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'Locked and loaded': Trump threatens Iran over protester deaths
US President Donald Trump warned Iran that the US could step in if protesters are met with harsh government response. The warning came as mass protests erupted in Iran over a cost of living crisis, re...
Israel-Turkey rivalry moves to the Horn of Africa
Israel's recognition of Somaliland aims to counter Turkish influence and address security threats like Iran-backed Houthis and possibly relocate Palestinians from Gaza. This move has drawn criticism f...
Israel kills six Palestinians in strike on Gaza school hosting wedding
Israeli forces struck a school being used as a shelter where displaced Palestinian families had gathered for a wedding, resulting in the death of at least six people, including a five-month-old child....
US Leads Reprisal Strikes Against ISIS in Syria
The United States has conducted military strikes as a reprisal against ISIS targets in Syria....
Yoav Gallant says Israel should steer Iran protests 'with an invisible hand'
Former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has called for Israel to guide Iran's ongoing protests from the background and maintain readiness to act when necessary. He stressed that Israel must show ...
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...
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...
Pull American Troops From the Middle East
An article discussing the proposal to withdraw US troops from the Middle East region....
The Middle East’s new year is as unhappy and fractured as ever
The article discusses ongoing conflicts and instability in the Middle East despite historical lessons predicting difficulties in achieving peace and stability in the region. The situation remains tens...
More than 500 settlers storm Al Aqsa Mosque
Israeli settlers, protected by Israeli police and soldiers, stormed the courtyards of Al-Aqsa Mosque in East Jerusalem on Thursday. Wafa news agency reported that approximately 568 settlers entered th...
US Ambassador Says Israel is Unlikely Planning an Attack on Iran
The United States Ambassador stated that there is no solid evidence suggesting Israel is planning military action against Iran. This signals an effort to calm regional tensions and reassure internatio...
Yemen’s separatists announce constitution, UAE withdraws all its troops
The Yemeni separatist movement declared a constitution for an independent southern state and called on other factions to recognize this move. This announcement is seen as a declaration of independence...
Hospitals in Gaza at risk of closing or reducing services due to lack of fuel
Israeli blockade on fuel entering Gaza has put several hospitals and health facilities at risk of reduced operations or closure, impacting continuous medical services such as surgery and intensive car...
Tucker Carlson named ‘Antisemite of the Year’ for opposing Israel’s genocide in Gaza
A pro-Israel advocacy group has designated US political commentator Tucker Carlson as its 'Antisemite of the Year', citing his criticism of Israeli actions in Gaza and influence on US politics. StopAn...
Iraq negotiates new coalition under US pressure
Following Iraq's parliamentary elections, top Iraqi leaders are negotiating the formation of a new government under pressure from the United States to exclude groups supported by Iran. The US has sign...
The Iranian Regime Is Caught in a Death Spiral
Columnist David Ignatius discusses the internal weaknesses and external pressures pushing Iran towards a critical political state....
What Might Be Trump’s Next Middle East Surprise?
An analysis piece speculating on potential future actions President Donald Trump could take regarding the Middle East and how the international community might respond....
The Middle East is on the brink of a new crisis. Here’s where it could start.
An analysis suggests that despite temporary cease-fire agreements, the Middle East remains unstable and at risk for further conflict....
Turkey and Hamas discuss next phase of Gaza ceasefire - Reuters
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with Hamas officials in Ankara to discuss the ongoing ceasefire agreement in Gaza and potential steps for advancing it to a second phase. The Hamas representat...
Jordan says its air force joined US strikes on Islamic State in Syria
The Kingdom of Jordan has confirmed that its air force participated in coordinated strikes alongside the United States against targets affiliated with the Islamic State group in Syria....
Hamas says it will dissolve its Gaza government when new Palestinian body takes over
Hamas has announced its intention to dissolve the current government in Gaza once a technocratic leadership committee, as per the US-brokered peace plan, assumes control of the territory. However, no ...
Turkey says Gaza will be governed by Palestinians
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that representatives from Turkey met with US, Qatar, and Egypt on Friday to discuss implementing the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement. The talks...
Delegation led by Yemen's main separatist group to travel to Saudi Arabia, sources say
According to sources cited by Reuters, a delegation led by Aidarous al-Zubaidi, the leader of Yemen's Southern Transitional Council (STC), will travel to Saudi Arabia. This move follows an invitation ...
Yemen’s STC announces self-determination process for south: What to know
The Southern Transitional Council (STC) in Yemen has declared its process towards self-determination for the southern regions of the country. This move follows recent escalations against Saudi Arabia ...
How Netanyahu ceded to Trump, agreed to Egypt's $35B gas deal
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has faced pressure from the Trump administration regarding multiple issues, including signing a significant gas deal with Egypt. Speculations state that there...
Syria, Greenland, Iran, Grateful Dead and Ireland: Midnight News Update
The article presents an overview of various global news snippets including updates from Syria, Greenland, and Iran. It also includes a cultural reference to the band 'Grateful Dead' and mentions devel...