Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi stressed: "Iran's attack on the Zionist entity is a legitimate defense within the United Nations charters." Araqchi said in a press conference in Beirut, which he arrived this morning: "We targeted only the military sites of the Zionist entity, and we will respond to any Zionist attack in a stronger and thoughtful manner." He added: "The Lebanese people will emerge victorious, and my presence in Beirut is evidence of Iran's support and standing with Lebanon and its people." He continued: "Our consultations are continuing with other countries to reach a ceasefire, provided that the rights of the Lebanese are taken into account." Source: National Iraqi News Agency
Libya’s Path to Unity: EU Urges Consensus for National Elections
August 25, 2026
Tripoli: All parties in Libya must put aside their factional interests to achieve common national goals. The Head of the European Union Delegation to Libya, Nicola Orlando, affirmed that broad consensus on the High National Elections Commission and th…