Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem says group will ‘not submit to Israel’ and disarm as pressure on Lebanon grows. Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem has said that calls for the Lebanese group’s disarmament serve only Israel, amid pressure from the United States for Beirut to take such steps. “Those who call for submitting arms practically demand submitting them to Israel … We will not submit to Israel,” Qassem said on Wednesday in a televised address marking the first anniversary of the targeted killing by Israel of senior commander Fuad Shukr. Hezbollah emerged weakened from a war with Israel last year that eliminated…
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Türkiye’s relationship with the African continent has witnessed a notable escalation in recent years, commencing from the early 2000s. In the context of trade and diplomatic initiatives, multifaceted collaborations have been established with various countries on the continent. More recently, the defense industry has also become involved in this process. Türkiye’s role in Africa has evolved from a provider of humanitarian and development aid to that of a pivotal strategic partner in fostering African security. This transformation is evident in the country’s well-developed trade relations, particularly in the domains of defense industry exports and security cooperation agreements. The success achieved…
Following the collapse of the Baath regime and Bashar Assad’s flight to Russia, efforts to build a new political, social and institutional order in Syria are rapidly progressing. The challenging process that began after more than a decade of destruction is being closely followed by global actors, especially European countries. These countries have numerous value- and interest-based reasons for their keen interest in Syria’s reconstruction process. In this context, it is important to note that European countries considered the former Syria a “rogue state” acting in line with the regional interests of Iran and Russia and severed all contact with…
Washington, DC — For years, the story of American Muslims has often been told as a community positioned, if not apart, then adjacent to the American religious story. But data released by the Pew Research Centre this month turns that narrative inside out. In the largest survey of its kind, Pew’s 2023–24 Religious Landscape Study (RLS) offers a sweeping portrait of religious life in America — and reveals a surprising symmetry. It finds that Muslim Americans are not just keeping the faith, they’re also leading in classrooms and lecture halls across the country. Forty-four percent hold college degrees, with more…
The pharmacy bill of average Americans is set to go up as drugs from the European Union become pricier under the new tariff regime. The United States and European Union recently reached a trade agreement, bringing an end to a standoff between the two economic blocs. Following talks in Scotland between President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, the two sides agreed to impose a 15 percent tariff on all EU goods entering the US, half the 30 percent rate Trump had threatened to introduce. As per the new agreement, the EU’s pharmaceutical industry has been…
July 30, 2025, 12:42 PM EDT Public opinion about Israel’s conduct in Gaza appears to be changing in the United States and elsewhere as striking photos and videos of emaciated children and their starving parents emerge and aid agencies warn of famine. “The situation is just indefensible and catastrophically bad. The suffering is really acute,” Michael Wahid Hanna, the U.S. program director at the International Crisis Group, a think tank, told NBC News on Tuesday. “Press coverage has changed. In the past two weeks, in particular, I feel like there has been a tipping point in terms of how the…
One of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded triggered tsunami warnings across the Pacific. The Federal Reserve is expected to leave key interest rates unchanged. And a Missouri furniture maker said his business is in jeopardy amid a yearslong legal battle with his insurance company. Here’s what to know today. Tsunami alerts issued across the Pacific after 8.8-magnitude quake strikes off RussiaOne of the most powerful earthquakes ever recorded triggered tsunami warnings and evacuations across the Pacific. In Hawaii, visitors and residents alike were forced to seek higher ground as powerful waves threatened the state. But the alert level was downgraded…
Trading platform Robinhood’s crypto revenue increased 98% year-on-year to $160 million in the second quarter as CEO Vlad Tenev doubled down on plans to lead the real-world asset tokenization market in the US and abroad. Total net revenue climbed 45% year-on-year to $989 million, while net income increased by 105% to $386 million, Robinhood said in its earnings statement on Wednesday. Despite beating Wall Street expectations, company shares slightly retraced in after-hours trading. Split of Robinhood’s transaction-based revenue for crypto, equities, options and “other.” Source: RobinhoodCrypto volumes also increased 32% in the quarter to $28 billion as the crypto market…
Key points: Bitcoin remains stuck in a narrow range, suggesting a breakout could be around the corner. The FOMC minutes and Federal Reserve interest rate decision could set the tone for crypto’s next steps. Bitcoin (BTC) continues to trade near the $120,000 resistance, indicating that the bulls have kept up the pressure. Although Bitcoin is on a strong wicket, the up move may face seasonal headwinds. According to Axel Adler Jr., BTC has recorded an average return of just 2.56% in August in the past 13 years. However, near-term uncertainty or August’s historical weakness has not stopped Strategy from buying…
Thousands filled the streets of Birmingham on Wednesday to bid a heartfelt farewell to hometown legend Ozzy Osbourne as the heavy metal icon was laid to rest. The Black Sabbath frontman, known as the “Prince of Darkness” and infamous for biting a bat onstage, died July 22 at age 76. Diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2019, Osbourne passed away just 17 days after performing a final sold-out concert in Birmingham. The funeral procession began around 12:00 p.m. GMT, following a route chosen by Osbourne’s family through the city he called home. Fans chanted “Ozzy! Ozzy! Ozzy!” while others shouted, “We…