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  The unthinkable is happening in Syria. Within a week, opposition forces have seized Aleppo and Hama, leaving President Bashar Assad facing perhaps his final battle. The speed and scope of this collapse were unimaginable just months ago. According to The Sunday Times columnist Samuel Ramani, the timing is hardly surprising. Assad's regime has been […]

Precious metals expert Andy Schectman warned that China's gold reserves may be far greater than officially reported

  A Nativity Scene crafted in Bethlehem and displayed at the Vatican's Paul VI hall features a distinctive and controversial addition this year – a cloth that appeared to be a Palestinian keffiyeh (traditional head dress) covering the baby Jesus' manger, donated by the Palestinian Embassy to the Holy See. The inclusion of the traditional […]

While Israel sees an opportunity to further weaken Iran's regional status as Assad's regime crumbles in Syria, the UN's nuclear watchdog has warned that Tehran has dramatically increased its uranium enrichment capacity

  Abu Mohammed al-Jawlani, the leader of an Islamist insurgent alliance that has recently seized significant portions of Syria in a swift offensive, is working to moderate his image while pursuing his goal of overthrowing President Bashar al-Assad's government, according to The Guardian. In an interview with CNN aired at 3 p.m. on Friday, Jawlani […]

  In a groundbreaking move to address Japan's declining population, Tokyo's metropolitan government will implement a four-day workweek starting this April, reports Fortune. The initiative, led by one of the country's largest employers, aims to help working parents balance childcare responsibilities with their careers. Tokyo Gov. Yuriko Koike announced the policy change during the Tokyo […]

The government, jabbering on about religion and God and wasting a fortune on the 'Heritage Ministry,' wants to close down a radio station that actually deals with heritage

ISRAEL: IDF chief says army closely monitoring events in Syria; Israeli forces help repel attack on UN post in Syrian territory near border, IDF says ■ LEBANON: Israeli strikes on southern Lebanese villages kill six, Lebanese health ministry says ■ GAZA: Hamas begins attempts to locate living hostages in Gaza captivity

Both sides of the conflict in Syria agree that if Assad is not deposed by force, the fate of the country will be determined by the interests of regional powers and superpowers – not by the Syrian people

After opposition factions take control of Aleppo, the city’s Christian community prepares for the holidays while navigating newfound freedoms and lingering uncertainties.

Despite keeping a low profile, Thailand is using all the diplomatic means at its disposal to push for the release of eight Thai nationals still held hostage by Hamas. 'We talk to anyone who can help us,' says the Thai ambassador to Israel

24-year-old Capt. Avraham Ben Pinchas was wounded in combat two months ago and returned to the front after recovering

In the video, Matan refers to Prime Minister Netanyahu's declaration that he will grant $5 million and free passage out of Gaza to anyone returning living hostages, saying, 'You don't know your enemies or their intentions'

After Hamas released a hostage video of her son, Einav Zangauker called on Israelis to take to the streets. Anti-government organizations are leading the protest in central Tel Aviv's Azrieli Intersection for the first time since August, when they decided to let the hostages' families take the lead

Syrian anti-Assad rebel forces seize Damascus suburb, southern Quneitra province adjoining Israeli border in the Golan ■ IDF says it is helping UN forces repel an attack by militants on UN post near Israel's border ■ Report: Hamas attempts to locate living hostages in light of progress toward hostage deal ■ IDF says it struck Hezbollah targets in south Lebanon over actions that 'posed a threat to Israel' ■ Three Israelis wounded in suspected car-ramming attack in West Bank ■ Here's what you need to know 428 days into the war

Mohammed Al Thani said Doha was encouraged by Trump's efforts to reach a Gaza cease-fire before assuming office. Addressing international calls for Hamas leadership to leave Qatar, he questioned, 'who is going to engage with them in resolving conflict?'

Syrian rebels announced today (Saturday) that they have taken control of the Quneitra province, near the Israeli border. However, Assad's regime has yet to confirm this claim. Reuters reported that the rebels have also entered the key city of Homs. Despite speculation online, Assad's office denies he has left Syria. Since yesterday, Syrian opposition sources […]

Yes, democracy's deficiencies are manifested in similar ways around the world, but it's a stretch to imply that this week's events in Seoul and Paris, the election of Trump and the strengthening of far-right parties stem from the same root causes