In a stunning demonstration of military and strategic prowess, the Yemeni Armed Forces (YAF), led by Ansarallah, have executed a multi-front offensive that has simultaneously dismantled the remnants of the Saudi-led coalition in western Yemen and delivered crippling blows to Riyadh’s military and economic infrastructure. The September 2026 escalation marks a decisive turning point in the region, exposing severe vulnerabilities within the US-Saudi alliance and threatening to plunge global energy markets into chaos.

The Lightning Assault and the Collapse of Saudi Proxies

The operation began with a rapid and overwhelming ground offensive along Yemen’s western coast and the Red Sea. In what military analysts are describing as a “lightning assault,” YAF fighters swept through heavily fortified positions, capturing the strategic port city of Al-Mokha, Perim Island at the critical Bab al-Mandab Strait, and the Hanish Archipelago.

The speed of the advance led to the total collapse of Saudi-backed militias and UAE-backed factions, such as the Giants Brigades. Footage released by Yemeni Military Media shows Saudi proxies fleeing in disarray, abandoning advanced foreign military hardware—including French and Israeli maritime surveillance equipment—into the hands of the Yemeni army.

The collapse has triggered a fierce blame game among Riyadh and its proxies. Regional sources cited by Western media described the defeat as a “Saudi-American f**k up of epic proportions.” It was revealed that the Saudi-backed front was plagued by deep structural weaknesses, including payrolls padded with “ghost soldiers” that left actual fighting forces at merely 20 percent of their official manpower. Furthermore, the UAE’s withdrawal of forces earlier this year left critical bases understaffed, and despite repeated pleas for Saudi air cover, Riyadh’s fighter jets failed to appear during the decisive stages of the battle.

Deep Strikes and the Vow of “No Security”

The rapid territorial gains in Yemen were coupled with a massive retaliatory campaign deep inside Saudi Arabia. This escalation was triggered by Riyadh’s relentless aggression, including the July bombing of Sanaa International Airport and over 300 airstrikes conducted in just five days by Saudi F-15 and Typhoon jets.

Responding with overwhelming force, the YAF launched waves of ballistic missiles and drones at key military and energy targets. The King Khalid Air Base in Khamis Mushait—one of the primary launchpads for Saudi airstrikes—was heavily targeted, with hangars, runways, radar installations, and ammunition depots reportedly destroyed. Additional strikes hit military command centres in Sharurah and various Aramco facilities, including a recent attack that left black smoke billowing over the Yanbu refinery.

Following the strikes, Yemen’s Foreign Ministry issued a stark warning, declaring that Saudi Arabia will have “no security” as long as it continues its blockade and aggression. “If the Saudi enemy imagines... that its situation will remain secure and stable, it is delusional,” the ministry stated, promising broader and more severe operations for every new act of aggression.

The East-West Pipeline and the Global Energy Chokehold

Perhaps the most strategically devastating blow to Riyadh has been the crippling of its vital oil infrastructure. Amid the ongoing US-Iran conflict and the subsequent closure of the Strait of Hormuz, Saudi Arabia had relied heavily on its East-West Pipeline to reroute approximately 4 million barrels per day—about four percent of global supply—to the Red Sea port of Yanbu.

However, recent strikes have taken this critical artery out of service. While Riyadh claimed the attack originated from Iraq and Washington pointed to Iran, the pipeline’s destruction coincides with a massive, coordinated Yemeni campaign against Saudi energy assets. According to reports from Reuters citing oil buyers and traders, the damage to the pipeline could take up to six weeks to repair.

With the pipeline offline, Yanbu’s storage capacity will be exhausted within five to seven days. Industry experts warn that Saudi Arabia is on the verge of “running out” of oil stocks for export, which would result in an unprecedented shock to global energy markets.

Adding to Riyadh’s woes, US President Donald Trump declined a direct request from Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to launch military strikes against Ansarallah, stating that Washington remains focused on freedom of navigation and expects regional partners to take the lead. This political abandonment by Washington has only deepened the crisis within the Saudi leadership.

Conclusion

The events of September 2026 represent a catastrophic failure for the US-Saudi coalition and a monumental victory for Yemen. By securing dominance over the Bab al-Mandab Strait, purging foreign occupiers from the Red Sea islands, and choking off Saudi Arabia’s primary oil bypass, Ansarallah has fundamentally altered the regional balance of power. As Riyadh scrambles for military support—reportedly seeking help from Pakistan and even indirect intelligence backing from Israel—the Yemeni Armed Forces stand firmly on the path to fully expelling foreign aggression and securing their nation’s sovereignty.

Reference: Al-Mayadeen

In a historic blow to London’s centralised authority, the leaders of Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland have signed a joint declaration asserting their nations’ unalienable right to self-determination. The landmark agreement, signed on Monday in Cardiff, signals a coordinated push for constitutional change that could ultimately dismantle the United Kingdom.

The unified front was forged by Scottish First Minister John Swinney (Scottish National Party), Welsh First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth (Plaid Cymru), and Northern Irish First Minister Michelle O’Neill (Sinn Féin). Together, they issued a direct challenge to the British establishment, declaring that “no Westminster government has the right to block democracy or undermine the principle that our people will decide their own future.”

For decades, London has wielded absolute veto power over the constitutional fates of its devolved nations. The newly signed pact seeks to strip Westminster of this authority, demanding that the British government “prepare for, plan and facilitate constitutional change” rather than indefinitely obstruct it. While the declaration acknowledges that each nation will pursue independence in its own time and manner, the collective message is clear: the era of London dictating the terms of the union is over.

A Turning Point for the Nations

The momentum behind this historic alliance is driven by shifting political landscapes across the British Isles. For Wales, the signing marks the culmination of a seismic political shift. Rhun ap Iorwerth, whose Plaid Cymru recently ousted the entrenched Welsh Labour Party to take power for the first time, described the moment as a definitive “turning point for Wales.”

Meanwhile, in Northern Ireland, First Minister Michelle O’Neill has been aggressively championing a border poll for Irish reunification. Reaffirming the disconnect between the Celtic nations and the British capital, O’Neill stated that the best interests of the Irish people “have never been served by those in Westminster.” She emphasized that “change is happening right across these islands,” urging the nations to be fully prepared for the constitutional shifts on the horizon.

Scottish First Minister John Swinney echoed this sentiment, calling the Cardiff summit a “pivotal moment” that has “changed forever” the political fabric of the UK. “The people of Scotland, Wales, and Ireland have a right to self-determination,” Swinney asserted. “They are entitled to decide on their own future.”

Rejecting Westminster, Looking to Europe

Beyond the immediate question of independence, the declaration outlines a clear geopolitical pivot. The allied leaders explicitly stated their vision for their independent nations to rejoin the European Union. Framing Brexit as a catastrophic policy imposed by Westminster that severely damaged their respective economies, the pact argues for the restoration of closer European ties.

