Israeli strikes kill dozens in Gaza, Syria casualties mount
Israel unleashes heavy strikes across Gaza, killing 22 Palestinians in Gaza City, while the death toll from its attacks on Syria climbs to 71.
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Dozens feared dead in Gaza after Israeli strikes
Dozens of people were killed or unaccounted for after Israeli strikes on the Gaza Strip, a hospital director and the civil defence agency said Thursday. One strike on a residential area near the Kamal Adwan hospital in the territory left "dozens of people" dead or missing, the
How Israel's army uses glow sticks to sow terror in Gaza
"Even if we carried the glow sticks, the Israeli soldiers still fired at us. They shot near our feet and were just laughing at us," al-Arabid said.
Iraq rejects Israeli allegations at UNSC as pretext for attack
Baghdad has urged the UN to review previously submitted complaints against Israel and ensure accountability for violations of international law.
Egypt's new 'harmful' asylum-seekers' law stirs up public debate
Egypt's new asylum law faces backlash for excluding civil society input, risking refugee protection, and sparking public anger over economic pressures.
The big question at the heart of Israel-Hezbollah talks: How involved will the U.S. be in Lebanon?
Israel wants to separate the different fronts and Hezbollah is no longer appears opposed – but the Israeli security establishment finds it hard to predict the Lebanese organization's next moves. Iran, meanwhile, fears a tougher American line, so it may restrain Hezbollah for
US vetoes ceasefire resolution as Israel kills 66 in north Gaza
The blocking of the resolution marks the fourth time the US has vetoed against the measure since Israel launched its war on Gaza.
Even if Israel and Lebanon sign a deal soon, many loose ends will remain
Israel wants to ensure freedom of operation if the deal is violated, but Lebanon insists on a complex supervision mechanism that includes its own dysfunctional army. Even assuming the Lebanese parliament approves the agreement, there are plenty of domestic hurdles that could
Bernie Sanders and Democrats attempt to block some weapons for Israel over Gaza deaths
Sanders and a group of Democrats put legislation up for a Senate vote that would block the sale of some tank and mortar rounds and smart-bomb kits to Israel.
40 killed in central Sudan paramilitary attack on village: medic
At least 40 people have been killed in an attack carried out by paramilitary forces that began on Tuesday, with fighters also looting property.
Saudi Arabia, Iran, China slam Israel at Riyadh meeting: What we know
The China-Saudi Arabia-Iran Trilateral Joint Committee met for the second time in the Saudi capital, more than a year after the Chinese-brokered deal that resumed relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran.
Iran threatens 'proportionate' response as IAEA censure looms
Iranian officials have repeatedly denied pursuit of nuclear weapons. In recent months, however, the rhetoric from state media and hard-liners has increasingly shifted.
Detained Palestinian rights lawyer wins press freedom award
Human rights defender Diala Ayesh, who has been held in administrative detention since 17 January, has been awarded Index on Censorship's Freedom of Expression.
Hezbollah says Israel 'cannot impose conditions' for truce
Hezbollah's leader also asserted that there must be a complete end to the aggression and the "preservation of Lebanon's sovereignty".
1 in 3 British Muslims consider leaving UK due to Islamophobia
UK-based Tell MAMA has released a survey showing that more than two-thirds of British Muslims have reported an increase in anti-Muslim hate since July.
Hamas: No captive swap deal unless Israel ends war on Gaza
Hamas' acting Gaza chief reiterated that the captives held in Gaza would not be released unless Israel ends the war on Gaza, and are open to truce talks.
US vetoes UN Security Council resolution on Gaza ceasefire
A resolution for a ceasefire put forward by 10 non-permanent members of the UN Security Council was blocked by the US after they voted against it.
US consulting firm 'gave Israel plan' for Gaza aid deliveries
The firm told Axios it would not play a role in any works on the ground in Gaza and that the plan would be part of a transitional period.
Shootings in Daraa leave 9 dead as instability plagues Syria’s south
Daraa, located close to the Jordanian border, is experiencing competition between armed groups and rampant drug smuggling amid the government’s inability to control the situation.
Pakistan military to launch offensive against Baloch separatists
The upcoming offensive comes as China pushes to join security efforts to protect its citizens in the region.
Berlin police chief sparks outrage over 'safety advice' to Jews
Barbara Slowik advised Jews and people who are openly gay to 'be more careful' in parts of Berlin with large Arab populations.
Rebuilding Lebanon after Israel's war could cost billions
As Israel continues to wage war on Lebanon, the estimated costs of rebuilding are already believed to be at least two billion dollars
Ex-Guantanamo detainees fear Trump will revisit 'War on Terror'
Mansoor Adayfi, a Guantanmo former detainee, warns of a grim future for the infamous prison under the new Republican administration.
Gaza boycott forces Starbucks Malaysia to close stores
Malaysia's largest bank has cautioned that the country’s Starbucks branch is expected to face prolonged declines in sales.
Senate rejects bid to block key arms transfers to Israel
Lawmakers rejected three separate measures aimed at halting transfers of explosive shells and bomb guidance kits to Israel, despite a clear-cut case laid out by Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) and others that the Biden administration is violating US law.
