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A displaced grandmother and her grandson burn to death in Gaza tent fire
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A displaced grandmother and her grandson burn to death in Gaza tent fire

A fire occurred in a displacement camp in Gaza City, resulting in the deaths of a grandmother and her 5-year-old grandson. The incident was reported by the Palestinian Civil Defenc

By Omar Sabbagh · Jan 03, 2026
Palestine advocates praise NYC’s Mamdani for revoking pro-Israel decrees
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Palestine advocates praise NYC’s Mamdani for revoking pro-Israel decrees

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has annulled several municipal decrees related to Israel following his inauguration. These actions have been met with disapproval from the Israel

By Karim Nasrallah · Jan 03, 2026
UN chief Guterres calls on Israel to reverse NGO ban in Gaza, West Bank
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UN chief Guterres calls on Israel to reverse NGO ban in Gaza, West Bank

The United Nations Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, has urged Israel to reconsider a forthcoming ban on 37 nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) operating in Gaza and the West B

By Yara Mansour · Jan 03, 2026
Israel's decision to suspend aid groups will have devastating impact on Gaza services, NGO says
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Israel's decision to suspend aid groups will have devastating impact on Gaza services, NGO says

Israel has suspended the licenses of over two dozen aid organizations operating in Gaza, impacting the services provided by these groups. This suspension affects the Norwegian Refu

By Samira Haddad · Jan 03, 2026
Israel faces widespread condemnation as NGO ban comes into effect
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Israel faces widespread condemnation as NGO ban comes into effect

On Thu, Jan 1, 2026, Israel implemented a ban on 37 international aid organizations operating in the Gaza Strip, affecting the delivery of humanitarian assistance. This move has dr

By Samira Haddad · Jan 02, 2026
Handala Hackers Breach Telegram Accounts Linked to Israeli Officials
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Handala Hackers Breach Telegram Accounts Linked to Israeli Officials

On December 2025, the hacking group Handala, linked to Iran, intensified its operations against Israel's political figures by claiming to have accessed data from the mobile devices

By Leila Toufic · Jan 02, 2026
Handala Hackers Targeted Israeli Officials by Compromising Telegram Accounts
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Handala Hackers Targeted Israeli Officials by Compromising Telegram Accounts

In December 2025, the hacking group Handala, linked to Iran, claimed to have compromised the mobile devices of two Israeli political figures. However, analysis by Kela cyber intell

By Omar Sabbagh · Jan 02, 2026
Did Tony Blair influence trial of UK soldiers accused of killing Iraqi man?
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Did Tony Blair influence trial of UK soldiers accused of killing Iraqi man?

Recently released UK government files have highlighted the UK's involvement in the Iraq war, specifically addressing how former Prime Minister Tony Blair influenced decisions regar

By Yara Mansour · Jan 02, 2026
Your Ultimate Guide to Finding the Best Sunblocks and Korean Beauty Products at Jordan Drugstore
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Your Ultimate Guide to Finding the Best Sunblocks and Korean Beauty Products at Jordan Drugstore

Jordan Drugstore offers a comprehensive range of skincare products, including sunblocks and Korean beauty items. This article provides an overview of their offerings and the import

By Karim Nasrallah · Jan 02, 2026
Israeli forces kill Palestinian child as Gaza humanitarian crisis deepens
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Israeli forces kill Palestinian child as Gaza humanitarian crisis deepens

Israeli military actions have resulted in the death of a Palestinian child in northern Gaza, amid ongoing restrictions on shelter supplies and humanitarian aid affecting hundreds o

By Leila Toufic · Jan 02, 2026
Gaza cousins face lost youth, and family tragedy, after amputations
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Gaza cousins face lost youth, and family tragedy, after amputations

Abdullah Nattat, a former singer and performer, now uses a wheelchair after losing both legs due to military action in Gaza. His life changed in September during an Israeli militar

By Leila Toufic · Jan 02, 2026
Who are the Palestine Action hunger strikers?
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Who are the Palestine Action hunger strikers?

Four individuals associated with the Palestine Action group, which is designated as a terrorist organization in the United Kingdom, are continuing their hunger strikes in various p

By Omar Sabbagh · Jan 01, 2026
Four reasons why Benjamin Netanyahu may not want a Gaza ceasefire to hold
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Four reasons why Benjamin Netanyahu may not want a Gaza ceasefire to hold

On Mon, Dec 29, 2025, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu concluded his visit to the United States, following discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the Gaza

By Yara Mansour · Dec 31, 2025
Iran’s president calls on gov’t to hear ‘legitimate demands’ of protesters
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Iran’s president calls on gov’t to hear ‘legitimate demands’ of protesters

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has addressed recent demonstrations in Tehran, urging the government to consider the protesters’ demands.

