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The paper said it stood by its reporting, after publishing extracts from a book where the claim appears.

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France got a crash course on BAPS, the Hindu sect at the heart of an Eiffel Tower strike this week. But for Indians in France who have been trying to raise awareness of far-right Hindu groups, it comes too late. The sect came under scrutiny in the US more than five years ago. Now French public opinion is asking how the group got the green light for a mega temple near Paris and why questions were not raised.

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Protesters in Rome and UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese, warn proposed law could silence criticism of Israel.

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Houthis say Red Sea, Bab al-Mandab navigation safe and operating normally The spokesperson for Yemen's Houthis, Mohammed Abdulsalam, said on Thursday that navigation and international trade in the Red Sea and Bab al-Mandab remained safe and regular, as fighting with the government forces intensified. In a post on X, Abdulsalam said Yemen posed no threat to shipping and that ongoing Houthi operations were defensive and limited to previously announced targets. He said the operations would end once attacks on Yemen stopped and a blockade was lifted.

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Doug Bandow emphasized that "the US and its NATO partners are now waging a costly proxy war against Russia"

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Yulia Mendel added that Patriot batteries are also critically short of PAC-3 interceptors needed to stop ballistic missiles

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Despite severe security risks and an ongoing war, retirees, nurses, workers, teachers and students have held sit-ins and protests across Iran since this summer, most often over economic hardship. With prices going up every few hours, salaries and pensions going unpaid for months, and unemployment increasing, our Observers say life is becoming “impossible”.

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As China expands its submarine fleet, the US Navy is looking to develop a compact air-launched torpedo that could enable more crewed and uncrewed aircraft to attack submarines from farther away. The US Naval Air Systems Command issued a request for information – a step towards development – to industry in late August for the Silent Anvil Air-Launched Torpedo (SAA-LT). While air-launching a torpedo from stand-off range is not new – the US Navy already has the High Altitude Anti-Submarine Warfare...

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Russia’s production of crude oil shrank in August, lagging further behind its OPEC+ quota, after Ukraine stepped up attacks on the nation’s oil assets.

