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Afghanistan's Defense Ministry has condemned Pakistani airstrikes on its territory as a violation of sovereignty and international law, vowing an "appropriate and measured response" at a "suitable time." Islamabad says the strikes targeted terrorist hideouts in retaliation for recent suicide bombings and the killing of two security personnel.Afghanistan's Defense Ministry has condemned Pakistani airstrikes on its territory as a violation of sovereignty and international law, vowing an "appropriate and measured response" at a "suitable time." Islamabad says the strikes targeted terrorist hideouts in retaliation for recent suicide bombings and the killing of two security personnel.Turkish Foreign Minister met Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and Vietnamese counterpart Le Hoai Trung in Washington on Friday. No details released as Türkiye deepens Asia-Pacific engagement through "Asia Anew Initiative."President Trump lauded Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa for stabilizing the war-torn nation and treating Kurds "very good," adding that "a choir boy couldn't do it." The remarks signal Washington's growing engagement with Damascus.President Erdoğan led the Defense Industry Executive Committee at the Presidential Complex, reviewing 2025 achievements, export performance, and critical projects. The committee affirmed commitment to domestic and national technologies.

Afghanistan's Defense Ministry has condemned Pakistani airstrikes on its territory as a violation of sovereignty and international law, vowing an "appropriate and measured response" at a "suitable time." Islamabad says the strikes targeted terrorist hideouts in retaliation for recent suicide bombings and the killing of two security personnel.Afghanistan's Defense Ministry has condemned Pakistani airstrikes on its territory as a violation of sovereignty and international law, vowing an "appropriate and measured response" at a "suitable time." Islamabad says the strikes targeted terrorist hideouts in retaliation for recent suicide bombings and the killing of two security personnel.Turkish Foreign Minister met Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and Vietnamese counterpart Le Hoai Trung in Washington on Friday. No details released as Türkiye deepens Asia-Pacific engagement through "Asia Anew Initiative."President Trump lauded Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa for stabilizing the war-torn nation and treating Kurds "very good," adding that "a choir boy couldn't do it." The remarks signal Washington's growing engagement with Damascus.President Erdoğan led the Defense Industry Executive Committee at the Presidential Complex, reviewing 2025 achievements, export performance, and critical projects. The committee affirmed commitment to domestic and national technologies.

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Israeli settlers attempt arson at West Bank mosque near Nablus

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11:32, 23/02/2026, Monday

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Israeli settlers attempt arson at West Bank mosque near Nablus

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A view shows the burned entrance and damaged carpet of the Abu Bakr al-Siddiq Mosque after an attempted arson attack by Israeli settlers in the village of Tel near Nablus, West Bank, on February 23, 2026. The Palestinian Ministry of Awqaf said the assailants tried to set the mosque on fire, with the blaze damaging the entrance area before the attempt failed.

An aerial view shows the burned entrance and damaged carpet of Abu Bakr al-Siddiq Mosque in Tel village after an attempted arson attack by Israeli settlers. The Palestinian Awqaf Ministry reports the blaze damaged the entry area before the attempt failed.

Israeli settlers attempted to set fire to the Abu Bakr al-Siddiq Mosque in the village of Tel near Nablus in the occupied West Bank on February 23, 2026, causing damage to the entrance and carpeting. The Palestinian Ministry of Awqaf confirmed the assailants targeted the mosque, with the blaze damaging the entry area before the attempt failed.

Attack Details

An aerial view captured the burned entrance and smoke-damaged interior following the attack. The ministry reported the arson attempt as part of ongoing settler violence against Palestinian religious sites and communities in the West Bank.

Context of Escalating Attacks

The incident occurred amid intensified Israeli settler operations across the West Bank since the Gaza war began in October 2023. Palestinians have documented increasing attacks on mosques, homes, and agricultural lands, which they view as part of systematic efforts to displace communities and expand settlements. Such actions have drawn international condemnation, with the UN and human rights organizations urging protection of civilian sites.

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