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Shafaq News
15-07-2025
- Politics
- Shafaq News
US condemns drone strikes on oil fields in Iraq
Shafaq News – Baghdad The United States on Tuesday condemned a string of recent drone attacks targeting vital oil infrastructure across Iraq, including strikes on two oil fields in the Kurdistan Region over the past 48 hours. In a statement issued by the US Embassy in Baghdad, Washington denounced the July 14 and July 15 drone attacks on the Khurmala and Sarsang oil fields as 'unacceptable,' calling on the Iraqi government to prevent such acts and hold those responsible accountable. 'These attacks undermine Iraq's sovereignty and hurt Iraq's efforts to attract foreign investment,' the embassy said, urging authorities in Baghdad to exercise control over armed actors operating within the country. The United States condemns the recent drone attacks throughout Iraq, including the July 14 and July 15 drone attacks on critical infrastructure at the Khormala and Sarsang oil fields in the Iraqi Kurdistan Region. The Government of Iraq must exercise its authority to prevent… — U.S. Embassy Baghdad (@USEmbBaghdad) July 15, 2025 At approximately 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, a drone strike hit a production facility at the Sarsang oil field in the Chamanke (Jamanki) subdistrict of Amedi district, Duhok province. The blast ignited a fire and forced operator HKN Energy to suspend all operations at the site. No casualties were reported. Emergency teams have been deployed to contain the fire, while the cause of the explosion remains under investigation. The Kurdistan Region's Ministry of Natural Resources confirmed the attack was carried out using a drone, labeling it 'an act of terrorism against the Kurdistan Region's vital economic infrastructure.' Later on Tuesday morning, another drone crash was reported in the Takiyya subdistrict of Sulaymaniyah province. According to a security source, the unmanned aerial vehicle went down near the Xendan (Khanadan) area, causing a powerful explosion and visible smoke. Less than 24 hours before these two incidents, two explosive-laden drones targeted the Khurmala oil field in Erbil province. The attack damaged water pipelines but caused no injuries.
Roya News
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Roya News
Houthi ship attack releases 17k tons of ammonium nitrate into Red Sea: US Embassy
The United States on Sunday accused Yemen's Houthi group of deliberately sinking the commercial ship MV Rubymar (also known as Magic Seas), resulting in the release of 17,000 metric tons of ammonium nitrate into the Red Sea, an act Washington warns could severely disrupt marine life and trigger mass extinction across the food chain. In a statement posted on X, the US Embassy in Yemen called the Houthis' actions 'reckless,' warning the chemical spill could 'disrupt fish reproduction and cause mass extinction across the marine food chain.' هجمات الحوثيين المتهورة على السفن لا تعكس أي اهتمام بالأسر اليمنية والبيئة. #USAwithYemen — U.S. Embassy Yemen السفارة الأمريكية لدى اليمن (@USEmbassyYemen) July 13, 2025 'The Houthis deliberately sank the ship, ignoring the devastating consequences for Yemeni families, trade, and the fishing industry,' the embassy said. The group has not responded publicly to the allegations. The British Embassy in Yemen also condemned what it called 'unprovoked Houthi attacks' on two Liberian-flagged, Greek-operated cargo vessels, Magic Seas and MV Eternity C. The UK said both ships were sunk, with at least four crew members confirmed dead and others still missing. It called on the Houthis to immediately and unconditionally release all remaining crew of Eternity C. The Houthi group claimed responsibility for targeting and sinking both ships last week, alleging they were headed to 'Israeli' ports. Houthi leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi reaffirmed Thursday that his forces would continue blocking maritime traffic to and from 'Israeli' ports in the Red Sea, Arabian Sea, and Gulf of Aden, as long as the war on Gaza persists. The attacks are part of the Houthis' broader campaign to retaliate against 'Israel's' offensive in Gaza, targeting vessels linked to or heading toward 'Israel' in what they describe as support for Palestinians.
The Independent
05-07-2025
- The Independent
Visitors victimised in latest overtourism protests
A protest against gentrification and mass tourism in Mexico City escalated into violence on Friday, with masked individuals smashing storefronts and harassing foreigners in popular areas. Demonstrators, some of whom screamed at tourists, later moved to the U.S. Embassy, where graffiti reading "get out of Mexico" was seen on shattered glass. The unrest stems from rising tensions over an influx of American "digital nomads" since 2020, which has caused rents to soar and displaced local residents. Police reinforcements were deployed around the U.S. Embassy as sirens sounded in the city centre following the escalation of the protest. This incident reflects a growing trend of anti-tourism protests in major cities worldwide, including European capitals, where record numbers of visitors are straining local resources.
LBCI
23-05-2025
- Politics
- LBCI
US Embassy in Beirut to close on May 26 for Memorial Day
The U.S. Embassy in Beirut announced in a post on X that it will be closed on Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day. السفارة الأميركية في بيروت ستكون مغلقة يوم الاثنين 26 أيار بمناسبة يوم الذكرى — U.S. Embassy Beirut (@usembassybeirut) May 23, 2025
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Business Standard
08-05-2025
- Politics
- Business Standard
US Secretary of State urges India, Pak to de-escalate amid rising tensions
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged India and Pakistan to de-escalate tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack, stressing the need for dialogue and decisive action against terrorism US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke separately with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday (8 May), urging both countries to de-escalate tensions in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack. A statement from the US State Department said Rubio emphasised the need for immediate de-escalation and reaffirmed Washington's support for direct dialogue between India and Pakistan. Secretary Marco Rubio spoke today with Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. The Secretary emphasized the need for immediate de-escalation. He expressed U.S. support for direct dialogue between India and Pakistan. Read full readout here: — U.S. Embassy Islamabad (@usembislamabad) May 8, 2025 Focus on terrorism and regional stability US State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce stated, 'The Secretary emphasised the need for immediate de-escalation.' She added that Rubio called on Pakistan to take 'concrete steps' to halt support for terrorist groups. Solidarity with India after Pahalgam Attack In his conversation with Jaishankar, Rubio expressed condolences over the 22 April terrorist attack in Pahalgam, which killed 26 civilians. 'Rubio reiterated his condolences for the horrific terrorist attack in Pahalgam and reaffirmed the United States' commitment to work with India in the fight against terrorism,' the statement said. Jaishankar later posted on X, confirming the conversation: 'Spoke with US @SecRubio this evening. Deeply appreciate US commitment to work with India in the fight against terrorism.' He added: 'Underlined India's targeted and measured response to cross-border terrorism. Will firmly counter any attempts at escalation.' Rubio urges Pakistan to act against terror groups In his separate call with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Rubio reiterated the need to reduce tensions. He urged Pakistan to take decisive action against terrorist organisations operating from its territory. Operation Sindoor These diplomatic engagements follow India's military operation—Operation Sindoor—which targeted terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in response to the Pahalgam attack. In further escalation, Pakistan carried out indiscriminate shelling in border areas, escalating tensions along the Line of Control.
