Middle East

ICC chief prosecutor meets Syria’s de facto leader

ICC chief prosecutor meets Syria’s de facto leader

ICC Prosecutor visited Syria's new leader, Shar’a, to discuss justice for war crimes. Syria isn't an ICC member, blocking investigation. UN supports evidence collection.

Qatar’s PM calls for Gaza ceasefire agreement to be ‘fully implemented’

Qatar’s PM calls for Gaza ceasefire agreement to be ‘fully implemented’

Qatari PM urges full Gaza ceasefire implementation & UN resolution. Mediated deal includes prisoner exchange, aid, & Israeli withdrawal. Qatar also seeks lifting of Syrian sanctions.

Former CIA employee pleads guilty to leaking files on Israel’s Iran strikes

Former CIA employee pleads guilty to leaking files on Israel’s Iran strikes

Ex-CIA agent Asif Rahman pled guilty to leaking classified intel about Israel's planned attacks on Iran, facing 20 years. He was arrested in Cambodia.

Israeli cabinet approves Gaza ceasefire deal with Hamas

Israeli cabinet approves Gaza ceasefire deal with Hamas

Israel & Hamas truce begins Sunday, exchanging hostages for prisoners. 6-week phase, aid surge, IDF withdraws, PA seeks control.

Israel and the Palestinians: History of the conflict explained

Israel and the Palestinians: History of the conflict explained

Israel-Palestine conflict: rooted in land disputes, wars, and displacement since 1948. Two-state solution is internationally favored, opposed by some.

Gaza ceasefire deal kindles hope of hostage son's return to Nepal

Gaza ceasefire deal kindles hope of hostage son's return to Nepal

Nepali student Bipin Joshi was kidnapped by Hamas in Israel. His family in Nepal anxiously awaits news, amidst a ceasefire. He's one of ten foreigners held.