Israeli PM delays Rafah invasion amidst Iran’s retaliatory threats. Gaza conflict persists with over 33,700 Palestinians killed since Oct. 7, 2023.

Major escalation as Iran strikes Israel with over 200 drones and missiles. Israeli army reports intercepting the majority of incoming missiles amid heightened tensions.

Portuguese-flagged ship owned by Israeli businessman seized by marine unit of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, state-run news agency IRNA reports

Knifeman shot dead by police, injured people, including a baby, taken to hospitals, say officials

The UN reports nearly 100,000 people have fled gang violence in Haiti’s capital since March, straining resources in already strained provinces.

Lebanon’s Iran-backed Hezbollah group launches dozens of rockets at Israeli artillery positions in retaliation for strikes in the south.

Recent attacks on the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant raise concerns over escalating nuclear safety risks in Ukraine, warns the UN atomic agency.

Security Council fails to agree on Palestinians’ bid for full UN membership, prompting a formal vote, amidst ongoing divisions and US opposition.

Survey highlights crisis of faith in global democracies and institutions, emphasizing the need for improved governance and combating disinformation.

EU rushes to implement a new migration pact, but its ability to address the situation remains uncertain.

Despite controversy, UK’s Sunak and Rwanda’s Kagame remain determined to proceed with the deportation of undocumented migrants to Rwanda.

Muslims come together at end of holy month of Ramadan in celebration, gratitude, unity

Citing threats against mosques, Norway implements a national policy arming on-duty police officers to ensure security during the upcoming Eid al-Fitr celebrations.

While 2023 saw a decline, early 2024 data reveals a concerning rise. El Niño, conflict, and threats to activists pose challenges.

Latin American leaders lambaste police operation into Mexican Embassy in Quito to detain former Ecuadorian Vice President Jorge Glas

Mexico suspending diplomatic relations with Ecuador, says Mexican president

Civilian casualties nearly triple those reported in 2022, says UNICEF

The Arab League announces an emergency meeting to address the Gaza humanitarian crisis and alleged “crimes of genocide and starvation” by Israel.

Suspected Israeli warplanes bombed Iran’s embassy in Syria, killing seven military advisers, including three senior commanders.

Peru’s Interior Minister Victor Torres resigned after police raided President Boluarte’s home and office in a corruption probe.

Gaza’s main hospital complex devastated as Israeli forces withdraw, leaving destruction and casualties in their wake.

There has been no response from Al Jazeera’s headquarters or the Qatari government in Doha regarding this development

Erdogan and AKP suffered a stupendous defeat in the local elections, losing the big 3 cities of Istanbul, Izmir and Ankara to opposition CHP

Delegation members include representatives from intelligence agency Mossad, internal security agency Shin Bet, and military intelligence agency Aman: Israeli media