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Israeli security cabinet backs plans to expand Gaza operation, media reports say

Israel's security cabinet approved plans for an expanded operation in the Gaza Strip, Israeli media reported on Friday, adding to signs that attempts to stop the fighting and

Israeli security cabinet backs plans to expand Gaza operation, media reports say
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Drones strike ship carrying aid to Gaza, organizers say, in latest confrontation over assistance

Drones attacked a vessel carrying aid to Gaza in international waters off Malta

Drones strike ship carrying aid to Gaza, organizers say, in latest confrontation over assistance
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Gaza tensions flare over dwindling supplies as blockade persists, aid worker says

Fights are erupting over dwindling supplies in Gaza, a United Nations aid official said on Friday, as Israel's total blockade on supplies into the enclave hit the two-month mark.

Gaza tensions flare over dwindling supplies as blockade persists, aid worker says
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Activist aid ship hit by drones on way to Gaza, NGO says

A ship bound for Gaza carrying humanitarian aid and activists was bombed by drones in international waters off Malta early on Friday, its

Activist aid ship hit by drones on way to Gaza, NGO says
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As Trump moves to tax small parcels, some retailers give up on US

With the end of a U.S. tariff exemption for small parcels on Friday, some retailers have stopped selling to customers in the United States while others are seeking

As Trump moves to tax small parcels, some retailers give up on US
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Lebanon warns Hamas not to compromise its national security

Lebanon has warned Palestinian militant group Hamas not to conduct operations that compromise the country's security or sovereignty, Beirut's Supreme Defence Council said on Friday.

Lebanon warns Hamas not to compromise its national security
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Top UN court wraps a week of hearings on humanitarian aid to Gaza

The top United Nations court is wrapping a week of hearings on what Israel must do to ensure desperately needed humanitarian aid reaches Palestinians in Gaza and the occupied West Bank

Top UN court wraps a week of hearings on humanitarian aid to Gaza
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Prominent pastor notified books loaned to African American museum may be returned amid review

A prominent pastor and veteran of the Civil Rights Movement says he was told items he had loaned to the Smithsonian Institution would be under review for whether they should remain on display at the institution

Prominent pastor notified books loaned to African American museum may be returned amid review
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Trump ousts White House national security adviser Waltz, replaces him with Rubio

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Trump ousts White House national security adviser Waltz, replaces him with Rubio
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UN official urges Israel to lift aid blockade of Gaza and calls it 'cruel collective punishment'

The United Nations’ emergency relief coordinator is urging Israel to lift its blockade of aid into the Gaza Strip

UN official urges Israel to lift aid blockade of Gaza and calls it 'cruel collective punishment'
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Recent immigration arrests at courthouses around the country have advocates worried

A flurry of immigration enforcement activity at courthouses around the country in the past month has renewed a legal battle from President Donald Trump’s first term

Recent immigration arrests at courthouses around the country have advocates worried
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Tunisia leader's opponents, supporters stage rival rallies in sharp political split

Opponents of Tunisian President Kais Saied protested on the streets of Tunis on Thursday, accusing him of using the judiciary‮ ‬and police to suppress critics, while

Tunisia leader's opponents, supporters stage rival rallies in sharp political split
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Harris accuses Trump of abandoning American ideals in first major speech since leaving office

Harris accuses Trump of abandoning American ideals in first major speech since leaving office

Harris accuses Trump of abandoning American ideals in first major speech since leaving office
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US urges India and Pakistan to work with each other to reduce tensions

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US urges India and Pakistan to work with each other to reduce tensions
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First Canada, now Australia? Conservatives fear the Trump slump is spreading

First Canada, now Australia? Conservatives fear the Trump slump is spreading

First Canada, now Australia? Conservatives fear the Trump slump is spreading
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Pakistan says intelligence suggests Indian military action likely soon

Pakistan said on Wednesday it has "credible intelligence" that India intends to launch military action soon, as tensions between the nuclear-armed

Pakistan says intelligence suggests Indian military action likely soon
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US targets Iran with fresh sanctions ahead of next nuclear talks

The United States on Wednesday imposed sanctions on entities it accused of being involved in the illicit trade of Iranian petroleum and petrochemicals ahead

US targets Iran with fresh sanctions ahead of next nuclear talks
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Jordan wins Trump aid carve-out for strategic projects and support

Millions of dollars in U.S. grants for Jordan's largest water desalination project abruptly dried up when President Donald Trump announced sweeping cuts to

Jordan wins Trump aid carve-out for strategic projects and support
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Israel says it carried out operation against gunmen attacking Druze fighters in Syria

Israel says it carried out an attack in Syria on a group targeting members of a minority sect as a new round of clashes left at least 11 people dead

Israel says it carried out operation against gunmen attacking Druze fighters in Syria
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Switzerland to enact Hamas ban from May 15

A new Swiss law banning Hamas and related organisations will come into force on May 15, the government said on Wednesday, aiming to prevent the Palestinian militant group from using

Switzerland to enact Hamas ban from May 15
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Minutes to leave: Syria's Alawites evicted from private homes at gunpoint

Early one evening in late January, 12 masked men stormed the Damascus home of Um Hassan's family, pointed AK-47 assault rifles in their faces and ordered them to

Minutes to leave: Syria's Alawites evicted from private homes at gunpoint
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Trump administration dismisses Doug Emhoff, other Biden appointees from Holocaust Museum board

Trump administration dismisses Doug Emhoff, other Biden appointees from Holocaust Museum board

Trump administration dismisses Doug Emhoff, other Biden appointees from Holocaust Museum board
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Israel frees Gaza aid worker who went missing after deadly attack on colleagues, rescue service says

Israeli authorities freed a Palestinian emergency responder who went missing in late March when 15 humanitarian workers were killed in Gaza in an incident that drew worldwide

Israel frees Gaza aid worker who went missing after deadly attack on colleagues, rescue service says
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Gulf is 'dependent on a strong America', Eric Trump says

The Gulf region is dependent on a strong United States, and the whole region wants security so local economies can flourish, the U.S. president's son Eric Trump

Gulf is 'dependent on a strong America', Eric Trump says
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Israeli security chief says he’ll step down June 15, facing pressure from Netanyahu

Israeli security chief says he’ll step down June 15, facing pressure from Netanyahu

Israeli security chief says he’ll step down June 15, facing pressure from Netanyahu
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Turkey and Italy strengthen ties with trade and defense agreements

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni have witnessed the formal exchange of a dozen cooperation agreements including on defense

Turkey and Italy strengthen ties with trade and defense agreements
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France calls decision to ban French delegations from entering Israel 'unacceptable'

France's foreign ministry accused Israel's embassy of "unacceptable" behaviour on Tuesday after it banned two French groups, including elected officials, from visiting Israel and

France calls decision to ban French delegations from entering Israel 'unacceptable'
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Short of supplies, Gaza's vital community kitchens may soon shut, halt free meals

It took five hours of queuing at a community kitchen in Gaza's Nuseirat district for displaced grandmother Um

Short of supplies, Gaza's vital community kitchens may soon shut, halt free meals
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Israeli forces detain prominent Palestinian journalist in early morning West Bank raid

Israeli forces detain prominent Palestinian journalist in early morning West Bank raid

Israeli forces detain prominent Palestinian journalist in early morning West Bank raid
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Lacking aid, Syrians do what they can to rebuild devastated Aleppo

Moussa Hajj Khalil is among many Syrians rebuilding their homes from the rubble of the historic and economically important city of Aleppo, as Syria's new leaders

Lacking aid, Syrians do what they can to rebuild devastated Aleppo
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The Latest: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberals win election

The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation projects that Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal Party has won Canada’s federal election

The Latest: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberals win election
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Israel's domestic security chief says he will step down in June, defusing battle with Netanyahu

The head of Israel’s internal security service says he will resign in June over the failure of his agency to warn of Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, attacks

Israel's domestic security chief says he will step down in June, defusing battle with Netanyahu
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Pakistan defence minister says military incursion by India is imminent

Pakistan's defence minister said on Monday a military incursion by neighbouring India was imminent in the aftermath of a deadly militant attack on tourists in

Pakistan defence minister says military incursion by India is imminent
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Iran proposes meeting with Europeans before next talks with US, diplomats say

Iran has proposed meeting the European parties to a 2015 nuclear deal possibly in Rome this Friday if talks resume with the United States, four

Iran proposes meeting with Europeans before next talks with US, diplomats say
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The US campaign against Yemen's Houthis

The United States intensified strikes on Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis this year to stop attacks on Red Sea shipping, but rights activists have raised concerns over

The US campaign against Yemen's Houthis
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Etihad Airways shrugs off tariff turmoil, sees opportunities

Abu Dhabi's Etihad Airways is not seeing any effects from the turmoil caused by U.S.

Etihad Airways shrugs off tariff turmoil, sees opportunities
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Israel's Gaza aid blockade contested in World Court hearings

U.N. and Palestinian representatives at the International Court of Justice accused Israel of breaking international law by refusing to let aid into Gaza, on the

Israel's Gaza aid blockade contested in World Court hearings
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New York probes reported counter-protest assaults during Israeli official's visit

New York City Mayor Eric Adams said on Sunday that police were investigating a series of incidents that have erupted from clashing pro-Palestinian protests and

New York probes reported counter-protest assaults during Israeli official's visit
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World military spending hits $2.7 trillion in record 2024 surge

\World military expenditure reached $2.72 trillion in 2024, an increase of 9.4% from 2023 and the steepest year-on-year rise since at least the end of the Cold War, according to a

World military spending hits $2.7 trillion in record 2024 surge
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DeepMind UK staff plan to unionise and challenge deals with Israel links, FT reports

Google DeepMind staff in Britain plan to unionise to challenge the company's decision to sell its artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to defence groups with ties to the Israeli

DeepMind UK staff plan to unionise and challenge deals with Israel links, FT reports
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Federal judge says 2-year-old US citizen was deported with mother to Honduras

Federal judge says 2-year-old US citizen was deported with mother to Honduras

Federal judge says 2-year-old US citizen was deported with mother to Honduras
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Dozens arrested as the investigation that saw Istanbul's mayor jailed deepens

Police in Istanbul have detained 47 people in dawn raids linked to a corruption investigation that saw the city’s mayor imprisoned last month

Dozens arrested as the investigation that saw Istanbul's mayor jailed deepens
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What do 'expert level' talks signal for the progress of the Iran-US nuclear negotiations?

