News in brief
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to address the nation on Sunday regarding his controversial plan to seize control of Gaza City—a move approved by the security cabinet that has triggered fierce opposition both internally—from far-right coalition figures—and externally—from......
In the scenic town of Queenstown, New Zealand, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and his New Zealand counterpart Christopher Luxon met over the weekend to reinforce their countries’ historic partnership in a time of global instability. Despite the icy weather, their relationship appeared......
The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, strongly criticized Israel's plan for Gaza on Friday, warning that “such a decision” must have “consequences” for relations between the European Union and Israel. Costa, who leads the institution uniting the 27 heads of......
French prosecutors have opened an investigation following threatening remarks made against President Emmanuel Macron by an Israeli rabbi in a video posted on YouTube. The Paris prosecutor's office confirmed on Friday that the probe was initiated after reports from French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau......
In a political climate increasingly seen as hostile to dissent, Australians are reclaiming their right to protest. Last Sunday, more than 225,000 demonstrators marched across the Sydney Harbour Bridge, calling for an end to Israel’s offensive in Gaza and rejecting growing government efforts to......
On August 8, 2025, Belgium summoned the Israeli Ambassador to express strong disapproval following the announcement of a new Israeli plan for Gaza. The move comes amid escalating tensions in the region and international concern over the ongoing humanitarian crisis. Belgium's Minister of Foreign......
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to convene his security cabinet on Tuesday to discuss launching a new phase of the war in Gaza. The meeting comes amid mounting pressure both domestically and internationally over the fate of Israeli hostages and the worsening humanitarian situation......
On August 6, 2025, Japan commemorates the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, with a record number of international representatives expected to attend a solemn ceremony calling for global nuclear disarmament. At 8:15 a.m. on August 6, 1945, the United States dropped an atomic bomb on......
At least 40 Palestinians were killed on Monday by Israeli gunfire and airstrikes in Gaza, including 10 people seeking aid at distribution sites, according to Gaza’s health authorities. The deadly incidents come amid a dire humanitarian crisis in the enclave, with another five Palestinians succumbing......
In a visit that underscores the growing urgency of the hostage crisis in Gaza, American envoy Steve Witkoff met with families of Israeli captives in Tel Aviv on Saturday. These families have been demanding action for nearly 22 months, following the unprecedented Hamas-led assault on Israel on October......
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed deep outrage following the release of new videos showing two Israeli hostages held by Hamas in the Gaza Strip. The disturbing footage, published between Thursday and Saturday by Hamas and its ally, Islamic Jihad, shows the captives in weakened and emaciated......
Morocco has delivered nearly 180 tons of humanitarian aid to Gaza, providing critical supplies such as food, medicines, and surgical equipment to alleviate the suffering of Palestinians amidst dire humanitarian conditions. This significant initiative, spearheaded by His Majesty King Mohammed VI, underscores......
As famine deepens in Gaza, Donald Trump’s envoy, Steve Witkoff, visited the war-ravaged territory on Friday, pledging increased humanitarian assistance. His trip comes amid growing international pressure on Israel over the mounting civilian death toll in the besieged Palestinian enclave. Ahead......
