Israeli planes continued their bombing of various areas in the Gaza Strip on the 391st day of the war, leaving behind a large number of martyrs and wounded.

The Israeli occupation committed five massacres against families in the Gaza Strip, resulting in 102 martyrs and 287 injuries being taken to hospitals in the past 24 hours.

The death toll from the Israeli aggression has risen to 43,163 martyrs and 101,510 injuries since October 7th.

North of the Gaza Strip

The municipality of Beit Lahia in the north of the Gaza Strip declared the city a disaster zone due to the genocide war.

They issued a plea for help to save whatever can be saved from the humanitarian disaster, as the city is now without food, water, hospitals, emergency services, civil defense, doctors, services, and communication.

The ground operation in the north of the Gaza Strip has continued for 26 consecutive days, with control remaining in the south to prevent refugees from returning.

Artillery shelling targeted the western areas of Beit Lahia and Jabalia Camp in the north of the Gaza Strip.

Occupation vehicles and drones fired shots around the Indonesian hospital and north of Jabalia Camp in the north of the Gaza Strip.

Fires broke out in several houses near the hospital.

Israeli planes targeted a house in Beit Lahia on Thursday morning.

Eighteen civilians were killed in separate attacks in the market of Beit Lahia and Sultan's area in the past 24 hours.

Five civilians were killed and around twenty were injured in an attack near the Sheikh Radwan police station in Gaza City.

Central Gaza Strip

Three civilians were killed when Israeli planes bombed a car in the Maghazi camp in central Gaza, including a woman.

Israeli planes carried out airstrikes on the Nusseirat camp in central Gaza.

Southern Gaza Strip

Israeli planes attacked an empty area near the slaughterhouse area in Khan Yunis in the south.

Artillery shelling and gunfire from Israeli army vehicles targeted the west of Rafah city in the southern Gaza Strip.

Rescuers retrieved the bodies of two civilians from the Al-Adas area north of Rafah.

Kuwaiti doctors and activists: People of Gaza will not be deterred by false accusations

Several Kuwaiti doctors and activists reaffirmed today, Monday, their solidarity and continuous support for the Gaza Strip, praising the resilience of its people in the face of Israeli occupation, and condemning the insults directed towards women in Gaza by some media personalities from their country.

This came in a statement issued by 27 doctors and activists in the humanitarian field, stating that "the state of Kuwait, its people, and residents from various backgrounds and spectrums were present on the ground in Gaza, witnessing the steadfastness and sacrifices of its people."

The statement further mentioned that "when the first opportunity arose, despite all the risks surrounding Gaza and its people, we did not hesitate as doctors and workers in the charitable and humanitarian field to respond to the call of support and fulfill our Islamic, Arab, and humanitarian duty towards everyone living in Gaza."

They added that "the credit, after Allah, goes to our visit to Gaza and providing what we could in the name of the state of Kuwait and its people to the Kuwaiti political leadership, the Kuwaiti people, and residents as a whole, as Kuwait has been and will remain a supporter since the dawn of time for our central and pivotal cause, the issue of Palestine and Al-Aqsa Mosque."

Religious scholars and politicians: We reject the insults towards women in Gaza

Several Kuwaiti and Arab figures reacted to the insults made by the media personality Mashal Al-Nami against women in Gaza on the blogging platform, calling for legal actions to hold him accountable. This wide anger comes within a series of societal and media positions supportive of the people of Gaza and rejecting any infringement on their honor and dignity.

Announced legal actions

The Civil Conservatives Party, through its account on the platform "X," announced that the party's vice president, Ahmed Al-Hamadi, filed an official complaint to the Attorney General against Mashal Al-Nami, affirming that this step is in defense of the honor of the people of Gaza and their dignity. The party considered this complaint as a defense of the values that the Kuwaiti people believe in when supporting the causes of the nation.

Public figures' stances

Kuwaiti writer Dr. Suad Al-Sabah led this movement, where she commented, "All tongues are silent in the face of the women of Gaza, except for a tongue that prays for Allah to protect them from the fire of aggression." Al-Sabah presented a moving poem addressed to women in Gaza, describing their resilience and steadfast message.

Kuwait condemns Zionist legislation to ban UNRWA

 Kuwait expressed its strong condemnation and denunciation Tuesday of the legislation passed by the Zionist occupation to ban the work of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) in occupied Palestinian territories, which will limit the agency’s ability to provide support and humanitarian services to defenseless Palestinian refugees.

In a press release, the Foreign Ministry said Kuwait considers such legislation as part of a series of flagrant violations by the Zionist occupation forces of international law, international humanitarian law, and international resolutions, most notably Security Council resolutions, including Resolution 2417, which strongly condemns the use of starvation of civilians as a method of combat in conflict situations.

The statement also strongly condemns the illegal prevention of the delivery of humanitarian aid and the deprivation of civilians of materials indispensable to their survival. Kuwait renewed its call for the Security Council to assume its responsibilities in maintaining international peace and security under the United Nations Charter. It also called for stopping the genocide perpetrated against the Palestinian people, holding the Zionist occupation forces accountable, and ensuring that the occupying entity does not evade punishment for the systematic crimes it commits against defenseless Palestinians. — KUNA

Kuwait urges prioritizing aid for Gaza, Lebanon

Zionist entity’s attacks in Lebanon, Palestine threaten international law: Diplomat

  Kuwait warned on Monday that international humanitarian law is in grave danger due to the blatant Zionist violations and continued aggressions in the Palestinian territories, the occupied Syrian Golan Heights, and Lebanon. This warning was expressed by Diplomatic Attache Abdulaziz Al-Moajil of the Permanent Mission of Kuwait to the United Nations in a special session of the Third Committee of the UN General Assembly on The Promotion and Protection of Human Rights.

The legitimacy of the international law is being undermined every day because the Zionist occupation appears to be above the law and is not being held accountable, Moajil said. He deplored the international community’s inaction in the face of these violations.

Moajil quoted the Zionist entity’s forces who said they have attacked more than 40,000 targets in the densely populated Gaza Strip since their aggression began last year. The attacks have killed at least 43,061 people, including 16,765 children and injured more than 101,223 people. Two million Palestinians have been forcibly displaced due to the aggression. The Zionist entity’s attack on Lebanon has killed 2,653, with 12,360 injuries, and led to the internal displacement of more than 1.2 million people. In addition, over 75,000 people fled to neighboring Syria in the period from September 23 to 30, 2024.