Negotiations between Iran and the United States over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program will move Saturday in Oman to what’s known as the “expert level” — a sign analysts say shows that the talks are moving forward rapidly

What do 'expert level' talks signal for the progress of the Iran-US nuclear negotiations?
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Long, fraught timeline of tensions between Iran and the US as nuclear negotiators to meet again

Iran and the United States will hold a third round of talks in Oman on Saturday over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program

Long, fraught timeline of tensions between Iran and the US as nuclear negotiators to meet again
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Fact check: It wasn’t ‘in jest.’ Here are 53 times Trump said he’d end Ukraine war within 24 hours or before taking office

Fact check: It wasn’t ‘in jest.’ Here are 53 times Trump said he’d end Ukraine war within 24 hours or before taking office

Fact check: It wasn’t ‘in jest.’ Here are 53 times Trump said he’d end Ukraine war within 24 hours or before taking office
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Iran sees missile programme as main sticking point in US talks

Iran sees its missile programme rather than its uranium enrichment as a bigger obstacle in nuclear talks with the United States that resume on

Iran sees missile programme as main sticking point in US talks
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Syrian president and Iraqi delegation discuss restoring oil pipeline via Syria

An Iraqi delegation met with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Damascus on Friday to discuss restoring an Iraqi oil pipeline through Syria to Mediterranean ports, the Iraqi state

Syrian president and Iraqi delegation discuss restoring oil pipeline via Syria
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Trump says he pushed Netanyahu on Gaza aid

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday that he pushed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to allow food and medicine into the devastated Gaza Strip.

Trump says he pushed Netanyahu on Gaza aid
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While the world watches Gaza, here is what’s happening in the West Bank

After the Hamas attack on Oct. 7, 2023, ignited the devastating war in Gaza, a deadly new reality also took hold for Palestinians in the occupied West Bank

While the world watches Gaza, here is what’s happening in the West Bank
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Houthi rebels have shot down 7 US Reaper drones worth $200 million in recent weeks

Houthi rebels in Yemen have shot down seven U.S. Reaper drones in less than six weeks

Houthi rebels have shot down 7 US Reaper drones worth $200 million in recent weeks
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Trump poised to offer Saudi Arabia over $100 billion arms package, sources say

The United States is poised to offer Saudi Arabia an arms package worth well over $100 billion, six sources with direct knowledge of the

Trump poised to offer Saudi Arabia over $100 billion arms package, sources say
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Palestinians establish vice presidency post, no candidate named yet

The Palestinian leadership approved the creation of the position of vice president of Mahmoud Abbas, and possibly his successor, on Thursday, a step widely seen as needed to

Palestinians establish vice presidency post, no candidate named yet
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Iran, France signal readiness for nuclear talks amid US negotiations

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Thursday he was ready to travel to Europe for talks on Tehran's nuclear programme, with France

Iran, France signal readiness for nuclear talks amid US negotiations
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Lebanon reprimands Iran envoy over comments on Hezbollah disarmament

Lebanon's foreign ministry reprimanded Tehran's ambassador to Beirut on Thursday over comments alleging that plans to disarm Iran-backed Lebanese militant group Hezbollah were a "

Lebanon reprimands Iran envoy over comments on Hezbollah disarmament
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Crimea is a focus of discussions to end Russia's war in Ukraine. Here's why it's so coveted

Russia’s illegal seizure of Crimea from Ukraine 11 years ago was quick and bloodless

Crimea is a focus of discussions to end Russia's war in Ukraine. Here's why it's so coveted
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Lebanon receives preliminary approval to increase World Bank loan to $400 million

Lebanon has received preliminary approval to increase the value of a World Bank reconstruction loan to $400 million from $250 million, Finance Minister Yassine Jaber said in a

Lebanon receives preliminary approval to increase World Bank loan to $400 million
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Germany, France, Britain call on Israel to allow aid into Gaza

The foreign ministers of Germany, France and Britain jointly called on Israel to adhere to international law by allowing the unhindered passage of humanitarian aid into Gaza, in a

Germany, France, Britain call on Israel to allow aid into Gaza
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IMF appoints first mission chief to Syria in 14 years

The International Monetary Fund has appointed Ron van Rooden as head of its mission to Syria, Syria's Finance Minister Mohammed Yosr Bernieh said in a written statement, making him

IMF appoints first mission chief to Syria in 14 years
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Palestinian president urges Hamas to lay down arms

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas called on Hamas on Wednesday to lay down arms and hand the running of Gaza to his Palestinian Authority,

Palestinian president urges Hamas to lay down arms
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Palestinian Authority president calls Hamas ‘sons of dogs,’ demands release of hostages and disarmament

Palestinian Authority president calls Hamas ‘sons of dogs,’ demands release of hostages and disarmament

Palestinian Authority president calls Hamas ‘sons of dogs,’ demands release of hostages and disarmament
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Yemen's Houthi rebels fire a missile at northern Israel, the first time for the group to reach there

Yemen’s Houthi rebels launched a missile toward northern Israel, the first-such attack by the group to reach the area as a monthlong intense U.S. airstrike campaign continues to target them

Yemen's Houthi rebels fire a missile at northern Israel, the first time for the group to reach there
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Hegseth pulled airstrike info from secure military channel for Signal posts

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is defending himself against a second assertion that he shared classified material through an unapproved and unsecured network

Hegseth pulled airstrike info from secure military channel for Signal posts
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US and Iran express optimism following second round of nuclear talks

US and Iran express optimism following second round of nuclear talks

US and Iran express optimism following second round of nuclear talks
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The US and Iran will resume nuclear talks on Saturday. Here’s what we know

The US and Iran will resume nuclear talks on Saturday. Here’s what we know

The US and Iran will resume nuclear talks on Saturday. Here’s what we know
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Mahmoud Khalil’s wife gives birth after ICE denied him temporary release to attend the delivery

Mahmoud Khalil’s wife gives birth after ICE denied him temporary release to attend the delivery

Mahmoud Khalil’s wife gives birth after ICE denied him temporary release to attend the delivery
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Israeli strikes kill 17 in Gaza and destroy heavy equipment needed to clear rubble

Israeli strikes have killed at least 17 Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, mostly women and children, and destroyed bulldozers and other heavy equipment that had been supplied by mediators to clear rubble

Israeli strikes kill 17 in Gaza and destroy heavy equipment needed to clear rubble
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Dubai's du announces 2 billion dirhams hyperscale data center deal with Microsoft

The Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company PJSC (du) on Tuesday announced a 2 billion dirhams ($544.54 million) hyperscale data center deal with Microsoft.

Dubai's du announces 2 billion dirhams hyperscale data center deal with Microsoft
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Israel optimistic on reaching trade deal with US, economy minister says

Israel is hopeful that it will reach a trade agreement with the United States before a pause to a barrage of U.S. tariffs on global imports expires on July 9

Israel optimistic on reaching trade deal with US, economy minister says
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Iran, US to hold expert-level talks on Saturday, not Wednesday, Tehran says

Expert-level Iran-U.S. talks that were supposed to take place on Wednesday will be shifted to Saturday, Tehran's foreign ministry spokesperson said, with a third round of high-level

Iran, US to hold expert-level talks on Saturday, not Wednesday, Tehran says
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China says Iran's foreign minister will visit on Wednesday

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araqchi will visit China on April 23 at the invitation of China, the Chinese foreign ministry announced on Tuesday.

China says Iran's foreign minister will visit on Wednesday
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Antisemitic incidents, partly fueled by campus protests, reached record-breaking high in 2024, according to the ADL

Antisemitic incidents, partly fueled by campus protests, reached record-breaking high in 2024, according to the ADL

Antisemitic incidents, partly fueled by campus protests, reached record-breaking high in 2024, according to the ADL
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Sharks drew crowds who swam with them off Israel's coast — until one man disappeared

Israeli police have been scouring the Mediterranean coast for a swimmer they fear may have been attacked by a shark

Sharks drew crowds who swam with them off Israel's coast — until one man disappeared
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US targets Iranian LPG magnate with sanctions, Treasury says

The United States issued new sanctions on Tuesday targeting Iranian liquefied petroleum gas magnate Seyed Asadoollah Emamjomeh and his corporate network, the Treasury Department

US targets Iranian LPG magnate with sanctions, Treasury says
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Anti-Defamation League says anger at Israel is now the driving force behind antisemitism in the US

The Anti-Defamation League says the number of antisemitic incidents in the United States reached a record high last year

Anti-Defamation League says anger at Israel is now the driving force behind antisemitism in the US
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Russia's Putin discusses US-Iran nuclear talks with leader of Oman

Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed Iran's nuclear programme on Tuesday with the visiting leader of Oman, Sultan Haitham bin Tariq al-Said, a Kremlin official was quoted as

Russia's Putin discusses US-Iran nuclear talks with leader of Oman
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Israel steps up Gaza strikes; polio vaccination halted by blockade

The Israeli military launched one of the biggest waves of strikes in Gaza for weeks on Tuesday, residents said, and health officials issued a new warning that

Israel steps up Gaza strikes; polio vaccination halted by blockade
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IMF cuts Saudi 2025 growth forecast, flags slower oil rebound as a drag on region

The International Monetary Fund on Tuesday lowered its 2025 GDP growth forecast for Saudi Arabia, while flagging headwinds for the broader region, including a more

IMF cuts Saudi 2025 growth forecast, flags slower oil rebound as a drag on region
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Defending migrants was a priority for Pope Francis from the earliest days of his papacy

The plight of migrants was one of Pope Francis’ top priorities

Defending migrants was a priority for Pope Francis from the earliest days of his papacy
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Outpouring of grief over Pope Francis' death in largest Muslim-majority country Indonesia

Pope Francis's death has elicited an outpouring of grief in Indonesia, with tributes in the world's largest Muslim-majority country praising the pontiff's

Outpouring of grief over Pope Francis' death in largest Muslim-majority country Indonesia
MidEast|World

For Iraqi Christians, Pope Francis' visit was a rare moment of hope

The death of Pope Francis has sent shockwaves through Iraq’s Christian community, where his presence once brought hope after one of the darkest chapters in the country’s recent history

For Iraqi Christians, Pope Francis' visit was a rare moment of hope
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In Dubai's Gold Souk, bullion's record run brings little joy for jewellers

In the bustling Gold Souk in Dubai, dubbed the "City of Gold", 22-karat gold jewellery is a traditional favourite for weddings, religious celebrations, and as a family

In Dubai's Gold Souk, bullion's record run brings little joy for jewellers
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Retired colonel reacts to reports Hegseth shared detailed military plans in second Signal chat

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth shared detailed plans about a military operation against the Houthis in Yemen on a second Signal group chat that included his wife, lawyer and brother, three people familiar with the chat told CNN. Former Biden administration Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh and CNN military analyst retired US Air Force Col. Cedric Leighton join Jessica Dean to discuss.

