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Israel Approves Shin Bet Chief's Dismissal Amid Protests

Israel's cabinet has endorsed the removal of Ronen Bar, head of the Shin Bet domestic security agency, following Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s proposal to oust him due to a lack of trust. Bar, who has led the agency since 2021, will leave his post on April 10 or upon the appointment of......

Morocco participates in Arab League Council meeting on Palestine

The Arab League Council, at the level of permanent delegates, held an extraordinary session in Cairo on Wednesday to discuss developments in Palestine, with Morocco taking part. Morocco was represented by its Ambassador to Cairo and Permanent Representative to the Arab League, Mohamed Ait Ouali, at......

Global 195 initiative aims to hold Israel accountable for war crimes in Gaza

The International Centre of Justice for Palestinians (ICJP) has launched the “Global 195” initiative, aimed at creating a comprehensive network for accountability targeting Israelis and dual nationals implicated in war crimes in Gaza. Announced on March 18, this initiative seeks to leverage......

Advancing a Middle East free of weapons of mass destruction

In a recent address in New York, Morocco’s Permanent Ambassador to the United Nations, Omar Hilale, emphasized the urgent need for a Middle East free of nuclear and other weapons of mass destruction. Speaking at the 6th Conference on the Establishment of a Zone Free of Nuclear and Other Weapons......

Rising death toll in Gaza as Israeli strikes intensify

The health ministry in Gaza, governed by Hamas, reported a staggering increase in casualties due to the ongoing conflict with Israel. In a grim update released on Wednesday, the ministry confirmed an additional 970 deaths within a mere 48-hour period, following a surge in Israeli airstrikes across the......

Protests in Morocco Against Israeli Strikes on Gaza

Hundreds of people gathered across Morocco on Tuesday evening to protest against the recent Israeli airstrikes on Gaza. Major demonstrations took place in cities such as Casablanca, Rabat, and Tangier, condemning the latest military actions by Israel, which resulted in hundreds of casualties. The protesters,......

Mass Protests in Jerusalem against Netanyahu's Leadership

Thousands of demonstrators gathered in Jerusalem on Wednesday to protest against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, condemning his leadership for alleged anti-democratic policies and for continuing the war against Hamas without prioritizing the release of the 58 hostages still held in Gaza. This protest,......

Israel resumes military operations in Gaza amid ceasefire collapse

Israeli airstrikes have intensified across Gaza, resulting in at least 13 reported deaths overnight, following the country's decision to resume combat operations. According to the Palestinian news agency Wafa, two civilians lost their lives and five others were injured when an Israeli drone struck......

Israeli strikes on Gaza kill 326, ceasefire collapses

At least 326 Palestinians have lost their lives following a large-scale Israeli offensive on Gaza, marking the abrupt end of a fragile two-month ceasefire with Hamas. The strikes targeted multiple locations, including Khan Younis, Rafah, Gaza City, and central areas like Deir el-Balah. Gaza’s Ministry......

Israeli airstrike kills nine in Gaza amid ceasefire tensions

An Israeli airstrike in Beit Lahiya, a northern town in Gaza, claimed the lives of at least nine Palestinians, including three local journalists. The attack occurred on Saturday as Hamas leaders were in Cairo for ceasefire negotiations. The airstrike targeted a car, killing those inside and critically......

US airstrikes in Yemen kill 31 amid rising tensions with Houthis

US fighter jets launched multiple airstrikes across Yemen, resulting in at least 31 casualties after President Donald Trump warned the Houthis against targeting ships in the Red Sea. The attacks, which mark the most significant military action since Trump’s return to office, followed threats from......

Hamas agrees to mediators’ proposal to hand over US-Israeli hostage

Hamas has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing negotiations regarding the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire. The Palestinian group announced today its agreement to transfer Edan Alexander, a US-Israeli captive, along with the remains of four others with dual citizenship. This decision follows a proposal......

Palestinians recount harrowing tales of torture and sexual violence at UN hearings

This week marked a significant moment as Palestinians shared their distressing accounts of abuse at the hands of Israeli settlers and security forces during the latest round of public hearings of the United Nations’ Independent Commission of Inquiry (COI) concerning the situation in the Occupied......