Macron warns any planned West Bank annexation a ‘red line,’ to provoke a European reaction
He spoke as Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas visited Paris one month into a fragile truce between Hamas and Israel, following...
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The Sudanese who told the world what happened in El-Fasher
Port Sudan, Sudan -- "Sixteen killed." "Seven killed." "Thirty-one killed." "People are eating cowhide to survive." "The bombs are getting...
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G7 urges two-state solution to Israel-Palestinian conflict
The latest round of conflict between Israel and Hamas began when the Palestinian fighters launched an unprecedented attack into Israel...
- The leaders said they are committed to a Palestinian state as part of a two-state solution
- The statement from G7 leaders comes as Israel continues to battle Hamas in Gaza
Israel approves new settlement in east Jerusalem: NGO
The Palestinian foreign ministry said on Tuesday that Israel was "taking advantage of international concern over the war in Gaza...
- Half the "new neighborhood" comprising 1,738 housing units will be in the city's annexed east, the Israeli NGO Peace Now said
- According to the Ir Amin anti-settlement NGO, around 300,000 Palestinians and 200,000 Israelis live in east Jerusalem
China slams ‘smearing’ of Belt and Road project after Italy withdraws
Proponents of the BRI praise it for bringing resources and economic growth to the Global South. But critics have long...
- The foreign ministry did not directly comment on Italy's decision to withdraw from Beijing's vast BRI project
- But Wang pointed to the more than 150 participating countries as evidence of it being the "most popular international public product
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US finds war crimes and ethnic cleansing in Sudan war
After months of rising concern and frustration at the failure of talks, Secretary of State Antony Blinken presented findings following...
- Blinken said that both the Sudanese army and the RSF have committed war crimes
- More than 10,000 people have been killed, as per the Armed Conflict Location and Event Data Project
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UK defence minister to visit Middle East to discuss ways to boost Gaza aid
Shapps will also visit Kibbutz Kfar Aza in southern Israel which was attacked by Hamas on October 7 which killed...
- Shapps will also discuss how the UK can support the Palestinian Authority, the recovery of hostages, as well as efforts to prevent further escalation in the Middle East
- Earlier this week Shapps said Britain was considering sending military support vessel RFA Lyme Bay to provide medical and humanitarian aid in the Middle East
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Israel approves ‘minimal’ increase in fuel supply to Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office wrote on X that a "minimal supplement of fuel necessary to prevent a humanitarian...
- Israel said the fuel supply increase was "necessary to avoid a humanitarian collapse"
- UN chief said he feared that public order would "completely break down soon" in Gaza
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Ambitious agreements mark Saudi Crown Prince’s Qatar visit
Doha, Qatar – Following a landmark visit by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud to Qatar,...
- The two countries expressed deep concern about the humanitarian situation in Gaza and the need for a comprehensive and just resolution to the Palestinian question.
- Economic and trade discussions focused on enhancing economic partnerships, diversifying trade, and investing in opportunities within the framework of their transformative visions.
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KSA, Russia plan fertilizer JV, deepen OPEC+ ties
Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to Riyadh underscores the deepening economic and diplomatic relations between the two countries.
- Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to Riyadh underscores the deepening economic and diplomatic relations between the two countries.
- Putin's extended one-on-one dialogue with the Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman covers bilateral and regional topics.
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Palestinians in Gaza living in utter, deepening horror: UN rights chief
"Civilians in Gaza continue to be relentlessly bombarded by Israel and collectively punished -- suffering death, siege, destruction and deprivation...
- The UN official said 1.9 million of the Palestinian enclave's 2.2 million people had been displaced and were being pushed into overcrowded and unhealthy conditions of South Gaza
- The official added he was gravely concerned by "dehumanizing and inciteful statements" made by current and former Israeli officials, as well as Hamas figures
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Russia, UAE boost energy relations, explore new JVs
The two countries strengthen their partnership, discussing the use of Russian equipment in UAE's energy projects during Putin's significant visit...
- Russia and UAE strengthen their partnership, discussing the use of Russian equipment in UAE's energy projects during Putin's significant visit to Abu Dhabi.
- The Russian President praises the UAE's successful hosting of COP28 and the strengthening of cultural and humanitarian connections.
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Khamenei vows Iran will never surrender, warns US of ‘irreparable damage’
Khamenei's speech came six days into the conflict, with US president Donald Trump saying he may or may not intervene...
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Gulf states on Iran’s doorstep scramble for end of war
Doha, Qatar -- As Iran and Israel trade strikes and the US weighs joining in, wealthy Gulf states on the...
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MENA Brief | June 18: Oil calms after Trump’s threat rattles markets; UAE-Iran calls, Riyadh Air signs big Rolls-Royce deal
Oil prices steadied Wednesday after Trump’s demand for Iran’s ‘unconditional surrender’ roiled markets and revived supply fears, as regional diplomacy...
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Iran says hypersonic missiles fired at Israel as Trump demands ‘unconditional surrender’
Despite international alarm, neither side has backed off from the long-range blitz that began Friday, when Israel launched an unprecedented...
- The US president insists Washington has played no part in ally Israel's bombing campaign, but also warned Iran his patience is wearing thin as the conflict enters a sixth day
- Israeli warplanes targeted the Iranian capital before dawn Wednesday after the military issued a warning on social media for civilians in an area known as District 18 to evacuate
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Israeli army kills 53 Palestinians and injures 200 others near Gaza aid site
"Israeli drones fired at the citizens. Some minutes later, Israeli tanks fired several shells at the citizens, which led to...
- Bassal said that four additional people were killed by Israeli fire Tuesday near the southern Gaza city of Rafah.
- In early March, Israel imposed a total aid blockade on the Gaza Strip amid an impasse in truce negotiations, only partially easing restrictions in late May.
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Trump says wants ‘real end’ to Israel-Iran conflict, not ceasefire
Trump said that he wanted a "complete give-up" by Iran in return for peace, without elaborating on the outcome he...
- On Tuesday, long queues stretched outside bakeries and petrol stations as the remaining residents rushed to stock up on fuel and basic supplies.
- Security checkpoints have been set up across Tehran, adding to the atmosphere of tension as authorities monitor movement in and out of key districts.