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Over $13 billion in US military aid to Israel improperly tracked: IG
The Inspector General has reported that over $13 billion worth of U.S. military aid for Israel was inadequately monitored and recorded. The report suggests this could lead to a higher risk of sensitiv...
Over $13 billion in US military aid to Israel improperly tracked: IG
An investigation has found significant inadequacies in tracking over $13 billion of U.S. military assistance provided to Israel, raising concerns about potential risks of sensitive technology being co...
Christians in Bethlehem face existential threat under Israel's occupation
Christmas season usually brings high activity and revenue for shopkeepers in Manger Square in Bethlehem, but currently the area remains deserted with little business due to Israeli policies. The Giaca...
Israel's propaganda machine endangers every Jew on the planet - including me
The article criticizes Israel for using propaganda after an antisemitic attack at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia, to deflect criticism and justify its policies. The author argues that such actions h...
Palestinian women subjected to abuse in Israeli prisons, media office says
The Palestinian Prisoners' Media Office reports that women prisoners at the Israeli Damon prison are facing brutal violations such as physical assault and removal of headscarves. Al Jazeera Arabic rep...
Greta Thunberg arrested by UK police over support for 'Palestine Action prisoners'
Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg was arrested on December 23, 2025, by UK police in London after holding a placard that read 'I support the Palestine Action prisoners. I oppose genocide.' Thunb...
Gazans fear renewed displacement after Israeli strikes
In Khan Yunis area of Gaza, local resident Umm Ahmed faces repeated inquiries from her fearful children about finding safety during ongoing Israeli bombardment. Recent drone and artillery strikes have...
Second Lebanon-Israel meeting sidelined France, saw US pressure on Netanyahu
During the second round of meetings between Lebanese and Israeli officials, disagreements arose over an economic zone and the civilian casualties caused by Israeli strikes. The talks excluded direct F...
Ex-Israeli PM accuses Netanyahu of ‘treason’ over alleged Qatar funding to aides
Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett accused incumbent Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of 'treason' due to alleged Qatari funding provided to Netanyahu's associates, amid the 'Qatargate' af...
In this season of goodwill, Israeli settlers have made Bethlehem a 'no-go zone'
Jonathan Purcell recounts his experience witnessing religious persecution and intimidation against Christians by Israeli settlers in occupied Palestinian territories during Holy Week. He describes inc...
Israel demolishes east Jerusalem building, evicting Palestinians
On Monday, Israeli authorities demolished a four-story building in east Jerusalem, displacing numerous Palestinian residents through midnight evictions. The demolition is part of an ongoing campaign b...
Israel announces establishment of 11 new settlements in the West Bank
Israel has announced plans to establish eleven new settlements and legalize eight existing outposts in the occupied West Bank, seen as illegal under international law. This decision is part of efforts...
MSF says new Israeli restrictions threaten humanitarian work in Gaza
Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has warned that Israel's new registration requirements for international non-governmental organizations (INGOs) will prevent critical medical and humanitarian support to ...
Israel faces final deadline to respond to Gaza media access petition
The Israeli Supreme Court has set January 4 as the final deadline for Israel to respond to a petition by the Foreign Press Association (FPA) seeking media access to Gaza since October 2023. Since the ...
Israeli security cabinet approves recognition of 19 new settlements
Israel's security cabinet has approved Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and Defence Minister Israel Katz's proposal to recognize 19 new settlements in the occupied West Bank, bringing the total recog...
Israel kills three Palestinians in Gaza drone attacks
The Israeli military killed three Palestinians in Sunday morning attacks east of Gaza City using drones. Two individuals died near a fuel station and another person was killed separately during an att...
Israel Turns to India for Defence Manufacturing Resilience as European Nations Impose Stricter Military Export Controls
In response to heightened geopolitical tensions and stricter military export controls by European nations, Israel is reconfiguring its defense supply chains with a focus on reducing dependence on Euro...