As the British state grapples with internal fragmentation and the loss of its imperial cohesion, the Cardiff Declaration stands as a definitive milestone. What was once a fragmented aspiration for independence has now coalesced into a unified, cross-border strategy, leaving Westminster facing the very real prospect of its own dissolution.

Reference: The Cradle

TEHRAN – As the American and Zionist war against the Islamic Republic of Iran lays bare the limits of Western military power, prominent Iranian political analyst Professor Mohammad Marandi has delivered a stark message to the Persian Gulf’s client monarchies: you owe Tehran, and your regimes will not survive if you continue sheltering US imperialism and the Zionist entity.

Speaking on the shifting regional balance, Marandi emphasised that Gulf governments—which actively facilitated Washington and the Israeli regime’s attacks on Iranian soil—must take immediate, concrete steps to rebuild Tehran’s trust. Following their extensive logistical support for the recent aggression, the Islamic Republic has no obligation to extend an olive branch.

“The Iranians owe them nothing. And they owe Iran a great deal,” Marandi declared, highlighting the profound grievances held by the Iranian nation toward the Gulf regimes. He pointed to the devastating destruction of Iranian schools, hospitals, and civilian infrastructure, facilitated directly by US refuelling aircraft operating out of Gulf military bases.

“Pretending to be neutral is insulting to the Iranian people, to their own populations, to the people of the region and to the international community,” Marandi stated, dismissing Riyadh and Abu Dhabi’s attempts to posture as bystanders while their airspace was used to strike Iran.

Existential Threat to Monarchies

Marandi warned that the continuation of this American war poses a direct, existential threat to the so-called “Arab family regimes.” He noted that the stability of these monarchies is already in question, pointing to the heavy price Saudi Arabia continues to pay for its historical aggression against Yemen, which has left its vital oil infrastructure and energy exports highly vulnerable.

“The most sustainable path for the Gulf states is to improve relations with Iran and end their participation in military actions against it,” he advised, drawing a parallel to the post-Saddam era when Gulf states eventually sought rapprochement with Tehran. However, he firmly rejected the idea that the Islamic Republic should be the party to initiate repairs. “Iran is patient,” he said, noting Tehran is willing to wait weeks, months, or even years for the monarchies to make the right moves.

Hormuz: An Exclusive Iranian-Omani Domain

Addressing the strategic Strait of Hormuz, Marandi affirmed that the waterway’s security, management, and affairs are strictly the business of Iran and Oman. He firmly rejected any notion that other Gulf governments—particularly those harbouring US occupation forces—have a decisive role in the strait’s control.

While praising the United Arab Emirates for showing a degree of pragmatism due to its economic vulnerabilities, Marandi stressed that any genuine rapprochement requires Abu Dhabi to completely sever its military cooperation with the Zionist regime and expel American forces from its territory.

American Panic and Bullying

Echoing the shifting strategic realities, former US Defence Department official Michael Maloof noted that the Trump administration is desperately struggling to find a political “off-ramp” from its disastrous war against Iran. According to Maloof, the US president “hates to lose” and is searching for a way to save face as the limits of American military dominance are exposed.

However, as Gulf states recognise Iran’s unshakeable position as the premier regional power and attempt to independently pursue regional security arrangements, Washington has resorted to aggressive backroom bullying. Maloof pointed to the recent postponement of a planned regional diplomatic meeting as clear evidence of heavy-handed US pressure on the GCC countries.

Maloof warned that Washington is likely threatening to withdraw its hollow security guarantees if the Gulf monarchies act independently. For the Persian Gulf states, the message from the Axis of Resistance is clear: the era of relying on a declining American empire is over, and survival depends on realigning with the realities of a region led by a victorious and patient Tehran.

Reference: Al-Mayadeen

Amid mounting global outrage over the Zionist regime’s relentless expansion of illegal settlements in the occupied West Bank, a growing coalition of Western nations is aggressively tightening the economic and legal noose around the occupation. Moving beyond mere condemnation, countries across Europe and Canada are enacting stringent legislation to criminalise trade with settlement goods—introducing severe penalties that include heavy fines, corporate asset seizures, and up to a decade in prison.

According to reports from Hebrew media networks, the diplomatic tide is rapidly turning against the Zionist entity. A joint initiative involving twelve nations—including the UK, France, Canada, Ireland, Spain, and the Nordic states—has laid the groundwork for sweeping national restrictions on all economic dealings with the occupied territories.

Netherlands and UK Lead the Charge with Harsh Penalties

The Netherlands is set to implement a groundbreaking executive order on September 22, classifying the import and sale of Zionist settlement products as a serious economic crime. Under these new regulations, corporate violators face severe consequences, including up to six years in prison, crippling financial fines, and the outright confiscation of company assets.

Meanwhile, the United Kingdom is leveraging its existing sanctions and anti-money laundering frameworks to enforce a comprehensive trade ban. London has already prohibited the import of goods produced in the West Bank and targeted companies involved in settlement infrastructure, real estate, and financing. Deliberate violations of these UK restrictions now carry a staggering penalty of up to 10 years in prison.

Norway, France, and Canada Join the Crackdown

Other traditional allies of the Zionist regime are rapidly following suit. Norway is currently drafting legislation that imposes up to three years in prison for individuals and entities trading in settlement goods. Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide publicly acknowledged a critical shift in the geopolitical landscape, noting that the Zionist regime’s longstanding tactic of dismissing international law violations as “anti-Semitism” has lost its effectiveness.

Similarly, Canada and France are advancing their own legal mechanisms to choke off settlement commerce. Violators in Canada could face up to five years behind bars, while French lawmakers have proposed prison sentences of up to five years, accompanied by fines equivalent to twice the value of any smuggled settlement goods.

A Defiant but Isolated Regime

The tightening of this economic noose has triggered a frantic and hostile response from Tel Aviv. In a desperate attempt to lash out, the Zionist regime recently ordered the closure of the UK consulate in occupied East Jerusalem and imposed retaliatory restrictions on several British officials, framing the international measures as “interference in internal affairs.”

However, the international community remains resolute. While the direct macroeconomic impact on the Zionist entity’s broader trade may be contained, the political and diplomatic ramifications are profound. The coordinated criminalisation of settlement trade marks a significant strategic defeat for the occupation, underscoring its accelerating global isolation and the world’s growing refusal to legitimise apartheid and colonial expansion.

Reference: ABNA24

Manama — The illegitimate Al Khalifa regime in Bahrain has escalated its relentless war on the Shia community, shifting from mere restrictions on religious rituals to a systematic campaign aimed at outright control of the religious pulpit and Shia institutions.

For over 100 weeks, the regime has stubbornly prevented the holding of the country’s largest Shia Friday prayer. This prolonged blockade is a blatant violation of basic religious freedoms that clearly demonstrates this is not a temporary security measure, but a calculated policy of sectarian oppression. Alongside the blockade of Friday prayers, the regime has continued its harassment through the arrests of prominent Shia scholars, restrictions on loudspeakers, and the suppression of mourning processions (Azadari) for the AhlulBayt (AS).