The Kuwaiti diplomat renewed Kuwait’s call for a just and lasting solution to the conflict based on the two-state solution in line with the Arab Peace Initiative. He reiterated Kuwait’s call to all countries of the world to recognize the State of Palestine and support its accession to the United Nations as a full member.

In Geneva, Kuwait’s envoy to UN agencies urged the International Conference of the Red Cross and Red Crescent to prioritize response to the “catastrophic” humanitarian situation in both the Gaza Strip and Lebanon. The statement was made by Permanent Representative of the State of Kuwait to the United Nations Office and other International Organizations in Geneva Ambassador Nasser Al-Hayen to KUNA on the occasion of the 34th International Conference of the Red Cross and Red Crescent in Geneva today. Ambassador Al-Hayen deplored the ongoing heinous crimes committed by the Zionist entity in the Middle East, especially in Lebanon and Palestine, and the entity’s continued disregard for international laws and conventions, as well as for international mediation efforts.

Hayen stressed that the current situation requires intensifying the role of international and humanitarian organizations. He emphasized that the UN Security Council has to shoulder its responsibility towards maintaining international peace and security, reaffirming Kuwait’s commitment to continue providing rapid response to humanitarian needs and enhancing international cooperation in this field, in implementation of the directives of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah. The Kuwaiti senior diplomat vowed that his country would continue providing humanitarian aid to conflict-affected and disaster-stricken areas around the world. Kuwait was and still is a leading country in extending a helping hand to needy people everywhere, he said. — KUNA

Gaza situation largest tragedy in modern history: Kuwaiti Diplomat

Official condemns attacks against unarmed Palestinians, Lebanese • Denounces arming Zionist civilians

  The Zionist entity’s attacks on Palestinian people made the Gaza Strip one of the largest tragedies in modern history, said a Kuwaiti official. Delivering a speech of Kuwait permanent mission to the UN before the first Commission on Disarmament and International Security, Kuwaiti diplomatic attaché Ali Al-Qallaf said the Zionist occupation’s violations exacerbated the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the occupied Palestinian territories. He referred to atrocities committed by the Zionist occupation that left the largest number of children with amputation and targeted the tents of the displaced persons.

He expressed Kuwait’s strong condemnation of the Zionist occupation’s weapons used systematically against unarmed people in Palestine and Lebanon, saying the ongoing escalation is a flagrant violation of the UN Charter and the Security Council resolutions. The diplomatic attaché also voiced Kuwait’s denunciation of remarks by some Zionist officials regarding distributing weapons to civilians that incites further bloodshed and undermines the international community efforts to achieve stability in the Middle East region.

Kuwait reiterated the necessity of implementing the Conventional Arms Trade Treaty to take into account the principles of the United Nations Charter, most notably respect for the sovereign right of states to secure their national defenses, Qallaf said. Kuwait underlined the significance of achieving balance between responsibilities upon countries exporting weapons and consumers, he said.

He further stressed the importance of the UN program combating illicit trade in small arms and light weapons. He said the program plays a decisive role in building confidence and enhancing international cooperation. Qallaf pointed to Kuwait’s effective participation in international discussions related to illicit trade in small arms and light weapons.

He said Kuwait supports the relevant UN resolutions based of its commitment to the importance of concerted efforts to combat illicit trade in these weapons. Qallaf affirmed Kuwait’s readiness to partake in joint international efforts provided compliance with the UN Charter and giving rights to countries to have legal defensive potential. He finally expressed hope that the UN National Assembly session would lead to tangible outcomes to achieve international peace and security. — KUNA

Kuwait reaffirms support for Lebanon

Situation in the region represents ‘the greatest political and moral test’ for the international system: Official

  Kuwait reaffirmed its solidarity with Lebanon and its people during the Paris Conference aimed at assisting Lebanon, emphasizing the need for measures to ensure the country’s security and stability and to fully restore its state institutions.

“The international community gathers today to witness, with great sorrow, the atrocities faced by innocent civilians in both Lebanon and occupied Palestine due to the ongoing campaigns of extermination by Zionist occupation forces, which clearly violate fundamental principles of international law and relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions,” said Assistant Foreign Minister for International Organizations Affairs Minister Plenipotentiary Abdulaziz Al-Jarallah, at the international conference supporting the Lebanese people and the country’s sovereignty.

Jarallah condemned the attacks by Zionist forces on the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), highlighting this as a flagrant disregard for international law and Security Council resolutions, particularly Resolution 1701. He stressed the importance of maintaining the safety and security of UN personnel and respecting the sanctity of UN premises. He called for immediate ceasefire and all military operations, as well as the provision of necessary international protection for the Palestinian and Lebanese peoples, ensuring humanitarian aid reaches besieged areas.

Jarallah pointed out Kuwait’s warnings about the international community’s negligence in deterring these violations, which disregard all international laws or treaties. He referred to the ongoing suffering of innocent civilians in Gaza, expressing concern over the international community’s inability to fulfill its political, legal, and moral responsibilities. He questioned the Zionist entity’s claims that the massacres it commits in the occupied territories and Lebanon are merely acts of self-defense, asserting that these actions represent a systematic plan to cause chaos and instability, risking a regional war with global repercussions.

In closing, Jarallah noted that the current situation in the region and the world represents “the greatest political and moral test” for the international system, emphasizing the need to adhere to the principles of international law, respect for international legitimacy, and commitment to the UN Charter.