US imposes sanctions on six senior Hamas officials
The US Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on six Hamas officials, among them prominent spokesmen for the group, one of whom described them as ‘foolish’
Syrian regime says 36 killed in Israeli strikes on Palmyra
Israel has been striking Syria continually since the beginning of the country's civil war, although these have increased in frequency since October 2023.
Syria: 36 killed in Israeli strikes on Palmyra
Israel has been striking Syria continually since the beginning of the country's civil war, although these have increased in frequency since October 2023.
Egypt blames Giza pyramid incident on private contractor
A video showing construction workers using hammers, chisels, and other tools to break down parts of the over 4,600-year-old Khufu Pyramid has gone viral.
IAEA's Grossi denies Netanyahu claim Israel hit Iran nuclear facility
International Atomic Energy Agency chief Rafael Grossi denied Israel's contention that a shuttered Iranian nuclear facility had restarted activity at the military complex it struck in Parchin, Iran.
Khaled Beydoun's Eyes on Gaza: World's first digital genocide
Book Club: 'Eyes on Gaza' offers a collection of personal narrative, contemporary history and vital reporting to shine a light on the horrors in Palestine today
IAEA chief hopes Iran's capping of enriched uranium stock holds
The UK, France, Germany and the United States have submitted a resolution to the IAEA criticising Iran on Wednesday.
Turkey prosecutors indict bank CEO in $44 million Ponzi scheme
The latest indictment seeks lengthy prison sentences for the bank executives over a scheme targeting soccer stars.
US envoy advances Israel-Lebanon cease-fire talks as Hezbollah says decision with Netanyahu
Hezbollah Secretary General Naim Qassem said the group agreed to negotiate with the United States and Israel on a cease-fire, but all depends on the Israeli position.
Has Turkey cut all ties with Israel?
Analysis: While strongly opposed to Israel's wars on Gaza and Lebanon, the Turkish government faces a public backlash over its economic ties with Tel Aviv.
US vetoes UN resolution demanding Gaza cease-fire
The United States was the single dissenting vote on a UN Security Council resolution that called for an immediate and unconditional cease-fire and the release of the Hamas-held hostages.
Israel will soon learn that no one can replace Qatar as a mediator with Hamas
Attacking Qatar for its mediation techniques only helps Netanyahu hide the simple fact that he never wanted a hostage deal or a cease-fire in Gaza: he still has a vested interest in prolonging the war for political reasons
UK's Starmer to visit Saudi Arabia, UAE for investment boost
Starmers upcoming visit to Saudi Arabia and the UAE comes as Qatar's emir is set to visit the Britain in December.
Israel seeking US security guarantees to clinch Lebanon deal: What we know
As cease-fire talks advance with Lebanon, Israel might agree to a letter from the US that would guarantee its ability to retaliate to violations by Hezbollah to 1701 framework.
UN nuclear chief welcomes Iran's 'concrete step' on uranium stockpile
UN atomic watchdog chief Rafael Grossi on Wednesday welcomed Iran's "concrete step" on agreeing to cap its stockpile of highly enriched uranium after Tehran implemented preparatory steps to stop adding to its inventory. "I think this is ... a concrete step in the right
Israel strips parents of convicted Palestinian minors of welfare
The law will revoke welfare benefits from Palestinian citizens of Israel who have children convicted of "terrorism" offences
Twitch faces boycott calls after labelling 'Zionist' hate speech
Pro-Palestine users online have expressed their frustration with the popular livestreaming app after issuing its latest policy to include banning 'Zionist'.
Hochstein to travel to Israel after 'progress' in Lebanon talks
Hochstein was still in Beirut on Wednesday discussing the proposed ceasefire deal. It has been confirmed he will travel to Israel to continue negotiations
Israeli attacks kill scores in Gaza as 800th soldier dies
Israeli forces killed dozens of people in the north of the Gaza Strip, while announcing the death of the 800th Israeli soldier there.
Gaza's displaced lack tents, aid as second winter of war arrives
According to UNOSAT, 66 percent of buildings in Gaza have been damaged or destroyed, leaving many displaced people to face winter without even proper tents
Egypt to launch first IPO in three years amid IMF-fueled privatization drive
The move comes amid a privatization drive in Egypt as part of the International Monetary Fund’s conditions to provide Cairo with an $8 billion bailout to help the North African country recover from an economic crisis.
After UAE visit, Qatari PM holds talks in Iran as Hamas officials depart Doha
A Gulf political official told Al-Monitor on Wednesday that the Qatari prime minister's visit to the UAE is designed to communicate Doha's new policy toward Hamas, where it seeks to be more in alignment with them regarding the group.
Inside Israel's destruction of Baalbek's iconic Palymra Hotel
Weeks after Israel's strike, Baalbek's historic Palmyra Hotel, which had withstood Lebanon's 15-year civil war and countless crises, now lies in ruins
Dispatches from Beirut: The Israeli 'volcano' erupts across Lebanon
The first in a series of comics that depict personal experiences near the frontline of a surreal and calamitous regional war, by Yazan al-Saadi and Ghadi Ghosn.
With Trump's win, Israel moves closer to annexing the West Bank
Analysis: Under Trump's watch, far-right Israeli politicians will be emboldened to push for the long-desired goal of formally annexing the occupied West Bank.