State Guardianship Over the Pulpit

In its latest desperate manoeuvre, the regime’s Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs, and Endowments has introduced draconian regulations demanding that preachers, eulogists (Rudad), and religious missionaries obtain prior permits and present certificates of “good conduct.” In reality, this “good conduct” is merely a euphemism for political submission and alignment with the oppressive ruling authority.

As highlighted by local Bahraini media, these measures go far beyond “regulating religious affairs.” They represent a sinister attempt by the Al Khalifa regime to dictate who is permitted to speak about religion, what truths can be uttered, and where the boundaries lie. The regime seeks to transform the sacred pulpit of Imam Hussain (AS) into a state-monitored platform, stripping it of its divine mandate to enjoin good, forbid evil, and speak truth to tyrannical power.

The Fear of an Independent Scholar

The regime’s true fear lies in the independent religious scholar—the one whose moral and social credibility stems from the people and his allegiance to the Wilayah, not from a government appointment. A true scholar of the AhlulBayt (AS) school possesses the courage to tell the oppressor, “You have erred,” and defend the marginalised against state tyranny.

If the regime succeeds in turning religious scholars into mere “religious employees,” the critical and social essence of the faith will be hollowed out. Recognising this existential threat to their religious identity, numerous ma’tams and husseiniyas across Bahrain have issued joint statements condemning the new permit system as unacceptable interference and a declaration of state guardianship over the pulpits of the AhlulBayt (AS). Over 15 statements have been released across various regions, sparking widespread protests against these restrictive laws.

A Question of Identity and Resistance

The Bahraini people are left asking critical questions: Will our religious rituals be held freely in devotion to Allah, or will they be shackled by the permits of an illegitimate regime? Will our pulpits remain a beacon of truth and a witness against tyranny, or be reduced to mouthpieces approved by the oppressors?

The Al Khalifa regime must understand that expanding the scope of security oversight over the religious sphere will not extinguish the flames of resistance. Instead, the tighter the regime grips the pulpit, the more it exposes its profound fear of the awakening and steadfastness (Sumud) of the Shia masses, who remain unwavering in their covenant with the AhlulBayt (AS).

Reference: ABNA24

In the face of relentless oppression and imperialist arrogance, the unwavering spirit of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN) continues to serve as a beacon of resistance. Following Friday prayers at the Fagge Mosque in Kano, a prominent voice of the movement delivered a profound reminder of the Ummah’s current historical turning point.

Sheikh Sanusi Abdulqadir, a representative of the followers of the Islamic Movement, addressed the faithful with a special message directed toward the devoted students and supporters of the imprisoned leader, Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky (may Allah protect him). Examining the sensitive conditions of the Islamic world, the Sheikh declared that the current era is not one of despair, but rather a defining “time of hope, dignity, and waiting for victory.”

Addressing the responsibilities of those who follow the pure school of the Ahlul Bayt (AS), Sheikh Abdulqadir emphasised that anyone striving for the realisation and governance of Divine religion must step onto the path of truth and Islamic ideals with absolute strength. He reminded the congregation that global conditions are never static; every era demands its own specific response. Therefore, true believers must fulfil their divine responsibilities with heightened awareness, unwavering patience, and deep perseverance.

Crucially, the cleric dismantled the hollow narrative of global hegemony propagated by the forces of Istikbar (global arrogance). Directly addressing the so-called superiority of the United States and the illegitimate Zionist regime, Sheikh Abdulqadir stated, “The extensive propaganda of the power of America and the Zionist regime and their superiority cannot hide the existing realities.”

He noted that the mask of Western imperialism is slipping. The inherent weaknesses and moral decay of these oppressive regimes have become glaringly obvious to the world. As the facade of American and Zionist supremacy shatters, the faithful are called to hold fast to the truth and trust in the ultimate promise of divine victory. The time of waiting is an active one—a steadfast, dignified march toward the inevitable triumph of justice over tyranny.

Reference: ABNA24

In a decisive move to solidify technological sovereignty and challenge Western hegemony, China has announced it will spearhead the creation of an “open-source zone for artificial intelligence” for BRICS nations. The landmark announcement was made by President Xi Jinping during the 11-member bloc’s summit in New Delhi.

Outlined in a readout by Chinese state broadcaster CCTV, the proposal is a cornerstone of Xi’s “initiative on open-source and inclusive AI.” It is explicitly designed to empower the Global South by breaking the stranglehold of Western tech monopolies and sanctions on next-generation technologies.

Technological Independence for the Global South

The initiative includes a firm commitment to “support cooperation in the development and application of large language models” (LLMs). Furthermore, Beijing will establish specialised research and training programs tailored specifically for BRICS countries. The overarching goal is to construct a truly “open ecosystem for AI” that operates independently of Western gatekeeping.

By pooling resources and intellectual capital, BRICS nations are ensuring that the Global South is not left behind or subjected to digital neo-colonialism by the United States and its allies.

A Multipolar Framework for Global Governance

Going beyond mere development, President Xi proposed the creation of a “broad, consensus-based global AI governance framework.” This signals a major geopolitical shift, positioning Beijing at the forefront of establishing a multipolar future for AI regulation—one that prioritises the developmental needs and national sovereignty of emerging economies rather than serving the imperial interests of the West.

This landmark proposal heavily reinforces China’s role as the vanguard of global AI development. By uniting the BRICS bloc under a shared technological umbrella, the independent nations of the world are taking tangible steps to secure their digital future, ensuring that the fruits of the AI revolution belong to the global majority.

Reference: Al-Mayadeen

JAKARTA/JOHOR — A massive search and rescue operation is currently unfolding in the Java Sea after an Indonesian passenger vessel carrying 243 people lost contact amid severe weather. The developing crisis has raised renewed concerns over maritime safety in the archipelagic nation, recalling grim historical precedents involving Indonesian travellers navigating Southeast Asian waters.

The Virgo Transport 8 departed on Saturday from Surabaya in East Java, bound for Banjarmasin in South Kalimantan. According to Indonesia’s search and rescue agency, communications with the ship were lost early Sunday due to poor weather conditions. “At the time of this statement, the ship cannot be contacted, and its whereabouts are unknown,” the agency reported, prompting the immediate deployment of rescue teams to the vessel’s last known location.

While Indonesia relies heavily on maritime transport to connect its roughly 17,000 islands, the industry is plagued by a high rate of accidents. Critics point to lax enforcement of safety standards, which frequently results in vessels operating while overloaded and lacking adequate life-saving equipment.

This recent tragedy echoes a similarly devastating maritime disaster involving Indonesian nationals in neighbouring Malaysia. In December 2021, a boat carrying 60 Indonesian migrants sank off the southern Malaysian state of Johor during stormy weather. That incident left at least 11 people dead—whose bodies washed up on the shore—and dozens more missing. While 22 survivors were found and taken into custody by Malaysian authorities, rescue teams scoured the waters with boats and aircraft, uncertain if the missing had drowned or were in hiding.

