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Today: April 28, 2025

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

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

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

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

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

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

US State Department closing office aimed at countering foreign disinformation

U.S.

US State Department closing office aimed at countering foreign disinformation
Americas|MidEast|World

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

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

Dog reunites with Israeli family after disappearing for 18 months in Gaza
Crime|MidEast|Political|US

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

UAE, Saudi Arabia deny reports of involvement in talks about land offensive in Yemen
Asia|Business|Finance|MidEast|Political|US|World

US issues new sanctions targeting Chinese importers of Iranian oil

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Maldives bans Israeli passport holders in protest against Gaza war

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

Maldives bans Israeli passport holders in protest against Gaza war
Asia|Business|Finance|MidEast|Political|US|World

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

U.S.

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

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

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

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

Tens of thousands of Jews gather for traditional blessing in Jerusalem

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

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

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

U.S.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Human Rights Watch says arbitrary detention used to crush dissent in Tunisia
MidEast|Political|World

Main points of Israeli ceasefire proposals

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

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

Iran says its right to uranium enrichment is non-negotiable

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

Iran says its right to uranium enrichment is non-negotiable
Asia|Business|Economy|MidEast|US

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

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

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

Putin and Qatar's emir to discuss Ukraine and energy

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

Putin and Qatar's emir to discuss Ukraine and energy
Africa|Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Al Shabaab captures strategic Somalia town as it presses offensive

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

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

Sudanese paramilitary group says its forming a rival government

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Jordan says it has foiled attacks by Muslim Brotherhood

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

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

US military poised to slash troops in Syria, officials say

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

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

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

One of U.S.

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

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

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

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

Netanyahu calls for hostages to be released during Gaza visit

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

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

Trump holds Situation Room meeting on Iran, officials say

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

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

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

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

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

Trump envoy stresses need for verification in Iran nuclear talks

Trump envoy stresses need for verification in Iran nuclear talks

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Video shows Palestinian student leader at Columbia taken into ICE custody

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

Video shows Palestinian student leader at Columbia taken into ICE custody
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Armenia calls on Azerbaijan to investigate ceasefire violations on border

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

Armenia calls on Azerbaijan to investigate ceasefire violations on border
Africa|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU and Britain boost aid for Sudan at London conference

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Turkey's pro-Kurdish party wants law supporting PKK disarmament
MidEast|Political|US|World

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

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

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

Turkey detains 234 people in Europe-coordinated drug bust

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

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

Italian minister blames Russia for Ukraine truce failures; criticises Israel

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

Italian minister blames Russia for Ukraine truce failures; criticises Israel
MidEast|Political|World

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

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

Israel proposes Gaza ceasefire deal to release 10 hostages for hundreds of Palestinians, Hamas says
Africa|Economy|Environment|MidEast|Travel

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

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

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

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

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

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

Lazard boosts UAE footprint with financial advisory office in Abu Dhabi

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

Lazard boosts UAE footprint with financial advisory office in Abu Dhabi
Africa|Americas|Business|Economy|MidEast

Oil price drop turns up heat on emerging market crude exporters

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

Oil price drop turns up heat on emerging market crude exporters
Health|MidEast|Political|World

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

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

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

Another Columbia student arrested by US immigration officials

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Israel makes new Gaza ceasefire proposal but prospects appear slim

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Oil rises marginally on tariff exemption, Chinese crude imports

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Turkey to begin restoration work on dome of Hagia Sophia

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

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

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

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

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

Syrian ambassador to Moscow requests asylum in Russia, TASS reports

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Greek coast guard finds two bodies, 39 other migrants, on tiny island
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

No breakthrough in Gaza talks, Egyptian and Palestinian sources say

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

No breakthrough in Gaza talks, Egyptian and Palestinian sources say
MidEast|Political|US|World

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

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

Suspected US airstrikes kill at least 7 people in Yemen, Houthi rebels say
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|US

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

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

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

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

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

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

EU ministers adopt Iran sanctions over citizen detentions

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

EU ministers adopt Iran sanctions over citizen detentions
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU to boost financial support for Palestinian Authority

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

EU to boost financial support for Palestinian Authority
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|MidEast|Travel|World

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

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

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

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

U.S.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Israeli missiles strike Gaza hospital, patients evacuated

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

Israeli missiles strike Gaza hospital, patients evacuated
Arts|Europe|MidEast|World

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Hamas releases video of Israeli-American hostage held in Gaza

