Middle East News

JERUSALEM: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is grappling with a deepening crisis following Israel’s most significant single-day troop losses in the Gaza conflict, coupled with mounting protests over the government’s failure to secure the return of hostages.   The Israeli military’s strategy in the Palestinian territory is facing intense scrutiny after 24 troops lost their lives […]

Egyptian President Abdul Fattah al-Sisi has voiced strong opposition to a deal that would grant Ethiopia maritime access through the self-declared republic of Somaliland, emphasizing that such an agreement is unacceptable to all parties involved. President Sisi made these remarks during a joint appearance in Cairo alongside Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, asserting Egypt’s commitment

In a harrowing turn of events, two US Navy Seals, who disappeared during a mission to intercept Iranian-made weapons intended for Houthi rebels in Yemen, are now presumed dead. The incident unfolded on January 11, as commandos were attempting to board a ship off the Somali coast.   According to media reports, the first Seal

While Christmas might be a distant memory for many, the Armenians of Jerusalem only just held their annual celebration on 19 January.. This year, the holiday was overshadowed by the war in Gaza and the ongoing threat to the survival of the community from a deeply controversial real estate deal.   Many spent the day in

Grant Shapps, the UK’s defense secretary, emphasizes that creating two separate states is the only solution to end the Israel-Palestine conflict. Shapps expresses disappointment over Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s rejection of this idea, noting that Palestinians deserve a sovereign state, and he sees no alternative solution.   Following a call with US President Joe

Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has once again rejected the idea of creating a Palestinian state. This stance follows a recent phone call with US President Joe Biden, who indicated that Netanyahu might still consider the concept.   The US supports a “two-state solution,” believing it is crucial for long-term stability. However, Netanyahu’s remarks deepen