Retired colonel reacts to reports Hegseth shared detailed military plans in second Signal chat
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Oil falls over 2% on signs of progress in US-Iran talks, demand fears

Oil prices fell more than 2% on Monday on signs of progress in talks between the U.S. and Iran, while investors remained concerned about economic headwinds from

Oil falls over 2% on signs of progress in US-Iran talks, demand fears
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Trump stands behind Hegseth after attack plans shared in second Signal chat

President Donald Trump said on Monday that he stood behind U.S.

Trump stands behind Hegseth after attack plans shared in second Signal chat
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Hegseth had a second Signal chat where he shared details of Yemen strike, New York Times reports

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth created another Signal messaging chat that included his wife and brother where he shared similar details of a March military airstrike against Yemen’s Houthi militants that were sent in another chain with top Trump administration leaders

Hegseth had a second Signal chat where he shared details of Yemen strike, New York Times reports
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Pope's frequent calls to a Catholic church made him a revered figure in war-battered Gaza

In the last 18 months of his life, Pope Francis had a frequent ritual: He would call the lone Catholic church in the Gaza Strip to see how people huddled inside were coping with a devastating war

Pope's frequent calls to a Catholic church made him a revered figure in war-battered Gaza
MidEast|Political|US

White House denies report it is searching for new defense secretary

The White House on Monday denied a report that it has begun searching for a new defense secretary after Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth reportedly shared details of a U.S. attack on Yemen's

White House denies report it is searching for new defense secretary
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White House voices support for Hegseth as a new Signal chat revelation stirs fresh Pentagon turmoil

The White House has expressed support for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth following media reports that he shared sensitive military details in another Signal messaging chat that included his wife and brother

White House voices support for Hegseth as a new Signal chat revelation stirs fresh Pentagon turmoil
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Gaza rescue service dismisses Israeli probe into killing of medics as a 'fabricated investigation'

The main Palestinian rescue service in Gaza has condemned Israel’s probe into the killings of 15 medical workers last month, calling it a “fabricated investigation.”

Gaza rescue service dismisses Israeli probe into killing of medics as a 'fabricated investigation'
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US airstrikes killed 12 people in Yemen’s capital, the Houthi rebels say

U.S. airstrikes targeting Yemen’s capital killed 12 people and wounded 34 others, the Houthi rebels said early Monday

US airstrikes killed 12 people in Yemen’s capital, the Houthi rebels say
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Palestinian Red Crescent says Israeli probe into Gaza aid workers' killings not enough

The Palestinian Red Crescent called on Monday for a "serious investigation" into the killing of 15 aid workers in Gaza last month, a day after the Israeli military

Palestinian Red Crescent says Israeli probe into Gaza aid workers' killings not enough
MidEast|Political

Israeli spy chief hands court scathing rebuke of Netanyahu bid to sack him

The head of Israel's domestic intelligence service said on Monday that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bid to sack him followed his refusal to fulfil requests

Israeli spy chief hands court scathing rebuke of Netanyahu bid to sack him
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Hegseth shared detailed military plans in second Signal chat that included his wife and brother

Hegseth shared detailed military plans in second Signal chat that included his wife and brother

Hegseth shared detailed military plans in second Signal chat that included his wife and brother
MidEast|Political|World

Gaza's Christians 'heartbroken' for pope who phoned them nightly

Members of Gaza's tiny Christian community said they were "heartbroken" on Monday at the death of Pope Francis, who campaigned for peace

Gaza's Christians 'heartbroken' for pope who phoned them nightly
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Global tributes pour in to honor Pope Francis after his death

Tributes to Pope Francis are pouring in from around the world

Global tributes pour in to honor Pope Francis after his death
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Saudi Aramco signs development deal with China's EV giant BYD

Saudi oil giant Aramco signed a joint development agreement with Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer BYD to explore collaboration in the development of new

Saudi Aramco signs development deal with China's EV giant BYD
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All 5 members of Bank of Israel monetary policy committee backed leaving rates unchanged

All five members of the Bank of Israel's Monetary Policy Committee voted to keep the benchmark interest rate unchanged at 4.5% on April 7, according to minutes of the meeting

All 5 members of Bank of Israel monetary policy committee backed leaving rates unchanged
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

Lawful permanent residents like Mahmoud Khalil have a right to freedom of speech – but does that protect them from deportation?

The Trump administration says it can deport noncitizen students that create foreign security threats. The Supreme Court might ultimately decide the limits of these residents’ free speech.

Lawful permanent residents like Mahmoud Khalil have a right to freedom of speech – but does that protect them from deportation?
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast

Gulf issuers plan more debt sales, undeterred by recent market turmoil, sources say

Gulf issuers, including Saudi Arabia's $925 billion sovereign wealth fund, are working on a round of bond offerings, according to sources,

Gulf issuers plan more debt sales, undeterred by recent market turmoil, sources say
MidEast|Sports

Max Verstappen says ‘people can’t handle the full truth’ after Saudi Arabia time-penalty

Max Verstappen says ‘people can’t handle the full truth’ after Saudi Arabia time-penalty

Max Verstappen says ‘people can’t handle the full truth’ after Saudi Arabia time-penalty
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Iran's top diplomat to visit China on Tuesday

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi will visit China on Tuesday, foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said on Monday, ahead of a third round of nuclear talks between

Iran's top diplomat to visit China on Tuesday
MidEast|Political|US

Pentagon chief Hegseth shared sensitive Yemen war plans in second Signal chat, source says

U.S.

Pentagon chief Hegseth shared sensitive Yemen war plans in second Signal chat, source says
Education|Health|MidEast|Political|US

Trump threatens to cut another $1 billion in Harvard funding, WSJ reports

U.S.

Trump threatens to cut another $1 billion in Harvard funding, WSJ reports
MidEast|Sports|World

McLaren driver Oscar Piastri wins F1's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix to take overall lead

Oscar Piastri went top of the Formula 1 standings with victory at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix on Sunday

McLaren driver Oscar Piastri wins F1's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix to take overall lead
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli probe into the killings of 15 Palestinian medics in Gaza finds 'professional failures'

An Israeli investigation into the killings of 15 Palestinian medics last month in Gaza by Israeli forces says it has found “professional failures.”

Israeli probe into the killings of 15 Palestinian medics in Gaza finds 'professional failures'
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Russia-Ukraine war: US says it would welcome extension of ceasefire

The U.S.

Russia-Ukraine war: US says it would welcome extension of ceasefire
MidEast|Political|US

Ousted Pentagon officials question leak investigation claims

Dan Caldwell, once one of U.S.

Ousted Pentagon officials question leak investigation claims
Crime|MidEast|World

‘Professional failures’ led to killing of Palestinian medics in Gaza, says Israeli military

‘Professional failures’ led to killing of Palestinian medics in Gaza, says Israeli military

‘Professional failures’ led to killing of Palestinian medics in Gaza, says Israeli military
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israel's military finds 'professional failures' in killings of Gaza medics

The Israeli military on Sunday said a review into last month's killing of emergency responders in Gaza found there had been "

Israel's military finds 'professional failures' in killings of Gaza medics
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Lebanese authorities detain people they say were planning rocket attacks on Israel

Lebanese authorities have detained several people who were allegedly planning to launch rockets into Israel and seized the weapons

Lebanese authorities detain people they say were planning rocket attacks on Israel
Economy|Food|MidEast|Political|World

First wheat shipment since Assad's ouster arrives in Syria's Latakia

A ship carrying wheat has arrived in Syria's Latakia port, the first delivery of its kind since former President Bashar al-Assad was ousted by rebels in December, the government said

First wheat shipment since Assad's ouster arrives in Syria's Latakia
Europe|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Pope wishes ‘Happy Easter’ to delighted crowds at Vatican after briefly meeting Vance

Pope wishes ‘Happy Easter’ to delighted crowds at Vatican after briefly meeting Vance

Pope wishes ‘Happy Easter’ to delighted crowds at Vatican after briefly meeting Vance
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Pope Francis greets cheering Easter crowds from popemobile as he recovers from pneumonia

Pope Francis entered St.

