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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......

Gaza: Israel to free 369 Palestinian prisoners on Saturday (NGO)

Israel is set to release 369 Palestinian prisoners on Saturday in exchange for three hostages held in Gaza since Hamas launched its attack on Israeli soil on October 7, 2023, according to the Palestinian Prisoners Club. Abdallah Zeghari, the president of the organization, confirmed that the exchange......

Israel's war on reproductive healthcare in Gaza denounced as genocidal by UN commission

A recent United Nations report has condemned Israel’s actions in Gaza as “genocidal,” citing systematic attacks on reproductive healthcare. The Independent International Commission of Inquiry, based in Geneva, found that Israel intentionally targeted women’s healthcare facilities,......

Trump's shift on Gaza displacement welcomed by Hamas

Hamas has welcomed former U.S. President Donald Trump’s apparent reversal on his controversial proposal to permanently displace more than two million Palestinians from Gaza. Hamas spokesperson Hazem Qassem expressed approval following Trump's remarks on Wednesday, in which he stated, “Nobody......

Israeli figure nominated for Nobel Peace Prize despite controversial legacy

In a surprising development, Israeli academics have nominated Daniella Weiss, a leading figure in the promotion of illegal settlements in Palestinian territories, for the prestigious 2025 Nobel Peace Prize. This nomination has sparked widespread backlash and incredulity in the international community. The......

Yemen's Houthis Resume Attacks on Israeli Ships Over Gaza Aid Blockade

Yemen’s Houthi group has declared the renewal of attacks on Israeli vessels following the expiration of their ultimatum for Israel to permit aid deliveries into Gaza. Late on Tuesday, the armed faction announced that it was reinstating a prohibition on the movement of Israeli ships through the......

Israel Cuts Gaza’s Electricity Supply amid Truce Negotiations

Israel has ordered an immediate suspension of electricity supply to Gaza as part of its strategy to pressure Hamas into releasing hostages. This decision comes as negotiations are set to resume regarding the ceasefire with Palestinian militants. The move follows Israel’s recent blockade of aid......

Israel to send delegation for Gaza ceasefire talks in Qatar

Israel has announced that it will send a delegation to Doha to discuss an extension of the fragile ceasefire with Hamas. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed on Saturday night that the delegation would arrive in the Qatari capital on Monday to push forward negotiations. The decision follows a......

Trump’s controversial remarks on hostage crises and human rights violations

US President Donald Trump recently made a striking statement regarding Hamas, asserting that “only sick and twisted people keep [dead] bodies.” This comment has stirred significant discussion, particularly in relation to Israel's actions and the ongoing hostage situation. In a post on......

Iran's military showcases new weapons in preparation for 2025 challenges

Iran’s military forces, including the Army and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), have spent the past three months unveiling and testing new weapons in extensive military drills. These demonstrations reflect Iran's preparation for a challenging year ahead, with heightened tensions......