Gaza aid pier ready for launch, Pentagon confirms
The US military-built Gaza aid pier, costing $320 million, faces delays due to bad weather but is expected to be operational soon, aiming to enhance humanitarian access amidst ongoing conflict.
Attack on prison van in northern France leaves 2 guards dead
Interior minister deploys hundreds of officers to find fugitive inmate, accomplices
N Ireland court blocks UK’s Rwanda deportation plan
The UK’s controversial policy of deporting asylum seekers to Rwanda faces a new hurdle.
UN sounds alarm over Yemen’s cholera crisis
The UN raises serious concerns about a rapidly worsening cholera outbreak in Yemen, with over 40,000 suspected cases reported.
Brazilian floods death toll climbs to 127
141 reported missing, says authorities
Flash floods claim 300 lives in Afghanistan
Some 2,500-3,000 houses damaged as flood inundates entire villages in some areas
Brazilian flood tragedy: Death toll climbs to 127
141 reported missing, says authorities
UN grants Palestine added rights despite US-Israel discord
Despite US resistance, the UN votes to enhance Palestinian rights, signaling a shift in the diplomatic landscape.
Devastating floods in Afghanistan kill dozens, many missing
The human cost of climate change is felt in Afghanistan as flash floods leave a trail of destruction.
US announces $400m military aid as Russia attacks Ukraine
President Biden authorizes $400 million in military aid for Ukraine as Russia escalates its offensive, providing vital defense capabilities to support Kyiv.
North Africa football stadiums echo pro-Palestinian solidarity
Fans across North Africa use football stadiums to express solidarity for Palestinians facing the Gaza crisis, defying political repression in the region.
Israel’s FM says Turkey lifts many trade restrictions imposed last week
The minister emphasized the importance of not yielding to the threats of a dictator
France seeks reconciliation as Algeria demands justice
While France celebrates victory in World War II, Algeria remembers a dark day of colonial oppression.
EU pulls out of Mali military mission due to political instability
The EU has decided not to renew its military training mission in Mali (EUTM) due to the country’s political turmoil and delayed elections.
Iraqi migrant murders Turkish principal in Istanbul
Iraqi migrant after murdering Oktugan shared a video on his social media account, declaring “I shot him in the head”
US military finishes building of temporary Gaza pier
The US hopes the pier can be used to bring more humanitarian aid into Gaza, where the UN says there is a full-blown famine in the north.
Italy’s Giorgia Meloni inks pacts with Libya leaders on visit
Deals include promoting university exchange programs and research in renewable energy.
Russia’s Lavrov announces new embassy in Sierra Leone
The discussions delve into potential solutions for Sierra Leone’s energy crisis, with nuclear power emerging as a possible option.
Israeli team to Egypt for Gaza cease-fire talks
‘Team will go to Cairo to listen and ask questions as the gaps are wide,’ Israeli official says
China denies hacking allegations by British defense ministry
Sky News had reported Beijing hacked into UK Defense Ministry in cyberattack targeting service personnel
Hamas agrees to truce amid Gaza war, Israel attacks Rafah
In the midst of Gaza war, Hamas agrees to truce as Israel renews evacuation order for Rafah. Follow latest developments here.
Israeli army calls for rapid evacuation of Palestinians in eastern Rafah
Residents urged to temporarily relocate to town of al-Mawasi
UNRWA chief blocked from Gaza entry by Israeli authorities
Israeli authorities have barred the head of UN agency UNRWA from entering Gaza for the second time since the Israel-Hamas war began, citing humanitarian access issues.
Israel shuts down Al Jazeera offices in escalating feud
Israel orders the closure of Al Jazeera’s local offices, escalating tensions amid cease-fire negotiations with Hamas.