Pope Francis greets cheering Easter crowds from popemobile as he recovers from pneumonia
Europe|MidEast|Political|US

Thousands of protesters rally against Trump across US

Thousands of protesters rallied in Washington and other cities across the U.S. on Saturday to voice their opposition to President Donald Trump's policies on

Thousands of protesters rally against Trump across US
MidEast|Political|US|World

Father of American hostage in Gaza hopeful he is still alive

The father of a U.S.-Israeli hostage held in Gaza said on Saturday he remains hopeful his 21-year-old son was still alive after Hamas said it could not account for his

Father of American hostage in Gaza hopeful he is still alive
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Ukraine, Russia swap POWs, other prisoners involving more than 500 people

Ukraine and Russia conducted a swap of more than 500 prisoners of war on Saturday, the latest in a series of exchanges since Russia launched a full-scale invasion more than three years

Ukraine, Russia swap POWs, other prisoners involving more than 500 people
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Harvard says Trump administration doubled down after sending letter reported as unauthorized

Harvard said on Saturday the Trump administration was "doubling down" on far-reaching demands on the university despite a published report that government

Harvard says Trump administration doubled down after sending letter reported as unauthorized
MidEast|Political|World

Israel's Netanyahu says military to increase pressure on Hamas

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Saturday he had instructed the military to intensify pressure on

Israel's Netanyahu says military to increase pressure on Hamas
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Netanyahu says Israel has 'no choice' but to continue fighting in Gaza

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel has “no choice” but to continue fighting in Gaza

Netanyahu says Israel has 'no choice' but to continue fighting in Gaza
MidEast|Political|World

Netanyahu vows to continue war in Gaza despite growing opposition at home

Netanyahu vows to continue war in Gaza despite growing opposition at home

Netanyahu vows to continue war in Gaza despite growing opposition at home
MidEast|Political|US|World

Yemen's Houthi rebels report US strikes in the capital and a coastal city

Yemen's Houthi rebels say the U.S. military has launched a series of airstrikes on the capital, Sanaa, and a rebel-held coastal city

Yemen's Houthi rebels report US strikes in the capital and a coastal city
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

US and Iran say talks over Tehran's nuclear program make progress and set plans for more

Iran and the United States plan to meet over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program again next week, after both sides said they made progress in their talks in Rome

US and Iran say talks over Tehran's nuclear program make progress and set plans for more
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

Deadly US airstrike on Yemeni oil port escalates Trump's campaign against the Houthis

Yemen’s Houthi rebels say U.S. airstrikes targeting oil port killed at least 74 people and injured at least 171 others

Deadly US airstrike on Yemeni oil port escalates Trump's campaign against the Houthis
MidEast|Political|US|World

Yemen’s Houthis vow to continue attacks after more than 70 killed in US airstrikes on port

Yemen’s Houthis vow to continue attacks after more than 70 killed in US airstrikes on port

Yemen’s Houthis vow to continue attacks after more than 70 killed in US airstrikes on port
Arts|Entertainment|MidEast|World

Gaza journalist featured in new Cannes documentary killed in Israeli airstrike

Gaza journalist featured in new Cannes documentary killed in Israeli airstrike

Gaza journalist featured in new Cannes documentary killed in Israeli airstrike
Education|MidEast|Political|US

International students are being told by email that their visas are revoked and that they must ‘self-deport.’ What to know

International students are being told by email that their visas are revoked and that they must ‘self-deport.’ What to know

International students are being told by email that their visas are revoked and that they must ‘self-deport.’ What to know
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Russia's Putin declares unilateral Easter ceasefire in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a surprise one-day ceasefire in Ukraine on Saturday for Easter, but Kyiv said Russian forces continued artillery fire and

Russia's Putin declares unilateral Easter ceasefire in Ukraine
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Tunisian opposition figures sentenced to up to 66 years in prison

Tunisian media say a court has sentenced leading opposition figures to between 13 and 66 years in prison

Tunisian opposition figures sentenced to up to 66 years in prison
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Taliban minister expresses concern to Pakistan over Afghan repatriation drive

The Taliban's acting foreign minister on Saturday expressed "concern and sadness" during a rare meeting with Pakistan's

Taliban minister expresses concern to Pakistan over Afghan repatriation drive
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Oman's sultan to meet Putin in Moscow after Iran-US talks

Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq al-Said is set to visit Moscow on Monday, days after the start of a round of Muscat-mediated nuclear talks between the U.S. and Iran.

Oman's sultan to meet Putin in Moscow after Iran-US talks
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran, US task experts with framework for a nuclear deal after 'progress' in talks

Iran and the United States agreed on Saturday to begin drawing up a framework for a potential nuclear deal, Iran's foreign minister said, after talks that a U.S.

Iran, US task experts with framework for a nuclear deal after 'progress' in talks
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political

Tunisia hands lengthy prison terms to opposition leaders on conspiracy charges

A Tunisian court on Saturday handed jail terms of 13 to 66 years to opposition leaders, businessmen and lawyers on charges of conspiring, a case the

Tunisia hands lengthy prison terms to opposition leaders on conspiracy charges
MidEast|Political|US|World

Israel still eyeing a limited attack on Iran's nuclear facilities

Israel has not ruled out an attack on Iran's nuclear facilities in the coming months despite President Donald Trump telling Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

Israel still eyeing a limited attack on Iran's nuclear facilities
MidEast|Political|US|World

What to know about the tensions between Iran and the US before their third round of talks

Iran and the United States will hold talks Saturday in Oman, their third round of negotiations over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program

What to know about the tensions between Iran and the US before their third round of talks
MidEast|Political|US|World

Israeli strikes kill at least 25 in Gaza and Huckabee makes first appearance as US ambassador

Israeli airstrikes across Gaza have killed at least 25 people including children as the new U.S. ambassador to Israel made his first public appearance in Jerusalem

Israeli strikes kill at least 25 in Gaza and Huckabee makes first appearance as US ambassador
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran says nuclear deal is possible if Washington is realistic

Iran believes reaching an agreement on its nuclear programme with the United States is possible as long as Washington is realistic, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Friday on

Iran says nuclear deal is possible if Washington is realistic
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Tufts student challenging immigration arrest must be moved to Vermont, US judge rules

A federal judge ordered President Donald Trump's administration on Friday to transfer a Tufts University student being held in Louisiana to Vermont while he weighs her

Tufts student challenging immigration arrest must be moved to Vermont, US judge rules
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Judge says detained Tufts student must be transferred from Louisiana to Vermont

A federal judge has ordered that a Tufts University student from Turkey who was detained by immigration authorities in March be brought to Vermont

Judge says detained Tufts student must be transferred from Louisiana to Vermont
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Lawsuit challenges Trump administration crackdown on international students

A class action lawsuit filed Friday asks a federal court to reinstate the legal status of international students caught up in a Trump administration crackdown that has left more than a thousand fearful of deportation

Lawsuit challenges Trump administration crackdown on international students
MidEast|Political|US|World

U.S. congressmen visit Syria in first trip since Assad's ouster

Two U.S.

U.S. congressmen visit Syria in first trip since Assad's ouster
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Tunisian court set to rule in conspiracy trial, lawyers protest

A Tunisian court is set to issue a ruling in the conspiracy case against prominent opponents, as lawyers protested and described the trial as a farce, while others

Tunisian court set to rule in conspiracy trial, lawyers protest
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump’s ‘lone ranger’: How Steve Witkoff became the de facto point man on America’s foreign policy challenges

Trump’s ‘lone ranger’: How Steve Witkoff became the de facto point man on America’s foreign policy challenges

Trump’s ‘lone ranger’: How Steve Witkoff became the de facto point man on America’s foreign policy challenges
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran seeks Russia's support for its nuclear talks with US

Iran has sought support from Russia over a possible deal with Washington over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program, ahead of a second round of talks this weekend in Rome

Iran seeks Russia's support for its nuclear talks with US
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast

KKR among asset managers vying for Abu Dhabi's district cooling business, sources say

KKR and I Squared Capital are among global asset managers bidding for a district cooling business owned by Abu Dhabi's Multiply Group, part

KKR among asset managers vying for Abu Dhabi's district cooling business, sources say
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political

UN development arm plans for $1.3bln in help for Syria, top official says

The United Nations Development Programme is hoping to deliver $1.3 billion over three years to support war-ravaged Syria, including by rebuilding

UN development arm plans for $1.3bln in help for Syria, top official says
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Trump administration seeks records from Harvard on foreign funding and ties

President Donald Trump's administration said on Friday it sought Harvard University's records on foreign funding going back a decade and on some foreign ties,

Trump administration seeks records from Harvard on foreign funding and ties
MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran wants guarantees Trump will not quit a new nuclear pact, Iranian official says

Iran told the United States in talks last week it was ready to accept some limits on its uranium enrichment but needed watertight guarantees President Donald Trump

Iran wants guarantees Trump will not quit a new nuclear pact, Iranian official says
MidEast|Political|US|World

Deadliest US strike in Yemen kills 74 at oil terminal, Houthis say

U.S. strikes on Yemen's Ras Isa fuel terminal on the Red Sea coast have killed at least 74 people in the deadliest attack since the U.S. started its bombing campaign against

Deadliest US strike in Yemen kills 74 at oil terminal, Houthis say
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli strikes hit dozens of targets in Gaza as ceasefire efforts stall

Israeli airstrikes hit about 40 targets across the Gaza Strip over the past day, the military said on Friday, hours after Hamas rejected an Israeli ceasefire

Israeli strikes hit dozens of targets in Gaza as ceasefire efforts stall
MidEast|Political|World

Herders under growing pressure as West Bank settlers encroach on grazing land

Fatima Abu Naim, a mother of five, lives in a hillside cave in the occupied West Bank, under increasing pressure from Jewish

Herders under growing pressure as West Bank settlers encroach on grazing land
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey begins mass trials following protests over Istanbul mayor’s detention

Turkey begins mass trials following protests over Istanbul mayor’s detention

Turkey begins mass trials following protests over Istanbul mayor’s detention
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Portrait of a wounded Palestinian boy wins Press Photo of the Year

Portrait of a wounded Palestinian boy wins Press Photo of the Year

Portrait of a wounded Palestinian boy wins Press Photo of the Year
Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political

Turkey's Simsek says disinflation to continue, FX pass-through limited

Turkish Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek said on Friday that disinflation would continue despite some recent deterioration in expectations, adding that the

Turkey's Simsek says disinflation to continue, FX pass-through limited
Asia|Crime|Food|MidEast|Political|World

Over 170 arrested for attacks on Pakistan KFC outlets in Gaza war protests

Police have arrested scores of people in Pakistan in recent weeks after more than 10 mob attacks on outlets of U.S. fast-food chain KFC, sparked by anti-United States

Over 170 arrested for attacks on Pakistan KFC outlets in Gaza war protests
Business|MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran-US talks over Tehran's nuclear program hinge on a billionaire and a seasoned diplomat

As far as biographies go, the two men in charge of the delicate negotiations between Iran and the United States over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program couldn’t be more different

Iran-US talks over Tehran's nuclear program hinge on a billionaire and a seasoned diplomat
MidEast|Political|World

Protest letters from former Israeli soldiers lay bare profound rifts over the ongoing war

When nearly 1,000 Israeli Air Force veterans signed an open letter last week calling for an end to the war in Gaza, the military responded immediately, saying it would dismiss any active reservist who signed the document

Protest letters from former Israeli soldiers lay bare profound rifts over the ongoing war
MidEast|Political|US|World

With his promises of peace unmet in Gaza and Ukraine, Trump may find Iran just as tough

With his campaign promises unfulfilled to quickly bring peace to Gaza and Ukraine, U.S.