Evening recap
Israeli-US relations saw Israel request that some US sanctions on Syria remain intact as leverage for future negotiations; however, this was not accepted by the US according to Kan public broadcaster....
Report: Half a million Palestinians lose jobs since October 2023
According to Anadolu Agency, over 500,000 Palestinian workers have lost their jobs since the start of Israel's war on Gaza in October 2023. The Palestinian General Federation of Trade Unions reports t...
Israel kills six Palestinians in strike on Gaza school hosting wedding
The Israeli army shelled a school being used as shelter by displaced Palestinian families gathered for a wedding, killing at least six people, including a five-month-old baby, and injuring several oth...
Israel Recognises True Ally In India, Pursues Defence Expansion, Rebuild Supply Chain Channel, Amid Global Arms Restrictions
Israel has shifted its defense collaboration focus towards India due to increasing arms export restrictions from Western nations following the Gaza conflict. Nations such as Spain, the Netherlands, Be...
Iran executes student convicted of spying for Mossad
A 27-year-old Iranian architecture student named Aghil Keshavarz was executed on Saturday morning after being accused of espionage for the Israeli intelligence agency, Mossad. He had been arrested ear...
Israeli forces destroy buildings east of Gaza City
The Israeli military has reportedly violated the ceasefire agreement by destroying buildings and deploying artillery shelling in eastern areas of Gaza City and Khan Younis, southern Gaza, on Saturday ...
Iran executes man as Israeli spy, rights group says confession ‘extracted under torture’
Iran has executed Aghil Keshavarz for alleged spying on behalf of Israel's Mossad and its army. According to state media, Keshavarz was arrested in the city of Urmia while taking photographs of a mili...
Iran executes man accused of spying for Israel, judiciary's news outlet says
Reuters reports that Iran has executed an individual convicted of espionage for Israel and connections with Iranian opposition groups, according to Mizan news agency of the judiciary. This execution i...
Witkoff, Kushner plan for Gaza metropolis to cost $112b
US envoy Steve Witkoff and President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner have devised a 32-page PowerPoint presentation called the 'Sunrise Project'. The project envisages reconstructing Gaza into...
Rubio says new governance bodies for Gaza will be in place soon, followed by international force
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that a new governance structure for the Gaza Strip, including an international board and Palestinian technocrats, would be established shortly, with subseque...
Hamas security forces in Gaza end amnesty programme for collaborators with Israel
Hamas' security forces have terminated their 'Door of Repentance' amnesty program aimed at individuals who cooperated with Israel or received support from the Israeli and U.S. military establishments....
Rubio to Answer Questions on Russia-Ukraine Conflict, Gaza, and Venezuela at Press Conference
Senator Marco Rubio will hold a news conference where he plans to address questions concerning the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine involving Russia, the situation in Gaza, as well as developments in Vene...
Exclusive: MPs urge Starmer to investigate Cameron ICC interference claims
British Labour MPs Richard Burgon and Imran Hussain have asked Prime Minister Keir Starmer to establish an independent inquiry into allegations that former Foreign Secretary David Cameron attempted to...
Rubio Takes Questions on Russia-Ukraine Conflict, Israel-Gaza Tension, and Crisis in Venezuela During Comprehensive Press Conference
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio held a comprehensive news conference addressing the ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine, the conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, and the political turmoil in Ve...
Exclusive: MPs urge Starmer to investigate Cameron ICC interference claims
Two British MPs have asked Prime Minister Keir Starmer to establish an independent investigation into allegations that former UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron attempted to interfere with the Interna...
UN declares Gaza famine over, but ‘situation remains critical’ amid fragile ceasefire
The United Nations announced on Friday that the famine declared in Gaza in August is now over due to improved humanitarian aid access. However, more than 70% of the population are still living in make...
Palestinians face violence on the streets of Israel as racist attacks spread
Palestinian citizens of Israel are increasingly facing violent attacks from Israeli Jews, with incidents reported across multiple cities including Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. These attacks involve physica...
