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⏯ #VideoNews | Massive Explosion at Fuel Depot in Sulaymaniyah, #Iraq 📝 A large explosion has been reported at a fuel storage facility in Sulaymaniyah, Iraq, according to initial reports. 📝 The facility consists of: · 34 large tanks · 30 gasoline tanks · 4 gas tanks 📝 The depot has a total storage capacity of 3.2 million litres of gasoline. 📝 Footage from the scene shows massive flames and thick smoke rising over the area. 🆔 @News_Articles_Analysis

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🗓 #AllInOneNews | August 16-17, 2024 🇱🇧 #LEBANON FRONT 📌 Lebanon’s Health Ministry: 4,346 Martyred, 12,301 Wounded in #Zionist Regime Aggression Since March 📝 Lebanon’s Health Ministry has updated the toll from “israeli” terrorist attacks since March 2: 4,346 martyred and 12,301 wounded. 📌 #Hezbollah MP: Only the Language of #Resistance Works with Zionist Regime 📝 A Hezbollah representative in the Lebanese Parliament stated: 💬 “Stop the futile negotiations with an enemy that has brought nothing but humiliation. Only the language of resistance works with this enemy.” 💬 “Frustration and complete failure belong to those who, relying on the #US, have chosen the path of compromise and direct negotiations.” 📌 Hezbollah Clashes with #ZOF Near Al-Tahir Heights 📝 Lebanese sources have reported heavy clashes and gunfire around the Al-Tahir Heights, with brave Hezbollah fighters attempting to repel Zionist operation forces’ advances into the area. 📝 Zionist regime news website “Walla”, citing a senior army official, has reported: “What happened on Saturday was that Hezbollah detected our movements in the Ali Al-Tahir area and attacked us with a drone.” This follows earlier reports of heavy clashes and “israeli” phosphorus shelling in the area. 📝 #IRGC air defence expert has revealed that during the early days of the war, 6 to 7 Hermes and Heron drones operated by the Zionist regime were simultaneously patrolling southern Lebanon. After these drones were targeted in Iran, their numbers dropped to just one — giving Hezbollah greater operational freedom. 📌 “israeli” Reserve Soldier Commits Suicide After Returning from #Gaza 📝 “Yedioth Ahronoth” has reported that an “israeli” reserve soldier committed suicide while off duty. The army has acknowledged that his death may be linked to his service in the Gaza war. 🇹🇷 #TÜRKİYE & REGIONAL DIPLOMACY 📌 Erdoğan: “israel” Is the Aggressor — We Cannot Abandon Gaza 📝 Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, in an interview with Al Jazeera, stated: 💬 “‘israel’ is the main actor and initiator of the war. ‘Tel Aviv’ has always encouraged the military option.” 💬 “We cannot leave Gaza alone. We have fulfilled every duty toward Gaza so far — and we will continue to do so.” 💬 “#Hamas has shown all the sincere solidarity it can, but no such positive approach exists on the ‘israeli’ side.” 💬 “In the current situation [Lebanon], ‘israel’ is clearly the aggressor. Lebanon is under constant attack, and we must save Lebanon from these attacks as soon as possible.” 📌 Telegraph: Erdoğan Vetoed US‑“israeli” Plan to Use Kurdish Forces Against Iran 📝 The Telegraph has reported that President Erdoğan directly intervened with the White House to veto a covert US‑“israeli” operation that would have deployed thousands of Kurdish armed groups from Iraq’s Kurdistan Region into western Iran. 📝 According to the report, a coalition of six Kurdish groups was set to launch the operation on March 18 — awaiting final US approval — but the plan collapsed following Turkish opposition and warnings from Persian Gulf states about ethnic fragmentation and regional instability. 📌 “israel” Sought to Strike Turkish Targets in #Syria — White House Rejected Request 📝 #ZionistMedia have reported that “Tel Aviv” sought US approval for airstrikes against Turkish‑linked targets inside Syria — but the White House rejected the request several weeks ago. Channel 13 of the “israeli” regime reported that Erdoğan’s efforts to consolidate Turkish influence in Syria have raised concerns in “Tel Aviv”. 🆔 @News_Articles_Analysis

