
The red flag is a symbol inscribed in Arabic as “یالثارات الحسین” within the Iranian Shia tradition. This flag is most commonly raised on the domes of sacred mosques during periods of intense grief and a strong sense of justice, particularly in reference to the martyrdom of Imam Husayn in Karbala. Traditionally, this symbol carries the meaning of an “appeal for vengeance” by emphasizing that innocent blood has been shed. Raising the Vengeance Flag (Euro News) " youtube-video-element-format="righ
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Mahmud Abbas (1935–) is a politician who has held senior positions within the institutional structures of the Palestinian National Movement and Palestinian Authority. He was among the founding members of Fatah and served as the head of Fatah, the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), and the Palestinian Authority (PA).European Council on Foreign Relations. “Mahmoud Abbas (President).” Mapping Palestinian Politics. Erişim tarihi: 12 Ocak 2026. https://ecfr.eu/special/mapping_palestinian_politi
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Onur Çolak
CaThe Spy is a six-episode miniseries released in 2019 based on a historical event. It depicts the espionage activities carried out by Eli Cohen on behalf of Israel’s intelligence agency, Mossad, during the 1960s in Syria. Sacha Baron Cohen portrays the lead role. The series explores not only intelligence operations but also themes such as identity conflict, personal cost, and psychological tension. Its compact format delivers an intense narrative structure in terms of temporal progression and cha
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Educational Life Yahya Ibrahim Hasan al-Sinwar was born in 1962 in a refugee camp in Khan Yunus, Gaza. His family had migrated from Ashkelon to Gaza following the 1948 Arab-Israeli War. He studied Arabic Language and Literature at the Islamic University of Gaza. During his university years, he became politicized and began associating with Islamic movements. Political Life In the 1980s, he became one of the founding members of Hamas and played an active role in the organization’s internal securit
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Red flag, in the Iranian Shia tradition, is a symbolic inscription in Arabic: “یالثارات الحسین”. This flag is most commonly raised on the domes of sacred mosques during periods of intense emotion surrounding justice and vengeance. Traditionally referencing the martyrdom of Imam Husayn in Karbala, this symbol carries the meaning of an “appeal for revenge” by emphasizing that innocent blood has been shed. Meaning and Impact of the Flag This flag is a powerful symbol in Shia belief. It signifies “B
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Hümeyra Yılmaz

Golan Heights is a high plateau region located in the southeastern part of Syria within the Eastern Mediterranean basin. With an average elevation approaching 1,000 meters, it extends from the eastern shore of the Sea of Galilee to the northeastern edge of the Jordan Valley. Covering an area of approximately 1,860 square kilometers, this plateau borders the Quneitra Governorate of Syria to the east and the border of Israel to the west. Volkan Çetintaş, “Potansiyeli ve Jeopolitik Önemi Açısından
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Attacks on the South Pars Natural Gas Field are a series of military strikes targeting the South Pars natural gas field and its associated refineries and energy facilities located in the Asaluyeh energy zone along the coast of the Persian Gulf in southern Iran. These attacks occurred during the third week of the US-Israel-Iran conflict and constituted a significant development affecting regional energy infrastructure. Characteristics and Importance of the South Pars Natural Gas Field Geographica
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IsIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that in his statements in February 2026 he proposed a new regional cooperation model encompassing the Middle East and its surroundings. This model has been described by Netanyahu as the “hexagon of alliances.” The initiative envisions the establishment of a multilayered alliance system located around or within the Middle East. Netanyahu stated that the proposed structure would position itself against what he termed “radical axes.” In this conte
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Shaqif Castle (Qal'at al-Shaqif) is a medieval fortress situated on a hill overlooking the Litani River, approximately 700 meters above sea level, within the Nabatiyye Governorate of Southern Lebanon. Built by the Crusaders in the 12th century, the castle has been controlled by numerous military and political powers over successive periods. On 31 May 2026, the Israeli military captured the castle as part of its ongoing military campaign against Hezbollah. The castle is also known in Arabic as Qa
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Mahmud Abbas (1935–), Filistin Ulusal Hareketi ve Filistin Yönetimi’nin kurumsal yapıları içinde üst düzey görevlerde bulunmuş bir siyasetçidir. El Fetih’in kurucu kadrosu içinde yer almış; El Fetih’in, Filistin Kurtuluş Örgütü’nün (FKÖ) ve Filistin Yönetimi’nin (FY) başında görev yapmıştır.European Council on Foreign Relations. “Mahmoud Abbas (President).” Mapping Palestinian Politics. Erişim tarihi: 12 Ocak 2026. https://ecfr.eu/special/mapping_palestinian_politics/mahmoud_abbas/. ">【1】Abba
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