With his promises of peace unmet in Gaza and Ukraine, Trump may find Iran just as tough
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Hamas says it is ready to release all remaining hostages for an end to Gaza war

Hamas wants a comprehensive deal to end the war in Gaza and swap all Israeli hostages for Palestinians jailed in Israel, a senior official from the Palestinian

Hamas says it is ready to release all remaining hostages for an end to Gaza war
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump administration orders Gaza-linked social media vetting for visa applicants

The Trump administration on Thursday ordered a social media vetting for all U.S. visa applicants who have been to the Gaza Strip on or after January 1, 2007, an

Trump administration orders Gaza-linked social media vetting for visa applicants
Economy|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Thousands of Gaza children are malnourished under Israel's food blockade, aid groups say

Aid groups are raising new alarm over Israel’s blockade of the war-ravaged Gaza Strip

Thousands of Gaza children are malnourished under Israel's food blockade, aid groups say
MidEast|Political|US|World

UN nuclear watchdog says US-Iran talks at a 'very crucial' stage

Talks between Iran and the United States over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program are “in a very crucial” stage

UN nuclear watchdog says US-Iran talks at a 'very crucial' stage
Education|MidEast|Political|US

As demonstrators accuse Trump of undermining universities, he calls Harvard 'a disgrace'

Hundreds of students, faculty and community members on a California campus booed on Thursday as speakers accused the administration of President 

As demonstrators accuse Trump of undermining universities, he calls Harvard 'a disgrace'
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

Suspect charged with hate crime in attack on two Jewish students in Chicago

A suspect was charged with a hate crime for a November attack on two Jewish students who were demonstrating in support of Israel at Chicago's DePaul University

Suspect charged with hate crime in attack on two Jewish students in Chicago
MidEast|Political|US|World

US to withdraw 600 troops from Syria, leaving fewer than 1,000 to help counter IS militants

The U.S. will withdraw about 600 troops from Syria, leaving fewer than 1,000 to work with Kurdish allies to counter the Islamic State group

US to withdraw 600 troops from Syria, leaving fewer than 1,000 to help counter IS militants
MidEast|Political|World

Hamas rejects ceasefire offer as far-right Israeli lawmakers call for escalation in Gaza

Hamas rejects ceasefire offer as far-right Israeli lawmakers call for escalation in Gaza

Hamas rejects ceasefire offer as far-right Israeli lawmakers call for escalation in Gaza
MidEast|Political|World

Iraqi and Syrian leaders meet in Qatar, marking a significant first encounter

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani met on Thursday in Qatar with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, the first encounter between the two leaders, Iraqi and Syrian state news

Iraqi and Syrian leaders meet in Qatar, marking a significant first encounter
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

US hails 'encouraging reception' for peace framework from Europeans, Ukraine

U.S.

US hails 'encouraging reception' for peace framework from Europeans, Ukraine
Food|MidEast|Political|US

State Department says life-saving wheat headed for Yemen won’t go to waste and US may redirect ship after CNN reporting

State Department says life-saving wheat headed for Yemen won’t go to waste and US may redirect ship after CNN reporting

State Department says life-saving wheat headed for Yemen won’t go to waste and US may redirect ship after CNN reporting
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|US

Oil posts weekly gain on trade deal hopes, new Iran sanctions

Oil prices settled more than 3% higher on Thursday, supported by hopes for a trade deal between the United States and the European Union and new U.S. sanctions to

Oil posts weekly gain on trade deal hopes, new Iran sanctions
MidEast|Political|World

Thousands of Jewish worshippers visit Jerusalem holy site as Israeli lawmaker boasts ‘Arabs aren’t allowed to come near us’

Thousands of Jewish worshippers visit Jerusalem holy site as Israeli lawmaker boasts ‘Arabs aren’t allowed to come near us’

Thousands of Jewish worshippers visit Jerusalem holy site as Israeli lawmaker boasts ‘Arabs aren’t allowed to come near us’
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says he is in no rush to attack Iran over nuclear program

President Donald Trump on Thursday said he was in no hurry to launch an attack on Iran over its nuclear program, a day ahead of U.S.-Iran talks in Rome.

Trump says he is in no rush to attack Iran over nuclear program
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

ICC opens inquiry into Hungary for failing to arrest Netanyahu

Judges at the International Criminal Court have asked Hungary to explain why it failed to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu when he visited Budapest earlier this month

ICC opens inquiry into Hungary for failing to arrest Netanyahu
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast

Egypt cuts interest rates for first time since 2020

Egypt's central bank lowered interest rates by 225 basis points on Thursday, its first cut since November 2020, a decision mostly driven by inflation plunging as uncertainty about

Egypt cuts interest rates for first time since 2020
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

ICE has broad power to detain and arrest noncitizens – but is still bound by constitutional limits

The 1952 Immigration and Nationality Act gives ICE broad power, including the right to arrest many noncitizens. The extent of this power is now being tested.

ICE has broad power to detain and arrest noncitizens – but is still bound by constitutional limits
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Russia removes Afghan Taliban from list of banned terrorist groups

Russia on Thursday suspended its ban on the Taliban, which it had designated for more than two decades as a terrorist organisation, in a move that paves the way for Moscow to

Russia removes Afghan Taliban from list of banned terrorist groups
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Saudi defence minister arrives in Tehran ahead of Iran-US talks

Saudi Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman arrived in Tehran on Thursday for meetings with officials in a visit ahead of weekend talks between Iran and the United States over the

Saudi defence minister arrives in Tehran ahead of Iran-US talks
MidEast|Political|World

Iran's Khamenei sends letter to Putin ahead of talks with US

Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei sent his foreign minister to Moscow on Thursday with a letter for President Vladimir Putin to brief

Iran's Khamenei sends letter to Putin ahead of talks with US
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Russia’s top court lifts terror group designation on Afghanistan’s Taliban

Russia’s Supreme Court has lifted a ban on Afghanistan’s Taliban, who were designated as a terrorist group more than two decades ago

Russia’s top court lifts terror group designation on Afghanistan’s Taliban
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Qatari emir offers encouragement to Putin on prospects for Syria ties

Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani told Russian President Vladimir Putin at talks in the Kremlin on Thursday that Syria's new leader was keen to build

Qatari emir offers encouragement to Putin on prospects for Syria ties
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Saudi defense minister visits Iran in highest-level trip in decades as nuclear talks proceed

Saudi defense minister visits Iran in highest-level trip in decades as nuclear talks proceed

Saudi defense minister visits Iran in highest-level trip in decades as nuclear talks proceed
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets

Turkish central bank surprises with rate hike to 46% after market turmoil

Turkey's central bank hiked its key interest rate by 350 basis points to 46% on Thursday, in a surprise move that reversed an easing cycle and

Turkish central bank surprises with rate hike to 46% after market turmoil
Lifestyle|MidEast|Political|US|World

When resettlement programs were cut, Philadelphia area neighbors stepped up to help Afghan refugee

When resettlement programs were cut, Philadelphia area neighbors stepped up to help Afghan refugee

When resettlement programs were cut, Philadelphia area neighbors stepped up to help Afghan refugee
MidEast|Political|US|World

UN nuclear watchdog says it should be involved in Iran, US nuclear talks

The UN nuclear watchdog should play a role in nuclear talks between Tehran and Washington, International Atomic Energy Agency chief Rafael Grossi said on Thursday, ahead of a second

UN nuclear watchdog says it should be involved in Iran, US nuclear talks
MidEast|Political|World

UAE, Saudi Arabia deny reports of involvement in talks about land offensive in Yemen

The United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia on Wednesday denied media reports they were involved in talks with the U.S. over a possible land offensive by military factions in Yemen

UAE, Saudi Arabia deny reports of involvement in talks about land offensive in Yemen
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Lebanon detains several people on suspicion of firing rockets at Israel

The Lebanese military says it has detained several people linked to firing rockets into Israel last month

Lebanon detains several people on suspicion of firing rockets at Israel
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Portrait of Palestinian boy who lost both arms is World Press Photo of the year for 2025

A portrait of a young Palestinian boy who lost both arms as a result of an Israeli attack in Gaza has been named World Press Photo of the year

Portrait of Palestinian boy who lost both arms is World Press Photo of the year for 2025
Environment|MidEast|Political|World

The unexploded bombs of Gaza

The Gaza Strip is strewn with undetonated explosives from tens of thousands of Israeli air strikes,

The unexploded bombs of Gaza
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Operation Assad: the air mission to smuggle the Syrian despot's valuables

As his enemies closed in on Damascus, Bashar al-Assad, who ruled over Syria with an iron fist for 24

Operation Assad: the air mission to smuggle the Syrian despot's valuables
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

US' Rubio will meet French foreign minister on Thursday, source says

U.S.

US' Rubio will meet French foreign minister on Thursday, source says
MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran confirms that the 2nd round of nuclear talks with the US will be in Rome

Iranian state television has confirmed that the second round of Iran-U.S. nuclear talks will be held in Rome after earlier confusion over where the negotiations would take place

Iran confirms that the 2nd round of nuclear talks with the US will be in Rome
MidEast|Political|US

Trump opposed a planned Israeli strike on Iranian nuclear sites, New York Times reports

U.S.

