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ISIS Seeks to Divert Quds Intifada

The Mufti of Quds says ISIS is a Zionist tool.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Mufti of Quds and the Al-Aqsa Mosque speaker, Sheikh Mohammed Hussein, warned that ISIS's hidden hands are trying to divert the Palestinian nation's intifada from its route.

According to one Palestinian news agency, the Mufti emphasized that ISIS was created by Western powers. Sheikh Mohammed Hussein said ISIS is no Islamic group, but its followers are criminals who have lost their way and Israel, America and Britain have fabricated it.

Untold Stories of Nechirvan Barzani`s Life

The Barzani clan indulge in extravagances while salaries of government employees are delayed for months at a time.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Nechervan Idris Barzani, son of the prime minister of Iraqi Kurdistan and head of the charity and welfare institute “Rwanga foundation”, recently invited his favorite American singer to perform a concert in “Hariri” hall.

He is said to have paid $650K to the American singer for this 3 hour concert which caused controversy and stirred public discontent among the people in Kurdistan.

British and US Military `In Command Room` for Saudi Strikes on Yemen

"Crucial questions remain unanswered" - The Guardian

(LONDON) - A Saudi Arabian foreign minister has revealed that UK and American officials have access to lists of targets, but do not choose them.

“British and American military officials are in the command and control center for Saudi airstrikes on Yemen, and have access to lists of targets, although they do not play any role in choosing them.

Arab Coalition Leaders` Paradoxical Statements Back in the Media Once Again

Former Yemeni President denies asking for Saudi-led military intervention.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Despite what the Arabic coalition forces spokesman Brig Ahmed Asiri stated regarding Hadi’s request to start the Saudi military intervention in Yemen, former Yemeni President Abed Rabbo Mansour Hadi said he was surprised at the launching of the Saudi-led Arabic coalition military operation in Yemen as he was leaving the country.

As Hadi was flying out, the Ansar Allah movement forces were arriving in Aden.

Turkish Interests Impact Kyrgyzstan`s Future Through Education

The Turks have long-term goals in Kyrgyzstan and the effects of their influence will show, not now but over time.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Turkish interests are penetrating different countries like Kyrgyzstan through religious educational institutions in order to train for a generation of Turkish-wing officials.

The main penetrating branches of Turkish government in Kyrgyzstan are the institutes of “Service”, followers of Fethullah Gülen, “Noor Jyar”, Turkish followers of Saeed Norsi and “Suleiman Chylar”.

Former Al Jazeera English Bureau Chief Reveals Doha`s Domestic Troubles

New York Times article sheds light on severe and flagrant violations of law.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Mohamed Fahmy, an Egyptian-Canadian journalist who was the Cairo bureau chief for Al Jazeera English revealed new aspects of Doha's Domestic Troubles representing oppression in political freedom and divisions within al-Thani family itself, in a New York Times Opinion Pages article titled, Doha's Domestic Troubles.

Qataris who seek greater freedom of expression and more democracy in their oil-rich nation face disappointment, and perhaps worse.

Saudi Arabia Continues Beating Drums of War in Yemen

Political analysts say recent statements illustrate divisions in the ruling family of Saudi Arabia.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Arabic coalition forces spokesman, Brigadier General Ahmed Asiri recently said that control of the city of Taiz will return to the pro-Abed Rabbo Mansour Hadi forces, adding that it would happen within two months.

Asiri's remarks were considered irresponsible by political insiders in Yemen who say his words show lack of political will in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to resolve the crisis in Yemen by peaceful means and through peace talks.

Al-Quds Intifada has Paralyzed Israeli Economy

Published figures show that tourism in Israel has declined steadily over the past two years, and that interest in tourism takes a further downturn during times of violent and intense conflict.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The latest figures published by the Israel Hotels Association (IHA) show that the number of tourists in October dropped 21% from the same time last year.

According to the Tel Aviv Times, figures published by the IHA indicates that the decline in Israel's foreign tourism is directly related to problems involving security.

ISIS Interactions With US in Syria Operations

American strategists are making key decisions that are helping eliminate ISIS forces while simultaneously gaining support in eastern parts of Syria.

(SALEM, Ore.) - According to a commander with the Free Syrian Army who declined to be named, ISIS leaders have been interacting with US forces, who have agreed to hand over some of strategic cities occupied by ISIS to forces backed by the United States in exchange for not targeting their families with the coalition aircraft.

One example is the strategic town of al-Hawl in the Hasakah province which is located near the Iraqi border and occupied by ISIS.

Criminal Tendencies of Masrur Barzani, Son of Kurdish President

One story about Masrour Barzani that has mostly stayed off the radar, involves a failed relationship with a 19-year-old girl who was murdered in October 2012.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Masrur Barzani, son of Iraqi Kurdish leader Masoud Barzani, may fill his father's role someday, even though he is a criminal in nations like Austria where he has been charged with Murder.

Human rights organizations say the spy agency he runs is ruthless and known for things like torture and suppressing journalists.