Iran is facing more scrutiny over their reported number of deaths from the coronavirus; A German news outlet has suggested a much higher rate of casualties

Middle East

Report: Coronavirus Economic Impact Could Block Iran from Funding Terror

The coronavirus crisis economic impact on Iran is likely to force a substantial reduction in funding terror in the region, an INSS report said on Tuesday.

Middle East

Pro-Iran Factions in Iraq Maneuver to Topple Another PM-Designate

Pro-Iranian groups in Iraq are maneuvering to topple Prime Minister-designate Adnan al-Zurfi, who would be the third leader to be deposed in six months.

Middle East

US Oil Company in Iraq Targeted by Rockets; No Damage or Injuries Reported

Rockets target US oil company site in Iraq; This is the first time in nearly a year that US oil personnel have been targeted in southern Iraq.

Middle East

As deaths soar, Iran’s military sets up 2,000-bed Coronavirus hospital in exhibition center

Iran announced another 144 deaths on Friday as the military completed work on 2,000-bed field Coronavirus hospital in an exhibition center in the capital.

Middle East

Iraq Suspends Major News Outlet for Three Months After Contradictory Report of COVID-19 Outbreak

Iraq has suspended Reuters for three months and fined them over $20,000 USD for what Iraq claims is a false and damaging report

Middle East

Trump Warns Iran will ‘Pay Heavy Price’ if they Attack Troops in Iraq After Regime Ramps up Threats

Iran is increasing their systematic & coordinated threats against US in Iraq. Iran’s IRGC: any “small mistake” by Washington would be met with force.

Israel & Middle East

Reports Claim Iran may have Lost Nearly 15,000 People Including 17 Officials due to Coronavirus

The NCRI, in its daily update using sources on the ground in the country, stated Monday that it has evidence of over 14,200 dying of coronavirus nationwide.

Israel & Middle East

Syria Accuses Israel as ‘Hostile Targets’ Shot Down Over Homs

Syrian air defenses have intercepted "hostile targets" over the city of Homs, state news agency SANA reported on Tuesday.

Middle East

Gas Flow from Iran to Turkey Temporarily Stops After Explosion Occurs on Pipeline

An explosion occurred on a pipeline running from Iran to Turkey that has paused the flow of gas between the two countries.

Berean Review

Amir Tsarfati – Special Update: The Coronavirus in the Middle East, North America & Europe

In this special update, Amir Tsrafti is joined by Barry Stagner from CC Tustin in California, USA and Pastor Brent Harrell of CC Roma in Rome, Italy.

Israel & Middle East

A Person Dies of Coronavirus Every 10 minutes in Iran, Country’s Health Ministry says

Iran’s health ministry said that a person is dying of coronavirus every ten minutes as caseloads continue to rise and hospitals reach a breaking point.

Israel & Middle East

Satellite Images Reveal Mass Graves Being Prepared in Iran Amid Coronavirus Death Toll

Newly released satellite images reveal Iran has been preparing mass graves for victims of the Coronavirus; The Regime accused of covering up real death toll

Africa

Plague of Locusts Set to Descend Upon Middle East at Passover – Jewish State to Remain Untouched

An ‘Extremely alarming’ plague of locusts swarms forming in Horn of Africa; set to desimate Africa and the Middle East — but will skip Holy Land

Middle East

Was Iranian IRGC General ‘Siamand Mashhadani’ killed in US airstrikes?

US airstrikes carried out in Iraq just after midnight on Friday may have killed an Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps general.

Middle East

Twenty-four hours in Iraq: How the US built its case for airstrikes

“Let me be clear: The U.S. will not tolerate attacks against our people, our interests or our allies," Defense Secretary Mark Esper told reporters Thursday.

Middle East

An Unprecedented Number of Locusts Dominate Southern Iran

Reports from inside of Iran say that the number of locusts is seven-fold compared to that of 2019; The agricultural and economic ramifications are critical.

Middle East

Pentagon Warns ‘All Options on the Table’ after Americans Killed in Iraq

Defense Sec. Mark Esper warned Thursday "all options are on the table" after rocket attack in Iraq kills 3 of US-led coalition force, including 2 Americans.

Christian Persecution

Interactive TV Show Gives Iranian Christians a Voice

Through an interactive satellite TV program called “Signal,” members of the country’s underground church have the opportunity to share their stories.

