel find opportunity to strike Iran nuclear facility? Iran considering sending humans to space, minister says https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/iran-considering-sending-humans-to-space-minister-says-793305 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/519680' /><br />Iranian Minister of Communications Isa Zarepour said that Iran would also be working on improving satellite imagery.<br /> WANA/SEPAH NEWS VIA REUTERS Sat, 23 Mar 2024 07:18:50 GMT Sat, 23 Mar 2024 07:18:50 GMT 793305 N False BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF False Iran,space,Satellite,Astronaut Safety in Solar Flares 12 616 Iran begins steps to send astronaut to space, minister says US says it conducted self-defense strikes against Houthi facilities https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/us-says-it-conducted-self-defense-strikes-against-houthi-facilities-793300 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/583892' /><br />Firms have been forced to take longer, more expensive journeys to ship their goods rather than using the Red Sea, in order to avoid attacks by the Houthis.<br /> KHALED ABDULLAH/REUTERS Sat, 23 Mar 2024 05:30:29 GMT Sat, 23 Mar 2024 05:30:29 GMT 793300 N False BY REUTERS False Iran,United States,United Kingdom,Yemen,middle east news,Houthi,usa,CENTCOM 12 Self-defense strikes conducted against Houthi facilities, US alleges Turkey's Erdogan threatens to 'send Netanyahu to Allah,' Israel summons envoy https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/fm-katz-summons-turkish-ambassador-after-erdogan-threatens-to-send-netanyahu-to-allah-793294 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/433279' /><br />Earlier this month, Erdogan compared Netanyahu in a speech to some of history's known dictators, including Mussolini, Hitler, and Stalin.<br /> TUMAY BERKIN/REUTERS AND MARC ISRAEL SELLEM/THE JERUSALEM POST Sat, 23 Mar 2024 02:19:22 GMT Sat, 23 Mar 2024 20:44:07 GMT 793294 N False BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF False Benjamin Netanyahu,Israel Katz,Turkey And Israel,ambassador 12 Turkey's Erdogan threatens to 'send Netanyahu to Allah' over Gaza war Houthis lament 'reckless' attacks by US, UK on Yemen https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-793292 <img align='right' src='https://images.jpost.com/image/upload/q_auto/c_fill,g_faces:center,h_537,w_822/583893' /><br />Muhammad Ali Al-Houthi condemns American-British strikes in Yemen, alleging aid to Gaza blockade; Red Sea shipping attacks persist.<br /> KHALED ABDULLAH/REUTERS Sat, 23 Mar 2024 01:27:19 GMT Sat, 23 Mar 2024 05:28:15 GMT 793292 N False BY REUTERS False Yemen,Houthi,Americans,Red Sea,England 12 Houthis lament 'reckless' attacks by US, UK on Yemen