Trump opposed a planned Israeli strike on Iranian nuclear sites, New York Times reports
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Putin meets freed Russian Gaza hostages, says ties with Palestinians helped

Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin on Wednesday met Russian nationals freed from captivity in the Gaza strip after militant group Hamas' October 2023 attacks on Israel and said Moscow's

Putin meets freed Russian Gaza hostages, says ties with Palestinians helped
MidEast|Political|World

Israel says it will keep troops in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria indefinitely. What does that mean?

Israel’s defense minister says its troops will remain in so-called security zones in the Gaza Strip, Lebanon and Syria indefinitely, after Israel unilaterally expanded its frontiers in the war unleashed by Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, attack

Israel says it will keep troops in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria indefinitely. What does that mean?
MidEast|Political|World

Israeli defense minister says troops will remain in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria indefinitely

Israel’s defense minister says troops will remain in so-called security zones in the Gaza Strip, Lebanon and Syria indefinitely

Israeli defense minister says troops will remain in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria indefinitely
Americas|MidEast|World

Dog reunites with Israeli family after disappearing for 18 months in Gaza

A dog has been reunited with an Israeli family after the pet vanished for 18 months in Gaza

Dog reunites with Israeli family after disappearing for 18 months in Gaza
Asia|Business|Finance|MidEast|Political|US|World

US issues new sanctions targeting Chinese importers of Iranian oil

The United States on Wednesday issued new sanctions targeting Iran's oil exports, including against a China-based "teapot" oil refinery, as President Donald

US issues new sanctions targeting Chinese importers of Iranian oil
MidEast|Political|US

US State Department closing office aimed at countering foreign disinformation

U.S.

US State Department closing office aimed at countering foreign disinformation
Asia|Business|Finance|MidEast|Political|US|World

US imposes sanctions on a Chinese refinery accused of buying Iranian oil

The Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on a Chinese oil refinery that's accused of purchasing more than $1 billion worth of Iranian oil

US imposes sanctions on a Chinese refinery accused of buying Iranian oil
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Sudanese paramilitary group says its forming a rival government

A notorious paramilitary group fighting against the Sudanese military says its forming a rival government that will rule parts of the country controlled by the group, including the western Darfur region

Sudanese paramilitary group says its forming a rival government
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Lebanese army says it detained suspects in March attacks on Israel, no mention of Hezbollah

The Lebanese army said on Wednesday it had detained a number of Palestinians and Lebanese suspected of involvement in two attacks from the country on Israel in March and did not

Lebanese army says it detained suspects in March attacks on Israel, no mention of Hezbollah
Crime|MidEast|Political|US

Pennsylvania governor's mansion arson attack suspect says treatment of Palestinians was motive, police say

The man charged with setting fire to the Pennsylvania governor's mansion while the governor and his family were there sleeping told police he did it because of the governor's

Pennsylvania governor's mansion arson attack suspect says treatment of Palestinians was motive, police say
Crime|MidEast|Political|US

Suspect in arson at Pennsylvania governor’s home targeted the governor for his views on war in Gaza, warrant says

Suspect in arson at Pennsylvania governor’s home targeted the governor for his views on war in Gaza, warrant says

Suspect in arson at Pennsylvania governor’s home targeted the governor for his views on war in Gaza, warrant says
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

No final agreement at London Sudan conference with Arab powers at odds

A top Emirati diplomat said the Gulf state was disappointed at the failure of a London conference this week to find consensus on ending the

No final agreement at London Sudan conference with Arab powers at odds
Asia|Economy|MidEast|Political|Travel|World

Maldives bans Israeli passport holders in protest against Gaza war

The Maldives has banned Israeli passport holders from entering its territory, the president's office said on Wednesday, accusing Israel of committing genocide against Palestinians

Maldives bans Israeli passport holders in protest against Gaza war
Africa|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU issues list of 'safe countries' for migrant returns that includes Egypt, Tunisia

The European Commission on Wednesday included countries such as Egypt and Tunisia, where human rights have come under scrutiny, on a list of "safe countries" to which

EU issues list of 'safe countries' for migrant returns that includes Egypt, Tunisia
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Al Shabaab captures strategic Somalia town as it presses offensive

Al Shabaab fighters captured a town in central Somalia on Wednesday that government forces had been using as a staging area to drive back an offensive by the militants that has

Al Shabaab captures strategic Somalia town as it presses offensive
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

US officials head to Europe for high-level talks on Ukraine, Iran

U.S.

US officials head to Europe for high-level talks on Ukraine, Iran
MidEast|World

Tens of thousands of Jews gather for traditional blessing in Jerusalem

Tens of thousands of people have gathered at the holiest Jewish prayer site in Jerusalem for the traditional priestly blessing

Tens of thousands of Jews gather for traditional blessing in Jerusalem
MidEast|Political|World

Main points of Israeli ceasefire proposals

Israel has proposed a 45-day truce in Gaza to allow hostage releases and potentially begin indirect talks to end the war, while Hamas, which has already rejected one of its

Main points of Israeli ceasefire proposals
MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran says its right to uranium enrichment is non-negotiable

Iran's right to enrich uranium is not negotiable, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Wednesday ahead of a second round of talks set to take place in Rome this weekend with the

Iran says its right to uranium enrichment is non-negotiable
MidEast|Political|World

Lebanon’s president says he seeks to disarm Hezbollah this year

Lebanon’s president says he seeks to disarm Hezbollah this year

Lebanon’s president says he seeks to disarm Hezbollah this year
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Putin and Qatar's emir to discuss Ukraine and energy

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani will discuss efforts to find a possible peace deal to

Putin and Qatar's emir to discuss Ukraine and energy
Asia|Business|Economy|MidEast|US

India eyes ending import tax on US ethane and LPG in trade talks, sources say

India plans to end taxes on U.S. ethane and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) imports under broader negotiations with Washington as it looks to reduce its trade

India eyes ending import tax on US ethane and LPG in trade talks, sources say
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Human Rights Watch says arbitrary detention used to crush dissent in Tunisia

Human Rights Watch said on Wednesday arbitrary detention was being used to eliminate dissent in Tunisia and called on its government to halt the crackdown and free all

Human Rights Watch says arbitrary detention used to crush dissent in Tunisia
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political

Lebanon hopes to meet foreign bondholders in coming year, finance minister says

(This April 15 story has been corrected to fix the launch date and add a dropped phrase to show it is a list of the group's members at launch, in

Lebanon hopes to meet foreign bondholders in coming year, finance minister says
Food|MidEast|Political|US|World

A ship full of lifesaving wheat is sailing towards Yemen. When it arrives next month, it may rot or be pillaged

A ship full of lifesaving wheat is sailing towards Yemen. When it arrives next month, it may rot or be pillaged

A ship full of lifesaving wheat is sailing towards Yemen. When it arrives next month, it may rot or be pillaged
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Gaza a 'mass grave' of Palestinians, says MSF, as Israeli strikes kill 13

Gaza has become a "mass grave" for Palestinians and those trying to help them, medical charity MSF said on Wednesday, as medics said the Israeli military killed

Gaza a 'mass grave' of Palestinians, says MSF, as Israeli strikes kill 13
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Jordan says it has foiled attacks by Muslim Brotherhood

Jordan has arrested 16 members of the Muslim Brotherhood who were trained and financed in Lebanon and had plotted attacks on targets inside the kingdom

Jordan says it has foiled attacks by Muslim Brotherhood
MidEast|Political|US

Top Hegseth adviser Dan Caldwell put on leave in Pentagon leak probe

One of U.S.

Top Hegseth adviser Dan Caldwell put on leave in Pentagon leak probe
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli airstrike hits hospital entrance in Gaza, killing medic and wounding 9 other people

An Israeli airstrike has struck the northern gate of a field hospital in the Gaza Strip, killing a medic and wounding nine other people

Israeli airstrike hits hospital entrance in Gaza, killing medic and wounding 9 other people
Economy|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Afghan children will die because of US funding cuts, aid official says

An aid agency official says Afghan children will die because of US funding cuts

Afghan children will die because of US funding cuts, aid official says
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Middle East latest: Israeli strike outside a Gaza hospital kills a medic and wounds several

A spokesman for a hospital in Gaza says an Israeli airstrike hit the northern gate of the Kuwaiti Field Hospital

Middle East latest: Israeli strike outside a Gaza hospital kills a medic and wounds several
MidEast|Political|US|World

US military poised to slash troops in Syria, officials say

The U.S. military is set to consolidate its presence in Syria over the coming weeks and months, two U.S. officials told Reuters on Tuesday, in a

US military poised to slash troops in Syria, officials say
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump holds Situation Room meeting on Iran, officials say

President Donald Trump met with his top national security aides on Tuesday to discuss Iran's nuclear program ahead of a second meeting between U.S

Trump holds Situation Room meeting on Iran, officials say
Africa|Education|MidEast|Political|World

Protests erupt in Tunisian town after three students die in school wall collapse

Hundreds of Tunisians protested on Tuesday, demanding accountability, after three students died on Monday following a school wall collapse in the central town of Mazzouna, an

Protests erupt in Tunisian town after three students die in school wall collapse
MidEast|Political|World

Netanyahu calls for hostages to be released during Gaza visit

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited northern Gaza on Tuesday, accompanied by the country's defense minister, head of the military and other senior officials, his

Netanyahu calls for hostages to be released during Gaza visit
Americas|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Hamas armed wing says it lost contact with group holding Israeli-US hostage Alexander

The armed wing of Hamas said on Tuesday it had lost contact with a group of militants holding Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander in the Gaza

Hamas armed wing says it lost contact with group holding Israeli-US hostage Alexander
Africa|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU and Britain boost aid for Sudan at London conference

The European Union and Britain pledged on Tuesday to increase aid for Sudan, at a conference in London marking the second anniversary of a conflict that has

EU and Britain boost aid for Sudan at London conference
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump envoy stresses need for verification in Iran nuclear talks

Trump envoy stresses need for verification in Iran nuclear talks

Trump envoy stresses need for verification in Iran nuclear talks
MidEast|Political|World

Israel proposes Gaza ceasefire deal to release 10 hostages for hundreds of Palestinians, Hamas says

Israel proposes Gaza ceasefire deal to release 10 hostages for hundreds of Palestinians, Hamas says

Israel proposes Gaza ceasefire deal to release 10 hostages for hundreds of Palestinians, Hamas says
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US|World

Video shows Palestinian student leader at Columbia taken into ICE custody

A Palestinian student at Columbia University was taken into custody by ICE officials outside an immigration facility in Colchester, Vermont on Monday. Mohsen Mahdawi had led pro-Palestinian protests on campus, but stepped back in March 2024, before students started an encampment and occupied university buildings a month later.

