Middle East
UN votes to end its peacekeeping force in Lebanon after nearly five decades
The United Nations Security Council has voted unanimously to end the mandate of the UN peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon, marking the…
Israeli Foreign Minister Saar says there will not be a Palestinian state
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar stated there will be no plan for a Palestinian state.
Israel hits Gaza hospital, killing at least 15 people, including journalists
Israel strikes Gaza hospital
The Muslim world has been strong on rhetoric, short on action over Gaza and Afghanistan
The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation has failed to effectively address crises in Gaza and Afghanistan, remaining largely rhetorical without tangible action against…
Famine has officially struck Gaza, says global hunger monitor
Famine should 'shame the world to do better', UN emergency relief coordinator says
Syria to revalue currency, dropping two zeros in bid for stability
Syria plans to issue new banknotes, removing two zeros to restore confidence in its devalued currency.
Most Americans believe countries should recognize Palestinian state, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
59% believe Israel's military response in Gaza is excessive
Israel takes first steps of military operation in Gaza City
Troops had already begun circling the outskirts of Gaza City
Israel to call up 50,000 reservists before Gaza City offensive
Israel to mobilize 50,000 reservists, focusing on active duty forces.
Syrian foreign minister met Israeli delegation for regional stability talks
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani met an Israeli delegation in Paris to discuss bolstering stability in the region and southern Syria.
Hamas accepts proposed deal for ceasefire with Israel and hostage release
Hamas has agreed to a 60-day ceasefire proposal with Israel that includes the return of half the hostages held in Gaza and…
Israelis stage nationwide protests to demand end to Gaza war and release of hostages
Netanyahu says that calls for end to war harden Hamas' position