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Mapping Displacement: How Israel's 'Blue Line' Team Seizes West Bank Land
Israeli authorities utilize the 'Blue Line' team to redesignate West Bank land as state property, accelerating settlement expansion and displacing Palestinian farmers.
UN Expands Database of Businesses Linked to Illegal Israeli Settlements with 61 New Additions
The United Nations human rights office has added 61 companies to its database of businesses linked to illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem.
Iran Proposes Uranium Stockpile Transfer in New Bid to Resolve US Deadlock
Iran has proposed transferring its 60 per cent enriched uranium stockpile to a third party as part of a new road map presented to Washington to break the diplomatic deadlock and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Pakistan’s PM Warns Any Aggression Against Makkah or Madinah Crosses 'Red Line'
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated at the UN General Assembly that any threat to Makkah or Madinah is an uncrossable red line. The remarks follow recent drone interceptions and a new joint defence pact between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey.
US Supreme Court Permits Trump Administration to Use Controversial Voter Verification System Ahead of Midterms
The US Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to use a controversial voter verification system ahead of the November midterm elections, drawing criticism from voting rights groups.
Ethiopia’s New Rebel Alliance Struggles Against Familiar Historical Divisions
A newly formed coalition of Ethiopian rebel groups aims to unseat Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, but deep internal divisions and historical conflicts threaten to derail their campaign.
Lebanon Prime Minister Demands Complete Israeli Withdrawal During UN Address
During a UN address, the Lebanon PM demanded a full Israeli withdrawal from the region.
Lebanon Prime Minister Urges Complete Israeli Withdrawal During United Nations Address
During a United Nations address, Iraq called for a sovereign Palestinian state while Lebanon pressed for a full Israeli withdrawal.
Lebanon PM Demands Complete Israeli Withdrawal During UN Address
During a UN address, the Lebanon PM formally called for a full Israeli withdrawal, as featured in a 02-minute and 20-second video.
British Legal Experts Push Labour Party for Harder Stance and Broader Sanctions on Israel
British legal experts and campaigners are urging the Labour party to implement broader sanctions on Israel at its annual conference, while also facing pressure regarding UK foreign policy and domestic protest bans.
Italy Introduces 30% Cap on Foreign Pupils and Bans Face Coverings in Schools Under New Meloni Decree
Italy's government has passed a decree capping foreign pupils at 30 per cent in primary classrooms and banning face coverings in schools, sparking both political debate and logistical concerns.
Escalating Conflict in Yemen Displaces 71,000 Children and Triggers Severe Malnutrition Crisis, UNICEF Warns
A surge in fighting across Yemen has displaced 71,000 children and severely worsened acute malnutrition, according to a recent UNICEF report.
Why Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is Assessing the Low Risk of US Conflict Amid Escalating Tensions
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has evaluated the remote possibility of a US military conflict as part of risk management amid escalating trade and political tensions between the two nations.
India's 'Cockroach' Youth Movement Threatens Nationwide Protests Unless Election Chief Resigns
India's satirical Cockroach Janta Party has threatened nationwide protests if Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar does not resign by Saturday amid allegations of manipulated voter lists.
United States Works to Relaunch Ceasefire Negotiations Between Russia and Ukraine
The United States is pushing to restart trilateral ceasefire talks between Moscow and Ukraine, with the United Arab Emirates proposed as a potential host. Meanwhile, nightly military strikes and aerial barrages continue to impact both nations.
Protests Erupt Across the UK Following the Arrest of Far-Right Activist Daniel Thomas
Protests have emerged across the UK following the arrest of far-right activist Daniel Thomas, as captured in a recent video report.
Pakistan and Turkiye Move Closer to Riyadh as Saudi Arabia Presses for Joint Defense Action Against Houthi Attacks
Turkiye and Pakistan are dispatching their military chiefs to Riyadh as Saudi Arabia urges the implementation of their mutual defense agreement following escalating Houthi missile and drone attacks.
Iran Conflict Escalates as President Pezeshkian States US Must Choose to End War
Tensions rise as Iran's president states the US must choose to end the war, amid regional clashes, Houthi missile attacks, and international diplomatic developments.
Iran Proposes Seven-Day Plan to Reopen Strait of Hormuz Amid Indirect US Talks
Iran has proposed a seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz through Qatari mediation at the UN, though significant disagreements with the US over nuclear talks and sanctions remain.
Israel Agrees to Permit EU-Funded Aid for Essential Services in Gaza for the First Time in a Year
Israel has agreed to allow €43 million in EU-funded aid for essential services like water pumps to enter Gaza for the first time in a year, marking a significant diplomatic development.
Iran Proposes Ambitious Seven-Day Roadmap to End Conflict and Reopen Strait of Hormuz
Iran has proposed a seven-day roadmap to the United States to end the ongoing conflict, lift maritime blockades, and revive the collapsed June memorandum of understanding.
Mamdani Plants Olive Tree Alongside Gaza Families Amid UNGA Turmoil
As chaos and walkouts dominated the third day of the UNGA, Mamdani planted an olive tree alongside Gaza families.
US and Iraq Sign Agreement to Transfer Diplomatic Hub at Baghdad Airport Ahead of Troop Withdrawal
Iraq and the US have signed an agreement to transfer a diplomatic hub at Baghdad airport to the Iraqi government ahead of the full withdrawal of American forces by September 30.
Strait of Hormuz Tensions Rise as US-China Talks Begin and Celebrities Detained at Protests
Iran adopts a strict stance on the Strait of Hormuz, US President Donald Trump meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping, and high-profile figures are detained at a pro-Palestine protest.