Video shows Palestinian student leader at Columbia taken into ICE custody
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Would military strikes kill Iran's nuclear programme? Probably not

The recent U.S. deployment of B-2 bombers, the only planes able to launch the most powerful bunker-busting bombs, to within range of Iran is a

Would military strikes kill Iran's nuclear programme? Probably not
MidEast|Political|US|World

Khamenei downplays US talks prospects as some Iranians' hopes stir, currency gains

Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei sought on Tuesday to play down expectations of a breakthrough in nuclear talks with the U.S., following stirrings of hope among

Khamenei downplays US talks prospects as some Iranians' hopes stir, currency gains
MidEast|Political|US|World

Another US aircraft carrier in Mideast waters ahead of second round of Iran-US nuclear talks

A second U.S. aircraft carrier is operating in Mideast waters ahead of the next round of talks between Iran and the United States over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program

Another US aircraft carrier in Mideast waters ahead of second round of Iran-US nuclear talks
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Armenia calls on Azerbaijan to investigate ceasefire violations on border

Armenia called on Azerbaijan on Tuesday to investigate ceasefire violations along the two countries' frontier, as a surge of reported incidents of cross-border gunfire raises

Armenia calls on Azerbaijan to investigate ceasefire violations on border
Crime|MidEast|Political

Israeli ministers accuse embattled security agency chief of waging political vendetta against government

Israeli ministers accuse embattled security agency chief of waging political vendetta against government

Israeli ministers accuse embattled security agency chief of waging political vendetta against government
MidEast|Political

Israeli PM Netanyahu's party steps up pressure for Shin Bet head to go

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party accused the head of the domestic intelligence organization on Tuesday of turning parts of the service into "a private

Israeli PM Netanyahu's party steps up pressure for Shin Bet head to go
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Russia declines to say if it would accept Iran's enriched uranium as part of a US-Iranian deal

The Kremlin on Tuesday declined to comment when asked if Russia was ready to take control of Iran's stocks of enriched uranium as part of a possible future nuclear deal between Iran

Russia declines to say if it would accept Iran's enriched uranium as part of a US-Iranian deal
MidEast|Political|World

Turkey's pro-Kurdish party wants law supporting PKK disarmament

Turkey's Pro-Kurdish DEM Party called on parliament on Tuesday to pave the way for a renewed peace process by enacting legislation that would support the disarmament of the outlawed

Turkey's pro-Kurdish party wants law supporting PKK disarmament
Crime|Europe|MidEast

Turkey detains 234 people in Europe-coordinated drug bust

Turkish authorities arrested 234 people in an operation coordinated with four European countries against criminal drug-trafficking organisations, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya

Turkey detains 234 people in Europe-coordinated drug bust
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Italian minister blames Russia for Ukraine truce failures; criticises Israel

Russia does not appear serious about seeking peace in Ukraine despite pressure from Washington, Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto told

Italian minister blames Russia for Ukraine truce failures; criticises Israel
Africa|Economy|Environment|MidEast|Travel

Egypt’s tourism push puts pristine Red Sea beach at risk, say environmentalists

Ras Hankorab Beach, a pristine spot on southern Egypt's Red Sea coast with crystal clear waters and flat white sands, is the jewel of Egypt's Wadi el-Gemal

Egypt’s tourism push puts pristine Red Sea beach at risk, say environmentalists
MidEast|Political|World

UN human rights office concerned about Israeli strikes on civilians in Lebanon

The U.N. human rights office voiced concern on Tuesday about the protection of civilians in Lebanon as Israeli military operations have continued to kill

UN human rights office concerned about Israeli strikes on civilians in Lebanon
Africa|Americas|Business|Economy|MidEast

Oil price drop turns up heat on emerging market crude exporters

A steep drop in crude oil prices largely due to U.S.

Oil price drop turns up heat on emerging market crude exporters
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast

Lazard boosts UAE footprint with financial advisory office in Abu Dhabi

Lazard is strengthening its footprint in the United Arab Emirates by opening an office in the capital city of Abu Dhabi which will serve as the investment bank's main financial

Lazard boosts UAE footprint with financial advisory office in Abu Dhabi
Health|MidEast|Political|World

UN chief 'deeply alarmed' by Israeli strike on Al-Ahli hospital in Gaza

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is "deeply alarmed" at Sunday's strike by Israeli forces on the Al-Ahli Arab Hospital in Gaza, his

UN chief 'deeply alarmed' by Israeli strike on Al-Ahli hospital in Gaza
MidEast|Political|World

Hamas says it's sending a delegation to Qatar to continue Gaza ceasefire talks

A Hamas official says that the Palestinian militant group is sending a delegation to the Gulf Arab state of Qatar to continue the indirect ceasefire talks with Israel

Hamas says it's sending a delegation to Qatar to continue Gaza ceasefire talks
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Tehran says next round of Iran-US nuclear talks in Oman after Rome named by officials

Talks between Iran and the United States over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program had appeared ready to leave the Middle East, as an Italian source and others said the next round of negotiations would take place in Rome

Tehran says next round of Iran-US nuclear talks in Oman after Rome named by officials
Crime|MidEast|Political|US

A Palestinian activist expecting a US citizenship interview is arrested instead by ICE in Vermont

A Palestinian man who led protests against the war in Gaza as a student at Columbia University has been arrested at a Vermont immigration office where he expected to be interviewed about finalizing his U.S. citizenship

A Palestinian activist expecting a US citizenship interview is arrested instead by ICE in Vermont
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Another Columbia student arrested by US immigration officials

A U.S. judge in Vermont on Monday ordered the Trump administration not to deport a Columbia University student and pro-Palestinian activist who was arrested upon arriving

Another Columbia student arrested by US immigration officials
MidEast|Political|World

Lebanese president says Hezbollah disarmament will come through dialogue not 'force'

Lebanon’s president says the disarmament of the militant group Hezbollah will come through negotiations as part of a national defense strategy and not through “force.”

Lebanese president says Hezbollah disarmament will come through dialogue not 'force'
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Harvard rejects Trump demands, gets hit by $2.3 billion funding freeze

Harvard on Monday rejected numerous demands from the Trump administration that it said would cede control of the school to a conservative government that

Harvard rejects Trump demands, gets hit by $2.3 billion funding freeze
MidEast|Political|US|World

Suspected US airstrikes kill at least 7 people in Yemen, Houthi rebels say

Suspected U.S. airstrikes around Yemen’s rebel-held capital have killed at least seven people and wounded 29 overnight

Suspected US airstrikes kill at least 7 people in Yemen, Houthi rebels say
Education|MidEast|Political|US

A Palestinian student leader at Columbia was steps away from his final citizenship interview. He instead faces deportation

A Palestinian student leader at Columbia was steps away from his final citizenship interview. He instead faces deportation

A Palestinian student leader at Columbia was steps away from his final citizenship interview. He instead faces deportation
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Israel makes new Gaza ceasefire proposal but prospects appear slim

Mediators Egypt and Qatar have presented a new Israeli proposal for a Gaza ceasefire to Hamas, Egyptian state-affiliated Al Qahera News

Israel makes new Gaza ceasefire proposal but prospects appear slim
MidEast|Political|US|World

Second round of US-Iran talks to be held in Oman, Iranian media says citing foreign ministry

A second round of nuclear talks between the United States and Iran continues to be held in Oman's Muscat, Iran's state news agency IRNA said on Monday quoting Foreign Ministry spokesman

Second round of US-Iran talks to be held in Oman, Iranian media says citing foreign ministry
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Hamas says it is studying proposal for Gaza ceasefire, to respond soon

Hamas said on Monday it was studying the proposal it received from mediators for a ceasefire in Gaza, adding it will submit its response "as soon as possible."

Hamas says it is studying proposal for Gaza ceasefire, to respond soon
MidEast|Political|World

Iranian foreign minister to visit Moscow ahead of second Iran-US meeting

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi will visit Russia this week ahead of a planned second round of talks between Tehran and Washington aimed at resolving Iran's

Iranian foreign minister to visit Moscow ahead of second Iran-US meeting
Education|MidEast|Political|US

US judge asks if 'constitutional crisis' looms in Tufts student's immigration case

A federal judge in Vermont questioned on Monday whether the Trump administration would instigate a "constitutional crisis" by not releasing a Turkish student at Tufts

US judge asks if 'constitutional crisis' looms in Tufts student's immigration case
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Judge in Vermont considers whether he has jurisdiction of detained Tufts University student's case

A federal judge in Vermont who's considering whether he has jurisdiction over the case of a Turkish Tufts University student detained by immigration officials has raised the idea of having her brought back to his court for a hearing

Judge in Vermont considers whether he has jurisdiction of detained Tufts University student's case
Asia|Business|Economy|MidEast|Political

Oil rises marginally on tariff exemption, Chinese crude imports

Oil prices settled slightly higher on Monday on exemptions for some electronics from U.S. tariffs and data showing a sharp rebound in China's crude imports in

Oil rises marginally on tariff exemption, Chinese crude imports
MidEast|Political|US

Trump says Iran must give up dream of nuclear weapon or face harsh response

President Donald Trump said on Monday he believes Iran is intentionally delaying a nuclear deal with the United States and that it must

Trump says Iran must give up dream of nuclear weapon or face harsh response
MidEast|Political|World

Syria's Sharaa, Lebanese PM discuss border demarcation weeks after ceasefire

Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa and visiting Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam discussed land and sea border demarcation and security coordination on Monday, weeks after the two

Syria's Sharaa, Lebanese PM discuss border demarcation weeks after ceasefire
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Up to 400,000 displaced from Darfur camp after Sudan RSF takeover, UN agency says

Between 60,000 and 80,000 households - or up to 400,000 people, - have been displaced from Sudan's Zamzam camp in North Darfur after it was taken over by the Rapid Support Forces,

Up to 400,000 displaced from Darfur camp after Sudan RSF takeover, UN agency says
Arts|Europe|MidEast|World

Turkey to begin restoration work on dome of Hagia Sophia

Turkey is set to begin restoration and reinforcement work on the dome of the Hagia Sophia, in one of the biggest repair projects carried out on the 1,486-year-old structure,

Turkey to begin restoration work on dome of Hagia Sophia
MidEast|Political|World

Syrian ambassador to Moscow requests asylum in Russia, TASS reports

Syria's ambassador to Moscow has requested asylum in Russia, state news agency TASS reported on Monday, citing a source.