By Karim Nasrallah · Dec 30, 2025
Families of Bondi victims demand probe into anti-Semitism in Australia
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Families of Bondi victims demand probe into anti-Semitism in Australia

On Mon, Dec 25, 2023, families of victims from the attack on a Jewish celebration at Bondi Beach, Australia, called for a national inquiry into rising anti-Semitism. The attack on

By Samira Haddad · Dec 30, 2025
Pro-Palestine activists target UK Labour offices over hunger strikers
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Pro-Palestine activists target UK Labour offices over hunger strikers

Pro-Palestine activists have engaged in actions involving red paint and window damage at the Labour Party offices in London. This is reportedly in support of prisoners on hunger st

By Leila Toufic · Dec 30, 2025
Displaced families in Gaza struggle against rain and cold in makeshift structures
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Displaced families in Gaza struggle against rain and cold in makeshift structures

A ceasefire in Gaza has been in effect since October. However, adverse weather conditions, including storms and floods, are impacting the population living in temporary shelters ac

By Samira Haddad · Dec 29, 2025
New Iraqi parliament holds first session, elects speaker
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New Iraqi parliament holds first session, elects speaker

Iraq's newly elected parliament has appointed Haybat al-Halbousi as its speaker, marking a significant step in forming the new government following prolonged political instability.

By Yara Mansour · Dec 29, 2025
Protests, strikes after Iran’s economic situation rapidly deteriorates
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Protests, strikes after Iran’s economic situation rapidly deteriorates

Recent developments in Tehran have highlighted significant economic challenges facing Iran, as business owners have closed shops in response to the declining value of the national

By Omar Sabbagh · Dec 29, 2025
Deadly protests and clashes in Syria – what happened and what’s next?
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Deadly protests and clashes in Syria – what happened and what’s next?

Syrian government forces have been deployed to Latakia and Tartous following recent clashes, as protests have intensified across the coastal regions of Syria. These developments co

By Karim Nasrallah · Dec 29, 2025
Palestinians suffer flooded tents and debris as cold and rain lash Gaza
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Palestinians suffer flooded tents and debris as cold and rain lash Gaza

Tens of thousands of displaced Palestinians in Gaza are enduring severe winter conditions amidst tents and debris following extensive damage caused by Israeli actions over the past

By Omar Sabbagh · Dec 28, 2025
Israel kills over 700 relatives of Palestinian journalists in Gaza: Report
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Israel kills over 700 relatives of Palestinian journalists in Gaza: Report

The Palestinian Journalists Syndicate reports that Israeli actions have resulted in the deaths of at least 706 family members of Palestinian journalists since the conflict in Gaza

By Leila Toufic · Dec 28, 2025
Analysis: ISIL attacks could undermine US-Syria security collaboration
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Analysis: ISIL attacks could undermine US-Syria security collaboration

On Tue, Dec 13, 2025, a joint US-Syrian patrol was attacked by a member of Syria’s security forces near Palmyra, resulting in the deaths of two US soldiers and an interpreter. Four

By Karim Nasrallah · Dec 27, 2025
Israeli forces kill Palestinian in Gaza, carry out raids across West Bank
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Israeli forces kill Palestinian in Gaza, carry out raids across West Bank

Israeli forces have fatally shot a Palestinian man identified as Uday al-Maqadma near Gaza City. The incident occurred as Israeli operations continue in the occupied West Bank. Waf

By Yara Mansour · Dec 27, 2025
A year on, Israel still holds Gaza doctor Hussam Abu Safia without charge
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A year on, Israel still holds Gaza doctor Hussam Abu Safia without charge

Dr. Hussam Abu Safia, aged 52, remains in detention in Israel without charges or trial. His ongoing detention raises significant concerns regarding the protection of medical person

By Yara Mansour · Dec 27, 2025
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Israel attacks press as ‘silencing’ policy: Palestinian journalists union

The Palestinian Journalists Syndicate has reported a significant escalation in violence directed at Palestinian journalists by Israeli forces since October 2023, culminating in num

By Omar Sabbagh · Dec 27, 2025
Israeli forces take over homes, impose curfew on West Bank’s Qabatiya
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Israeli forces take over homes, impose curfew on West Bank’s Qabatiya

On Sat, Dec 2, 2023, Israeli forces executed a comprehensive military operation in Qabatiya, located in the occupied West Bank. This action included mass arrests and the evacuation

By Samira Haddad · Dec 27, 2025
Liv Hospital Opens International Patient Lounge at Istanbul Airport to Streamline Medical Travel
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Liv Hospital Opens International Patient Lounge at Istanbul Airport to Streamline Medical Travel

Liv Hospital has announced the opening of a new international patient lounge at Istanbul Airport. This facility is designed to enhance coordination for international patients arriv

By Leila Toufic · Dec 27, 2025
Trump could unveil Gaza ‘peace council’, ‘government’ soon: Israeli media
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Trump could unveil Gaza ‘peace council’, ‘government’ soon: Israeli media

The United States government has expressed intentions to progress beyond the initial phase of the Gaza ceasefire process in January. However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netany

By Karim Nasrallah · Dec 26, 2025
Israeli Organizations Targeted by AV-Themed Malicious Word and PDF Files
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Israeli Organizations Targeted by AV-Themed Malicious Word and PDF Files

SEQRITE Labs' Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) Team has identified a sophisticated campaign targeting Israeli organizations via weaponized Microsoft Word and PDF documents masquera

By Yara Mansour · Dec 25, 2025