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Israel bombs Gaza as fears grow of wider war with Hezbollah
An Israeli attack on a coastal area in southern Gaza killed at least 30 people on Friday, while fears grow of a wider conflict with Hezbollah in south Lebanon.
CAF announce new dates for 2025 AFCON in Morocco
The Confederation of African Football has announced the dates for the next Africa Cup of Nations tournament, being hosted by Morocco.
Qatar working to 'bridge the gap' between Israel and Hamas
Qatar said Friday it was pursuing efforts to "bridge the gap" between Israel and Palestinian militant group Hamas to reach a ceasefire in Gaza and release Israeli hostages held there. The Gulf emirate, the United States and Egypt, have been engaged in months of negotiations
No Afghan 'reintegration' without progress on rights: UN
Restrictions on women's rights continue to prevent Afghanistan's "reintegration" into the international community, a senior UN official said Friday, noting the Taliban's participation in upcoming talks in Doha is not legitimization of the isolated government. Since their 2021
Run-off seen likely in Iran's election as Jalili, Pezeshkian, Ghalibaf lead polls
The Islamic Republic is still facing the key challenge of voter apathy according to the latest opinion polls, while fierce factional rivalries characterized the live debates seen by only one out of every four Iranians.
As a CNN war reporter, Arwa Damon thought she had seen everything. Then she went to Gaza
In the Syrian civil war she entered Homs through a sewer, and later witnessed the horrors inflicted by ISIS in Mosul. As a senior correspondent for CNN, Arwa Damon covered the worst war zones in the Mideast. But none was as scary as Gaza, which she visited as head of a
Tunisia sacks religious affairs minister amid hajj casualties
Tunisia's minister of religious affairs was sacked by the country's president after dozens of Tunisians died at this year's Islamic hajj pilgrimage.
Could Zarif tilt Iran's election toward longshot reformist Pezeshkian?
By enlisting Mohammad Javad Zarif, Masoud Pezeshkian is sending a signal to the United States and the West, as well as to Iranians, about a possible change of course in Iran's foreign policy if he pulls off an upset next week.
No Iron Dome for drones: IDF seeks answers to growing Hezbollah threat
Hezbollah has succeeded in challenging Israel's aerial defenses, partly due to experience it gained in the Syrian civil war. While the Israeli army seeks new methods of defense, helicopter gunships have proven surprisingly effective
'Saudi state did not fail' after hundreds dead during hajj: official to AFP
A senior Saudi official defended the Gulf kingdom's management of the hajj pilgrimage on Friday after various countries reported more than 1,100 deaths, many attributed to high heat. "The state did not fail, but there was a misjudgement on the part of people who did not
Hamas ridicules reports of Qatar imposing sanctions on them
A Hamas spokesperson said the movement has long enjoyed a positive relationship with leaders in Qatar, amid reports that Doha would impose sanctions.
LNG vessel sails through Red Sea amid Houthi attacks, data shows
Most LNG tankers have avoided passing through the Red Sea as repeated Houthi strikes on international shipping continue.
Saudi ambassador to UK says Israel normalisation is 'important'
Prince Khalid bin Bandar has said that normalisation with Israel is 'important' to Saudi Arabia despite the ongoing war on Gaza
UK Arab platform to hold 'open dialogue' for Arab candidates
British Arabs see the UK elections as a chance to punish those who have backed Israel's brutal war on Gaza and support those who have stood with humanity.
Dutch lawmaker challenges govt over Israeli harassment of ICC
The Netherlands’ Kati Piri has criticised the Dutch government over its potential role in Israel’s alleged harassment of the ICC since 2015
How significant is Canada's designation of Iran's IRGC as terrorist organization?
Iranian Canadians have been advocating for designation of the IRGC for years, including after the downing of Ukraine International Airlines flight 752.
Israel grants Smotrich and settlers sweeping powers in West Bank
Israel's military has quietly handed far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich significant new powers in the West Bank with fears of an all-out annexation.
Awkward foes: The Cyprus-Israel-Lebanon relationship
Cyprus has a close relationship with Israel and Lebanon alike, thrusting it in an awkward position as the two countries go to war.
WHO officials say Israeli pause has no impact on Gaza aid entry
WHO officials said that following Israel's assault on Gaza's southern city of Rafah, only 750 people remain in the city.
Israel may become 'uninhabitable' in Hezbollah war: official
A Israeli electricity official warned that Israel would be uninhabitable after 72 hours if a full-scale war broke out with Hezbollah, before backtracking.
Progressives to rally for Jamaal Bowman ahead of big NY race
Two of the top progressives in Congress will be holding a get-out-the-vote rally with Democratic incumbent Jamaal Bowman ahead of the New York primary Tuesday.
Armenia says recognises State of Palestine
Armenia announced Friday it was recognising the State of Palestine, the latest country to do so during the war in Gaza, saying it was against "violence towards civilian populations." A series of nations have recognised the State of Palestine amid the war between Israel and
Wildfires in southeast Turkey kill 11 people and livestock
The pro-Kurdish DEM party said that the government's intervention to quell the wildfire was 'late and insufficient'.
