Emirati envoy to US: No alternative to Trump’s Gaza plan
‘I don’t see an alternative to what’s being proposed. I really don’t,’ says Yousef al-Otaiba
US warns Israel likely to strike Iran’s nuclear sites by midyear
The strike would target Iran’s Fordow and Natanz nuclear sites, setting back Iran’s nuclear program by months
Internal divisions within SDF deepen over relations with Damascus
An Arab source within the SDF told Erem News that the disagreements are primarily centered around the potential integration of the SDF into Syria’s new Ministry of Defense
Hamas commits to Gaza ceasefire amid ongoing tensions
The fragile 42-day ceasefire, brokered by Egypt, Qatar, and the U.S., has faced repeated setbacks, with both Hamas and Israel accusing each other of violating the terms
Africa struggles with health, food crises after US aid suspension
The US suspension of foreign aid has severely impacted Africa, disrupting vital healthcare, food security, and humanitarian programs, leading to increased disease.
UN: Trump’s aid halt threatens Congo relief
The UN says Trump’s foreign aid freeze is severely impacting relief operations in DR Congo, a country where millions depend on humanitarian support.
White South Africans mock Trump’s refugee offer with satire
Trump’s claims of racial discrimination against white South Africans and his offer of refugee resettlement have been met with widespread satire and mockery on social media.
Spain to grant legal status to 25,000 flood-affected migrants
Nearly 60,000 homes, around 105,000 cars, and more than 10,000 businesses were either destroyed or damaged
Hamas official: Hostages’ release depends on ceasefire
Trump, a strong ally of Israel, demanded that Hamas release all remaining hostages by midday Saturday or face the possible collapse of the ceasefire
Trump calls Gaza a real estate project with no right of return
Trump ruled out the right of return for Palestinians in Gaza, saying the area is uninhabitable and proposing instead to develop new communities elsewhere.
Super Bowl show interrupted by Sudanese-Palestinian flag protest
A Super Bowl halftime performer was detained and may face charges after unveiling a Sudanese-Palestinian flag during Kendrick Lamar’s show.
Boat carrying Pakistani nationals capsizes off Libyan coast
A boat carrying around 65 passengers, including Pakistani nationals, has capsized off the coast of Libya.
Egypt affirms Arab unity against Gaza displacement
In Washington, Egypt’s top diplomat emphasized Arab nations’ rejection of Trump’s Gaza relocation plan, highlighting the need for a just political framework for Palestinians.
Israel: Trump to meet leaders of Saudi Arabia and Egypt
Israeli President Isaac Herzog said Trump will meet with Egyptian and Saudi leaders, though no dates or agenda were confirmed.
Algeria reaffirms support for Syria in first visit since Assad’s fall
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa met with Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf in Damascus, marking the first visit by an Algerian official to Syria since the fall of the Assad regime.
Hamas releases hostages as Israel frees Palestinian prisoners
Televised images of the hostages, who looked visibly weak and malnourished, sparked outrage in Israel
US congressman calls for aid cuts to Tunisia over Saied’s actions
US lawmaker Joe Wilson’s criticism of President Kais Saied on social media has sparked a heated debate in Tunisia, with reactions ranging from amusement to indignation.
Ramaphosa rejects US barbs, affirms South Africa’s stance
South Africa’s President Ramaphosa defends national policies and sovereignty, asserting the country’s resilience despite US threats to cut aid and accusations of racist laws.
French troops to leave Ivory Coast military base in February 2025
The withdrawal is part of France’s strategic reorganization following similar actions in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger.
US Republicans seek to rename West Bank ‘Judea and Samaria’
Lawmakers seek to align US policy with Israeli far-right terminology, reinforcing support for annexation
Trump rules out US troops as Israel plans Gaza exodus
Trump, who had previously not ruled out sending troops, clarified his stance on Truth Social
Kenya deploys 168 more police to Haiti as US cuts mission funding
Latest deployment raises total number of Kenyan personnel in Haiti to 800, moving closer to target of 1,000 officers under UN-backed mission
South Africa’s president discusses US disinformation with Musk
President Cyril Ramaphosa takes up disinformation concerns with Elon Musk after Trump’s remarks on South Africa’s land expropriation act.
Zelenskyy’s nuclear weapons demand is ‘madness’ Kremlin says
Reactions from Moscow come after Ukrainian president said Kyiv should be given nuclear weapons to ensure its security if Ukraine’s NATO membership process takes too long
