UN expert accuses Israel of acts of 'genocide' in Gaza war
In a report, Francesca Albanese said the scale of Israel's assault on Gaza reveals an intent to destroy Palestinians as a group.
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Struggling for a can of food: starving Gazans scramble for aid drops
A military plane banked over the war-ravaged ruins of Gaza City dropping dozens of black parachutes carrying food aid. On the ground, where almost no building within sight was still standing, hungry men and boys raced towards the beach where most of the aid seemed to have
What we know about alleged Iran weapons plot in West Bank
Israel said that Iran’s IRGC was working to smuggle explosives into the Palestinian territory.
Smiling through tears: Hostage families lead Jerusalem Purim parade
It was meant to be a day of revelry and high jinks for Jews, but Jerusalem's Purim parade Monday struck a more sombre note, with some relatives of hostages held in Gaza even trying to stop it. Sharon Kalderon, whose brother-in-law Ofer Kalderon,53, was kidnapped from the Nir Oz
Iraq Central Bank says regulated dollar transactions rising
Iraq, fighting a booming currency black market, has considerably increased overseas dollar transactions through the official global SWIFT system, the Central Bank vice governor said on Monday. With dollars dominating the country's economy, Baghdad has imposed a series of
Gideon Saar ditches Israeli cabinet over Netanyahu’s Gaza strategy
New Hope party leader Gideon Saar resigned from the government after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu refused to include him in the small war cabinet.
Turkey detains 40 ISIS suspects amid reports Moscow terror suspect came from Istanbul
Turkey has recently rounded up 40 suspected Islamic State militants just as reports emerge that one of the suspected perpetrators of last week's Moscow concert attack had traveled to Russia from Turkey.
Al-Qaeda attack in Yemen kills 2 members of southern forces
The attack is the first by al-Qaeda in Yemen since its leader on the Arabian Peninsula died.
Israel’s Gallant kicks off US visit with weapons, Rafah on agenda
Washington still seeks to avert an Israeli operation in Rafah, even as Netanyahu cancels a delegation of top advisers over the US abstention on a UN Security Council vote.
Al Jazeera deletes video claiming woman was raped by Israeli forces in Gaza Al-Shifa raid
The Qatari outlet deleted a video in which a woman claims to have witnessed rape by Israeli forces hours after posting it; former Al Jazeera director says allegations debunked through investigation
Trump tells Israel media 'you're losing support' over Gaza war
US presidential nominee Donald Trump has warned Israel that it has "to finish up your war" in Gaza due to growing global opposition.
Israel at war, day 171: U.S. says Israel complying with National Security Memorandum
UN Security Council passes resolution calling for immediate Gaza cease-fire, release of all hostages after U.S. abstains ■ In response, PM Netanyahu cancels delegation to Washington meant to discuss efforts to safeguard civilians in Rafah offensive ■ IDF says that it has ended
West Bank: 70 killed by Israeli airstrikes since October 7
Israeli airstrikes have killed 70 Palestinians in the West Bank since October 7 - a huge escalation in this form of violence not seen since the Second Intifada.
Saudi female robot trained not to discuss 'sex and politics'
Saudi Arabia has released its first female humanoid robot - a 25 year-old woman who is trained not to discuss sex or politics.
11 killed in suspected IS attack on Syria truffle hunters
11 people hunting for valuable truffles in the desert of northern Syria have been killed by suspected Islamic State militants, in the latest attack.
The nine-year-old Palestinian girl bringing Gazans' struggles to social media amid war
Lama Jamous was forcibly displaced twice in Israel's ongoing campaign in Gaza. Now she's broadcasting what war looks like through the eyes of a child to her 883K Instagram followers
Egyptian Uber driver to face trial after death of woman
The alleged kidnap attempt of Habiba El-Shamaa has prompted other women in Egypt to expose similar incidents taking place while riding with rideshare apps.
Living and dying in Gaza under Israel's necropolitics
From indiscriminate killings to forced famine and stealing corpses, Israel controls over every aspect of Palestinian life and death, writes Samirah Jarrah.
UN Security Council for first time demands Gaza ceasefire as US abstains
After more than five months of war, the UN Security Council for the first time Monday demanded an immediate ceasefire in Gaza after the United States, Israel's ally which vetoed previous drafts, abstained. Drawing applause in the normally staid Security Council, all 14 other
UN Secu Council for first time demands Gaza ceasefire as US abstains
After more than five months of war, the UN Security Council for the first time Monday demanded an immediate ceasefire in Gaza after the United States, Israel's ally which vetoed previous drafts, abstained. Drawing unusual applause in the normally staid Security Council, all 14
Switzerland reports violation by Lebanon’s Audi bank in Riad Salameh probe
The action by FINMA concerns connections around disgraced former Lebanese Central Bank governor Riad Salameh.
Where is @BayanPalestine, Gaza's missing reporter?
The Gaza city-based journalist has not been heard from since 19 March, when she tweeted to report the killing of her only brother.
Netanyahu cancels Washington delegation visit after US abstains from UN cease-fire vote
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced Strategic Minister Rin Dermer and national security adviser Tzachi Hanegbi will not travel to Washington after the United States refrained from vetoing a UN resolution calling for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza.
Houthis warn Saudi Arabia ‘it would be a target’ if it backs US-UK strikes
The Houthi warning comes amid increased attacks against vessels in the Red Sea claimed by the Iran-backed group in support of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.