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

Hamas releases video of Israeli-American hostage held in Gaza
MidEast|Sports|World

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

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

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

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

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

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

Attacks on famine-hit camps in Sudan's Darfur leave at least 100 people dead, UN official says

A United Nations official in Sudan says at least 100 people, including 20 children and nine aid workers, have been killed in a two-day offensive by a notorious paramilitary group

Attacks on famine-hit camps in Sudan's Darfur leave at least 100 people dead, UN official says
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

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

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

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

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

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

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

Israel’s Gaza offensive pushes hundreds of thousands of Palestinians into an ever-shrinking bubble

Israel’s Gaza offensive pushes hundreds of thousands of Palestinians into an ever-shrinking bubble

Israel’s Gaza offensive pushes hundreds of thousands of Palestinians into an ever-shrinking bubble
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey to seek lifting of Syria sanctions, Erdogan tells Sharaa

President Tayyip Erdogan told Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa on Friday that Turkey will continue its diplomatic efforts to lift international sanctions against Syria,

Turkey to seek lifting of Syria sanctions, Erdogan tells Sharaa
Education|MidEast|Political|US|World

What to know about activist Mahmoud Khalil and his attorneys' plan to appeal his deportation ruling

An immigration judge has ruled that a Palestinian Columbia University graduate student who participated in protests against Israel can be deported

What to know about activist Mahmoud Khalil and his attorneys' plan to appeal his deportation ruling
MidEast|Political|US|World

Mideast mediator Oman at the center of a key first Iran-US meeting over Tehran's nuclear program

Iran and the United States will meet in Oman for the first talks in President Donald Trump’s second term over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program

Mideast mediator Oman at the center of a key first Iran-US meeting over Tehran's nuclear program
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

Columbia University activist Mahmoud Khalil can be deported, immigration judge rules

A Louisiana immigration judge says Columbia University graduate student Mahmoud Khalil can be deported as a national security risk

Columbia University activist Mahmoud Khalil can be deported, immigration judge rules
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

UN humanitarian agency to cut staff by 20% due to 'brutal cuts' in funding

The U.N. humanitarian agency says it's cutting its 2,600 staff who operate in more than 60 countries by 20% because of “brutal cuts” in funding that have left it with a nearly $60 million shortfall

UN humanitarian agency to cut staff by 20% due to 'brutal cuts' in funding
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump opens window for a deal with Iran but issues warning if things don't work out

President Donald Trump is betting that a beleaguered Iran is so vulnerable following a tumultuous 18 months in the Middle East that it might finally be ready to abandon its nuclear program

Trump opens window for a deal with Iran but issues warning if things don't work out
Education|MidEast|Political|US

A Louisiana immigration judge says Mahmoud Khalil can be deported

A Louisiana immigration judge says Mahmoud Khalil can be deported

A Louisiana immigration judge says Mahmoud Khalil can be deported
MidEast|Political|US|World

White House says 'all hell to pay' should Iran develop nuclear weapon

President Donald Trump wants Iran to know that there will be "all hell to pay" if it does not abandon its nuclear program, his press secretary

White House says 'all hell to pay' should Iran develop nuclear weapon
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Witkoff-Putin meeting ends after more than four hours, Russian media say

Talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff that focused on settling the Ukraine conflict concluded late on Friday after more than four hours.

Witkoff-Putin meeting ends after more than four hours, Russian media say
Americas|Business|Economy|MidEast

Abu Dhabi's ADNOC mulls bid for Aethon's US natgas assets, source says

Abu Dhabi state oil company ADNOC is in the early stages of considering a bid for investment firm Aethon Energy Management's U.S. natural gas assets, according to a person familiar with

Abu Dhabi's ADNOC mulls bid for Aethon's US natgas assets, source says
Africa|Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

UN humanitarian agency will lay off hundreds of staff due to funding crisis

UN humanitarian agency will lay off hundreds of staff due to funding crisis

UN humanitarian agency will lay off hundreds of staff due to funding crisis
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

Tufts student from Turkey details arrest, crowded detention conditions in new court filing

A Tufts University doctoral student from Turkey has renewed a push for her release, saying in court documents that she feared for her life when she was detained by immigration officials on the streets of a Boston suburb

Tufts student from Turkey details arrest, crowded detention conditions in new court filing
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israel's army says it will fire air force reservists who condemned the war

Israel’s military says it will fire air force reservists who signed a letter condemning the war in Gaza and claiming it only serves political interests instead of bringing the hostages home

