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Middle East
If it disarms, Hamas would 'take away Israel's rationale' to occupy Gaza
France 24 has published a video report suggesting that Hamas disarmament would deprive Israel of its claimed justification for occupying Gaza. The video, released on 31 July 2026, features a cover image of Palestinians among rubble in Gaza City.
France 24 · 54 min ago
Houthi-Saudi Military Escalation Challenges Yemen's Relative Calm
For the first time since the 2022 truce, Yemen's Houthi militia and Saudi Arabia have exchanged military strikes, raising fears of a return to full-scale war and worsening the humanitarian crisis.
Deutsche Welle · 1 h ago
Gaza Board of Peace announces Hamas disarmament deal, experts doubt viability
The Gaza Board of Peace has announced an agreement on Hamas disarmament that includes an Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, but experts are skeptical about its feasibility.
Al Jazeera · 1 h ago
Trump Announces Deal for Hamas to Disarm and Israeli Forces to Withdraw from Gaza
President Trump says a deal has been reached for Hamas to completely disarm and for Israeli forces to withdraw from Gaza. Meanwhile, the U.S. economy slowed somewhat, but consumer spending remained steady.
NPR World · 1 h ago
At least 11 injured, including children, in Israeli raids near Nablus
At least 11 people, including children, were injured in Israeli raids near Nablus in the West Bank, with arrests made after an escalation of violence in the town of Tal.
Al Jazeera · 3 h ago
Trump says Gaza deal reached; Iran strikes US base in Kuwait
US President Donald Trump says a deal has been reached for Hamas to disarm and Israel to withdraw from Gaza, though disagreements remain over sequencing. Iran's army launched drone strikes on a US airbase in Kuwait on Friday.
The Guardian World · 6 h ago
Hamas says it agreed to disarmament deal with Israel, with gradual troop withdrawal from Gaza
Hamas said on Friday it had accepted a plan to end the war with Israel that includes handing over weapons and a phased Israeli military pullout from Gaza; Israel has yet to respond.
France 24 · 6 h ago
Trump says Hamas disarmament deal reached in Gaza
US President Donald Trump said Thursday that an agreement has been reached on the complete disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in the Gaza Strip, describing it as a step toward a new Palestinian government. Israel has not yet commented on the deal.
Delfi · 9 h ago
Israeli Blockades Seal Off Village in Occupied West Bank
Al Jazeera visited Sinjil village in the occupied West Bank, where Israeli road closures have blocked all main entrances, isolating the community.
Al Jazeera · 9 h ago
White House unveils roadmap to demilitarize Gaza
The White House has presented a fragile roadmap to demilitarize Gaza, under which Hamas would disarm and Israel would withdraw its military, paving the way for Palestinian governance.
Politico Europe · 10 h ago
Trump announces deal for 'complete disarmament' of Hamas in Gaza, but support uncertain
US President Donald Trump said on Thursday an agreement has been reached for the 'complete disarmament' of Hamas in Gaza, but neither Hamas nor Israel confirmed it, and Israel has voiced objections to the proposed terms.
The Guardian World · 11 h ago
Trump says 'Board of Peace' reaches Hamas disarmament deal; US and Iran continue confrontation
US President Donald Trump announced that his 'Board of Peace' has reached an agreement to disarm Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza. Meanwhile, mediator Pakistan insists that negotiations between Iran and the US are ongoing, despite Washington's heavy wave of strikes on Iran.
France 24 · 12 h ago
Former US diplomat warns escalation with Iran is 'pointless'
Former US Ambassador to the UAE Barbara Leaf says the escalation of US-Iran clashes is 'fairly pointless'.
Al Jazeera · 12 h ago
Trump says Board of Peace reaches agreement for Hamas disarmament
US President Donald Trump announced that the Board of Peace has reached an agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza. However, it remains unclear whether Hamas and Israel are party to the agreement, with no official comments from either side and Israel reportedly opposing the terms.