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UK settlement trade ban offers a lifeline to Palestine, and to an Israel on the brink Submitted by Xavier Abu Eid on Wed, 09/09/2026 - 20:52 After years of broken promises and Israeli impunity, some of the occupation's western enablers are finally willing to impose sanctions People hold a banner stating: “Genocide, occupation, apartheid, 3 reasons to sanction Israel” during a protest in Brussels, Belgium, on 11 May 2025 (Hatim Kaghat/Belga/AFP) Off The British government’s decision to ban trade with Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories should not be controversial. It is an acceptance of facts, including the illegality of the Israeli occupation, as ruled by the International Court of Justice. Britain must act in accordance with international law and UN resolutions, which require countries to “distinguish, in their relevant dealings, between the territory of the State of Israel and the territories occupied since 1967”. Yet several elements make this move extremely significant, including Britain’s historic denial of the Palestinian right to self-determination, and its coordination with other western governments that have announced parallel steps against the Israeli occupation. This is unprecedented in the context of Palestine. While critics have warned the settlement ban could strengthen Israeli hardliners before an election, or negatively affect British Jews, both assertions are typical talking points used to discourage accountability measures against Israel. Israel’s policies towards Palestinians extend beyond the current leadership. No Zionist opposition party is calling to end the illegal occupation. Actions such as the settlement ban, taken at this stage, may actually help to establish a roadmap for engagement with any future Israeli administration - one based on implementing international law, rather than promoting an endless “dialogue” aimed at normalising Israel’s illegal presence in Palestine. Long overdue Tuesday’s announcement of a settlement trade ban was fully in line with Britain’s legal and political responsibilities in Palestine - and it was long overdue. Thousands of British Jews have demanded that their government take action against Israeli settlements. At the core of the criticisms of these measures is a total lack of consideration for the rights of Palestinians living under Israeli occupation, and their systematic calls for the world not to be complicit in Israel’s violations. Palestinian rights, and accountability for the state that has long violated them, are now being put at the centre of the discussion On the domestic front, one of the strongest arguments employed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is that he has made no concessions on the Palestinian file, while simultaneously expanding diplomatic relations with other states - most prominently through the US -backed Abraham Accords, promoted as a path towards regional peace. But six years since the accords were signed, Israel has ramped up its assault on Palestinian rights and expanded its annexation drive, while relations with the rest of the region have cooled considerably. The British announcement thus appears to be part of a comprehensive effort to secure a two-state solution by tackling its main obstacle: Israel’s illegal occupation. The announcement of sanctions against those funding illegal Israeli settlements and companies profiting from the occupation sends a message to banks and construction firms, prior to the advancement of major Israeli settlement infrastructure, such as the E1 project. A number of European countries swiftly endorsed the UK move; several states, including Spain, Ireland, the Netherlands and Belgium, had already taken action on settlement trade. For the Palestinian people, this does not bring an immediate end to the Israeli occupation, but it does represent the fulfillment of a basic requirement towards that goal. Two-state solution For decades, Israel has not been incentivised to end its illegal occupation, despite significant normalisation efforts, including the 2002 Arab Peace Initiative. The British move marks a dramatic attempt to salvage the prospects of a two-state solution based on 1967 borders. It addresses the current power imbalance, telling the powerful occupier that it must choose between keeping its colonial enterprise intact, or preserving much-needed relations with the rest of the world. UK trade ban on illegal settlements is a welcome first step to justice for Palestinians Read More » Israel is keenly aware that countries are losing patience, and if the occupation does not end, other nations will be obliged to deal with Israel not as the “democracy” it claims to be, but as a settler-colonial occupier that imposes apartheid on the occupied population. Since 1948, Israeli diplomats have grown accustomed to making commitments the state never intended to abide by, such as respecting the UN Charter, following through on Resolution 181 ’s commitment to a two-state solution, and adhering to Resolution 194 on the right of return for Palestinian refugees. This formula worked for decades, but Israel today has left no room for doubts about its intentions. For years, settlement expansion has continued unchecked, while successive prime minsters have entertained talks about a political solution. Netanyahu’s regime has pushed this project to new extremes, and governments finally appear to be learning their lessons. A few years ago, Britain was actively considering moving its embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. Today, it is outlining sanctions against the Israeli occupation, less than a year after recognising the state of Palestine. This shift aligns with public opinion, with many people now unwilling to accept the impunity long granted to Israel. Palestinians understand that the settlement trade ban will not immediately protect them from settler attacks, army raids, bombardments or land theft. But it is significant, because after many decades, the taboo on sanctioning Israeli products and entities has been lifted. Palestinian rights, and accountability for the state that has long violated them, are now being put at the centre of the discussion. The views expressed in this article belong to the author and do not necessarily reflect the editorial policy of Middle East Eye. Occupation Opinion Post Date Override 0 Update Date Mon, 05/04/2020 - 21:29 Update Date Override 0

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The Kiev regime’s provocations are a matter of heightened attention for Russian intelligence agencies, Dmitry Peskov said

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Rebels announced ‘maritime embargo’ against kingdom’s exports in July, forcing world’s biggest exporter to cut production

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Dmitry Peskov stated that Kiev had originally opened this "Pandora’s box" by attacking Russian civilian infrastructure

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President Donald Trump offered voters a quid pro quo: elect Republicans and get a $5,000 payout, which he called the Trump dividend. The proposal is unlikely to become law, as fellow Republicans have already rejected similar ideas and Congress would need to approve a cash payment program with a price tag well over $1 trillion. Iran is ready for a more intense war and will escalate counterstrikes if the US continues attacking its territory and infrastructure, according to a senior official from the Islamic Republic. The Opening Trade has everything you need to know as markets open across Europe. With analysis you won't find anywhere else, we break down the biggest stories of the day and speak to top guests who have skin in the game. Hosted by Anna Edwards, Guy Johnson and Tom Mackenzie. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Calls grow for investigation after ICE attacks protesters

