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Iran has reinforced military supervision of the Strait of Hormuz in response to ongoing US maritime piracy and restrictions on Iranian vessels, declaring that navigation will remain tightly controlled until the US fully lifts its sanctions.
Iran warned that maritime navigation through the Strait of Hormuz will not continue under US blockade and pressure, emphasizing passage depends on Iran-approved routes. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf criticized US statements and stressed Washington’s failure in achieving its goals via war or negotiations.
Israeli police prevented Sheikh Ekrima Sabri, the preacher of Al-Aqsa Mosque, from entering the compound for Friday prayers, drawing strong condemnation from Islamic authorities in occupied Jerusalem. The action lacked legal justification and follows strict administrative measures imposed on him by Israeli authorities for nearly two years.
US Vice President claims more humanitarian aid enters Gaza than in the past five years, while Palestinians confirm Israeli restrictions persist despite the ceasefire. Gaza’s Government Media Office refutes these claims and highlights ongoing Israeli violations.
April 17 marks Palestinian Prisoners’ Day, highlighting thousands of Palestinian detainees held in Israeli prisons amid concerns over a new death penalty law targeting Palestinians. Reports document increased arrests, widespread torture, and harsh detention conditions, alongside international campaigns demanding the release of Palestinian hostages.
France rejected a visa for Shahwan Jabarin, Director-General of Al-Haq, scheduled to address the European Parliament’s human rights committee, which Al-Haq described as undermining efforts for accountability and Palestinian rights advocacy.
The US Senate on Wednesday blocked two resolutions to stop $450 million in arms sales to Israel amid ongoing attacks in Gaza, Lebanon, and Iran, led by Senator Bernie Sanders. The measures failed by majority votes, while Sanders criticized continued support for Israel and its military operations using the sold weapons.
Israel appointed its first ambassador to Somaliland after being the first country to officially recognize the breakaway region from Somalia. This move was met with condemnation from Somalia’s government and several African and Muslim countries.
French lawmakers dismissed a public petition with over 700,000 signatures demanding withdrawal of a contentious antisemitism bill. The bill, expanding the definition of antisemitism, is set for debate in the National Assembly amid strong opposition criticism.
The Israeli embassy in Poland condemned Polish MP Konrad Berkowicz for displaying a modified Israeli flag with a swastika in parliament as a protest against Israel’s actions. Berkowicz responded accusing Israel of genocide and military aggression in the region.
