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The predominantly Druze city of Sweida witnessed violence after government forces entered, purportedly to restore order amid sectarian clashes, but instead engaged in executions, looting, and arson, prompting mass civilian flight. Despite a declared ceasefire, reports of abuses continued, with government and allied Bedouin fighters attacking Druze neighborhoods and committing atrocities against residents. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The people in a city in Syria thought that soldiers coming to help would stop...

Saudi Arabia condemned Israel’s air strikes in Syria, describing them as a “blatant and ongoing aggression” and a violation of international law. The Saudi Foreign Ministry expressed support for the Syrian government's efforts to restore stability and called for the international community to oppose escalating Israeli attacks, which coincided with a ceasefire in Suwayda following recent violent clashes. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Saudi Arabia said it is very upset with Israel for...

Thousands of Afghans who aided the UK were relocated to Britain following a 2022 data breach that exposed their identities, risking their safety; Defence Minister John Healey announced the Afghan Response Route scheme, which has brought 900 Afghans and 3,600 family members to the UK at a cost of approximately £400 million. Despite prior secrecy due to the leak, Healey acknowledged the breach as a serious error and stated that the scheme has now concluded,...

The Israeli army conducted military raids across the occupied West Bank, detaining at least 35 Palestinians, including children and former prisoners, according to prisoners’ affairs groups. Since October 2023, over 18,000 Palestinians have been arrested in the West Bank, with 998 killed and over 7,000 injured due to ongoing violence, as highlighted by the Palestinian Health Ministry. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The Israeli army took many Palestinians, including kids, from their homes...

At least 12 people, including seven Syrians and three Lebanese, were killed in Israeli air strikes targeting Hezbollah military compounds in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley, marking the deadliest attacks since a ceasefire ended a year of fighting. The Israeli military stated these strikes aimed at preventing Hezbollah from rebuilding its capabilities, which it views as a threat to Israel's security. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Israeli air strikes in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley killed at...

The Islamic Resistance Movement, Hamas, accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of obstructing ceasefire and prisoner swap negotiations, asserting his reluctance to reach an agreement. Meanwhile, Egypt, Qatar, and the U.S. are intensifying efforts for a ceasefire in Gaza, with reported meetings aimed at overcoming obstacles, following Hamas’s proposal to release ten detainees. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Hamas says that the leader of Israel, Netanyahu, isn't trying to make peace and is...