Four ejected from Eurovision for pro-Palestine activism during Israeli number Four audience members were expelled from the first Eurovision Song Contest for pro-Palestine action during the Israeli entry. In a …
Microsoft Israel chief leaves after inquiry into use of tech to spy on Palestinians Submitted by MEE staff on Wed, 05/13/2026 - 10:52 Alon Haimovich departs after investigation into use …
Video: Israel passes law to execute Palestinians linked to 7 October attacks The Israeli parliament approved a bill on Tuesday to establish public trials and impose the death penalty on …
Video: Turkey’s Fidan says Israel’s policies becoming ‘global security problem’ Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Tuesday that Israel’s actions are no longer confined to the region but are …
'Cultural genocide': Palestinian musicians urge Eurovision boycott over Israel's inclusion Submitted by Alex MacDonald on Tue, 05/12/2026 - 12:58 Palestinians urge attention for musicians in Gaza as Eurovision semi-finals begin …
Israeli army chief warns reserve forces could 'collapse' amid manpower crisis Israel's military chief has warned lawmakers that the army's reserve forces could face collapse within months unless the government …
Israeli army chief warns reserve forces could 'collapse' amid manpower crisis Submitted by Nadav Rapaport on Tue, 05/12/2026 - 09:53 Opposition figures have intensified criticism of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's …
EU agrees to sanctions on Israeli settlers after Hungary’s new government lifts veto Submitted by MEE staff on Tue, 05/12/2026 - 09:21 Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar broke the deadlock …
Christian Zionism: What it is and how it affects the US and Israel Submitted by Daniel Tester on Fri, 05/08/2026 - 18:18 Supported by Pete Hegseth and Mike Huckabee among …
Israel sent Iron Dome battery and air defence personnel to UAE Israel sent an Iron Dome battery and personnel to operate the air defence system to the United Arab Emirates, …
Saar rejects ‘moral equivalence’ between Israelis and Hamas Israeli foreign minister Gideon Saar said the European Union’s decision to impose sanctions on Israeli settlers accused of violence against Palestinians was …
Israeli parliament passes bill allowing death penalty over 7 October attacks The Israeli Knesset has passed legislation establishing a special military court to prosecute Palestinians accused of involvement in the …
Israel closes case against officers accused of killing Palestinian family: Report Submitted by Mera Aladam on Mon, 05/11/2026 - 14:23 While an investigation into the incident was opened, the undercover …
EU ministers agree on sanctions for Israeli settlers EU foreign ministers have agreed to impose new sanctions against violent Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank. Israel's foreign minister, Gideon …
Israeli forces kill Palestinian man in Qalandiya, West Bank Israeli forces shot and killed a Palestinian man on Monday morning during a raid on Qalandiya refugee camp in the occupied …
War on Iran: Senior royal says Saudi Arabia avoided Israeli plan to 'plunge region into ruin' Submitted by MEE staff on Mon, 05/11/2026 - 11:18 Prince Turki al-Faisal wrote that …
Israeli forces send reinforcements to Qalandiya refugee camp as raid continues The Israeli military has deployed more troops to Qalandiya refugee camp in the occupied West Bank, where a raid …
Israeli soldiers say orders were to kill any man encountered in Gaza Israeli soldiers said the army ordered troops to kill any man they encountered in Gaza during the genocide that …
Iraqi parliament ‘to summon defence minister’ over alleged secret Israeli base Submitted by MEE staff on Sun, 05/10/2026 - 16:18 Reports that a covert desert outpost supported Israeli operations against …
Israeli soldiers say orders were to kill any man encountered in Gaza Submitted by Nadav Rapaport on Sun, 05/10/2026 - 11:07 Troops admitted Palestinian men were shot regardless of age, …
Israeli air strikes kill two Palestinians in Khan Younis Israeli air strikes targeted a police vehicle in the al-Amal neighbourhood of Khan Younis in southern Gaza on Sunday, killing two …
Israeli settlers dig up Palestinian grave and force family to rebury father Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank dug up the grave of 80-year-old Palestinian Hussein Asasa just hours …
Israeli lawmaker pushes bill to scrap Oslo Accords entirely Far-right Israeli lawmaker Limor Son Har-Melech said a bill she is sponsoring to scrap the Oslo Accords would be reviewed on …
Young Palestinian killed in stabbing attack near Jerusalem checkpoint A 22-year-old Palestinian man from East Jerusalem was fatally stabbed in the occupied West Bank, according to Israeli and Palestinian emergency …
Israeli settlers force Palestinian family to exhume father’s body in West Bank Israeli settlers forced a Palestinian family on Friday to exhume their father's body from a cemetery in the occupied West Bank. The settlers …
Israeli settlers force Palestinian family to exhume father’s body in West Bank Submitted by MEE staff on Sat, 05/09/2026 - 13:36 Under military protection, settlers threw stones as a grieving …
Israel allocates $345m for bypass roads in occupied West Bank The National Bureau for Defending Land and Resisting Settlements said Israel has allocated 1bn shekels ($345m) for the construction of …
Israel kills five in Gaza in past day, raising death toll to 72,736 Israeli forces killed at least five Palestinians and wounded 15 others over the past day, according to …
'Integrity costs something': Eurovision winners want Israel out of the contest Submitted by Alex MacDonald on Wed, 05/06/2026 - 14:43 Former champions call for boycott of event over 'catastrophe' in …
UN: 40,000 Palestinians displaced in West Bank since start of 2025 The UN says around 40,000 Palestinians have been internally displaced in the occupied West Bank since the start of …
Israel issues evacuation warnings for nine villages in southern Lebanon The Israeli military issued evacuation warnings for nine villages in southern Lebanon ahead of planned airstrikes targeting Hezbollah positions. Residents …
Israeli officers fatally shoot man following chase in Rahat Two officers from Israel’s Border Police shot and killed a suspect overnight in the southern Bedouin city of Rahat, police said. …
Palestinian agency details new settler attacks across West Bank Palestinian news agency Wafa reported further Israeli raids and settler attacks across the occupied West Bank overnight on Friday. In Beit …
