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Israel strikes a building in southern Beirut, killing at least 4 people

The Israeli military says it struck a building in Beirut's southern suburbs, killing at least four people

Israel strikes a building in southern Beirut, killing at least 4 people
MidEast|Political|US|World

More Republicans want the US to focus on ceasefires in Ukraine and Gaza, a new AP-NORC poll finds

A new AP-NORC poll finds that while most Americans disapprove of President Donald Trump’s handling of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the conflict is not weighing as heavily on his public perception as it did on President Joe Biden

More Republicans want the US to focus on ceasefires in Ukraine and Gaza, a new AP-NORC poll finds
MidEast|Political|World

Israeli strike kills four in Beirut in test of fragile ceasefire with Hezbollah

Israeli strike kills four in Beirut in test of fragile ceasefire with Hezbollah

Israeli strike kills four in Beirut in test of fragile ceasefire with Hezbollah
MidEast|Political|US|World

Key dates in Iran's long rivalry with the United States

Relations between Iran and the United States - once strong allies - have often been mistrustful and sometimes openly hostile since Iran's 1979 revolution. 

Key dates in Iran's long rivalry with the United States
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israel kills Hezbollah official in deadly Beirut airstrike

An Israeli airstrike killed four people including a Hezbollah official in Beirut's southern suburbs on Tuesday, a

Israel kills Hezbollah official in deadly Beirut airstrike
MidEast|Political|World

Russia condemns 'ultimatums' after Trump threatens to bomb Iran

Russia has warned that strikes against Iran's nuclear infrastructure would have "catastrophic" consequences, after U.S.

Russia condemns 'ultimatums' after Trump threatens to bomb Iran
Crime|Europe|MidEast|World

Cyprus court drops all rape charges against 5 Israelis after doubting British woman's credibility

A Cyprus court has acquitted and dropped all charges against five Israelis accused of gang-raping a British woman in a hotel room after ruling her testimony as not credible and replete with “fundamental contradictions.”

Cyprus court drops all rape charges against 5 Israelis after doubting British woman's credibility
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

A Palestinian from the West Bank is first detainee under 18 to die in Israeli prison, officials say

Officials say a teenager from the West Bank who was held in an Israeli prison for six months without being charged died after collapsing in unclear circumstances

A Palestinian from the West Bank is first detainee under 18 to die in Israeli prison, officials say
MidEast|Political|Technology|US|World

Yemen's Houthi rebels claim they shot down another American drone as US strikes pound country

Yemen’s Houthi rebels claim they have shot down another American MQ-9 Reaper drone

Yemen's Houthi rebels claim they shot down another American drone as US strikes pound country
MidEast|Political|US

White House, shaken by Signal scandal, says case is closed

The Trump administration sought to put the scandal over its use of the Signal messaging app behind it on Monday, calling it case

White House, shaken by Signal scandal, says case is closed
MidEast|Political|US|World

US says it killed top Houthi missile expert, but questions linger

The White House has said that U.S. strikes in Yemen earlier this month killed the Houthi top missile expert, but the U.S. military has so far

US says it killed top Houthi missile expert, but questions linger
MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran complains to UN about Trump's 'reckless, belligerent' remarks

Iran complained to the United Nations Security Council on Monday about "reckless and belligerent" remarks by U.S.

Iran complains to UN about Trump's 'reckless, belligerent' remarks
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Bodies of 15 rescue workers recovered from grave in Gaza, UN officials say

Fifteen emergency and aid workers from the Red Crescent, Palestinian Civil Defense and the United Nations have been recovered from a grave in the sand in the south of the Gaza Strip, U.N.

Bodies of 15 rescue workers recovered from grave in Gaza, UN officials say
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Harvard at risk of losing $9 billion in federal funds as US launches review

The Trump administration said on Monday it was reviewing $9 billion in federal contracts and grants awarded to Harvard University, part of a crackdown on

Harvard at risk of losing $9 billion in federal funds as US launches review
Finance|MidEast|Political

Israeli finance minister Smotrich resigns from post as minister in government

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich resigned from his post as minister on Monday in a letter to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Israeli finance minister Smotrich resigns from post as minister in government
MidEast|Political|World

Israeli military orders the evacuation of Gaza's southern city of Rafah

The Israeli military has issued sweeping evacuation orders covering Rafah

Israeli military orders the evacuation of Gaza's southern city of Rafah
MidEast|Political|World

Middle East latest: Israel prepares to move deeper into Gaza and orders Rafah evacuated

The Israeli military has indicated it could soon launch another major offensive in Rafah and ordered most of the southernmost city in the Gaza Strip evacuated

Middle East latest: Israel prepares to move deeper into Gaza and orders Rafah evacuated
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says attacks on Houthis to continue

President Donald Trump said on Monday that U.S. attacks on the Iran-backed Houthis, an armed movement that has taken control of the most populous parts of Yemen, will continue until they

Trump says attacks on Houthis to continue
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|US|World

Oil prices climb 2% to five-week high on Russia, Iran supply worries

Oil prices climbed about 2% to a five-week high on Monday on worries supplies could decline if U.S.

Oil prices climb 2% to five-week high on Russia, Iran supply worries
MidEast|Political|Travel|US|World

Trump says he will visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE as early as May

U.S.

Trump says he will visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE as early as May
Crime|MidEast|World

UAE court sentences 3 people to death in killing of Israeli-Moldovan rabbi Zvi Kogan

A court in the United Arab Emirates has sentenced three people to death for the killing of Israeli-Moldovan Zvi Kogan

UAE court sentences 3 people to death in killing of Israeli-Moldovan rabbi Zvi Kogan
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|US|World

Gold sails above $3,100 to uncharted territory as US tariffs approach

Gold prices soared to record levels above $3,100 per ounce in a rally marking one of the most significant upswings in the precious metal's history,

Gold sails above $3,100 to uncharted territory as US tariffs approach
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

UAE sentences killers of Israeli rabbi to death

The United Arab Emirates on Monday sentenced three people to death for the murder of an Israeli-Moldovan rabbi who was killed in November in the Gulf

UAE sentences killers of Israeli rabbi to death
Crime|Food|Lifestyle|MidEast|US

South Jersey restaurant reopens after owners' arrest by ICE sparks community outpouring

South Jersey restaurant reopens after owners' arrest by ICE sparks community outpouring

South Jersey restaurant reopens after owners' arrest by ICE sparks community outpouring
MidEast|Political|World

Israel proposes hostage deal as fighting continues in Gaza

Israel has proposed an extended truce in Gaza in exchange for the return of about half the remaining hostages, Israeli officials said on Monday, as the

Israel proposes hostage deal as fighting continues in Gaza
Africa|Business|Economy|MidEast

Saudi Aramco holds April LPG OSPs steady, Sonatrach cuts by 2-7%

Oil producer Saudi Aramco keeps its April official selling prices (OSPs) for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) unchanged from March, while Algeria's Sonatrach cut its OSPs by 2-7% due

Saudi Aramco holds April LPG OSPs steady, Sonatrach cuts by 2-7%
MidEast|Political

Israel's Netanyahu summoned to give testimony in Qatar probe

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu left his corruption trial abruptly on Monday to give evidence in a separate investigation into possible ties between his aides

Israel's Netanyahu summoned to give testimony in Qatar probe
MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran will deliver 'strong blow' against US if it attacks, Khamenei says

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said on Monday the U.S. would receive a strong blow if it acts on President Donald Trump's threat to bomb unless Tehran reaches a new

Iran will deliver 'strong blow' against US if it attacks, Khamenei says
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Victims of Turkey's Kurdish militant conflict long for peace

Cihan Sincar clings to hope that Turkey's bid to end a decades-old Kurdish insurgency brings the peace her lawmaker husband sought before his

Victims of Turkey's Kurdish militant conflict long for peace
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

In Turkey's Kurdish heartland, distrust erodes peace process hopes

Turkey's crackdown on President Tayyip Erdogan's main rival and silence on what reforms might follow the end of a 40-year conflict with Kurdish militants

In Turkey's Kurdish heartland, distrust erodes peace process hopes
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Pakistan plans to expel 3 million Afghans from the country this year

Pakistan says it plans to expel 3 million Afghans this year

Pakistan plans to expel 3 million Afghans from the country this year
MidEast|Political|World

Israel again expands Gaza war as Netanyahu vows he’s changing the Middle East. The endgame is unclear as ever

Israel again expands Gaza war as Netanyahu vows he’s changing the Middle East. The endgame is unclear as ever

Israel again expands Gaza war as Netanyahu vows he’s changing the Middle East. The endgame is unclear as ever
MidEast|Political|US|World

US airstrikes pound Yemen overnight, killing at least 3, Houthi rebels say

Suspected U.S. airstrikes have struck around Yemen’s rebel-held capital overnight into Monday morning

US airstrikes pound Yemen overnight, killing at least 3, Houthi rebels say
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

'Eid of sadness': Palestinians in Gaza mark Muslim holiday with dwindling food and no end to war

Palestinians in the Gaza Strip have little to celebrate as they mark the normally festive Eid al-Fitr

'Eid of sadness': Palestinians in Gaza mark Muslim holiday with dwindling food and no end to war
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump criticizes Putin and threatens adversaries with new tariffs as he barrels toward April 2 deadline

Trump criticizes Putin and threatens adversaries with new tariffs as he barrels toward April 2 deadline

Trump criticizes Putin and threatens adversaries with new tariffs as he barrels toward April 2 deadline
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump threatens bombing if Iran does not make nuclear deal

U.S.

Trump threatens bombing if Iran does not make nuclear deal
MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran has rejected direct negotiations with the US in response to Trump's letter

Iran’s president says Tehran has rejected direct negotiations with the United States in response to a letter from President Donald Trump over its rapidly advancing nuclear program

Iran has rejected direct negotiations with the US in response to Trump's letter
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Deadly Israeli strikes mar Gaza Eid celebrations as Netanyahu says pressure on Hamas is ‘working’

Deadly Israeli strikes mar Gaza Eid celebrations as Netanyahu says pressure on Hamas is ‘working’

Deadly Israeli strikes mar Gaza Eid celebrations as Netanyahu says pressure on Hamas is ‘working’
MidEast|Political|World

Israeli PM Netanyahu vows to pressure Hamas after ceasefire proposal

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu repeated a demand on Sunday for Hamas to disarm and for its leaders to leave Gaza as he

Israeli PM Netanyahu vows to pressure Hamas after ceasefire proposal
MidEast|Political|US

US immigration officials look to expand social media data collection

U.S. immigration officials are asking the public and federal agencies to comment on a proposal to collect social media handles from people applying to benefits such as green cards or citizenship, to comply with an executive order from President Donald Trump

US immigration officials look to expand social media data collection
MidEast|Political|World

Hamas agrees to Egyptian ceasefire proposal, Israel counters

Hamas agrees to Egyptian ceasefire proposal, Israel counters

Hamas agrees to Egyptian ceasefire proposal, Israel counters
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Sudan's paramilitary RSF chief says war with army is not over

The leader of Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, said on Sunday that his war against the army was not over and his forces would return to

Sudan's paramilitary RSF chief says war with army is not over
MidEast|Political|US

Trump says he won't 'fire people' over Signal messages, reiterates support of national security team

President Donald Trump is making his clearest commitment to not fire anyone over an embarrassing accidental leak of his administration’s plans for an airstrike against the Houthis in Yemen

Trump says he won't 'fire people' over Signal messages, reiterates support of national security team
MidEast|Political|World

Syria swears in new transitional government 4 months after Assad's removal

Syria’s new transitional government has been sworn in nearly four months after the Assad family was removed from power and as the new authorities in Damascus work to bring back stability to the war-ton country

Syria swears in new transitional government 4 months after Assad's removal
MidEast|Political|World

Syria's president al-Sharaa forms new transitional government

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa announced a transitional government on Saturday, appointing 23 ministers in a broadened cabinet seen as a key milestone in the transition from decades of

Syria's president al-Sharaa forms new transitional government
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Hamas agrees to Gaza ceasefire proposal, the group's chief says

Hamas has agreed to a Gaza ceasefire proposal it received two days ago from mediators Egypt and Qatar, the Palestinian militant group's chief said

Hamas agrees to Gaza ceasefire proposal, the group's chief says
MidEast|Political|World

Hamas says it accepts a new Gaza ceasefire proposal but Israel makes a counter-offer

The Hamas militant group says it has accepted a new Gaza ceasefire proposal from mediators Egypt and Qatar

Hamas says it accepts a new Gaza ceasefire proposal but Israel makes a counter-offer
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

American woman held in Afghanistan by the Taliban has been released, AP source says

An American woman who was detained for weeks in Afghanistan by the Taliban has been released

American woman held in Afghanistan by the Taliban has been released, AP source says
Crime|Election|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Hundreds of thousands rally in Istanbul in support of imprisoned mayor

Hundreds of thousands of protesters again congregated in Istanbul Saturday to how their support for the city’s imprisoned mayor and demand his release

Hundreds of thousands rally in Istanbul in support of imprisoned mayor
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Red Cross gravely concerned for nine missing medics in Gaza

The Red Cross said on Saturday it is gravely concerned about the fate of nine Palestine Red Crescent ambulance crew who have been missing for seven days in

Red Cross gravely concerned for nine missing medics in Gaza
Asia|MidEast|World

Myanmar quake struck mosques as minority Muslims gathered for Ramadan prayers

When Friday's powerful earthquake struck central Myanmar, Htet Min Oo was performing ritual ablutions before Ramadan prayers at a mosque next to his house in

Myanmar quake struck mosques as minority Muslims gathered for Ramadan prayers
Food|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Aid workers reported killed and missing in Gaza as Israeli blockade nears one month

Aid workers reported killed and missing in Gaza as Israeli blockade nears one month

Aid workers reported killed and missing in Gaza as Israeli blockade nears one month
Crime|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Large crowds rally in Istanbul over jailing of Erdogan's main rival

Hundreds of thousands of Turks protested in Istanbul on Saturday against the jailing of Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, President Tayyip Erdogan's main rival,

Large crowds rally in Istanbul over jailing of Erdogan's main rival
Education|MidEast|Political|US|World

US judge halts deportation of Turkish student at Tufts

A federal judge in Massachusetts on Friday temporarily barred the deportation of a Turkish doctoral student at Tufts University, who voiced support

US judge halts deportation of Turkish student at Tufts
MidEast|Political|US|World

New US strikes against Houthi rebels kill at least 1 in Yemen

Suspected U.S. airstrikes have pounded Yemen overnight

New US strikes against Houthi rebels kill at least 1 in Yemen
Food|Lifestyle|MidEast|World

Nostalgia, relief and loss as some Syrians mark their first Ramadan back home in years

As they spend their first Ramadan in their country in years, many Syrians who’ve recently returned from abroad to a homeland they were forced to flee have been celebrating the end of the Assad family’s rule

Nostalgia, relief and loss as some Syrians mark their first Ramadan back home in years
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

A PhD student was snatched by masked officers in broad daylight. Then she was flown 1,500 miles away

A PhD student was snatched by masked officers in broad daylight. Then she was flown 1,500 miles away

A PhD student was snatched by masked officers in broad daylight. Then she was flown 1,500 miles away
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Columbia University's head steps down after concessions made in feud with Trump over funds

Columbia University's interim president, Katrina Armstrong, has stepped down - a departure that comes one week after it agreed to significant changes amid a

Columbia University's head steps down after concessions made in feud with Trump over funds
Asia|MidEast|Political|US|World

Afghan pilots who fought in 20-year war against Taliban in limbo after Trump blocks US resettlement plans

Afghan pilots who fought in 20-year war against Taliban in limbo after Trump blocks US resettlement plans

Afghan pilots who fought in 20-year war against Taliban in limbo after Trump blocks US resettlement plans
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Tufts University student can't be deported to Turkey without court order, judge says

A federal judge in Massachusetts says a Tufts University doctoral student who was detained this week can’t be deported to Turkey without a court order

Tufts University student can't be deported to Turkey without court order, judge says
MidEast|Political|US

'Astounding': Ex-defense chief reacts to Trump admin. group text scandal

The Atlantic published more messages from a group chat among top Cabinet members, in which the magazine’s editor-in-chief was inadvertently added. The messages reveal that specific sensitive information about strikes on Houthis in Yemen. Former Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel discussed the scandal with CNN's Christiane Amanpour.

