Netanyahu’s Growing Rift With Israel’s Military Raises Questions About Gaza War’s Future

Spain has reaffirmed its support for Morocco's 2007 autonomy plan for the Sahara region during a meeting between Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita and Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares in Madrid. Albares described the Moroccan proposal as the “most serious, realistic, and credible basis” for resolving the conflict, emphasizing Spain's recognition of the Sahara issue's significance to Morocco and its commitment to finding a solution under UN auspices. This development follows a period of...

Iraq has recognized Turkiye as a vital partner in enhancing regional stability, emphasizing their collaboration in security and defense. Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein noted that both nations are working together to address common challenges like terrorism and border management, while also highlighting Turkiye's influence in the recent political changes in Syria. Hussein condemned Israel's military actions in Syria and Gaza, labeling them as violations of international law that exacerbate regional tensions. Full Article

SummaryUNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini criticized Israel's ban on international media in Gaza, stating it promotes disinformation and dehumanization amid ongoing conflict. Since the war's escalation 1.5 years ago, the ban has hindered independent reporting, with Lazzarini highlighting the importance of accurate information for accountability. He noted that at least 210 journalists have been killed in Gaza since October 2023, amidst a brutal Israeli assault that has claimed over 51,000 Palestinian lives, predominantly women and children....

The US has introduced a new policy towards the Syrian government, easing sanctions under specific conditions, including the expulsion of Palestinian terrorists and addressing chemical weapons. The policy applies to President Ahmed al-Sharaa's administration, although the US does not recognize it as the legitimate government of Syria. Additionally, reports suggest a planned reduction of US troops in Syria, alongside increased military support in the region, including the deployment of aircraft and naval assets. Full Article

The US military has destroyed a fuel terminal in Yemen during strikes aimed at the Iranian-backed Houthis, specifically targeting the Red Sea port of Ras Isa to disrupt their supplies and funding. The Houthis reported at least 38 casualties, including paramedics, from the attack, which follows a recent escalation in US military actions against them. Additionally, since the onset of the Israel-Gaza war in October 2023, the Houthis have attacked commercial ships in the Red...

After nearly two years of war in Sudan, journalist Abdelmoneim Abu Idris Ali returned briefly to his devastated neighborhood in Khartoum, witnessing destruction and abandonment caused by the fighting between army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and paramilitary leader Mohamed Hamdan Daglo. Displaced multiple times, he ultimately sent his family to safety while he worked from Port Sudan, enduring personal loss and trauma as they fled violence and destruction. Despite recent military recaptures, millions remain uprooted,...