Israeli Strikes on Gaza Kills Over 400, in Breakdown of Cease-Fire

When an Israeli airstrike hit a building in Beit Lahia, Gaza, tensions were already high due to an evacuation order and ongoing conflict with Hamas. The strike sparked rare protests against Hamas in Gaza, with residents demanding an end to the war and Hamas's rule. While Hamas has supporters, protesters hope to show that not all of Gaza supports the group and that they want peace and a better future. Full Article

Israel hosted a conference on fighting anti-Semitism, attended by European far-right politicians, including Hungary's Fidesz and France's National Rally. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar denounced the rise of "new anti-Semitism" fueled by a radical-left and Islamist alliance. The event sparked controversy, with some guests cancelling appearances in protest, while others, like RN president Jordan Bardella, visited sites of past attacks in Israel to show solidarity against terrorism. Full Article

The bombshell revelation of a group chat involving Trump administration officials discussing U.S. airstrikes against the Houthi militia in Yemen exposed the administration's goal of reopening shipping lanes to the Suez Canal by deterring Houthi attacks on commercial ships. However, experts warn that air power alone may not defeat the Houthis, and a land invasion or occupation may be necessary. The Houthis have used U.S. strikes to bolster their position and escalate regional tensions, despite...

The U.S. military has been conducting daily strikes against Houthi militia targets in Yemen since March 15, with details on the attacks being limited since March 17. The strikes, part of a new offensive, aim to pressure the Iranian-backed group and disrupt their attacks on international shipping lanes. While the Pentagon has not disclosed specific targets or casualties, President Trump has expressed confidence in the success of the operation. Full Article

Gen. Abdel Fattah al-Burhan returned to the presidential palace in Khartoum after the SAF regained control of the area and the city's airport. The army has wrested near-complete control of the capital from the RSF, with Burhan declaring "Khartoum is free." The SAF also launched an attack on Darfur, indicating a potential escalation in the conflict and threatening retaliation against Chad for supporting the RSF. Full Article

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's arrest of Istanbul's elected mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, has intensified concerns about Turkey's drift towards autocracy, sparking widespread protests. Erdogan's move to eliminate Imamoglu as a political threat has raised risks for his grip on power, with tens of thousands taking to the streets in protest. While Erdogan faces mounting opposition and financial challenges, his control over media and political institutions may still help him maintain power despite growing discontent. Full Article