Israel warns south Lebanon residents to ‘not return’

Sara, a journalist in Dubai, faces financial uncertainty after Alhurra TV, the only Arabic-language US station, abruptly ceased operations and laid off its staff due to budget cuts under the Trump administration. The station, which struggled to compete in a crowded media landscape, informed its 99 Dubai employees of their immediate dismissal via email, leaving them to fight for mandated end-of-service payments. The closure reflects a shift in US media strategy under Trump, who prefers...

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa met with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris, marking his first European visit since the fall of Bashar al-Assad. Amidst international scrutiny over human rights and recent sectarian violence, which left over 1,700 dead, Macron aims to support the new Syrian authorities while demanding accountability for extremist activities linked to Sharaa’s past with Al-Qaeda. The meeting has drawn criticism from the French far right, highlighting concerns over Sharaa's connections to jihadist...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced an impending military offensive in Gaza aimed at capturing territory and defeating Hamas, coinciding with Donald Trump's upcoming diplomatic trip. The offensive is expected to exacerbate humanitarian crises, with over two million Palestinian civilians facing starvation due to Israel's blockade, which has drawn international condemnation for violating humanitarian principles. Critics argue that the prolonged conflict serves Netanyahu's political interests rather than national security, as public support for the...

Pentagon says some 62 US soldiers injured at Gaza aid pierA Pentagon Inspector General report revealed that over 60 service members were injured during former President Joe Biden's floating aid pier operation in Gaza, significantly more than previously reported. The pier, announced in March 2024, aimed to deliver aid but faced operational challenges, being effective for only 20 days and costing $230 million. Although no deaths occurred, the report indicated that the military did not...

The article critiques the international community's complicity in Israel's actions in Gaza, likening current events to the early years of Zionism, where human rights violations became normalized. It highlights Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's declaration of intent to occupy Gaza, indicating that hostages are sacrificed for territorial gain, reflecting a colonial mindset. The narrative emphasizes the need to acknowledge the historical context of Palestinian suffering and questions how Israelis would perceive the situation without the...

The United States and Yemen's Huthis have agreed to a ceasefire, ensuring "freedom of navigation" in the Red Sea amid recent attacks on shipping. President Trump announced the cessation of US bombings after the Huthis pledged to stop targeting ships, though tensions remain high with ongoing strikes against Israel and threats from Huthi leaders of retaliation. The ceasefire follows a seven-week US campaign resulting in significant casualties, while regional tensions escalate due to Israel's military...