'Astounding': Ex-defense chief reacts to Trump admin. group text scandal
Arts|Entertainment|MidEast|Political

Film academy apologizes for not naming 'No Other Land' co-director in response to attack on him

The organization that bestows the Academy Awards has apologized to “No Other Land” co-director Hamdan Ballal after mounting criticism following its response to the violent attack on the Oscar winner

Film academy apologizes for not naming 'No Other Land' co-director in response to attack on him
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli settlers seen on camera assaulting a Palestinian village. Police arrest only Palestinians

Israeli settlers attacked a Palestinian village in the southern Israeli-occupied West Bank

Israeli settlers seen on camera assaulting a Palestinian village. Police arrest only Palestinians
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

What we know about the Tufts University PhD student detained by federal agents

What we know about the Tufts University PhD student detained by federal agents

What we know about the Tufts University PhD student detained by federal agents
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

World Court to hear Sudan genocide case against United Arab Emirates

THE HAGUE -The World Court said on Friday it would hear a case brought by Sudan demanding emergency measures against the United Arab Emirates and accusing the Gulf state of violating obligations under

World Court to hear Sudan genocide case against United Arab Emirates
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Turkish companies 'paying the bill' as political crisis roils economy

Turmoil unleashed by the arrest of Turkey's leading opposition figure earlier this month has sent shockwaves through the private sector, forcing

Turkish companies 'paying the bill' as political crisis roils economy
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Somalia offers US exclusive control of air bases, ports

Somalia is prepared to offer the United States exclusive control of strategic air bases and ports, its president said in a letter to President Donald Trump seen by Reuters on

Somalia offers US exclusive control of air bases, ports
Crime|MidEast|Political|US

Columbia University protester Khalil remains jailed while judge weighs case transfer

By Luc Cohen and Jonathan Allen NEWARK, New Jersey - Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil will remain behind bars in Louisiana at least until a U.S. judge decides whether the Palestinian

Columbia University protester Khalil remains jailed while judge weighs case transfer
MidEast|Political|US|World

US says it expects Lebanese government to disarm militant groups

The U.S.

US says it expects Lebanese government to disarm militant groups
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Swedish journalist jailed in Turkey on terrorism, insult charges

Swedish journalist Kaj Joakim Medin, who was in Turkey to cover protests against Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu's arrest, was jailed pending trial on terrorism charges, Turkey's

Swedish journalist jailed in Turkey on terrorism, insult charges
MidEast|Political|World

Middle East latest: Israel strikes Beirut for first time since ceasefire with Hezbollah

Israel has launched an attack on the Lebanese capital Beirut for the first time since a ceasefire ended fighting between Israeli forces and Hezbollah in November

Middle East latest: Israel strikes Beirut for first time since ceasefire with Hezbollah
Crime|MidEast|Political|US

Mahmoud Khalil’s lawyers appear in New Jersey court over jurisdiction of Columbia activist’s case

Mahmoud Khalil’s lawyers appear in New Jersey court over jurisdiction of Columbia activist’s case

Mahmoud Khalil’s lawyers appear in New Jersey court over jurisdiction of Columbia activist’s case
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli actions in Gaza bear hallmarks of atrocities, UN agency says

Israeli actions in Gaza, including strikes on populated areas in which civilians have been killed, bear the hallmarks of atrocities, the agency that coordinates

Israeli actions in Gaza bear hallmarks of atrocities, UN agency says
MidEast|Political|World

Israel lands first heavy strike on Beirut suburbs since ceasefire - Reuters witness

Israel's air force conducted a heavy strike on a building in the southern suburbs of the Lebanese capital on Friday, a Reuters witness said, the first heavy bombardment there since

Israel lands first heavy strike on Beirut suburbs since ceasefire - Reuters witness
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast

'Nimble, dynamic' Cyprus economy may grow 2.5% this year, IMF says

Cyprus has a "nimble and dynamic economy" that should grow about 2.5% this year, the International Monetary Fund said on Friday, while it added that the island should resist any

'Nimble, dynamic' Cyprus economy may grow 2.5% this year, IMF says
Africa|Economy|MidEast|Travel|World

How fatal boating incidents, shark attacks cast shadow on Egypt's tourism

The Red Sea, renowned for its coral reefs and marine life, is a major hub for Egypt's tourism industry, a pillar of the economy. 

How fatal boating incidents, shark attacks cast shadow on Egypt's tourism
MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran speaker says US bases will be struck if Trump attacks Iran

Tehran would strike U.S. bases in the region if Washington follows through on its warning of military consequences for Iran in the absence of a new nuclear deal, the speaker of the Iranian

Iran speaker says US bases will be struck if Trump attacks Iran
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Lebanese President Aoun in Paris as tensions mount with Israel

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun began talks in Paris on Friday with French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss economic reforms and efforts to stabilise the country, as

Lebanese President Aoun in Paris as tensions mount with Israel
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Sudanese on Nile island in capital recount paramilitary repression

Residents of Sudan's Tuti island at the confluence of the Blue Nile and White Nile have emerged from paramilitary control to speak of hardships suffered and

Sudanese on Nile island in capital recount paramilitary repression
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israel's attacks in Lebanon 'unjustified', Macron says as he plans call with Trump

French President Emmanuel Macron said there had been no activity justifying Israel's strikes on Hezbollah in Lebanon on Friday and that he would call U.S.

Israel's attacks in Lebanon 'unjustified', Macron says as he plans call with Trump
Africa|Food|MidEast|Political|World

UN's WFP says 58 million face hunger crisis after huge shortfall in aid

The U.N.

UN's WFP says 58 million face hunger crisis after huge shortfall in aid
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Chemical weapons inspectors granted access to Assad-era sites in Syria, say sources

AMSTERDAM - Chemical weapons inspectors have been taken by Syria's caretaker authorities to previously unseen production and storage locations dating from the rule of Bashar al-Assad, who was toppled

Chemical weapons inspectors granted access to Assad-era sites in Syria, say sources
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Mahmoud Khalil's lawyers appear in New Jersey court over jurisdiction of Columbia activist's case

Lawyers for Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate student facing deportation for his role in pro-Palestinian campus protests, appeared before a judge in New Jersey to debate where Khalil’s fight to be released from federal custody should play out

Mahmoud Khalil's lawyers appear in New Jersey court over jurisdiction of Columbia activist's case
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Israel flouting international law with forced evacuations in Gaza, UN says

The U.N.

Israel flouting international law with forced evacuations in Gaza, UN says
Business|Finance|MidEast|Political|US

Kushner's Affinity's assets jump to $4.8 billion after Gulf cash injection

Jared Kushner's investment company Affinity Partners saw assets under management jump 60% last year to $4.8 billion, according to a regulatory filing, after it received a cash

Kushner's Affinity's assets jump to $4.8 billion after Gulf cash injection
MidEast|Political|World

How will the latest strikes between Israel and Lebanon affect a tenuous ceasefire?

An already fragile ceasefire between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah appeared to be on shakier ground after rockets fired from Lebanon into northern Israel triggered Israeli airstrikes in the suburbs of Beirut

How will the latest strikes between Israel and Lebanon affect a tenuous ceasefire?
MidEast|Political|World

Israel conducts first strike on Beirut's southern suburbs since truce

Israel on Friday carried out its first major airstrike on Beirut's southern suburbs in months, retaliating for an earlier rocket launch

Israel conducts first strike on Beirut's southern suburbs since truce
Americas|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Putin suggests putting Ukraine under UN-sponsored external governance

Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed putting Ukraine under external governance under the auspices of the U.N. as part of efforts to reach a peaceful settlement

Putin suggests putting Ukraine under UN-sponsored external governance
MidEast|Political|US|World

See text messages from Trump administration group chat discussing strikes in Yemen

CNN's Erin Burnett reports on the group chat among top members of President Donald Trump’s Cabinet following news that Trump's national security adviser added a journalist to the text chat on highly sensitive Yemen strike plans. Burnett also weighs in on Trump's "change of tone" from past remarks.

See text messages from Trump administration group chat discussing strikes in Yemen
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Sports|World

Olympic skier Berkin Usta, 24, and his father die in hotel fire in Turkey

Olympic skier Berkin Usta, 24, and his father die in hotel fire in Turkey

Olympic skier Berkin Usta, 24, and his father die in hotel fire in Turkey
MidEast|Political|World

Israel strikes Beirut for the first time since a ceasefire ended the latest Israel-Hezbollah war

Israel has launched an attack on the Lebanese capital Beirut for the first time since a ceasefire ended the latest Israel-Hezbollah war in November

Israel strikes Beirut for the first time since a ceasefire ended the latest Israel-Hezbollah war
MidEast|Political|World

Israel strikes southern Beirut for the first time since November ceasefire

Israel strikes southern Beirut for the first time since November ceasefire

Israel strikes southern Beirut for the first time since November ceasefire
MidEast|Political|Technology|US|World

Officials say texts sent by Waltz, Ratcliffe in Signal chat may have damaged US’ ongoing ability to gather intel on Houthis

Officials say texts sent by Waltz, Ratcliffe in Signal chat may have damaged US’ ongoing ability to gather intel on Houthis

Officials say texts sent by Waltz, Ratcliffe in Signal chat may have damaged US’ ongoing ability to gather intel on Houthis
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey releases lawyer of jailed Istanbul mayor, lawyer says

Turkish authorities released a lawyer for jailed Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, President Tayyip Erdogan's main political rival, after

Turkey releases lawyer of jailed Istanbul mayor, lawyer says
MidEast|Political|World

‘It starts at the top’: Extremist views are all that many young Israelis have ever known

‘It starts at the top’: Extremist views are all that many young Israelis have ever known

‘It starts at the top’: Extremist views are all that many young Israelis have ever known
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey's Erdogan tells Russia's Putin that Black Sea ship safety can contribute to peace

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan told his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in a call on Friday that steps toward achieving navigational safety in the Black Sea would contribute to

Turkey's Erdogan tells Russia's Putin that Black Sea ship safety can contribute to peace
MidEast|Political|World

Israeli parliament passes law giving politicians greater say on judges' selection

The Israeli parliament on Thursday approved final readings of a bill giving politicians a greater say in selecting judges, one of a series of issues that have fuelled a wave of

Israeli parliament passes law giving politicians greater say on judges' selection
MidEast|Political|US|World

Rubio voices US concerns to Turkey after arrest of Istanbul mayor

U.S.

Rubio voices US concerns to Turkey after arrest of Istanbul mayor
MidEast|Political|US|World

Suspected US strikes pummel Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen

Suspected U.S. airstrikes have pummeled sites across Yemen controlled by the country’s Houthi rebels, including neighborhoods in the capital, Sanaa

Suspected US strikes pummel Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US|World

Turkish student at Tufts University is latest Palestinian supporter swept up in US crackdown

A Turkish student detained by federal police as she walked on the streets of a Boston suburb is the latest supporter of Palestinian causes to be swept up in the Trump administration’s crackdown on immigrants who have expressed their political views

Turkish student at Tufts University is latest Palestinian supporter swept up in US crackdown
MidEast|Political|US|World

US Senator Sanders to force Senate votes on blocking arms for Israel

U.S.

US Senator Sanders to force Senate votes on blocking arms for Israel
Australia|Business|MidEast|Travel

Australia's competition watchdog authorises Virgin-Qatar Airways alliance

Australia's competition regulator said on Friday it had granted authorisation to Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways to operate flights between Doha and Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth

Australia's competition watchdog authorises Virgin-Qatar Airways alliance
Africa|MidEast|Travel|World

Six Russians dead, 39 tourists rescued after submarine sinks in Red Sea off Egypt

Six Russians died on Thursday and 39 foreign tourists were rescued when a viewing submarine sank off the Egyptian Red Sea resort of Hurghada, the

Six Russians dead, 39 tourists rescued after submarine sinks in Red Sea off Egypt
MidEast|Political|US

Judge orders Trump administration to preserve Yemen attack plan messages

A U.S. judge on Thursday ordered President Donald Trump's administration to preserve messages sent on the Signal messaging app discussing attack plans against

Judge orders Trump administration to preserve Yemen attack plan messages
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

Rubio says US may have revoked more than 300 visas

U.S.

Rubio says US may have revoked more than 300 visas
MidEast|Political|US

Judge orders Trump administration to keep Signal records amid Yemen attack chat controversy

Judge orders Trump administration to keep Signal records amid Yemen attack chat controversy

Judge orders Trump administration to keep Signal records amid Yemen attack chat controversy
MidEast|Political|Sports|US

Auburn's Pearl says his March Madness call for hostage release was about 'survival,' not politics

Auburn coach Bruce Pearl says he wasn’t mixing politics with sports last week when he called for the release of an American hostage in Gaza

Auburn's Pearl says his March Madness call for hostage release was about 'survival,' not politics
MidEast|Political|US

Judge orders government to preserve Signal messages about Houthi military strike

A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to preserve records of a text message chat in which senior national security officials discussed sensitive details of plans for a U.S. military strike against Yemen’s Houthis

Judge orders government to preserve Signal messages about Houthi military strike
MidEast|Political|Technology|US

What is 'classified' information? What are 'secure' communications? Here's a primer

The Trump administration's use of a popular app to discuss sensitive military plans — with a journalist on the text chain — is raising questions about security and the importance of safeguarding the nation's secrets

What is 'classified' information? What are 'secure' communications? Here's a primer
MidEast|Political|World

Middle East latest: Israeli strikes kill a family of 6 and a Hamas spokesman in Gaza

Separate Israeli strikes have killed a family of six and a Hamas spokesman in the northern Gaza Strip

Middle East latest: Israeli strikes kill a family of 6 and a Hamas spokesman in Gaza
MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran's foreign minister says Tehran sent response to Trump's letter through Oman, IRNA says

Iran has sent a response through Oman to U.S.

Iran's foreign minister says Tehran sent response to Trump's letter through Oman, IRNA says
MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran responds to Trump's letter, voices readiness for indirect talks

Iran has sent a response through Oman to U.S.

Iran responds to Trump's letter, voices readiness for indirect talks
Crime|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Police use force to break up protests at a university in Turkey's capital

Police have used pepper spray, plastic pellets and water cannon against protesters in Turkey’s capital

Police use force to break up protests at a university in Turkey's capital
MidEast|Political|US

US senators from both parties urge formal probe of Signal chat attack plan

The top Republican and Democrat on the U.S.

US senators from both parties urge formal probe of Signal chat attack plan
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Far-right European politicians attend Jerusalem antisemitism conference

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned against "the fires of antisemitism" in Western Europe at a conference on Thursday overshadowed by a boycott by several Jewish

Far-right European politicians attend Jerusalem antisemitism conference
Education|MidEast|Political|US

UC Davis Law Student Association suspended after calls to boycott Israeli-connected businesses

UC Davis Law Student Association suspended after calls to boycott Israeli-connected businesses

UC Davis Law Student Association suspended after calls to boycott Israeli-connected businesses
MidEast|Political|World

Why some Israeli teens are choosing prison over the army

As the war in Gaza continues, a group of Israeli teens are saying no to the draft, a requirement for most secular Jews and other minorities over the age of 18. Since the war began, a dozen of these so-called "refuseniks" have publicly refused to enlist in the Israeli army, citing conscientious grounds. Their protest comes at a price: Some have served over 100 days in prison for their beliefs. And more are planning to follow suit. CNN joined the group to a weekly Tel Aviv pro-democracy protest, where they hoped to draw attention to why they are refusing to fight.

