Saudi foreign minister to make rare, landmark visit to Ramallah amid push for Palestinian statehood – Middle East Monitor

LONDON (Reuters)Four pro-Palestinian activists are set to stand trial in January 2027 for breaking into a British military air base and damaging two Voyager planes in a protest against UK support for Israel, causing £7 million in damages. Charged with conspiracy to enter a prohibited place and commit criminal damage, the group Palestine Action faces recent anti-terrorism legislation that could label it as a terrorist organization. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Four people...

LONDON (Reuters)Egyptian real estate mogul Hisham Talaat Moustafa successfully dismissed a lawsuit in London from former kickboxer Riyadh Al-Azzawi, who claimed psychological harm from the murder of Lebanese pop star Suzanne Tamim, ordered by Moustafa. The judge noted that the case was filed too late and should be heard in Dubai, where it is deemed more appropriate. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Egyptian businessman Hisham Talaat Moustafa won a court case in London...

Hundreds of Argentines commemorated the 1994 AMIA bombing, which killed 85, demanding justice as no trial has occurred. An Argentine court linked Iran and Hezbollah to the attack, while survivors hope for progress under President Milei, despite ongoing criticisms of the state's investigation and the controversial trial in absentia for ten defendants. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Hundreds of people in Argentina gathered to remember a terrible event from 1994 when a bomb...

The last operational hospital in Sweida, Syria, is overwhelmed as it faces a surge of violence between Druze fighters and local Bedouin tribes, resulting in over 400 bodies arriving since Monday, with deceased individuals now lining the streets. Medical staff, severely under-resourced and lacking basic necessities, are struggling to care for the wounded amidst accusations of government abuses and a rising death toll nearing 600, prompting calls from the UN for investigations into the violence....

Nearly 70% of Gaza's buildings have been destroyed or severely damaged due to a systematic policy of destruction, with 89% in Rafah alone, as reported by Hebrew University’s GIS Centre. Israeli officials, including Prime Minister Netanyahu, acknowledge this devastation, raising concerns over potential genocide, as conditions for Gazans worsen with mass displacement and lack of basic services. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: In Gaza, many buildings have been destroyed, making it very hard...

Hamas' armed wing spokesperson stated that while the group seeks an interim truce in the Gaza war, it may demand a full deal if negotiations fail, reiterating its offer to release hostages for a ceasefire. Ongoing talks mediated by Qatar and Egypt face disputes over key issues, with Hamas insisting on war termination and Israel's Prime Minister Netanyahu emphasizing disarmament of Hamas as a condition for ending hostilities. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5:...