Israel's army says it will fire air force reservists who condemned the war
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

In a turbulent time, Turkey lays claim to a role of stability for Europe, Syria and global trade

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Friday sought to position his country as a point of stability in an increasingly tumultuous world, saying Turkey was essential for European security and able to span geopolitical divisions over Ukraine, Syria and U

In a turbulent time, Turkey lays claim to a role of stability for Europe, Syria and global trade
Environment|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Gazans struggle to find water as clean sources become increasingly scarce

Hundreds of thousands of Gaza City residents have lost their main source of clean water in the past week after supplies from Israel's water

Gazans struggle to find water as clean sources become increasingly scarce
Health|MidEast|Political|World

Gaza 'hell on earth' as hospital supplies running out, warns head of Red Cross

The president of the Red Cross described the humanitarian situation in Gaza on Friday as "hell on earth" and warned that its field hospital will run out of

Gaza 'hell on earth' as hospital supplies running out, warns head of Red Cross
MidEast|Political|World

Dissent against war grows in Israel’s military as reservists from elite unit join protest movement

Dissent against war grows in Israel’s military as reservists from elite unit join protest movement

Dissent against war grows in Israel’s military as reservists from elite unit join protest movement
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

US energy secretary says we can stop Iran's oil exports

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US energy secretary says we can stop Iran's oil exports
MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran says it will give US talks about nuclear plans a 'genuine chance'

Iran said on Friday it was giving high-level nuclear talks with the United States on Saturday "a genuine chance", after President Donald Trump threatened bombing if

Iran says it will give US talks about nuclear plans a 'genuine chance'
Europe|MidEast|Sports

Salah stays: Egypt star signs 2-year deal at Liverpool and sets sights on more trophies

Mohamed Salah’s trophy-laden spell with Liverpool is set to extend to a decade after the prolific Egypt forward signed a new contract with the Premier League leader after months of uncertainty over his future

Salah stays: Egypt star signs 2-year deal at Liverpool and sets sights on more trophies
MidEast|Political|US

US immigration judge rules Palestinian Columbia student Khalil can be deported

A U.S. immigration judge ruled on Friday that Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil can be deported, allowing President Donald Trump's administration to

US immigration judge rules Palestinian Columbia student Khalil can be deported
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

EU to target nine Iranians over citizen detentions, diplomats say

European Union foreign ministers will target nine Iranians linked to what the bloc calls a policy of state-sponsored hostage-taking in new

EU to target nine Iranians over citizen detentions, diplomats say
MidEast|Political|World

UN rights office warns Israel's actions in Gaza threaten Palestinian existence

The United Nations' human rights office warned on Friday that Israel's actions in Gaza are increasingly endangering the existence of Palestinians as a group.

UN rights office warns Israel's actions in Gaza threaten Palestinian existence
Crime|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Jailed Istanbul mayor denies insulting prosecutor in court

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, the main rival of Turkey's President Tayyip Erdogan, appeared before a court on Friday for the first time since his high-profile arrest last month,

Jailed Istanbul mayor denies insulting prosecutor in court
Europe|MidEast|Sports

Mohamed Salah to stay at Liverpool beyond this season after signing two-year contract

Mohamed Salah to stay at Liverpool beyond this season after signing two-year contract

Mohamed Salah to stay at Liverpool beyond this season after signing two-year contract
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Syria's Sharaa grants three-month extension to committee probing coastal killings

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa has extended a deadline for a fact-finding committee to produce its report on the killings of Alawites on Syria's coast last month, the deadliest

Syria's Sharaa grants three-month extension to committee probing coastal killings
Business|Entertainment|MidEast|Sports|Technology

Why chess is forging an unlikely partnership with esports

Why chess is forging an unlikely partnership with esports

Why chess is forging an unlikely partnership with esports
MidEast|Political|World

Iran's 'master negotiator' tasked with averting war

Abbas Araqchi, Iran's seasoned top diplomat, faces one of his most delicate challenges ever this weekend as he prepares to lead talks with the U.S. to secure a new

Iran's 'master negotiator' tasked with averting war
Arts|Education|MidEast|World

Once on civil war's frontline, Lebanon museum sees new life

When Lebanon's civil war erupted 50 years ago this month, its national museum became a flashpoint of its capital's deadly frontline, with militants

Once on civil war's frontline, Lebanon museum sees new life
Business|Economy|MidEast|Technology

Tesla launches in Saudi Arabia with its first showroom and service center in Riyadh

