Middle East
A Gaza ceasefire is the closest it has been in months. Here’s what we know
July 5, 2025
A Gaza ceasefire is the closest it has been in months. Here’s what we know
CNN — US President Donald Trump says he’s “optimistic” a ceasefire deal in Gaza could be agreed next week after…
Possible agreement reached between Damascus and Tel Aviv over Golan Heights: Report
July 5, 2025
Possible agreement reached between Damascus and Tel Aviv over Golan Heights: Report
At the heart of the decades-long Syrian-Israeli conflict, the Golan Heights looms large. It remains one of the most sensitive…
Russia becomes first nation to recognize Taliban government of Afghanistan since 2021 takeover
July 5, 2025
Russia becomes first nation to recognize Taliban government of Afghanistan since 2021 takeover
CNN — Russia has become the first nation to recognize the Taliban government of Afghanistan since it took power in…
Hamas submits ‘positive response’ to ceasefire proposal in major step toward a deal
July 5, 2025
Hamas submits ‘positive response’ to ceasefire proposal in major step toward a deal
CNN — Hamas announced on Friday that it had “submitted a positive response” to a proposal for a 60-day ceasefire…
Hamas to deliver final decision on Gaza ceasefire proposal after consultations
July 4, 2025
Hamas to deliver final decision on Gaza ceasefire proposal after consultations
In a formal statement released early today, Friday, Palestinian Hamas announced it will submit its final decision regarding the Gaza…
Scores killed in Gaza as Israel intensifies strikes
July 3, 2025
Scores killed in Gaza as Israel intensifies strikes
CNN — More than 80 Palestinians were killed across Gaza on Thursday, according to health officials, as Israel intensified its…
Prophecy, not politics, may also shape America’s clash with Iran
July 3, 2025
Prophecy, not politics, may also shape America’s clash with Iran
When most people contemplate the future of America’s conflict with Iran, they hunt for clues in grainy satellite photos, statements…
Could a ceasefire finally be struck in Gaza? Here’s what to know
July 3, 2025
Could a ceasefire finally be struck in Gaza? Here’s what to know
CNN — Donald Trump has not been shy about his desire for an end to the war in Gaza. After…
Activists sound alarm over US cuts to programs providing internet access and promoting democracy in Iran
July 3, 2025
Activists sound alarm over US cuts to programs providing internet access and promoting democracy in Iran
CNN — Days after Israel began striking Iran’s nuclear and military sites last month, a US non-profit that has provided…
Iranian hackers could target American defense companies working in Israel, US agencies warn
July 2, 2025
Iranian hackers could target American defense companies working in Israel, US agencies warn
CNN — US defense companies doing business in Israel are at increased risk of cyberattacks from Iran despite an Israel-Iran…