White House clashes with judge over deportations to South Sudan
A federal judge’s decision to stop migrant transfers to South Sudan drew sharp criticism from the White House over judicial overreach.
Trump ends Harvard’s foreign student privileges
The US has revoked Harvard’s right to host foreign students, prompting sharp criticism from the university and escalating tensions with the Trump administration.
Iran blames US for any Israeli attack on nuclear sites
Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, emphasized that any attack on Iranian nuclear sites by Israel would involve the US, which would bear legal responsibility
Israeli embassy staff killed near DC Jewish museum
Shooting appears to be targeted, with US officials vowing to bring perpetrator to justice as probe continues
Macron responds to report on Muslim Brotherhood’s influence in France
The report says that the jihadist movement, through local proxies, has been spreading “political Islam,” a development it views as a threat to social cohesion in the country
Egypt calls on Israel to explain warning shots at its diplomats
Egypt condemned Israel and demanded an explanation after its troops fired warning shots near diplomats, including Egypt’s ambassador, in the West Bank.
Netanyahu says Israel is ready for temporary Gaza ceasefire
Israel hints at a temporary truce in Gaza as international calls rise for aid access and accountability over recent military actions and blockades.
Trump shows DR Congo photo to push false SA genocide claim
During an Oval Office meeting, Trump presented visuals from Congo to back unfounded accusations of violence against white South Africans.
Iran, US ready for new nuclear talks in Rome Friday
Tehran and Washington resume nuclear negotiations in Rome this Friday with hopes of sanctions relief and limits on Iran’s nuclear activities.
Deportation of 8 sparks legal clash over S. Sudan flight
A Trump official says 8 violent criminals are being deported though a federal judge questions if they were unlawfully flown to South Sudan.
Iran executes man for Azerbaijan embassy attack
The attack, which Azerbaijan called an “act of terrorism,” severely strained relations between Tehran and Baku
Rubio warns Syria on brink of ‘full-scale civil war’
Rubio attributed the looming threat to the resurgence of the Islamic State in areas outside the transitional government’s control, as well as Iran’s involvement
US to appoint Thomas Barrack as special envoy for Syria
A U.S.-Turkish meeting focused on Syria took place on Tuesday in Washington, with Barrack in attendance
Musk confirms commitment to Tesla CEO role for next 5 years
Musk hinted at the potential for Starlink to go public in the future but clarified that there was no immediate plan to do so
Lavrov accuses radical groups of ‘ethnic cleansing’ in Syria
Sectarian violence erupted in Syria’s coastal northwest in March, a region historically aligned with Assad, resulting in the killing of hundreds of people from his Alawite sect by HTS jihadists
Israeli airstrikes kill dozens in Gaza as international criticism intensifies
The strikes targeted multiple locations across Gaza, including two homes where women and children were among the 18 killed, and a school sheltering displaced families
Lebanon bans Syrians without foreign residency from Beirut Airport
A government circular issued on Monday mandates that airlines ensure Syrians traveling to Syria via the airport hold a residency permit from another country for at least six months
Trump: Russia, Ukraine to start ceasefire talks now
Trump says Russia and Ukraine will start immediate ceasefire talks following a two-hour call with Putin as hopes for peace talks grow
UN: 3 more UNRWA staff killed as Gaza toll rises
UNRWA confirms over 300 staff deaths in Gaza, blaming Israeli forces and urging accountability as aid access remains blocked.
Palestinian suspect detained after allegedly spitting on Israeli soldier
The soldier, a 29-year-old reservist captain, told media she felt “uncomfortable” after the man played Arabic music nearby, before allegedly spitting in her direction
Israel to control entire Gaza as aid enters amid famine fears
The Israeli military launched a new operation on Friday and warned the residents of Khan Younis in southern Gaza to evacuate as it readied for an “unprecedented attack”
Indian boycott of Turkish goods expands amid political tensions
Although the Indian government has not imposed a formal ban on Turkish goods, the consumer-led boycott is making an impact
Biden diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer
The cancer is hormone-sensitive, allowing for potential effective management, although it remains an aggressive form of the disease
Israel kills 20 Palestinians in Gaza airstrikes after easing aid blockade
The Israeli military launched a new operation, “Operation Gideon’s Chariots,” aimed at eliminating Hamas’ military and governing structures and securing the return of hostages taken in October 2023
Egypt retrieves ancient artefacts smuggled to Australia
Egypt has recovered 21 ancient artefacts smuggled to Australia, including items displayed at a local auction house without proper ownership documents.
Israeli airstrikes kill at least 100 in Gaza amid ceasefire efforts
Khalil Al-Deqran, a spokesperson for Gaza’s health ministry, confirmed the death toll, stating that “complete families were wiped off the civil registration record” due to the bombing
Moscow readies Putin-Trump’s upcoming talk
The Kremlin says Putin and Trump are preparing for a conversation following Trump’s post about upcoming calls with NATO and Ukraine.