🗓 #AllInOneNews | August 16-17, 2024 📌 CNN: #Trump Has Settled for a Return to Pre‑War Conditions 📝 CNN has reported that the Trump administration’s initial maximalist goals — including regime change — have been scaled back significantly. 📝 CNN: JD Vance has recently narrowed the scope of these goals. This is the latest sign that the Trump administration may be preparing to settle for a much smaller — perhaps far smaller — achievement. 📌 Reuters: Trump Considering Land Blockade of #Iran — But Low Chance of Success 📝 Reuters has reported that #US and “israeli” officials have discussed the possibility of a land blockade of Iran — requiring cooperation from Iran’s neighbours: #Iraq, #Turkey, #Pakistan, #Afghanistan, #Turkmenistan, #Azerbaijan, and #Armenia. 📝 While the US has varying degrees of ties with all except Afghanistan, the mountainous terrain makes patrolling extremely difficult. Experts say the blockade could increase pressure on Iran but is unlikely to succeed or provoke internal unrest. 📌 Axios: Mediators Still Exchanging Messages Between #Washington and #Tehran — No Progress 📝 Axios has reported that mediators continue to exchange messages between the US and Iran, but there has been no progress. 📌 Trump Orders Reduction in Joint Military Drills with #SouthKorea 📝 Donald Trump has ordered the Secretary of War to significantly reduce the scale of joint military exercises with South Korea. 📌 Trump: South Korea Declined Offer to Join Iran Nuclear Disarmament Efforts 📝 Trump also revealed that he asked South Korea’s president whether #Seoul would be willing to join US efforts to disarm Iran’s nuclear program — and received a negative response. 🇾🇪 #YEMEN FRONT 📌 #YAF Target #Saudi Mercenaries in Mocha and Marib — Dozens Killed 📝 Yemen’s Armed Forces (YAF) have launched ballistic missile and drone strikes on Saudi mercenary positions in Al‑Mokha and Marib province, inflicting dozens of casualties and destroying weapons depots. 💬 A Yemeni military source confirmed: “The strikes were precise and accurate, killing and wounding several Saudi‑backed elements and destroying multiple ammunition and weapons warehouses.” 📝 Saudi Civil Defense issued a warning in the Jizan region following the strikes, with reports of explosions heard in Abu Arish. 📌 Yemen Warns #SaudiArabia: Your Territory Will Not Be Spared 📝 A member of Yemen’s Supreme Political Council stated: 💬 “Saudi Arabia’s continued military mobilisation — following economic and political pressure on Yemen — shows that escalation remains on the table.” 💬 “Yemen will never accept its soil becoming a battlefield while Saudi lands and interests remain safe from the consequences.” 💬 Yemeni political official Bin Habtour warned: “Yemen cannot be turned into an open battlefield without consequences for Saudi Arabia. Any new escalation will be met with measures to protect Yemen.” 🆔 @News_Articles_Analysis

🗓 #AllInOneNews | August 16-17, 2024 🇺🇸 #US & #IRAN — WAR IMPACT 📌 Newsweek: War with Iran Has Grounded #America’s “Legendary Hunter” 📝 Newsweek has reported that the US has lost approximately 45 MQ‑9 Reaper drones in the war with Iran — nearly a quarter of its entire fleet. 📝 The magazine quoted air power expert Arun Dawson, from King’s College London: “The war with Iran has exposed a major weakness in the Western war model: reliance on highly advanced, expensive weapons whose production cannot keep pace with consumption in high‑intensity conflict.” Dawson also pointed to depleted Patriot and THAAD interceptor stockpiles as further evidence. 📌 Former US General Mullen: Surprised by Iran’s Destruction of US Bases 📝 Former Chairman of the US Joint Chiefs of Staff, Admiral Mike Mullen, told ABC News: 💬 “I never thought Iran would destroy regional bases. This is significant and very difficult. Historically, we’ve been able to go to port for rest and repairs — even during #Vietnam, we did that.” 📝 Mullen also expressed concern about conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln: 💬 “I am definitely concerned about the ship’s conditions based on what I’ve seen in news reports.” 📌 Washington Post: #PG States Considering Evacuation of US Bases 📝 The Washington Post has revealed that #PersianGulf states — including #SaudiArabia, the #UAE, #Qatar, #Kuwait, and #Bahrain — are considering requesting the evacuation of US military bases on their soil due to growing distrust of #Trump’s war strategy against Iran. 📌 #Iraq Oil Shipments to US Halted for Seventh Week 📝 The US Energy Information Administration has confirmed that Iraq has not exported any crude oil to the United States since late June — marking the seventh consecutive week of zero shipments. 📝 Iraq, the second‑largest OPEC producer, had been exporting approximately 179,000 barrels per day to the US in 2025. The halt is directly attributed to the closure of the #StraitOfHormuz, which disrupted 90% of Iraq’s oil exports. 