August 13, 2025

Beirut - Al sharqiya, August 13: Lebanese President Joseph Aoun confirmed to the Secretary-General of the Iranian Supreme National Security Council, Ali Larijani, that Lebanon is willing to cooperate with Iran within the limits of sovereignty and friendship based on mutual respect. He pointed out that the language that Lebanon has heard recently from some Iranian officials is unhelpful. Aoun said during his meeting with Larijani in Beirut that the friendship that we want to bring together Lebanon and Iran should not be through one sect or one Lebanese component, but with all Lebanese. He said that the Lebanese people are represented by the constitutional institutions that look after their supreme interests and the interests of the state. If Iran seeks to achieve its greater interests, this is something natural, but we in Lebanon seek to achieve our interests. He reiterated Lebanon’s rejection of any interference in its internal affairs from any party and that the Lebanese arena will remain safe and stable for the benefit of all Lebanese without discrimination. He indicated that any challenges coming from the Israeli enemy or others are challenges for all Lebanese and not just a group of them, and perhaps the most important weapon to confront them is the unity of the Lebanese.

August 13, 2025

Beirut - Al sharqiya, August 13: Secretary General of the Supreme National Security Council of Iran, Ali Larijani, said that foreign countries should not give orders to Lebanon and that the latter should be responsible for making its own decisions. Larijani stressed during a press conference after his meeting with Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri that Lebanon must appreciate the value of the resistance and Hezbollah and not confuse friend with enemy, pointing out that any decision taken by the Lebanese government in coordination with what he called factions, Iran will respect it.

August 13, 2025

MADRID - Al sharqiya, August 13: Spain expressed its support for French President Emmanuel Macron's proposal to form an international coalition with a UN mandate to achieve stability in Gaza, describing it as one of the tools that can bring peace to the region. The Spanish Foreign Ministry said that the proposal is one of the tools that can help establish peace and security in Gaza and the Middle East, as well as for the work of UNRWA as a UN agency assisting the Palestinian people, adding that this force should be a step towards achieving a two-state solution. The Spanish Foreign Ministry stated that dispatching a temporary mission from the United Nations could contribute to the successful transfer of authority to an administration affiliated with a Palestinian state and achieve peace and security for all.

August 13, 2025

Kyiv -Al Sharqiya, August 13: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and European leaders will hold a video call with US President Donald Trump on Wednesday, in an attempt to explain the risks of compromising Kyiv's interests in pursuit of a ceasefire two days before the Trump-Putin summit in Alaska. A German government spokesman said the video call between Trump, Zelensky, and the leaders of Germany, Finland, France, Britain, Italy, Poland, and the European Union is expected to take place at 12:00 GMT. A senior European official said the focus now is on ensuring unity and coordination on the European side. Ukraine hopes the meeting will serve, at least in part, as a European counterweight to the Alaska summit, as Zelensky and his backers try to draw attention to the risks of compromising Kyiv's interests in pursuit of a ceasefire.

August 12, 2025

Basra - Al-Sharqiya, August 12: Oil fields in Basra are resorting to using fresh water in oil extraction operations at a time when the governorate is suffering from a stifling water crisis, which prompted the Ministry of Water Resources to issue an immediate decision to stop this use. Specialists confirmed that pumping large quantities of water for every barrel of oil poses a real threat to the governorate's resources.

August 12, 2025

Baghdad - Al-Sharqiya, August 12: Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani directed to keep any case of procrastination or slowness in serving Arbaeen pilgrims away from attempts at exploitation or political competition. Al-Sudani called on citizens and pilgrims not to pay attention to negative rumors motivated by goals hostile to all the positive images witnessed by the Arbaeen pilgrimage. He also stressed that all state agencies are lined up in a state of alert to provide service and perform duty. Al-Sudani called for solidarity for the success of the Arbaeen pilgrimage rituals and said that the persistent work of all parties, formations and activities will continue to ensure the success of the reverse delegation of pilgrims.

August 12, 2025

Gaza - ALsharqiya, August 12: The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) described the death toll from child malnutrition passing the 100-mark as a catastrophic milestone that stains the world's reputation and calls for urgent, long-overdue action. OCHA added that the United Nations and its partners were able to bring in some food, fuel, and supplies last Sunday through the Kerem Shalom crossing, but the shipments were unloaded before reaching their destinations. The World Food Programme (WFP) also indicated that more than 300,000 children in Gaza are at severe risk, and that more than a third of the population reported not eating for days on end.

August 11, 2025

ANKARA - Al sharqiya, August 11: Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) announced on Sunday evening that seven aftershocks measuring above 3 on the Richter scale had been recorded in Manisa province, following the earthquake that struck western Turkey earlier. Authorities said six people suffered minor injuries while trying to escape due to a panic attack, stressing that their lives were not in danger. The Turkish Interior Ministry had announced that a 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck the Sindurgi district of Balikesir province, and was felt by residents of Ankara and Istanbul.

