Here are the latest updates from day 15 of the war in Israel, the West Bank, Lebanon, Iran and the Middle East: ■ U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that the U.S. “executed one of the most powerful bombing raids in the History of the Middle East, and totally obliterated every MILITARY target … Read more
Iran is launching attacks across the Gulf region after the US-Israel operation against the country. Iran has attacked the Gulf Arab states, hitting civilian buildings and energy infrastructure, as well as military bases hosting United States forces in the Gulf. The impact of the US-Israeli strikes on Iran is being felt across the region. What … Read more
Voices from the Arab press: Iran is shaking – but what’s next? The Jerusalem Post What Does the Israel-Iran War Mean for the Middle East? NPR The Arab world thinks differently about this Iran war The Economist Gulf monarchies hold rival Iran close as Israel conflict rages Financial Times Gulf States Caught Off Guard by Speed of Israel’s Iran … Read more
The United Arab Emirates on Monday sentenced three people to death for the murder of an Israeli-Moldovan dual citizen who was killed in November in the Gulf country, state news agency WAM reported. A fourth defendant was sentenced to life in prison in connection with the killing of Zvi Kogan, a representative in the … Read more
Summit follows US President Donald Trump’s beach resort plan. Arab leaders have approved Egypt’s plan for Gaza’s future – including major reconstruction and elections. This follows US President Donald Trump’s proposal to forcibly expel Palestinians and turn Gaza into a US-controlled beach resort. Can the Arab nations’ plan become reality? Presenter: Sami Zeidan Guests: Ori … Read more
Arab leaders convened for an emergency summit in Cairo on Tuesday, facing pressure to come up with something that has proved elusive for decades: a comprehensive Arab vision for Gaza, just as the Israel-Hamas cease-fire is teetering and Israel, buoyed by President Trump’s backing, holds the upper hand. “Arab Summit: Rescue mission,” read a stark … Read more
Hamas’ Message To Arab & Muslim World As Israel Gears Up For Rafah Assault | ‘Banned Weapons…’ Hindustan Times Palestinian Authority spokesman says US cannot ‘remain hostage to Israeli policies’ The Times of Israel Palestine calls on US to force Israel to stop attacks in Gaza Social News XYZ ‘Continuation of Genocide’ – Hamas Calls on ICJ to … Read more
Peace activists have taken part in a protest in Israel’s third-largest city, Haifa, demanding a ceasefire in the war on Gaza and the exchange of captives and prisoners between Hamas and Israel. “This is the first time we are seeing this protest happen in the north,” said Al Jazeera’s Stefanie Dekker, reporting from Haifa on … Read more
Protests in the Middle East reflect public anger at Israel’s bombardment of Gaza. Israel’s relentless bombardment of the besieged Gaza Strip has killed and injured thousands, with entire communities left homeless. Many people in Arab nations are watching in horror, and thousands have taken part in protests across the Middle East to reject Israel’s assault … Read more