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UK settlement trade ban offers a lifeline to Palestine, and to an Israel on the brink Submitted by Xavier Abu Eid on Wed, 09/09/2026 - 20:52 After years of broken promises and Israeli impunity, some of the occupation's western enablers are finally willing to impose sanctions People hold a banner stating: “Genocide, occupation, apartheid, 3 reasons to sanction Israel” during a protest in Brussels, Belgium, on 11 May 2025 (Hatim Kaghat/Belga/AFP) Off The British government’s decision to ban trade with Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories should not be controversial. It is an acceptance of facts, including the illegality of the Israeli occupation, as ruled by the International Court of Justice. Britain must act in accordance with international law and UN resolutions, which require countries to “distinguish, in their relevant dealings, between the territory of the State of Israel and the territories occupied since 1967”. Yet several elements make this move extremely significant, including Britain’s historic denial of the Palestinian right to self-determination, and its coordination with other western governments that have announced parallel steps against the Israeli occupation. This is unprecedented in the context of Palestine. While critics have warned the settlement ban could strengthen Israeli hardliners before an election, or negatively affect British Jews, both assertions are typical talking points used to discourage accountability measures against Israel. Israel’s policies towards Palestinians extend beyond the current leadership. No Zionist opposition party is calling to end the illegal occupation. Actions such as the settlement ban, taken at this stage, may actually help to establish a roadmap for engagement with any future Israeli administration - one based on implementing international law, rather than promoting an endless “dialogue” aimed at normalising Israel’s illegal presence in Palestine. Long overdue Tuesday’s announcement of a settlement trade ban was fully in line with Britain’s legal and political responsibilities in Palestine - and it was long overdue. Thousands of British Jews have demanded that their government take action against Israeli settlements. At the core of the criticisms of these measures is a total lack of consideration for the rights of Palestinians living under Israeli occupation, and their systematic calls for the world not to be complicit in Israel’s violations. Palestinian rights, and accountability for the state that has long violated them, are now being put at the centre of the discussion On the domestic front, one of the strongest arguments employed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is that he has made no concessions on the Palestinian file, while simultaneously expanding diplomatic relations with other states - most prominently through the US -backed Abraham Accords, promoted as a path towards regional peace. But six years since the accords were signed, Israel has ramped up its assault on Palestinian rights and expanded its annexation drive, while relations with the rest of the region have cooled considerably. The British announcement thus appears to be part of a comprehensive effort to secure a two-state solution by tackling its main obstacle: Israel’s illegal occupation. The announcement of sanctions against those funding illegal Israeli settlements and companies profiting from the occupation sends a message to banks and construction firms, prior to the advancement of major Israeli settlement infrastructure, such as the E1 project. A number of European countries swiftly endorsed the UK move; several states, including Spain, Ireland, the Netherlands and Belgium, had already taken action on settlement trade. For the Palestinian people, this does not bring an immediate end to the Israeli occupation, but it does represent the fulfillment of a basic requirement towards that goal. Two-state solution For decades, Israel has not been incentivised to end its illegal occupation, despite significant normalisation efforts, including the 2002 Arab Peace Initiative. The British move marks a dramatic attempt to salvage the prospects of a two-state solution based on 1967 borders. It addresses the current power imbalance, telling the powerful occupier that it must choose between keeping its colonial enterprise intact, or preserving much-needed relations with the rest of the world. UK trade ban on illegal settlements is a welcome first step to justice for Palestinians Read More » Israel is keenly aware that countries are losing patience, and if the occupation does not end, other nations will be obliged to deal with Israel not as the “democracy” it claims to be, but as a settler-colonial occupier that imposes apartheid on the occupied population. Since 1948, Israeli diplomats have grown accustomed to making commitments the state never intended to abide by, such as respecting the UN Charter, following through on Resolution 181 ’s commitment to a two-state solution, and adhering to Resolution 194 on the right of return for Palestinian refugees. This formula worked for decades, but Israel today has left no room for doubts about its intentions. For years, settlement expansion has continued unchecked, while successive prime minsters have entertained talks about a political solution. Netanyahu’s regime has pushed this project to new extremes, and governments finally appear to be learning their lessons. A few years ago, Britain was actively considering moving its embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. Today, it is outlining sanctions against the Israeli occupation, less than a year after recognising the state of Palestine. This shift aligns with public opinion, with many people now unwilling to accept the impunity long granted to Israel. Palestinians understand that the settlement trade ban will not immediately protect them from settler attacks, army raids, bombardments or land theft. But it is significant, because after many decades, the taboo on sanctioning Israeli products and entities has been lifted. Palestinian rights, and accountability for the state that has long violated them, are now being put at the centre of the discussion. The views expressed in this article belong to the author and do not necessarily reflect the editorial policy of Middle East Eye. Occupation Opinion Post Date Override 0 Update Date Mon, 05/04/2020 - 21:29 Update Date Override 0

