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Genocidal war on Gaza

Wednesday has become yet another deadly day for Palestinians in the besieged Gaza Strip as the Israeli military strikes the war-ravaged territory indiscriminately. At least 10 people were killed in Israeli bombing of an apartment in Gaza City’s Tal al-Hawa neighborhood. A separate strike in the same neighborhood killed a Palestinian journalist along with five of her children. Fatalities were also reported following an Israeli attack targeting a group of civilians in the town of Bani Suhaila, near Khan Yunis, southern Gaza. Also in the south, Israeli forces opened fire on Palestinians near an aid distribution center, killing at least two of them and injuring some 40 others. The US-Israeli genocide, which began in October 2023, has so far killed more than 59,100 Palestinians, leaving over 142,500 others injured. 

Iran nuclear program

The Iranian president says allegations about Iran's nuclear program being over are an illusion, stressing that uranium enrichment will continue within the framework of international laws. In an interview with Al Jazeera network, Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran's nuclear capabilities lie in the minds of its scientists, not just in facilities. He reiterated that Iran does not seek to develop nuclear weapons, describing it as the country’s political, religious, humanitarian, and strategic stance. Pezeshkian said during the 12-day US-Israeli imposed war, Israel sought to eliminate Iran through chaos and targeting the system, but it failed. He stressed that it was Iran’s ability to strike deep inside the occupied territories that forced Israel to seek a ceasefire. Pezeshkian emphasized that Iran is prepared for any military action, and its forces are ready to strike deep inside Israel again. He noted that any future negotiations must be based on a win-win approach, as Iran we will not accept threats or dictates.

Iran-Russia joint maritime drills

Iran and Russia have held the final day of their joint maritime drills in the Caspian Sea, showcasing tactical precision and emergency response capabilities. Naval units from both countries executed a simulated fire suppression and rescue mission aboard a distressed commercial vessel. In a separate phase, participating units carried out aerial photography exercises, known as Photo Ex, and tactical formations at sea. According to the drills’ spokesperson, all operations were monitored by helicopters belonging to the Iranian Navy to ensure precision and coordination. The three-day drills, codenamed Casarex 2025, held under the slogan of “Together for a Safe and Secure Caspian Sea”, highlighted growing maritime cooperation between Tehran and Moscow.

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