He expressed deep gratitude to France for its initiative to host this important conference aimed at supporting the Lebanese people and reinforcing their sovereignty and stability amidst systematic aggressions, which have resulted in thousands of casualties and injuries, as well as the displacement of hundreds of thousands of people from their homes. The conference, initiated by French President Emmanuel Macron, brought together 70 delegations and 15 international organizations to seek a diplomatic solution and mobilize humanitarian assistance of at least $400 million from as many participating countries as possible. — KUNA

Islamic Charity distributes 1455 food baskets to assist 9,000 flood victims in Sudan
 
As part of its ongoing relief efforts, the International Islamic Charity Organization provided food support to those affected by floods and floods in the Red Sea State in Sudan through a project to distribute 1455 food baskets, benefiting about 9,000 individuals in affected areas, including Arrabat and Tokar, in cooperation with the Red Sea Organization for Training and Voluntary Development in Sudan.
The project cost was over $97,000 to provide food baskets containing basic necessities to meet the needs of a family for a month, with the aim of providing food to the affected and alleviating their suffering from the effects of the disaster, achieving food security for families in need of essential resources, enhancing a rapid response to contain the spread of diseases such as malaria, cholera, dengue fever, in addition to combating malnutrition affecting a large number of displaced persons and affected communities.
The food basket included flour, sugar, lentils, oil, milk, and bags of pasta. The project was well received by official authorities, beneficiaries, and the Sudanese people who praised the leading role of the charitable organization in providing humanitarian support to distressed populations around the world, especially in Sudan.

Islamic Charity trains 100 scholars in Islamic culture and converts 25 people to Islam in El Salvador.

The International Islamic Charity Organization successfully concluded the "Cadres" project to train individuals in Islamic culture in El Salvador to address the significant shortage in the number of Islamic preachings in El Salvador.
The project was implemented with funding from a charity worth $56,400 in response to the urgent need to enhance Islamic culture among Muslims and the general community in El Salvador.
The project resulted in the training of 100 individuals, including 10 preachers ready to have an impact in their communities and become capable preaching figures to spread the message of moderate Islam. Additionally, 5 mosque imams were trained to guide and oversee the new preaching figures.
As part of the project, 25 people converted to Islam by the project participants, focusing on the emerging generation of El Salvador Muslims studying at the School of Dar Ibrahim, as they are considered the seed of future work and the desired hope of El Salvador in spreading Islamic culture and introducing the noble Islamic religion.
This was achieved through the organization of 12 monthly meetings, lasting for 24 days, focusing on empowering participants to learn the basics of Islamic sciences and personal traits that help them improve themselves and serve their communities, memorizing short chapters of the Quran and reflecting on them, studying the book "What the Muslim Cannot Ignore of the Necessary Jurisprudential Rulings," and selected issues from minority jurisprudence relevant to the Salvadoran community in worship and transactions, enhancing preaching skills, providing participants with the required Islamic knowledge and traits, encouraging them to invite their relatives and educate their Muslim brothers.
Participants excelling in the program were selected for focused development in future programs to become distinguished preachers capable of influencing their communities, along with selecting the appropriate discourse for the reality they live in and the target community.

Balad Al-Khair  signs an agreement with the General Secretariat of Awqaf to implement the "Nawafil Bank" project
The " Balad Al-Khair" association signed a cooperation agreement with the General Secretariat of Awqaf to implement the Nawafil Bank project, which aims to improve underprivileged families' conditions within Kuwait.
Osman Al Thuwaini, the director of the " Balad Al-Khair" association, explained that the Nawafil Bank project relies on distributing prepaid cards to underprivileged families whose situations are studied, so they can then use the cards to purchase food items at a discounted rate, contributing to their happiness and alleviating their financial burdens.
Al Thuwaini mentioned that the Nawafil Bank benefits 440 individuals from underprivileged families. Each family member is allocated 25 KD, which allows them to spend on food for a whole month.
He praised the General Secretariat of Awqaf for providing 11,000 dinars to support the project, noting that the General Secretariat always supports national charitable institutions, helping the underprivileged and elevating Kuwaiti society.
Al Thuwaini emphasized the importance of collaboration to meet the needs of our brothers and sisters from underprivileged families and orphans by launching projects that support them and alleviate their living expenses, especially in light of the high cost of living that has negatively impacted many.
 Balad Al-Khair partners with Awqaf for "Orphans Bank" project.
The " Balad Al-Khair" association signed a cooperation agreement with the General Secretariat of Awqaf to implement the "Orphans Bank" project, which aims to care for underprivileged orphans within the state of Kuwait and contribute to providing them with a decent living.
Osman Al Thuwaini, director of the "Country of Goodness" association, explained that the Orphans Bank is a fruitful form of cooperation between the association and the General Secretariat of Awqaf, within the charitable work aimed at individual and community development.
He noted that the Orphans Bank aims to care for 100 orphans in Kuwait by assisting them and providing the necessary support for their needs throughout the year, costing 26,500 KD.
The director of the " Balad Al-Khair" association added that the Orphans Bank includes a set of expenditure items, providing 52 KD for living expenses, in addition to 150 KD for educational expenses, as well as 23 KD for purchasing educational materials, stationary, and school bags, as well as 40 KD for clothing, for each orphan.
Al-Thuwaini emphasized the importance of the role played by the "Orphans Bank" project in caring for those who have lost their families and now face life without support to provide for their needs. He pointed to the efforts of the General Secretariat of Awqaf to support the project in order to provide a stable life for orphans within Kuwait, where they can receive their basic necessities and continue their education to become beneficial members of society in the coming years.

"Balad Al-Khair" launches the "Rahma" project to treat patients in collaboration with the General Secretariat of Awqaf
Balad Al-Khair Association announced the launch of the "Rahma" project to treat patients in Kuwait in collaboration with the General Secretariat of Awqaf.

Osman Al-Thuwaini, the director of Bait Al-Khair Association, confirmed that the "Rahma" project is one of the leading charitable initiatives that reflect the commitment of the General Secretariat of Awqaf to support the poor and needy. It serves as a vital source of assistance for needy patients who face difficulties in bearing the costs of treatment.

He added that Balad Al-Khair Association always seeks to help the needy with the support of generous donors, through a variety of charitable projects aimed at supporting the needy both inside and outside Kuwait.

He pointed out that with generous support from the General Secretariat of Awqaf, the association aims to alleviate the suffering of patients and contribute to improving their health conditions, as seen in the "Rahma" project for treating patients.

Al-Thuwaini continued that the "Rahma" project works to provide comprehensive medical services with the aim of bringing smiles to the faces of many indigent patients in need of healthcare. This includes a variety of services such as dialysis sessions, medical devices and equipment, MRI scans, medical tests, medications, prescription eyeglasses, and physical therapy sessions.