Israeli raids, settler attacks escalate across occupied West Bank The occupied West Bank saw a wave of Israeli military raids, arrests and settler attacks overnight on Friday, according to the …
Israel condemns European criticism over West Bank settler violence Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon, criticised Britain and France after the two countries called on Israel to halt …
Israeli army chief recommends commander who destroyed Gaza university for senior role Submitted by Nadav Rapaport on Fri, 05/08/2026 - 15:50 Barak Hiram, who ordered tank shells to be fired …
Israeli settlers establish new outpost in West Bank Israeli settlers established a new illegal outpost northwest of the town of Bruqin near the occupied West Bank city of Salfit on …
More than half of Lebanon's population depends on aid, EU official says More than half of Lebanon's population depends on humanitarian aid, a European Union official said on Friday, as Israel …
Israeli soldier pictured desecrating Virgin Mary statue in Lebanon The Israeli military has launched an inquiry after a viral video showed one of its soldiers in southern Lebanon desecrating a statue of the Virgin …
Israeli settler attacks leaves three Palestinians suffocated in occupied West Bank Three Palestinians have suffered suffocation after settlers attacked them in Masafer Yatta, according to the Wafa. Local activist Osama …
The curious case of Shay Gal: Israeli arms company distances itself from Turkey critic Submitted by Ragip Soylu on Thu, 05/07/2026 - 12:36 Israel Aerospace Industries said Gal had not …
Israeli army disables rocket-tracking system over Iran intelligence fears The Israeli army Home Front Command is denying access to a security alarm system for fear of Iranian infiltration, causing distress among northern Israeli communities, …
Israeli army disables rocket-tracking system over Iran intelligence fears Submitted by Nadav Rapaport on Thu, 05/07/2026 - 12:07 Civil officials and emergency responders say the move leaves northern Israel 'operationally …
Gaza health ministry reports nine dead in Israeli strikes Israeli strikes have killed at least six people in the Gaza Strip in the past day, the Gaza health ministry said. …
Israeli soldier pictured desecrating Virgin Mary statue in Lebanon Submitted by MEE staff on Thu, 05/07/2026 - 09:58 Military says it will discipline the soldier seen placing a cigarette in …
MSF says Israel has 'manufactured malnutrition crisis' in Gaza Doctors Without Borders on Thursday accused Israel of having deliberately restricted food and aid in Gaza, creating a "manufactured malnutrition crisis" with …
Israeli soldier places cigarette near Virgin Mary statue's mouth in Lebanon A viral image of an Israeli soldier desecrating a Christian statue in southern Lebanon has caused widespread outrage amid …
Hamas calls on US, mediators to stop the escalating Israeli attacks in Gaza In a press statement, Hamas said the latest Israeli attacks waged on Gaza represent a "blatant violation" …
Israeli forces bulldoze farmland near Jenin amid settlement fears Israeli forces have bulldozed agricultural land in the town of Arrabeh, south of Jenin in the occupied West Bank, according to …
Israel unaware of possible US-Iran agreement: Reuters Israeli officials were not aware that US President Donald Trump could be nearing an agreement with Tehran to end the US-Israeli war on …
Israel army chief sees ‘historic opportunity’ to reshape region Israeli army chief of staff Eyal Zamir visited southern Lebanon and said Israeli forces were continuing operations against Hezbollah. In a …
Israel army chief sees ‘historic opportunity’ to reshape region The Israeli army's chief of staff, Eyal Zamir, visited southern Lebanon and said Israeli forces were continuing operations against Hezbollah. In …
Source says Israel was prepping for escalation, unaware of possible US-Iran deal Israel was unaware of a potential deal between US and Iran that would end the war, an Israeli …
Israel uproots thousands of grapevines in Hebron to expand settler road Submitted by Sari Jaradat on Wed, 05/06/2026 - 13:06 Palestinians lament mass bulldozing of vineyards - central to Hebron …
Israel orders evacuations for 12 villages in Lebanon before planned strikes The Israeli military issued evacuation warnings for 12 villages in southern Lebanon ahead of planned air strikes, Times of Israel …
US lawmakers challenge ambiguity over Israel's nuclear capabilities Thirty Democrats in the US House of Representatives have called for greater transparency regarding Israel’s nuclear capabilities, urging the administration of Secretary …
Israel appoints settler who backs annexation to head powerful land authority Submitted by Nadav Rapaport on Tue, 05/05/2026 - 14:46 Yehuda Eliyahu, an ally of Smotrich, takes charge of key …
Google DeepMind staff unionise over Israel and US military ties Submitted by Areeb Ullah on Tue, 05/05/2026 - 13:03 Staff at Google’s AI division launch historic union drive, opposing use …
Spain says Israel has no evidence against detained Gaza activists Spain says there is "no evidence" to support Israel's accusations against abducted Gaza flotilla activists. Israeli authorities accuses Saif Abu Keshek …
How Lebanon's leaders are enabling Israel's war on their own country Submitted by Amal Saad on Fri, 05/01/2026 - 14:53 By adopting a US State Department memo and entering asymmetrical …
Israel and US coordinating new strikes on Iran: report Israel and the US are coordinating a potential new round of strikes on Iran. According to a report by CNN, the …
Israel raises alert level, officials say awaiting US ‘green light’ to resume war Israeli Broadcasting Corporation reported that Israel has raised its alert level following regional escalation after reported missile …
Israel seizes nearly 60 percent of Gaza as it plans to resume war, report says Israel has expanded its control of the Gaza Strip to nearly 60 percent of the …
Israel extends detention of 'tortured' Gaza flotilla activists Submitted by MEE staff on Sun, 05/03/2026 - 15:55 Saif Abu Keshek and Thiago Avila of the Global Sumud Flotilla were both …
Catholic charity condemns Israel for Lebanon convent attack A Catholic charity has condemned Israel after its forces destroyed a convent in southern Lebanon, in what it said is a deliberate attack on a …
Israel approves plan to buy F-35 and F-15I aircraft from US Israel gave final approval for a plan to purchase two new combat squadrons of F-35 and F-15Ia aircraft from …
US to supply Israel with precision weapon kits, report says The Israeli newspaper Haaretz reported that the United States will supply Israel with about 10,000 advanced precision weapon kits worth …