Distress of Nations

Greece Claims Turkey Arms Migrants with Tear Gas, Sends Freed Prisoners to Border

Greek government releases video confirming Turkish authorities are ferrying illegal migrants to borders, arming them & using coast guard to escort by sea

Middle East

Report: Iran Arrests Man for Photographing Piles of Coronavirus Victim Bodies

Iranian Reports indicate police arrested a man this week after a video surfaced showing piles of corpses, presumably of Chinese coronavirus victims.

Middle East

Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Quds Force Commander Assassinated in Damascus

Quds Force Commander assassinated in southern Damascus on Friday; He was reportedly killed in close proximity to the IRGCC regional headquarters.

Distress of Nations

Pompeo: ICC War Crimes Probe, ‘Breathtaking Action’ by ‘Unaccountable Political Institution Masquerading’ as ‘Legal Body’

"This is a truly breathtaking action by an unaccountable political institution masquerading as a legal body," Pompeo said of ICC at a news conference.

Middle East

Russia, Turkey Agree on Ceasefire Deal for Syria’s Idlib

Turkey and Russia agreed a ceasefire deal on Thursday in Syria's Idlib region, their two leaders said after lengthy talks to contain a conflict.

Middle East

Iran’s Enriched Uranium Inventory Now Five Times Beyond the 2015 Nuclear Deal

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reported on Tuesday that Iran obtains five times more enriched uranium than the limit that was set in the 2015 Nuclear Deal

Middle East

Iran Temporarily Releases 54,000 Prisoners to Try & Stop Coronavirus from Spreading in Jails

Iran temporarily released more than 54,000 prisoners in an effort to prevent the spread of the coronavirus outbreak in the country’s overcrowded prisons.

Middle East

Two Syrian War Planes Downed as Turkey Begins Operation Against Assad

2 Syrian fighter jets were downed by Turkish fighter jets on Sunday in Syria's northwestern Idlib province, as Turkey begins a wide-scale military operation

Israel Under fire

Terror Groups PIJ, Hamas Delegations Meet with Russian Leadership: Report

Gaza Terrorist organizations, Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, reported gearing up to discuss 'risks of Trump peace plan' with Russian leadership in Moscow

Middle East

US Signs Historic Peace Deal with Taliban, Pompeo Strikes Cautious Tone

The US signed a historic peace treaty with the Taliban Saturday, aimed at ending the 18-year war in Afghanistan that began after 9/11 terrorist attacks.

Distress of Nations

Erdogan Opens the Gates: Syrian Migrants Granted Unhindered Passage to Europe; after Syria Escalation

Refugees headed towards European frontiers Friday after Turkey declared that borders had been thrown open, a response to the escalating war in Syria.

Middle East

Deputy Health Minister of Iran Tests Positive for the Coronavirus

Iran becomes serious concern in the mid-east amid their coronavirus outbreak; Reports showing Iran's deputy health minister tested positive for the virus

Israel & Middle East

Iran’s Government and Media Lied about Coronavirus Outbreak, Riots Erupt

Iranians are scared and angry as their government has been lying and their media instructed not to report on the coronavirus outbreak as it rapidly spreads.

Middle East

Saudi Air Defense System Stops an Array of Rockets from Houthis in Yemen

Houthis in Yemen fired several rockets into Saudi Arabia; Saudi's air defense system (Israeli-designed) intercepted the rockets headed towards civilians.

Middle East

Iran blacklisted by 200 member nations of Financial Action Task Force

Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has decided to return Iran to the 'blacklist' of countries involved in bankrolling & financing terror.

Anti-Semitism

German shooter reportedly wanted to ‘eliminate’ Israel, other Mideast countries

The shooter who murdered 10 in Germany on Wednesday was an extremist who reportedly said he wanted to exterminate people from Asia, North Africa & Israel.

Middle East

Rouhani: Iran will never yield to US pressure for talks

Iran will never hold talks with US under pressure, Pres. Rouhani said Sunday, adding Tehran's help was essential in establishing security in the Mid-East

Middle East

US warship seizes Iranian-designed missiles in the Arabian Sea

"The weapons seized include 150 'Dehlavieh' anti-tank guided missiles (ATGM), which are Iranian-manufactured copies of Russian Kornet ATGMs," the statement said.

Israel & Middle East

Israel Conducts Airstrikes on Iranian Targets Near Damascus – Report

Syrian air defenses downed several missiles coming across the Golan before they hit targets in the capital Damascus, Syrian state television said Thursday.