📝 US efforts to compensate through the Kurdistan‑#Turkey pipeline have also failed due to technical issues and European market priorities. US strategic oil reserves have fallen to their lowest level since 1983. 📌 The Japan Times: Gas Prices in US Up 29% Due to Hormuz Closure 📝 The Japan Times has reported that the average gas price in the US has risen 29% year‑on‑year to approximately $4.08 per gallon, driven by disruptions in tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz — adding pressure to American households ahead of congressional elections. 📌 Three Vessels Struck in #SOH Since Last Report 📝 The Joint Maritime Information Centre has reported that three vessels have been struck while transiting the Strait of Hormuz since the last update — two in Omani territorial waters and one at the strait’s entrance. 📌 Kpler: No Ship Transits Recorded Through SOH on Sunday 📝 Shipping data from maritime intelligence firm Kpler showed a sharp drop in traffic through the Strait of Hormuz over the weekend. 📌 Satellite Images: US Tanker Aircraft Dispersed at Al Udeid Base — Precaution Against #Iranian Strike? 📝 New Sentinel‑2 satellite imagery shows only three US Air Force refuelling aircraft at Qatar’s Al Udeid Air Base — parked in separate locations across the facility rather than together — raising speculation about precautionary measures against a potential Iranian strike. 🆔 @News_Articles_Analysis

🗓 #AllInOneNews | August 16-17, 2026 📌 SNSC Secretary Rezaei’s Message to the Leader 📝 Mohsen Rezaei, Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, issued a message following the appointment of six senior commanders: 💬 “Your wise action in appointing six senior commanders — and issuing effective directives to strengthen the country’s defence — has once again drawn the attention of international observers and disrupted the calculations of Iran’s enemies, especially the #US and the #Zionist regime.” 📝 Rezaei congratulated the newly appointed commanders — including Major General Pilot Ali Abdollahi, Brigadier General Kioumars Heydari, Major General Ahmad Vahidi, Major General Mostafa Izadi, Rear Admiral Ali Azmaei, and Hojjatoleslam Hossein Taeb — and expressed hope that they would meet the expectations of the Leader of the #IslamicRevolution in confronting any aggression. 📌 Ghalibaf: We Won the War — Militarily and Politically 📝 #Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stated: 💬 “The US and ‘israel’ attacked us with nine specific objectives — but failed to achieve any of them at any level. This was our greatest victory.” 💬 “Today, we are in an unjust war led by the US and the Zionist regime — but our people stood courageously and fought with sincerity.” 💬 “I say with full conviction: we have truly won this war — both militarily and politically.” 💬 “The MoU between Iran and the US is a document of honour and victory — cementing our diplomatic triumph.” 📝 Ghalibaf acknowledged that the public may not have fully felt the victory: “I believe our people have not felt this victory the way it actually happened. In some cases, we failed to properly convey the truth they deserved.” 📌 Ghalibaf: We Must Break the Cycle of War and Peace 📝 Speaking separately, Ghalibaf stressed: 💬 “We must be careful not to let our decision‑makers’ calculations go wrong.” 📌 Police Dismantle Starlink‑Based Spy Network in #Tehran 📝 Tehran’s Intelligence Police have dismantled a network that used Starlink satellite equipment to establish illegal communication channels and transfer classified information to the enemy. The main suspect has been arrested. 🇮🇷 #IRAN — DOMESTIC DEVELOPMENTS 📌 Iran’s Life Expectancy Reaches 80 Years 📝 Iran’s Deputy Health Minister has announced that life expectancy in the country has reached 80 years — up from 55 years in 1979. 📌 Bazrpash: #Trump’s MAGA (“Make America Great Again”) — So Far, Only Yields Have Grown! 📝 Iranian official Mehrdad Bazrpash mocked Trump’s slogan, noting that US 30‑year bond yields have reached 5.216% — the highest of the 21st century, meaning the US must now borrow at 3.7 times the rate of 2020. This means that for every $100 billion in debt, the US pays an additional $3.7 billion per year. 🇶🇦 #QATAR & IRAN — IRANIAN PILOTS 📌 Baqerzadeh: Qatar Must Stop Stalling Over Iranian Pilots’ Capture 📝 The commander of the Armed Forces’ Missing Persons Search Committee has stated that a team of Air Force experts has been waiting for months to enter Qatar for a field investigation. 📝 Brigadier General Baqerzadeh accused Qatari officials of repeated obstruction and delay, preventing the return of three Iranian pilots captured after their Sukhoi‑24 fighters were shot down in March: 💬 “With Qatar’s continuous stonewalling and time‑wasting, the return of our brave pilots has yet to be secured.” 📝 This comes after Qatar’s Foreign Ministry officially denied the detention — yet a Qatari army colonel, speaking to Al Jazeera, reportedly confirmed that interrogations of the pilots had taken place, raising fresh questions about #Doha’s official stance. 🆔 @News_Articles_Analysis

