Palestinians experiencing the horrors of Nakba all over again
On 76th anniversary of Nakba, Palestinian official tells Anadolu: ‘Nakba didn’t stop on May 1948, but continues and takes several forms in course of Israeli war on Gaza’
Turkey: Smuggler detained for smuggling spider and scorpion samples
Museum curator detained at Turkish airport for smuggling spider and scorpion samples
Judge halts UK asylum seeker deportation to Rwanda in N Ireland
A Northern Ireland court ruling blocks the UK’s plan to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda, citing human rights concerns and incompatibility with the post-Brexit Northern Ireland protocol.
UN warns of worsening cholera outbreak in Yemen
The UN warns of a worsening cholera outbreak in war-torn Yemen, urging rapid funding to prevent the situation from spiraling out of control, with over 40,000 suspected cases reported.
Putin removes Shoygu as Russia’s defense minister
President appoints longtime ally as secretary of Russia’s Security Council, suggests civilian for his post
Blinken says no ‘red lines’ for Israel but warns against Rafah att...
Israel’s actions in Rafah face US opposition, says top diplomat
Egypt voices concern over Israel’s control of Rafah crossing
Cairo holds Israel responsible for deterioration of humanitarian situation in besieged enclave
Climate change could mean declining malaria risk
Malaria deaths peaked at 608,000 in 2022, according to the World Health Organization. That year, Africa registered 95% of deaths globally.
Biden authorizes $400m Ukraine military aid amid Russia offensive
The United States announces a $400 million military aid package for Kyiv amidst Russia’s ground offensive in northeast Ukraine.
Heavy rains spark flash floods in Afghanistan, death toll rises
As Afghanistan battles the aftermath of flash floods, concerns mount about the rising death toll and the impact on food security.
UN grants Palestine rights in vote amid US opposition
The United Nations General Assembly voted to grant Palestinians additional rights despite US opposition, a move marking a significant development in their pursuit of recognition.
UN agency: Nearly 110,000 flee Rafah for safety
‘Nowhere is safe in the Gaza Strip and living conditions are atrocious,’ says UNRWA
Belgium’s VRT television protests against Israel during Eurovision
‘Israel is destroying press freedom. Therefore, we are taking a temporary break from our broadcast. Now, cease-fire,’ broadcast says
North African football fans rally for Palestine amid Gaza war
Football stadiums in North Africa become spaces of political expression as fans unite to support Palestine amid the Gaza war, defying the region’s usual political repression.
Israeli officials criticize Biden over delayed arms shipments
US president pauses arms shipments to Israel over its offensive on Rafah, home to 1.5 million displaced Palestinians
EU ends military training mission in Mali after coups
Facing political instability and a postponed election, Mali loses crucial EU military training support.
Turkey rescues 79 irregular migrants
Rescue operations took place in western provinces of Canakkale, Izmir
Egypt says int’l community failed to prevent Israel from invading Rafah
Israeli forces seized control of Rafah border crossing linking Gaza with Egypt earlier in the day
US completes construction of Gaza aid pier — Pentagon
The US military has finished constructing its Gaza aid pier, but adverse weather conditions prevent its safe deployment to Gaza at present.
Italy’s Meloni visits Libya, seals cooperation agreements in Libya
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni signs cooperation agreements with leaders from both Libyan administrations during her visit to the conflict-torn country.
Russia to open embassy in Sierra Leone by year’s end
Russia and Sierra Leone explore new avenues for cooperation, including the opening of a Russian embassy and collaboration in the energy sector.
Israeli army seizes control of Palestinian side of Rafah crossing
The Israeli army issued immediate evacuation orders early Monday for Palestinians in the eastern neighborhoods of Rafah.
US demands Rwanda punish forces in DR Congo attack
The US accuses Rwanda of backing rebels in a deadly attack on a camp for displaced people in DR Congo.
Hamas accepts Gaza truce proposal, Israel starts Rafah attacks
Hamas agrees to truce proposal amid Gaza war, while Israel renews evacuation order for Rafah. Negotiations underway.
Nearly 2,500 people arrested at pro-Palestinian rallies across US
Campus officials bracing for more unrest as graduation ceremonies take place over next several weeks
Israeli army urges Palestinians in eastern Rafah to evacuate immediately
Residents urged to temporarily relocate to town of al-Mawasi
Death toll rises to 78 in Brazil as heavy rains continue
More than 100 people also missing as floods affect over 844,000 people in country’s south