Iran accuses US of ‘provocative statements’ ahead of nuclear talks

The Barbados government is being urged to cut diplomatic ties with Israel due to civilian deaths in Gaza, as highlighted during a solidarity rally outside the US Embassy organized by advocacy groups. The event, coinciding with the fifth anniversary of George Floyd's death, condemned global injustices and called for unity against American imperialism. Speakers, including David Denny and Lalu Hanuman, emphasized the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza and the need for solidarity with Palestine, while...

British foreign minister David Lammy announced that Morocco's 2007 autonomy plan for Western Sahara is the "most credible" solution to the long-standing dispute, marking a shift from the UK's previous support for self-determination. Morocco, which largely controls the territory, has gained backing for its plan from Spain, Germany, and France, while the UN maintains Western Sahara as a non-self-governing territory. Lammy emphasized the need for urgent negotiations that focus on Morocco's autonomy proposal, as the...

Israeli gunfire reportedly killed at least 31 Palestinians near a US-backed aid distribution site in Rafah, with both Israeli military and the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation denying the incident. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza worsens as the UN warns of famine risk after over two months without aid, despite Israel easing its blockade and introducing a new aid mechanism. As violence continues, calls for a ceasefire intensify, with humanitarian leaders emphasizing the need for safe and...

Iraq and Lebanon's Call for Gaza RescueIraq and Lebanon issued a joint plea to rescue the besieged Gaza Strip, enduring over 20 months of Israeli attacks, during a press conference in Baghdad between Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun. Sudani condemned Israeli aggression on both Lebanese and Syrian territories and called for immediate intervention to protect Gazans amid international silence, while Aoun emphasized Lebanon's commitment to sovereignty and stability. The...

An Arab-Islamic ministerial delegation held a virtual meeting with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas after Israel prohibited their visit to Ramallah, aiming to promote a just peace amidst ongoing conflict. Jordan's Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi condemned Israeli actions as destructive to the two-state solution and called for urgent international intervention to halt the Gaza war, citing horrific humanitarian conditions. The delegation, which included foreign ministers from various countries, sought to address Palestinian statehood and the crisis...

SummarySaudi Arabia's Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud, criticized Israel's refusal to permit an Arab ministerial delegation to the West Bank, labeling it a sign of "extremism and rejection of peace." This statement was made during a press conference in Amman with Jordanian, Egyptian, and Bahraini counterparts, following the blocked visit intended to discuss Palestinian statehood. The situation underscores Israel's resistance to diplomatic efforts and the increasing pressure for a two-state solution from the...