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  • Pakistan, World Leaders Condemn Israel’s Doha Attack as Sovereignty Violation

    Pakistan, World Leaders Condemn Israel’s Doha Attack as Sovereignty Violation

    A blast rocked Doha, Qatar, on September 9, 2025, with smoke billowing from the scene. Multiple loud explosions were reported, causing widespread alarm.

    Qatar has denounced the airstrike as reckless and illegal, condemning it as a dangerous provocation that threatens regional peace. Saudi Arabia issued a stern warning about severe consequences across the region, while Turkey accused Israel of pursuing expansionist policies.

    Pakistan issued a strong condemnation of Israel’s targeted strike against Hamas leaders in Doha, labeling it a “grave provocation” that jeopardizes stability. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, via X (formerly Twitter), called the attack “illegal and heinous,” criticizing the strike on a residential area that risked innocent lives.

    He emphasized that Israel’s actions are a clear violation of Qatar’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, and warn of potential regional destabilization. Pakistan also voiced support for Qatar’s leadership and expressed solidarity with the Palestinian people against Israeli aggression.

    Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar described the attack as “reprehensible” and a stark breach of international law, reaffirming Pakistan’s unwavering support for Qatar and Palestine during this crisis.

    Israel confirmed responsibility for the strike through Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who stated: “Israel initiated it, conducted it, and takes full responsibility.” Qatar, which hosts Hamas’s political base, strongly condemned the strike, calling it a “cowardly” act and a blatant violation of international norms that threatens the safety of Qataris and residents.

    Qatar’s Foreign Ministry criticized the attack as a serious breach of international law. Spokesperson Majed Al Ansari declared that Qatar “will not tolerate this reckless Israeli behavior.”

    Global leaders also expressed concern. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called it a “flagrant violation of sovereignty” and urged all parties to pursue a durable ceasefire.

    Saudi Arabia condemned Israel’s actions sharply, warning of grave regional consequences. The kingdom’s foreign ministry condemned the attack as a “flagrant violation” of Qatar’s sovereignty and international law, emphasizing the potential for disastrous outcomes.

    The Pope highlighted the seriousness of the situation, while Saudi officials described the strike as “brutal aggression” with far-reaching regional repercussions. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun linked the attack to Israel’s ongoing series of aggressions, and Iran called it “dangerous” and a breach of international law. The UAE also condemned the action as a “cowardly escalation” and expressed solidarity with Qatar.

    Turkey criticized the targeting of Hamas delegates during ongoing ceasefire negotiations, accusing Israel of pursuing expansionist aims and using terrorism as a state policy. Iran labeled Israel’s strike on Hamas officials in Qatar as “dangerous” and legally unacceptable. Jordan and the UAE joined in condemning the Israeli airstrike in Doha.

  • One Dead, One Missing in Pennsylvania Steel Plant Blasts

    One Dead, One Missing in Pennsylvania Steel Plant Blasts

    A series of intense explosions rocked the U.S. Steel plant near Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania on Monday, resulting in one worker’s death and another missing. Ten additional individuals sustained injuries as fires and thick smoke billowed from the facility, prompting an immediate search for the missing worker.

    The blasts at Clairton Coke Works—part of a large industrial complex along the Monongahela River—occurred shortly before 11 a.m. Eastern Time (3 p.m. GMT). Fire crews engaged in fighting the fires amid plumes of heavy smoke emanating from the plant, which is operated by US Steel, a subsidiary of Nippon Steel.

    Initially, two workers were reported missing. One was located and transported to a nearby hospital, according to Allegheny County Police Assistant Superintendent Victor Joseph. The fate of the other worker remains unknown. Authorities have not yet determined the cause of the explosion.

    “Rescue operations are still underway,” Joseph stated during an afternoon briefing. He emphasized that the investigation into the incident would likely be lengthy and technically complex. David Burritt, CEO of US Steel, released a statement affirming the company’s collaboration with local officials to determine the cause of the event.

    While the exact injuries’ severity remains unclear, reports indicated that several victims were admitted to burn units at hospitals. Clairton Mayor Rich Lattanzi described the day as devastating for the city, which is located about 20 miles south of Pittsburgh and has a long history as America’s Steel City.

    US Steel has been producing steel in the region since the late 1800s. However, in recent decades, the industry has faced decline, leading to numerous plant closures and restructuring efforts. Only recently, Nippon Steel’s $14.9 billion acquisition of US Steel was finalized after an 18-month review process by U.S. authorities, which scrutinized the deal for national security concerns.

    Air quality monitors did not detect a significant increase in sulfur dioxide levels post-explosion. Nevertheless, residents within a one-mile radius of the plant were advised to stay indoors, keep windows and doors shut, set HVAC systems to recirculate air, and avoid outdoor activities, as per Allegheny County officials.

    The Clairton Coke Works stands as the largest coke manufacturing plant in the United States, with about 1,300 workers. It operates ten coke oven batteries, producing approximately 4.3 million tons of coke annually. Coke, created by heating coal at high temperatures, is a vital component used in blast furnaces during steel production.

  • David Letterman Blasts CBS for ‘ Killing’ Stephen Colbert to Please Trump

    David Letterman Blasts CBS for ‘ Killing’ Stephen Colbert to Please Trump

    دِجيتال فابلت – يهاجم ديفيد ليترمان هيئة CBS بسبب قرار طرد ستيفن كولبير وتسوية قضية ترامب.

    انضم أسطورة الكوميديا إلى غيره من برامج الليل المتأخر في انتقاد قرار CBS News بإنهاء برنامج “ذا ليت شو” بعد أكثر من ثلاثين عامًا، واصفًا المضيف ستيفن كولبير بأنه “شهيد”.

    كان ليترمان، أول مقدّم للبرنامج، قد وصف قرار الإلغاء بأنه “غير شجاع”. وكان يتحدث عن التسوية الأخيرة التي بلغت قيمتها 16 مليون دولار بين الشركة الأم لـ CBS، وهي باراماونت غلوبال، وإدارة ترامب، بالإضافة إلى خطة الشركة للاندماج مع عملاق الترفيه سكاي داينس.

    وفي حديثه مع منتجي برنامجه السابق، باربرا غاينس وماري باركلي، عبر محادثة مسجلة، أكد أن من يديرون هذه القرارات سيشعرون بالعار يومًا ما، معتبرًا أن الأمر “غير شجاع”، متمنيًا لو أن الأمر حصل معه شخصيًا.

    صرحت شركة باراماونت أن القرار كان “قرارًا ماليًا بحتًا” وليس له علاقة بأداء البرنامج أو محتواه، إلا أن ليترمان مع مؤيدين آخرين وبعض الديمقراطيين لم يكونوا راضين عن هذا التبرير.

    وفي سياق حديثه، ألقى ليترمان اللوم على “التوأم الحكائي” وهو يقصد الملياردير لاري إليسون وابنه ديفيد إليسون، اللذين سيقودان “باراماونت الجديدة” بعد أن أقر FTC بشراء سكاي داينس للشركة، والمتوقع أن ينهي الاندماج بحلول 7 أغسطس.

    وأشار ليترمان إلى أن هؤلاء “اللصوص” غير نزيهين، مؤكدًا أن الهدف هو تجنب التعامل مع الحكومة الأمريكية ومحاولة تجميل قيمة الشركة في ظل تدهور تلفزيون البث، ومعبرًا عن اعتقاده أن هؤلاء “لا يريدون مواجهة الحكومة، لذلك يطرحون الأمر على CBS لإصلاح هذا الفوضى”.