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At the Arab League summit in Cairo, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi proposed a comprehensive plan for Gaza, offering an alternative to Trump’s controversial initiative. The plan emphasizes maintaining Gazans in their homeland and includes forming a temporary administrative committee of Palestinian professionals, a $53 billion five-year roadmap for recovery, and an internationally supervised trust fund for financing. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres endorsed the initiative, stressing the importance of humanitarian aid and adherence to international law. Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas welcomed the plan, rejecting proposals for population transfers, while also expressing readiness for elections under favorable conditions.
Tehran Students and Retired Teachers Rally for Unfulfilled Promises: A Call for Change!
Over the weekend, protests erupted in Tehran as retired teachers and medical students voiced their frustrations with the Iranian government. Retired teachers demanded overdue entitlements outside Parliament, highlighting the devaluation of the national currency, which has lost 99.99% of its value since 1979. Medical students protested against nearly 200% tuition hikes at Azad University, arguing the increases were unmanageable. Additionally, dismissed professors called for reinstatement, claiming they were removed for advocating academic freedom. These demonstrations reflect widespread dissatisfaction with economic pressures and unfulfilled government promises, emphasizing the need for accountability and change in Iran.
Strengthening Lebanon-Iran Ties: A Key to Regional Stability and Prosperity
Lebanon’s government faces backlash after temporarily banning Iranian planes from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, leading to protests that blocked access to the airport. Ghaleb Abu Zeinab from Hezbollah criticized the government’s decision, urging for stronger ties with Iran while resisting U.S. pressures. Following the ban, Lebanon attempted to repatriate citizens stranded in Iran, but complications arose as Iran refused Lebanese aircraft landing. The situation is further complicated by Israeli threats against Iranian flights, raising concerns over Lebanon’s sovereignty and diplomatic relations. The protests reflect public sentiment on the government’s handling of international relations amid escalating tensions.
Iran Takes the Helm: Elected Chair of Asia-Pacific Group at UN Human Rights Council
Iran has been elected chair of the Asia-Pacific Group within the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), marking a significant step in its international diplomacy. As the largest entity in the Human Rights Council, this role allows Iran to coordinate group activities and direct human rights initiatives related to the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights. The presidency, led by Ali Bahraini, Iran’s Ambassador to the UN in Geneva, commenced this week and will last until the end of 2025. This position enables Iran to play a pivotal role in shaping human rights policies in the region.
Tehran Slams U.S. for New Sanctions Targeting Iran’s Oil Industry
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