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US equity futures waver ahead of PPI data, Oracle earnings and a rate decision from the European Central Bank. Brent crude reaches $102 a barrel as Iran is said to be ready to intensify its counterattacks if the US continues its strikes. President Trump pledges a $5,000 payout to voters if the Republican party wins the midterm elections. The president is set to speak again at the Republican National Convention in Dallas today. Jack Caffrey of JPMorgan Asset Management joins "Bloomberg Brief" to recap this earnings season. This video has been edited to correct a graphic to note that ECB President Christine Lagarde is scheduled to speak. Lagarde's name was misspelled at 00;41;26;29 (Source: Bloomberg)

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Protesters marched in Lima against the arrival of US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and US policy toward Peru and Latin America, defending the autonomy of countries in the region. "What he has come to do is impose a policy without any kind of consultation, as if Peru were effectively his vassal," explained a woman participating in the march.

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Nuclear watchdog has gone more than a year without inspecting key sites; Iran says US attacks have made access unsafe.

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Japan’s plan to develop tactical satellites equipped with artificial intelligence (AI) would boost its long-range offensive strike capabilities and pose a serious threat, Chinese state media has warned. The Japanese Nikkei newspaper reported last week that the planned AI-equipped satellites would be capable of analysing surveillance intelligence in space. The aim is to speed up targeting decisions and strengthen the country’s “counterstrike capability”, such as missile guidance. According to the...

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IAEA chief Grossi told the Board of Governors that Tehran had provided no information on declared nuclear materials and inspectors had no on-site access, as Iran's parliament speaker threatened US energy assets with retaliatory strikes and the IRGC warned vessels off the southern Hormuz corridor.

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In January, Trump also threatened to decertify Bombardier aircraft as he raged against what he said was Canada's refusal to certify certain US-made Gulfstream planes.

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Houthi missiles struck Abha International Airport, King Khalid Air Base and Aramco facilities, injuring 73 and forcing temporary shutdowns at oil sites. Saudi Arabia launched strikes on Taiz and Marib provinces, as analysts said Riyadh now faced a "spiral of escalation".

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Israeli Premier Benjamin Netanyahu is facing a political storm and accusations in the middle of Israel’s election campaign that he ignored a direct warning from the UAE about the imminence of Hamas’ 7 October attack in 2023.

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US CENTCOM said crews were warned to abandon ship before its strikes after the IRGC fired missiles at a US Navy warship twice in two days. Tehran launched missile strikes on US targets in Jordan and warned tankers near Kuwait and Bahrain to evacuate.

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Long-range Ukrainian drones hit Russia's key gas plants, raising questions about the conflict's next phase.

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Russian strikes caused new power outages in Chernihiv, Donetsk and Kharkiv oblasts, with repair crews already working, Ukrenergo says.

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Indonesia’s wildfires are creeping towards Nusantara, the country’s new capital under construction on Borneo island, challenging its promise of becoming an eco-friendly “smart forest city”. The Southeast Asian nation is battling what officials call its most intense wildfire season in 11 years. Nearly 202,000 hectares (499,000 acres) of forest and peatland have been razed nationwide from January to June, according to Sipongi, the Indonesian forest ministry’s monitoring platform. Sipongi data...

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At least seven people were injured in four Russian strikes on Kramatorsk, with hits reported near schools and an apartment block.

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Hundreds of Thais, led by a veteran political activist, rallied outside the Israeli Embassy in Bangkok on Thursday in a rare public protest against a group of foreign nationals. The protest follows months of complaints about illegal landholding, disrespect towards local culture and proliferation of religious houses for Israelis, echoing those made by some locals in the Philippines and Sri Lanka. Israelis have been flocking to Thailand since the war on Gaza that followed the October 7 Hamas...