Greta Thunberg says activists are being tortured in Israel Human rights activist Greta Thunberg has condemned Israel’s illegal interception of more than 20 civilian vessels from the Global Flotilla in …
'Aparthied Israel': UN rapporteur calls for release of Gaza flotilla activists UN special rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territory, Francesca Albanese, condemned Israel over the interception of the Gaza-bound Global …
Israel accused of destroying Christian convent in Lebanon in latest attack on Christians Submitted by Elis Gjevori on Sat, 05/02/2026 - 21:23 Church leaders warn of growing pattern of Israeli …
Turkish activist slams Israel’s illegal interception of Gaza aid flotilla, calls it ‘piracy’ Turkish activist Suayb Ordu says Israeli forces “kidnapped” Global Sumud Flotilla activists in international waters, calling it …
Canada police expand case over protest at event platforming Israeli soldiers Police in Toronto said four people face additional charges after a protest against a speaking event featuring Israeli soldiers who …
China questions ceasefire as Israel continues bombardment in Lebanon China’s envoy to the United Nations, Fu Cong, said there is no genuine ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, describing the situation …
Israeli forces conduct raids and seize land in occupied West Bank Israeli forces raided Burqa village, near Ramallah, in the occupied West Bank, according to Wafa news agency. Per the …
The West’s bubble of illusion about Israel - and about itself – is finally being burst Submitted by Jonathan Cook on Thu, 04/30/2026 - 14:09 The genocide in Gaza and …
Israel 'sent advanced laser defence system to UAE' during Iran war Israel supplied the United Arab Emirates with a laser defence system and other advanced weapons during the war on Iran, the Financial …
Israel 'sent advanced laser defence system to UAE' during Iran war Submitted by MEE staff on Fri, 05/01/2026 - 10:43 FT reports sophisticated weapons were sent to Abu Dhabi, including …
By failing to sanction Israel, the EU has confirmed once again its global irrelevance Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the global order is endangered by increasing geopolitical chaos. …
Israel to pour $730m into propaganda arm amid reputational crisis Submitted by Elis Gjevori on Fri, 05/01/2026 - 09:04 Global support for Israel drops sharply as criticism mounts over genocide, …
Israeli attack in Nabatiyeh kills two, wounds several others The state-owned National News Agency (NNA) reported that an Israeli attack in Nabatiyeh al-Faouqa, southern Lebanon, resulted in the killing of two and …
Turkish activist describes Israeli navy's raid of Gaza-bound flotilla as 'unlawful' A Turkish activist aboard a Gaza-bound aid flotilla has described the Israeli navy's raid in international waters as “unlawful” …
Israel receives 6,500 tons of US ammunition and military equipment Israel received 6,500 tons of American ammunition and military equipment in the last 24 hours, the Israeli Ministry of Defense …
US condemns ‘counterproductive’ Gaza aid flotilla seized by Israel The US has strongly condemned the “Gaza flotilla” of ships carrying humanitarian aid to the occupied enclave, calling it a “stunt” …
Israel says abducted Gaza-bound aid flotilla activists will be taken to Greece Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar said on Thursday that activists on board the aid vessels bound for Gaza …
Israeli defence minister warns Israel may have to ‘act again’ against Iran ‘threat’ Israel’s defence minister Israel Katz said on Thursday that it was “possible” that his country “may soon …
France top arms exporter to Israel in 2024, according to EU data Submitted by MEE staff on Thu, 04/30/2026 - 13:53 France was key supporter of Israel in 2024 even …
Israel’s top Jewish religious body 'refuses to condemn' smashing of Jesus statue Submitted by Nadav Rapaport on Thu, 04/30/2026 - 14:27 Army sought statement denouncing incident as contrary to Jewish …
Telegraph and Politico owner says journalists must support Israel or resign The owner of the Telegraph and Politico has said the outlets' journalists must back Israel or resign, prompting accusations that the newsroom’s independence is …
'Next Iran'?: Turkey accelerates 60,000-tonne aircraft carrier amid Israel tensions Submitted by Ragip Soylu on Wed, 04/29/2026 - 22:02 As Israel likens Turkey to Iran and deepens ties with Greece …
When the US and Israel bombed Tehran, I did not flee. Here’s why Submitted by Ghazal Tanhaei on Tue, 04/28/2026 - 13:33 Iranians have a deep connection to their soil …
'Piracy': Israel raids Gaza-bound aid flotilla off Greek coast Israeli naval forces raided Gaza-bound aid vessels in international waters hundreds of nautical miles from the besieged enclave late on Wednesday. According …
Telegraph and Politico owner says journalists must support Israel or resign Submitted by Elis Gjevori on Thu, 04/30/2026 - 08:34 Mathias Dopfner has been accused of editorial interference by journalists …
By failing to sanction Israel, the EU has confirmed once again its global irrelevance Submitted by Marco Carnelos on Tue, 04/28/2026 - 08:45 By wilfully ignoring blatant US-Israeli acts of …
Israel says 175 activists arrested onboard Gaza-bound flotilla Israel's foreign ministry said troops arrested around 175 activists onboard 20 ships bound for Gaza. "Approximately 175 activists from more than 20 boats... …
Gaza-bound flotilla says hundreds stranded at sea following Israeli interception The Global Sumud Flotilla indicated in a post on X that hundreds of participants are stranded onboard "powerless, broken" vessels as a …
Ultra-Orthodox protests over draft law spread across Israel Ultra-Orthodox Jews have staged protests across Israel against military conscription, with police using stun grenades to disperse demonstrations in Jerusalem. The issue …
Britain created the template for Israel's occupation. It must own up to its crimes in Palestine Submitted by Tahir Ali on Tue, 04/28/2026 - 16:18 From collective punishment to coercive …
Slovenia broadcaster to skip Eurovision over Israel participation RTV Slovenia will not air the Eurovision Song Contest this year after previously withdrawing from the event over Israel’s participation, TRT reported. …
Video: Netanyahu says Israel destroyed ‘massive’ tunnel in Lebanon In a video statement, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Israel has destroyed a “massive” tunnel in Lebanon, claiming that Israeli …
'Funding war crimes': HRW accuses Israel over Syria's Golan settlement plan Human Rights Watch accused Israel of funding war crimes in the occupied Golan Heights, citing a government-approved plan worth $334m …