As rescue crews battle the elements to locate the Virgo Transport 8 and its hundreds of passengers, the recurring nature of such maritime perils serves as a sombre reminder of the urgent need for stricter maritime regulations and safer transit options for citizens across the region.

Reference: Al-Mayadeen

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun descended upon Nabatieh flanked by military brass and security officials, staging what was meant to be a powerful display of state authority and solidarity with the battered south. But for the people of southern Lebanon — those living under the daily terror of Zionist drone strikes, land seizures, and civilian massacres — the visit was little more than political theatre from a presidency that has proven incapable of translating rhetoric into resistance.

A Framework Built to Serve the Occupier

The root of Aoun’s failure lies in the disastrous US-brokered “framework agreement” signed in Washington on June 26, 2026. Marketed as a pathway to peace and sovereignty, the agreement has instead become a tool for managing — not ending — the Zionist occupation of southern Lebanon.

Since the agreement’s signing, the Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF) have continued to maintain military positions deep inside Lebanese territory. Homes have been levelled. Agricultural land has been scorched. Civilians remain displaced, unable to return to villages that the Zionist war machine has reduced to rubble. And yet, Aoun continues to cling to this framework as though it were a lifeline rather than the noose it has become around Lebanon’s neck.

The question every Lebanese citizen must ask is brutally simple: if this agreement was supposed to restore sovereignty and end Zionist aggression, why does the enemy continue to operate with total impunity on Lebanese soil?

The Unequal Bargain: Lebanon Disarms, the Enemy Stays

The framework’s most treacherous feature is its inherent asymmetry — an asymmetry that reveals the hand of Washington behind its design.

The Zionist entity has made clear it will not withdraw unless it is satisfied that Hezbollah’s military capability has been sufficiently neutralised. In other words, the occupier is setting the conditions under which it will end its own occupation. Lebanon is expected to deploy its army, consolidate state control, and address Hezbollah’s armed presence — all while the IOF retains its positions and continues raining destruction on the very territory it was supposed to vacate.

This is not diplomacy. This is capitulation dressed in diplomatic language.

The framework effectively asks Lebanon to dismantle its most powerful deterrent — Hezbollah — as a precondition for the occupier’s withdrawal. It places Lebanon in the weakest possible position: a state pressured to resolve the resistance question while possessing no mechanism to compel the Zionist regime to honour a single one of its commitments.

Hezbollah: Lebanon’s Shield, Not Its Problem

Hezbollah’s position is both principled and strategically sound. The resistance has made clear: there will be no disarmament while a foreign enemy occupies Lebanese territory and wages war on its people. This is not obstruction — it is the only rational stance available to a nation under occupation.

The Zionist entity says it will not leave while Hezbollah remains armed. Hezbollah says it will never lay down its weapons while the enemy remains on Lebanese soil. The deadlock is by design — a trap engineered in Washington to keep Lebanon weak, divided, and dependent on an “international process” that serves exclusively Western and Zionist interests.

Aoun’s diplomacy has done nothing to break this cycle. Worse, it has legitimised the cycle by entering into a framework that treats the resistance as a problem to be solved rather than a national asset to be defended.

Presidential Visits Don’t Stop Drone Strikes

Aoun stood in Nabatieh and spoke of sovereignty, reconstruction, and the return of displaced families. Noble words. But words do not intercept IOF missiles. Statements do not remove occupation forces. Pledges to rebuild mean nothing when the Zionist war machine can flatten the same structures again tomorrow.

The Lebanese president has repeatedly called for an IOF withdrawal. He has condemned Zionist attacks. He has appealed to the United States — the very sponsor and protector of the occupying regime — to pressure its client state. The absurdity of this approach speaks for itself: Aoun is asking the arsonist to put out the fire.

What consequences has the Zionist entity faced for violating the framework agreement? None. What enforcement mechanisms exist to compel withdrawal? None. What guarantees protect Lebanese civilians from renewed aggression? None.

This is not a diplomatic strategy. It is a performance of diplomacy — a carefully staged illusion of progress that serves to buy time for the occupier while exhausting the patience of the occupied.

The Real Test: Results, Not Rhetoric

Aoun’s defenders argue that Lebanon is militarily weaker than the Zionist entity, and therefore diplomacy is the only viable path. This argument is both defeatist and dishonest. No one is demanding that Aoun launch a full-scale war. But a nation under occupation must, at minimum, pursue diplomacy that carries genuine leverage — not diplomacy that amounts to politely requesting that the enemy leave when it feels ready.

The Lebanese people are not asking for speeches. They are asking for an enforceable withdrawal timetable. They are asking for credible international guarantees. They are asking for the safe return of displaced residents. They are asking for a reconstruction process that cannot be sabotaged by the next round of Zionist bombardment.

Until those demands are met, Aoun’s presidency will be remembered not for its diplomatic activity, but for the gaping chasm between its promises and reality.

Washington: The Guarantor of Occupation

Perhaps the most damning indictment of this entire process is the identity of its broker. The United States — the Zionist entity’s most loyal patron, its weapons supplier, its diplomatic shield at the United Nations — is the architect of this so-called peace framework.

The notion that Washington can serve as an honest broker between Lebanon and its occupier is an insult to the intelligence of every Lebanese citizen. The US does not pressure the Zionist regime. It enables it. It funds it. It vetoes every attempt at international accountability. And yet, this is the power that Aoun has entrusted with Lebanon’s sovereignty.

The framework agreement was not signed in Beirut. It was signed in Washington — in the capital of the empire that has armed, financed, and diplomatically protected every Zionist crime committed on Lebanese soil. That fact alone tells the Lebanese people everything they need to know about whose interests this agreement was designed to serve.

Lebanon’s sovereignty will not be restored by frameworks written in the halls of Western power. It will be restored by the steadfastness of its people, the resolve of its resistance, and a leadership that refuses to trade national dignity for the empty promises of an empire that has never, and will never, act in Lebanon’s interest.

Aoun must choose: stand with the resistance that has defended Lebanon for decades, or remain a willing participant in a diplomatic charade that serves only the Zionist occupier and its American patron. History — and the people of the south — are watching.

Reference: Tehran Times

Qom – In a resounding message to the faithful and the scholars of the Hawza ‘Ilmiyya, Ayatollah Mohammad Javad Fazel Lankarani delivered a powerful address at the al-A’imma mosque, exposing the true nature of American imperialism and reaffirming the unbreakable resolve of the Islamic Revolution.

Addressing the relentless hostilities of Global Arrogance, the Grand Marja laid bare the deceptive agenda of the United States. “The enemy has proven it does not seek peace,” Ayatollah Lankarani declared unequivocally. “Rather, as the martyred leader put it, the enemy seeks to swallow Iran, and we must not allow it to achieve its goal.”

The Ayatollah drew upon the profound sacrifice of the Islamic leadership, mourning the loss of the “martyred leader” not merely as a political figure, but as a spiritual father to the Ummah. “We, like the rest of the people, have lost a father, and the luminous path of the martyred leader must continue,” he stated. He emphasised that the pursuit of blood revenge against the perpetrators of this martyrdom remains a sacred, non-negotiable obligation that must be actively pursued.