Why some Israeli teens are choosing prison over the army
MidEast|Political|US

Concerns about Hegseth’s judgment come roaring back after group chat scandal

Concerns about Hegseth’s judgment come roaring back after group chat scandal

Concerns about Hegseth’s judgment come roaring back after group chat scandal
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump admin has terminated majority of its funding for key Syrian humanitarian organization

Trump admin has terminated majority of its funding for key Syrian humanitarian organization

Trump admin has terminated majority of its funding for key Syrian humanitarian organization
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Egypt sees positive signals on Gaza ceasefire talks, sources say

Egypt, one of the mediators in the Gaza ceasefire negotiations, has received positive indications from Israel over a new ceasefire proposal that

Egypt sees positive signals on Gaza ceasefire talks, sources say
Education|MidEast|Political|US|World

These universities are in Trump's crosshairs. Many don’t know why

When Muhlenberg College learned in January 2024 - as pro-Palestinian protests were sweeping campuses across the United States - that it was under

These universities are in Trump's crosshairs. Many don’t know why
MidEast|Political|World

Militants warn against helping Israel with Gaza protests

Palestinian militant groups threatened punishment on Thursday for "collaborators" furthering Israeli goals after the first substantial protests against the war

Militants warn against helping Israel with Gaza protests
Africa|MidEast|Travel|World

At least 6 dead after submarine carrying tourists on a reef tour in Red Sea sinks off Egypt

A provincial governor in Egypt says that at least six Russian tourists are dead after a recreational submarine on an underwater cruise of coral reefs sank off the Egyptian Red Sea resort town of Hurghada

At least 6 dead after submarine carrying tourists on a reef tour in Red Sea sinks off Egypt
MidEast|Political|US

CNN's Brian Stelter explains why Goldberg released Hegseth's messages

The Atlantic published more messages from a group chat among top Cabinet members, in which the magazine’s editor in chief was inadvertently added. The messages reveal that specific sensitive information about strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen was shared in the Signal chat, rebutting claims from top Trump officials that strike plans were not discussed. CNN's Brian Stelter reports.

CNN's Brian Stelter explains why Goldberg released Hegseth's messages
MidEast|Political|Videos|World

Largest anti-Hamas protests since start of war break out in northern Gaza

Rare anti-Hamas protests broke out in northern Gaza a week after renewed Israeli attacks on the strip and a prolonged blockade on all humanitarian aid continues. Participants told CNN they blamed both Israel and Hamas, which controls Gaza, for the devastation they face.

Largest anti-Hamas protests since start of war break out in northern Gaza
Africa|MidEast|Travel|World

Six Russian tourists killed after submarine sinks off Egyptian coast

Six Russian tourists killed after submarine sinks off Egyptian coast

Six Russian tourists killed after submarine sinks off Egyptian coast
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Sudan's army shells Omdurman in push to oust RSF from capital region

The Sudanese army shelled parts of Khartoum's twin city of Omdurman from early morning on Thursday, residents said, after declaring victory over their Rapid

Sudan's army shells Omdurman in push to oust RSF from capital region
Crime|Election|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey detains nearly 1,900 in protests over jailed mayor, rejects foreign criticism

Turkey said on Thursday it rejected "prejudiced" foreign statements over the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu and protests it

Turkey detains nearly 1,900 in protests over jailed mayor, rejects foreign criticism
MidEast|Political|World

Israel's parliament approves a key part of Netanyahu's divisive judicial overhaul

Israel’s parliament has passed a key part of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s plan to overhaul the judiciary

Israel's parliament approves a key part of Netanyahu's divisive judicial overhaul
MidEast|Political|World

Israel intercepts two missiles launched by Yemen's Houthis

The Israeli military said on Thursday it had intercepted two missiles launched from Yemen before they crossed into Israeli territory, after sirens sounded in several

Israel intercepts two missiles launched by Yemen's Houthis
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Istanbul mayor's arrest based on criminal reports, justice minister says

Turkey's justice minister said on Thursday the decision to arrest Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu was based on criminal reports and not linked to the timing of the opposition CHP

Istanbul mayor's arrest based on criminal reports, justice minister says
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

How Syria's sectarian violence spread to capital, terrorizing Alawites

Close to midnight on March 6, as a wave of sectarian killings began in western Syria, masked men stormed the homes of Alawite

How Syria's sectarian violence spread to capital, terrorizing Alawites
MidEast|Political|US

The White House says nothing classified was shared on Signal. Democrats say that strains credulity

Trump administration officials are struggling to stem the fallout from revelations that top national security officials discussed sensitive attack plans over a messaging app and mistakenly added a journalist to the chain

The White House says nothing classified was shared on Signal. Democrats say that strains credulity
Business|MidEast|Political|US|World

US gives initial approval for Qatar to purchase MQ-9 armed drones for nearly $2 billion

The United States has given an initial approval for the energy-rich Mideast nation of Qatar to buy eight armed MQ-9B Predator drones for its military, an estimated purchase worth nearly $2 billion

US gives initial approval for Qatar to purchase MQ-9 armed drones for nearly $2 billion
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkish court frees AFP journalist held while covering protests, agency says

A Turkish court on Thursday freed Agence France-Presse journalist Yasin Akgul, detained this week while covering mass protests over the jailing of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, the

Turkish court frees AFP journalist held while covering protests, agency says
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‘No other land:’ Oscar-winning Palestinian director says settler assault won’t push him from his home

‘No other land:’ Oscar-winning Palestinian director says settler assault won’t push him from his home

‘No other land:’ Oscar-winning Palestinian director says settler assault won’t push him from his home
MidEast|Political|US

US judge in Trump deportation case assigned lawsuit over Signal scandal

The U.S. judge whom President Donald Trump has argued should be impeached for blocking him from using wartime powers to deport Venezuelan migrants is set to hear a new

US judge in Trump deportation case assigned lawsuit over Signal scandal
MidEast|Political|US

US Democrats move to force House vote on Signal chat leak

Democratic lawmakers in the U.S.

US Democrats move to force House vote on Signal chat leak
MidEast|Political|US|World

Transcript of US attack plans shared with journalist

The Atlantic magazine published on Wednesday details of plans for U.S. airstrikes in Yemen that were mistakenly shared by Trump administration officials with its editor-in-chief

Transcript of US attack plans shared with journalist
MidEast|Political|US|World

Pentagon's Hegseth texted start time of planned killing of Yemeni militant

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth texted about plans to kill a Houthi militant leader in Yemen two hours before a military operation meant to be

Pentagon's Hegseth texted start time of planned killing of Yemeni militant
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

Trump administration detains Turkish student at Tufts, revokes visa

U.S. immigration authorities have detained and revoked the visa of a Turkish doctoral

Trump administration detains Turkish student at Tufts, revokes visa
MidEast|Political|World

Palestinians protest Hamas in a rare public show of dissent in Gaza

Palestinians have chanted against Hamas during anti-war protests in the Gaza Strip

Palestinians protest Hamas in a rare public show of dissent in Gaza
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

Turkish student at Tufts University detained, video shows masked people handcuffing her

A lawyer for a Turkish national and doctoral student at Tufts University says she has been detained by Department of Homeland Security agents without explanation

Turkish student at Tufts University detained, video shows masked people handcuffing her
MidEast|Political|US

The White House security breach raises concerns among some military spouses and veterans

Some military spouses and veterans are questioning the White House’s handling of security after a journalist was accidentally added to a group chat about military strikes in Yemen

The White House security breach raises concerns among some military spouses and veterans
MidEast|Political|US

Sources say the details shared by Hegseth in Signal chat were classified as Atlantic publishes additional messages

Sources say the details shared by Hegseth in Signal chat were classified as Atlantic publishes additional messages

Sources say the details shared by Hegseth in Signal chat were classified as Atlantic publishes additional messages
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

‘Enough war’: Why Gazans are protesting Hamas now

‘Enough war’: Why Gazans are protesting Hamas now

‘Enough war’: Why Gazans are protesting Hamas now
MidEast|Political|World

Middle East latest: Israel orders more evacuations and Palestinians stage rare anti-Hamas protests

The Israeli military has ordered the evacuation of parts of Gaza City as it steps up its renewed offensive against Hamas

Middle East latest: Israel orders more evacuations and Palestinians stage rare anti-Hamas protests
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Sudan’s army chief returns to Khartoum for first time in 2 years of war after airport recaptured

Sudan’s military says it has recaptured the international airport in the capital, Khartoum, after nearly two years of fighting against a rival paramilitary group

Sudan’s army chief returns to Khartoum for first time in 2 years of war after airport recaptured
MidEast|Political|US

The Atlantic releases the Signal chat showing Hegseth's detailed attack plans against the Houthis

The Atlantic has released the Signal chat among Trump senior national security officials

The Atlantic releases the Signal chat showing Hegseth's detailed attack plans against the Houthis
MidEast|Political|US

White House blames reporter after officials added him to group chat on war plans

President Donald Trump told reporters that there “was no classified information” shared on the Signal chain that The Atlantic’s Jeffrey Goldberg said he was added to, pushing back on Goldberg’s claim that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth sent “operational details of forthcoming strikes on Yemen” during the conversation.

White House blames reporter after officials added him to group chat on war plans
Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political

Turkish inflation expectations tick up after market turmoil

Turkish inflation is expected to end the year a bit higher than previously expected, a Reuters poll showed on Wednesday, reflecting fallout from a currency selloff after

Turkish inflation expectations tick up after market turmoil
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Sudanese army drives RSF from central Khartoum, witnesses say

The Sudanese army drove its rival Rapid Support Forces from most of Khartoum city, residents said on Wednesday, as the army chief toured the presidential palace and airport, marking

Sudanese army drives RSF from central Khartoum, witnesses say
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Hundreds stage Gaza protest against Hamas after conflict resumes

Hundreds of Palestinians have protested in northern Gaza to demand an end to war, chanting "Hamas out," social media posts showed, in a

Hundreds stage Gaza protest against Hamas after conflict resumes
Business|MidEast|Technology

Tesla to launch in Saudi Arabia as Musk and the kingdom mend relations

Tesla will start sales in Saudi Arabia next month, the electric carmaker said on its website, signalling CEO Elon Musk and the kingdom have healed a rift that dates

Tesla to launch in Saudi Arabia as Musk and the kingdom mend relations
MidEast|Political|US

Gabbard calls Signal chats a 'mistake' as Trump officials face grilling over leaked military plan

Top intelligence officials have faced another round of tough questions about leaked military plans as they appeared before lawmakers on Capitol Hill

Gabbard calls Signal chats a 'mistake' as Trump officials face grilling over leaked military plan
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of breaking ceasefire terms protecting energy sites

Russia and Ukraine have accused each other of breaking the terms of a tentative U

Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of breaking ceasefire terms protecting energy sites
Crime|Election|MidEast|Political|World

Erdogan accuses the opposition of wrecking Turkey's economy during protests over mayor's jailing

Turkey’s president has accused the political opposition of “sinking the economy” during the country’s largest protests in more than a decade

Erdogan accuses the opposition of wrecking Turkey's economy during protests over mayor's jailing
MidEast|Political|World

Netanyahu says Israel could seize territory in Gaza if hostages not freed

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu repeated threats on Wednesday to seize territory in the Gaza strip if Hamas failed to release the remaining hostages it still holds.

Netanyahu says Israel could seize territory in Gaza if hostages not freed
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Kremlin praises its talks with US after deals are announced

The Kremlin said on Wednesday that Moscow was continuing its intensive contacts with the U.S. and was pleased with how talks with Washington had gone so far after the United States

Kremlin praises its talks with US after deals are announced
MidEast|Political|World

'There is no blank check': Syrian leader told to rein in jihadis

Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa has a lot to prove to win over Western powers.

'There is no blank check': Syrian leader told to rein in jihadis
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

US says it brokered deal to end fighting in the Black Sea in talks with Ukraine and Russia

The United States says it has reached a tentative agreement for Ukraine and Russia to stop fighting and ensure safe navigation in the Black Sea

US says it brokered deal to end fighting in the Black Sea in talks with Ukraine and Russia
Asia|Business|Economy|MidEast

Turkey says Chery Auto's partners to invest $1 billion in plant to make 200,000 cars/year

Turkey said on Wednesday that Chery Automobile's partners will invest $1 billion in a manufacturing facility in the country with an annual capacity to produce 200,000

Turkey says Chery Auto's partners to invest $1 billion in plant to make 200,000 cars/year
MidEast|Political|US|World

Rubio didn't raise U.S. concerns over Turkey protests as stated, Turkish source says

U.S.

Rubio didn't raise U.S. concerns over Turkey protests as stated, Turkish source says
Africa|Asia|Health|MidEast|World

Funding shortages may halt global child malnutrition programs, World Food Programme warns

Programmes to help prevent malnourishment in children in Yemen, Afghanistan and Syria could be suspended within months if urgent funding is not found, the U.N.'

Funding shortages may halt global child malnutrition programs, World Food Programme warns
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Ukraine says ties with White House are 'back on track'

Relations between Kyiv and Washington are "back on track", the chief of staff to Ukraine's president told Reuters, after a fraught Oval Office

Ukraine says ties with White House are 'back on track'
Education|Health|MidEast|Political|US

Educators’ unions sue Trump administration over revocation of $400 million in funding to Columbia University

Educators’ unions sue Trump administration over revocation of $400 million in funding to Columbia University

Educators’ unions sue Trump administration over revocation of $400 million in funding to Columbia University
MidEast|Political|US|World

As Trump offers new nuclear talks, Iran weighs the cost of losing its final leverage

As Trump offers new nuclear talks, Iran weighs the cost of losing its final leverage

As Trump offers new nuclear talks, Iran weighs the cost of losing its final leverage
Economy|MidEast|Political

Israeli legislators pass budget in a move that shores up Netanyahu's government

Israel’s parliament has passed a state budget, a move that shores up Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s governing coalition even as the embattled leader faces mounting public pressure over the war in Gaza and the hostage crisis

Israeli legislators pass budget in a move that shores up Netanyahu's government
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Israel embraces France’s far-right, turning a blind eye to its Nazi past

Israel embraces France’s far-right, turning a blind eye to its Nazi past

Israel embraces France’s far-right, turning a blind eye to its Nazi past
Business|MidEast|Technology

Tesla is bringing its electric cars to oil-rich Saudi Arabia amid falling global sales

Tesla is bringing its electric cars to oil-rich Saudi Arabia amid falling global sales

Tesla is bringing its electric cars to oil-rich Saudi Arabia amid falling global sales
MidEast|Political|World

Palestinians take part in largest anti-Hamas protests in Gaza since start of war

Palestinians take part in largest anti-Hamas protests in Gaza since start of war

Palestinians take part in largest anti-Hamas protests in Gaza since start of war
MidEast|Political|US

Top intel officials shift responsibility to Hegseth for sharing Yemen strike plans in group chat

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard and CIA Director John Ratcliffe deferred to Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth for sending potentially classified information that appeared in a group chat about US military strikes in Yemen that a journalist was included in.

Top intel officials shift responsibility to Hegseth for sharing Yemen strike plans in group chat
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

America's allies alarmed by a leaked group chat about attack plans

Allies of the United States see a group chat about attack plans by top U.S. officials that accidentally included a journalist as a jaw-dropping security breach

America's allies alarmed by a leaked group chat about attack plans
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Greek PM to meet Israel's Netanyahu in Jerusalem on March 30, Greek sources say

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet in Jerusalem on Sunday, two Greek sources told Reuters on Wednesday.