August 06, 2025

London - ALsharqiya, August 6: In a new warning, cybersecurity experts have revealed an increase in scammers using game cheats and mods infected with malware known as "Trojan.Scavenger" targeting Windows users.

How does the infection spread?

Gamers download compressed ZIP files claiming to improve game performance.

These files contain malicious libraries that are automatically loaded when the game is launched.

The malware connects to the scammers' servers via encrypted connections to avoid detection.

In more sophisticated cases, additional malware is embedded in browsers such as Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge to steal passwords and cryptocurrency keys.

How do you protect yourself?

Avoid downloading cheats or mods from untrusted sources.

Keep your antivirus software up to date.

Be careful when interacting with online gaming communities that may post suspicious content.

Check file paths and limit the privileges of accounts you use daily.

Protecting yourself begins with caution and awareness. Don't let fraudulent programs become a gateway to stealing your data and digital money.

August 05, 2025

New York - ALsharqiya, August 5: Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, is seeking to end Apple's dominance of the technology scene by developing "super-artificial intelligence" and spending hundreds of millions of dollars to attract top talent. The Wall Street Journal reported on Monday that Zuckerberg has declared an indirect technological war on Apple, seeking to limit the control its devices have over users' lives.

In his recent speech, Zuckerberg spoke of his vision for integrating advanced artificial intelligence into Meta devices. He did not mention Apple by name, but he clearly hinted at the fierce competition. The newspaper noted that Zuckerberg has long dreamed of displacing Apple from its position as a staple in users' lives, whether through phones, augmented reality glasses, or virtual reality devices, but has so far failed to do so. It added that Zuckerberg is spending lavishly at this stage, offering salaries of up to $100 million annually to attract the best minds in the field of artificial intelligence, in what the newspaper described as a "technological arms race." Zuckerberg is counting on the rise of artificial intelligence to transition to a "post-smartphone world," writing in a post: "Personal devices like glasses that understand our contexts because they see what we see, hear what we hear, and interact with us today will become our primary computing devices."

Apple, on the other hand, is seen as lagging behind in the field of artificial intelligence, having been slow to roll out new features. This has raised investor concerns about the company's low investment compared to companies like Meta and OpenAI. The newspaper revealed an ambitious plan Zuckerberg called "super-personal intelligence," which aims to integrate software with hardware to achieve a comprehensive and interconnected user experience, similar to what Apple does with its devices.

The Wall Street Journal believes that Zuckerberg's steps could turn the cold confrontation with Apple into an open conflict, especially if Meta succeeds in developing integrated smart glasses capable of replacing smartphones. The race is not limited to Meta alone, as other companies have entered the fray: Amazon acquired a startup called P, which is developing a smart bracelet that records user activity. OpenAI CEO partners with Apple's former design chief to develop AI-powered device.

August 02, 2025

London - ALsharqiya 2 August: Smartphone cameras have achieved stunning image quality thanks to a combination of advanced hardware design and intelligent computational photography techniques. This enables them to overcome size and light constraints, delivering results that sometimes rival professional cameras.

Despite the small size of sensors and lenses, phones rely on image processing software to enhance detail, reduce noise, and adjust color and lighting, producing clear and vibrant images, even in the most challenging shooting conditions.

The most prominent smartphone imaging technologies are:

Advanced CMOS sensors:

They have become progressively more efficient and larger, allowing for better light capture and higher image quality.

Multiple lenses:

Many phones are equipped with different focal length lenses (wide, telephoto, macro, etc.), giving users a variety of perspectives and subjects.

Image stabilization:

Optical and electronic stabilization technologies reduce shake, resulting in sharper images, especially in low light or when shooting motion.

Larger apertures:

Let in more light, significantly improving nighttime performance.

Software image processing:

Phones apply algorithms to automatically improve sharpness, reduce noise, and adjust contrast and color saturation.

High Dynamic Range (HDR):

Multiple images at different brightness levels are captured and combined to create a final image rich in color and detail.

Night mode:

Uses artificial intelligence to combine data from multiple images, then processes the scene to produce clearer lighting and details in the dark.

Artificial Intelligence (AI):

The camera automatically recognizes faces and scenes (food, landscapes, night, etc.) and automatically adjusts settings to achieve the best results.

Conclusion:

Smartphone cameras demonstrate how computational photography can overcome the limitations of small devices, delivering a professional photography experience within reach. Thanks to these innovations, size is no longer the sole measure of quality.

July 26, 2025

London - ALsharqiya, July 26: Electronic copies of official documents are no longer just files to keep; they have become a sought-after commodity on dark web markets, where they are increasingly sold and used for fraud and identity theft.