The Revolutionary Mandate of the Seminary

For the defenders of Wilayah and the broader Axis of Resistance, the ideological purity of the religious seminary is paramount. Ayatollah Fazel Lankarani stressed that the Hawza ‘Ilmiyya must never deviate from its foundational revolutionary principles. He called upon the scholars, students, and clergy to strictly adhere to Imam Khomeini’s charter for the seminary.

To remain a true vanguard of the Islamic Revolution, the clergy must actively pursue and propagate the thoughts and ideas of the martyred leader. Highlighting the critical message delivered to the 100th-anniversary congress of the seminary, the Ayatollah warned that any departure from the pure, revolutionary path paved by Imam Khomeini and the martyred leaders would weaken the Ummah’s ideological defences against Western subversion.

Unity and Unwavering Resolve

Concluding his address, Ayatollah Lankarani urged the believers to stand united against the divisive tactics of the Zionist-American alliance. By speaking with one voice, avoiding sectarian or political division, and setting clear, divinely inspired academic goals, the students of the Hawza will ensure that the path of Wilayah remains luminous for generations to come.

The imperialist enemy may seek to swallow the path of truth, but the blood of the martyrs guarantees its eternal survival.

Reference: ABNA24

Dublin — US President Donald Trump’s recent two-day visit to Ireland was meant to be a standard diplomatic showcase, but instead culminated in massive public demonstrations against US foreign policy and a sudden diplomatic clash with the United Kingdom over Northern Ireland’s sovereignty.

“No Welcome for Trump”: 25,000 Protest Gaza Complicity

On Saturday, an estimated 25,000 demonstrators flooded central Dublin under the banner “No Welcome for Trump.” Marching from the Garden of Remembrance to the steps of the Irish parliament at Leinster House, the crowds delivered a resounding message against Washington’s complicity in the ongoing genocide in Gaza.

The demonstration, backed by major Irish opposition parties including Sinn Féin, Labour, and People Before Profit, highlighted deep-seated anger toward the US administration. Activist Ailbhe Smyth warned the crowd that Trump would “trample on everything we stand for,” while Richard Boyd Barrett connected the devastation in Gaza to the domestic cost-of-living crisis, condemning the “warmongering” of Trump and Netanyahu. Throughout the march, crowds chanted, “Donald Trump you can’t hide, you’re committing genocide,” reflecting a stunning 69% disapproval rate of the visit among the Irish public.

Trump Dismisses Protests, Intervenes in Irish Sovereignty

Despite the overwhelming turnout, Trump stood alongside Irish Prime Minister (Taoiseach) Micheál Martin and claimed he had not seen any protests, bizarrely describing the atmosphere as “friendly.”

However, it was Trump’s unsolicited remarks on Irish reunification that quickly dominated the political fallout. Stating that he would “love” to see a united Ireland and suggesting that reunification “may as well happen now,” Trump waded directly into one of the most sensitive constitutional issues in the British Isles.

A Transatlantic Rift Deepens

Trump’s comments immediately triggered fierce pushback from London and unionist leaders in Northern Ireland. Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) leader Gavin Robinson swiftly dismissed the remarks, asserting that Northern Ireland’s constitutional future would be decided by its own people, not by officials in Washington, London, or Dublin.

The UK government, led by Prime Minister Andy Burnham, firmly rejected the premise of a “border poll.” Reaffirming London’s strict adherence to the Good Friday Agreement, Burnham’s office stated that no referendum on Irish unity will be held unless there is a significant, demonstrable shift in public support within Northern Ireland.

This intervention arrives amid a broader cooling of relations between Washington and London. The two allies are already experiencing deep strains over US-led military aggression against Iran, Britain’s move to restrict imports from illegal Israeli settlements, and recent US provocations regarding British sovereignty over the Falkland Islands. By casually floating the dissolution of the United Kingdom during a highly unpopular visit, Trump has only further exacerbated transatlantic tensions and solidified public resistance to his imperial agenda.

Reference: Al-Mayadeen

New Delhi — In a sharp rebuke to the Western-backed proxy regime in Kiev, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has dismissed the theatrical posturing surrounding potential peace talks, bluntly telling the Ukrainian leader that if he genuinely seeks negotiations, he must travel to the Russian capital.

Speaking on the sidelines of the multipolar BRICS summit in New Delhi, Lavrov renewed Russia’s invitation for Vladimir Zelensky to meet directly with Russian President Vladimir Putin. However, Lavrov made it clear that Moscow would not entertain the NATO proxy’s demands to meet on “neutral ground” or at upcoming Western summits.

“The invitation was sent to this character. If he wants to meet, let him come,” Lavrov told reporters. “This is already a huge gesture of goodwill on our part because he still has not revoked his decree banning contacts with [Russian President Vladimir] Putin and his office.”

The remarks follow recent diplomatic manoeuvres by Zelensky, who has been floating the idea of a face-to-face meeting with Putin on the sidelines of a planned G20 summit in Miami in December, as Washington desperately attempts to revive stalled negotiations. Moscow rejected this notion, pointing out that President Putin has “plenty of business to attend to” in Russia. Lavrov mocked the Western-backed leader, noting that the US puppet “travels around and is never home” begging his Western handlers for weapons.

No Halt to the Special Military Operation

Crucially, as the US struggles to salvage its proxy war on Russia’s borders, Moscow delivered a firm message to the Arrogant Powers: battlefield realities will not be paused for diplomatic theatre.

While Russia remains prepared for a diplomatic settlement, it will not freeze the conflict to accommodate Western political pressure.

“We remain ready for negotiations, but we will not stop the special military operation for the duration of the talks,” Lavrov declared.

This firm stance underscores the failure of the US and its European vassals to dictate terms to Moscow. Russia is advancing its strategic goals and dismantling the NATO proxy infrastructure in Ukraine without suspending its military campaign to entertain the hollow demands of the Kiev regime. Furthermore, Russian officials continue to point to a 2022 decree passed by the Zelensky administration that formally outlawed any direct negotiations with President Putin—a decree the Western-backed regime has conveniently failed to revoke.

Diplomacy remains possible, but the demilitarisation of the NATO proxy state and the liberation of historically Russian lands will proceed without interruption.

Reference: Al-Mayadeen

New Delhi — In a resounding display of geopolitical defiance, the BRICS summit in New Delhi has concluded with sweeping declarations that strike at the very heart of Western hegemony and Zionist impunity. For the Axis of Resistance and the broader Global South, the gathering was not merely an economic forum, but a definitive declaration of a new, multipolar world order that refuses to bow to unilateral coercion.

At the forefront of this paradigm shift was Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, who arrived in India with a bold institutional vision. Recognising that meaningful multilateralism cannot exist under the shadow of double standards and financial monopolies, Pezeshkian called for the establishment of a “permanent secretariat” for BRICS. Moving beyond the current rotating chairmanship, a fixed headquarters and full-time staff would ensure the bloc’s agenda is executed year-round, insulated from Western interference.