 On the 390th day of the "Al-Aqsa Flood" operation, the occupying forces persist in conducting air attacks and heavy artillery shelling on the Gaza Strip, resulting in dreadful massacres of civilians.

More Bloody Massacres in Gaza

The Palestinian Ministry of Health announced that the occupying forces committed 5 new massacres against Palestinian families, resulting in the death of 102 martyrs and 287 wounded being taken to hospitals in the past 24 hours.

Reports indicate that ambulance crews are having difficulty reaching the victims who are still trapped under the rubble.

Meanwhile, the total number of casualties since the start of the aggression on October 7 has risen to 43,163 martyrs and 101,510 wounded.

 Hamas : We are open to end the suffering of people  

The Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) has confirmed that it has responded to international mediation requests to discuss new proposals for a ceasefire and prisoner exchange.

In a statement, Hamas reiterated its openness to any initiative that would end the suffering of the people of Gaza, achieve a complete ceasefire, lift the blockade, allow in aid, and facilitate reconstruction.

The movement called on Arab and Islamic leaders to take a historic stand to support Gaza, overcome international pressures, and provide immediate support to displaced persons and the wounded living in dire conditions.

80 Zionist fatalities in October

The occupying army radio reported the deaths of 80 "Israeli" individuals, including 64 soldiers and policemen, during the month of October.

The radio report, according to the Anadolu Agency, mentioned the deaths of 33 soldiers in southern Lebanon and 19 in Gaza, describing October as a black month.

Macron's statements in Morocco spark widespread anger

French President Emmanuel Macron sparked anger among Moroccans and Arabs after describing the "Tempest of Al-Aqsa" attack as "barbaric" during his visit to the Moroccan parliament in Rabat, supporting "Israel's right to defend itself" amidst a large number of civilian casualties in Gaza.

Resistance is not terrorism

The Moroccan Observatory for Countering Normalization, in a statement published on social media platforms, according to Al Jazeera Net, stated that President Macron renews the expression of the old colonialist vocabulary by criminalizing the right of resistance as terrorism just as colonialist France described resistance fighters in Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and in African countries.

The statement added that France was deliberate in committing one massacre after another in all its colonies, crimes that will never be forgotten.

American protests against Harris for supporting the Zionist entity

Washington D.C. witnessed protests against Vice President Kamala Harris during an election rally, where hundreds of demonstrators expressed their rejection of ongoing American support for the Zionist entity in its aggression on Gaza.

According to the Anadolu Agency, the protesters held up banners supporting Palestine, demanding an arms embargo on the entity, and chanting slogans calling for an end to support for the genocide of the Palestinian people.

On the 389th day of the "Aqsa Flood" operation, the occupying forces persist in conducting airstrikes and heavy shelling on Gaza, resulting in brutal killings of civilians.

Massacre in Beit Lahia

Occupying forces committed a heinous massacre in the town of Beit Lahia in the northern Gaza Strip this morning, targeting a 5-story house belonging to the Nassar family where more than 100 people, mostly women and children, live.

The bombing resulted in the martyrdom of 93 Palestinians and the loss of around 40 others under the rubble, amid the absence of ambulance and civil defense teams that were forced to stop working.

Palestinian sources reported that the people of Gaza are trying to extract the bodies of the victims from the rubble using primitive means.

The Anadolu Agency quoted eyewitnesses as saying that dozens of injured people are still trapped under the rubble, without any support from ambulance crews.

Urgent humanitarian appeals

In light of the worsening humanitarian crisis, the Gaza Government Media Office issued an urgent appeal to bring specialized medical teams, ambulances, and civil defense vehicles to the northern area of the Strip before it's too late, holding major Western powers, including the United States, Britain, Germany, and France, directly responsible for the continued war and massacres against civilians.

4 Zionist soldiers killed, including an officer, in Jabalia

Hebrew media reported the killing of 4 Zionist soldiers, including an officer, in clashes with Palestinian resistance in the Jabalia area in northern Gaza.

According to "Lebanon Sheeth Ish" Hebrew website, last night witnessed painful events in Gaza and southern Lebanon, with more details expected to be revealed later.

According to the latest statistics, 74 Israeli soldiers and settlers have been killed since the beginning of October in various confrontation areas.

Qatar: Ongoing talks to de-escalate in Gaza and Lebanon

Qatar's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majid Al-Ansari said that the talks in Doha are ongoing and have achieved a lot so far, confirming that there are parallel lines of work to de-escalate in Lebanon and Gaza.

Al-Ansari added in a press conference today in Doha, according to Al-Jazeera Net, that he cannot comment on the content of the negotiations in Qatar, but a lot has been achieved regarding them.

He stressed that Qatar is trying to make use of all opportunities to reach a permanent solution and to support the Palestinian brothers.

He explained that meetings are ongoing in Doha, Cairo, and European capitals to discuss a negotiation proposal, and pointed out that work is closely coordinated with partners in Egypt and the United States to mediate negotiations, aiming to contain the conflict in Gaza and prevent escalation in the region.

International condemnation of the UNRWA ban

The decision of the Knesset to ban the activities of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA) in the occupied territories has drawn widespread international condemnation, with the European Union and Western countries considering this step to increase the suffering of Palestinian refugees.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed his concern about the impact of the decision, warning of devastating consequences on the lives of Palestinian refugees and on the path to peace and stability in the region.

Guterres emphasized that UNRWA remains the main provider of humanitarian support to Palestinian refugees, expressing his rejection of any alternative that may undermine their basic interests.

"What Uncle Sam Really Wants?" is a groundbreaking book written by the renowned linguist and philosopher, Noam Chomsky. First published in 1992, this book is a scathing critique of the US foreign policy and its role in perpetuating global conflict, poverty, and suffering.

In this review, I will delve into the book's main arguments, exploring Chomsky's analysis of the US's true intentions and the devastating consequences of its policies.

A symbol of imperialism

At the heart of Chomsky's argument is the notion that the United States is driven by a desire for global dominance and control. He asserts that the US's " Uncle Sam" is not a benevolent figure, but rather a symbol of imperialism, seeking to expand its influence and maintain its power at any cost. Chomsky's thesis is that the US's foreign policy is not motivated by altruistic goals, such as promoting democracy, freedom, or human rights, but rather by the pursuit of its own national interests, including economic and strategic advantages.

