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Israeli occupier attacks threaten historic Christian presence in West Bank town

In Taybeh, one of the few Palestinian communities with a Christian majority in the occupied West Bank, fears are growing that Israeli occupier attacks on farmland and property could push more families to emigrate, threatening the town’s demographic character and historic Christian presence. Local officials and clergy warned of the impact of rising violence by Israeli occupiers, which has coincided with worsening living and economic conditions in the town. Taybeh, east of Ramallah, is one of the few Palestinian towns in the West Bank that still has a Christian majority, according to church and local accounts. Residents say the town’s Christian roots go back thousands of years. Residents say the attacks have deepened fears in the town, even as they stress their determination to remain on their land. Also Read: Pakistan raises red flag over illegal settlements in West Bank, calls for Israel accountability In recent years, Israeli occupiers have established several ill...

Turkey reaffirms Lefkosa projects commitment to Northern Cyprus

Türkiye’s Transport and Infrastructure Minister Abdulkadir Uraloglu met with Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) President Ersin Tatar on Wednesday during his visit for the groundbreaking of the Lefkosa Ring Road.  The meeting, held at the TRNC Presidential Honor Hall, was attended by key Turkish officials, including Ambassador Yasin Ekrem Serim.  President Tatar highlighted the increasing international recognition of the two states in Cyprus despite ongoing challenges. He expressed appreciation for Türkiye’s support, particularly for the Lefkosa Ring Road Project, stating: "Our goal is to move forward confidently with the support of our motherland, our homeland, and the Blue Homeland." Minister Uraloglu reaffirmed Türkiye’s commitment to the TRNC, saying: "We are dedicated to making significant contributions to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. This aligns with our broader vision of the Blue Homeland." He also discussed ongoing investments, including a project to enhance ship traffic management services, which aims to bolster the TRNC's strategic position in the Eastern Mediterranean.  

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