Middle East

Israeli siege of north Gaza leaves 5,000 dead, missing after 100 days

Israeli siege of north Gaza leaves 5,000 dead, missing after 100 days

Gaza siege escalates, ~5000 dead/missing, 9500 injured. Attacks on shelters, hospitals. Aid blocked. Ceasefire talks underway, no end in sight.

Syria does not need a ‘handshake litmus test’

Syria does not need a ‘handshake litmus test’

German & French ministers met Syrian leader Shala after Assad's fall. Western media focused on a handshake snub instead of key issues like stability & recovery.

Iran welcomes return of national held in Italy in spat involving the US

Iran welcomes return of national held in Italy in spat involving the US

Iran freed Abedini, arrested in Italy on US request, after a "misunderstanding." Italy revoked arrest. Journalist's release unrelated. Tensions high.

Barcelona hand Real Madrid latest El Clasico hammering to claim Supercopa

Barcelona hand Real Madrid latest El Clasico hammering to claim Supercopa

Barcelona defeated Real Madrid 5-2 in the Spanish Super Cup final. Despite Mbappe's goal, Barca scored five. Real Madrid had a player sent off.

Second synagogue in Sydney, Australia defaced with anti-Semitic graffiti

Second synagogue in Sydney, Australia defaced with anti-Semitic graffiti

Sydney synagogues vandalized with anti-Semitic graffiti. Police task force formed. Incidents linked to rising hate and strained Israel relations.

Israel steps up Gaza attacks amid renewed ceasefire push

Israel steps up Gaza attacks amid renewed ceasefire push

Israeli attacks in Gaza killed civilians, including children, at a school and other locations. Ceasefire talks are ongoing. Humanitarian crisis worsens.