Middle East

Israel's military chief resigns over 7 October 2023 failures

Israel's military chief resigns over 7 October 2023 failures

IDF Chief Halevi and Southern Cmdr Finkelman resigned, taking responsibility for Oct 7th attack. Halevi cited failures, pledged transparency, but noted war progress.

Eight Palestinians killed as Israel launches operation in Jenin

Eight Palestinians killed as Israel launches operation in Jenin

Israeli forces killed 9 Palestinians, injured 35 in Jenin operation. Settler violence also surged, with attacks on villages & property damage. US lifted sanctions.

Israel drops case against five men accused of murdering Palestinian captive

Israel drops case against five men accused of murdering Palestinian captive

Israel dropped probe into killing of bound Palestinian, citing suspect boasting. Soldiers in rape case released to house arrest; public backlash occurred.

Prevent under renewed scrutiny over Southport attack failings

Prevent under renewed scrutiny over Southport attack failings

UK's "Prevent" program faces scrutiny after a teen, flagged 3 times, committed a deadly attack. New commissioner appointed amid criticism and failings.

Iraq: Revised 'sectarian' law that raised fears over child marriage passed without vote

Iraq: Revised 'sectarian' law that raised fears over child marriage passed without vote

Iraq passed a "sectarian" law, possibly legalizing child marriage. It requires choosing Sunni or Shia for family law, raising concerns about women's rights.

With Trump in office, Afghan refugees cannot seek asylum in US

With Trump in office, Afghan refugees cannot seek asylum in US

Trump administration suspended Afghan refugee flights, affecting those in transit, not pre-approved visa holders. Move leaves many displaced and vulnerable.