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Bethlehem lights up Christmas tree amid hopes for economic recovery
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Bethlehem lights up Christmas tree amid hopes for economic recovery

Over the past two years, Bethlehem has encountered significant challenges, including economic difficulties and restricted public celebrations due to ongoing regional conflicts.

By Yara Mansour · Dec 07, 2025
What has Germany’s position been on Israel’s genocide in Gaza?
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What has Germany’s position been on Israel’s genocide in Gaza?

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is visiting Israel for the first time since taking office in May. This visit follows Germany's decision to lift a three-month suspension on arms ex

By Samira Haddad · Dec 07, 2025
Germany’s Merz makes first visit to Israel as chancellor amid strained ties
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Germany’s Merz makes first visit to Israel as chancellor amid strained ties

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Israel for his first official visit since taking office in May. The visit aims to reaffirm the diplomatic ties between Germany and Israe

By Karim Nasrallah · Dec 07, 2025
‘We need to make it work’: Can international law deliver justice?
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‘We need to make it work’: Can international law deliver justice?

The United States government has imposed sanctions on Francesca Albanese, the United Nations’ special rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territories. This action has affected h

By Yara Mansour · Dec 07, 2025
Germany’s Merz meets Netanyahu under shadow of Israel’s war on Gaza
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Germany’s Merz meets Netanyahu under shadow of Israel’s war on Gaza

During a recent visit to Israel, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz reiterated his support for the establishment of a Palestinian state, a stance that contrasts with the position of

By Karim Nasrallah · Dec 07, 2025
Syria’s al-Sharaa promises peace and unity in face of Israeli aggression
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Syria’s al-Sharaa promises peace and unity in face of Israeli aggression

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa has accused Israel of escalating regional tensions as a means to divert attention from its military actions in Gaza. Speaking at the Doha Forum, al

By Leila Toufic · Dec 07, 2025
Israeli drone chases and kills elderly woman in Gaza as attacks continue
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Israeli drone chases and kills elderly woman in Gaza as attacks continue

Recent military operations by Israeli forces in Gaza have resulted in the deaths of at least seven Palestinians, including an elderly woman and her son.

By Omar Sabbagh · Dec 07, 2025
Why Medical Travelers Are Choosing Thailand for Joint Surgery: A Detailed Look at Modern Hip Procedures
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Why Medical Travelers Are Choosing Thailand for Joint Surgery: A Detailed Look at Modern Hip Procedures

In recent years, Thailand has emerged as a prominent destination for individuals seeking joint surgery, notably hip procedures. The country's medical sector has achieved significan

By Leila Toufic · Dec 06, 2025
MuddyWater Hackers Use UDPGangster Backdoor to Bypass Network Defenses on Windows
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MuddyWater Hackers Use UDPGangster Backdoor to Bypass Network Defenses on Windows

The MuddyWater threat group has advanced its cyber espionage operations with the introduction of UDPGangster, a sophisticated UDP-based backdoor targeting Windows systems. This mal

By Samira Haddad · Dec 06, 2025
MuddyWater Hackers Using UDPGangster Backdoor to Attack Windows Systems Evading Network Defenses
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MuddyWater Hackers Using UDPGangster Backdoor to Attack Windows Systems Evading Network Defenses

A new cyber threat has been identified, targeting Windows systems in various Middle Eastern countries.

By Omar Sabbagh · Dec 06, 2025
Qalqilya targeted as Israel escalates raids in northern West Bank
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Qalqilya targeted as Israel escalates raids in northern West Bank

Israeli military actions in the northern West Bank have intensified, particularly in the town of Qalqilya.

By Yara Mansour · Dec 05, 2025
Who was Yasser Abu Shabab, Israel-backed militia leader killed in Gaza?
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Who was Yasser Abu Shabab, Israel-backed militia leader killed in Gaza?

The recent death of Gaza militia leader Yasser Abu Shabab has been confirmed by both his group, the Popular Forces, and Israeli media. Abu Shabab, previously unknown in Gaza, emerg

By Karim Nasrallah · Dec 05, 2025
US House Judiciary Committee subpoenas former Trump prosecutor Jack Smith
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US House Judiciary Committee subpoenas former Trump prosecutor Jack Smith

The House Judiciary Committee in the United States, led by Republicans, has issued a subpoena to former Department of Justice Special Counsel Jack Smith. Smith was responsible for

By Karim Nasrallah · Dec 04, 2025
UN’s Guterres says Israel’s conduct of war in Gaza ‘fundamentally wrong’
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UN’s Guterres says Israel’s conduct of war in Gaza ‘fundamentally wrong’

On Wed, Dec 3, 2025, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed concerns over Israel's military operations in Gaza, suggesting potential violations of internationa

By Omar Sabbagh · Dec 04, 2025
UNSC delegation visits Syria on first trip a year after al-Assad’s fall
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UNSC delegation visits Syria on first trip a year after al-Assad’s fall

A United Nations Security Council (UNSC) delegation has arrived in Syria for its inaugural visit, as reported by state media. The visit occurs just before the first anniversary of

By Leila Toufic · Dec 04, 2025
Global campaign launched to free jailed Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti
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Global campaign launched to free jailed Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti

An international campaign has been initiated to address the imprisonment of Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti, who has been incarcerated in Israel since 2002.

