MIDEASTREAM
Paper state politics
Nawaf Salam treats Lebanon like a lab, not a war‑scarred fragile state.
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PALESTINE
Press TV correspondent injured by Israeli rubber bullets in West Bank live coverage
A Press TV correspondent in the occupied West Bank was injured after Israeli forces fired rubber bullets while she was reporting live from a refugee camp.
PALESTINE
'We will never leave all of Gaza': Israel's war minister signals permanent occupation
In a clear violation of the ceasefire with Hamas, Israel’s war minister says the occupying regime will maintain a permanent presence in Gaza.
HUMAN RIGHTS
Greta Thunberg arrested at London protest supporting Palestine Action hunger strikers
The Swedish climate activist was detained on Tuesday as she was holding a placard reading, “I support the Palestine Action prisoners. I oppose genocide.”
FOREIGN POLICY
Trump’s travel ban 2.0: Sweeping racism and Islamophobia masquerading as security
Trump has expanded the US travel ban from 19 to 39 countries, targeting African, Muslim and Palestinian travelers, barring millions, separating families, and drawing condemnation.
ECONOMY
The expanding footprint of Iran’s citrus industry
Iran’s citrus sector produces over 6 million tonnes annually, with diverse varieties from Mazandaran to Hormozgan driving strong global exports.
POLITICS
Russia backs Iran’s stance, rejects including missiles in nuclear talks
Russia has warned that any attempt to broaden talks with Iran beyond its nuclear program would render negotiations “unrealistic.”
PALESTINE
Israeli arms manufacturers boast about products after Gaza genocide
Israeli weapons manufacturers boast about their products at a recent military technology conference in Tel Aviv after the Gaza genocidal war.
IN-DEPTH
French MP calls for inquiry into Paris arms transfers to Israel
A French MP has proposed a parliamentary inquiry into France's arms transfers to Israel amid accusations of complicity in the Gaza conflict.
MILITARY
US boat strike kills another person in eastern Pacific
A US boat strike kills another individual in the Pacific, as Washington escalates pressure on Venezuela.
NEWS HEADLINES
Press TV's news headlines
Here are Press TV's latest top stories at 09:00 GMT on December 23, 2025.
PALESTINE
Pro-Israel group names Tucker Carlson ‘Antisemite of the Year’ over genocide criticism
American pro-Israeli advocacy group targets political commentator and journalist Tucker Carlson for his public opposition to the Israeli regime’s war of genocide on Gaza and criticism of pro-Israeli lobbying in the US.
SUDAN
Sudan’s PM urges UNSC to endorse initiative to end war
Sudan’s prime minister has called on the UN to support his ceasefire plan to end the country’s devastating war.
PALESTINE
Palestinian women beaten, humiliated in Israeli prison: Rights group
Palestinian women have been beaten and humiliated at Damon Prison in the northern part of the Israeli-occupied territories, a Palestinian prisoners’ rights group says.
IRAN FIRST
Explainer: 15 seconds that save lives: Inside Iran’s world-first cancer surgery breakthrough
In a world first, an Iranian-made Cancer Diagnostic Probe detects residual breast cancer within 15 seconds during surgery, showcasing metabolic innovation, high clinical accuracy, and healthcare self-reliance.
REPORTS
London Jewish bloc holds Hanukkah action for Palestinian liberation
Hundreds of anti-Zionist Jews have gathered in central London to hold a special Hanukkah service to demand freedom and justice for the Palestinian people.
PALESTINE
Israel kills two Palestinians in Gaza City amid repeated ceasefire violations
Israeli forces kill at least two Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, amid reports of repeated violations of a ceasefire agreement, according to Palestinian officials.
PALESTINE
US House Democrats call for ‘maximum pressure’ on Israel over Gaza truce violations
Dozens of US House Democrats urge the White House to exert “maximum diplomatic pressure” on the Israeli regime to halt its near-daily violations of a ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip.
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