Middle East

US Announces Partial Ceasefire with Taliban Amid Truce Talks

US reached temporary ceasefire agreement with Taliban insurgents as the 2 sides negotiate truce in Afghanistan, US Sec. of Defense Mark Esper said Thursday.

Israel & Middle East

Saudi crown prince won’t meet Netanyahu; says kingdom ‘stands firmly behind Palestine’

Following Israeli media reports PM seeking pre-election meeting with Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi FM says kingdom ‘stands firmly behind Palestine’

Israel & Middle East

Israel Likely to Sign historic ‘Non-Aggression’ Agreement with Gulf States in the Near Future

Former Foreigner Minister of Qatar claims a non-aggression pact will soon be signed between Israel and the Gulf states; Morocco may also be included.

Middle East

Syrian rebels shoot down government helicopter, while counter-airstrike kills civilians, including children: reports

Syrian rebel opposition forces, which are backed by Turkey, shot down Syrian government helicopter Tuesday, killing the 2 crew members aboard; reports says

Distress of Nations

Security forces use tear gas as Lebanon protesters attempted to block confidence vote

Protesters tried to stop a confidence vote in parliament Tuesday on the new government they say fails to address demands & cannot rescue the ailing country

Middle East

Turkey says it ‘Neutralized’ over 100 Syrian Troops in Response for Attack on Outpost

Turkey said on Monday it had "neutralized" 101 Syrian regime soldiers following a bombardment which killed 5 Turkish soldiers in northwestern Syria's..

Middle East

Iran Fails to Place Satellite into Orbit, Fourth Failure in a Row

Iran succeeded in launching a new satellite into outer space, but failed to place the satellite into orbit on Sunday, according to Iranian reports.

Israel & Middle East

American Contractor Kidnapped in Afghanistan by Taliban-linked Terror Group – Report

US contractor was kidnapped by Taliban-associated militants in Afghanistan prompting a nationwide search involving the FBI and State Department - report

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Video

Bible Prophecy – Happening Now with Jack Hibbs and Jan Markell

Jan Markell of Olive Tree Ministries joins Pastor Jack to discuss apostasy in the church, the return of Christ, the nation of Israel, and much more.

Middle East

At least 38 killed in Turkey earthquake, officials say

Rescue crews in Turkey worked through Sunday to pull survivors from collapsed buildings after a magnitude 6.8 earthquake struck claiming at least 38 lives.

Middle East

Hezbollah-dominated government emerges in Lebanon for the first time since 1990

For the first time since the departure of Syrian troops from Lebanon in 1990, the latter country has a government in which only Hezbollah and its allies are represented.

Middle East

Trump, Iraqi president agree on continued US presence in Mideast country

Pres. Trump and his Iraqi counterpart agreed at a meeting on Wednesday on the need for a continued US military role in the country, the White House said.

Middle East

Officials say Yemen missile, drone attack toll rises to more than 100 dead

More than 100 people were killed and dozens wounded in a missile and drone attack blamed on Huthi rebels in central Yemen, officials said Sunday.

Canadian News

Harper misquote shows why ‘regime change’ needed in some Canadian newsrooms

Stephen Harper did not advocate military intervention in Iran, or indeed any intervention. But that made for a better story.

Middle East

Lebanon protests turn violent outside central bank

Lebanese security forces lobbed tear gas at protesters who responded with rocks outside the country's central bank Tuesday, a violent turn after demonstrators returned to the streets following a weekslong lull.

Canadian News

Trudeau Shifts Blame: Canadian Plane Victims would be Alive if Mid-East Tensions were not Escalated

Canadian PM Trudeau said 176 victims of Ukrainian jetliner shot down by iranian missile would be alive right now if tensions weren't escalated in the region

Israel & Middle East

Five rockets fired on US army base in Iraq

The attack has been described as "fierce," with one rocket landing near the gates according to the BBC, but reportedly no rocket hit the base itself.

Middle East

Trump Says he ‘Couldn’t Care Less’ if Iran agrees to Negotiate with US

US President Donald Trump said Sunday he does not care if Iran agrees to negotiate with the United States after a senior adviser earlier suggested the Islamic Republic would have no choice but to agree to talks.

Israel & Middle East

As Protests Reignite in Iran, demonstrators refuse to trample US, Israeli flags

Protesters gathered on the streets of Iran Sunday for a second day of demonstrations against the regime, prompted by the Iranian leadership’s belated admission that it accidentally downed a Ukrainian airliner last week, killing all 176 people on board.

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