Crowds cheer, families hug as Palestinian prisoners released

SummaryLast month, Saudi Arabia's defense minister conveyed a warning to Iranian officials in Tehran, urging them to take President Trump’s nuclear negotiation offer seriously to prevent potential war with Israel. During the April 17 meeting, Prince Khalid bin Salman emphasized that the U.S. administration desires a swift agreement, as the diplomatic window is closing. Iranian officials expressed a willingness to negotiate for economic relief but voiced concerns about the unpredictable nature of U.S. demands regarding...

In Gaza City, chaos has erupted due to food shortages and a breakdown of security, with reports of looting and violence as desperate residents search for aid. An Israeli airstrike killed seven Hamas police officers attempting to restore order amidst increasing lawlessness, while at least 44 people died across the territory, including during a clash at a UN food warehouse. Witnesses described scenes of thousands rushing aid distribution centers, leading to further desperation as many...

SummaryA senior Hamas official announced rejection of a new US ceasefire proposal which includes the exchange of hostages for a 60-day truce, claiming it does not address key demands like ending the war. Despite Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu reportedly accepting the plan, he maintains Israel will continue military operations until all hostages are released. The ongoing conflict has resulted in significant casualties, with nearly 54,249 people killed in Gaza since the war began in October...

SummaryGaza is facing forced starvation, according to a top UN official, Tom Fletcher, who spoke to the BBC. He emphasized the global responsibility to increase aid efforts in Gaza and to take action to prevent genocide. In response, Israel has accused Hamas of stealing food aid and claimed that the UN has not cooperated with their military-organized aid distribution efforts. Full Article

Riyadh's new metro, inaugurated in December after a decade of construction, is transforming social dynamics in Saudi Arabia by allowing diverse social classes to interact for the first time, as commuters of varying backgrounds share the same journeys. Civil servant Zayed al-Ghamdi noted that the metro has facilitated new connections and reduced his commute stress, while sociologist Mohammed Al-Hamza emphasized its significant impact on societal mindsets. As part of the "Vision 2030" reform initiative, the...

Over 1,300 Israeli academics have signed a letter organized by "Black Flag," calling for an end to Israel's violence in Gaza, warning of a moral collapse within Israeli society. They accuse the government of committing war crimes and urge universities to mobilize against the atrocities, highlighting the complicity of academic institutions. The letter emphasizes the need to deradicalize society and resist the dehumanization of Palestinians, echoing a growing international outcry against the ongoing violence in...