Israel blackmails Palestinians to release its captives without compensation, Houthi leader says – Middle East Monitor

SummaryOn Saturday, armed illegal Israeli settlers attacked the Bedouin village of Ras Ein al-Auja in the occupied West Bank, damaging property and impeding access to land, according to human rights groups. The al-Baydar Organization reported a significant escalation in settler violence against Bedouin communities, with 60 illegal outposts established since the Gaza war began on October 7, 2023, leading to the displacement of around 2,000 Palestinians. Tensions remain high in the West Bank, with at...

A campaign led by segments of the Zionist lobby in Brazil has targeted Professor Arlene Clemesha, a scholar at the University of São Paulo, for her outspoken support of the Palestinian cause and recent comments on the "genocide in Gaza." Following her appearance on a podcast discussing anti-Semitism and anti-Zionism, Clemesha faced a wave of online threats from radical right-wing groups. Despite the backlash and a climate of fear among academics, she remains committed to...

The Palestinian Ministry of Health has issued a grave warning that 200,000 people with chronic illnesses are at imminent risk due to Israeli forces' ongoing closure of crossings, jeopardizing hospital operations in Gaza. Khalil Al-Daqran from Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital highlighted the catastrophic healthcare situation, stating that children are severely affected by both direct attacks and the lack of essential medicines. Dr. Marwan Al-Hams reported a total collapse of medical services, with hospitals unable to admit...

The United States and Iran are resuming high-stakes negotiations in Rome regarding Tehran's nuclear program, following constructive talks a week prior in Muscat. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi expressed cautious optimism about the U.S. side's seriousness while asserting that Iran's right to enrich uranium is non-negotiable. With the deadline for triggering the "snapback" mechanism on sanctions approaching, both sides face pressure to reach an agreement as Iran enriches uranium beyond the limits of the 2015...

SummaryIran and the United States are set to engage in indirect nuclear talks in Rome, mediated by Oman, following a constructive previous round in Muscat. Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff will negotiate under the looming threat of military action from President Trump if diplomacy fails, with both sides expressing a commitment to pursuing a deal despite significant gaps in their positions. Tehran is willing to negotiate curbs on its nuclear...

SummaryIsrael is considering a limited military strike on Iran's nuclear facilities despite U.S. President Donald Trump's reluctance to support such action, emphasizing diplomacy. Israeli officials aim to prevent Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons and have proposed various strike options to the U.S. over recent months. While an attack could be smaller and require less American support, it risks straining U.S.-Israel relations, especially amid ongoing nuclear negotiations between U.S. and Iranian officials. Full Article