US's involvement in Central America

Chomsky begins by examining the US's involvement in Central America during the 1980s. He critiques the Reagan administration's policies, which included the assassination of Archbishop Romero, the bombing of Nicaragua, and the support of extremist groups in El Salvador. Chomsky argues that these actions were part of a broader strategy to maintain US dominance in the region, suppress popular movements, and protect US business interests.

New World Order

One of the book's most compelling chapters is Chomsky's critique of the "New World Order" and the US's role in shaping international relations. He argues that the US's efforts to create a new global order are designed to buttress its own power and reinforce its dominance over other nations. Chomsky contends that this new world order is characterized by US military interventionism, economic domination, and the suppression of popular resistance.

US's role in the Middle East

Chomsky's analysis is not limited to Central America. He also explores the US's role in the Middle East, examining the1982 Israeli invasion of Lebanon, the Iran-Contra affair, and the US's support of Saddam Hussein during the Gulf War. He argues that these actions were motivated by a desire to maintain US influence in the region, protect Israeli interests, and secure access to Middle Eastern oil resources.

In his book "What Uncle Sam Really Wants?", Noam Chomsky provides a fierce critique of the United States' foreign policy in the Middle East, particularly with regard to Israel and Palestine.

Backing all Israel’s aggressive expansionist policies

Chomsky argues that the US has consistently backed Israel's aggressive expansionist policies, including the 1982 Israeli invasion of Lebanon, the annexation of the Golan Heights, and the occupation of the West Bank and Gaza Strip. He also criticizes the US's support for the Israeli military's brutal suppression of Palestinian resistance and its construction of settlements in occupied territory.

Full Support to Israel

Chomsky believes that the US's backing of Israel is driven by a combination of factors, including:

1. Strategic interests: The US sees Israel as a key partner in maintaining its dominance over the Middle East and access to the region's oil resources.
2. Domestic political considerations: Israel's powerful lobby in the United States, as well as the close ties between leading politicians and Israel's leaders, contribute to the country's unwavering support.
3. Ideological affinity: The US's right-wing ideologues and the Israeli government share a commitment to neoliberalism, militarism, and anti-communism.

In the book, Chomsky also examines the US's role in the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) and the Syrian Israeli peace negotiations. He argues that the US has consistently sought to undermine Palestinian nationalism and the PLO's efforts to establish a viable state, instead-supporting Israeli interests and promoting a settlement that favors Israel's colonizing objectives.

US's complicity in Israel's human rights abuses and war crimes

One of the most striking aspects of Chomsky's analysis is his exposure of the US's complicity in Israel's human rights abuses and war crimes. He provides a detailed account of the US's support for Israel's aggressive military tactics, including the use of cluster bombs, and its failure to condemn Israel's treatment of Palestinian civilians, including women and children.

Chomsky's critique of the US's foreign policy is not limited to high-level politics. He also examines the ways in which the US economic system perpetuates global inequality and suffering. He argues that the US's neoliberal economic policies, including trade liberalization, privatization, and deregulation, have led to the exploitation of developing nations and the deepening of global poverty.

Throughout the book, Chomsky supports his arguments with a wide range of evidence, including government documents, media reports, and personal testimony. He is particularly effective in highlighting the contradictions and hypocrisy of US foreign policy, exposing how the US has used its power to undermine democracy, manipulate international institutions, and suppress dissent.

One of the book's greatest strengths is its accessibility and clarity. Chomsky's writing is engaging and easy to follow, making complex issues and concepts accessible to a broad audience. His use of illustrations, anecdotes, and examples helps to bring the abstract concepts of global politics to life, making the book a triumph of clear and concise communication.

While "What Uncle Sam Really Wants?" has flaws, Chomsky's analysis is largely persuasive and thought-provoking. His critique of the US's foreign policy is courageous and well-documented, and his arguments are likely to resonate with anyone who has followed the news or witnessed the devastating consequences of the US's actions.

In conclusion, "What Uncle Sam Really Wants?" is a seminal work that offers a searing critique of the US's foreign policy and its devastating consequences. Chomsky's analysis is a wake-up call, urging readers to question the official narrative and rethink their US foreign policy assumptions. As the world grapples with the challenges of globalization, terrorism, and climate change, this book serves as a timely reminder of the need for critical thinking, skepticism, and a commitment to social justice.

Chomsky's critique of US policy in the Middle East is unflinching, and his analysis remains relevant today. The book is a powerful indictment of US foreign policy and its consequences for the people of the region.

Sources:

Chomsky, N. (1992). What Uncle Sam Really Wants.

How similar are the events of history! And how frequently do these events repeat themselves! It's as if the errors and ambitions of some humans have no solution other than invasion, then wars, then liberation or disappearance into the pages of history without return! If we look through the history of the ancient and modern nation, we will be surprised to find out that events are almost identical in some of their stages. In parts of the Islamic and Arab historical narrative, Allah says in His conclusive book: "Certainly in their stories there is a lesson for people of understanding. It is no invented tale, but a confirmation of what was before it and a detailed explanation of all things and guidance and mercy for a people who believe." (Yusuf: 111). These were not just stories for entertainment, but for reflection, contemplation, and patience in the face of similar events. The first believers were patient, and patience is upon you, they were victorious, and victory is for you, and the disbelievers were defeated with a great defeat, and your disbelievers will be defeated by the permission of Allah.

In the Battle of the Trench(or Confederates), for example, we can see history repeating itself in the siege of the Muslim nation represented by the city of Medina, which contained the whole nation with its leader, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). All the Arab tribes dared to lay siege to it, while its first enemy from the Jewish tribes was lurking on the outskirts of the city waiting for a moment of weakness to break all the agreements signed during its time of weakness.

When Islam emerged in the city, Jews had no choice but to seize those opportunities, to deceive and betray as usual, and the end result was his demise in his betrayal and departure from the boundaries of the united nation to where there is no return.
Abbasid Caliphate fall
Then there was an event that perhaps was bigger than the siege and betrayal, which was when the Abbasid Caliphate fell with its vast territories and large numbers before the onslaught of the Mongols and Crusaders simultaneously. The capital of the Caliphate collapsed, drowning in a sea of blood, and people at that time thought that Islam had completely ended.

