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Thousands of tons of unexploded ordnance remain in Gaza: Report

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Gaza War

Quoting unnamed senior officers, Israel’s Channel 12 reported that the Israeli army recently launched an investigation to determine whether Palestinians used unexploded munitions to manufacture an improvised explosive device (IED) that killed three Israeli soldiers in northern Gaza last week.

On Wednesday, the Israeli army announced that three soldiers were killed and three others injured when an IED exploded under a tank in Beit Hanoun, northern Gaza.

According to the report, the Israeli army has fired tens of thousands of munitions into Gaza, with the air force alone dropping approximately 30,000 bombs since the war began.

“Thousands of bombs dropped by Israeli aircraft in Gaza did not detonate, including some weighing a ton,” Channel 12 noted.

The report also revealed that some US-supplied weapons and munitions delivered to Israel during the war were found to have technical issues.

“Nearly 40% of the bombs dropped on Gaza at the start of the war were unguided or ‘dumb’ bombs,” it added.

The United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) stated in April 2024 that an estimated 7,500 tons of unexploded ordnance are scattered across Gaza, a cleanup process that could take up to 14 years.

Channel 12 also claimed that Hamas fighters, with expertise gained from Hezbollah and Iran, have used unexploded Israeli munitions to create IEDs, some of which killed Israeli soldiers.

The Israeli army has continued a genocidal war on Gaza that has killed over 46,000 people, mostly women and children, since Oct. 7, 2023, despite a UN Security Council resolution calling for an immediate cease-fire.

In November 2024, the International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza.

Israel also faces a genocide case at the International Court of Justice for its war on the enclave.

US says Ukraine, Russia not prepared for peace talks

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Russia Ukraine War
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky visits combat brigades engaged in offensive operations in the Bakhmut sector, Ukraine, on September 5.

President Volodymyr Zelensky previously suggested that initial talks on resolving the war might involve US President-elect Donald Trump before potentially engaging with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

“This (the introduction of sanctions against the Russian Federation) was not done with the expectation that it would become a bargaining chip that could be taken off the table when Ukraine wants to sit down at this negotiating table. There is no expectation now that either side is ready for negotiations,” Kirby said.

The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry expects a Zelensky and Trump meeting soon after the upcoming inauguration.

Also, Kirby stated that recent US sanctions on Russia’s oil sector were not introduced as leverage for future peace talks but were based on energy market forecasts.

Kirby noted that earlier large-scale sanctions in this area were delayed to prevent domestic energy price hikes.

Outgoing US President Joe Biden’s administration plans to introduce a “big package” of sanctions on Russia’s shadow fleet and individuals, Reuters has reported, citing sources familiar with the matter.

Despite Western efforts to reduce Russia’s income from oil funding its war against Ukraine, Moscow has been able to bypass sanctions and sell Russian oil above the imposed price cap of $60 per barrel with the buildup of a fleet of aging vessels with dubious ownership.

Iranian officials discover pipeline used to steal aircraft fuel  

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Mojtaba Ghahremani, head of the provincial judiciary, announced that the discovery came following a serious action by the judicial system to assist the government in addressing energy imbalances and implementing control measures across production, distribution, and oil pipeline sectors.

Following a judicial order and technical actions by the Bandar Abbas police department, the unauthorized extension of the main pipeline used for transporting aviation fuel was discovered.

Experts inspected the site and found that the equipment had significant corrosion and rust, indicating that thieves had exploited this pipeline for an extended period.

The detected branch had a capacity to siphon approximately 70,000 liters of fuel daily, with an estimated value of around 4 billion tomans for the illegal pipeline itself.

It appears that the perpetrators possessed considerable technical know-how on the pipeline system.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian recently stated that 20 million liters of fuel disappear daily in Iran.

Iranian Army Cmdr.: All US interests within our reach

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Iran Army

Speaking during a ceremony to honor the former and current commanders of the regional and senior headquarters of the Iranian Army in Iran’s south, General Heidari said, “We are capable of engaging in operational activities”.

He then underscored the need for constant vigilance against hybrid warfare initiated by Iran’s adversaries. General Heydari stressed the importance of both defensive and offensive measures, asserting that the enemies’ cognitive and hybrid warfare aims to manipulate public perception towards their illegitimate interests.

The commander of the Iranian Army’s Ground Force outlined three core principles guiding the Force, namely leadership, justice, and meritocracy, which, he said, are essential for enhancing efficiency and combat readiness.

The Iranian general also noted that effective command in the southwestern region of Iran has ensured the operational readiness of all tanks, helicopters and drones of the country.

