Middle East

Jerusalem (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Israel condemns Labour’s recognition of Palestine, saying UK Jews will “never forgive” the party, calling it a betrayal and a reward for terrorism. As reported by The Telegraph, Israel claims Labour’s Palestine recognition under Sir Keir Starmer

Middle East (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Qatar has officially lodged a complaint with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) against Israel following an Israeli attack that violated Qatar’s airspace in Doha. The Qatari government condemned the strike as reckless and dangerous to

Middle East – (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Britain has expressed deep gratitude towards Qatar for its vital role in mediating the release of two elderly British nationals, Peter and Barbie Reynolds, held in Afghanistan for nearly eight months by the Taliban. The

Middle East (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A UN inquiry concluded Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, but Father Elias Mallon warned Security Council weakness may block Genocide Convention action. Pope Pius XI established CNEWA in 1926 to support the church in the

Middle East (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Israeli army confirmed four soldiers were killed in a bomb explosion in southern Gaza on Thursday, amid intensifying military operations. According to a military statement, a roadside bomb near Rafah city killed three soldiers and

Middle East (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Aid groups urge urgent global intervention to stop Israel’s Gaza City invasion after a UN probe found Israel committing genocide under international law. The group, which consists of 20 organizations, including the Norwegian Refugee Council, Médecins

Jerusalem (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Israel has launched a major ground offensive on Gaza City, escalating the two-year war and targeting Hamas amid rising civilian risks and global pressure. As reported by The Telegraph, Israel triggered a ground offensive in Gaza City,

Tel Aviv (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Europe’s missile shield plans risk being stalled as Israel may halt Arrow 3 exports due to the Gaza conflict, escalating EU-Israel political tensions. As reported by The Telegraph, Europe’s efforts to construct an Iron Dome-style missile

Israel (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Israeli records show 25% of Gaza prisoners are fighters, with most detainees being civilians, including children and the elderly. As reported by The Guardian, Israeli military data shows 25% of Gaza detainees are fighters, while most civilians

Gaza (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Greta Thunberg’s Gaza aid flotilla returns to Barcelona due to stormy weather, halting the attempt to break Israel’s naval blockade and ensure safety. As reported by The Telegraph, stormy weather forced Greta Thunberg’s Gaza flotilla to return

Gaza (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Israeli air and ground strikes killed 18 near Gaza City as Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu’s cabinet plans next moves and aid flotillas prepare to enter. As reported by The Guardian, Israeli airstrikes and gunfire killed around 18

Tehran (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Iran may cut uranium enrichment to 20% to prevent UK and UN sanctions, balancing internal political pressure and international diplomatic demands. As reported by The Telegraph, Tehran plans to lower uranium enrichment to prevent the UK and

Tehran (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Iran cracks down on Baha’is, seizing property, arresting members, and using Article 49 to intensify persecution without legal due process. As reported by The Telegraph, Iran has intensified its systematic persecution of the Baha’i community, with authorities

Beirut (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lebanon faces protests as the government moves to disarm Hezbollah, raising fears of civil unrest and deepening political instability. As reported by The Telegraph, Beirut sees protesters waving yellow and green flags, with passing vehicles joining in

In a sharp escalation of hostilities, Iran has pledged a “harsh and regretful” response to Israel’s recent airstrikes targeting Iranian military facilities. This development follows a deadly exchange that began with Tehran’s missile barrage into Israel, intended as retribution for the recent

The United Nations’ special coordinator for Middle East peace, Tor Wennesland, issued a stark warning on Tuesday, describing the region as being at its “most dangerous juncture” in decades. He cautioned that escalating hostilities between Israel and Iran-backed forces threaten to ignite

Israel has relied on an intricate network of missile defense systems to protect its territory from persistent missile and drone attacks. Facing threats from groups such as Hezbollah in Lebanon, Hamas in Gaza, and Houthi rebels in Yemen, Israel has deployed advanced

China’s engagement in the Middle East gained momentum this month following the assassination of Hamas’s political leader, Ismail Haniyeh. A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson condemned the attack, warning it could destabilize the region further. At a UN Security Council session, China’s permanent

Fears of escalating conflict in the Middle East have surged as Hezbollah has promised retaliation against Israel for a recent attack involving exploding pagers that killed 12 people and injured over 2,800 in Lebanon and parts of Syria. In a statement, the

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has declared that the death of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah will “not go unavenged,” following his assassination in an Israeli airstrike in Beirut. Khamenei announced five days of mourning in Iran for what he termed the

During a visit to Iran’s eastern border, Sirus Amanollahi emphasized that the border closure initiative aims to enhance security within Iran. The commander of the Iranian Army’s ground forces noted, “As interactions between Iran and Afghanistan increase, we are observing daily improvements

Israeli leaders are expressing satisfaction with the recent military offensive against Hezbollah, which escalated from the detonation of weaponized pagers to intense airstrikes. Defence Minister Yoav Gallant hailed Monday’s airstrikes as a “masterpiece,” asserting it marked one of Hezbollah’s worst weeks since

To prevent a broader conflict in the Middle East, the United States has been steadily positioning its Navy forces closer to the region. This deployment includes two aircraft carrier groups and a guided-missile submarine. American officials are openly communicating these moves to

The EU Red Sea naval mission Aspides reported on Monday that the Sounion oil tanker, which has been on fire since August 23, shows no signs of an oil spill. Despite this, the ship remains ablaze, according to the mission. “All vessels