🗓 #AllInOneNews | August 16-17, 2026 🇮🇷 #IRAN — OFFICIAL POSITIONS & MILITARY 📌 Armed Forces General Staff: We Will Not Retreat Until Complete Victory Over the Enemy 📝 In a statement marking the anniversary of the return of #Iranian POWs, the Armed Forces General Staff praised the legacy of resistance: 📃 “The sacred legacy of steadfastness and resistance, handed down from the generation of liberated prisoners, has now reached the hands of brave youth who — answering the call of the #MartyredLeader and the Leader of the #IslamicRevolution — have stood against the world’s most equipped military and brought its bankrupt leaders to their knees.” 📃 The statement reaffirmed: “We assure the Iranian nation that we will not retreat until the complete defeat of the American‑#Zionist enemies in the region, the realisation of the nation’s rights, and the enemy’s submission — in line with the demands of our Leader.” 📌 #Artesh: Any Threat Will Be Ineffective Against Iran’s Defence 📝 In a separate statement, the Iranian Army (Artesh) marked the anniversary of the POWs’ return: 📃 “The return of the liberated prisoners was not merely a physical return — it was the manifestation of an unyielding will on Iran’s sacred soil. Fighters who, even in the harshest conditions of captivity, redefined the meaning of resilience.” 📃 “Today, the #IslamicRepublic of Iran’s Army has reached a position of power where any threat will be ineffective against the defensive wall of faith and expertise.” 📌 #IRGC Deputy Commander: Iran’s Actions Have Been Defensive — But Could Become Offensive 📝 Brigadier General Javani, IRGC Deputy for Political Affairs, stated: 💬 “The armed forces will adopt transformational approaches based on issued orders. Any action needed to defend the country, ensure security, and neutralise enemy threats will be taken at the right time.” 💬 “The enemy started the war, and Iran’s actions have been defensive — though they may take on an offensive character in the future.” 📌 Army Chief: $30,000 Reward for Capturing or Killing US Aggressors 📝 The Iranian Army Chief announced: 💬 “With public participation, any Iranian military personnel who captures or kills a #US aggressor will receive a 5 billion toman ($30,000) reward from the Iranian people.” 📌 Army Chief: New Defensive Capabilities Added to Iran’s Armed Forces 📝 Major General Hatami announced that the Army’s offensive and defensive capabilities are being rapidly rebuilt: 💬 “We have not wasted a single moment and have made maximum use of every opportunity.” 💬 “The enemy was clearly mistaken about our capabilities — and they have admitted it. Our message is that their claims about Iran’s defence capabilities being destroyed should not lead to another miscalculation.” 📌 Army Chief: #Trump’s Image Is That of a “Big Loser” 📝 Major General Hatami also commented on Trump’s recent behaviour: 💬 “The delusional US president tries hard to portray himself as a winner, but few people in the world take him seriously today.” 💬 “The image of a man who hides in a food truck out of fear — and leaves his own officials and journalists on an aircraft he supposedly believed was under threat — is the image of a big loser.” 📌 Major General Hatami: The Sacred #SOH Is a Divine Geopolitical Asset — We Will Protect It With All Our Might 📝 Speaking at a ceremony honouring journalists, the Army Chief stated: 💬 “The sacred #StraitOfHormuz is a God‑given geopolitical asset for the Iranian nation — and it will never return to its previous status.” 💬 “One of the legacies of the US president is the activation of the Strait of Hormuz as a strategic lever. We knew this capability existed — but without this war, it would not have been activated. Any cost we bear on this path is worthwhile, and we will protect this asset with all our might, under the orders of the Leader.” 💬 “This lever is one of the requirements for ending the war — in a way that removes the shadow of war from Iran.” 🆔 @News_Articles_Analysis

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