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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......

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......

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......

Trump threatens Gaza with dire consequences over hostages

US President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to the people of Gaza and Hamas, demanding the release of Israeli hostages. In a social media post, Trump stated that failure to release the captives would result in severe consequences, calling it the "last warning." He also directed a message......

Checkpoint of fear: The Israeli blockade terrorizing a Palestinian village

In the village of Deir Sharaf, located in the occupied West Bank, an Israeli military checkpoint casts a long shadow over the daily lives of residents already burdened by the presence of an illegal Israeli settlement. This checkpoint, initially just a dirt mound in 2022, is a constant reminder of the......

Arab leaders convene in Cairo to discuss alternatives to Trump's Gaza plan

Arab leaders are gathering in Cairo to explore alternatives to U.S. President Donald Trump's controversial proposal for Gaza. The plan, which aims to take control of the Gaza Strip and displace its Palestinian population, has sparked widespread condemnation across the Arab world and beyond. On the......

Hamas rejects Israeli proposal to extend Gaza ceasefire

As the initial phase of the Gaza ceasefire concludes, uncertainty looms over the next steps in negotiations. Talks held in Cairo between Israeli officials, Qatari and U.S. mediators, and other stakeholders have yet to yield progress on a potential second phase of the ceasefire. The discussions were......

No progress in talks for second phase of ceasefire between Hamas and Israel

Recent discussions regarding the second phase of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas have not made any progress, according to a senior Hamas official. The first phase of the ceasefire, which halted 15 months of conflict in Gaza, led to the release of 33 hostages, including eight bodies, in exchange......

Kazakh Foreign Minister Praises King Mohammed VI’s Visionary Leadership

Kazakhstan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Murat Nurtleu, expressed admiration on Friday in Rabat for the royal initiatives launched by King Mohammed VI aimed at promoting peace, stability, and socio-economic development in Africa. Nurtleu also highlighted the various reforms......