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Ayatollah Khamenei: Enemy Means Global Arrogance and its Complete Manifestation [which is] America

“The main goal of the enemies is that the Iranian nation should set aside its revolutionary ideas so as to lose its power and be devoured by the plots of several bullying countries claiming to be the global community.” ~ Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei

(TEHRAN) - Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, the leader of the Islamic Revolution, in a meeting Wednesday with thousands of Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) commanders, described the IRGC as a divine blessing and the watchful and vigilant guardian of the Islamic Revolution in internal and external issues.

Elucidating the requirements and various aspects of safeguarding the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Khamenei said: “The enemy is thinking about infiltration, particularly politico-cultural infiltration, in the vain hope of putting an end to the [Islamic] Revolution..."

Another Scandal for Erdogan Government

Turkey has been accused of facilitating foreign terrorists.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Documentation was obtained from the Abu Sayyaf camp that a key figure in ISIS was in charge of oil smuggling operations. He was killed several months ago in an attack by US forces, suggested an association between high-level officials in Turkey and the senior member of ISIS.

A senior Western official acknowledged in an interview with The Guardian: "...direct trading between Turkish officials and high-ranking members of the Islamic State is undeniable."

Glance at Major Hajj-Related Incidents in Saudi Arabia

Hajj-related tragedy claim the lives of pilgrims too often.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Every year, millions of Muslims converge on the Saudi holy cities of Mecca and Medina for the annual hajj pilgrimage, with the massive ceremonies representing a major security and logistical challenge for the kingdom's authorities.

On occasion, the hajj and events surrounding it have been marred by accidents and tragedies, such as Friday's crane collapse on the Grand Mosque in Mecca that killed 107 people.

Bennett to Lapid: If You Do Not Help, at Least Don`t Disturb

Bennett said the European Union sanctions speak of political illusion.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Israeli Education Minister Naftali Bennett's interview with Haaretz on Monday criticized Yair Lapid, the chairman of his party Atyd, because of his statements against the government in foreign policy and a request for the formation of an investigation committee on Netanyahu's foreign policy, on the issue of sanctions Europe Union against Israel.

He said if you do not want help on the eve of Netanyahu's trip to Britain, at least do not bother with unfounded criticism by the opposition and European boycotters.

UAE Likely to Pull out of Saudi-led Coalition

The enormous loss of life may have convinced UAE's authorities not to deploy any more to Yemen.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Fresh news reports suggest that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) forces in Yemen would likely pull out soon. The retreat decision could heavily shock the Saudi regime as it is known as the pillar and organizer of the campaign of aggression against the Yemeni people.

An Emirati news website has told of UAE’s decision of withdrawal from Yemeni territories.

Israel Thanks Saudi Arabia for Not Condemning Baby`s Death by Settlers

Jewish extremism in Israel is an increasing problem.

(SALEM, Ore.) - According to a major Israeli newspaper, the Maariv, the director general of Israel's Foreign Ministry Dore Gold telephoned Saudi Arabia Major General Dr. Anwar bin Majid and thanked him for lack of conviction of the Israeli settlers, in the unspeakable crime of burning Ali Aldvabshh, a nursing Palestinian baby, alive.

On July 31, 2015, up to four suspected Jewish attackers threw firebombs at two houses in the West Bank village of Duma.

Iron Dome System Deployed on the Lebanese Border in Fear of Hezbollah`s Defense

Some military analysts doubt Iron Dome system will hold up against hordes of missiles

(SALEM, Ore.) - According to FoxNews.com, Israel has deployed the Iron Dome defense system near the Lebanese border due to their fear of Hezbollah's defensive power.

In this context, Col. Yoni Saada Marom, commander of Israel’s Active Defense Air Wing, said the military drills "were not a direct reaction to recent events", though he believes Hezbollah is potentially a threat to Israel.

ISIL Declares Nominal War Against Israel

ISIL fighters condemned Hamas for its failure to implement a rigid enough interpretation of Islamic law.

(SALEM, Ore.) - ISIL terrorists have killed Muslims in Iraq and Syria over the past 5 years and it is obvious that these Takfiri terrorists depend on the support of Israel, which allows the terror killings to take place with few restrictions.

Muslims have been killed in many countries since Britain and America launched a series of wars in the Middle east, they include Syria, Iraq, Lebanon, Libya, Afghanistan and Pakistan.

Pakistan Continues to Oppose Saudi Aggression in Yemen

WikiLeaks has provided proof of Saudi involvement in Pakistani internal affairs at all levels.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The BBC, referring to a poll conducted by Buitms University in Quetta, reported that Pakistani opposition to Saudi aggression in Yemen is increasing and mentioned it as the turning approach of Pakistanis to Russia and it also evaluates future Saudi-Pakistani relations.

According to this poll, 87 percent of Pakistanis oppose the Saudi war, 84 percent of them are against Pakistan's participation in the war and more than 85% have introduced this war as Western countries' sedition.

Israeli Regime`s Ploys to Attract Migrants, Prevent Reverse Immigration

Israel has frequently invited Jewish people to migrate and stay in its settlements, exploiting international incidents and crises.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Jewish people’s migration from across the world to Israel has been a stepping stone for the establishment of Zionism, securing the regime’s existence, and the stay of Jews in the occupied lands.

An issue motivating Tel Aviv, besides maintaining the current population, is the struggle to convince other Jewish communities around the world to migrate to the Israeli territories, using some incentives as well as tricks.