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.
Gaza demands Arab action to stop Israeli war
Arab leaders are asked by Gaza to take bold steps to stop Israel’s war, open border crossings, and deliver medical supplies and fuel.
Iran’s Khamenei denounces Trump’s peace claims as lies
The latest round of Iran-U.S. nuclear talks ended last Sunday in Oman, with no new discussions scheduled at this time
British police charge three Iranians in counter-terrorism investigation
The arrests, which took place earlier this month, were part of a major counter-terrorism operation led by British police. In total, eight men were detained, seven of whom were Iranian
Gaza Palestinians may be moved to Libya under US plan
The Trump administration is reportedly planning to resettle 1 million Palestinians from Gaza to Libya, NBC News reports, citing sources familiar with talks.
Yemen and Somalia face deeper crises after UN budget cuts
The UN is cutting aid goals in Yemen and Somalia due to reduced funding, putting millions at risk of hunger, displacement, and lack of essential services.
Egyptian diplomat urges funding for Gaza reconstruction plan
Egypt’s foreign minister emphasized the need for international and regional funding to implement their $53 billion plan for Gaza’s reconstruction.
Russia-Ukraine talks end quickly with no progress
A Ukrainian source described Moscow’s demands as “non-starters,” further dampening expectations for progress
Trump’s extortion tour continues, and I like it
The post-1945 world of American generosity, where Washington guaranteed others’ security with little direct compensation, is finally getting a much-needed update
Putin rejects Zelenskyy meeting, peace talks falter
The peace talks, which would be the first direct engagement between the two sides since March 2022, were marred by a diplomatic misstep, with Zelenskiy’s defense minister leading Ukraine’s delegation
Zelenskiy visits Turkey for Russia truce; Trump, Putin absent
Zelenskiy is en route to Turkey for peace discussions with Russia as confirmed by a senior Ukrainian official.
South Africa’s Ramaphosa to meet Trump in US
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa will visit the United States next week to meet with President Donald Trump amid strained relations between the two nations.
Israeli strikes kill dozens during hostage talks
Gaza rescuers say 80 people were killed in Israeli strikes during hostage talks between Netanyahu and US envoys in Doha.
Is Islam’s geopolitical footprint being remade?
The theory emerging is that October 7th was used to justify a broad offensive – military and intellectual – aimed at “taming” the more radical manifestations of political Islam and solidifying a new regional order
Sri Lanka summons Canadian envoy over Ontario ‘genocide’ monument
‘The Government of Sri Lanka maintains that the allegation of genocide during the final phase of the conflict in Sri Lanka is unsubstantiated by any credible authority,’ says Foreign Ministry
X as a soft power weapon: How authoritarians harness Twitter’s reach
In the past decade, Twitter — rebranded as “X” — earned a reputation as a platform for protest and dissent. But today, from Ankara to Islamabad, that same platform has increasingly become a tool of soft power in the hands of authoritarian leaders. Governments are leveraging X to suppress dissent, promote official narratives, and manipulate public opinion on a massive scale
Macron: Europe to act if Russia blocks truce
The French president warns of swift European action against Russia if Moscow declines a 30-day unconditional ceasefire proposal for Ukraine.
UN chief: Israel’s Gaza aid plan a cynical distraction
Tom Fletcher warns Israel’s Gaza aid restrictions are inhumane and block effective humanitarian response by the UN.
UK lawmakers alarmed as hundreds of ISIS returnees escape justice
Government ministers acknowledge the challenge but say they have been constrained by the law and evidence
US, Saudi Arabia discuss potential F-35 jet purchase
However, it remains unclear whether the U.S. will approve the sale, particularly due to concerns about maintaining Israel’s “Qualitative Military Edge” (QME)
