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Palestinians Resist Israeli Encroachment on Historic West Bank Solomon’s Pools
When far right minister Bezalel Smotrich promised to annex the site, the local Palestinian community responded.
Netanyahu and Katz Threaten Iran; Vow to Remain in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza
Netanyahu boasted about the “success” of Israel and the US's war on Iran, but Israelis largely believe Iran won the war.
Senate Passes War Resolution Demanding Trump End Hostilities in Iran
Most analyses say the measure is largely symbolic, but at least one Democratic lawmaker says it could be enforceable.
UN Commission Finds 30 Percent of People Killed in Gaza Genocide Were Children
“The deliberate targeting of children is one of the key elements establishing genocidal intent,” the commission said.
Beloved Lebanese Sea Turtle Conservationist Killed in Israeli Airstrike
“They are trying to kill the hope of the Lebanese people,” says Rami Khashab, who worked alongside the late Mona Khalil.
Iran Demonstrates Its Leverage With Strait of Hormuz in Negotiations With US
Mediators from Pakistan and Qatar say the two sides agreed to a roadmap toward reaching a final deal within 60 days.
In Gaza, Fathers Can’t Promise Their Children Food, Safety, or Even Survival
Every Palestinian father faces the impossible task of trying to create a sense of safety in a place where there is none.
Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz in Response to Israel’s Attacks on Lebanon
Israeli leaders have explicitly stated in recent days that they have no intention of abiding by any US-Iran ceasefire.
Gaza Soccer Player Who Dreamed of Competing in World Cup Can Now Barely Watch It
Mohammed Khaled Afana suffered a life-changing injury while attempting to obtain flour from an aid distribution point.
Trump May Be Drawing Down Iran War, But He’s Demanding Billions More for Bombs
The GOP is souring on Trump’s $1.5 trillion military budget as the president pushes for yet another reconciliation bill.