Syria’s Leader, Ahmed al-Shara, Names Transitional Government

A hospital in Beersheba, Israel, was struck by missiles fired from Iran, which claimed it targeted a nearby military site; Israel reported 271 injuries and at least 24 deaths amid ongoing conflict. Israel's military retaliated by targeting Iranian nuclear sites, stating that the Iranian Supreme Leader could be a target, while the UN expressed concern over civilian casualties. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Iran shot missiles at a hospital in Israel, and Israel...

Fourteen military cargo planes from the US and Germany have arrived in Israel, delivering equipment to support its military amid escalating conflict with Iran following Israeli airstrikes that began on June 13. The Israeli defense ministry reported that this shipment is part of ongoing air and sea operations and follows over 800 military cargo deliveries since the onset of the Gaza conflict on October 7, 2023. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Fourteen big...

El Salvador has extradited two members of the Lev Tahor sect, under investigation for alleged child abuse, to Guatemala and Israel. Eluzur Rumpler, accused of mistreating students, was sent to Israel, while Jonathan Cardona was extradited to Guatemala to face charges of rape and human trafficking after authorities rescued 160 minors from the sect's facility. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Some people from a group called Lev Tahor did bad things to kids,...

Nine EU countries, led by Belgium, have urged the European Commission to evaluate the legality of trade linked to illegal Israeli settlements in Palestinian territories, following an International Court of Justice opinion advising against such activities. Belgium's Foreign Minister emphasized the importance of aligning trade practices with international law to reflect European values and responsibilities. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Nine countries in Europe are asking for help to make sure that buying...

European foreign ministers from the E3 (UK, France, Germany) are set to meet with Iran to address rising tensions surrounding its nuclear program and recent airstrikes. The discussions aim to navigate diplomatic efforts amid concerns over Iran's nuclear ambitions and potential military actions. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The leaders of three countries are talking to Iran because they want to make sure Iran doesn't make any dangerous weapons and to keep everyone...

Caribbean Against Apartheid in Palestine (CAAP) and the Caribbean Movement for Peace and Integration have filed a groundbreaking court application in Barbados, accusing Israel of genocide and crimes against humanity due to its actions against Palestinians. The application calls for the arrest of Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) members entering Barbados and declares Israel's actions as committing genocide and apartheid. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A group in the Caribbean is saying that Israel...