Do these events resemble what the nation is going through today? Has each country become isolated in facing the challenges of the time? Has the nation failed to come together and seek a new strength that will move its scholars, unite its word, and raise the morale of its soldiers?

The Islamic movement!

It is fair to the Islamic movement today that from within it emerged "Hamas" and "Jihad" and all the Palestinian resistance movements that are still standing strong after a year of fighting, and after the martyrdom of its leaders and the sacrifice of more than 45 thousand of its people, all for the sake of holding on to their religion, land, history, and the soil of their ancestors.

It is commendable for the contemporary Islamic movement that the factions of resistance have emerged from within it and have embraced the original idea on which the Islamic movement was founded, without compromising on any of its principles. Here lies the most important question: Where is the original Islamic movement amidst the trials and tribulations and the great events happening on the blessed land? Where is the representation of the courage of Ibn Abdul Salam, who was the first rock in breaking a huge army, not by carrying weapons, but by his words, positions, understanding of texts, and his courage in confronting the authorities?
Rising under colonial rule
It is a strange coincidence that the Islamic movement arose under colonial rule, faced, fought, and made legendary achievements recorded in the history of Arab resistance in the lands of the Arabs, with the heroism of Omar Mukhtar from a distance, and the events of the Suez Canal did not fade from the memory of the nation, and the popular unity in Palestine in 1948 despite the betrayal is absent.

The Islamic movement sprung up after the fall of the Caliphate to mend what had been torn apart, unite the people that had been torn apart by the colonizers, and instill new concepts after the idea had been tainted in the minds of the people, where Islam was reduced to merely prayers in mosques or corners, and not being practiced in the streets. Where is that energy that renewed the nation's religion after its decline? Where are its men who left the Palestinian resistance alone to pay a dear price for the liberation of the land of all Muslims, only for the Islamic resistance to show up alone in Gaza, with the roots of the movement absent from the scene, while they fight among themselves elsewhere.

How did Qutz manage to do it?
It is not fair to claim that Qutz was a supernatural hero who was able, single-handedly, to confront the million-strong Tatar army with an army from Egypt that was internally divided, suffering under poverty, humiliation, and fear imposed by the Mamluk princes at that time. Matters escalated to the point where anyone ruling over Egypt was killed, until a period of time passed without a ruler, after the Mamluk princes fought among themselves over who had the right to rule. The army was torn apart between the princes, and news of cities falling one after the other emerged, with the final message to Egypt being to surrender, as there was no ruler to receive it.

Sheikh Ibn Abdul Salam
Here, the Islamic movement appears in all its fervor, embodied in Sheikh ibn Abdul Salam, who possessed all the qualities necessary for the movement: faith, eloquence, courage, and a belief in the inevitability of victory through uniting the people and preparing the army, away from the impoverished who could no longer provide for their daily needs. The Sheikh's strength lay in his ability to gather behind him a large popular support base, uniting the peoples of Asia and Africa under one will.
The Sheikh was capable of mobilizing the nation, but the Islamic movement alone is not enough, even if it has the will.

Here, some must be neutralized while others must be won over, and the word of truth must be proclaimed for the cause, with the search for a leader who believes in the idea. It doesn't necessarily have to be the Sheikh himself, as the Sheikh has his own abilities, and the Islamic movement facing existential problems is unable to appreciate. Therefore, let the leader not be the Sheikh, but a young, strong leader who embodies the idea, courageous, brave, intelligent, and determined, who can gather funds from the wealthy to arm the relatively small army against an enemy that crushed the caliphate, planning well by choosing the battlefield. The land will not betray its owner, and the leader must initiate the strike before it reaches his home, like in the Battle of October 7, preparing his soldiers and sharpening their resolve, and then setting out with the blessings of Allah.
Martyrdom in Islam
In Islam, martyrdom is highly valued, and the Muslim understands its significance, aspiring for it. Those who consider it a loss for the nation do not truly understand the jurisprudence of jihad. It is Allah who makes believers into martyrs, while the survivors continue on their path, learning and raising their spirits to achieve the honor of martyrdom, as thousands of leaders have been killed throughout history without the fall of Islam. Entire states disappeared when jihad was absent, and people fled from martyrdom.
The second step after the martyrdom of leaders is to continue the resistance, as no one can deny the right of someone in an occupied land to resist. Just as victory was Qutz's ally despite the difficult situation, victory is also the ally of anyone who resists an occupying force that has seized his land, even if supported by all international institutions that lost their credibility when they sided with a bloody occupier. Let Palestine resist and create a new victory on its land. Yesterday it was Ain Jalout, today it is Gaza.

 On the 388th day of the "Storm of the Al-Aqsa Mosque" operation, the occuption forces are still launching air attacks and heavy artillery bombardment on the Gaza Strip, leading to brutal massacres of innocent civilians. Here are the main points of the progress:

- Intensification of extermination operations in northern Gaza

For over three weeks, the occupation has been escalating its shelling on the northern areas of the Gaza Strip, specifically in Jabalia camp and Beit Lahia town, where civilians are continuously being shelled and their homes targeted directly.

Anadolu Agency quoted eyewitnesses as saying that Israeli forces are reinforcing their presence around Jabalia camp, imposing a complete siege that prevents the entry of essential supplies, warning of a severe humanitarian crisis that may include famine and thirst.

- Urgent medical appeals to save Kamal Adwan hospital

The Ministry of Health in Gaza called on international institutions to send urgent surgical medical teams to support Kamal Adwan hospital in the northern Gaza Strip after the occupation arrested the majority of medical staff there.

According to the ministry's statement, there is only one pediatric specialist left in the hospital, posing a major challenge in treating the increasing number of casualties.

The Director-General of the Ministry of Health in Gaza, Munir al-Bursh, confirmed that the occupation had arrested about 40 medical staff, with 30 of them still under arrest, dealing an additional blow to the collapsing health system.

- "Israeli" analyst: Occupier's losses are significant in October

Israeli military analyst Amos Harel mentioned that October is the bloodiest month for the occupation army since the beginning of the year, with significant human casualties that may lead the public to demand an end to the war.