Equally critical was Tehran’s push for total financial sovereignty. Speaking at the BRICS Business Forum, President Pezeshkian urged member states to abandon “monopolistic instruments” and accelerate trade in national currencies. He proposed transforming the New Development Bank (NDB) into the primary engine for infrastructure and energy financing. With Iran’s central bank already preparing to integrate into the NDB, the mechanism to bypass crushing US sanctions is no longer theoretical—it is imminent.

A Direct Rebuke to Nuclear Terror

Perhaps the most significant geopolitical victory for Iran at the summit was the bloc’s unified stance on regional security. In a joint statement, the member grouping—which includes heavyweights like China, Russia, India, and South Africa—expressed “serious concern” over deliberate attacks on peaceful nuclear facilities under the full safeguards of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

The declaration unequivocally warned that such strikes violate international law and IAEA resolutions, emphasising that nuclear safety must be upheld even during armed conflict. This served as a direct, unified condemnation of the recent terrorist aggression by the United States and the Israeli regime against Iran’s civilian infrastructure. Coupled with Chinese President Xi Jinping’s call for BRICS members to actively promote peace in West Asia, the message to Washington and Tel Aviv was clear: the era of unchecked military aggression in the region is over.

Unwavering Support for the Resistance Front

The BRICS joint declaration also delivered devastating blows to the Zionist entity’s regional ambitions. The bloc condemned violations of Lebanon’s sovereignty, demanding an immediate Israeli withdrawal from occupied Lebanese territory. Despite the US-sponsored “framework agreement” signed in Washington on June 26, 2026, the occupying entity has continued its brutal campaign in southern Lebanon. BRICS heavily criticised the ongoing targeting of civilians, women, children, paramedics, and journalists.

Regarding Gaza, the bloc demanded the upholding of the October 2025 ceasefire and full humanitarian access, fiercely opposing policies aimed at the forced displacement of Palestinians. Furthermore, the declaration rejected unilateral attempts to alter the historical and legal status of occupied al-Quds, defending the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people and the sanctity of the city’s holy sites. The bloc also took a firm stance on Syria, reiterating its commitment to preserving the Arab nation’s sovereignty and territorial integrity against all forms of foreign-backed terrorism.

The Twilight of Unipolarity

President Pezeshkian laid out four clear priorities for the future of global governance: upholding sovereignty, restructuring biased institutions like the UN Security Council, expanding independent economic cooperation, and confronting unilateral sanctions. As he rightly pointed out, international rules can no longer be binding on some nations while remaining open to interpretation for the imperial powers that orchestrate global crises.

By formally rejecting unilateral sanctions and condemning Israeli crimes, BRICS has proven that the “rules-based order” dictated by the West is collapsing. For PureWilayah, the New Delhi summit represents a historic milestone: the institutionalisation of resistance on the global stage, and the dawn of an era where the sovereign rights of nations are defended not by the grace of empires, but by the united strength of the multipolar world.

Brussels – In a significant shift signalling the growing international isolation of the Zionist regime, European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs Kaja Kallas has thrown her full support behind a bloc-wide ban on trade with illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories.

Speaking to the Irish Times on 10 September, Kallas described the proposed ban as a long-overdue “principled stance” rooted in international law. She emphasised that the continuous expansion of these colonial outposts across the occupied West Bank is universally recognised as illegal, demanding an immediate cessation of Europe’s economic complicity.

Circumventing the Pro-Israel Veto

Historically, the EU’s ability to hold the Israeli regime accountable for its continuous war crimes and apartheid policies has been paralysed by the bloc’s “unanimity rule.” A small faction of staunchly pro-Israel member states—namely Germany, Hungary, the Czech Republic, and Slovenia—has repeatedly weaponised this rule to veto sanctions and shield Tel Aviv from international repercussions.

However, Kallas highlighted a crucial legal workaround: classifying the settlement import ban as a trade measure rather than a foreign policy decision. This strategic reclassification means the ban only requires a “qualified majority” to pass—approval from at least 15 of the 27 EU member states, representing roughly two-thirds of the bloc’s population.

While foreign ministers across the EU broadly acknowledge that the rapidly expanding settlements are a blatant violation of international law, the European Commission is now under “very clear” pressure from national governments to formally introduce the proposal. Notably, while some European capitals remain hesitant to suspend the wider EU-Israel free-trade agreement, they are reportedly willing to sever trade specifically with the illegal settlements.

Mounting Global Pressure and Recognition of Ethnic Cleansing

The EU’s potential pivot follows a wave of concrete actions by other Western capitals, reflecting a crumbling consensus of impunity for the occupying power. On 8 September, the UK announced targeted sanctions against illegal Israeli settlements, including a strict ban on the import of settlement goods. France and Canada are reportedly preparing to implement similar bans, while a coalition of twelve nations, including Spain, Denmark, and Finland, issued a joint statement demanding an immediate halt to settlement expansion and rejecting any moves toward the annexation of Palestinian land.

British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband openly condemned the occupation as unlawful, acknowledging the grim reality on the ground by stating that Palestinians in the West Bank are being subjected to ethnic cleansing by extremist settlers—with the full backing and complicity of the Israeli military and government.

Prioritising Israeli Politics Over Palestinian Lives

Despite the mounting pressure, the EU’s commitment to justice remains marred by political calculations. Kallas noted that there is ongoing debate within the bloc over whether to implement the ban before the upcoming Knesset elections at the end of October.

According to Kallas, some EU officials argue for a delay to avoid giving a political boost to “radical” figures within Israeli politics. This hesitation highlights a persistent and glaring double standard in Western foreign policy: the tendency to prioritise the domestic political comfort of Zionist leaders over the urgent need to halt the ethnic cleansing, land theft, and systemic oppression of the Palestinian people.

Whether the EU finally enforces this trade ban remains to be seen, but the shifting rhetoric marks a growing realisation across Europe that the era of unconditional diplomatic and economic shielding for the Israeli occupation is rapidly coming to an end.

Reference: The Cradle

The geopolitical landscape of the Red Sea has been radically redrawn following a historic military announcement from Yemen’s Armed Forces (YAF). As Ansar Allah celebrates a sweeping battlefield triumph, the shifting dynamics have triggered panicked appeals from Riyadh to Washington—and stark warnings from U.S. intelligence veterans regarding the inevitable consequences of America’s Middle East strategies.

A “Divine Victory” on the Red Sea

In a major statement delivered by YAF Spokesperson Brigadier General Yahya Saree, the military detailed a massive offensive launched on September 3, codenamed “And Allah Is Stronger in Might and More Severe in Punishment.” The operation has resulted in the liberation of 5,400 square kilometres across the Taiz and Hodeidah governorates, including the strategic coastal hubs of al-Mokha and al-Khokha.

Most critically, the YAF announced it has secured the vital areas overlooking the Bab al-Mandab Strait, including Mayyun (Perim) Island. By consolidating control over one of the world’s most crucial maritime chokepoints, the YAF has enforced a strict “blockade for blockade” policy, banning Saudi vessels while assuring safe passage for other international shipping.