Greek PM to meet Israel's Netanyahu in Jerusalem on March 30, Greek sources say
MidEast|Political|US|World

White House says Russia and Ukraine agree to stop using force in Black Sea as Moscow sets conditions

White House says Russia and Ukraine agree to stop using force in Black Sea as Moscow sets conditions

White House says Russia and Ukraine agree to stop using force in Black Sea as Moscow sets conditions
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|MidEast|World

Oscar-winning Palestinian director of ‘No Other Land’ released from Israeli detention after being assaulted

Oscar-winning Palestinian director of ‘No Other Land’ released from Israeli detention after being assaulted

Oscar-winning Palestinian director of ‘No Other Land’ released from Israeli detention after being assaulted
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Middle East latest: Oscar-winning Palestinian filmmaker is released after Israelis assaulted him

In the occupied West Bank, Israeli authorities have released an Oscar-winning Palestinian director, a day after he was beaten by Jewish settlers and detained by soldiers

Middle East latest: Oscar-winning Palestinian filmmaker is released after Israelis assaulted him
MidEast|Political|US

Trump downplays national security team texting military operation plan on Signal as a minor 'glitch'

President Donald Trump is downplaying the texting of attack plans to a group chat that included a journalist as “the only glitch in two months” of his administration

Trump downplays national security team texting military operation plan on Signal as a minor 'glitch'
MidEast|Political|US

Trump team scrambles to handle fallout from Signal chat assailed as 'sloppy, careless'

The Trump administration sought on Tuesday to contain the fallout after a magazine journalist disclosed he had been inadvertently included in a secret group

Trump team scrambles to handle fallout from Signal chat assailed as 'sloppy, careless'
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey's opposition leader visits jailed Erdogan challenger Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu

The head of Turkey’s main opposition party has visited jailed Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu after six nights of massive protests calling for his release

Turkey's opposition leader visits jailed Erdogan challenger Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu
MidEast|Political|US

Top intel officials shift responsibility on to Hegseth for sending potentially classified info to Yemen strike group chat

Top intel officials shift responsibility on to Hegseth for sending potentially classified info to Yemen strike group chat

Top intel officials shift responsibility on to Hegseth for sending potentially classified info to Yemen strike group chat
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Visa of Cornell University student fighting deportation is revoked by the State Department

Visa of Cornell University student fighting deportation is revoked by the State Department

Visa of Cornell University student fighting deportation is revoked by the State Department
MidEast|Political|Technology|US|World

What is Signal, the chat app used by US officials to share attack plans?

A magazine journalist’s account of being added to a group chat of U.S. national security officials coordinating plans for airstrikes has raised questions about how highly sensitive information is supposed to be handled

What is Signal, the chat app used by US officials to share attack plans?
Crime|Entertainment|MidEast|Political|World

Oscar-winning Palestinian director says Israeli soldiers beat him after attack by settlers

Israeli authorities released an Oscar-winning Palestinian director who was detained by the army after being attacked by Jewish settlers in the occupied West Bank

Oscar-winning Palestinian director says Israeli soldiers beat him after attack by settlers
MidEast|Political|US

Trump administration accuses pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil of hiding info on his green card application

Trump administration accuses pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil of hiding info on his green card application

Trump administration accuses pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil of hiding info on his green card application
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Turkey seeking US sanctions relief, warmer ties in Washington visit

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will ask U.S. officials in Washington this week to remove U.S. sanctions on Turkey and let the

Turkey seeking US sanctions relief, warmer ties in Washington visit
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

Judge rules pro-Palestinian student and permanent US resident cannot be detained

A Korean American Columbia University student, who is a legal permanent U.S. resident and has participated in pro-Palestinian protests, cannot be detained by

Judge rules pro-Palestinian student and permanent US resident cannot be detained
MidEast|Political|US

Mike Huckabee, Trump's pick for Israel ambassador, tries to distance from past Palestinian rhetoric

President Donald Trump’s nominee to be ambassador to Israel attempted to distance himself from past controversial statements about the conflict between Israel and the Palestinian people

Mike Huckabee, Trump's pick for Israel ambassador, tries to distance from past Palestinian rhetoric
MidEast|Political|US

Pentagon's Hegseth in spotlight as officials deflect blame over leaked Yemen chat

America's top spies on Tuesday shifted the spotlight back to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to explain how highly sensitive details he posted in a

Pentagon's Hegseth in spotlight as officials deflect blame over leaked Yemen chat
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

Columbia University student sues Trump administration amid potential deportation proceedings

Columbia University student sues Trump administration amid potential deportation proceedings

Columbia University student sues Trump administration amid potential deportation proceedings
MidEast|Political|US|World

The Signal attack plan messages: What we do (and don't) know

The revelation that President Donald Trump’s most senior national security officials posted the specifics of a military attack to a chat group that included a journalist hours before the attack took place has raised many questions

The Signal attack plan messages: What we do (and don't) know
Crime|MidEast|Political|Technology|US

How safe is Signal messaging app used by Trump aides to share war plans?

Top Trump administration officials used messaging app Signal to share war plans and mistakenly included a journalist in the encrypted chat, spurring calls by Democratic lawmakers for a

How safe is Signal messaging app used by Trump aides to share war plans?
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Columbia student protester can't be detained for now as she fights deportation, judge rules

A federal judge New York has ruled that a Columbia University student who is facing potential deportation for participating in a pro-Palestinian protest cannot be detained by immigration officials for now

Columbia student protester can't be detained for now as she fights deportation, judge rules
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UK urges Russia to agree to full ceasefire following sea, energy truce

Britain urged Russia on Tuesday to agree to the "full, immediate and unconditional ceasefire" proposed by Ukraine after both countries reached a truce covering the Black Sea and

UK urges Russia to agree to full ceasefire following sea, energy truce
MidEast|Political|US|World

UAE president, Trump discuss Gaza ceasefire efforts, state news agency says

United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and U.S.

UAE president, Trump discuss Gaza ceasefire efforts, state news agency says
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast

Dubai's Emirates NBD partners with BlackRock to offer private markets access

Dubai's Emirates NBD bank is teaming up with BlackRock to offer its wealth management clients opportunities to access alternative asset classes, with a focus on private markets, it

Dubai's Emirates NBD partners with BlackRock to offer private markets access
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Columbia faculty groups sue Trump administration over funding cuts, academic demands

Groups representing Columbia University professors on Tuesday sued the Trump administration over its effort to force the university to tighten rules on

Columbia faculty groups sue Trump administration over funding cuts, academic demands
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkish protesters vow to carry on; Erdogan says 'show' will end

Anti-government protesters in Turkey said they planned to keep up a campaign of demonstrations triggered by the jailing of Istanbul's

Turkish protesters vow to carry on; Erdogan says 'show' will end
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey detains more than 1,400 protesters and multiple journalists after jailing of leading opposition figure

Turkey detains more than 1,400 protesters and multiple journalists after jailing of leading opposition figure

Turkey detains more than 1,400 protesters and multiple journalists after jailing of leading opposition figure
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

U.S. sanctions three Iranian officials allegedly involved in death of FBI agent Robert Levinson

The United States has imposed sanctions on three Iranian intelligence officers for their alleged involvement in the disappearance of former FBI Special Agent Robert

U.S. sanctions three Iranian officials allegedly involved in death of FBI agent Robert Levinson
Business|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

What are the US and Europe doing to counter Houthi strikes in the Red Sea?

In a messaging group that mistakenly disclosed plans by the U.S. to attack Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis to a journalist, senior Trump administration officials including persons

What are the US and Europe doing to counter Houthi strikes in the Red Sea?
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Israel's eToro files for US IPO as retail trading boom boosts commissions

Israel's eToro reported a 46% surge in commissions for 2024 as the retail trading platform filed for a U.S. initial public offering late on Monday,

Israel's eToro files for US IPO as retail trading boom boosts commissions
MidEast|Political|Technology|US|World

Signal head defends messaging app's security after US war plan leak

The president of Signal defended the messaging app's security on Wednesday after top Trump administration officials mistakenly included a journalist in an encrypted

Signal head defends messaging app's security after US war plan leak
Arts|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Oscar-winning Palestinian director injured in attack by Israeli settlers released after arrest

The Oscar-winning director of a documentary on the Israel-Palestinian conflict was released from detention on Tuesday, a

Oscar-winning Palestinian director injured in attack by Israeli settlers released after arrest
Crime|MidEast|Political|US

Lawsuit says Palestinian advocates at Columbia University further Hamas' propaganda

Organizers and supporters of pro-Palestinian demonstrations at Columbia University were sued on Monday in Manhattan federal court for allegedly functioning as

Lawsuit says Palestinian advocates at Columbia University further Hamas' propaganda
MidEast|Political|US

Jeffrey Goldberg describes moment he realized Trump cabinet group chat about military strikes ‘might be real’

Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief at The Atlantic, joins CNN’s Kaitlan Collins to discuss being mistakenly included with top members of President Donald Trump’s Cabinet in a group chat discussing detailed operational plans and other likely highly classified information about US military strikes on Yemen.

Jeffrey Goldberg describes moment he realized Trump cabinet group chat about military strikes ‘might be real’
MidEast|Political|World

Israeli strikes kill 23 in Gaza, military expands evacuation orders

Israeli strikes across the Gaza Strip killed at least 23 Palestinians on Tuesday, local health officials said, as the Israeli military expanded evacuation

Israeli strikes kill 23 in Gaza, military expands evacuation orders
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

Iran's currency drops to a record low amid geopolitical uncertainty

Iran's currency fell below the psychologically key level of 1,000,000 rial per U.S. dollar on Tuesday, as market participants saw no end in sight to sanctions under U.S.

Iran's currency drops to a record low amid geopolitical uncertainty
Economy|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Western coastal areas of Yemen near catastrophe due to malnutrition, says UNICEF

Western coastal areas of Yemen are on the verge of a catastrophe due to malnutrition, the United Nations children's agency (UNICEF) said on Tuesday.

Western coastal areas of Yemen near catastrophe due to malnutrition, says UNICEF
MidEast|Political|World

Israel to seize more of Gaza if Hamas keeps refusing to free hostages, defence minister says

Israel will take more territory in Gaza and fight until Hamas is wiped out if the Palestinian militant group keeps refusing to free remaining hostages, Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz

Israel to seize more of Gaza if Hamas keeps refusing to free hostages, defence minister says
Europe|MidEast|Political|US

UK says security ties with US are as strong as ever

British security ties with the United States are as strong as ever, Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner said on Tuesday in response to the mistaken disclosure to a journalist of a

UK says security ties with US are as strong as ever
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Israel parliament approves budget as hostage families protest in chamber

Israel's parliament gave final approval to the long delayed 2025 state budget on Tuesday, in a turbulent session that showed how lawmakers and the country remain

Israel parliament approves budget as hostage families protest in chamber
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

US gave Syria list of conditions for partial sanctions relief, sources say

The United States has handed Syria a list of conditions that it wants Damascus to fulfill in exchange for partial sanctions relief, six

US gave Syria list of conditions for partial sanctions relief, sources say
MidEast|Political|US

Trump officials texted attack plans to a group chat in a secure app that included a journalist

President Donald Trump is downplaying the texting of attack plans to a group chat that included a journalist as “the only glitch in two months” of his administration

Trump officials texted attack plans to a group chat in a secure app that included a journalist
Economy|MidEast|Sports|World

Worker dies on Aramco Stadium construction site in Saudi Arabia, a 2034 World Cup host venue

Worker dies on Aramco Stadium construction site in Saudi Arabia, a 2034 World Cup host venue

Worker dies on Aramco Stadium construction site in Saudi Arabia, a 2034 World Cup host venue
MidEast|Political|US|World

Report: Trump admin. accidentally texts journalist war plans

Atlantic editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg says officials in the Trump administration accidentally added him to a group text chat about strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen. National Security Council Spokesperson Brian Hughes says the text chain appears to be authentic.

Report: Trump admin. accidentally texts journalist war plans
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Middle East latest: Israeli strikes kill scores in Gaza as Egypt offers new ceasefire proposal

Gaza's Health Ministry says Israeli strikes have killed more than 65 Palestinians including women and children

Middle East latest: Israeli strikes kill scores in Gaza as Egypt offers new ceasefire proposal
MidEast|Political|US

The biggest scandal of Trump 2.0 is no scandal at all on MAGA media

The biggest scandal of Trump 2.0 is no scandal at all on MAGA media

The biggest scandal of Trump 2.0 is no scandal at all on MAGA media
Crime|MidEast|Political|US

Tattoos, flyers and deleted photos: The limited evidence the Trump administration is using to try to deport migrants

Tattoos, flyers and deleted photos: The limited evidence the Trump administration is using to try to deport migrants

Tattoos, flyers and deleted photos: The limited evidence the Trump administration is using to try to deport migrants
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Ukraine, US to meet in Riyadh after Russia-US Black Sea ceasefire talks

Ukrainian and U.S. delegations are scheduled to meet on Tuesday in Saudi Arabia following Russia-U.S. talks there a day earlier on a limited Black Sea ceasefire proposal that

Ukraine, US to meet in Riyadh after Russia-US Black Sea ceasefire talks
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

Pro-Palestinian student and permanent US resident sues to halt deportation

A Korean American Columbia University student, who is a legal permanent U.S. resident and has participated in pro-Palestinian protests, sued the administration

Pro-Palestinian student and permanent US resident sues to halt deportation
MidEast|Political|US|World

White House mistakenly shares Yemen war plans with a journalist at The Atlantic

Top Trump administration officials mistakenly disclosed war plans in a messaging group that included a journalist shortly before the U.S.

White House mistakenly shares Yemen war plans with a journalist at The Atlantic
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|MidEast|Political|World

Oscar-winning Palestinian director is attacked by Israeli settlers and detained by the army

Israeli settlers have beaten up one of the Palestinian co-directors of the Oscar-winning documentary film “No Other Land."

Oscar-winning Palestinian director is attacked by Israeli settlers and detained by the army
MidEast|Political|World

This Ramadan, relief and hope bump against violence and uncertainty in the new Syria

For Syrians observing Ramadan, this Muslim holy month is their first in their homeland since the end of the Assad family's iron-fisted rule

This Ramadan, relief and hope bump against violence and uncertainty in the new Syria
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

US holds separate talks with Russians after meeting Ukrainians to discuss a potential ceasefire

U.S. negotiators are working with Russian representatives on a proposed partial ceasefire in Ukraine

US holds separate talks with Russians after meeting Ukrainians to discuss a potential ceasefire
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Federal agencies say Columbia University’s new policies a ‘positive first step’ toward regaining aid

Federal agencies say Columbia University’s new policies a ‘positive first step’ toward regaining aid

Federal agencies say Columbia University’s new policies a ‘positive first step’ toward regaining aid
MidEast|Political|US

White House mistakenly shares Yemen war plans with a journalist at The Atlantic

Top Trump administration officials mistakenly disclosed war plans in a messaging group that included a journalist shortly before the U.S.

White House mistakenly shares Yemen war plans with a journalist at The Atlantic
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Erdogan slams protests over jailing of Istanbul mayor as 'movement of violence'

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Monday that protests over the jailing of Istanbul's mayor had become a "

Erdogan slams protests over jailing of Istanbul mayor as 'movement of violence'
MidEast|Political|US

Trump’s national security adviser added a journalist to text chat on highly sensitive Yemen strike plans

Trump’s national security adviser added a journalist to text chat on highly sensitive Yemen strike plans

Trump’s national security adviser added a journalist to text chat on highly sensitive Yemen strike plans
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

UN to reduce staff in Gaza, blaming Israel for a strike that killed its employee

The United Nations has said it will “reduce its footprint” in the Gaza Strip after an Israeli tank strike hit one of its compounds last week, killing one staffer and wounding five others

UN to reduce staff in Gaza, blaming Israel for a strike that killed its employee
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

US, Russia wrap up talks on proposed Black Sea ceasefire

U.S. and Russian officials wrapped up day-long talks on Monday focused on a narrow proposal for a ceasefire at sea between Kyiv and Moscow, part of a diplomatic effort that

US, Russia wrap up talks on proposed Black Sea ceasefire
MidEast|World

U.N. reducing international staff numbers in Gaza after Israeli strikes

The United Nations said on Monday it is reducing its international staff numbers in Gaza by about a third after Israeli strikes in the enclave that have killed hundreds of civilians,

U.N. reducing international staff numbers in Gaza after Israeli strikes
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|Travel|US|World

Some US embassies in Europe post warnings to would-be visa seekers: Watch your step

Some U.S. embassies in European nations are taking to social media with pointed warnings to would-be visitors: Watch your step

Some US embassies in Europe post warnings to would-be visa seekers: Watch your step
MidEast|Political|World

‘Imagine this is your son’: Family of hostage in new Hamas video plead with Netanyahu and Trump

‘Imagine this is your son’: Family of hostage in new Hamas video plead with Netanyahu and Trump

‘Imagine this is your son’: Family of hostage in new Hamas video plead with Netanyahu and Trump
MidEast|Political|US|World

Russian strikes injure scores in Ukraine as US and Kremlin officials meet for ceasefire talks

Russian strikes injure scores in Ukraine as US and Kremlin officials meet for ceasefire talks

Russian strikes injure scores in Ukraine as US and Kremlin officials meet for ceasefire talks
MidEast|Political|US|World

'This is on Hamas,' US special envoy Witkoff says of new Gaza fighting

The Hamas militant group is responsible for the renewed fighting in Gaza after rejecting efforts to move forward with what had been an "acceptable deal," U.S. special envoy Steve

'This is on Hamas,' US special envoy Witkoff says of new Gaza fighting
MidEast|Political|US

Trump predicts more countries will be added to Abraham Accords

U.S.