Iran’s Red Crescent Society declares readiness to help people affected by LA fires

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Addressing the American people, Pirhossein Koulivand said, “The news of massive fires in vast areas of your country, which have not only engulfed homes and livelihoods but also put the lives of thousands of innocent people at risk and turned the beautiful nature of your land into ashes, is not merely a local crisis but a wound on the conscience of humanity that hurts all responsible and compassionate people around the world”.

“The painful scenes of people suffering in order to breathe under a sky filled with smoke and fire are more than just television images for us; they are a call to action”, the head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society added.

Koulivand assured the American people that they are not alone in these difficult moments, noting that the raging fires have shown that controlling the crisis is beyond local capabilities and requires global assistance to extinguish the flames.

The Los Angeles fires have killed at least 11 people, destroying thousands of homes and leaving millions without shelter and electricity.

Iranian deputy minister slams suspension of Google Analytics for Iranians

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IFP Editorial Staff
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This development has received significant media coverage in Iran after many users received emails notifying them of the suspension, which poses potential challenges for individuals and businesses.

In response, Akbari took to X to express his concerns. In his post, he stated that the internet should not turn into a tool for sanctions or restrictions.

Akbari added that the suspension of Google Analytics services for Iranian users will harm businesses, startups and individuals.

Iranian vice president expresses sympathy over California wildfire

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IFP Editorial Staff
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In a message on his Instagram page, Aref wrote, “Urgent global measures are necessary to address and combat crises, whether it is the genocide and crimes of the occupying regime in Gaza or the climate change-induced disasters like the recent destructive wildfires in California.”

“In today’s interconnected world, the pain and suffering of one person is the pain and suffering of all,” he further noted and wrote, ”We extend our heartfelt sympathy to all those affected by the California wildfires and pray for a swift recovery of the situation.”

Earlier, former Iranian minister of communications, Mohammad Javad Azari Jahromi, had proposed that the government extend its sympathies to those affected by the incident, stressing that “Humanity is higher than differences…”

Eleven people are so far died across the Los Angeles area after destructive wildfires fueled by dry conditions and powerful winds erupted Tuesday. Thousands of structures have been destroyed and roughly 180,000 people have been forced from their homes. Officials say the true death toll is not known as the fires continue to destroy neighborhoods.

Space agency chief says Iran plans to unveil local satellite within weeks

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IFP Media Wire
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Iran Satellite

Salariyeh said that the satellite, which is also capable of black-and-white imaging with an accuracy of 8 meters, is a developed version of Pars 1 and will be unveiled on the National Day of Aerospace Technology.

He pointed out that the satellites Pars 1 and 2 will feature a series of sensing satellites in the country.

Salariyeh added that Iranian experts are designing Satellite Pars 3, which will have black-and-white imaging accuracy of less than 2 meters.

The Head of Iran’s Space Agency stated that the data transmitted through these satellites will be used in fields such as industry, agriculture, and the environment.

President demands full withdrawal of Israeli soldiers from Lebanon

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IFP Media Wire
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It came during Aoun’s meeting with the leader of the Greek Cypriot Administration, Nikos Christodoulides, at the Presidential Baabda Palace in eastern Beirut, according to the Lebanese Presidency.

As both leaders discussed the situation in southern Lebanon, Aoun “reaffirmed Lebanon’s insistence on the complete withdrawal of the Israeli enemy from its remaining occupied territories and the deployment of the Lebanese army along the southern border”.

Under a cease-fire signed Nov. 27, Israel is required to withdraw its forces south of the Blue Line — a de facto border — in phases, while the Lebanese army is to deploy in southern Lebanon within the pact’s 60-day timeframe.

Aoun, who had been the army’s chief since 2017, was elected Thursday as president by the parliament, ending more than two years of political deadlock in Lebanon.

Renowned Iranian musician Fereydoun Shahbazian passes away at 82

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Shahbazian was hospitalized in Tehran two days prior to his death. His daughter, Shiva, shared the news of his hospitalization on social media, but did not disclose the specific cause.

Born on June 11, 1942, in Tehran, Shahbazian developed a passion for music early on, influenced by his father, a student of the legendary Abolhasan Saba.

Shahbazian pursued music studies at the Tehran Conservatory of Music and became a member of the Tehran Symphony Orchestra at the age of 17.

His career spanned various roles, including composing for the Farabi Orchestra and leading the Iranian National Orchestra from October 2016 to March 2019.

In the 1980s, he ventured into film scoring and co-founded the Music Council at Iran’s national broadcaster.

Some of his notable film scores include “Life” (1997), “Hiva” (1998), “The Last Supper”, “Innocence Lost” (2003), “The Fourth Child” (2012), and “Son of Fortune” (2012).

Shahbazian’s remarkable contributions to Iranian music earned him a prominent place in the country’s cultural history. His legacy will be remembered through his vast body of work and the impact he made on Iranian music.

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