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A large group of civilians attacked a UN patrol in southern Lebanon on Friday, damaging vehicles but causing no injuries. The UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) stated that the patrol was on a routine operation, and the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) escorted the troops back to base after being notified. UNIFIL emphasized that its mandate under UN Security Council Resolution 1701 guarantees freedom of movement in its operational area, regardless of LAF accompaniment. Full...

On May 15, 2025, the Palestine Museum opened its first branch in Europe, located in Scotland, coinciding with the 77th anniversary of the Nakba, which marks the displacement of nearly a million Palestinians in 1948. The event attracted cheering crowds as Palestinians around the world commemorated this significant day in their history. The museum aims to promote Palestinian culture and heritage, fostering awareness and understanding of their narrative in a European context. Full Article

The Syrian government and DP World signed an $800 million memorandum of understanding to develop the port of Tartous, following the lifting of US sanctions. This agreement aims to establish a multi-purpose terminal and includes the creation of industrial and free trade zones. The deal coincides with US President Donald Trump's decision to lift sanctions, which he announced after discussions with Saudi and Turkish leaders, facilitating foreign investment and humanitarian engagement in Syria's rebuilding efforts....

SummaryQatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed Bin Abdulrahman Al Thani criticized Israel for escalating air strikes on the Gaza Strip amid ongoing peace negotiations, highlighting a lack of interest in truce efforts. He noted that Israel's military actions contradict the progress made in the release of American citizen Edan Alexander and expressed concerns about the ongoing occupation of Palestinian and Syrian territories. Al Thani emphasized the need for meaningful negotiations to resolve the conflict, while expressing...

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has proposed further easing of sanctions on Syria to facilitate funding for ministries involved in reconstruction and migration, following a statement from US President Donald Trump about lifting sanctions. The EU foreign ministers will discuss this proposal, which includes funding for Syria’s ministries of defense and interior, at an upcoming Brussels meeting. The proposal also suggests lifting sanctions on the Commercial Bank of Syria while retaining measures against individuals...

France has initiated legal action against Iran at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) concerning two French citizens, Cecile Kohler and Jacques Paris, detained in Iran for three years on unsubstantiated espionage charges. The French government accuses Iran of failing to provide consular protection and describes their detention conditions as torturous, asserting that they are being held as "state hostages" among other Europeans during heightened tensions over Iran's nuclear program. Kohler and Paris are regarded...