Middle East

Turkey deepens ties with Somalia and Ethiopia through political deals

Turkey deepens ties with Somalia and Ethiopia through political deals

Turkey expands Horn of Africa ties, signing deals with Djibouti, Ethiopia, & Somalia's ruling parties. Aims for cooperation, trade, and regional influence.

UNRWA chief says Israel’s ban will be disastrous

UNRWA chief says Israel’s ban will be disastrous

UNRWA head warns Israeli ban will severely disrupt Gaza aid, impacting ceasefire. US supports ban, while UN officials fear catastrophic effects. Israel severs ties.

Bittersweet homecoming for Palestinians returning to Gaza City

Bittersweet homecoming for Palestinians returning to Gaza City

Displaced Palestinians return to northern Gaza after 15 months of bombing. 375,000+ have returned, finding ruins but expressing joy despite lacking basic necessities.

Analysis: Hamas has been hit hard by Israel, but is not out in Gaza

Analysis: Hamas has been hit hard by Israel, but is not out in Gaza

Blinken admits Hamas resilience despite Israel's campaign. Hamas maintains Gaza presence, with fighters & infrastructure intact. Gazan views mixed.

Two Palestinians killed as Israeli army expands deadly raids in West Bank

Two Palestinians killed as Israeli army expands deadly raids in West Bank

Israeli raids in West Bank killed 2 Palestinians. Jenin operation expanded, displacing thousands. Homes demolished, medical aid blocked. 884 killed since Oct 2023.

Four Israeli hostages released by Hamas during staged handover

Four Israeli hostages released by Hamas during staged handover

Four Israeli soldiers freed, 200 Palestinians released in exchange. Israel accuses Hamas of ceasefire violation over unreleased hostage. Tensions remain.