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Renewed Israeli military incursion in Syria’s Quneitra province

Israeli forces conducted a raid in the village of Al-Asha in southern Syria's Quneitra province, searching several properties before withdrawing. This operation, part of a…

Jul 12, 2026

EU Countries to Discuss Trade Ban on Israeli Settlements

European Union foreign ministers will meet to discuss a potential bloc-wide import ban on goods from Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories amid pressure…

Jul 12, 2026

Algerian govt reopens airspace to Malian flights after drone row

Algeria has reopened its airspace to Mali and will return its ambassador to Bamako after closing borders and withdrawing diplomatic staff over a disputed drone…

Jul 12, 2026

Death toll from Israeli aggression on Gaza rises to 73,221

The death toll in Gaza has reached 73,221 with over 173,000 injured since October 7, 2023, amid continued Israeli military operations and a fragile ceasefire.…

Jul 12, 2026

Are the US and Iran back to square one?

The ceasefire between the United States and Iran, established just over a month ago, is deteriorating amid renewed military clashes and political tensions. This breakdown…

Jul 12, 2026

Russian Strikes Kill Six in Ukraine Amid Increased Missile Attacks

Russian missile and drone strikes hit multiple Ukrainian cities, killing up to seven civilians and injuring many others while damaging critical infrastructure. Ukraine’s limited air…

Jul 12, 2026

Xi Vows China’s Commitment to North Korea Friendship

Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un exchanged letters reaffirming their countries’ strong alliance as they marked the 65th anniversary of…

Jul 12, 2026

‘A Moving Target’: South Africa’s Endless Border Battle with Zimbabwe

Small groups of migrants continue to cross the Limpopo River into South Africa using informal routes, while thousands are fleeing back to their home countries…

Jul 12, 2026

15 Indian tourists killed in Vietnam boat capsize

A speedboat carrying 32 Indian tourists and four crew capsized near Phu Quoc island in southern Vietnam, resulting in 15 deaths and multiple injuries. Vietnamese…

Jul 12, 2026

US Seeks Iranian Pledge for Strait of Hormuz Safe Passage Amid Tensions

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi visited Oman to discuss securing safe passage for vessels through the Strait of Hormuz amid heightened tensions with the United…

Jul 12, 2026

How Palestinian Town is Defending Against Settler Attacks

Around 15 Palestinian volunteers in the West Bank town of Sinjil have started nightly patrols to protect their community from increasing attacks by nearby Israeli…

Jul 12, 2026

One Million Women Lose Access to Vital Support Amid Aid Cuts, Warns UN

The United Nations reported that foreign aid cuts since January 2025 have forced at least one million women and girls to lose access to crucial…

Jul 12, 2026

Zionists Say Gaza Hospital Chief Lawfully Detained, Deny Health Threat

Israel has confirmed the lawful detention of Hussam Abu Safiya, the Gaza hospital director accused of holding a Hamas military role, despite UN experts condemning…

Jul 12, 2026

US to Discuss Zionist Withdrawal from Lebanon Pilot Zone

A U.S. military delegation met with Lebanon's army in Beirut to plan the implementation of Israel’s phased withdrawal from designated pilot zones in southern Lebanon…

Jul 12, 2026

France hosts South Africa leader for talks, war remembrance

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is in France to honor South African soldiers who died in World War I and to strengthen diplomatic ties, including…

Jul 12, 2026

Plans for post-war Gaza face hurdles on the ground

Early plans for Gaza’s post-war reconstruction include proposals for a humanitarian zone, a new Palestinian police force, and an international stabilization force, but face delays…

Jul 12, 2026

N Korea condemns Nato summit

North Korea condemned the United States, NATO, and their allies for escalating military collaborations and arms buildups following the recent NATO summit, accusing them of…

Jul 12, 2026

Pacific Islands reject missile test in ‘blue continent’

China conducted a submarine-launched ballistic missile test in international waters near the exclusive economic zones of several Pacific Island nations without prior notification. The launch…

Jul 12, 2026

31st anniversary of Srebrenica genocide

A memorial ceremony was held in Potocari to commemorate the 31st anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide, where over 8,000 Muslim men and boys were killed…

Jul 12, 2026

Poland PM vows memorial to victims of Ukrainian wartime ‘genocide’

Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced plans to build a monument in Warsaw honoring Polish civilians killed by Ukrainian nationalists during World War II, describing…

Jul 12, 2026

Rubio Controls Venezuela From Afar in Washington

Senator Marco Rubio has become a central figure in directing Venezuela’s political and economic policy from Washington after the reported U.S. capture of President Nicolás…

Jul 12, 2026

Japan Becomes Fertile Ground To Putin’s Spies

Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, numerous Russian intelligence operatives relocated to Japan to exploit its lax espionage laws and acquire critical military technology components. This…

Jul 12, 2026

Israeli Strikes on Steel Plants Hurt Iran War Effort, and Jobs

Israeli airstrikes in late March targeted Iran’s Mobarakeh Steel plant and another facility, significantly reducing steel production and disrupting funding linked to the Islamic Revolutionary…

Jul 12, 2026

U.S. Airstrikes Resume After Iran Fires at Ship

The United States launched airstrikes on Iranian military and energy facilities after the Iranian navy attacked a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating…

Jul 12, 2026

Approaches to War by Trump and Putin Offer Stark Contrasts

President Vladimir Putin has sustained an extensive and costly war against Ukraine with no sign of surrender, while former President Donald Trump pursued a brief…

Jul 12, 2026

In Sudan, A Preventable Atrocity

The Rapid Support Forces militia is intensifying its siege of El Obeid in Sudan, raising fears of a severe humanitarian crisis marked by food shortages,…

Jul 12, 2026

Donald Trump Claims US Military May Attack Iran If He Is Killed

Former President Donald Trump claimed that the U.S. military is prepared to launch a massive missile strike against Iran if Tehran attempts to assassinate him.…

Jul 12, 2026

Donald Trump Orders Massive Bombing Campaign Threat Against Iran

President Donald Trump has ordered a contingency plan for a large-scale bombing campaign against Iran if he is assassinated by the Iranian regime following calls…

Jul 12, 2026

World Leaders Gather at Nato Summit with Diverse Personalities

World leaders gathered at the NATO summit in Ankara, where Turkey’s President Erdoğan emphasized his country’s growing role by gifting engraved pistols to attendees, while…

Jul 12, 2026

Trump ends ceasefire and calls Iran ‘scum’

Former President Donald Trump declared the end of the ceasefire with Iran after attacks on oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions between…

Jul 12, 2026