Israeli embassies on alert for possible ICC warrants
Israel braces for possible International Criminal Court arrest warrants against Israeli officials for alleged war crimes in Gaza Strip
US says Russia’s conflict with Ukraine a strategic disaster
‘Russia is weaker economically, militarily,’ says US Secretary of State Blinken at World Economic Forum in Saudi capital Riyadh
Egypt optimistic on Gaza talks, awaits response, says FM
Teaming up with Qatar and the U.S., Egypt has been at the forefront of endeavors to broker a ceasefire deal for the conflict
Protests erupt in Georgia over controversial ‘Russian bill’
Thousands of Georgians protest a controversial “foreign influence” bill seen as undermining the country’s path to EU membership.
US influence leads to delay in Israel’s Rafah invasion
Israel agrees to delay the Rafah invasion in Gaza to consider US concerns and thoughts, aiming for a temporary ceasefire and humanitarian plan.
Ukraine retreats, awaits US arms to stop Russia’s advance
The country’s military chief warns of a worsening situation and urges faster delivery of US military aid.
Hamas, Israel show progress via Egypt
Hamas is considering Israel’s latest ceasefire proposal, which reportedly includes discussions on ending the war.
Saudi Arabia: Red Sea resorts remain safe after Houthi attacks
Despite Houthi attacks in Yemen’s Red Sea, Saudi Arabia presses on with tourism development projects.
Gaza health ministry reports widespread unsafe water consumption
Israel prohibits introduction of chlorine or any alternative to treat drinking water, says Gaza Health Ministry
6.9 magnitude quake strikes Japan
No loss of life or infrastructure damage reported yet
Thousands rally in London streets urging immediate cease-fire for Gaza
Carrying Palestinian flags, protesters call for immediate cease-fire while criticizing British government’s stance on Israel
Houthis strike Andromeda Star oil ship in Red Sea
The strike on the Andromeda Star follows a temporary cessation in Houthi actions targeting vessels associated with Israel, the United States, and Britain
Blinken: Beijing aims to ‘interfere’ in upcoming US elections
We have seen evidence of attempts to influence, arguably interfere, and we want to make sure that that’s cut off as quickly as possible,’ says US secretary of state
Deadly drone strike targets Emirati-owned facility in Iraq
The attack, targeting a gas complex owned by the United Arab Emirates, killed four Yemeni workers and caused power outages.
Massive $6B military aid for Ukraine announced by US
US announces $6 billion military aid package for Ukraine to counter Russian aggression.
Top diplomats meet in Riyadh for Gaza talks
Top Arab and European diplomats gather in Riyadh for discussions on the war in Gaza and an economic summit.
Morocco condemns storming of al-Aqsa mosque by Israeli settlers
Morocco condemns the storming of East Jerusalem’s Al-Aqsa Mosque by illegal Israeli settlers, calling it a provocative act that violates its sanctity.
EU police nab gang smuggling Iraqis via Russia/Belarus
The arrested individuals primarily hail from Egypt, Iraq, and Syria, with fifteen of them detained in Poland
Palestinians unearth 392 bodies from 3 mass graves in Khan Younis
Bodies of children found among the victims, Gaza’s civil defense agency says
Blaze engulfs India hotel, leaving many dead
Firefighters battled the blaze for hours, and rescue efforts are ongoing.
US to seize frozen Russian assets for Ukraine
New US legislation paves the way for seizing frozen Russian assets and using them to aid Ukraine.
Iran trims Syria force after Israeli attacks
After a series of Israeli strikes targeting Iranian personnel in Syria, Iran has scaled back its military presence in the south.
EU supports UN’s Gaza hospital mass grave investigation demand
European Union supports UN demand for an independent probe into mass graves at Gaza hospitals destroyed in Israeli sieges.
Germany targets Nigerian ‘romance scam’ ring
German police launched a nationwide takedown of a Nigerian mafia group, Black Axe, accused of a large-scale dating scam.
