Israel army declares south Lebanon a “death zone” amid escalation

Israel’s army chief ordered that all territory south of the Litani River be treated as a combat zone targeting Hezbollah fighters. The directive marks a sharp escalation in a six week conflict that began on March 2 and has intensified across southern Lebanon. Israeli officials say more than 1,700 Hezbollah fighters have been killed since......

El Al expands boeing deal with order for six additional dreamliners

Israeli flag carrier El Al Israel Airlines has announced that it will purchase six additional Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, strengthening its long-term partnership with aerospace manufacturer Boeing. The decision forms part of the airline’s broader strategy to expand capacity and improve profitability as global travel demand continues......

Czech president says Israel’s security must not come at the expense of others in the region

The President of the Czech Republic, Petr Pavel, has stated that Israel’s security should not undermine the safety and stability of other countries in the Middle East. Speaking on Tuesday, Pavel emphasized the importance of a comprehensive regional approach to peace, stressing that long-term stability across the Middle East must remain......

Oil supply shock drives global shift as China boosts clean tech exports

The war in Iran has triggered what energy officials describe as the largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market. The shock has reshaped energy demand patterns and accelerated a shift toward alternative sources, placing China at the center of the transition. Despite being Iran’s largest oil customer, China is positioned......

China's Q1 GDP growth forecast to rebound to 4.8% despite Iran war risks

China's economy gained momentum in the first quarter of 2026, but economists warn the ongoing Iran war could drag growth for the rest of the year as energy costs rise and global demand weakens. A Reuters poll of 50 economists published Monday projects gross domestic product expanded 4.8 percent year-on-year from January to March, up from......

Israel accused of trying to make Turkey its “new enemy” amid escalating diplomatic tensions

Turkey has accused Israel of attempting to portray it as a “new enemy” following a series of escalating diplomatic exchanges between the two countries, further intensifying tensions in the Middle East. Speaking on Monday, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said that Israel is deliberately shaping a narrative aimed at turning......

South Korean President reaffirms commitment to universal human rights amid diplomatic tensions with Israel

South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung has reiterated his commitment to universal human rights following a diplomatic exchange sparked by his online remarks related to Israel. The comments came after tensions emerged between Seoul and Tel Aviv over a video shared by the South Korean leader on social media, which reportedly showed the......

Israeli court postpones Netanyahu hearings amid security concerns

An Israeli court has approved the postponement of scheduled hearings involving Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in his ongoing corruption trial, citing exceptional circumstances linked to the current regional situation. The Jerusalem District Court agreed to cancel three hearings planned for this week, following a request submitted by Netanyahu’s......

New aid flotilla departs from Barcelona to challenge Gaza blockade

A new humanitarian aid flotilla is set to depart from the port of Barcelona, Spain, on Sunday, aiming to deliver supplies to the Gaza Strip and challenge the ongoing Israeli blockade. Around 30 boats are expected to take part in the “Global Sumud” initiative, carrying medical equipment and essential relief goods. Additional vessels......

Strikes in southern Lebanon kill 10 as Hezbollah rejects direct talks with Israel

At least 10 people were killed in Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon on Saturday, as political tensions escalated over the prospect of direct negotiations between Lebanon and Israel. According to the Lebanese Health Ministry, the strikes targeted several locations in the Nabatieh district, including areas where emergency responders were......

Morgan Stanley questions gold’s safe haven role amid market shifts

Morgan Stanley has challenged a long-held belief in global markets that gold reliably protects portfolios during crises, arguing that recent price movements resemble those of a risk asset rather than a traditional safe haven. In a note released this week, the bank’s strategists pointed to stronger fundamentals in silver and aluminum. Since......

Oil heads for steepest weekly drop as ceasefire fails to calm markets

Oil prices rose slightly on Friday but remained on track for their sharpest weekly decline since June 2025, with both West Texas Intermediate and Brent crude down करीब 10% over the week, as tensions in the Middle East continued to disrupt confidence in global supply routes. The decline follows a sharp selloff earlier in the week after......

Scientists reconstruct face of 6400 year old woman in Morocco

A team of researchers has digitally reconstructed the face of a woman who lived around 6400 years ago in what is now Morocco, offering a rare glimpse into prehistoric populations in North Africa. The reconstruction was carried out by Ancestral Whispers using advanced imaging techniques and academic data. The woman’s remains were discovered......

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