Palestine
Arab countries reject Trump's proposal to relocate Palestinians from Gaza to Egypt and Jordan
Arab foreign ministers on February 3 unanimously rejected US President Donald Trump's proposal to relocate Palestinians from Gaza to Egypt and Jordan.
Hamas confirms death of top military commander Mohammed Deif
Hamas has belatedly confirmed for the first time that its senior military commander, Mohammed Deif, was killed in an Israeli airstrike last year in Gaza's Khan Younis area.
Hostage Agam Berger returned to Israel with two other Israelis and five Thai nationals set to be released
IDF soldier and hostage Agam Berger has been released from Hamas captivity in northern Gaza's Jabalya area and transferred to the Red Cross
IDF Chief of Staff resigns over October 7 security failure
IDF Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi has announced his resignation effective March 6, 2025, citing responsibility for the military's failure to prevent the October 7 Hamas attack.
IDF launches major operation in Jenin, four Palestinians killed
Israeli forces launched a large-scale counter-terrorism operation in Jenin on January 21.
Former Jordan official foresees regional challenges under Trump
Former Jordanian foreign minister Marwan Muasher has said the policies of new US President Donald Trump, including his earlier "Deal of the Century" peace plan, pose significant challenges in the Middle East.
The world reacts to Trump 2.0
Donald Trump's return to the White House has drawn sharply contrasting reactions worldwide, with traditional US allies expressing deep concern while rivals and emerging powers show marked optimism, according to a major new survey.
UPDATED: Hamas military leader thanks Iran, vows resistance will continue
Hamas's military wing spokesman Abu Obeida praised the October 7 attacks on Israel as "unprecedented" and thanked Iran for its "continuous support" in a rare public address.
Israeli military seizes large weapons cache in Syrian territory
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) announced on January 15 that they have seized more than 3,300 weapons during operations in Syrian territory, including significant military hardware and missile systems from the defunct Assad regime.
Israel and Hamas reach agreement on hostage deal, Trump confirms
US President-elect Donald Trump confirmed on the evening of January 15 that a hostage deal was reached between Israel and Hamas for hostages who remain captive in Gaza.
Israel and Hamas near hostage deal as mediators report breakthrough
United States and Arab mediators have made significant progress toward brokering a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, with officials saying negotiations are "closer than ever."
Biden imposes chip export controls on Israel in final days
US President Joe Biden has included Israel among countries facing new restrictions on importing advanced graphics processors used in artificial intelligence.
EBRD delivers 26% expansion in investments in 2024, commits record €16.6bn across economies
Lender notes strong momentum in green and gender financing, in parallel with steadfast support for Ukraine and its real economy.
Cost of repairing Syria’s power infrastructure put at $40bn by electricity minister
Production facilities, transmission points, high voltage lines and distribution networks “ruined”, he says.
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Yemen launches missile at Israeli base amid US-UK airstrikes escalation
Houthi armed forces claimed a “successful” ballistic missile strike on Israel's Nevatim air base on December 28 while simultaneously facing renewed US and British airstrikes on the country.
Israel claims responsibility for Hamas leader Haniyeh's July death in Iran
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has publicly claimed responsibility for the July killing of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh in Iran.
Israel's Mossad chief calls for direct Iran strike after missile hits Tel Aviv
Mossad Director David Barnea has recommended Israel launch direct strikes against Iran in response to a Houthi missile attack that hit Tel Aviv
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PODCAST: Emerging Global's Mathew Cohen talks with Ruthie Blum
In a conversation with bne IntelliNews, Ruthie Blum, former advisor to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and current senior contributing editor at the Jewish News Syndicate (JNS), offers unique perspectives on Israel's current challenges.
Iran's Supreme Leader rejects claims of regional proxy forces
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has forcefully rejected assertions that Iran maintains proxy forces in the Middle East.
Israel establishes “winter military positions” in Syrian territory
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has initiated a comprehensive operation to establish long-term military positions inside Syrian territory.