The offensive shattered 38 brigades of Saudi-backed coalition forces, leaving over 2,000 mercenaries besieged and desperate for rescue on the Greater and Lesser Hanish Islands.

Washington Rejects Riyadh’s Pleas for Intervention

The rapid collapse of Saudi proxy forces on the ground reportedly sparked a crisis in Riyadh. Amid the escalating military clashes, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman contacted U.S. President Donald Trump twice via telephone, urgently requesting that the United States launch direct military strikes against Ansar Allah.

President Trump rejected the request. According to U.S. officials, the administration currently has no plans to take direct military action against the group. This refusal marks a significant pivot, signalling Washington’s reluctance to be dragged into another regional airstrike campaign to prop up failing allied proxies.

Joe Kent and the Inevitability of ‘Blowback’

The battlefield realities in Yemen and Washington’s newfound restraint align perfectly with recent warnings issued by Joe Kent, the former director of the Washington-based National Counterterrorism Centre.

Writing on X, Kent argued that the rapid Houthi advance is “just the beginning of the blowback” resulting from failed U.S. Middle East policies. Kent points out that the Houthis have achieved these territorial gains not just through military might, but by successfully forging alliances with local tribes—including crucial Sunni factions—far beyond their traditional Zaydi Shi’a strongholds.

According to Kent, the ongoing U.S.-backed Saudi war in Yemen, combined with the war in Gaza and military actions against Iran, has united disparate regional factions against a common adversary. Rather than isolating Tehran, Kent argues these interventions have supercharged the “Axis of Resistance,” giving Iran’s influence a massive boost across Yemen, Iraq, and Lebanon.

For Kent, the Houthi expansion is the direct result of a destructive cycle of violence fuelled by foreign intervention. He concludes by issuing a direct challenge to the Trump administration: while the President understands that ending U.S. foreign entanglements serves American interests, the ultimate test is whether his administration has the “moral courage” to actually follow through and withdraw.

A New Strategic Reality

The convergence of these three events—Yemen’s strategic chokehold on the Red Sea, Saudi Arabia’s inability to secure American air support, and the validation of Joe Kent’s “blowback” thesis—marks a profound turning point. As the YAF consolidates its gains and the U.S. steps back from the brink of direct intervention, the Middle East is being forced to reckon with the limits of foreign military power and the rising cost of geopolitical entanglements.

Reference: Al-Muraqeb

The Sky is Growing Quiet: A Symptom of Imperialist Exploitation

The natural world is being systematically dismantled by the insatiable appetite of the global capitalist order. A landmark global report recently warned that one in nine migratory bird species is now facing the very real threat of extinction

Species that have traversed the skies for millennia—such as cuckoos, turtle doves, and Arctic terns—are in steep decline worldwide

But this is not just a biological tragedy; it is a glaring indictment of the Western-dominated global system. While Western elites and corporate lobbyists board private jets to attend performative climate summits, the extractive economies they champion continue to ravage the ecosystems these birds rely on.

The Reality Behind the “Crisis”

The assessment identifies habitat destruction, climate change, and pollution as the primary culprits. However, the mainstream media sanitises these terms to shield the true architects of this ecocide.

What the West calls “habitat destruction” is, in reality, the violent expansion of multinational agribusinesses and mining conglomerates. These entities, often backed by Western financial institutions, displace indigenous populations and bulldoze forests across the Global South. What they call “climate change” is the direct consequence of centuries of unchecked industrial pollution by the imperial core. Furthermore, the endless military-industrial complex—the American-Zionist war machine—continues to scorch the earth, utilising white phosphorus and massive bombardments in West Asia that poison watersheds, destroy migratory flyways, and devastate nesting grounds.

Resistance Against the Extractive Order

True ecological preservation will never come from the very institutions of global capitalism that engineered this crisis. The West has proven it views the Earth solely as a resource to be plundered for infinite profit and geopolitical dominance.

As independent media platforms like Pure Wilayah continue to highlight resistance movements and leadership statements that defy Western hegemony, they champion an alternative model of existence

It is a paradigm rooted in stewardship, balance, and respect for the natural order, standing in stark contrast to the imperialist model of exploitation and endless extraction. The vanishing calls of the turtle dove and the grounded flights of the Arctic tern serve as a stark warning: to save the natural world, humanity must ultimately dismantle the corrupt systems that seek to consume it.

Reference: Al-Mayadeen

Kinshasa — In a grim testament to the catastrophic humanitarian conditions endured by the oppressed masses in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the deadly Ebola virus has now breached the borders of a seventh province, South-Ubangi. The outbreak, which has already claimed thousands of lives in the country’s embattled east and northeast, is now encroaching upon vulnerable regions bordering the Central African Republic and Congo-Brazzaville.

The so-called “international community” and its institutions have been quick to issue sterile statements of concern, yet the reality on the ground remains a harrowing reflection of decades of imperialist exploitation and deliberate destabilisation. South-Ubangi’s acting governor, Jean-Rene Galekwa, confirmed the emergence of the highly infectious virus after a patient, who had undertaken an arduous journey through multiple conflict-ravaged provinces, succumbed to the disease. This patient’s extensive route—from the capital of Tshopo province to Rwanda, Uganda, and the Ituri province, before traveling by boat down the Congo River—exposes the profound vulnerability of a nation where state presence is intentionally weak, and armed, foreign-backed proxy groups have roamed for decades.

Currently, thirty-eight individuals who came into contact with the deceased have been hastily placed in quarantine. However, the underlying tragedy of this outbreak is rooted in the criminal negligence of Western pharmaceutical conglomerates. The current epidemic is driven by the Bundibugyo strain of the virus. Unlike other strains, there is absolutely no approved vaccine or treatment in existence for Bundibugyo. While Western laboratories prioritise lucrative patents and treatments for ailments that afflict the Global North, the mustazafin (oppressed) of the Congo are once again relegated to being mere test subjects, with several experimental treatments currently being trialled amidst soaring death tolls.

Since its official detection in mid-May, this seventeenth Ebola outbreak to strike the Congo has killed at least 3,310 people out of 6,843 confirmed cases. The World Health Organisation (WHO), characterising it as the country’s fastest-growing outbreak, has admitted that the current response is woefully inadequate. Health officials have stated an urgent need for 5,000 additional healthcare workers to supplement the mere 4,000 currently operating in treatment centres, alongside plans to establish 3,000 beds.

Yet, these logistical appeals ring hollow against the backdrop of a nation whose vast mineral wealth continues to fuel the technological advancements and economies of the very Western powers that neglect its public health infrastructure. As the disease spreads along the Congo River, threatening the provinces of North-Ubangi and Mongala, the people of the Congo are left to confront a lethal pathogen with their bare hands, bearing the ultimate price of a world order that profits from their perpetual suffering.