While many believe that keeping passports and ID cards in safe places ensures protection, the digital reality poses increasing threats that go far beyond physical theft.

How are documents stolen?

According to recent security reports, cybercriminals are now relying on advanced techniques to steal digital documents, most notably:

Deploying malware on devices to steal sensitive files.

Exploiting vulnerabilities in government and airline websites that store user documents.

Phishing attacks via fake websites that mimic check-in pages, where the victim is asked to upload their official documents.

Scanning stolen documents and selling them as electronic copies on the dark web.

A Profitable Black Market

Data indicates that scanned passports and cards are sold at varying prices, depending on the type of document and the country of issue. Passport photos are sold for between $10 and $200, and can reach up to $5,000 for European Union passports.

Identity cards are offered for as little as $15.

Although the prices seem relatively low, their value doubles when used in major fraud or identity theft.

How to Protect Your Digital Documents

For those who must keep electronic copies of documents, cybersecurity experts advise following the following steps:

Store documents on trusted cloud services that support full encryption.

Disable file sharing to prevent unauthorized access.

Be wary of suspicious emails and links, and use tools to verify the reliability of links.

Regularly update your security software and operating system to protect your device from vulnerabilities and malware.

Your digital security is your responsibility.

In an increasingly digitally connected world, securing official documents is no longer just an option, but an urgent necessity. Negligence in this regard could expose you to significant financial or legal losses, and your data could be used in criminal activities that have nothing to do with you.

December 20, 2024

Baghdad - Al-Sharqiya, December 20: Saad Al-Bazzaz awarded the Iraqi thinker Dr. Abdul-Hussein Shaaban the Creativity Necklace in honor of his intellectual efforts in serving Iraqi culture and establishing a method characterized by depth and moderation. The editor-in-chief of Al-Zaman newspaper, Ahmed Abdul-Majeed, awarded Dr. Abdul-Hussein Shaaban the Creativity Necklace to honor the bearers of the banner of thought and culture in Iraq. Dr. Abdul-Hussein Shaaban continued his cultural achievement for nearly half a century of modern Iraqi history to crown his career with the Creativity Necklace based on a decision from the Necklace Awarding Committee and upon the recommendation of the editor-in-chief of Al-Zaman newspaper, Ahmed Abdul-Majeed, which is usually awarded to senior scholars, thinkers, journalists, writers, and athletes.

December 03, 2024

Nineveh - Al-Sharqiya December 3: A young man in Mosul established the first mobile library that relies entirely on solar energy to tour between cultural gatherings and the old neighborhoods and squares of Mosul. Academics say that initiatives to encourage reading are always well received by the city of knowledge and its residents.

September 15, 2024

Beirut - Asharqia September 15: Elias Khoury is one of the most prominent novelists and thinkers in contemporary Arabic literature. Born in Beirut in 1948, his name has become synonymous with literary creativity and cultural criticism in the Arab world. Khoury is considered one of the prominent voices that contributed to shaping the contemporary Arabic literary scene, and has enriched Arabic literature with a number of works that address social, political and cultural issues. Among his most prominent novels is “Bab al-Shams”, which is considered one of his most important and prominent novels. The novel deals with the history of Palestine and the impact of the Nakba on the lives of Palestinians, and is considered a powerful literary testimony to suffering and displacement. The novel is based on personal and public experience, which contributes to presenting a deep human and emotional image of the Palestinian conflict. Khoury is also a prominent thinker, and his works have touched on various topics related to identity, culture and social criticism. He also has significant contributions to literary criticism and journalism, writing articles that analyze and deconstruct political and cultural developments in the Arab world. In his works, Elias Khoury does not stop at the boundaries of narrative fiction only, but seeks to present critical and narrative visions that reflect the social and cultural changes taking place in the region. Through his works, he was able to touch on human concerns and raise important questions about identity and existence in diverse contexts. The passing of Elias Khoury is a great loss to Arabic literature and world literature in general, as he was always a creative thinker who challenged prevailing ideas and contributed to enriching cultural dialogue. His works remain a source of inspiration for future generations and a key to understanding many aspects of Arab history and culture.

August 18, 2024

Paris - Al-Sharqiya August 18: French film star Alain Delon has died at the age of 88, according to his three sons. The sons said in a joint statement that their father died peacefully at his home in Duchy, surrounded by his three children and family in the early hours of the night. The family asked for his privacy to be respected during the moment of mourning. The French cinema legend was born on November 8, 1935 in a suburb of Paris called "Hauts-de-Seine." Delon married French actress Nathalie Delon in 1964 and they separated in 1969 after having one child. He then married actress Rosalie Van Breemen in 1987 and they separated in 2011 after having two children. Alain Dion was known as the most handsome star in French cinema, as he gained international fame after playing the lead role in the film "Purple Afternoon" in 1960, in which he played the role of the handsome adventurer.