Palestine
Qatar says Hamas office remains open in Doha
Qatar confirmed that Hamas leaders involved in Gaza ceasefire negotiations are not currently in Doha, while denying reports that it plans to close the Palestinian group's political office in the Persian Gulf state.
Russia, Turkey and Iran condemn Israel's actions in Syria
Russia, Turkey and Iran have adopted a joint statement on Syria at the Astana format meeting, condemning Israeli military actions in Gaza, Lebanon and the West Bank.
Hezbollah leader warns Israel ahead of expanded conflict
Hezbollah's new Secretary General, Sheikh Naim Qassem, warned of expanded strikes against Israel.
Israeli leaders rejoice as Trump wins US presidential race
Israeli government officials were primarily receptive to President Donald J Trump’s US election victory over Vice President Kamala Harris, and were quick to congratulate him on his win.
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TEHRAN BLOG: Why a Trump win may not be good for Israel
Israel's close association with Trump might further alienate it from other regional players, while Iran, now open to negotiation, may see opportunities in the coming shifts.
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Air France diverts Red Sea flights after crew spots 'luminous object'
Air France suspended flights over the Red Sea after a crew reported seeing a "luminous object" at high altitude near Sudan.
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BEIRUT BLOG: Fear in Baalbek
For the second day in a row, the Israeli military issued a forced evacuation order for the entire city of Baalbek on October 31.
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Israel signs deal for Iron Beam laser defence system
Israel has signed a NIS 2bn ($550mn) order to accelerate production of Iron Beam, marking a significant expansion in the country's first laser-based aerial defence system, the Ministry of Defence announced.
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Israel votes to ban UNRWA operations amid war in Gaza
Israel's parliament, the Knesset, approved legislation on October 28 banning operations of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), the main humanitarian aid provider in Gaza.
Iran expects Israeli strike by October 31
Iran believes Israel will launch a retaliatory strike against the Islamic Republic by October 31 in response to Iran's recent missile attack
Israeli strikes hit TV channel, southern Beirut suburbs
Israel launched air strikes on Lebanese television channel Al Mayadeen's Beirut office and the city's southern suburbs on October 23 evening, marking a significant escalation in cross-border tensions.
Indian PM Modi could meet Iranian President Pezeshkian at the BRICS Summit
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian could meet on the sideline of the BRICS Summit. New Delhi and Tehran remain in touch to finalise the meeting.
Israel strikes Hezbollah-linked banks in Lebanon
Israel launched strikes on branches of Al-Qard Al-Hassan, a Hezbollah-linked financial association, across Lebanon late on October 20.
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Hezbollah leader relocated to Tehran
Hezbollah's Deputy Secretary-General Naim Qassem has been residing in Tehran since early October, in a new revelation.
Hamas’ Sinwar filmed by drone before death
Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar was captured on video by an Israeli mini drone moments before he died in southern Gaza, throwing a stick at the device in an apparent final act of defiance
What happens now Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar is dead?
The Israel Defense Forces on October 17 confirmed the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar during operations in Rafah, Gaza.
Who was Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar?
Israel says it is investigating reports that Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, a key figure behind the October 7, 2023 attack on Israel, has been killed in a military operation.
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Iran summons Hungarian ambassador over new EU sanctions
Iran summoned the Hungarian ambassador to Tehran on October 15 to protest against new European Union sanctions on Iranian individuals and entities, the Iranian foreign ministry announced.
COMMENT: The Middle East's looming nuclear precipice
As rockets and drones rain down on Israel and Gaza burns, a far graver threat looms on the horizon. The Middle East, long a tinderbox of rivalries and resentments, stands on the brink of a nuclear arms race.
Oil prices jump 5% after Biden comments on potential Israel-Iran escalation
Crude oil prices surged 5% on October 3 after President Joe Biden said the United States was "discussing" the possibility of Israel striking Iran's oil industry.