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world8 days ago•2 min saved

Iran ties Hormuz reopening to ending regional wars as Trump shuns June pact

Iran says the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz hinges on ending wars in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria, with Israel withdrawing and attacks stopping; the U.S. must prove its seriousness before trust can be rebuilt, even as reports say Trump is not looking to return to the June deal and is pursuing economic pressure. Iran has granted a temporary corridor for ships, with Oman discussing a joint routing; U.S. Central Command notes shipping traffic is returning gradually but remains far below prewar levels.

via CNBC|

#hormuz-strait #iran #middle-east-conflicts

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

Iran's Provocative Strikes on Pakistan Escalate Middle East Tensions

Iran launched missiles and drones at targets in Pakistan, claiming to have targeted Iranian terrorists and not Pakistani citizens, while the two countries simultaneously held joint naval exercises. Pakistan warned of "serious consequences" for the strikes, which it said resulted in civilian casualties. Iran also conducted airstrikes in Iraq and Syria, with its defense minister asserting that Iran would respond to any threat to its security from any location.

via Business Insider|

#airstrikes #international-relations #iran

education2 years ago•2 min saved

"UC Professors Denounce President's Stance on Middle East Conflicts"

A group of approximately 150 professors at the University of California (UC) have written an open letter criticizing UC President Michael Drake's proposal for educational programs that would include a "viewpoint-neutral history of the Middle East." The professors argue that the term undermines the academic integrity of scholars already engaged in the study and teaching of the Middle East. They express concerns about the potential chilling effect on controversial or divisive topics and the principle of faculty shared governance. The faculty also raise concerns about the use of the term "preventative" in Drake's remarks, which they believe echoes policies that constrain and censor critical speech and scholarship. The University of California responded, stating that the proposed programs would be voluntary and not affect classroom curricula.

via The Hill|

#academic-freedom #education #educational-programs