Tunisian court issues sentences of 13 to 66 years in ‘conspiracy against state security’ case – Middle East Monitor

Thousands of Israelis gathered in Tel Aviv on Saturday to demand the return of hostages in Gaza, with many attendees being family members of the captives. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated he would not end the ongoing war until Hamas's capabilities are fully eliminated, rejecting a proposal from Hamas for a prisoner exchange and war cessation. Meanwhile, Hamas expressed readiness for negotiations to release hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners and other concessions, amid ongoing...

The Israeli army reported the death of Warrant Officer G’haleb Sliman Alnasasra and serious injuries to three soldiers, including a female officer, during a battle in northern Gaza. The Al-Qassam Brigades claimed responsibility for a “complex ambush” that resulted in the destruction of an Israeli tank and bulldozer, with the incident occurring in the Al-Tuffah neighborhood of Gaza City. Since the conflict began on October 7, 2023, the Israeli military has acknowledged 847 fatalities, while...

Israeli authorities denied Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa permission to visit Palestinian towns in the occupied West Bank, including Burqa, Deir Dibwan, Duma, and Qusra, which are facing attacks by illegal settlers. Mouayed Shaban from the Colonization and Wall and Resistance Commission stated that the refusal to coordinate the visit marks a "dangerous precedent," following pressure from settlers on the Israeli government. This denial occurs amid heightened tensions in the West Bank, where significant violence...

In recent years, a small number of Indonesian students have traveled to Israel for education, including at institutions like Ariel University in the occupied West Bank, despite Indonesia's longstanding support for Palestinian rights and its lack of diplomatic relations with Israel. This engagement raises concerns about Indonesia's credibility as a defender of Palestinian self-determination, suggesting hypocrisy in allowing citizens to benefit from Israeli institutions while publicly opposing the occupation. Ultimately, Indonesia should reconsider these exchanges...

The US conducted airstrikes on approximately 50 Houthi targets in Yemen, including locations in Sana'a, Hodeidah, and Amran, as reported by Saudi state-owned Al-Arabiya. These strikes followed earlier attacks on the Ras Isa fuel port, a key resource for the Houthis, resulting in nearly 80 deaths and 150 injuries, with US Central Command stating the aim was to hinder the group's economic and military capabilities. The escalation reflects ongoing military operations against the Iran-backed Houthi...

Hezbollah’s leader, Naim Qassem, asserted that his group will not disarm despite Lebanese government efforts to control its influence, especially in southern Lebanon, as evidenced by recent Israeli airstrikes targeting Hezbollah operatives. Qassem claimed that disarming Hezbollah would facilitate Israeli expansion into Lebanon, while emphasizing the group's role in resisting Israeli aggression. Although Hezbollah appears weaker than before, it remains a powerful organization, posing ongoing challenges for the Lebanese state and regional stability. Full...