Trump predicts more countries will be added to Abraham Accords
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Egypt makes new proposal to restore Gaza truce as Israeli strikes kill 65

Egypt has floated a new proposal aimed at restoring the Gaza ceasefire deal, security sources told Reuters on Monday,

Egypt makes new proposal to restore Gaza truce as Israeli strikes kill 65
Crime|Election|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey detains more than 1,000 protesters after jailing of Istanbul mayor

Turkey detains more than 1,000 protesters after jailing of Istanbul mayor

Turkey detains more than 1,000 protesters after jailing of Istanbul mayor
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkish court orders Erdogan rival jailed pending trial on corruption charges as protests grow

A court has formally arrested the mayor of Istanbul and President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's key rival and ordered him jailed pending trial on corruption charges

Turkish court orders Erdogan rival jailed pending trial on corruption charges as protests grow
Crime|Election|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Major rival to Turkey’s Erdogan vows to fight on as court jails him on corruption charges ahead of trial

Major rival to Turkey’s Erdogan vows to fight on as court jails him on corruption charges ahead of trial

Major rival to Turkey’s Erdogan vows to fight on as court jails him on corruption charges ahead of trial
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

What are the issues in US talks with Ukraine and Russia?

Here are some of the issues that Russia, the U.S. and Ukraine are discussing in talks aimed at paving the way for an end to the war in Ukraine: ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE President Vladimir

What are the issues in US talks with Ukraine and Russia?
MidEast|Political|US

US alleges Columbia student covered up his work for UNRWA

The U.S. government has alleged that Columbia University student and pro-Palestinian demonstrator Mahmoud Khalil withheld that he worked for a United Nations Palestinian

US alleges Columbia student covered up his work for UNRWA
MidEast|Political|World

50,000 killed in Gaza since start of Israel-Hamas war, health ministry says

50,000 killed in Gaza since start of Israel-Hamas war, health ministry says

50,000 killed in Gaza since start of Israel-Hamas war, health ministry says
Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World

Ratings firm S&P warns Turkey's tensions risk a setback for reforms

Credit rating firm S&P Global warned on Monday that the troubles triggered by the arrest of President Tayyip Erdogan's main political rival could be a setback for

Ratings firm S&P warns Turkey's tensions risk a setback for reforms
Crime|MidEast|World

One killed in shooting attack in northern Israel, police say

One man was killed and another wounded in a combined ramming, stabbing and shooting attack by a lone assailant at a bus stop in northern Israel on Monday, emergency

One killed in shooting attack in northern Israel, police say
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Putin speaks to UAE president on Ukraine and OPEC+

Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke to United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan about OPEC+ cooperation and Russia-U.S. talks on Ukraine, the Kremlin

Putin speaks to UAE president on Ukraine and OPEC+
MidEast|Political|World

Israel considers massive new ground offensive in Gaza as it ramps up pressure on Hamas

Israel considers massive new ground offensive in Gaza as it ramps up pressure on Hamas

Israel considers massive new ground offensive in Gaza as it ramps up pressure on Hamas
Business|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey opposition seeks boycott of pro-Erdogan media over failure to cover protests

Turkey's opposition, galvanized by widescale protests over the jailing of Istanbul's mayor, is hoping to keep the momentum going in part

Turkey opposition seeks boycott of pro-Erdogan media over failure to cover protests
MidEast|Political|World

Israel approves controversial proposal to facilitate emigration of Palestinians from Gaza

Israel approves controversial proposal to facilitate emigration of Palestinians from Gaza

Israel approves controversial proposal to facilitate emigration of Palestinians from Gaza
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Egypt makes new proposal to restore Gaza ceasefire deal, sources say

Egypt made a new proposal last week aimed at restoring the Gaza ceasefire deal, security sources told Reuters on Monday.

Egypt makes new proposal to restore Gaza ceasefire deal, sources say
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Kremlin says key parts of original Black Sea grain deal with Ukraine were never fulfilled

Russia and the United States will discuss resuming a deal to ensure the safety of merchant shipping in the Black Sea, the Kremlin said on Monday, noting that what Moscow saw as key

Kremlin says key parts of original Black Sea grain deal with Ukraine were never fulfilled
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

‘I would prefer this over killing children:’ Why some Israeli teens are choosing jail over the army

‘I would prefer this over killing children:’ Why some Israeli teens are choosing jail over the army

‘I would prefer this over killing children:’ Why some Israeli teens are choosing jail over the army
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Spy and diplomat head Russian team at Ukraine talks with US in Riyadh

A veteran of Russia's FSB security service and a former long-serving diplomat are representing Russia at the latest round of talks with the United States over Ukraine, taking place on

Spy and diplomat head Russian team at Ukraine talks with US in Riyadh
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Education secretary says Columbia University's changes put it on track to recover funding

U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon says Columbia University is “on the right track” to recover federal funding frozen by the Trump administration

Education secretary says Columbia University's changes put it on track to recover funding
MidEast|Political|World

Gaza's Health Ministry says Israel has struck the largest hospital in the territory's south

Gaza’s Health Ministry says Israel’s military has struck the largest hospital in the territory's south, killing two people and wounding others

Gaza's Health Ministry says Israel has struck the largest hospital in the territory's south
MidEast|Political|World

Israeli strike at Gaza hospital kills 5, Israel says target was Hamas militant

An Israeli airstrike at a hospital in Gaza on Sunday killed five people, including a Hamas political leader, Palestinian medics and

Israeli strike at Gaza hospital kills 5, Israel says target was Hamas militant
MidEast|Political|World

Israel fires on Lebanon after rocket attack in the heaviest exchange since the truce with Hezbollah

Israel has launched airstrikes on several locations in Lebanon in retaliation for a rocket attack

Israel fires on Lebanon after rocket attack in the heaviest exchange since the truce with Hezbollah
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

Israel panel approves 2025 budget, set for final vote in parliament by end-March

Israel's parliamentary finance committee late on Sunday approved the 2025 state budget, setting up a final vote by lawmakers before its March 31 deadline to

Israel panel approves 2025 budget, set for final vote in parliament by end-March
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israel strikes southern Gaza hospital as it targets Hamas operative in escalation of renewed offensive

Israel strikes southern Gaza hospital as it targets Hamas operative in escalation of renewed offensive

Israel strikes southern Gaza hospital as it targets Hamas operative in escalation of renewed offensive
Education|MidEast|Political|US

US education secretary praises Columbia's reforms to unlock $400 million

U.S.

US education secretary praises Columbia's reforms to unlock $400 million
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political

Turkey jails Istanbul mayor before trial, stoking opposition anger

A Turkish court on Sunday jailed Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, President Tayyip Erdogan's main political rival, pending trial on

Turkey jails Istanbul mayor before trial, stoking opposition anger
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

US envoy Witkoff optimistic about Ukraine talks, says Putin wants peace

U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff expressed optimism on Sunday ahead of high-stakes talks in Saudi Arabia over the war in Ukraine and said he believed Russian

US envoy Witkoff optimistic about Ukraine talks, says Putin wants peace
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Ukraine, US teams hold talks in Saudi Arabia, US envoy hopeful on ending war

Ukrainian and U.S. delegations discussed on Sunday proposals to protect energy facilities and critical infrastructure, Ukraine's defence

Ukraine, US teams hold talks in Saudi Arabia, US envoy hopeful on ending war
Africa|MidEast|Political|US|World

Expelled South African ambassador returns home and says will wear US sanction as 'badge of dignity'

The South African ambassador who was expelled from the United States and declared persona non grata by the Trump administration has been welcomed home at an airport by hundreds of supporters who sang songs praising him

Expelled South African ambassador returns home and says will wear US sanction as 'badge of dignity'
MidEast|Political|US

Trump's offer of talks with Iran aims to avoid military action, US envoy says

U.S.

Trump's offer of talks with Iran aims to avoid military action, US envoy says
MidEast|Political|World

A legal showdown looms in Israel as Netanyahu moves to oust top officials

Political tensions are surging in Israel after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has moved to fire top security and legal officials

A legal showdown looms in Israel as Netanyahu moves to oust top officials
MidEast|Political|World

Defying protests, Israeli cabinet votes no confidence in attorney general

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's cabinet approved a no confidence motion against the attorney general on Sunday, in its

Defying protests, Israeli cabinet votes no confidence in attorney general
Business|Economy|MidEast

Iraq plans to raise oil production capacity above 6 million bpd by 2029

Iraq plans to raise oil production capacity to more than 6 million barrels per day (bpd) by 2029, the state news agency reported Iraq's oil ministry as saying on Sunday.

Iraq plans to raise oil production capacity above 6 million bpd by 2029
Crime|Education|MidEast|US

12-year-old accused of a hate crime after two Muslim students are attacked at their Connecticut middle school

12-year-old accused of a hate crime after two Muslim students are attacked at their Connecticut middle school

12-year-old accused of a hate crime after two Muslim students are attacked at their Connecticut middle school
Election|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkish opposition party members, others head to polls for primary election

Turkish opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) members and others head to polling stations on Sunday for a primary election to endorse detained Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu

Turkish opposition party members, others head to polls for primary election
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets

Turkish central bank to meet bank executives, banking sources say

Turkish Central Bank Governor Fatih Karahan will meet with board members of Turkey's Banks Association (TBB) on Sunday to discuss recent developments in the market, three banking

Turkish central bank to meet bank executives, banking sources say
MidEast|Political|World

Israel's security cabinet approves independence for 13 West Bank settlements

Israel's security cabinet approved a plan to separate 13 Jewish settlements in the Israeli-occupied West Bank from their neighbouring communities, Finance

Israel's security cabinet approves independence for 13 West Bank settlements
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

The US lifts bounties on senior Taliban officials, including Sirajuddin Haqqani, says Kabul

The Taliban say the U.S. has lifted bounties on three senior Taliban figures, including the interior minister who also heads a powerful network blamed for bloody attacks against Afghanistan’s former Western-backed government

The US lifts bounties on senior Taliban officials, including Sirajuddin Haqqani, says Kabul
MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran's top diplomat says US must change its approach for any talks

Talks with the U.S. are impossible unless Washington changes its pressure policy, the Iranian foreign minister said on Sunday, as Iran prepares to respond to President Donald Trump's

Iran's top diplomat says US must change its approach for any talks
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Prosecutors request formal arrest of Istanbul mayor and top challenger to Turkey's Erdogan

Prosecutors have requested that detained Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, the top challenger to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, be formally arrested over allegations of corruption and terror links

Prosecutors request formal arrest of Istanbul mayor and top challenger to Turkey's Erdogan
MidEast|Political|World

Israel strikes Hezbollah in response to rocket fire in most significant flare-up of tensions since ceasefire

Israel strikes Hezbollah in response to rocket fire in most significant flare-up of tensions since ceasefire

Israel strikes Hezbollah in response to rocket fire in most significant flare-up of tensions since ceasefire
MidEast|Political|Sports|US

Auburn coach Bruce Pearl makes plea for return of American hostage Edan Alexander from Gaza

Auburn basketball coach Bruce Pearl began his postgame NCAA Tournament news conference on Saturday night by advocating for the release of Edan Alexander, the last living American being held hostage in Gaza by Hamas

Auburn coach Bruce Pearl makes plea for return of American hostage Edan Alexander from Gaza
MidEast|Political|World

Truce shaky as Israel strikes Lebanon in response to rocket fire

Israeli artillery and airstrikes hit south Lebanon on Saturday after Israel said it had intercepted rockets fired from across the border,

Truce shaky as Israel strikes Lebanon in response to rocket fire
Education|MidEast|Political|US

US immigration officials ask pro-Palestinian Cornell student to surrender

U.S. immigration officials on Friday sent an email to the legal team of Momodou Taal, a Cornell University student who has participated in pro-Palestinian

US immigration officials ask pro-Palestinian Cornell student to surrender
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Istanbul mayor Imamoglu appears in court as protests sweep Turkish cities

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, a potential challenger to longtime President Tayyip Erdogan, appeared in a Turkish court on Saturday for the first time since his

Istanbul mayor Imamoglu appears in court as protests sweep Turkish cities
MidEast|Political|World

Israel anti-government protests flare after dismissal of top security agency chief

Thousands of Israelis demonstrated in Tel Aviv on Saturday against the decision by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government to dismiss the head of the Shin Bet

Israel anti-government protests flare after dismissal of top security agency chief
Asia|Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

Taliban says US has lifted $10 million reward for information on Sirajuddin Haqqani

The United States has lifted a $10 million reward offer for information leading to the arrest of a major Taliban leader, Sirajuddin Haqqani, an Afghan interior ministry spokesperson

Taliban says US has lifted $10 million reward for information on Sirajuddin Haqqani
MidEast|Political|US|World

Father of the last living American hostage in Gaza hopes Trump can bring his son home

The father of the last living American hostage being held by Hamas in Gaza is hoping that the Trump administration's negotiators can help bring his son home safely

Father of the last living American hostage in Gaza hopes Trump can bring his son home
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Cornell student protester told to surrender to ICE as he asks judge to block deportation

Cornell student protester told to surrender to ICE as he asks judge to block deportation

Cornell student protester told to surrender to ICE as he asks judge to block deportation
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey detains 343 people over protests against Istanbul mayor’s detention, interior ministry says

Turkish authorities have detained 343 people during overnight protests in several cities against the detention of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, the Interior Ministry said on

Turkey detains 343 people over protests against Istanbul mayor’s detention, interior ministry says
MidEast|Political|US|World

American freed by Taliban reunited with wife, former cellmate, in US

George Glezmann, an American detained in Afghanistan for more than two years before being released by the Taliban, arrived in the United

American freed by Taliban reunited with wife, former cellmate, in US
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UK, France, Germany urge Gaza ceasefire, ask Israel to restore humanitarian access

The governments of Germany, France and Britain called for an immediate return to a ceasefire in Gaza in a joint statement on Friday that also called on Israel to restore humanitarian access

UK, France, Germany urge Gaza ceasefire, ask Israel to restore humanitarian access
Crime|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Thousands rally in Istanbul as Erdogan issues warning against protests over mayor's arrest

Protests erupted across multiple Turkish cities denouncing the arrest of the mayor of Istanbul even as President Recep Tayyip Erdogan issued a stern warning that demonstrations would not be tolerated

Thousands rally in Istanbul as Erdogan issues warning against protests over mayor's arrest
Food|Lifestyle|MidEast|US

After breaking fast, volunteers use Ramadan as an opportunity to give in Detroit

In what has become a Ramadan tradition, a group of volunteers in Dearborn, Michigan, gathers excess food prepared for the nightly fast-breaking iftar meal and distributes it to those in need in neighboring Detroit

After breaking fast, volunteers use Ramadan as an opportunity to give in Detroit
MidEast|Political|World

US tells UN Hamas is to blame for deaths since Israel resumed Gaza hostilities

The United States told the U.N.

US tells UN Hamas is to blame for deaths since Israel resumed Gaza hostilities
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US

Oil prices rise for second consecutive week on expected tighter supply

Oil prices settled higher on Friday and recorded a second consecutive weekly gain as fresh U.S. sanctions on Iran and the latest output plan from the OPEC+ producer

Oil prices rise for second consecutive week on expected tighter supply
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Sudan army says it has control of presidential palace in Khartoum

The Sudanese army seized full control of the presidential palace in downtown Khartoum on Friday, it said in a statement, in

Sudan army says it has control of presidential palace in Khartoum
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump administration monitoring actions of Syria's new rulers, State Dept says

The administration of President Donald Trump is monitoring the actions of Syria's interim leaders as Washington determines future policy, the U.S.