BBC World · 13 h ago
U.S.-Iran Conflict Draws in More Middle Eastern Nations
As the United States and Iran exchange strikes, an increasing number of Middle Eastern countries are being affected, with some actively joining the hostilities.
The New York Times · 14 h ago
Pakistan says US-Iran talks still alive despite fresh wave of US strikes
Pakistan's foreign ministry confirmed that negotiations between the US and Iran are ongoing, even as the US launched heavy strikes on Iran. The region saw further escalation with missile interceptions, attacks in Kuwait and Egypt, and new maritime security measures.
France 24 · 14 h ago
U.S. and Iran Exchange Strikes; Saudi Arabia Acknowledges Direct Involvement for First Time
The United States and Iran exchanged strikes overnight, while Saudi Arabia for the first time formally acknowledged direct involvement in the war.
The New York Times · 22 h ago
Three times in three decades: Lebanon shelter targeted again
The village of Qana in Lebanon has seen its bomb shelters hit three times in 30 years by Israeli forces, according to AJLabs tracking.
Al Jazeera · 30 Jul, 14:49
Drone Hits US LNG Vessel at Damietta in First Attack on Egyptian Soil
A drone struck a US-owned LNG ship at Egypt's Damietta port on Wednesday, causing a fire that spread to a second vessel. Egypt confirmed the attack was by a drone, with no claims of responsibility yet.
Euronews · 30 Jul, 12:49
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US Launches Powerful Strikes Against Iran in Response to Attacks in Jordan
The US military carried out 'powerful' strikes against Iran on Thursday, responding to Tehran's attacks on American bases in Jordan.
Apollo.lv · 30 Jul, 10:50
US Resumes Airstrikes on Iranian Territory After Week-Long Pause
The United States has resumed airstrikes on targets within Iran, following a nearly week-long hiatus. The strikes were described by the US military as a response to Iranian attempts to attack US forces in the Middle East.
Delfi · 30 Jul, 08:50
War and shortages push Gaza hospitals to breaking point
Gaza’s collapsing health system leaves dialysis patients, amputees and trauma survivors without vital care.
Al Jazeera · 30 Jul, 08:50
US Strikes Iranian Military Targets
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced new airstrikes on Iranian military facilities in response to a recent rocket attack on US forces.
ERR (rus) · 30 Jul, 08:50
US resumes strikes on Iran after attacks on base in Jordan and tankers
The United States launched new strikes on Iran on Thursday night, ending a nearly week-long pause. The strikes were in response to Iran's Tuesday attacks on a US military base in Jordan and tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
LSM · 30 Jul, 08:49
US launches fresh strikes on Iran after days-long pause, amid fears of widening war
The US military has struck Iranian targets in response to Tehran's attack on American forces in Jordan, raising the risk of a return to all-out war in the region.
The Guardian World · 30 Jul, 06:50
US launches 'heavy' strikes on Iran after attempted attack on American troops
The US military carried out heavy strikes against Iran on Wednesday in retaliation for Iranian ballistic missile attempts on American forces.
BBC World · 30 Jul, 06:50
US carries out 'powerful' strikes on Iran after attacks on bases and regional allies
The United States military launched strikes on Iran on Thursday in retaliation for Tehran's attacks on US bases in Jordan, reigniting fighting in the Middle East.
France 24 · 30 Jul, 05:50
Pentagon says it intercepted Iranian missile attack on US forces
The Pentagon announced Tuesday that it successfully intercepted an Iranian missile attack targeting American troops in the Middle East.
Politico Europe · 30 Jul, 05:49
Drone Hits US-Owned Tanker at Egyptian Port; Trump Vows Retaliation Against Iran
A drone struck a US-owned gas storage tanker at Egypt's Damietta port, according to security firm Ambrey. US President Donald Trump vowed retaliation against Iran for an overnight attack, signaling an expansion of the Middle East conflict.
France 24 · 30 Jul, 03:51
U.S. and Saudi Arabia Strike Iran-Backed Militias in Iraq
The U.S. and Saudi Arabia have conducted joint strikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq after the militias launched attacks.
NPR World · 30 Jul, 02:51