Protests as Israel court hears petitions against security chief sacking

Russian President Vladimir Putin met Alexander Trufanov, a Russian-Israeli man recently freed by Hamas after 498 days in captivity, and expressed gratitude for his release, attributing it to Russia's strong ties with the Palestinian people. Trufanov urged Putin to assist in securing the release of other hostages, emphasizing the emotional toll of their captivity on him. Putin assured Trufanov that efforts would continue to help free additional hostages, acknowledging Hamas's humanitarian gesture in his release....

SummaryBashar al-Assad, facing enemies in Damascus, used a private jet to transport cash, valuables, and documents to the UAE with the help of his economic adviser, Yasar Ibrahim, who orchestrated the operation amid escalating unrest. The Embraer Legacy 600 jet made four trips within 48 hours before Assad's regime fell, carrying unmarked bags with at least $500,000 and crucial intelligence about his economic network. Despite the smuggling operation, which reportedly required Assad's approval, the new...

The Trump Administration's crackdown on dissent among foreign students and higher education institutions poses a significant threat to free speech, contradicting the U.S.'s declared principles. This increased support for Israel, even amid violations of U.S. laws regarding arms in conflict zones, has led to accusations against activists and universities opposing the war in Gaza. Critics, including Congressman Jerry Nadler, argue that Trump exploits anti-Semitism to enforce authoritarian control, equating legitimate criticism of Israeli policies with...

Human Rights Watch (HRW) reported on the arbitrary detention practices in Tunisia, calling for the government to cease its crackdown on dissent and release all detainees amid trials of opposition figures on conspiracy charges. The report highlighted concerns over President Kais Saied's authoritarian rule since dissolving parliament in 2021, with arrest campaigns targeting political leaders, journalists, and activists, undermining the democratic gains from the 2011 Arab Spring. Saied labeled the accused as "traitors and terrorists,"...

Fourteen Gaza medics killed by Israeli forces last month, while identifiable in emergency service uniforms, appear to have been deliberately targeted, according to autopsy findings. The examinations revealed that 11 medics suffered gunshot wounds, including multiple shots to the chest, back, and head, with some exhibiting severe trauma. Despite initial Israeli claims that the medics were suspiciously advancing, video evidence showed marked emergency vehicles being fired upon, leading to a reassessment of the incident and...

SummaryIran's Foreign Minister, Abbas Araqchi, declared that Iran's right to enrich uranium is non-negotiable ahead of upcoming nuclear talks with the U.S. in Oman. This statement follows U.S. negotiator Steve Witkoff's demand for Iran to cease enrichment to secure a deal, which Araqchi criticized as contradictory. Additionally, Iran is expected to reject a U.S. proposal to transfer its enriched uranium to another country, emphasizing that the principle of enrichment remains a critical issue in the...