Taliban Talks With U.N. Go On Despite Alarm Over Exclusion of Women

The Israeli government approved Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's ouster of Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar, leading to Bar's refusal to attend the meeting and a likely legal challenge in the Supreme Court. The move comes amid renewed conflict with Gaza, street protests, and concerns about the erosion of democracy and the rule of law under Netanyahu's coalition. Protests against the decision turned violent, reflecting broader tensions over government overreach and accusations of corruption within the...

Hamas fired rockets at Tel Aviv in response to Israeli military operations in Gaza, resulting in over 504 deaths, including more than 190 children. Israel closed off Gaza's main route as troops expanded ground operations, leading to widespread condemnation and calls for a ceasefire from grieving families and international observers. The UN agency for Palestinian refugees and Iran's supreme leader condemned Israel's actions, while Israeli forces continued airstrikes resulting in a total death toll of...

Dubai announces Eid al-Fitr holidays from the 1st to the 3rd of Shawwal 1446 AH, with a possible extension if Ramadan lasts 30 days, excluding employees working in essential services. The city will host family-friendly activities, including fireworks displays, live entertainment, children's activities, shopping promotions, and luxury dining experiences, making Dubai a top destination for celebrating Eid al-Fitr. More details on event schedules and offers will be released soon. Full Article

President Trump vowed to “completely annihilate” the Iran-backed Houthi militant group in Yemen through U.S. military strikes, urging Tehran to cease supplying them with military equipment. American forces have been targeting Houthi sites in Yemen to prevent attacks on commercial ships, with Trump warning of escalating actions until the group stops its aggression and Iran is held accountable for supporting them. The strikes have caused significant damage, with the military aiming to restore freedom of...

Israeli ground forces pushed deeper into the Gaza Strip, seizing part of the Netzarim Corridor in the most significant ground operation since the cease-fire collapse with Hamas, following a wide-scale aerial bombardment. More than 400 people were killed in the airstrikes, prompting Israel to deploy soldiers along the corridor to create a buffer zone. As tensions escalated, Israeli leaders threatened further military action to pressure Hamas for favorable settlement terms, while Hamas vowed not to...

The United Arab Emirates facilitated a prisoners-of-war swap between Ukraine and Russia, with 175 captives from each side being returned home, bringing the total to 3,233 people returned through Emirati mediation. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked the UAE for their efforts, as the exchange followed a call between US President Trump and Russian President Putin, where Putin agreed to halt attacks on energy infrastructure but rejected a proposed 30-day ceasefire. Efforts by the UAE and Saudi...