A Tunisian village’s fight for running water

Columbia University is facing backlash from President Trump due to massive funding cuts and a crackdown on student protesters, particularly the arrest of activist Mahmoud Khalil. Trump accuses the university of failing to protect Jewish students and demands drastic reforms, threatening to withhold $400 million in federal funding. The administration's actions are seen as an attempt to control academic freedom and impose a particular definition of anti-Semitism, raising concerns about the future of higher education...

Israeli forces launched a large-scale strike in Gaza, the first major attack since the cease-fire with Hamas began two months ago. The Israeli Defense Forces and Security Agency conducted extensive strikes on Hamas terror targets in the Gaza Strip early Tuesday. Despite ongoing negotiations for a permanent end to the conflict, the situation remains tense with accusations of truce violations from both sides. Full Article

Sudanese army forces advanced on Khartoum, converging with troops in the city centre on Monday, increasing pressure on rival paramilitaries and moving closer to retaking the capital. The latest push comes after breaking sieges on key military sites and aims to cement control over central Khartoum, escalating the conflict with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and resulting in civilian casualties and displacement. The army's advances in central Sudan and Khartoum indicate a potential reclamation of...

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's attempt to remove the head of Israel's domestic intelligence agency is part of a broader campaign by the government to exert more control over state institutions, including the judiciary and the attorney general. The move has sparked calls for mass protests and criticism from business leaders, reminiscent of the social unrest in 2023. Netanyahu's coalition aims to increase political influence over Supreme Court appointments and has a history of attempts to...

Germany launched a new pledging round of aid for Syria, with the EU hosting a donor drive after the ouster of Bashar al-Assad, marking the first time Syrian authorities will be represented at the conference. The focus is on supporting urgent humanitarian needs, as Syria remains in ruins with millions in need of assistance. Western powers are pushing for an inclusive political process and hope to secure funding for reconstruction efforts in the future. Full...

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's decision to oust the director of the Shin Bet, Israel's domestic intelligence agency, has raised concerns about the agency's independence. Netanyahu's effort to fire Ronen Bar, the agency's head, comes amid tensions with Israel's security establishment and Shin Bet investigations into allegations against Netanyahu aides. The move has sparked debate over political interference in security matters and potential implications for Israeli democracy. Full Article