Israel’s Newest Army Recruits: the Ultra-Orthodox

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

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced his intention to dismiss Shin Bet head Ronen Bar due to a lack of trust, sparking a political dispute as Bar accused Netanyahu of seeking "personal loyalty." The move comes amid tensions over agency reforms and an investigation into Netanyahu's aides receiving payments from Qatar during the Gaza war. Bar refuted claims that his dismissal was related to the agency's failure to prevent a Hamas attack, emphasizing the need for...

President Trump ordered large-scale military strikes on Houthi-controlled targets in Yemen, resulting in the deaths of at least 31 people including women and children. The Houthis, backed by Iran, have vowed to retaliate. The U.S. airstrikes targeted various areas in Yemen, causing casualties and damage. The U.S. described the attacks as successful and effective, aiming to defend American interests. The Houthis have suspended attacks in the Red Sea, but threatened to resume after Israel instituted...

Yemen's Iran-backed Huthis vowed to retaliate after deadly US air strikes, causing at least 31 deaths and 101 injuries, mostly women and children, in various areas. US President Trump threatened further strikes if Huthis continue attacks on shipping vessels, prompting Huthis to warn of a response. The Huthis, part of the pro-Iran "axis of resistance", have conducted numerous attacks on ships, leading to US strikes and condemnation from Iran and Hamas, with calls for political...

In the besieged Sudanese city of El-Fasher, Nafisa Malik shelters her children from the ongoing war between the RSF and Sudan's army, causing widespread destruction and fear among residents. The army holds the city against RSF attacks, with residents seeking refuge in makeshift bunkers and underground shelters to survive the relentless bombardments. As the conflict intensifies, the city faces a humanitarian crisis, with famine declared in displacement camps and aid agencies struggling to provide assistance...