Southeast Turkey wildfire kills 12 and devastates flocks
The pro-Kurdish DEM party said that the government's intervention to quell wildfires in southeast Turkey was 'late and insufficient'.
Israeli war cabinet dissolved, Hezbollah threats, Hajj heatwave
This week we discuss the end of Israel's war cabinet, rising fears of an Israeli offensive in Lebanon, and the deadly Hajj heatwave.
Israel 'pause' in Gaza had no impact on aid supplies: WHO
A daily "pause" the Israeli military declared in Gaza to facilitate aid flows has had no impact on deliveries of badly needed supplies, the UN's health agency said on Friday. More than eight months of war, sparked by Hamas's unprecedented October 7 attack on Israel, have led to
Comedian Esther Manito is unleashing her anger on stage
The New Arab Meets: Esther Manito, the Essex-based comedian who finds humour in the everyday struggles of being an Arab woman in the UK.
Detained Gaza man in 'horrifying' state after release by Israel
Videos and photos of Badr Dahlan, following his release from Israeli detention, have raised the alarm over the condition of Palestinians held by Israel.
'Bodies on the ground': Pilgrims recount hajj heat horrors
After years of failing to secure a hajj visa, Yasser finally concluded he had no choice but to perform the holy pilgrimage illegally, a move he now regrets. While he survived the gruelling annual rites that unfolded in extreme heat again this year, he has not seen his wife
A warming world: Why the Hajj disaster is a call to action
'Unregistered' pilgrims "were locked out" of AC mosques and left to walk for hours in the sun, raising questions about the future of Hajj in a warming world.
A hotter holy land: Why the Hajj disaster is a call to action
'Unregistered' pilgrims "were locked out" of AC mosques and left to walk for hours in the sun, raising questions about the future of Hajj in a warming world.
Armenia recognises Palestinian state citing 'international law'
Armenia's decision comes following the recognition of the State of Palestine by Spain, Norway and Ireland.
Armenia recognises Palestine after Israel's Gaza massacres
Armenia's decision comes following the recognition of the State of Palestine by Spain, Norway and Ireland.
Armenia announces recognition of Palestinian state
The country's Foreign Ministry cited the ongoing war and severe humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip as reasons for its decision. Israel summoned the Armenian ambassador for a reprimand in response
Israel to pay $32,000 in ICC legal fees for Netanyahu, Gallant
Israel is set to pay 120,000 shekels for legal representation after the ICC chief prosecutor filed a request for arrest warrants against Netanyahu and Gallant.
Iranians split on presidential vote as hardships mount
With just a week remaining before a presidential election, Iranians are divided over whether voting will address pressing economic issues and mandatory hijab laws. Iranians head to the polls on June 28 to choose from six candidates -- five conservatives and a relative reformist
Sudan's RSF seize control of West Kordofan state capital El-Fula
Sudan's army retreated to their base in Babanusa after hours of clashes with RSF forces in El Fula, which was taken over by the paramilitary group.
Israel kills Palestinian journalist in Gaza, death toll to 152
Al-Aqsa TV reported on Telegram that journalist Salim al-Sharafa was targeted in an Israeli bombing in Gaza in the latest assault on media workers.
MENA Sports Wrap: Turkey is the region's big hope in Euro 2024
Euro 2024 has started in Germany, with Turkey topping their group so far, while tragedy struck Gaza as another Palestinian referee was killed by Israel.
UK election and the Muslim vote: Gaza ushers in a new era
Major UK parties have smeared British Muslim independents over their pro-Palestine campaigns. But they're more than one-trick ponies, writes Nadeine Asbali.
For British Muslim voters, Gaza ushers in new era of UK politics
Major UK parties have smeared British Muslim independents over their pro-Palestine campaigns. But they're more than one-trick ponies, writes Nadeine Asbali.
Wildfires in Turkey: 11 dead, 78 injured as heat soars to 50 degrees Celsius
Turkey has been grappling with wildfires across the country since last week due to hot temperatures soaring up to 50 C (122 F) above the seasonal average.
Iran holds second presidential debate with economy on agenda
The debate saw candidates discuss a number of issues including Western sanctions, inflation, fuel consumption subsidies and education policy.
Al-Sissi and Erdogan have already learned that you can't eradicate ideas. Netanyahu hasn't
If the Egyptian president's all-out war against the Muslim Brotherhood and the decade-long struggle by Turkey's President Erdogan against the Gulen movement are anything to go by, Hamas is likely to survive Netanyahu's 'total victory'
Armenia recognizes Palestinian state, Israel furious, summons ambassador
Momentum has been building toward recognizing Palestinian statehood since the war in the Gaza Strip began last October.
No more 'mowing the grass': Hezbollah's drones ups the ante
Hezbollah is demonstrating more advanced military feats and weaponry in an effort to up its deterrence against an upcoming Israeli offensive.
Netanyahu’s arms complaints strain US ties, leave Israel exposed to Hezbollah
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's attack against the Biden administration for allegedly withholding arms deliveries exposes Israel’s vulnerability right now when tensions with Hezbollah run high.
Israeli army says two soldiers killed in central Gaza fighting
The Israeli army said in a statement three others were seriously wounded in fighting in the central Gaza Strip, as its military suffers more casualties.