Middle East

Trump requests trillion dollar investment after $600bn offer from Saudi crown prince

Trump requests trillion dollar investment after $600bn offer from Saudi crown prince

Trump wants Saudi Arabia to invest $1T in the US, up from a reported $600B. He wants them to lower oil prices, potentially ending the Ukraine war.

Hezbollah demands Israeli forces complete withdrawal from Lebanon on time

Hezbollah demands Israeli forces complete withdrawal from Lebanon on time

Hezbollah demands full Israeli withdrawal from S. Lebanon per ceasefire. Israel says progress is slow, may seek extension. Hezbollah threatens resistance.

What is Israel’s deadly ‘Iron Wall’ military raid in the West Bank’s Jenin?

What is Israel’s deadly ‘Iron Wall’ military raid in the West Bank’s Jenin?

Post-ceasefire, settler attacks and Israeli military ops in the West Bank escalated, killing 12 Palestinians in Jenin. Settlers targeted released prisoners' homes.

Italy defends expulsion of Libyan war crimes suspect

Italy defends expulsion of Libyan war crimes suspect

Italy arrested, then released, a Libyan war crime suspect (Njeem) due to legal flaws. He was quickly deported, citing "social danger." ICC and opposition criticized the move.

Sudan’s army accused of ethnic killings after recapturing strategic city

Sudan’s army accused of ethnic killings after recapturing strategic city

Sudanese army accused of ethnic cleansing in Gezira after retaking Wad Madani. Killings, abuses by army & RSF continue. Investigation announced.

Trump pulls security protections for Mike Pompeo, John Bolton

Trump pulls security protections for Mike Pompeo, John Bolton

Trump revoked security for ex-advisors Pompeo, Bolton, Hook, seen as retaliation for past policy & criticisms. They face threats, decision called irresponsible.