He pointed to the deaths and injuries of dozens of soldiers in clashes in southern Lebanon and the Gaza Strip, reflecting the pressure faced by the army.

- Hamas rejects a partial ceasefire

Sources revealed to "Quds Press" that Hamas expressed reservations about proposals for a temporary ceasefire that includes a partial exchange deal.

The informed source explained that Hamas, considering the responsibility placed on its shoulders, is willing to seriously consider mediator's offers while ensuring that the conditions serve the interests of the Palestinian people.

The source refused to comment on the news related to a temporary deal involving the exchange of 5 non-Israeli prisoners in the possession of the Palestinian resistance in Gaza. They will be in exchange for the release of an unspecified number of Palestinian prisoners in Israeli occupation prisons, as part of a temporary ceasefire agreement and calm for only two weeks, including the entry of special aid to the northern areas of Gaza.

The source said: "The occupation condition is to keep its army in the areas, without moving the vehicles during the period of calm, and this is something that Hamas rejects, supported by its position from all factions of resistance, and derives its strength from the resilience and support of the Palestinian people in the sector."

Discussing a Ceasefire in Gaza

In the Qatari capital, Doha, intensive meetings continue in order to reach an agreement to stop the ceasefire and complete a prisoner exchange deal.

The Qatari Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, the Director of the CIA William Burns, along with the head of the Israeli intelligence agency Mossad, David Barnea, are participating in these talks, according to the "Al Jazeera Net" website.

According to what was reported by Reuters, the talks aim to reach a short-term agreement to stop the ceasefire, including the release of some prisoners and detainees held by both parties.

Netanyahu and Gantz

Escalating disagreements between Netanyahu and Gantz regarding the management of the war

Hebrew reports indicate escalating tension between the Prime Minister of the occupation, Benjamin Netanyahu, and Defense Minister Yoav Gantz, regarding the management of the war on Gaza.

Gantz pointed out in a message to senior officials that "the war is being managed without a clear compass," calling for a reassessment of goals and strategies, reflecting the increasing criticisms of the occupation government's performance in managing operations.

On the 387th day of the "Al-Aqsa Flood" operation, the occupying forces persist in launching air attacks and heavy shelling on Gaza, leading to brutal killings of innocent civilians.

Death toll in the northern Gaza Strip

The Ministry of Health in Gaza announced the martyrdom of more than 1000 citizens in the besieged northern sector during the past three weeks, indicating that 30 medical personnel are missing after being arrested by the occupation forces from inside Kamal Adwan Hospital.

The Ministry's spokesperson, Khalil al-Dukran, blamed the Israeli occupation for the lives of medical personnel, confirming that the occupation seeks to deliberately disable the health system in the north in order to cause the greatest number of casualties.

Al-Dukran added that the situation in northern Gaza has become unbearable, appealing to the international community to act immediately to save civilians before it is too late.

Gaza Government Media Office condemns the silence of international organizations

The Gaza Government Media Office strongly condemned the clear neglect of international organizations operating in the sector, affirming that this negligence fuels the occupation's persistence in committing monstrous crimes.

The statement issued by the office on Saturday evening stated that these organizations deal with the critical conditions in the sector with complete indifference, without paying attention to the suffering of civilians in northern Gaza, especially in Jabalia and Beit Lahia.

The statement pointed out that these organizations have not fulfilled their humanitarian role as mandated by international law, as they have ignored providing necessary support such as food, water, and healthcare, leaving the Palestinian people to suffer deliberate starvation for over 180 days without meaningful assistance.

The Government Media Office also reported that international organizations have not provided the minimum level of medical assistance and have not supported medical teams and facilities sufficiently to address the deteriorating situation in northern Gaza.

The statement added that the negligence of these organizations contributed significantly to the acceleration of the collapse of the healthcare system, as they did not intervene to provide medicines and essential supplies, and did not support medical teams in the face of water and food shortages.

The office emphasized that these organizations have shown a complete inability to provide any tangible support to protect human rights, or even facilitate communication for families separated due to arrests and forced displacement, with more than 250 individuals still abducted by the occupation and thousands of families forcibly displaced.

The office called on international organizations to fully assume their humanitarian responsibilities.

Quality ramming operation in "Tel Aviv"

In an operation described by the Palestinian media as a quality one, a Palestinian carried out a ramming operation with a truck near the Mossad headquarters in "Tel Aviv", resulting in the killing of 6 Zionist soldiers and the injury of around 50 others, some of them in critical condition.

Hebrew reports confirmed that a number of soldiers are still trapped under the truck in a dangerous situation.

On the other hand, Palestinian factions praised the operation and considered it a legitimate response to the ongoing occupation crimes.

"Hezbollah" warns residents of 25 settlements

In an escalatory move, the Lebanese "Hezbollah" issued a warning to residents of 25 settlements in northern occupied Palestinian territories to evacuate immediately, affirming that these settlements have become legitimate targets for their military and missile forces, as they are used as launching points for "Israeli" attacks against Lebanon.

The warning included multiple settlements, including Kiryat Shmona, Nahariya, Karmiel, and others, in what is considered a significant escalation amid continued tension on the Lebanese border.

Talks in Doha about a prisoner exchange and ceasefire

The Qatari capital of Doha is set to host talks today, Sunday, involving officials from the American CIA and the "Israeli" Mossad, to discuss the possibility of reaching a deal for a prisoner exchange with Hamas and a ceasefire in Gaza, according to Al Jazeera Net.

The Zionist occupiers are still carrying out genocide in Gaza for the 386th day, with numerous airstrikes and artillery attacks causing civilian massacres in a dire humanitarian crisis due to the blockade and displacement of over 95% of the population.

Our correspondents reported that the occupation aircraft and artillery continued their violent airstrikes and shelling on various parts of the Gaza Strip on Saturday, targeting homes, displaced persons' gatherings, and streets, resulting in dozens of martyrs and wounded.

The occupation forces continued their ground invasion of wide areas in Rafah since May 7th, as well as several axes in Gaza, amidst aerial and artillery bombardment and the commission of horrific massacres.

A martyr from the Zaqout family was killed when the occupation aircraft bombed a two-story house on Tunnel Street in Gaza City.

Two martyrs were killed in Zionist artillery shelling on citizens' homes in Jabalia Al-Nuzla in northern Gaza.