Tehran calls on UN Security Council to act against Israel Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations, Amir-Saeid Iravani, called on the United Nations Security Council to “act decisively to compel …
UK ambassador to US says only special relationship US has is 'probably' with Israel Submitted by Imran Mulla on Tue, 04/28/2026 - 16:20 Christian Turner's remarks in a leaked audio …
‘We were left alone’: Along Israel's ‘Yellow Line’, Lebanese feel abandoned by the state On the seafront in Sour, a major coastal city in southern Lebanon, the scene repeats itself every …
‘We were left alone’: Along Israel's ‘Yellow Line’, Lebanese feel abandoned by the state Submitted by Laurent Perpigna Iban on Tue, 04/28/2026 - 09:38 In the villages closest to occupied …
Israel orders Lebanese to flee over a dozen towns and villages Israel's military issued an urgent warning on Tuesday to residents in more than a dozen villages and towns in …
Israel's policy of endless war is fuelled by the crisis of Zionism Submitted by Andrew Hammond on Thu, 04/23/2026 - 14:21 Driven by insecurity, Israel has become a chaos agent, …
Germany's Merz 'disillusioned' with US and Israel over Iran German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Monday evening that he had become "disillusioned" with the US and Israel over the war …
Israeli press review: Teens murder of pizzeria worker sparks lawlessness fears Submitted by Nadav Rapaport on Mon, 04/27/2026 - 15:10 Meanwhile, a sharp rise in suicide among soldiers and police …
Former Israeli PMs Bennett and Lapid merge parties ahead of elections Submitted by Mera Aladam on Mon, 04/27/2026 - 11:26 Named the Beyahad party - or ‘Together’ in Hebrew - …
Video: Student shuts down Israeli soldier event at Rutgers University An event at Rutgers University featuring an Israeli soldier was disrupted when a Jewish student stood up and openly condemned …
Israel threatens residents in south Lebanon in leaflets dropped over Sour The Israeli army dropped leaflets over Mansouri village in the Sour district of southern Lebanon, warning civilians not to …
Araghchi holds calls with Egypt and Turkey on diplomacy Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, held separate calls with Badr Abdelatty and Hakan Fidan to discuss diplomacy, ceasefire efforts and regional …
Israel says military killed three Hamas fighters The Israeli military said it killed three fighters from Hamas, including a commander it said had infiltrated Israel during the 7 October 2023 …
What levers can Turkey use against Israel if their war of words escalates? The war of words between Turkey and Israel has intensified in recent weeks, exposing a deepening rift between the two regional …
What levers can Turkey use against Israel if their war of words escalates? Submitted by Ragip Soylu on Sat, 04/25/2026 - 11:30 Ankara could hinder the flow of Azeri oil …
Israel threatens residents against returning to south Lebanon The Israeli army has once again threatened Lebanese residents against returning to their homes in southern Lebanon. Army spokesperson Avichay Adraee said …
Tehran denounces Israeli remarks on targeting leadership Iran’s parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf condemned remarks by Israeli defence minister Israel Katz about potential action against Iran’s leadership, warning that Iranian …
Aoun says Lebanon won’t be used as bargaining chip Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said Lebanon will not be used as a bargaining chip in regional conflicts, stressing that any negotiations …
Israel charges F-15 fighter jet technicians with spying for Iran, report says Two Israeli Air Force technicians working on F-15 fighter jets have been charged with spying for Iran, according …
Activists break into Leicester factory owned by Israeli firm Elbit Systems Submitted by MEE staff on Fri, 04/24/2026 - 15:52 'People Against Genocide' members abseil through roof of UAV Tactical …
Israeli police cut Palestinian flag from lecturer's kippah after detaining him Submitted by Nadav Rapaport on Fri, 04/24/2026 - 12:43 Lecturer says incident highlights growing crackdown on Palestinian symbols in …
Israeli settlers cross into Syria and Lebanon calling for new settlements Groups of Israeli settlers crossed into Syria and Lebanon this week, calling for the establishment of settlements in areas currently occupied …
Israeli settlers cross into Syria and Lebanon calling for new settlements Submitted by Nadav Rapaport on Fri, 04/24/2026 - 11:16 Dozens briefly enter southern Syria and Lebanon, urging expansion of …
UK closes government unit tracking Israel's potential international law breaches Submitted by Imran Mulla on Fri, 04/24/2026 - 10:22 Closure follows Labour government's decision to cut the overseas aid budget …
Ceasefire with Lebanon 'not 100 percent', Israel’s ambassador to the UN says Israel’s ambassador to the UN said that the ceasefire situation with Lebanon was "not 100 percent" following US President …
Israel charges two air force soldiers over alleged Iran espionage Israel has charged two air force personnel with allegedly working for Iranian intelligence, according to a joint statement from the …
Exclusive: UK's Aviva Investors bought $108m of Israeli government bonds in January sale Submitted by Sebastian Shehadi on Thu, 04/23/2026 - 12:51 Insurance giant's asset management arm was among biggest …
Lebanese PM says no deal with Israel without troop withdrawal Lebanon's prime minister has warned there will be no agreement between his country and Israel unless the latter withdraws its …
Israel at 78 still believes it can live by the sword alone. A reckoning is due Submitted by Gideon Levy on Tue, 04/21/2026 - 09:52 On the country's Independence Day, …
Israel at 78 still believes it can live by the sword alone. A reckoning is due Submitted by Gideon Levy on Tue, 04/21/2026 - 09:52 On the country's Independence Day, …
Israel signs major $200m deal with Elbit Systems Israel’s Ministry of Defence signed a major deal to purchase new aerial munitions worth $200m from Israeli defence firm Elbit Systems. Defence Minister …
CPJ 'outraged' over Israeli targeting of Lebanese journalists The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has slammed Israel for its attack on Lebanese journalists Amal Khalil and Zeinab Faraj in southern Lebanon. The …
Israeli attacks on journalists constitute 'war crimes', Lebanese Prime Minister says Lebanon’s Prime Minister has slammed Israel’s targeting of journalists, describing them as a systematic pattern of attacks in southern Lebanon. …
