Updates: Israel hits more targets in Lebanon as Blinken travels to Middle East to push for truce
Lebanon says four people were killed including a child in the latest Israeli strikes as Tehran says the United States...Geostrategy
Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar killed in Gaza as Iran issues fresh warning over Israeli retaliation
Israel and the US government officials express "relief" at the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. He became the militant...Geostrategy
Al Jazeera journalist killed in Israel strike laid to rest in Gaza
Samer Abu Daqqa's body, bearing his bullet-proof vest and helmet, was carried through a crowd in the city of Khan Yunis...Abu Daqqa was reporting from a school in Khan Yunis when he was hit by a drone strike on Friday, said Al Jazeera television network
His mother Umm Maher Abu Daqqa accused Israel of targeting journalists, "especially those working for Al Jazeera"
UK, Germany call for ‘sustainable ceasefire’ in Gaza
In a joint article written in Sunday Times, UK foreign minister David Cameron and German counterpart Annalena Baerbock said the...The two top diplomats said everything must be done to pave the way to a sustainable peace
The UN General Assembly on Tuesday night overwhelmingly demanded a ceasefire in Gaza
US implores Sudan fighters to halt advance on aid hub
As per UN figures, nearly half a million displaced people have sought refuge in Sudan's Al-Jazirah state, more than 86,000...According to the Armed Conflict Location and Event Data Project, the war has claimed some 12,190 lives
The UN estimates nearly 5.4m people are internally displaced, while about 1.3m have fled abroad
Gaza hospital military ‘activity’ over, says Israel
Israeli forces, according to the Gaza health ministry, fired at "patient rooms" and arrested staff at the Kamal Adwan hospital...The Israeli army said it had "completed its activity in the area of the Kamal Adwan hospital"
Hamas blamed Israeli troops for having carried out a "horrific massacre" inside the hospital
UAE leads humanitarian efforts in Gaza, seeks truce
"The Gulf country will continue its efforts to achieve peace through tangible steps and a roadmap for a two-state solution....The UAE strongly condemns Israel’s collective punishment and displacement policies.
The country remains committed to Palestinian humanitarian aid and medical support.
Moroccan officials questioned in EU graft probe
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - Several Moroccan officials have been questioned as part of a high-profile investigation into alleged bribery by the north...The interviews in Morocco were conducted by local authorities in the presence of Belgian investigators.
The questionings were the first in the country since Brussels launched a sprawling graft probe in 2022.
UAE, Turkey explore ways to enhance bilateral relations
Abu Dhabi, UAE - UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan discussed bilateral ties with Recep Tayyip Erdogan, President...UAE President Al Nahyan and Turkish president Erdogan also exchanged views on various regional and international issues of mutual interest.
The two leaders emphasized the importance of an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, ensuring the protection of civilians .
UK shoots down ‘suspected’ drone attack in Red Sea
London, UK - A UK destroyer has brought down a suspected attack drone in the Red Sea, defense minister Grant Shapps...Britain announced last month that it was sending HMS Diamond, one of its most advanced naval vessels, to the Gulf to shore up its presence in the region.
The deployment followed the outbreak of conflict between Israel and Hamas and the seizure of an Israeli-linked cargo vessel by Iranian-backed Yemeni Houthi rebels
Kuwait, world mourn passing of Emir Sheikh Nawaf; welcome Sheikh Meshal as successor amid challenges
The Gulf country sees a seamless transition of power as Sheikh Meshal ascends to emir following the death of Sheikh...The Gulf country sees a seamless transition of power as Sheikh Meshal ascends to emir following the death of Sheikh Nawaf, amidst global condolences and internal challenges.
Public offices in Kuwait will close for three days, and a 40-day mourning period is declared following Sheikh Nawaf's death, who was hospitalized in November.
Kuwait emir Sheikh Al-Sabah dead at 86, says royal court
"With great sadness and sorrow, we mourn... the death of Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Emir of the State of Kuwait,"..."With great sadness and sorrow, we mourn... the death of Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Emir of the State of Kuwait," said a statement
State television had cut its regular programming and switched to a broadcast of Quranic recital before the announcement.
