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Jebran Bassil, the head of the Free Patriotic Movement, has urged for unity in facing Israel, calling for an immediate ceasefire and the election of a consensus president in Lebanon. In an interview with the al-Modon news portal, Bassil emphasized that the top priority should be achieving a ceasefire and preventing any potential re-occupation of southern Lebanon. Bassil revealed that …

On Friday, top Hamas political leader Khalil al-Hayya confirmed the death of the group’s leader, Yahya Sinwar. In a televised address, al-Hayya reaffirmed Hamas’ position, stating that Israeli hostages taken during the group’s attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, would not be released until a cease-fire is achieved in Gaza’s yearlong war. He emphasized, “Those prisoners will not be …

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni arrived in Lebanon on Friday, marking the first visit by a head of state or government since the recent escalation between Israel and Hezbollah. According to her office, Meloni’s visit comes at a time when Italy’s peacekeepers play a key role in the U.N. force stationed in southern Lebanon, a region that has been targeted …

U.S. President Joe Biden recently suggested that negotiating a cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah could prove easier than doing so with Hamas. During a meeting in Berlin with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, French President Emmanuel Macron, and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Biden discussed the potential path to end the ongoing Middle East conflict, particularly following the recent killing of …

After an eventful transfer window, Atlético Madrid hoped to be a major contender in the title race, rather than playing second fiddle to Real Madrid and FC Barcelona. However, as of now, Antoine Griezmann and his teammates find themselves in 3rd place, trailing the Merengue by 4 points and the Blaugrana by 7. Before the international break, Atlético traveled to …

Since 2018, Roma has been unable to secure a spot in the Serie A top four, but they are determined to break this trend and qualify for the Champions League this season. However, the 2024/2025 campaign has been far from ideal, with instability plaguing the club. After failing to win any of their first four matches, head coach Daniele De …

Maccabi Petah Tikva will host Hapoel Beer Sheva at HaMoshava Stadium on October 20, 2024, in a Premier League match. Maccabi Petah Tikva currently sits in 10th place with 7 points and faces a tough challenge against 3rd-placed Hapoel Beer Sheva, who has gathered 12 points. Maccabi Petah Tikva has had a rough patch at home, losing 4 out of …

In a highly competitive race for promotion, Hapoel Hadera has surged to the top of the Ligat ha’Al standings thanks to an impressive run of eight wins in their last nine matches. The team has shown particular dominance at home, winning all five of their recent home games. On the other hand, Netanya has struggled on the road, losing 10 …