US embassy urges citizens to leave Lebanon amid security risks The US embassy in Beirut has renewed a security alert, urging American citizens to depart while commercial flights remain available. …
French soldier dies of wounds after attack on UN force in Lebanon President Emmanuel Macron said that a second French soldier had died following an attack on UN peacekeepers in …
Lebanon says over 62,000 homes damaged or destroyed in Israeli attacks Israeli strikes on Lebanon have damaged or destroyed more than 62,000 housing units, according to a government estimate. Officials …
When the map turns red: Inside the lives upended by Israel’s expulsion orders Phones started pinging, and maps circulated quickly across WhatsApp groups: red marking buildings, streets, and sometimes entire …
Lebanon 'to request one-month truce extension' during Israel meeting Lebanon will request a one-month extension of the ceasefire during its meeting with Israel in Washington on Thursday, a Lebanese official …
When the map turns red: Inside the lives upended by Israel’s expulsion orders Submitted by Zaynab Mayladan on Tue, 04/21/2026 - 10:00 In Lebanon, people are expelled from their homes, …
Iran executes civil defence official convicted of spying for Israel Iran has executed a senior civil defence official convicted of spying for Mossad, according to Mizan News Agency. The report …
Piers Morgan challenges Israel’s ‘most moral army’ claim British broadcaster Piers Morgan says that the claim that the Israeli military is the “most moral army in the world” is increasingly …
Rights groups say EU ‘enabling’ Israel after trade deal decision Human rights experts, including Erika Guevara Rosas of Amnesty International, said the European Union is “knowingly enabling” Israel’s alleged violations …
Trump says recovering Iran uranium 'will be a long and difficult process' US President Donald Trump said late Monday the United States obtaining uranium from Iran would be "long" and "difficult" in …
Trump criticizes US media over coverage of Iran war The US President Donald Trump called major news outlets in the country "The Anti-America Fake News Media", and accused them of …
Trump attacks US media over Iran war coverage US President Donald Trump criticised CNN and other media outlets over their coverage of US strikes on Iran, saying reports fail to …
Gaps over Iran's nuclear work remain, missile programme not negotiable with US, senior Iranian source says Differences over Iran's nuclear programme still remain, a senior Iranian source told Reuters on Monday, as Iran and …
China voices concern over US seizure of Iranian cargo ship China has expressed concern over the "forced interception" by the US of an Iranian-flagged cargo ship, a Chinese foreign ministry …
Oil jumps over 4 percent after US seizes Iranian ship Crude oil prices rose more than 4 percent after the United States seized an Iranian vessel and uncertainty persisted over a …
French commercial vessel in Strait of Hormuz fired at, says report Ship damaged after warning shots in key waterway A vessel operated by CMA CGM was subjected to “warning shots” …
Iran turns back two tankers attempting to cross Strait of Hormuz Iran’s armed forces turned back two tankers attempting to transit the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday after issuing warnings, …
IRGC says Hormuz 'fully closed' until US lifts blockade on Iranian ports The navy of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said it has extended the closure of the Strait of …
Israel’s UN ambassador questions France, China, Pakistan envoys on Hormuz Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon, said he questioned diplomats during a UN General Assembly session about whether payments …
UAE minister labels Hormuz closure ‘economic terrorism’ A United Arab Emirates minister called for the “complete and unconditional reopening” of the Strait of Hormuz and condemned its closure as “economic …
Hormuz closure deepens fuel crisis in South Asia The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has worsened a fuel crisis in Bangladesh, which imports most of its energy needs, Reuters …
Iran to prioritise ships paying 'costs of security' in Strait of Hormuz Iran will prioritise vessels that pay fees to cross the Strait of Hormuz, a senior Iranian official told …
India protests after ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz India has raised alarm after two of its oil tankers came under fire while attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz, …
Iran signals re-closure of Hormuz as it rejects uranium transfer abroad Iran has denied US claims that it agreed to transfer its enriched uranium abroad and threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz …
Iran tells ships on radio that Strait of Hormuz 'is shut again' Some merchant vessels have received a radio message from Iran's navy that the Strait of Hormuz is shut again …
Iran signals re-closure of Hormuz as it rejects uranium transfer abroad Submitted by MEE staff on Sat, 04/18/2026 - 10:52 Ships approaching the waterway on Saturday turn back after Iran's …
Gas carriers, chemical tankers among vessel convoy crossing Hormuz A convoy of tankers was seen departing the Gulf and transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, according to vessel-tracking data. …
First cruise ship transits Strait of Hormuz since war began A cruise liner has sailed through the Strait of Hormuz, becoming the first passenger vessel to make the crossing since …
Hormuz open only under ceasefire conditions, Iran says A spokesperson for Iran’s Defence Ministry said the Strait of Hormuz is “only open under ceasefire conditions and conditionally,” according to Fars …
At least 10 vessels reverse course near Hormuz, report says Several ships approaching the Strait of Hormuz from the Arabian Gulf later turned back, The New York Times reported, quoting …
UK prime minister announces UK and France-led international mission in Hormuz United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a new British and French-led international mission in the Strait of Hormuz, …
Iran to require IRGC permission for vessels passing through Strait of Hormuz Iran will require all vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz to obtain IRGC permission, according to an …
Iran says Strait of Hormuz reopened after Lebanon ceasefire Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced that the Strait of Hormuz will remain completely open throughout the period of the ceasefire …
Pakistan-flagged tanker first crude carrier to exit Hormuz with cargo since US curb A Pakistan-flagged tanker has become the first crude carrier to exit through the Strait of Hormuz with …