ISIS kills 11 truffle hunters in Syria amid signs of resurgence
Syrians hunt the prized mushrooms due to the dismal economic situation in the country, braving attacks by a resurgent Islamic State.
ISIS kills 11 truffle hunters in Syria
Syrians hunt the prized mushrooms due to the dismal economic situation in the country, braving attacks by a resurgent Islamic State.
101 Jordanians arrested protesting outside Israeli embassy
101 Jordanians were arrested on Sunday night as hundreds of demonstrators attempted to 'besiege' the Israeli embassy in Amman to protest Israel's war on Gaza.
Pro-Palestine protesters close British Museum over Gaza war
Pro-Palestine protesters in the UK have blockaded the British Museum in London, over BP's sponsorship of the cultural venue.
Israel prevents UNRWA from delivering aid to north Gaza
Israel has stopped UNRWA from delivering aid in northern Gaza, where Palestinians are at highest risk of famine
Macron warns Netanyahu forced population transfer in Gaza would be war crime
French President Emmanuel Macron reiterated in a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that Paris is against a military operation in Rafah and against any attempt to transfer displaced Gazans.
UN Security Council adopts Gaza cease-fire resolution after US abstains
The vote marks the first time the UN Security Council has backed a cease-fire in Gaza since the war started in October and comes days after Russia and China vetoed a similar measure put forward by the United States.
UN Security Council adopts Gaza cease-fire resolution
The vote marks the first time the UN Security Council has voted in favor of a cease-fire in Gaza since the war started in October and comes days after Russia and China vetoed a similar measure put forward by the United States.
Shocking Gaza crimes dominate Israel's Purim celebrations
The war in Gaza was front and centre of Israel's Purim celebrations, when children dressed as soldiers pretended to kill Palestinians.
UN Security Council to try again for 'immediate ceasefire' vote
The UN Security Council on Monday was again set to attempt adopting a text calling for an "immediate ceasefire" in Gaza, as the veto-wielding United States shows signs of tempering its rigid Israel backing. A change in tone toward its Middle Eastern ally was seen Friday, when
Israel-Hamas battles rage around major Gaza hospitals
Israeli forces fought Hamas militants in besieged Gaza on Monday including around at least two major hospitals, raising fears for the patients, medics and displaced people trapped inside. Troops and tanks have encircled Gaza City's Al-Shifa Hospital, the territory's biggest,
Israel fury at US abstention on Security Council ceasefire vote
Israel reacted angrily on Monday to the first UN Security Council vote to demand an "immediate ceasefire" in the Gaza war, after its closest ally the United States abstained, while fighting raged in the Palestinian territory. Immediately after the resolution passed, Israel
Despite civil war, Ramadan in Yemen remains a blessed affair
Despite nearly a decade of war and economic crisis, Ramadan customs and traditions in Yemen continue to shine brightly alongside their generous spirit.
Russia casts doubt on IS responsibility for concert attack
Russia cast doubt on US claims that Islamic State was responsible for the concert attack which killed hundreds, as gruesome video of tortured suspects appeared
Ras al-Hekma: How the UAE deal dumps the UN in choppy waters
The $35 billion deal between UAE and Egypt for Ras al-Hekma remains opaque, forcing researchers to speculate about the project's long-term sustainability.
Leading Israeli MKs threaten to quit Gaza war emergency govt
Israel's war in Gaza has seen cracks emerge in the Israeli government over Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's strategy.
Yemen: Al-Qaeda attack kills 2 southern separatist fighters
Two troops loyal to the separatist Southern Transitional Council have been killed in an attack by Al-Qaeda in Yemen's Abyan province
Videos of French-Israeli soldiers in Gaza spark court cases
A case has been filed against French-Israeli soldiers abusing Palestinians in Gaza, based on several viral videos.
The Smotrich method: Israeli settlers obtain mortgages, build illegally elsewhere in the West Bank
An associate of Israel's far-right finance minister obtained a mortgage for a lot registered in the zoning plan of one settlement, while his home was built in a nearby illegal outpost. Documents and aerial photos show that he's far from the only one
'Feeling threatened': An Israeli prescription for killing with no criticism or oversight
The person feeling subjectively endangered must meet two conditions so that public opinion's yardstick will safegaurd his impunity: he has to be Jewish and he has to be armed
UNSC to vote on Gaza ceasefire as Israel blocks UNRWA aid
The UN Security Council will vote on Monday on a new resolution for an "immediate" ceasefire in Gaza as Israel blocked UNRWA aid to the north of the territory.
UN votes for Gaza ceasefire as Israel kills dozens in Rafah
The UN Security Council will vote on Monday on a new resolution for an "immediate" ceasefire in Gaza as Israel blocked UNRWA aid to the north of the territory.
UN to vote on Gaza ceasefire as Israel kills dozens in Rafah
The UN Security Council will vote on Monday on a new resolution for an "immediate" ceasefire in Gaza as Israel blocked UNRWA aid to the north of the territory.
UN Security Council to vote on new Gaza ceasefire resolution
The UN Security Council will vote Monday on a new draft resolution on an "immediate" ceasefire in Gaza, after Russia and China vetoed an earlier text proposed by the United States. The Council has been divided over the Israel-Hamas war since the October 7 attacks, approving