The occupation forces committed a horrific massacre this evening in the town of Beit Lahia in northern Gaza after bombing 5 houses belonging to the families of "Al-Masri," "Abu Shidq," and "Salman" near the western roundabout in Beit Lahia, resulting in more than 30 martyrs and injuries, amidst appeals for ambulance crews to rescue them.

Our correspondent reported that the occupation forces hindered the work of ambulance and civil defense teams, meaning that the victims sometimes have to be rescued and treated individually.

Local sources reported the martyrdom of Adham Mohammad Sameer Al-Hadidi as a result of an Israeli airstrike east of Al-Bureij while a special Zionist force arrested citizens in the area.

For the 22nd consecutive day, northern Gaza, particularly Jabalia camp and Beit Lahia, are suffering under an Israeli siege and starvation amidst intense aerial and artillery bombardment, and complete isolation of the northern governorate from the rest of Gaza.

Martyrs and others were injured in the occupation's bombing of a house belonging to the Abu Shidq family near the western roundabout in Beit Lahia.

Al-Awda Hospital announced that the Zionist occupation forces arrested Dr. Mohammed Obeid, head of the reconstructive surgery and orthopedic department at Al-Awda Hospital in Tel Al-Zaatar, northern Gaza, from inside Kamal Adwan Hospital and took him to an unknown location.

Citizen Hani Ismail Al-Najjar, from the town of Khuza'a, died from wounds sustained a week ago during the occupation's targeting of his tent west of Khan Younis.

Jana Jawad Mahdi was killed and 3 others were injured in the occupation's shelling in the Qizan Abu Rushwan area south of Khan Younis.

Four citizens were injured and taken to the European Gaza Hospital as a result of the occupation's bombing of a house belonging to the Abu Telakh family northeast of Rafah, with reports of martyrs under the rubble.

Local sources reported the martyrdom of the son of Kamal Adwan Hospital director in northern Gaza, Dr. Hussam Abu Safia.

Jana Jawad Mahdi was martyred and 3 others were injured in a shelling in the Qizan Abu Rashwan area south of Khan Younis city.

Red Crescent teams reported martyrs and casualties in an attack on a house belonging to the Maqat family in the east of Burka Al-Sheikh Radwan in Gaza City, damaging a number of surrounding houses.

A number of citizens were injured after bombs were dropped by Quadcopter aircraft near the Khallet al-Betrol station in Jabalia al-Nazla, north of the Gaza Strip.

Two citizens were martyred in an Israeli artillery shelling that targeted Abd Rabbo Street in Jabalia Balad, north of Gaza.

Medical sources reported that a martyr arrived at Al-Awda Hospital in eastern Al-Bureij after Quadcopter drones fired at citizens and wood collectors.

Several citizens were injured after gunfire from a Quadcopter targeted residents in the Sabra neighborhood south of Gaza City.

One citizen was martyred and others were injured in a raid carried out by the occupation on the town of Al-Zawayda in central Gaza.

The Israeli occupation army continued to carry out digging and excavation operations around Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza, and carried out destruction operations at the hospital's facilities, burning ambulance vehicles inside the hospital. Some houses in the surrounding area were also set on fire.

Eyewitnesses reported that the occupying forces worked to demolish residential buildings around the Faloja Cemetery in Jabalia camp in the northern Gaza Strip.

Other witnesses mentioned that explosions and gunfire from military vehicles continued for more than two hours in the Tawam and Safati neighborhoods.

The occupation aircraft bombed the western areas of the Nusairat camp in the middle of the Gaza Strip.

The occupation artillery shelled the eastern part of the Bureij in the middle of the Gaza Strip early in the morning.

Israeli aircraft launched an airstrike on Gaza City.

The Palestinian Ministry of Health announced last night that the current situation in Kamal Adwan Hospital is deteriorating significantly.

The Ministry stated that the total number of people inside the hospital is 600, including patients, wounded, medical staff, and accompanying individuals.

They confirmed the martyrdom of two children in the intensive care unit after the hospital generators stopped and the oxygen station was targeted.

They also mentioned the destruction of 3 ambulances and a transportation vehicle, hindering relief and transportation operations, as well as the destruction of the electricity generation system through solar panels, exacerbating the crisis.

The ministry stated that the current number of patients and wounded is 195, while the number of medical staff is 70. Three nurses and a janitor were injured during the ongoing events.

They pointed out that the occupation forces are searching the hospital and firing inside the different sections, increasing the state of panic and concern.

They also pointed out that these conditions require urgent intervention from humanitarian organizations to ensure the safety of everyone and provide for their necessary needs.

On the 385th day of the Israeli aggression, the occupation committed a new massacre in Khan Yunis resulting in the martyrdom of around 30 people.

Local sources reported the martyrdom of 28 Palestinians in an Israeli airstrike targeting residential houses in the Manara area south of Khan Yunis city early this morning.

Sources confirmed that Israeli occupation forces targeted a house in the Manara area south of Khan Yunis city, resulting in the martyrdom of 28 citizens, mostly children and women, with dozens others sustaining various injuries.

The eastern areas of Khan Yunis city in southern Gaza were subjected to intense Israeli artillery shelling on Thursday evening, causing hundreds of Palestinian families to flee.

Eyewitnesses said that the Israeli artillery targeted the neighborhoods of Manara, Maan, Sheikh Nasser, and the outskirts of Khuza'a Al-Najjar in the south and east of the city.

Eyewitnesses also pointed to a mass exodus of hundreds of Palestinian families towards the west of Khan Yunis due to the ongoing Israeli shelling targeting several neighborhoods in the area.

The intense artillery shelling appears to be preparing for a possible ground incursion in the eastern areas of Khan Yunis. This comes as Gaza continues to count its martyrs as a result of the violent raids that have targeted several areas.

Civil defense announced more than 150 civilians killed or injured in an occupation shelling on Jabalia camp.

Civil defense also mentioned that the occupation imposes a suffocating siege on the areas hosting displaced persons and residents, describing the situation in Beit Lahia and Jabalia as a disaster.

The Ministry of Health announced yesterday, Thursday, that the death toll of the Israeli aggression has risen to 42,847 martyrs and 100,544 injuries since October 7th last year.