Tesla has officially launched in Saudi Arabia, marking a new chapter in the company’s global expansion after Elon Musk’s troubled relationship with the kingdom

Tesla launches in Saudi Arabia with its first showroom and service center in Riyadh
Lifestyle|MidEast|World

Israelis mark another Passover hoping for Gaza captives to be freed

Relatives of hostages in Gaza say they feel the absence of their loved ones acutely during Passover, which commemorates the Exodus of the Israelites from Egypt and their liberation from slavery

Israelis mark another Passover hoping for Gaza captives to be freed
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators who occupied Stanford building are charged with felonies

A dozen pro-Palestinian demonstrators who were arrested at Stanford University last year after they occupied and allegedly caused hundreds of thousands in damage to a campus building are now facing charges

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators who occupied Stanford building are charged with felonies
Americas|Asia|MidEast|Political|World

South Korea establishes diplomatic relations with Syria, a longtime friend of rival North Korea

South Korea has established diplomatic relations with Syria’s new Islamist government months after longtime leader Bashar Assad was ousted

South Korea establishes diplomatic relations with Syria, a longtime friend of rival North Korea
Africa|Asia|Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

China speaks with Saudi Arabia, South Africa about response to US tariffs

China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao had discussions with his Saudi Arabian and South African counterparts to exchange views on responding to the United States' "reciprocal

China speaks with Saudi Arabia, South Africa about response to US tariffs
Crime|MidEast|Political|US

Pro-Palestinian protesters at Stanford charged with felonies

Twelve protesters were charged on Thursday with felony vandalism for their actions during a June 2024 pro-Palestinian protest at Stanford University in which

Pro-Palestinian protesters at Stanford charged with felonies
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Europeans sidelined in US-Iran nuclear talks despite holding key card

Washington's decision not to coordinate with European nations about its negotiations with Iran on Saturday will reduce its leverage and make U.S. and Israeli military

Europeans sidelined in US-Iran nuclear talks despite holding key card
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

South Korea establishes diplomatic ties with Syria, a North Korea ally

South Korea and Syria have signed an agreement in Damascus establishing diplomatic relations, the South Korean foreign ministry said on Friday, opening new ties with a traditional

South Korea establishes diplomatic ties with Syria, a North Korea ally
Education|MidEast|Political|US

US House drops probe for data from university over pro-Palestinian protestor cases

A U.S.

US House drops probe for data from university over pro-Palestinian protestor cases
Education|MidEast|Political|US

Pressed for evidence against Mahmoud Khalil, government cites its power to deport people for beliefs

The U.S. government has submitted a two-page memo from Secretary of State Marco Rubio as its main evidence in its deportation case against Columbia University activist Mahmoud Khalil

Pressed for evidence against Mahmoud Khalil, government cites its power to deport people for beliefs
MidEast|Political|World

Israel’s political leaders steering ceasefire talks frustrate mediators

Israel’s political leaders steering ceasefire talks frustrate mediators

Israel’s political leaders steering ceasefire talks frustrate mediators
Education|MidEast|Political|US

US seeks consent decree on Columbia over protests, WSJ reports

The Trump administration is working to force Columbia University into a consent decree that would legally bind the school to follow federal guidelines in how it combats antisemitism, the

US seeks consent decree on Columbia over protests, WSJ reports
Business|MidEast|Technology|World

Cybertrucks in the desert: Tesla launches in Saudi Arabia

Tesla launched operations in Saudi Arabia on Thursday, a sign that Chief Executive Elon Musk has patched up relations with the kingdom and that the oil capital was

Cybertrucks in the desert: Tesla launches in Saudi Arabia
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US targets China oil storage terminal in new Iran-related sanctions

The Trump administration imposed sanctions on Iranian oil trading networks on Thursday, including on a China-based crude oil storage terminal

US targets China oil storage terminal in new Iran-related sanctions
MidEast|Political|US

Newly-released memo from Rubio details government’s only evidence in effort to deport Mahmoud Khalil

Newly-released memo from Rubio details government’s only evidence in effort to deport Mahmoud Khalil

Newly-released memo from Rubio details government’s only evidence in effort to deport Mahmoud Khalil
Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

How UN sanctions on Iran could be restored

The United States and Iran are due to hold talks on Saturday on Tehran's nuclear program as Britain, France and Germany consider whether to trigger a

How UN sanctions on Iran could be restored
Crime|MidEast|World

Israel releases Palestinian prisoner controversially arrested aged 13

Israel releases Palestinian prisoner controversially arrested aged 13

Israel releases Palestinian prisoner controversially arrested aged 13
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political

EU and UAE agree to launch free trade talks

The European Union and the United Arab Emirates have agreed to launch free trade talks, the EU and UAE said on Thursday, amid the upheaval and uncertainties created by U.S.