Syrian ambassador to Moscow requests asylum in Russia, TASS reports
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU to boost financial support for Palestinian Authority

The European Union will increase its financial support for the Palestinian Authority with a three-year package worth around 1.6 billion euros ($1.8 billion), the

EU to boost financial support for Palestinian Authority
Africa|Europe|MidEast|World

Greek coast guard finds two bodies, 39 other migrants, on tiny island

The Greek coast guard said it had found the bodies of two women and 39 other migrants on the tiny island of Farmakonisi in the Aegean Sea on Monday, and that an investigation was

Greek coast guard finds two bodies, 39 other migrants, on tiny island
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

Saudi Arabia plans to pay off Syria's World Bank debts, sources say

Saudi Arabia plans to pay off Syria's debts to the World Bank, three people familiar with the matter said, paving the way

Saudi Arabia plans to pay off Syria's World Bank debts, sources say
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Sudan's RSF claims control of major Darfur camp, civilians flee

Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) seized control of a major camp for displaced people in North Darfur, the paramilitary group said on Sunday, after a four-day assault the government

Sudan's RSF claims control of major Darfur camp, civilians flee
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

European rights watchdog says it's worried about Turkey after mayor's jailing

The head of the Council of Europe, the continent's leading human rights watchdog, told Reuters it was worried about any violations of

European rights watchdog says it's worried about Turkey after mayor's jailing
Africa|Business|Economy|MidEast|Political

Qatar and Egypt agree to work towards package of $7.5 billion in direct Qatari investment

Qatar and Egypt agreed to work towards a package of $7.5 billion in direct Qatari investments, according to a joint statement released by the Egyptian president's office on Monday.

Qatar and Egypt agree to work towards package of $7.5 billion in direct Qatari investment
Europe|MidEast|Political|US

Italy says Rome to host second round of US-Iran nuclear talks

A second round of nuclear talks between the United States and Iran will be held in Rome, Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani was reported as saying on Monday by the country's main

Italy says Rome to host second round of US-Iran nuclear talks
Americas|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

No breakthrough in Gaza talks, Egyptian and Palestinian sources say

The latest round of talks in Cairo to restore the defunct Gaza ceasefire and free Israeli hostages ended with no

No breakthrough in Gaza talks, Egyptian and Palestinian sources say
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|MidEast|Travel|World

Air ‘traffic is back’: These are the world’s 10 busiest airports

Air ‘traffic is back’: These are the world’s 10 busiest airports

Air ‘traffic is back’: These are the world’s 10 busiest airports
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU ministers adopt Iran sanctions over citizen detentions

European Union foreign ministers on Monday adopted sanctions against seven Iranian individuals and two organisations over the detention of EU citizens, which the bloc calls a

EU ministers adopt Iran sanctions over citizen detentions
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|US

KKR names David Petraeus as chair of Mideast business, sets up regional investment team

U.S. private equity firm KKR on Monday said it had appointed David Petraeus as the chairman of its Middle East business, and has set up an investment team in the region

KKR names David Petraeus as chair of Mideast business, sets up regional investment team
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

US-Iran nuclear talks must conform with European interests, says French foreign minister

France, Britain and Germany will be vigilant regarding nuclear disussions between the United States and Iran to ensure they conform with European interests, French Foreign

US-Iran nuclear talks must conform with European interests, says French foreign minister
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says he expects to make a decision on Iran very quickly

U.S.

Trump says he expects to make a decision on Iran very quickly
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli strike leaves Gaza City’s last fully functioning hospital out of service as offensive escalates

Israeli strike leaves Gaza City’s last fully functioning hospital out of service as offensive escalates

Israeli strike leaves Gaza City’s last fully functioning hospital out of service as offensive escalates
Arts|Europe|MidEast|World

Historic domes of Hagia Sophia are renovated to protect the landmark from earthquakes

Turkey has begun a new phase in sweeping restorations of the nearly 1,500-year-old Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, focusing on preserving the monument’s historic domes from the threat of earthquakes

Historic domes of Hagia Sophia are renovated to protect the landmark from earthquakes
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israel intensifies strikes across Gaza on Palm Sunday and hits a hospital in the north

A new wave of Israeli strikes across Gaza has hit the last major hospital providing critical health care in the territory's north

Israel intensifies strikes across Gaza on Palm Sunday and hits a hospital in the north
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli missiles strike Gaza hospital, patients evacuated

Two Israeli missiles hit a major Gaza hospital on Sunday, putting the emergency department out of action and damaging other structures, medics said, in a strike

Israeli missiles strike Gaza hospital, patients evacuated
MidEast|Political|World

Syria's new leader makes his first visit to the United Arab Emirates

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa has made his first visit to the United Arab Emirates

Syria's new leader makes his first visit to the United Arab Emirates
MidEast|Political|World

Syria's Sharaa meets UAE counterpart in second visit to a Gulf country as leader

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa met his United Arab Emirates counterpart in Abu Dhabi on Sunday, the Syrian leader's office said, on his second visit to a Gulf state as the country's

Syria's Sharaa meets UAE counterpart in second visit to a Gulf country as leader
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Aid worker missing after deadly attack on colleagues is held by Israel, ICRC says

A Palestinian Red Crescent staff member who went missing in late March when 15 humanitarian workers were killed by Israeli fire is being detained by Israeli

Aid worker missing after deadly attack on colleagues is held by Israel, ICRC says
MidEast|Political|US

Judge has ruled legal permanent US resident Mahmoud Khalil can be deported. What comes next?

Judge has ruled legal permanent US resident Mahmoud Khalil can be deported. What comes next?

Judge has ruled legal permanent US resident Mahmoud Khalil can be deported. What comes next?
MidEast|Political|Science|Technology|World

Saudi Arabia, US on 'pathway' to civil nuclear agreement, US Energy Secretary says

The United States and Saudi Arabia will sign a preliminary agreement to cooperate over the kingdom's ambitions to develop a civil nuclear industry, U.S.

Saudi Arabia, US on 'pathway' to civil nuclear agreement, US Energy Secretary says
MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran, US hold 'positive' talks in Oman, agree to resume next week

Iran and the U.S. said they held "positive" and "constructive" talks in Oman on Saturday and agreed to reconvene next week in a dialogue meant to address Tehran's

Iran, US hold 'positive' talks in Oman, agree to resume next week
Business|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of failing to pause strikes after US envoy leaves Moscow

Russia and Ukraine’s top diplomats have used a high-level conference in Turkey to once again trade accusations of violating a tentative U.S.-brokered deal to pause strikes on energy infrastructure

Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of failing to pause strikes after US envoy leaves Moscow
MidEast|Political|US|World

US-Iran negotiators hold ‘constructive’ nuclear talks, will meet again next week

US-Iran negotiators hold ‘constructive’ nuclear talks, will meet again next week

US-Iran negotiators hold ‘constructive’ nuclear talks, will meet again next week
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran and US envoys hold 1st negotiation over Tehran's nuclear program, and talk face-to-face

Iran and the United States will hold more negotiations next week over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program

Iran and US envoys hold 1st negotiation over Tehran's nuclear program, and talk face-to-face
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

'Slippery slope towards authoritarian-like rule': Mahmoud Khalil's lawyer responds to Marco Rubio's memo

A Louisiana immigration judge is set to decide Friday whether to release Palestinian activist and Columbia University graduate Mahmoud Khalil one month after he was arrested by federal agents following a deportation order from the Trump administration. CNN's Christina Macfarlane spoke with Khalil's attorney, Ramzi Kassem.

'Slippery slope towards authoritarian-like rule': Mahmoud Khalil's lawyer responds to Marco Rubio's memo
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Syrian officials plan to attend IMF, World Bank meetings in Washington DC, sources say

Syria's finance minister, foreign minister and central bank chief are planning to attend the annual spring meetings held by the International

Syrian officials plan to attend IMF, World Bank meetings in Washington DC, sources say
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Hundreds feared killed in Sudan as RSF launches attack on famine-stricken camp

A devastating assault by Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on Zamzam Camp for displaced people near al-Fasher has left hundreds dead or wounded, the foreign ministry and aid groups

Hundreds feared killed in Sudan as RSF launches attack on famine-stricken camp
MidEast|Political|World

Hamas releases video of Israeli-American hostage held in Gaza

Hamas on Saturday released a video purportedly of Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander, who has been held in Gaza since he was captured by Palestinian militants on October 7,

Hamas releases video of Israeli-American hostage held in Gaza
Business|MidEast|Political|US|World

America's news TV channel for the Mideast fires its staff after funding cuts

The head of the U.S.-funded Al Hurra Arabic-language television and online news outlet has terminated most of his staff and curtailed TV programming

America's news TV channel for the Mideast fires its staff after funding cuts
MidEast|Political|World

Israel cuts off Gaza's southern city of Rafah and vows to 'vigorously' expand in the territory

Israel says it has completed construction of a new security corridor that cuts off the southern city of Rafah from the rest of Gaza

Israel cuts off Gaza's southern city of Rafah and vows to 'vigorously' expand in the territory
MidEast|Sports|World

Piastri on pole and Norris only sixth in qualifying for F1's Bahrain Grand Prix

Oscar Piastri took pole in qualifying for the Bahrain Grand Prix on Saturday as his McLaren teammate and standings leader Lando Norris could only manage sixth

Piastri on pole and Norris only sixth in qualifying for F1's Bahrain Grand Prix