Middle East

Metropolitan Police faces fresh questions over crackdown on pro-Palestine protest

Metropolitan Police faces fresh questions over crackdown on pro-Palestine protest

MPs, unions call for inquiry into London police's handling of pro-Palestine protest. Allegations include excessive force, unjust arrests.

Protests and bloodshed at Tishreen Dam, the Syrian war’s last faultline

Protests and bloodshed at Tishreen Dam, the Syrian war’s last faultline

Syrian civilians protesting at Tishrin Dam were struck by drones. 24 killed, 221 injured. Turkey denies targeting civilians, blames SDF. Conflict continues.

The international community can protect the ICC from Trump's sanctions. Here's how

The international community can protect the ICC from Trump's sanctions. Here's how

Trump may sanction ICC over Israeli warrants, potentially disrupting court. EU, others may counter via existing mechanisms. Court faces existential threat.

Thank God we got out': Released Palestinians recall years in Israeli prison

Thank God we got out': Released Palestinians recall years in Israeli prison

Released Palestinians recount harsh prison abuse, including solitary confinement and violence. They were freed in exchange for Israeli captives. Joy is mixed with trauma.

Hamas releases three Israeli captives in exchange for 183 Palestinians

Hamas releases three Israeli captives in exchange for 183 Palestinians

Hamas freed 3 Israeli hostages in exchange for 183 Palestinian prisoners. Rafah crossing opened for Gaza patients. Ceasefire talks to resume.

The PA and Israel are allies in silencing the truth

The PA and Israel are allies in silencing the truth

Palestinian journalist Shatha Al-Sabbagh was killed, allegedly by PA snipers. The PA also banned Al Jazeera and arrested a journalist, mirroring Israel's press suppression. PA's history shows a trend of journalist abuse, also in Gaza.