Europe has capacity to clear mines in Hormuz Strait, French Defence Minister says French Defence Minister said on Friday that European countries, such as Belgium, the Netherlands and France, have …
War on Iran 'can be over very soon', Trump says US President Donald Trump now says his joint war with Israel on Iran may be ending soon, as the US …
US says destroyer turned back Iranian cargo vessel under Hormuz blockade US Central Command said the guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance forced an Iranian-flagged cargo ship to turn back under the …
Qatar emir, Trump discuss Hormuz tensions and regional escalation Qatar's emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, received a phone call from US President Donald Trump to discuss the latest …
US claims no vessels moved through under Hormuz blockade US Central Command said no ships have entered or exited Iranian ports in the 48 hours since it began enforcing a …
Trump: Xi will give me a 'big, fat, hug' for opening Strait of Hormuz In a post on his Truth Social platform on Wednesday, US President Donald Trump said China …
Trump says he asked China's Xi not to give Iran weapons US President Donald Trump has told Fox Business Network that he wrote a letter to Chinese President Xi Jinping …
Trump's mocking of the Pope reveals a clash of moral universes Submitted by Soumaya Ghannoushi on Tue, 04/14/2026 - 14:24 In Trump's worldview, war can be sanctified and violence becomes …
Trump clashes with Pope Leo again, says Iran must not get nuclear bomb US President Donald Trump said Iran must not be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon, addressing Pope …
Vance says Trump seeking ‘grand bargain’ with Iran US Vice President JD Vance said President Donald Trump is seeking to make a “grand bargain” that would reset ties if Tehran …
Qatar says focus should be on ending fighting, not Strait of Hormuz Qatar has urged efforts to prioritise ending the fighting rather than rushing to resolve tensions around the Strait …
Australia ‘deeply invested’ in Hormuz access, defence minister says Australia backs open Hormuz, stops short of supporting blockade Australia’s Defence Minister Richard Marles said Canberra is “deeply invested” in keeping …
Sanctioned Chinese tanker transits Hormuz despite US blockade A Chinese tanker sanctioned by the United States has passed through the Strait of Hormuz despite a US naval blockade, according to …
Video: Trump says he isn't 'a big fan' of Pope Leo Speaking to reporters on Sunday, US President Donald Trump said he wasn’t “a big fan” of Pope Leo, accusing …
Iran denies charging toll for Indian tankers transiting Strait of Hormuz Indian tankers that have transited through the Strait of Hormuz did not pay tolls to Iran, Tehran’s ambassador to New …
UK and France plan naval mission over Strait of Hormuz The UK and France will co-host talks this week aimed at restoring what they claim will be safe passage through …
Shipping halts in Hormuz after US blockade announcement Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has “immediately halted” following the US announcement of a naval blockade, according to maritime intelligence firm …
'Leo should get his act together': Trump attacks Pope over Iran comments US President Donald Trump criticised Pope Leo XIV after the pontiff called for an end to the war …
Trump says he ‘doesn’t care’ if Iran returns to talks US President Donald Trump said he is unconcerned about whether Iran returns to negotiations, telling reporters, “I don’t care …
US Senator says Trump’s Iran policy fuelling inflation US Democratic Senator Patty Murray criticised President Donald Trump’s policies on Iran, saying they are contributing to rising inflation in the United States. …
Trump threatens China with 'staggering' tariffs if it helps Iran US President Donald Trump has threatened China with "staggering" new tariffs if the country provides military assistance to Iran. "If …
Trump says points agreed to in talks 'don't matter' due to Iran's 'nuclear ambitions' Donald Trump has released another post on his Truth Social platform saying Iran is "UNWILLING TO …
Iran delegation leaves Pakistan after failed US talks Iran’s negotiating delegation has departed Pakistan following the conclusion of talks with the United States that ended without an agreement, according to …
Video: No breakthrough after 21 hours of Iran nuclear talks, says Vance JD Vance said negotiations with Iran ended without progress after more than 21 hours of talks, stating the …
Pakistan urges US and Iran to uphold ceasefire, continue talks Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar urged the United States and Iran to maintain their commitment to the ceasefire and …
Vance says US seeks firm Iranian pledge on nuclear program US Vice President JD Vance said Washington is seeking an “affirmative commitment” from Iran that it will not pursue a …
Macron tells Iranian president ceasefire must be ‘fully respected’ and include Lebanon French President Emmanuel Macron said he had spoken with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and stressed the importance of …
Iranian president says delegation ‘a staunch guardian of Iran’s interests’ Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has expressed support for the Iranian delegation currently beginning negotiations with the US in Islamabad, writing …
US and Iran hold direct talks in Pakistan to end war Senior US and Iranian officials met on Saturday in the Pakistani capital for the highest-level talks between Washington and Tehran in 50 years, as they …
US and Iran hold direct talks in Pakistan to end war Submitted by MEE staff on Sat, 04/11/2026 - 15:34 As talks began - the first since 1979 - conflicting …
Can a lasting deal emerge from the Islamabad talks? "US President Donald Trump is now assessing whether Iran is prepared to unblock the Strait of Hormuz, restore oil flows, and …
Israeli strikes kill 1,953 in Lebanon, health ministry says Israeli strikes have killed at least 1,953 people and wounded 6,303 others in Lebanon since 2 March, the country’s health ministry …
South Korean President clashes with Israel over 'despicable' video South Korean President Lee Jae Myung clashed with Israel’s foreign ministry after it criticised a social media post in which he shared …
Israeli strike kills six Palestinians at Gaza checkpoint, medics say An Israeli air strike hit a police checkpoint in Bureij camp in central Gaza early Saturday, killing at least six …
Israeli military: Lebanon fired 30 rockets, reservist seriously injured Israeli Army Radio reported that 30 rockets had been fired towards northern Israel from Lebanon since this morning. The Israeli military also …