Trump administration monitoring actions of Syria's new rulers, State Dept says
MidEast|Political|World

Hamas studies US 'bridge' proposal for truce as Israel escalates return to war

Hamas said on Friday it was reviewing a U.S. proposal to restore the Gaza ceasefire as Israel intensified a military onslaught to press

Hamas studies US 'bridge' proposal for truce as Israel escalates return to war
Crime|MidEast|Political|US

Two convicted in US of Iran-backed plot to kill journalist 

By Luc Cohen NEW YORK - Two men who U.S. prosecutors say belong to a Russian organized crime group were convicted of involvement in an unsuccessful Iran-backed plot to kill a prominent New York-based

Two convicted in US of Iran-backed plot to kill journalist 
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Red Crescent says less than half of its emergency vehicles operational in Gaza

Less than half of emergency vehicles run by the Palestinian Red Crescent are operational in Gaza due to fuel shortages, the IFRC humanitarian network said on

Red Crescent says less than half of its emergency vehicles operational in Gaza
MidEast|Political|US|World

Russia defends Iran's right to peaceful nuclear program ahead of US-Israel talks

Iran has the right to peaceful atomic energy and is acting in line with international law, the Kremlin said on Friday as the United States and Israel prepare for

Russia defends Iran's right to peaceful nuclear program ahead of US-Israel talks
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Istanbul mayor's arrest throws Turkey's Kurdish peace bid into doubt

The detention of Istanbul's popular mayor risks undermining Turkey's move to end the PKK militant group's 40-year-old insurgency - a plan relying heavily

Istanbul mayor's arrest throws Turkey's Kurdish peace bid into doubt
MidEast|Political|World

Hamas remains potent threat to Israel despite muted response to strikes

Israel inflicted serious damage on Hamas with airstrikes this week that killed its Gaza government chief and other top officials, but

Hamas remains potent threat to Israel despite muted response to strikes
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Under threat from Trump, Columbia University agrees to policy changes

Columbia University agreed to implement a host of policy changes, including overhauling its rules for protests and conducting an immediate review of its Middle Eastern studies department

Under threat from Trump, Columbia University agrees to policy changes
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Tense protests grow in Turkey over Istanbul mayor's detention

Protests against the detention of Istanbul's mayor grew on Friday and turned increasingly tense, Turkey's

Tense protests grow in Turkey over Istanbul mayor's detention
MidEast|Political|World

Israel says it will maintain ‘permanent’ presence in Gaza unless hostages are freed

Israel says it will maintain ‘permanent’ presence in Gaza unless hostages are freed

Israel says it will maintain ‘permanent’ presence in Gaza unless hostages are freed
MidEast|Political|World

Israeli forces push deeper into Gaza and destroy its only cancer hospital

Israeli forces have destroyed Gaza's only specialized cancer hospital as ground forces advance deeper into the Gaza Strip

Israeli forces push deeper into Gaza and destroy its only cancer hospital
Europe|MidEast|Travel

Airline staff ‘were as shocked as we were.’ The passengers caught up in the flight chaos

Airline staff ‘were as shocked as we were.’ The passengers caught up in the flight chaos

Airline staff ‘were as shocked as we were.’ The passengers caught up in the flight chaos
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|US

UAE commits to $1.4 trillion US investment, White House says

The United Arab Emirates has committed to a 10-year, $1.4 trillion investment framework in the United States after top UAE officials

UAE commits to $1.4 trillion US investment, White House says
MidEast|Political|World

Israeli Supreme Court freezes dismissal of Shin Bet chief

Israel's Supreme Court issued an injunction on Friday temporarily freezing the dismissal of the head of the domestic intelligence service as protestors

Israeli Supreme Court freezes dismissal of Shin Bet chief
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|World

Gold dips on higher dollar, still eyes third weekly gain

Gold fell 1% on Friday due to a stronger dollar and profit-taking, although lingering geopolitical and economic uncertainties, and U.S.

Gold dips on higher dollar, still eyes third weekly gain
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political

Detained Istanbul mayor Imamoglu denies corruption charges, court document shows

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu has denied corruption charges brought against him, according to a court document seen by Reuters on Friday, after he was detained on Wednesday for

Detained Istanbul mayor Imamoglu denies corruption charges, court document shows
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

‘It’s not what he expected’: Rubio has competition for the role of America’s top diplomat

‘It’s not what he expected’: Rubio has competition for the role of America’s top diplomat

‘It’s not what he expected’: Rubio has competition for the role of America’s top diplomat
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Sudan's military says it has retaken Khartoum's Republican Palace, seat of country's government

Sudan’s military says it retook the Republican Palace in Khartoum, the last heavily guarded bastion in the capital of rival paramilitary forces, after nearly two years of fighting

Sudan's military says it has retaken Khartoum's Republican Palace, seat of country's government
MidEast|Political|US

Hegseth beefs up warship presence in the Middle East and will have 2 aircraft carriers in the region

A U.S. official says Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is beefing up the Navy warship presence in the Middle East, ordering two aircraft carriers to be there next month as the U.S. increases strikes on Yemen-based Houthi rebels

Hegseth beefs up warship presence in the Middle East and will have 2 aircraft carriers in the region
Education|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump administration abused immigration laws with Khalil's arrest, Democratic senators say

A group of eight Democratic Senators on Friday accused the Trump administration of abusing the country's immigration laws in arresting Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil over his

Trump administration abused immigration laws with Khalil's arrest, Democratic senators say
MidEast|Political|World

In Israel, reservist burnout and little public appetite for more war in Gaza

Israel has warned that its latest onslaught in Gaza is "just the beginning" as its forces pound the enclave with deadly airstrikes and launch new ground

In Israel, reservist burnout and little public appetite for more war in Gaza
Asia|Business|Economy|MidEast|Political

New US sanctions to slow but not stop China's Iranian oil imports, traders say

Iranian oil shipments into China are set to fall in the near-term after new U.S. sanctions on a refiner and tankers, driving up shipping costs, but

New US sanctions to slow but not stop China's Iranian oil imports, traders say
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Major moments in Sudan's history of coups, wars and instability

Sudan, which has been in the grip of a two-year-old war between the army and a paramilitary group, has a history of civil wars, military takeovers and rebellions.

Major moments in Sudan's history of coups, wars and instability
Food|MidEast|World

UN agency: six days of flour left to distribute in Gaza

One of the largest providers of food aid in Gaza warned on Friday it only has enough flour to distribute for the next six days.

UN agency: six days of flour left to distribute in Gaza
Asia|MidEast|Political|US|World

US slaps Iran-related sanctions on oil tankers, China 'teapot' refinery

The U.S. on Thursday issued new sanctions intended to hit Iran's oil exports, including what the State Department said were the first U.S. measures targeting a

US slaps Iran-related sanctions on oil tankers, China 'teapot' refinery
MidEast|Political|World

Israeli Supreme Court freezes Netanyahu government’s dismissal of head of internal security agency

Israeli Supreme Court freezes Netanyahu government’s dismissal of head of internal security agency

Israeli Supreme Court freezes Netanyahu government’s dismissal of head of internal security agency
Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|World

Turkey's market rout worsens amid protests, worst stock slump since 2008

Turkish stocks were set for their worst week since the aftermath of 2008's Lehman Brothers collapse on Friday as concerns about this week's

Turkey's market rout worsens amid protests, worst stock slump since 2008
Education|MidEast|Political|US

What we know about the Georgetown scholar facing deportation for alleged terror ties and ‘Hamas propaganda’

What we know about the Georgetown scholar facing deportation for alleged terror ties and ‘Hamas propaganda’

What we know about the Georgetown scholar facing deportation for alleged terror ties and ‘Hamas propaganda’
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Ukraine port city ‘on fire’ after ‘massive’ Russian attack as Trump projects optimism ahead of peace talks

Ukraine port city ‘on fire’ after ‘massive’ Russian attack as Trump projects optimism ahead of peace talks

Ukraine port city ‘on fire’ after ‘massive’ Russian attack as Trump projects optimism ahead of peace talks
Crime|MidEast|Political|US

UCLA sued over 2024 mob attack on pro-Palestinian protesters

The University of California, Los Angeles, was sued on Thursday over a 2024 mob attack on pro-Palestinian protesters at the height of the U.S. campus protest

UCLA sued over 2024 mob attack on pro-Palestinian protesters
Europe|MidEast|Political|Travel|World

Greece extends by a year visas for Turkish nationals to visit islands

Greece has extended by a year a visa scheme for Turkish nationals wishing to visit 12 islands in the Aegean Sea for up to a week, diplomatic sources said, continuing a programme

Greece extends by a year visas for Turkish nationals to visit islands
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast

UK gas producer Energean terminates Carlyle deal over approval delays

UK-based gas producer Energean said on Friday it was terminating a deal with private equity fund Carlyle for the sale of some of its assets due to

UK gas producer Energean terminates Carlyle deal over approval delays
MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran's leader says Yemen's Houthis act independently, warns against US action

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said on Friday that Tehran does not need proxies in the region and that Yemen's Houthis, who are among the groups in the Middle East that Iran

Iran's leader says Yemen's Houthis act independently, warns against US action
Business|MidEast|Technology|US|World

US Army asks Anduril for new small solid rocket motor

Anduril Industries has been selected by the U.S.

US Army asks Anduril for new small solid rocket motor
MidEast|Political|US|World

Israel returns to war in Gaza with wider aims and almost no constraints

Israel’s renewed military offensive in the Gaza Strip threatens to be even deadlier and more destructive than the last, as it pursues wider aims with far fewer constraints

Israel returns to war in Gaza with wider aims and almost no constraints
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

US government cannot deport Georgetown scholar until court rules, judge orders

A federal judge has ordered immigration officials not to deport a Georgetown University scholar that the government detained until the court has had a chance to rule

US government cannot deport Georgetown scholar until court rules, judge orders
MidEast|Political|World

Israeli government agrees to Netanyahu's dismissal of Shin Bet head, statement

The Israeli government unanimously approved early on Friday a proposal from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to dismiss Shin Bet head Ronen Bar, the prime

Israeli government agrees to Netanyahu's dismissal of Shin Bet head, statement
MidEast|Political|US

Lawmakers clash with constituents following more angry town halls

Lawmakers clash with constituents following more angry town halls

Lawmakers clash with constituents following more angry town halls
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Judge says Trump administration can’t deport Georgetown University fellow

Judge says Trump administration can’t deport Georgetown University fellow

Judge says Trump administration can’t deport Georgetown University fellow
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Columbia up against Trump deadline for meeting demands over campus protests

A deadline is looming for Columbia University to respond to nine demands on tightening restrictions on campus protests that U.S.

Columbia up against Trump deadline for meeting demands over campus protests
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

Judge bars deportation of pro-Palestinian Georgetown University student

A federal judge ordered President Donald Trump's administration not to deport Badar Khan Suri, an Indian man studying at Washington's Georgetown University

Judge bars deportation of pro-Palestinian Georgetown University student
MidEast|Political|World

Strikes in Gaza kill 85 overnight, bringing the total since Israel broke ceasefire to nearly 600

Israeli strikes have killed at least 85 Palestinians across the Gaza Strip overnight and into Thursday

Strikes in Gaza kill 85 overnight, bringing the total since Israel broke ceasefire to nearly 600
MidEast|Political|World

Israeli hostage freed after 491 days asks: Where was the United Nations, the Red Cross, the world?

Freed Israeli hostage Eli Sharabi has expressed his anger during an appearance at the U.N. Security Council for having to suffer for so long and worry every day about being killed

Israeli hostage freed after 491 days asks: Where was the United Nations, the Red Cross, the world?
MidEast|Political|World

Netanyahu government approves firing of Shin Bet head amid protests

The Israeli cabinet voted early on Friday to dismiss the head of the Shin Bet domestic intelligence service effective April 10, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said,

Netanyahu government approves firing of Shin Bet head amid protests
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Israel says it intercepted two missiles launched from Yemen

Israel's military said it intercepted two missiles launched from Yemen on Thursday, days after U.S.

Israel says it intercepted two missiles launched from Yemen
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UN refugee agency says Cyprus still pushes back migrant boats, Cyprus insists agency has it wrong

Cyprus and the United Nations agency for refugees are clashing over allegations that the east Mediterranean island nation continues to engage in so-called pushbacks against migrant boats departing from neighboring Syria or Lebanon

UN refugee agency says Cyprus still pushes back migrant boats, Cyprus insists agency has it wrong
MidEast|Political|World

Middle East latest: Israeli strikes kill at least 85 Palestinians in Gaza, hospitals say

Three hospitals in the Gaza Strip say at least 85 Palestinians were killed by Israeli airstrikes on several homes across the war torn territory

Middle East latest: Israeli strikes kill at least 85 Palestinians in Gaza, hospitals say
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

Elite universities feel targeted as Trump administration expands immigration crackdown

Elite universities feel targeted as Trump administration expands immigration crackdown

Elite universities feel targeted as Trump administration expands immigration crackdown
Business|MidEast|Political|US|World

US approves precision rocket sale to Saudi Arabia amid Houthi conflict

The U.S.

US approves precision rocket sale to Saudi Arabia amid Houthi conflict
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turks protest, opposition defiant over Istanbul mayor's detention

Thousands of Turks ramped up protests on Thursday despite a ban on street gatherings over what they called the undemocratic

Turks protest, opposition defiant over Istanbul mayor's detention
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Judge tells Columbia and Barnard to refrain from turning over student disciplinary records for now

A federal judge has ordered Columbia University and Barnard College to refrain from complying with a Republican-led House committee’s demand for student disciplinary records, at least until he holds a hearing next week on a request by Mahmoud Khalil and other students for a temporary restraining order

Judge tells Columbia and Barnard to refrain from turning over student disciplinary records for now
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Taliban release an American man who was abducted while traveling in Afghanistan

An American man who was abducted more than two years ago while traveling through Afghanistan as a tourist has been released by the Taliban

Taliban release an American man who was abducted while traveling in Afghanistan
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Thousands rally outside Istanbul city hall for 2nd night over mayor's arrest

Thousands of people have gathered outside Istanbul’s city hall for a second consecutive night to rally against the arrest of the city’s popular mayor

Thousands rally outside Istanbul city hall for 2nd night over mayor's arrest
Crime|MidEast|Political|US|World

UN says renewed Gaza violence makes hostage return more distant

The United Nations said on Thursday that each day of renewed violence in Gaza makes the return of the remaining hostages held there a more distant objective. U.N.

UN says renewed Gaza violence makes hostage return more distant
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Erdogan dismisses as 'theatrics' criticism of Istanbul mayor detention

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Thursday the main opposition party was seeking to cover up its own mistakes and deceive people with "theatrics", in his first comments on

Erdogan dismisses as 'theatrics' criticism of Istanbul mayor detention
Business|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets|US

Oil prices settle $1 higher after US issues new Iran-related sanctions

Oil prices rose on Thursday after the United States issued new Iran-related sanctions and renewed tensions in the Middle East countered strength in the dollar.

Oil prices settle $1 higher after US issues new Iran-related sanctions
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Detained Istanbul mayor appeals to Erdogan's party, judiciary

Detained Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu appeared to address Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan in a social media post on Thursday, accusing him of corruption and calling on members of his

Detained Istanbul mayor appeals to Erdogan's party, judiciary
MidEast|Political|World

Hamas fires rockets at Israel for first time since truce collapses as toll mounts in Gaza

Hamas fires rockets at Israel for first time since truce collapses as toll mounts in Gaza

Hamas fires rockets at Israel for first time since truce collapses as toll mounts in Gaza
MidEast|Political|US|World

American detained by Taliban in Afghanistan is freed in deal mediated by Qatar

American detained by Taliban in Afghanistan is freed in deal mediated by Qatar

American detained by Taliban in Afghanistan is freed in deal mediated by Qatar
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|US|World

Gold scales record peak as Fed signals two rate cuts in 2025

Gold touched an all-time high on Thursday as the U.S.

