Morocco condemns Israeli settlers of storming al-Aqsa mosque
Morocco voices strong condemnation over Israeli settlers’ incursion at Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem, calling it a provocative act.
Fire in India hotel kills multiple people, many missing
A fire at a hotel in Patna, India has killed at least 6 people, with many injured. Rescue teams are searching for survivors.
US law now seizes Russian assets to help Ukraine
The US passed a law allowing the seizure of frozen Russian assets to aid Ukraine, but international cooperation and legal hurdles remain.
EU supports UN call for Gaza hospital mass graves probe
European Union supports independent investigation into mass graves at Gaza hospitals amid Israeli sieges.
Iran pulls back from Syria after Israeli strikes
Facing repeated Israeli strikes, Iran has reduced its military presence in southern Syria, with Hezbollah and Iraqi fighters reportedly taking their place in some areas.
King Salman of Saudi Arabia hospitalized for health check-up
King Salman of Saudi Arabia, aged 88, entered hospital for routine examinations, as confirmed by the Royal Court.
German cops nab Nigerian mafia in dating scam
A major dating scam targeting victims in Germany has been shut down with the arrest of 11 suspects linked to the Black Axe mafia group.
Mass graves found in southern Gaza city of Khan Younis
‘Some 150 bodies found in 2 graves,’ says director-general of Gaza’s government media office
Ukraine’s drones hit Russian oil refineries
Ukraine launched drone attacks on oil facilities in western Russia, aiming to disrupt Moscow’s military operations by targeting fuel storage and logistics.
Antony Blinken arrives in China with US’ foreign aid package
Antony Blinken embarks on China trip with enhanced diplomatic position after Senate’s foreign aid approval, addressing contentious issues including Taiwan assistance and TikTok’s sale.
5 migrants drown in English Channel, after UK passes Rwanda policy
The French coastguard was still searching for any survivors.
Jamaica officially recognizes Palestine as a state
Decision announced by Foreign Minister Kamina Johnson Smith following debate in Cabinet
Kim Jong Un seeks allies, sends NK officials head to Iran for talks
North Korea sends a high-level economic delegation to Iran, raising concerns about potential military cooperation between the two nations amid tensions with the US.
France imposing restrictions on expressions of solidarity with Gaza
Limitations recently imposed on public displays of solidarity as well as cancellation or prohibition of events, says rights group
Israel prepares for Gaza’s Rafah military operation ‘soon’
Israeli army prepares for a military operation in Rafah, Gaza, with plans to evacuate over 1 million residents to established shelters.
Arab League calls meeting to discuss Israel’s Gaza war
Arab League convenes urgent session over Israel’s deadly Gaza offensive, addressing mass graves and US veto.
US set to OK $95B aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan
The fate of a $95 billion aid package hangs in the balance as the US Senate prepares to vote.
Israeli troops face US sanctions over rights abuses in Palestine
US considers sanctions on Israeli battalion Netzah Yehuda for rights abuses in occupied Palestinian territories.
Violence against migrants surges in Greece — report
A UN report finds attacks against migrants, refugees, and LGBT people in Greece surged in 2023, coinciding with the rise of far-right parties.
UK’s Rwanda deportation plan sparks fear among migrants
Britain’s plan to send migrants to Rwanda creates a dilemma for those hoping to reach England from France.
Azerbaijani president: Peace deal with Armenia ‘closer than ever’
Azerbaijan’s president voices optimism about a nearing peace deal with Armenia as both sides begin demarcating their border.
Deadly Iraqi base explosion caused ‘ammo stockpile,’ not attack
An Iraqi investigation into a deadly explosion at a former Iranian militia base concluded the cause was improperly stored munitions, not a military strike.
Gaza death toll reaches 34,183 amid 200th day of Israeli offensive
In past 24 hours, 32 people died, while 59 injured arrived at Gaza hospitals, says Health Ministry
UK: MPs again reject latest Lords amendment on Rwanda bill
Some 305 MPs voted to scrap amendments while 234 of them voted to keep them
Egypt calls for investigation into reports of mass grave in Gaza
At least 283 bodies found in mass grave at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis city, Gaza’s civil defense agency says
Houthis urge fighters to intensify operations against Israeli ships
Group has been targeting commercial vessels in Red Sea, in support of Palestinians, since last fall
North Korea fires missiles again, simulates nuclear strike
Following Russia’s UN veto to stop sanctions monitoring, North Korea strengthens its military ties with Moscow and conducts a missile test.