Tag: Middle East conflict
UN warns Israel’s North Gaza assault could exterminate entire population
UN official warns of dire consequences for North Gaza’s civilians as Israeli forces target hospitals and shelters.
Israeli bombing of Syria sparks strong Iranian condemnation amid escalating tensions
Iran strongly condemns Israeli airstrikes that killed at least 16 people in Syria, warning of escalating regional tensions amid ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Syria.
Escalation in Lebanon sparks fears of regional war amid ongoing conflict
Israel’s recent airstrikes on Lebanon, involving 100 fighter jets, have escalated tensions with Hezbollah and raised fears of a broader regional conflict as global powers respond with concern.
Israeli strikes on schools kill dozens, mostly children
Israeli airstrikes on UN-run schools in Gaza kill at least 30, mostly children, as the humanitarian crisis deepens and cease-fire efforts stall.
Netanyahu delays evacuation of sick Gaza children to UAE amid rising...
Israeli Prime Minister’s decision leaves 150 Palestinian children stranded in Gaza amid cross-border attacks.
Escalation in Yemen: Israeli airstrikes and Houthi retaliations deepen regional conflict
A new front emerges in the Middle East as Israeli airstrikes target Yemen’s Hodeidah port following Houthi drone attacks on Tel Aviv, raising concerns of a broader regional conflict.
IDF issues evacuation order to 100,000 in Rafah as looming assault...
Israel Defense Forces order more than 100,000 Palestinians to evacuate Rafah ahead of an impending military offensive, despite warnings of humanitarian catastrophe.
“Full-Blown Famine” ravages northern Gaza, U.N. official declares amid prolonged conflict
Nearly seven months into the Gaza conflict, the World Food Program warns of a spreading famine in the north, intensifying humanitarian crises despite increased aid efforts.
Averting Crisis: Global Calls for Restraint as Tensions Escalate Between Israel...
Amidst calls for peace, a night of retaliation heightens fears of an all-out war.
US hawks call for action against Iran following attack on troops...
Amidst escalating tensions, US lawmakers call for a strong response to Iran after a drone attack on American troops in Jordan intensifies calls for action.
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David Huitema confirmed as ethics Czar amid fears of Trump’s return and conflict of...
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House passes bill granting Treasury power to shut down nonprofits without evidence, sparking free...
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