Gold scales record peak as Fed signals two rate cuts in 2025
Education|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Five UNRWA staff killed in Gaza, fears worst is yet to come

Five staff members of the United Nations Palestinian relief agency, UNRWA, have been killed in the past few days, the agency's Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini said on

Five UNRWA staff killed in Gaza, fears worst is yet to come
MidEast|Political|World

At least 91 killed in Gaza as Israel abandons ceasefire, orders evacuation

At least 91 Palestinians were killed and dozens wounded in airstrikes across Gaza on Thursday after Israel resumed bombing and ground

At least 91 killed in Gaza as Israel abandons ceasefire, orders evacuation
MidEast|Political|US|World

American citizen Glezmann freed by Taliban, returning to US

The Taliban on Thursday freed an American citizen detained in Afghanistan for over two years following direct talks between U.S. hostage

American citizen Glezmann freed by Taliban, returning to US
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Under pressure from Trump, Columbia plans its next move with other colleges watching closely

Confronted with huge cuts to its federal funding, Columbia University’s leaders face a grim decision: They can yield to the Trump administration’s demands over allegations of antisemitism — ceding extraordinary control to the federal government — or they can fight back, potentially risking even more debilitating cuts in an escalating clash

Under pressure from Trump, Columbia plans its next move with other colleges watching closely
Economy|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Gazan family uprooted by renewed war faces deepening hardship

Khader Junaid clambered onto a donkey cart with his family and their belongings and set off through Gaza's rubble, embarking on all-too-familiar escape to safety

Gazan family uprooted by renewed war faces deepening hardship
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Germany reopens embassy in Syria in cautious thaw with Islamist leaders

Germany reopened its embassy in Syria on Thursday, establishing official diplomatic ties with the new leadership in Damascus as it faces deep humanitarian and security problems in

Germany reopens embassy in Syria in cautious thaw with Islamist leaders
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Germany reopens its embassy in Syria, 13 years after it was closed

Germany’s foreign minister has reopened its embassy in Damascus, 13 years after it was shut in the early days of Syria’s civil war

Germany reopens its embassy in Syria, 13 years after it was closed
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

A month-old girl is pulled from the rubble in Gaza after an airstrike killed her parents

Rescuers have pulled a 25-day old baby girl alive from the rubble of her home in Gaza's Khan Younis after an airstrike killed her parents and brother

A month-old girl is pulled from the rubble in Gaza after an airstrike killed her parents
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Russia and US to discuss Black Sea shipping on Monday

Russian and U.S. experts will discuss ways to ensure the safety of shipping in the Black Sea at talks on a possible Ukrainian peace settlement in Riyadh on Monday, the Kremlin said.

Russia and US to discuss Black Sea shipping on Monday
Education|MidEast|Political|Technology|World

The ADL says Wikipedia contains antisemitic bias, amid dispute over how the Israel-Hamas conflict is represented on the site

The ADL says Wikipedia contains antisemitic bias, amid dispute over how the Israel-Hamas conflict is represented on the site

The ADL says Wikipedia contains antisemitic bias, amid dispute over how the Israel-Hamas conflict is represented on the site
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

French citizen Olivier Grondeau is freed after over 880 days in a prison in Iran

A French citizen imprisoned in Iran for over 880 days has been freed

French citizen Olivier Grondeau is freed after over 880 days in a prison in Iran
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump threatens Houthi rebels that they'll be 'completely annihilated' as airstrikes pound Yemen

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened Yemen’s Houthi rebels that they’ll be “completely annihilated” as American airstrikes pounded locations under their control, while further pressuring the group’s main benefactor Iran

Trump threatens Houthi rebels that they'll be 'completely annihilated' as airstrikes pound Yemen
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Sudan army close to taking control of Presidential Palace from RSF, state TV says

Sudan's army is close to taking control of the Presidential Palace in Khartoum from the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, state TV reported on Thursday, in a significant milestone in a two

Sudan army close to taking control of Presidential Palace from RSF, state TV says
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Putin offers Syria's Sharaa support and cooperation

President Vladimir Putin sent a message to Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa backing efforts to ensure Syria's territorial integrity and offering Russia's "practical cooperation" on a

Putin offers Syria's Sharaa support and cooperation
MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran says it will consider 'opportunities' as well as threats in Trump letter

Iran will consider the "opportunities" as well as the threats in a letter from U.S.

Iran says it will consider 'opportunities' as well as threats in Trump letter
MidEast|Political|World

Israeli strikes kill dozens as military launches first ground campaign since ceasefire collapsed

Israeli strikes kill dozens as military launches first ground campaign since ceasefire collapsed

Israeli strikes kill dozens as military launches first ground campaign since ceasefire collapsed
Crime|Health|Lifestyle|MidEast|Political|World

A pregnant woman and her young son were killed in Gaza by an Israeli airstrike

Afnan al-Ghanam of Gaza had given birth to her first child during war, 13 months ago, while the family was still living in their home

A pregnant woman and her young son were killed in Gaza by an Israeli airstrike
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Macron and Saudi Crown Prince discuss Gaza, Ukraine peace process

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Wednesday he spoke with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and the two leaders condemned the resumption of Israeli strikes on Gaza.

Macron and Saudi Crown Prince discuss Gaza, Ukraine peace process
Arts|Entertainment|MidEast|Political|World

Florida mayor drops threat to evict cinema for screening 'No Other Land'

Miami Beach Mayor Steven Meiner said on Wednesday he dropped his threat to evict an art house cinema from city property for screening Oscar-winning "No Other

Florida mayor drops threat to evict cinema for screening 'No Other Land'
Education|MidEast|Political|US

US seeks to deport pro-Palestinian Georgetown University student

U.S.

US seeks to deport pro-Palestinian Georgetown University student
MidEast|Political|World

Israeli outposts have proliferated in the West Bank since Oct. 7, analysis shows. Palestinians fear annexation could be next.

Israeli outposts have proliferated in the West Bank since Oct. 7, analysis shows. Palestinians fear annexation could be next.

Israeli outposts have proliferated in the West Bank since Oct. 7, analysis shows. Palestinians fear annexation could be next.
MidEast|Political|World

Israel intercepts missile launched by Houthi rebels as US airstrikes hit Yemen

Israel intercepts missile launched by Houthi rebels as US airstrikes hit Yemen

Israel intercepts missile launched by Houthi rebels as US airstrikes hit Yemen
MidEast|Political|US

Judge says Columbia protestor must remain in US for now, moves case to NJ

A U.S. judge on Wednesday said Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil must remain in the United States for now, but moved his challenge to the legality of his

Judge says Columbia protestor must remain in US for now, moves case to NJ
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Zelenskiy says he had substantive call with Trump discussing partial ceasefire, air defences

Ukrainian and U.S. teams could meet in Saudi Arabia in the coming days to discuss technicalities of partial ceasefire, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said after what he described as "very

Zelenskiy says he had substantive call with Trump discussing partial ceasefire, air defences
MidEast|Political|US|World

US strikes hit targets in Yemeni capital, Houthi-run TV reports

The United States struck targets in the Yemeni capital of Sanaa on Wednesday, Houthi-run Al Masirah TV reported, the latest in a wave of strikes carried out in retaliation for attacks

US strikes hit targets in Yemeni capital, Houthi-run TV reports
MidEast|Technology|World

A look at Israel's multilayered air defense as military says it shot down missile from Yemen

The Israeli military said it intercepted a missile launched from Yemen early Thursday before it reached Israeli airspace, as air raid sirens and exploding interceptors were heard in Jerusalem

A look at Israel's multilayered air defense as military says it shot down missile from Yemen
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political

Turkish police arrest Istanbul mayor, a key Erdogan rival, as government crackdown escalates

Turkish police have arrested Istanbul’s mayor — a popular opposition leader and key rival of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan — and several other prominent figures as part of investigations into alleged corruption and terror links

Turkish police arrest Istanbul mayor, a key Erdogan rival, as government crackdown escalates
MidEast|Political|World

Middle East latest: Israeli forces are recapturing a key corridor that cuts Gaza in half

The Israeli military says it launched a “limited ground operation” to retake part of a key corridor that bisects northern Gaza from the south

Middle East latest: Israeli forces are recapturing a key corridor that cuts Gaza in half
MidEast|World

Israeli troops advance in Gaza to retake part of a corridor dividing north from south

Israel says its troops retook part of a corridor that bisects Gaza, and its defense minister warned that attacks would intensify until Hamas frees dozens of hostages and gives up control of the territory

Israeli troops advance in Gaza to retake part of a corridor dividing north from south
MidEast|Political|US

Federal judge orders Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil’s case to be moved to New Jersey

Federal judge orders Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil’s case to be moved to New Jersey

Federal judge orders Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil’s case to be moved to New Jersey
MidEast|Political|US

Trump gives Iran two-month deadline to reach new nuclear deal

Trump gives Iran two-month deadline to reach new nuclear deal

Trump gives Iran two-month deadline to reach new nuclear deal
Africa|MidEast|Political|US|World

US strikes Houthi strongholds in Yemen where leaders are hiding, Yemeni sources say

The U.S. hit targets across Yemen in airstrikes overnight, including Saada province, which Yemeni sources say is a long-time hideout for Iran-aligned Houthi

US strikes Houthi strongholds in Yemen where leaders are hiding, Yemeni sources say
MidEast|Political|US|World

US says 'bridge proposal' on table for Gaza ceasefire but window 'closing fast'

The U.S.

US says 'bridge proposal' on table for Gaza ceasefire but window 'closing fast'
Business|Food|MidEast|Political|US

Ben & Jerry's alleges parent company Unilever removed its CEO over social activism

Ben & Jerry’s says its CEO was unlawfully removed by its parent company, Unilever, in retaliation for the ice cream maker’s social and political activism

Ben & Jerry's alleges parent company Unilever removed its CEO over social activism
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

The Trump-Putin phone call gave the Kremlin leader a chance to pivot away from the war in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump talked about the fighting in Ukraine, of course

The Trump-Putin phone call gave the Kremlin leader a chance to pivot away from the war in Ukraine
Crime|Election|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey detains Istanbul mayor in what opposition calls 'coup'

Turkey detained Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, the main rival of President Tayyip Erdogan, on charges of corruption and aiding a terrorist group in

Turkey detains Istanbul mayor in what opposition calls 'coup'
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UN's Guterres condemns attack on UN personnel

The United Nations' Secretary-General condemned on Wednesday attacks on UN personnel and added in a statement from his spokesperson that all parties in Israel's attack on Gaza knew

UN's Guterres condemns attack on UN personnel
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Oil rises on US fuel demand, Fed rate decision caps gains

Oil prices edged up on Wednesday after U.S. government data showed a draw in fuel inventories, but the Federal Reserve's decision to hold interest rates steady capped gains.

Oil rises on US fuel demand, Fed rate decision caps gains
Asia|Economy|Finance|MidEast|US

Dollar pares gains as Fed holds rates, forecasts slower growth

The dollar pared gains against the euro after the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady as expected on Wednesday, but indicated policymakers anticipate reducing borrowing

Dollar pares gains as Fed holds rates, forecasts slower growth
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Stock Markets

Wall Street ends higher, Treasury yields slip as Fed sees rate cuts this year

U.S. stocks bounced on Wednesday after the U.S.

Wall Street ends higher, Treasury yields slip as Fed sees rate cuts this year
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

After airstrikes, Israel says it has launched new ground operation in Gaza

The Israeli military said on Wednesday its forces resumed ground operations in the central and southern Gaza Strip, as a second day

After airstrikes, Israel says it has launched new ground operation in Gaza
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

Gold soars to record high after Fed holds rates steady, signals two cuts in 2025

Gold prices soared to an all-time high on Wednesday, following remarks from Fed Chair Jerome Powell and as the U.S.

Gold soars to record high after Fed holds rates steady, signals two cuts in 2025
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

A judge has moved a jailed Palestinian activist's deportation fight to New Jersey

A federal judge says a Columbia University student activist's legal challenge of his detention by the U.S. government will be heard in New Jersey rather than New York or Louisiana

A judge has moved a jailed Palestinian activist's deportation fight to New Jersey
Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets

Turkey's market turnaround stumbles as Erdogan rival detained

Two years of hard work to build international investor confidence in Turkey's economic turnaround story has been dealt a major setback by a long-feared detention of

Turkey's market turnaround stumbles as Erdogan rival detained
Americas|Arts|Entertainment|MidEast|Political|US|World

Miami Beach withdraws call to end lease of theater that screened Israeli-Palestinian documentary

The mayor of Miami Beach, Florida, is backing off a proposal to terminate an independent theater's lease and financial support after it screened an Oscar-winning documentary about the conflict between Palestinians and Israelis

Miami Beach withdraws call to end lease of theater that screened Israeli-Palestinian documentary
Africa|Health|MidEast|World

Urgent concern about malnutrition in Yemen after funding cuts, says MSF

Malnutrition is growing in Yemen with needs outpacing current treatment capacity, medical charity MSF said on Wednesday, in a statement appealing for greater

Urgent concern about malnutrition in Yemen after funding cuts, says MSF
MidEast|Political|World

Netanyahu faces fury as renewed war deepens Israeli divisions

Netanyahu faces fury as renewed war deepens Israeli divisions

Netanyahu faces fury as renewed war deepens Israeli divisions
MidEast|Political|US|World

Israel has resumed the war in Gaza. Why now?

Israel has resumed the war in Gaza. Why now?

Israel has resumed the war in Gaza. Why now?
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

German foreign minister: Resumption of Gaza fighting threatens Arab peace efforts

A resumption of fighting in the war between Israel and Hamas threatens the peace efforts of Arab states, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said on Wednesday ahead of her

German foreign minister: Resumption of Gaza fighting threatens Arab peace efforts
MidEast|Political|Sports|World

Palestinian FA reveals World Cup qualifying team with stark video from war-torn Gaza

Palestinian FA reveals World Cup qualifying team with stark video from war-torn Gaza

Palestinian FA reveals World Cup qualifying team with stark video from war-torn Gaza
MidEast|Political|World

Israeli opposition to Netanyahu finds voice as war returns to Gaza

A coalition of hostage families and protesters against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's moves against the judiciary and parts of the security

Israeli opposition to Netanyahu finds voice as war returns to Gaza
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Protesters say Istanbul mayor detention is a blow to democracy

Protesters near Istanbul's main police headquarters on Wednesday said the detention of President Tayyip Erdogan's main political rival and the city's mayor

Protesters say Istanbul mayor detention is a blow to democracy
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

One killed in strike on UN site in Gaza, Israeli army denies attack

A foreign national was killed and four others were wounded in an Israeli airstrike on the site of a United Nations headquarters in central Gaza City on Wednesday, Gaza's health

One killed in strike on UN site in Gaza, Israeli army denies attack
MidEast|Political|World

'We will return to battle': Netanyahu promises to fight Hamas with 'more power' after airstrikes shatter ceasefire

Hours after Israel pummeled Gaza with bombs, killing more than 400 people and ending the fragile ceasefire, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promised, "from now on, Israel will fight against Hamas with more and more power," until Gaza "will no longer be a threat."

'We will return to battle': Netanyahu promises to fight Hamas with 'more power' after airstrikes shatter ceasefire
MidEast|Political|World

Gaza ceasefire shattered as Israel carries out wave of deadly strikes

The fragile ceasefire in Gaza ended on Tuesday as Israel launched “extensive strikes” across the enclave. The operation ended a nearly two month pause in fighting which had allowed some sense of normalcy for Gaza residents after over a year of war.

