Syria's complex civil war entered a new phase this week as Islamic rebels consolidated their control over Aleppo, while US-backed Kurdish forces launched a separate offensive against President Bashar al-Assad's army and Iranian-backed groups in the country's eastern regions, significantly altering the conflict's dynamics. The last 24 hours have witnessed intense exchanges of fire […]
The army predicts that if these groups obtain the Syrian regime's advanced weaponry or chemical weapons, Israel will have to take action that will impact the entire Middle East
Up to now, such couples could only apply for residency if they knew each other before arriving in Israel, but the court ruled that the situation created years-long violations of asylum seekers' rights
The Egyptian proposal calls for a committee subordinate to the Palestinian Authority to handle supply and distribution of humanitarian aid, civic affairs, oversight of the Rafah Crossing and reconstruction in Gaza
Israeli officials stood firm on Tuesday, in the wake of recent strikes in Lebanon and mounting international criticism, asserting that aerial surveillance operations over Lebanese airspace will continue to enforce the ceasefire agreement. The declaration comes as a direct response to French diplomatic sources who contend that Israel's use of UAVs and other surveillance […]
An investigation by The Washington Post has uncovered more than 120 photos and videos posted by Israeli soldiers during military operations in Gaza, reportedly revealing a pattern of destruction and celebratory behavior that has raised concerns about conduct during the conflict. The footage, posted between October 2023 and October 2024, allegedly shows soldiers demolishing […]
As violence flares in Pakistan, Trump loyalists are joining protests calling for the release of imprisoned ex-PM Imran Khan. For the incoming U.S. administration, Khan could be a useful, and subservient, auxiliary on China, India – and a resuscitated 'Plan of the Century' for Middle East normalization
The world watched in disbelief as armored vehicles rolled through Seoul, the capital of South Korea – one of East Asia's most stable democracies – while soldiers stormed newspaper offices as if they were terrorist strongholds. From world leaders to protesters holding hastily made signs outside the National Assembly building in Seoul, everyone seemed […]
As students, many of us shape our political opinions from news sites/articles, and when these headlines are biased or straight out incorrect, we form an opinion of a situation when in reality only half of the story has been presented. This is the case on my campus – University of Birmingham – since October […]
The stunning advance on Aleppo by rebel forces came as several key players in the conflict have been distracted or weakened, triggering the heaviest clashes since a 2020 cease-fire
The city of Munich has undertaken a significant initiative by translating its official tourist map into Hebrew, a move designed not only to facilitate navigation for Israeli visitors but to convey an unmistakable message of welcome and support. "Our decision to translate the city map into Hebrew is rooted in two fundamental considerations," Head […]
I am glad President Joe Biden pardoned his son Hunter. I don't think it would be good for the country if a president's son were put behind bars for a nonviolent crime. Besides, I never believed President Biden when he said he wouldn't pardon his son. I don't take the president at his word. In 2019, […]
A 27-year-old Ohio woman received a one-year jail sentence on Monday for killing and eating a cat in an incident that shocked local authorities and drew national attention, the New York Post reported based on the Massillon Independent. Allexis Ferrell appeared before Stark County Common Pleas Judge Frank Forchione, who expressed profound disgust at […]
Schloss Elmau, one of Germany's most prestigious luxury resorts, owned by Dietmar Mueller, has established itself as a welcoming haven for Israeli visitors. Following the outbreak of war, Mueller took the decisive step of displaying the Israeli flag at the hotel's entrance while also featuring it prominently on the establishment's website. In an exclusive […]
Ilan Weiss was murdered on October 7, his body taken to Gaza, while his wife and daughter were abducted and later released. With no hope of his return alive, Ilan's sister is now waiting to give him a proper burial at Kibbutz Be'eri
The Turkish president sees the election of Donald Trump as an opportunity to improve his standing, but the Syrian arena could drag him into a broader war – which is the last thing he wants
LEBANON: Reports in Lebanon: Israeli strikes southern Lebanon's Marjayoun ■ ISRAEL: Netanyahu in northern Israel: 'We are currently in a cease-fire, the war has not ended' ■ GAZA: Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry: 36 killed, 96 wounded in the Strip over past day ■ IRAN: Iran's FM says troop deployment to Syria possible, if Damascus requests ■ SYRIA: IDF says it killed Hezbollah liaison to the Syrian Army in Damascus airstrike