Iranian parliament speaker says no talks until Lebanon ceasefire and assets released Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the speaker of the Iranian parliament, said Iran will not engage in peace negotiations with …
Israel expels Spanish representatives from Gaza humanitarian relief centre Israel said it has expelled Spanish representatives from the Civil-Military Coordination Center (CMCC) in Kiryat Gat, tasked with overseeing the delivery …
Fourteen more killed by Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon Lebanese media reported that eight members of the country’s security forces were killed in an Israeli air strike on the southern …
British drone flew over Lebanon hours before and after Israeli massacre A British drone flew over Lebanon and circled near Baalbek on Wednesday, the day Israel hit Lebanon with a wave of strikes that killed more than 300 …
Pakistan's defence minister calls Israel 'curse for humanity' in deleted post Pakistan's defence minister, Khawaja Asif, called Israel "evil" and a "curse for humanity" in an X post on Thursday, just hours before US and …
British drone flew over Lebanon hours before and after Israeli massacre Submitted by Imran Mulla on Fri, 04/10/2026 - 10:55 The MQ-9B Protector circled near Baalbek before Israeli bombing killed …
Dressed for school, returned in a shroud: Israeli forces kill Palestinian girl in class Submitted by Maha Hussaini on Fri, 04/10/2026 - 12:57 The nine-year-old was solving a maths problem …
Pakistan's defence minister calls Israel 'curse for humanity' in deleted post Submitted by Daniel Tester on Fri, 04/10/2026 - 11:59 Pakistan is set to mediate talks between the US and …
Israeli strikes kill over 300 people since yesterday Israeli strikes have killed at least 303 people and injured 1,150 others since yesterday in Lebanon, Wafa news agency reported, citing the …
World Food Programme warns Lebanon facing food security crisis due to Iran war Lebanon is facing a food security crisis as the Iran war disrupts supplies of goods inside the country, the …
France and Pakistan condemn ‘Lebanon ceasefire violations’ Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot have “expressed concern over serious ceasefire violations made …
Israeli air strike kills one in southern Lebanon An Israeli air strike on the town of Hanawya in the south killed one person and injured another, according to Lebanon’s National News …
Israeli army hits residential areas in southern Lebanon The Israeli army struck residential areas in the town of Ayta ash Shab in southern Lebanon, local reports say. Meanwhile, the Israeli …
Lebanese man describes the loss of his family in Israeli attacks A Lebanese man from Tyre described the moment he returned home to find his family killed in an Israeli …
Top EU diplomat calls for urgent cessation of hostilities in Lebanon The European Union's top diplomat, Kaja Kallas, on Thursday called for an urgent cessation of hostilities in Lebanon and …
The Lebanese civilians killed in Israel's massacre Submitted by Alex MacDonald on Thu, 04/09/2026 - 10:04 A doctor, journalists and students are among the hundreds killed in the heaviest single …
Israeli military attacks town on Lebanon’s southern border Israeli troops are attempting to besiege the town of Bint Jbeil, which is about 5km from the southern border with Israel, according …
Russia condemns Israeli attack on Lebanon, calls for immediate ceasefire Russia’s foreign ministry has strongly condemned the Israeli strikes on Lebanon that took place on Wednesday and called for an …
Israel orders Lebanese in south Beirut to flee ahead of possible attack The Israeli military has issued an evacuation warning for Beirut’s southern suburbs ahead of possible strikes in the …
Lebanon calls for direct talks with Israel The Lebanese government is calling for direct talks with Israel, according to Al Jazeera correspondents on the ground in Lebanon. The move comes …
Lebanon is 'inseparable part' of ceasefire: Iran parliament speaker Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said that Lebanon is “an inseparable part of the ceasefire” between the US and Iran …
Israeli cabinet 'secretly approves record number' of new West Bank settlements Submitted by Fleur Hargreaves on Thu, 04/09/2026 - 11:37 Report on i24NEWS reveals new settlements were approved during war …
Iranian president says Israeli strikes violate US ceasefire deal Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian said that Israeli strikes on Lebanon would violate the ceasefire agreement and render negotiations with the US …
Lebanese government bans non-state weapons in Beirut Lebanon's cabinet on Thursday instructed security forces to restrict weapons in the capital, Beirut, exclusively to state institutions. It comes a day after …
Israeli military kills young man and child in Gaza The Israeli military shot and killed a young man and a child in Gaza on Thursday, Wafa news agency reported. The agency said the young …
Israeli military says it killed nephew of Hezbollah chief in Beirut Israel's military said on Thursday that it killed Ali Yusuf Harshi, the nephew and close adviser of Hezbollah chief …
Israeli forces kill Palestinian man near Tubas A young Palestinian man was killed by Israeli forces late on Tuesday near the village of Tayasir, east of Tubas in the occupied …
Israeli strikes kill seven in southern Lebanon Israeli strikes killed seven people and wounded others in the town of Abbasiya in Tyre, southern Lebanon, on Thursday, the National News Agency …
French minister condemns Israeli blitz on Lebanon, says it undermines truce efforts French Foreign Minister strongly condemned Israeli strikes on Lebanon, describing them as "intolerable". Jean-Noel Barrot said on France …
UK Foreign Minister says Israeli assault on Lebanon 'deeply damaging' British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper described Israel's attacks across Lebanon on Wednesday as "deeply damaging", stressing a need for resolution …
Israel renews attacks on southern Lebanon Israel is launching air strikes on southern Lebanon, Al Jazeera reports. This follows a series of Israeli attacks across the country, in what news …
Trump threatens Iran with 'bigger and better' attacks if no deal reached US President Donald Trump said on Truth Social that American military will remain deployed near Iran until a …
UN chief says Israeli attacks on Lebanon pose 'grave risk' to truce efforts The United Nations secretary-general warned that Israel's ongoing assault on Lebanon "poses a grave risk" to the …