EU and UAE agree to launch free trade talks
MidEast|Political|US|World

Rubio says direct US-Iran nuclear talks to take place on Saturday

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Thursday the United States will hold direct talks with Iran this weekend to discuss Iran's nuclear program.

Rubio says direct US-Iran nuclear talks to take place on Saturday
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israel releases 10 Palestinians detained from Gaza. They say they suffered abuse

Israel has freed 10 Palestinians detained from Gaza, the latest in periodic releases from the thousands of people troops have seized during the military campaign in the territory

Israel releases 10 Palestinians detained from Gaza. They say they suffered abuse
Africa|MidEast|Political|World

Congo government, M23 rebel delegations in Doha for talks, sources say

Congolese officials and negotiators for the Rwandan-backed M23 rebels have arrived in Doha for talks to hammer out a ceasefire and end months of fighting that have raised

Congo government, M23 rebel delegations in Doha for talks, sources say
Lifestyle|MidEast|US

Jewish families channel Passover story after devastating losses in Los Angeles wildfires

Members of a 104-year-old Pasadena synagogue that was burned down in the Los Angeles fires in January are getting ready to celebrate Passover

Jewish families channel Passover story after devastating losses in Los Angeles wildfires
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

Israel releases Palestinian who took part in attack at 13 and developed mental illness in prison

Israel has released a Palestinian who took part in an attack when he was 13 and developed schizophrenia in prison as requests for early release were denied

Israel releases Palestinian who took part in attack at 13 and developed mental illness in prison
Asia|Crime|Economy|Education|MidEast|Political|World

Taliban morality enforcers arrest men for having the wrong hairstyle or skipping mosque, UN says

The Taliban morality police in Afghanistan have detained men and their barbers over hairstyles and others for missing prayers at mosques during the holy month of Ramadan

Taliban morality enforcers arrest men for having the wrong hairstyle or skipping mosque, UN says
Business|MidEast|Political|Technology

In Saudi debut, Tesla faces desert heat, few chargers, but no Musk protests 

Tesla starts selling cars in Saudi Arabia on Thursday, a country where on a 900-kilometre (559 mile) stretch of its main east-west highway

In Saudi debut, Tesla faces desert heat, few chargers, but no Musk protests 
MidEast|Political|World

Israeli strike on Gaza apartment building kills at least 23, officials say

An Israeli airstrike on a residential block in northern Gaza killed at least 23 people, health officials in the Palestinian territory say

Israeli strike on Gaza apartment building kills at least 23, officials say
MidEast|Political|US

Trump administration will screen for antisemitic activity in granting immigration benefits

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services says the Trump administration will immediately start considering “antisemitic activity” on social media and physical harassment of Jewish people as grounds for denying immigration benefits

Trump administration will screen for antisemitic activity in granting immigration benefits
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump repeats threat to use military force if Iran does not agree to nuclear deal

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Trump repeats threat to use military force if Iran does not agree to nuclear deal
MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump: Israel would be 'leader' of Iran strike if Tehran doesn't give up nuclear weapons program

President Donald Trump says that Israel would be the “leader” of a potential military strike against Iran if Tehran doesn’t give up its nuclear weapons program

Trump: Israel would be 'leader' of Iran strike if Tehran doesn't give up nuclear weapons program
MidEast|Political|US|World

Suspected US strikes overnight in Yemen kill at least 3 people, Houthi rebels say

Suspected U.S. airstrikes in Yemen overnight into Thursday killed at least three people

Suspected US strikes overnight in Yemen kill at least 3 people, Houthi rebels say
MidEast|Political|US|World

US to screen social media of immigrants, rights advocates raise concerns

The U.S. government said on Wednesday it will begin screening the social media of immigrants and visa applicants for what it called antisemitic activity,

US to screen social media of immigrants, rights advocates raise concerns
Business|MidEast|Political|US|World

Saudi Arabia foreign minister in US to plan Trump visit to kingdom

Saudi Arabia's foreign minister arrived in the United States on Tuesday for an official visit aimed at planning U.S.

Saudi Arabia foreign minister in US to plan Trump visit to kingdom