Politics
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's insistence on controlling the Gaza-Egypt border, known as the Philadelphi Corridor, has emerged as a significant obstacle in ceasefire negotiations with Hamas. This 14-kilometer strip of land has become a focal point of contention, potentially derailing......
Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel's prime minister, has been sharply criticized by his political rival, Benny Gantz, for allegedly placing his personal interests above those of the nation. This accusation comes after Netanyahu's insistence on maintaining Israeli control over the Gaza-Egypt border, a......
In a move that some observers see as largely symbolic, the United States Justice Department has announced criminal charges against top leaders of Hamas for their roles in the October 7 attacks in southern Israel. The indictment, unsealed on Tuesday, names six defendants, three of whom have been killed......
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has denounced the UK government's decision to suspend some arms export licences to Israel, labeling it a "shameful" move that will embolden Hamas, the militant group responsible for the recent massacre of over 1,200 people, including 14 British......
Benjamin Netanyahu remains steadfast in his stance on the Philadelphi corridor, despite mounting pressure from protests and international criticism. Benjamin Netanyahu has defied both domestic protests and international criticism, including from US President Joe Biden, by insisting that Israel must......
In a significant move, the United Kingdom has suspended 30 arms export licences to Israel following a thorough review by the newly installed Labour government. The decision comes amid concerns that UK-supplied arms could be used in violation of international humanitarian law, particularly in relation......
In an unprecedented display of public outrage, an estimated 300,000 protesters flooded the streets of Tel Aviv on Sunday, demanding an immediate deal to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas. The demonstration was sparked by the grim discovery of six hostages found dead in Gaza, according to Israeli......
In a recent development, President Joe Biden has expressed dissatisfaction with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's handling of hostage negotiations. The criticism comes amid growing concerns over the stalled efforts to secure the release of captives, highlighting the complexities and urgency......
Tens of thousands of Israelis have taken to the streets, demanding an immediate ceasefire and the return of captives from Gaza. The country's largest trade union has called for a general strike on Monday, intensifying pressure on the government. In one of the largest anti-government demonstrations......
The 50th session of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council of Foreign Ministers commenced on Thursday in Yaoundé, Cameroon, with the participation of the Kingdom of Morocco. Led by Morocco’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia and Permanent Representative to the OIC, Mustapha Mansouri,......
Josep Borrell, the European Union’s foreign policy chief, has called on the bloc’s 27 member states to impose sanctions against certain Israeli ministers for their inflammatory statements against Palestinians. Speaking ahead of the EU’s foreign and defense ministers’ meeting in......
In a controversial move that has intensified the already volatile situation in the Middle East, Israel's Foreign Minister Israel Katz has called for the "temporary displacement" of Palestinians in the northern West Bank. This proposal comes as part of a broader aggressive campaign launched......
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Gaza is poised to have devastating long-term consequences for the Israeli state, according to Professor John J. Mearsheimer. Speaking on a recent podcast, Mearsheimer painted a grim picture of the future, suggesting that Israel’s military actions and internal......