The White House stated on Monday that the Gaza truce talks in Cairo have made progress and are expected to continue at a working level for several days, despite clashes between Israel and Lebanon’s Hezbollah. “There continues to be progress, and our

Middle Eastern nations are bracing for a potential escalation of the Israel-Hamas conflict, fueled by threats from Iran to avenge the killing of Ismail Haniyeh, Hamas’ political leader, in Tehran last week. Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has vowed retaliation, stating

On Wednesday, members of the United Nations Security Council called for increased diplomatic efforts to prevent a wider conflict in the Middle East following the assassinations of two militant leaders, Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh and Hezbollah’s military commander. Haniyeh was killed in

Oil prices dropped nearly 2% on Monday following comments from Israeli officials indicating a desire to avoid escalating conflict in the Middle East after a deadly rocket strike in the Golan Heights. Brent crude futures settled at $79.78 per barrel, down $1.35

Several rockets were launched on Thursday and Friday targeting bases housing troops from the U.S.-led anti-jihadist coalition in Iraq and Syria, according to security officials and a war monitor. At least four rockets reportedly landed near the Ain al-Assad base in Anbar

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is set to issue an advisory opinion on July 19 regarding the legal implications of Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories. This announcement follows a request from the United Nations General Assembly in 2022 for a non-binding

The Saudi Arabian outlet is the first of 300 stores the Taiwanese bubble tea chain plans to open across the Middle East, serving as a stepping stone for expanding into Bahrain and the UAE by 2025. Gong Cha has opened its first

The Iranian-backed Hezbollah militant group announced on Sunday that it launched a drone attack on Mount Hermon in the Israeli-occupied Syrian Golan Heights, where Israel has a key surveillance centre. Hezbollah stated that this was its first bombing since it began engaging

US defence and intelligence officials are increasingly alarmed that an Israeli invasion of Lebanon could escalate regional tensions, potentially drawing in Russia and solidifying its military cooperation with Iran. This concern stems from recent intelligence assessments suggesting that Moscow is contemplating enhancing

Israel has announced the evacuation of 68 sick and injured children from Gaza to Egypt, accompanied by their caregivers. This operation was facilitated through the Israel-controlled Kerem Shalom crossing. According to the Israeli military body responsible for Palestinian civilian affairs, known as

The Middle East is teetering on the brink of a potentially devastating conflict as tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, the Iran-backed Lebanese movement, continue to rise. Recent developments have sparked fears of a full-scale war, with cross-border attacks increasing and both parties

Iraq witnessed widespread protests driven by severe power shortages, which have ignited public frustration over the government’s handling of basic services. Demonstrations erupted across the country, with more than 35 protests taking place primarily in the southern provinces of Thi Qar, al-Muthanna,

The Middle East stands on the brink of a potentially devastating conflict as tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, the Iran-backed Lebanese movement, escalate. Recent developments have heightened fears of a full-scale war, with cross-border attacks intensifying and both sides preparing for potential

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has arrived in the Middle East on his latest visit, focusing on Washington’s Gaza ceasefire proposal and the future of the Palestinian territory post-war. On Monday, Blinken met with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi in Cairo,

Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed that Israel can “stand-alone” after the US warned that arms shipments could be halted if he orders a full-scale invasion of Rafah in Gaza. Thousands have already fled the southern city after the Israeli military began what it

Saudi Arabia is set to open the Middle East’s largest water-themed park, a groundbreaking facility located in Qiddiya City. The Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC) Board of Directors announced the new attraction, named ‘Aquarabia.’ Aquarabia will feature four unique record-breaking structures: the world’s

Turkey has suspended all trade with Israel in response to its offensive in Gaza, citing the “worsening humanitarian tragedy” in the region. The Turkish Trade Ministry announced that the suspension would remain in effect until Israel allows an “uninterrupted and sufficient flow”

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reaffirmed his commitment to launching a ground assault on Rafah in southern Gaza, despite ongoing truce negotiations aimed at reaching a ceasefire. On Tuesday, Netanyahu stated that Israel would destroy Hamas’ battalions in Rafah “with or

The latest clash in the longstanding rivalry between Israel and Iran appears to be at a temporary standstill. Israel has yet to officially confirm responsibility for the recent attack in Iran, which occurred early Friday morning. Meanwhile, Iran’s leaders have downplayed the

A senior Hamas delegation is traveling to Egypt for negotiations aimed at pausing or potentially ending Israel’s military operations in Gaza, even as a ground invasion of Rafah in southern Gaza appears imminent. Led by Khalil al-Hayya, the deputy head of Hamas

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has made a renewed and urgent call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, emphasizing the need to “silence the guns.” Speaking from the Egyptian side of the Rafah crossing, Guterres highlighted the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza and

Renewed fears of violence spreading to Jerusalem during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan are growing, as efforts to establish a truce between Israel and Hamas remain unresolved. The tension is particularly focused on the al-Aqsa Mosque, one of Islam’s holiest sites,

On Wednesday, the families and friends of Israeli hostages began a significant march from the Nova festival site, where Hamas gunmen attacked on October 7, to Jerusalem. The site, near Kibbutz Re’im, was the location of a massacre, with hundreds killed and

Tehran unveiled two new air defense systems on Saturday: the Arman anti-ballistic missile system and the Azarakhsh low-altitude air defense system. The announcement was made by state media amid heightened tensions in the Middle East due to the ongoing war between Israel