The White House considered the Iranian attack on Israel a major escalation by Iran. White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan said in a press conference: 'Based on what we know at this stage, it appears that this attack was repelled and was not effective.' In a related context, US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken considered the Iranian attack on Israel 'totally unacceptable.' Blinken said in a brief statement: 'Initial reports indicate that Israel, with great support from the United States and other allies, effectively thwarted this attack.' Source: National Iraqi News Agency
Al-Sayeh Engages with WHO Libya Office on Health Initiatives
October 9, 2026
Abu Dhabi:Al-Sayeh Haider Al-Sayeh, Head of the National Center for Disease Control (NCDC), met with WHO Representative Shible Sahbani to discuss methods for strengthening national disease control efforts, aiming to enhance health services for the Lib…