Gaza ceasefire shattered as Israel carries out wave of deadly strikes
MidEast|Political|World

Israeli foreign minister says fresh strikes on Gaza are not a "one-day attack"

Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Saar said on Tuesday that fresh Israeli strikes that have killed hundreds of Palestinians were not a "one-day attack" and that the military

Israeli foreign minister says fresh strikes on Gaza are not a "one-day attack"
MidEast|Political|World

Israel's multiple wars in the Middle East

Israel has been fighting wars on several fronts in the Middle East since the Palestinian militant group Hamas attacked communities in the country in

Israel's multiple wars in the Middle East
Crime|Election|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Imamoglu, the detained Istanbul mayor seen as Erdogan’s key rival

Turkey detained Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu on Wednesday on charges such as graft and aiding a terrorist group, a step the main opposition party criticised as a "

Imamoglu, the detained Istanbul mayor seen as Erdogan’s key rival
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Human Rights Watch condemns detention of Istanbul mayor Imamoglu

Human Rights Watch Turkey Director Emma Sinclair-Webb condemned the detention of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu and others from the Istanbul municipality on Wednesday, calling it a "

Human Rights Watch condemns detention of Istanbul mayor Imamoglu
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Central banks take the limelight, briefly

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook Investors' attention looks set to switch, briefly, to monetary policy for the rest of the week, from its usual recent fixation

Central banks take the limelight, briefly
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

After call with Trump, Putin agrees to pause attacks on Ukraine’s energy and infrastructure targets

After call with Trump, Putin agrees to pause attacks on Ukraine’s energy and infrastructure targets

After call with Trump, Putin agrees to pause attacks on Ukraine’s energy and infrastructure targets
MidEast|Political|US|World

Mahmoud Khalil calls himself political prisoner after US immigration arrest

Mahmoud Khalil, the Columbia University Palestinian graduate student who the Trump administration is seeking to deport for his role in pro-Palestinian protests

Mahmoud Khalil calls himself political prisoner after US immigration arrest
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Presidents of Congo and Rwanda meet in Qatar to discuss the insurgency in eastern Congo

The presidents of Congo and Rwanda have met in Qatar for their first direct talks since Rwandan-backed M23 rebels seized two major cities in mineral-rich eastern Congo earlier this year

Presidents of Congo and Rwanda meet in Qatar to discuss the insurgency in eastern Congo
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Netanyahu says Israeli strikes across Gaza that killed hundreds are 'only the beginning'

Israel has launched airstrikes across the Gaza Strip that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says are “only the beginning” and “a necessary condition for freeing hostages.”

Netanyahu says Israeli strikes across Gaza that killed hundreds are 'only the beginning'
MidEast|Political|US|World

What the White House and Kremlin said about the Trump-Putin call

The White House says a lengthy phone call between Presidents Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin had achieved “movement to peace” in Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

What the White House and Kremlin said about the Trump-Putin call
MidEast|Political|World

Families of hostages in Gaza are terrified they won't return after Israel resumes fighting

Families whose relatives remain hostages in Gaza are terrified their loved ones might not return after Israel launched a wave of strikes on the territory

Families of hostages in Gaza are terrified they won't return after Israel resumes fighting
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

Columbia University student says his detention is indicative of anti-Palestinian racism in US

A Columbia University student arrested and threatened with deportation for his role in campus protests against Israel gave his first public statement, saying that his detention is indicative of “anti-Palestinian racism” demonstrated by both the Trump and Biden administrations

Columbia University student says his detention is indicative of anti-Palestinian racism in US
Health|MidEast|World

‘Mama, I’m tired - I want to die:’ Israel’s strikes in Gaza leave a generation of Palestinian children traumatized

‘Mama, I’m tired - I want to die:’ Israel’s strikes in Gaza leave a generation of Palestinian children traumatized

‘Mama, I’m tired - I want to die:’ Israel’s strikes in Gaza leave a generation of Palestinian children traumatized
MidEast|Political|World

Israeli PM says talks on restoring Gaza ceasefire will continue 'only under fire'

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday defended the resumption of airstrikes in Gaza, saying that negotiations on restoring the ceasefire would continue "only

Israeli PM says talks on restoring Gaza ceasefire will continue 'only under fire'
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Congo and Rwanda presidents call for east Congo ceasefire during Qatar sit-down

Democratic Republic of Congo President Felix Tshisekedi and his Rwandan counterpart Paul Kagame called for a ceasefire in eastern Congo on Tuesday during

Congo and Rwanda presidents call for east Congo ceasefire during Qatar sit-down
MidEast|Political|World

Israel warns more to come as airstrikes kill over 400 in Gaza after two months of truce

Israeli airstrikes pounded Gaza and killed more than 400 people on Tuesday, Palestinian health authorities said,

Israel warns more to come as airstrikes kill over 400 in Gaza after two months of truce
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Middle East latest: Israeli attack on Gaza shatters ceasefire and kills hundreds

Israel has launched a wave of airstrikes across the Gaza Strip, saying it is hitting Hamas targets in its heaviest assault in the territory since a ceasefire took effect in January

Middle East latest: Israeli attack on Gaza shatters ceasefire and kills hundreds
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Gaza truce shatters as Israel carries out wave of deadly strikes and says it has ‘returned to fighting’

Gaza truce shatters as Israel carries out wave of deadly strikes and says it has ‘returned to fighting’

Gaza truce shatters as Israel carries out wave of deadly strikes and says it has ‘returned to fighting’
MidEast|Political|World

Why did Netanyahu end the Gaza ceasefire?

The wave of Israeli strikes that killed hundreds of Palestinians across the Gaza Strip early Tuesday was the culmination of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s efforts to get out of the ceasefire with Hamas that he agreed to in January

Why did Netanyahu end the Gaza ceasefire?
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Turkey to step up diplomatic push to reinstate Gaza ceasefire, Erdogan says

Turkey will ramp up diplomatic efforts to reinstate a ceasefire in Gaza and halt the killing of innocent people there, President Tayyip Erdogan said on Tuesday.

Turkey to step up diplomatic push to reinstate Gaza ceasefire, Erdogan says
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

UN chief hails 'meaningful progress' in Cyprus talks

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said on Tuesday talks on the future of Cyprus had made progress for the first time in years, with both sides agreeing a series of

UN chief hails 'meaningful progress' in Cyprus talks
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Oil prices ease as Ukraine peace talks offset Mideast instability worries

Oil prices eased about 1% on Tuesday as U.S.

Oil prices ease as Ukraine peace talks offset Mideast instability worries
Africa|Asia|MidEast|Political|World

Yemen's Houthis vow to expand their targets in Israel until Gaza war ends

Yemen's Houthis said on Tuesday they would expand their range of targets in Israel in the next hours and days unless the "aggression" on Gaza stops.

Yemen's Houthis vow to expand their targets in Israel until Gaza war ends
MidEast|Political

Itamar Ben-Gvir reenters Israel politics as Gaza conflict escalates

Itamar Ben-Gvir's planned return to Israel's government brings back a West Bank settler who has pressed for an intensification of the war in the Gaza Strip, even as the

Itamar Ben-Gvir reenters Israel politics as Gaza conflict escalates
MidEast|Political|US|World

US says Hamas solely to blame for resumption of Gaza hostilities

Responsibility for the resumption of hostilities in Gaza lies solely with Hamas, and the United States supports Israel in its next steps, the acting U.S. ambassador to the United Nations

US says Hamas solely to blame for resumption of Gaza hostilities
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Turkish university annuls Erdogan rival's degree, preventing run for president

Istanbul University said on Tuesday it had annulled the degree of President Tayyip Erdogan's main political rival over irregularities, dealing a blow to the opposition days before

Turkish university annuls Erdogan rival's degree, preventing run for president
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Turkish Cypriot leader says Geneva talks on the island were positive

The Turkish Cypriot leader said on Tuesday that talks in Geneva on Cyprus were positive, and that he hopes to open a new page on a sustainable future for the island.

Turkish Cypriot leader says Geneva talks on the island were positive
Health|MidEast|Political|US

What we know about a Rhode Island doctor and professor who was deported to Lebanon

What we know about a Rhode Island doctor and professor who was deported to Lebanon

What we know about a Rhode Island doctor and professor who was deported to Lebanon
MidEast|Political|World

Syria condemns Israeli strikes on southwestern city of Daraa

Syria's foreign ministry on Tuesday condemned Israeli strikes on the southwestern city of Daraa, which it said killed and injured civilians.

Syria condemns Israeli strikes on southwestern city of Daraa
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In Lebanon, Israeli strikes point to a precarious ceasefire

As Israel resumes heavy strikes in the Gaza Strip, escalating Israeli attacks in south Lebanon have killed five Hezbollah members in the last few days, according to security sources

In Lebanon, Israeli strikes point to a precarious ceasefire
MidEast|Political

Netanyahu coalition jeopardised over ultra-Orthodox exemption from army

One of Israel's most divisive domestic issues has reared itself again to challenge Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, after a group in the ruling

Netanyahu coalition jeopardised over ultra-Orthodox exemption from army
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Gaza hospitals overwhelmed by hundreds of injured from Israeli barrage

Israel's sudden onslaught of air strikes overnight overwhelmed Gaza hospitals already reeling from weeks of an aid blockade, medics

Gaza hospitals overwhelmed by hundreds of injured from Israeli barrage
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets

Israel's shekel and bonds slide as Gaza ceasefire buckles

Israel's currency fell alongside its bonds and stock market on Tuesday as a wave of deadly airstrikes by its military in Gaza threatened the

Israel's shekel and bonds slide as Gaza ceasefire buckles
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

Afghan refugees in US struggle as faith-based aid is disrupted

An Afghan father of two is among thousands of newly arrived refugees who lost financial assistance when the Trump administration cut off funding for the federal refugee program in January

Afghan refugees in US struggle as faith-based aid is disrupted
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Gaza hostilities must cease and emergency relief be allowed in -U.N. coordinator

The return to hostilities in Gaza must cease and humanitarian aid and commercial essentials be allowed to enter the embattled territory, the emergency relief coordinator for the United

Gaza hostilities must cease and emergency relief be allowed in -U.N. coordinator
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What to know about why Israel launched dozens of attacks across Gaza, raising fears of all-out war

The relative calm of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has come to an abrupt end with Israel launching dozens of attacks on targets across the Gaza Strip

What to know about why Israel launched dozens of attacks across Gaza, raising fears of all-out war
Business|MidEast|Technology

Israeli automotive startup REE set to sign $770 million exclusive technology supply deal

Israeli startup REE Automotive said on Tuesday it expects revenue of up to $770 million by 2030 from a licensing deal with an undisclosed company to which it will provide

Israeli automotive startup REE set to sign $770 million exclusive technology supply deal
MidEast|Political|World

Russia voices regret and concern over new Israeli airstrikes in Gaza

Russia expressed "deep regret" on Tuesday over Israel's latest airstrikes on Gaza and said it condemned any actions that led to civilian deaths.

Russia voices regret and concern over new Israeli airstrikes in Gaza
MidEast|Political|World

UN rights chief 'horrified' by Israeli airstrikes on Gaza

The U.N. human rights chief said on Tuesday he was horrified by Israeli strikes on Gaza which Palestinian authorities say have killed hundreds of people, threatening the complete

UN rights chief 'horrified' by Israeli airstrikes on Gaza
MidEast|Political

Pro-Kurdish party says Turkey vague on peace steps after PKK pledge

Turkey's pro-Kurdish party said that President Tayyip Erdogan's ruling alliance had offered no clear steps during closed-door talks on Monday

Pro-Kurdish party says Turkey vague on peace steps after PKK pledge
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Homeland Security says professor deported to Lebanon with US visa supported Hezbollah leader

Homeland Security officials say a doctor from Lebanon who was deported over the weekend despite having a U.S. visa “openly admitted” to supporting a Hezbollah leader and attending his funeral

Homeland Security says professor deported to Lebanon with US visa supported Hezbollah leader
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

Takeaways from AP's reporting on U.S.-allied Afghan refugees struggling for basic support

An Afghan father of two is among thousands of newly arrived refugees who lost financial assistance when the Trump administration cut off funding for the federal refugee program in January

Takeaways from AP's reporting on U.S.-allied Afghan refugees struggling for basic support
MidEast|Political|World

Netanyahu’s push to fire Israel's domestic security chief sparks an uproar

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has fired or forced out a string of top officials since the deadly Hamas attack on Israel in 2023 that triggered the war in Gaza

Netanyahu’s push to fire Israel's domestic security chief sparks an uproar
Asia|Environment|Lifestyle|MidEast|Travel|World

Why there’s a piece of Venice on the edge of the desert

Why there’s a piece of Venice on the edge of the desert

Why there’s a piece of Venice on the edge of the desert
MidEast|Political|World

Yemen's Houthis won't 'dial down' under US pressure or Iranian appeals

Yemen's Houthis will not "dial down" their action against Israeli shipping in the Red Sea in response to U.S. military pressure

Yemen's Houthis won't 'dial down' under US pressure or Iranian appeals
MidEast|Political|World

Israel is ramping up annexation of West Bank, UN rights chief says

Israel has expanded and consolidated settlements in the occupied West Bank as part of the steady integration of these territories into the State of Israel, in breach of international

Israel is ramping up annexation of West Bank, UN rights chief says
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Turkey's Erdogan seeks meeting with Trump, Bloomberg News says

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan is working to secure a meeting with U.S.

Turkey's Erdogan seeks meeting with Trump, Bloomberg News says
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North Korea condemns U.S. strikes against Yemen, KCNA says

North Korea condemned recent U.S. strikes on Yemen as an act violating international law and a country's sovereignty and said such a move could never be justified in any way, the

North Korea condemns U.S. strikes against Yemen, KCNA says
MidEast|Political|US|World

Israel consulted US on its strikes in Gaza, White House told Fox News

The administration of President Donald Trump was consulted on Monday by Israel on its deadly strikes in Gaza, a White House spokesperson told Fox News' "Hannity

Israel consulted US on its strikes in Gaza, White House told Fox News
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|US

Doctor deported to Lebanon had photos 'sympathetic' to Hezbollah on phone, US says

U.S. authorities on Monday said they deported a Rhode Island doctor to Lebanon last week after discovering "sympathetic photos and videos" of the former longtime

Doctor deported to Lebanon had photos 'sympathetic' to Hezbollah on phone, US says
MidEast|Political|World

Israel launches deadly wave of airstrikes across Gaza after ceasefire talks stall

Israel launched a wave of airstrikes across the Gaza Strip, striking dozens of Hamas targets in its heaviest assault in the territory since a ceasefire took effect in January

Israel launches deadly wave of airstrikes across Gaza after ceasefire talks stall
MidEast|Political|US|World

US spy drone retreats near Iranian airspace, Nournews says

A U.S. spy drone retreated from near Iranian airspace after encountering Iranian F-14 fighter jets and reconnaissance drones, Iran’s Nournews quoted the country's Army Air Force as

US spy drone retreats near Iranian airspace, Nournews says
MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran tells UN: Trump's remarks are 'reckless and provocative'

Iran told the United Nations Security Council on Monday that U.S.

Iran tells UN: Trump's remarks are 'reckless and provocative'
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU and its partners pledge 5.8 billion euros for Syria and its neighbours

The European Union and its partners have pledged 5.8 billion euros ($6.3 billion) for Syria and its neighbours, said the EU's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas on Monday.

EU and its partners pledge 5.8 billion euros for Syria and its neighbours
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump and Putin to discuss power plants, land in talks to end Ukraine war

U.S.

Trump and Putin to discuss power plants, land in talks to end Ukraine war
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After Trump halted funding for Afghans who helped the US, this group stepped in to help

An organization of American veterans, Afghans who fled their country and other volunteers has stepped up to help Afghans at risk of being stranded overseas

After Trump halted funding for Afghans who helped the US, this group stepped in to help
Africa|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Egypt Suez Canal monthly revenue losses at around $800 million, Sisi says

Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi said on Monday that the monthly losses of the Suez Canal revenues reached around $800 million due to the regional "situation", as Yemen's

Egypt Suez Canal monthly revenue losses at around $800 million, Sisi says
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Red Sea insurance rates to stay firm as US airstrikes raise fears for ships

The cost of shipping goods through the Red Sea is expected to remain firm after the United States carried out further airstrikes on Yemen on Monday, adding to fears

Red Sea insurance rates to stay firm as US airstrikes raise fears for ships
Europe|MidEast|World

Cyprus recovers seven bodies after migrant boat capsizes

The bodies of seven people were recovered off Cyprus on Monday after authorities mounted a search and rescue operation following the capsize of a boat carrying migrants, Cyprus's

Cyprus recovers seven bodies after migrant boat capsizes
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Israeli war spending in Gaza, Lebanon tops $30 billion in 2024 -Finance Ministry

Israel spent 112 billion shekels ($31 billion) on its military conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon in 2024, the Finance Ministry said in a report on Monday.

Israeli war spending in Gaza, Lebanon tops $30 billion in 2024 -Finance Ministry
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Israel awards natural gas exploration licences to BP, Socar and NewMed

Israel awarded licences to BP, Azeri national oil firm Socar and local company NewMed Energy on Monday to explore for natural gas in Israeli waters as the

Israel awards natural gas exploration licences to BP, Socar and NewMed