Middle East

Water crisis in Beit Lahiya: struggling to access clean water after conflict

Beit Lahiya is facing water crisis following the collapse of its water system due.

Trump Presses Jordan to Accept Displaced Palestinians

U.S. President Donald Trump has urged Jordan’s King Abdullah to accept Palestinians displaced from Gaza, as part of his plan for the U.S. to take control of the war-torn enclave. Abdullah rejected the proposal, stressing that no Palestinians should be forced to leave.

Israeli airstrike kills 6 in eastern Lebanon despite ceasefire

2 others injured in attack on Baalbek district from Israeli forces

MIiddle East: hostages released in ceasefire deal

Three Israeli hostages have been released by Hamas as part of the ongoing ceasefire deal. In response, Israel has freed dozens of Palestinian prisoners.

Hamas to release three Israeli men Saturday

Ohad Ben Ami, Or Levy, Eli Sharabi are the three male Israeli hostages to be released in latest round of exchanges under ceasefire deal.

Syria's Al-Sharaa Meets with Turkish President Erdogan to Discuss Defense Pact

Opinion: Syrian authorities rebuild new police force

Israel's Ambassador to the U.S. says Netanyahu is set to visit the White House soon

Israel's Ambassador to the U.S., Mike Herzog, announced that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to visit the White House in the coming weeks. Discussions are ongoing, though no specific date has been set. The visit comes alongside anticipated changes in U.S. policy regarding arms sales an

Smoke billows from within the Gaza Strip, as viewed from southern Israel

Shoppers in Khan Younis marketplace as Israel cabinet prepares to approve ceasefire deal

Shoppers in Khan Younis marketplace as Israel's cabinet prepares to approve a ceasefire deal with Hamas. The agreement includes a six-week truce, Israeli troop withdrawal, prisoner exchanges, and increased aid to Gaza, where millions face a humanitarian crisis.

Gaza residents express relief following ceasefire agreement

Gaza residents have expressed relief following the announcement of a ceasefire between Hamas and Israel, while many remain affected by the conflict. The agreement, brokered by Qatar, Egypt, and the US, includes a six-week truce, a gradual troop withdrawal, and a hostage-prisoner exchange.

US envoy expresses optimism over Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire progress

US envoy Amos Hochstein expressed confidence on January 6 about the smooth implementation of the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire agreement, following key meetings in Lebanon with government officials and military leaders.

Freed Syrians return to prison of torture and death

“Nothing lasts forever.” These words echo from the walls of a Damascus prison, once a place of terror and torture. Today, two survivors stand inside, reliving the unthinkable.

China, Egypt agree on need to promote peace in Middle East

NYT: Israeli Ground Forces Enter Syrian Territory for First Time Since 1973

Israeli ground forces have crossed into Syrian territory for the first time since the 1973 October War, marking a significant shift in Israel’s military strategy. The move, which includes taking control of key positions like Mount Hermon, was confirmed by anonymous Israeli officials to The New York

Iran launches advanced module to deploy satellites to higher altitudes, media say

Iran sent into space on Friday its heaviest-ever payload using the Simorgh carrier rocket including an advanced module for transferring satellites to higher-altitude orbits, state television reported.

Russia says it's in constant touch with Syria, evaluating situation there

Russia is assessing the situation in Syria and is in constant contact with the Syrian authorities, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Thursday.

Trump picks Massad Boulos to serve as adviser on Arab, Middle Eastern affairs

President-elect Trump appoints Massad Boulos, his daughter Tiffany's father-in-law, as senior adviser on Arab and Middle Eastern affairs, highlighting deep ties to Lebanese and Arab American communities.

Hezbollah chief pledges to coordinate with army to implement truce