Reference: Al-Mayadeen

Sana'a — In a historic and sweeping divine victory that has sent shockwaves through the Riyadh-Tel Aviv axis, the Yemeni Armed Forces (YAF) have announced the successful liberation of massive territories along the country’s western coast, dealing a crushing and humiliating blow to Saudi-backed mercenaries.

On Thursday, YAF Spokesperson Brigadier General Yahya Saree revealed the staggering details of the strategic offensive launched on September 3rd, codenamed “And Allah Is Stronger in Might and More Severe in Punishment.” Through meticulous planning, unwavering faith, and the steadfast support of local tribes, the Yemeni mujahideen successfully expelled aggression forces from six districts across the Taiz and Hodeidah governorates.

A Strategic Masterstroke: 5,400 km² Liberated

The operation has resulted in the complete reclamation of 5,400 square kilometres of Yemeni soil. The liberated areas, now fully secured and stabilised, include the strategic coastal city of al-Mokha, al-Khokha, Hays, and al-Wazi’iyah. By reaching Dhubab and securing the vital areas overlooking the Bab al-Mandab Strait—including Mayyun (Perim) Island—Ansar Allah has effectively consolidated its grip on one of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoints.

The rapid collapse of the mercenary formations has left over 2,000 Saudi-backed fighters trapped under a suffocating siege on the Greater and Lesser Hanish Islands, desperately pleading for rescue as their supply lines are severed. Meanwhile, key enemy command centres, such as Khalid Camp Base and Jabal al-Nar Camp, have fallen into the hands of the Yemeni Armed Forces.

Seven Divisions Shattered and Detainees Freed

In a humiliating rout, the YAF targeted and decimated seven military divisions comprising 38 brigades of the Saudi-backed coalition. Hundreds of mercenaries were killed, wounded, or captured as the enemy’s ranks completely disintegrated. Among the most joyous outcomes of the offensive was the liberation of Yemeni prisoners who had suffered for years in the dark dungeons of the Saudi enemy’s mercenaries.

Despite the desperate and intensive air cover provided by the Saudi war machine to save its fleeing proxies, the aggression’s air force failed to alter the outcome on the ground. In a display of unmatched air defense prowess, the YAF executed 32 interception operations, successfully downing nine enemy warplanes.

Maritime Deterrence and the Path to Total Liberation

Reaffirming the policy of “blockade for blockade,” General Saree assured the international community that maritime navigation in the Red Sea and Bab al-Mandab remains completely safe for all shipping companies, with the strict exception of Saudi vessels, which remain banned.

Concluding his statement, the YAF spokesperson praised the profound awareness of the Yemeni people and the valiant tribes who stood shoulder-to-shoulder with the armed forces against enemy propaganda. The sweeping triumph on the western coast marks not only a catastrophic “strategic disaster” for Washington and Riyadh but also a resolute step toward total liberation, independence, and the restoration of Yemen’s full national sovereignty.

“Long live Yemen, free, dignified, and independent,” Saree declared, echoing the victory of all free people across the Axis of Resistance.

Reference: Al-Mayadeen

Behind the closed doors of the White House, the illusion of American omnipotence is shattering. According to recent reports, top advisors—including Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio—have quietly cautioned Donald Trump that his aggression against the Islamic Republic of Iran may stretch far beyond his presidential term, extending well past the January 2029 inauguration.

For months, Trump has peddled the delusion of a “swift victory,” repeatedly boasting to reporters that the conflict will end “immediately” after the November midterm elections because Iran “can’t hold out any longer.” Yet, the reality on the ground paints a starkly different picture of American impotence. Unable to break the Iranian nation militarily or engineer a collapse from within, Washington’s war machine has bogged down in a protracted conflict of attrition.

The Semantics of Defeat

The desperation of the American political class is evident in their evasive rhetoric. JD Vance recently refused to label the ongoing hostilities a “war,” despite a suffocating US naval blockade and continuous military skirmishes. When pressed on an exit strategy, Vance admitted he had no idea when the hostilities would end, arrogantly refusing to grant the Iranian resistance an “artificial timeline.”

Meanwhile, the Pentagon is quietly preparing for a permanent quagmire. US War Secretary Pete Hegseth has already extended troop deployments in West Asia deep into 2027. Furthermore, the Pentagon plans to keep its air defence units and a contingent of roughly 50,000 occupation troops stationed across the Persian Gulf indefinitely.

From Military Failure to Economic Siege

Recognising its total failure to achieve a military breakthrough against the Axis of Resistance, the Trump administration has pivoted to a strategy of pure desperation: a suffocating long-term economic siege. Under the banner of “Operation Economic Outcast,” Washington has coupled its illegal naval blockade with sweeping sanctions in a bid to starve the Iranian state into submission.

But the steadfastness (Sumud) of the Iranian people and the strategic depth of the Islamic Republic cannot be broken by blockades. Washington’s hubris has blinded it to a fundamental reality of West Asian geopolitics: empires may launch wars of choice, but they do not get to dictate the terms of their own defeat. The Iranian nation remains unbroken, and the American empire is merely sinking deeper into a strategic sinkhole of its own making.

Reference: The Cradle

Occupied Palestine — The suffering of Palestinian female detainees in Zionist occupation prisons has reached a critical new low, as violent crackdowns and deliberate medical neglect coincide with a severe outbreak of scabies at Damon Prison.

According to the Palestinian Prisoners’ Media Office, Israeli prison repression units—infamously known as “Metsada” and “Yamas”—launched brutal raids on September 6, 2026, targeting sections 2, 10, and 11 of the facility. The assault was characterised by extreme cruelty, with occupation forces forcibly dragging the women from their cells and subjecting them to degrading and inhumane treatment.

Reports detail that the female prisoners were forced to lie face-down on the scorching ground under the sun. In one harrowing instance of targeted abuse, occupation guards mercilessly beat a Palestinian woman on her back, fully aware that she was already suffering from severe, pre-existing fractures.

Compounding the physical violence is a catastrophic deterioration of health conditions within the prison walls. The Palestinian Prisoners’ Media Office reported that a scabies outbreak is rapidly spreading among the female detainees. The Zionist authorities have intentionally deprived the prisoners of necessary medical treatments, leaving the women in agonising pain and forcing some to scratch their skin until it bleeds.

Furthermore, the occupation continues its systematic policy of psychological torture and isolation. Prominent Palestinian journalist and detainee Lama Khater has been moved to solitary confinement in section 13, subjected to punitive isolation designed to break the steadfastness (sumud) of the prisoners.

In light of these escalating human rights violations and the deliberate weaponisation of medical neglect, the Palestinian Prisoners’ Media Office has issued an urgent appeal. They are calling on international human rights organisations, legal institutions, and the global community to intervene immediately. The demand is clear: halt the ongoing repression, ensure the immediate provision of life-saving medical care to the infected women, and hold the Zionist jailers accountable for their crimes against Palestinian prisoners.

The plight of the women in Damon Prison remains a stark testament to the occupation’s relentless campaign of oppression, even as the resilience of Palestine’s daughters continues to defy the jailers’ cruelty.

Reference: Al-Mayadeen