JD Vance says US 'never made that promise' on Lebanon ceasefire US Vice President JD Vance indicated that Washington never gave Iran assurances that the ceasefire would include Lebanon, adding …
Syria condemns Israeli assault on Lebanon Syria’s Foreign Ministry said in a statement that it condemns Israeli aggression against "sisterly" Lebanon, calling for an immediate ceasefire. In a post on …
Hezbollah claims attacks on Israel in response to 'ceasefire violations' Hezbollah said it fired rockets toward northern Israel in response to "ceasefire violations" committed by the Israeli army. On Wednesday, …
Sirens sound in Israel after launch detected from Lebanon Alarms blared in northern Israel after a launch was detected from Lebanon, Israeli media report. This came after the Israeli military carried …
Iran vows to ‘punish’ Israel over Lebanon strikes and ceasefire breach A senior Iranian official told Al Jazeera that Tehran will “punish Israel” over what it described as violations of …
Trump threatens 50% tariffs on countries supplying Iran with weapons US President Donald Trump said countries supplying Iran with military equipment will face immediate 50 percent tariffs on all goods …
Iranian official threatens to 'punish' Israel for Lebanon attacks A senior official in Iran has threatened to "punish" Israel in response to its latest attacks on Lebanon and a "violation …
Three Thai crew killed in Hormuz attack as ships remain stranded Three crew members aboard a Thai-flagged vessel attacked in the Strait of Hormuz last month have died, Thailand’s foreign …
Italy rules out Hormuz naval deployment without UN mandate Italy has ruled out sending naval vessels to the Strait of Hormuz following the ceasefire between the United States and Iran …
Shipping remains halted in Hormuz despite Iran-US ceasefire Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted despite the ceasefire between the United States and Iran, with companies holding back operations …
Trump announces US pause on Iran strikes for two weeks US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said he has agreed “to suspend the bombing" and attacks on Iran for a period …
Trump announces US pause on Iran strikes for two weeks Submitted by MEE staff on Wed, 04/08/2026 - 02:00 Says “double-sided ceasefire” tied to Hormuz reopening as US-Iran talks set …
Situation on Kharg Island 'under control' following US strikes: Report The situation on Iran's Kharg island is "under control" and no damage to infrastructure has been found, according to Iran's …
Iran will plunge Middle East into 'darkness' if Trump escalates war A senior Iranian source told Reuters they were prepared to plunge the Middle East into darkness as "the US …
Trump tells Iran: 'A whole civilization will die tonight' Submitted by MEE staff on Tue, 04/07/2026 - 13:19 US president ramps up threats in attempt to force Tehran to strike …
Oil hovers near $110 as Trump deadline on Hormuz looms Oil prices hovered around $110 a barrel on Tuesday as a deadline set by US President Donald Trump for Iran …
Draft resolution on Hormuz revised ahead of vote The UN Security Council has scheduled a vote for Tuesday on a draft resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, after …
Global stocks slip, oil climbs above $110 amid Hormuz uncertainty Global stocks struggled while oil prices climbed as investors reacted to rising tensions ahead of President Donald Trump’s deadline for Iran …
Iran issues ceasefire demands, including protocol for Hormuz and lifting of sanctions Iran has delivered a list of demands in response to the Pakistan-mediated peace proposal to end the war …
Iran says it let a Malaysian ship pass through Strait of Hormuz The Iranian embassy in Malaysia has said that its first ship has been permitted to transit through the …
Iran rejects deadlines, any immediate move to reopen the Strait of Hormuz Tehran has rejected any immediate move to reopen the Strait of Hormuz despite the US deadline fast approaching. Meanwhile, …
US lawmakers condemn Trump's threats, warn of legal risks in Iran conflict Several Democratic senators sharply criticised President Donald Trump’s latest threats on Iran, warning they could amount to war …
Iran warns wider shipping lanes at risk beyond Hormuz A senior adviser to Iran’s supreme leader warned that key global shipping routes beyond the Strait of Hormuz could be at …
Iran’s first vice president slams Trump for lack of healthcare funding in US Iran’s first vice president slammed US President Donald Trump over recent remarks about a lack of funding …
Trump says 'good chance' of deal with Iran, but he will 'blow up' everything if not US President Donald Trump told a Fox News journalist that he believes there is …
Trump warns 'crazy bastards' in Iran to open the 'fuckin' strait' in Truth Social rant Submitted by Alex MacDonald on Sun, 04/05/2026 - 13:42 US president threatens destruction of energy …
Trump vows 'hell' on Iran if Strait of Hormuz not opened US President Donald Trump threatened "hell" on Iran in a Truth Social post if curbs on the Strait of …
Trump threatens to unleash 'hell' on Iran if no deal made within 48 hours In a post on Truth Social, US President Donald Trump said Iran had 48 hours left …
US intel contradicts Trump's claims that Iran’s missile and drone arsenal destroyed Recent US intelligence assessments suggest Iran retains around half of its missile launchers and thousands of one-way attack …
Oil prices surge as Trump threatens further strikes on Iran Oil prices have jumped sharply after United States President Donald Trump renewed threats to target Iranian infrastructure. Brent crude, the …
Houthis claim missile attack on Israel, vow further escalation Yemen’s Houthi group said it carried out a military operation using a barrage of ballistic missiles targeting what it described as …
UN chief to US and Israel: it is ‘high time to stop the war’ United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres has called on the US and Israel to “stop the …
Trump admits Iran war was only at behest of 'allies', gives no withdrawal timeline US President Donald Trump revealed on Wednesday that the US only launched its war on Iran …
Trump admits Iran war was only at behest of 'allies', gives no withdrawal timeline Submitted by Yasmine El-Sabawi on Thu, 04/02/2026 - 01:56 The next two to three weeks will …
Iran launches attacks on Israel after Trump address ends The Israeli military said air defences were responding to an Iranian missile salvo, shortly after US President Donald Trump delivered an …
Trump vows to bring Iran back to 'Stone Ages' US President Donald Trump said in a televised address to the nation said that the war on Iran has left it …