By Samira Haddad · Dec 04, 2025
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Lebanon and Israel hold first direct talks in 40 years as war fears rise

Civilian representatives from Lebanon and Israel participated in a session of the US-chaired ceasefire monitoring committee in Naqoura. This meeting marks the first direct talks be

By Yara Mansour · Dec 04, 2025
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Lebanon and Israel talks raise hope of more robust, expanded truce

Israel and Lebanon are set to conduct direct diplomatic discussions for the first time in decades. Both nations have dispatched civilian envoys to a monitoring body overseeing the

By Leila Toufic · Dec 03, 2025
‘Collective punishment’: Family home of suspect demolished in West Bank
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‘Collective punishment’: Family home of suspect demolished in West Bank

On Tue, Dec 2, 2025, the Sanoubar family's apartment block in Nablus, occupied West Bank, was demolished by Israeli forces.

By Samira Haddad · Dec 03, 2025
Israeli attack kills two children in southern Gaza despite ceasefire
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Israeli attack kills two children in southern Gaza despite ceasefire

Two Palestinian children have been killed in an Israeli drone attack on the town of Bani Suheila, east of Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, according to medics.

By Yara Mansour · Nov 29, 2025
ICC to rule on provisional release of ex-Philippine leader Rodrigo Duterte
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ICC to rule on provisional release of ex-Philippine leader Rodrigo Duterte

International Criminal Court (ICC) appeals judges are set to rule on a request to release from detention former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, who has ongoing proceedings ag

By Karim Nasrallah · Nov 28, 2025
Pope Leo heads to Turkiye, Lebanon in first foreign trip as Catholic leader
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Pope Leo heads to Turkiye, Lebanon in first foreign trip as Catholic leader

Pope Leo has embarked on his first foreign trip as Catholic leader with a visit to two Muslim-majority countries of Turkiye and Lebanon, where he is expected to make appeals for pe

By Leila Toufic · Nov 27, 2025
BREAKINGBREAKING, NewsIsrael says Red Cross receives remains of deceased Gaza captive
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BREAKINGBREAKING, NewsIsrael says Red Cross receives remains of deceased Gaza captive

Israel says Palestinian armed groups have handed over a set of human remains believed to belong to an Israeli captive to the Red Cross, which will transfer them to the Israeli mill

By Karim Nasrallah · Nov 25, 2025
Ahmed al-Sharaa meets Trump as US extends Syria sanctions relief
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Ahmed al-Sharaa meets Trump as US extends Syria sanctions relief

The United States has issued a new waiver to lift the most serious sanctions against Syria, as interim Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa visits Washington .

By Samira Haddad · Nov 11, 2025
Hamas hands over remains of captive as Israeli drone strike kills two
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Hamas hands over remains of captive as Israeli drone strike kills two

Hamas has transferred the remains of another deceased captive to Israel following an Israeli drone strike in southern Gaza, which resulted in two Palestinian fatalities amid an ong

By Samira Haddad · Oct 28, 2025
Colonel says US watered down report on Shireen Abu Akleh’s killing
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Colonel says US watered down report on Shireen Abu Akleh’s killing

A former U.S. colonel has raised concerns regarding the official U.S. statement about the killing of Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh. The statement, issued by the U.S. Stat

By Yara Mansour · Oct 28, 2025
News|NATOTurkiye signs deal with the UK to buy 20 Eurofighter jetsBritain’s Keir Starmer and Turkiye’s Recep Tayyip Erdogan met in Ankara on Monday to cement the almost $11bn agreement.
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News|NATOTurkiye signs deal with the UK to buy 20 Eurofighter jetsBritain’s Keir Starmer and Turkiye’s Recep Tayyip Erdogan met in Ankara on Monday to cement the almost $11bn agreement.

Turkiye has finalized an agreement with the United Kingdom to acquire 20 Eurofighter Typhoon jets valued at approximately $11 billion. This move aims to enhance Turkiye's air defen

By Omar Sabbagh · Oct 28, 2025
Politics

UN slams Israel after attack on peacekeepers in Lebanon

The United Nations and France have issued statements regarding a recent incident involving Israeli military actions affecting UN peacekeeping forces in southern Lebanon.

By Karim Nasrallah · Oct 28, 2025
Turkiye court charges jailed opposition leader with ‘political espionage’
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Turkiye court charges jailed opposition leader with ‘political espionage’

A Turkish court has initiated new charges against opposition leader Ekrem Imamoglu . His arrest in March had previously incited significant antigovernment demonstrations.

By Omar Sabbagh · Oct 27, 2025
Rodgers, Steelers fall short as Love leads Packers’ win
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Rodgers, Steelers fall short as Love leads Packers’ win

Jordan Love led the Green Bay Packers to a 35-25 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers with a performance of 360 yards and three touchdowns.

By Leila Toufic · Oct 27, 2025