Gaza famine eases but more than 100,000 still face catastrophic hunger - report
The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) reports that while famine conditions in Gaza have eased due to improved access for humanitarian and commercial food supplies after a ceasefire o...
Hamas says Miami talks must curb Israeli ceasefire breaches in Gaza
A Hamas official stated on Friday that the talks underway in Miami regarding the next phase of ceasefire in Gaza must address Israel's breaches of the current truce. The United States, with special en...
Israel, Germany expand Arrow 3 missile defense deal
Israel and Germany have agreed on an expanded contract worth $3.1 billion for the acquisition of the Arrow 3 air and missile defense system. This major procurement strengthens Europe's robust defensiv...
Four Palestinians killed in Israeli air strikes on Gaza's Bani Suheila
At least four Palestinian civilians, including one woman, were killed during Israeli air strikes targeting the town of Bani Suheila in southern Gaza over the past 24 hours. The strikes reportedly hit ...
HAL Awards ₹640 Crore Maritime Radar Contract To Lotus Advanced Technologies In Partnership With Israeli Defence Firm IAI-Elta
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has awarded a ₹640 crore contract to Lotus Advanced Technologies, based in Gurugram, India. The company will supply advanced AESA maritime patrol radars for the Ind...
Morning update
The article provides the latest updates on Israel's conflict with Gaza and developments in the occupied West Bank. Key points include meetings planned between US envoy Steve Witkoff and officials from...
The ayatollahs’ grip is weakening. Who can replace them is less clear
Following the conflict between Israel and Iran in June, signs indicate that Iran's regime may be nearing collapse due to severe electricity and water shortages. These conditions are escalating domesti...
Germany activates first elements of Arrow 3 missile defence system bought from Israel
Germany has initiated the deployment of its acquired components of the advanced Arrow 3 missile defense system from Israel. This marks a significant enhancement in Germany's defensive capabilities, al...
A Historic Resolution, an Unworkable Plan: The Uncertain Future of Gaza’s New Mandate
U.N. Security Council Resolution 2803 authorizes an international administration and stabilization force for Gaza, led by the U.S., to reinforce ceasefires and rebuild following two years of conflict....
Saudi Nuclear Posture After the 12-Day War
Following Israel's conflicts with Iran and attacks on Doha, Saudi Arabia contemplates enhancing its nuclear ambiguity as a counterbalance against perceived threats from Iran and Israel. Gulf states ex...
Hostages or Hamas? Cracks Spread in Israeli Unity
The article discusses emerging divisions within Israel's political leadership regarding the handling of the recent Hamas attacks and hostage situation. There are disagreements over whether to prioriti...
How the Gaza War is Unlike All Other Middle East Wars
Jeremy Bowen, a BBC journalist, discusses how the current conflict between Israel and Hamas differs significantly from past military confrontations in the Middle East due to its unique characteristics...
In a year of conflict, global science cooperation has shown the way
2025 was marked by global conflicts and instability, including ongoing warfare in Ukraine and Gaza, along with terrorist attacks and economic downturns worldwide. Despite these challenges, internation...
Israeli forces detain Santa Clause in raid on Palestinian Christmas celebration
In Haifa, Israeli police interrupted a Christmas celebration and arrested three men, including a man dressed as Santa Claus, according to local rights group Mossawa Centre. The arrests followed accusa...
Iran rocked with new protests as economic anger meets mounting foreign pressure
Recent protests in Iran are spreading from marketplaces to universities as tensions rise between Tehran and Washington, Israel. The unrest reflects growing economic dissatisfaction among the populace ...
Iran’s nuclear reset shows airstrikes may not end ambitions
Iran's efforts to recalibrate its nuclear strategy indicate that despite US and Israeli strikes damaging facilities, Iran remains committed to rebuilding a resilient nuclear deterrent, possibly with a...
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