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Trump Picks Evangelical Christian Mike Huckabee as U.S. Ambassador to Israel

World

13 Nov, 2024

Trump Picks Evangelical Christian Mike Huckabee as U.S. Ambassador to Israel


President-elect Donald Trump has announced the nomination of his former 2016 Republican primary election opponent Mike Huckabee to the post...

Israel Bans UNRWA: Is This the End for Palestinian Aid?

World

29 Oct, 2024

Israel Bans UNRWA: Is This the End for Palestinian Aid?


Israel's Knesset has passed legislation targeting the main UN agency providing aid to people in Gaza, UNRWA, effectively banning it...

Pentagon Promotes Official With Alleged Iran Ties Amidst Leaked Intel on Israel's Strike Plans

World

26 Oct, 2024

Pentagon Promotes Official With Alleged Iran Ties Amidst Leaked Intel on Israel's Strike Plans


Ariane Tabatabai, a Pentagon official with alleged links to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), has been promoted despite a...

Iran Warns Israel Not to Rely on THAAD System: 'We Will Destroy You'

Technology

26 Oct, 2024

Iran Warns Israel Not to Rely on THAAD System: 'We Will Destroy You'


The commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps claimed Thursday that America’s anti-missile defense system would not be enough to...

One Year Later: The October 7 Attacks That Still Haunt Israel, America, and the World

World

7 Oct, 2024

One Year Later: The October 7 Attacks That Still Haunt Israel, America, and the World


After rushing to comfort Israel as it grieved the worst attack on Jews since the Holocaust, President Joe Biden last...

Hezbollah Leader Hassan Nasrallah Killed in Israeli Air Strikes: Lebanon in Chaos

World

4 Oct, 2024

Hezbollah Leader Hassan Nasrallah Killed in Israeli Air Strikes: Lebanon in Chaos


Hours after the Iran-allied militant group Hezbollah confirmed that its leader, Hassan Nasrallah, was killed in a massive Israeli air...

Irish Troops in Lebanon: Are They Safe Amidst Israeli Incursion?

World

2 Oct, 2024

Irish Troops in Lebanon: Are They Safe Amidst Israeli Incursion?


There are almost 400 Irish troops stationed on peacekeeping duties in Lebanon, and they intend to remain in place even...

Cyprus: Troops on Standby as UK Urges Citizens to Flee Lebanon Amid Escalating Conflict

World

25 Sep, 2024

Cyprus: Troops on Standby as UK Urges Citizens to Flee Lebanon Amid Escalating Conflict


The UK is sending around 700 troops to Cyprus in case an emergency evacuation of Lebanon is required as fighting...

Saudi Arabia Expresses Concern Over Lebanon Security Incidents, Urging Restraint Amidst Israeli Strikes

World

25 Sep, 2024

Saudi Arabia Expresses Concern Over Lebanon Security Incidents, Urging Restraint Amidst Israeli Strikes


Saudi Arabia has expressed deep concern over the ongoing security incidents in Lebanon, reiterating its warning regarding the risks of...

Keir Starmer Makes 'Sausages' Gaffe at Labour Conference, Calls for Return of Hostages in Gaza

World

24 Sep, 2024

Keir Starmer Makes 'Sausages' Gaffe at Labour Conference, Calls for Return of Hostages in Gaza


Keir Starmer was in full flow during his party conference speech when he made an unfortunate slip-up, calling for the...

Israel Shuts Down Al Jazeera's Ramallah Office: A Blow to Press Freedom During Gaza War

World

22 Sep, 2024

Israel Shuts Down Al Jazeera's Ramallah Office: A Blow to Press Freedom During Gaza War


Israeli soldiers have raided the Al Jazeera office in the occupied West Bank and ordered the bureau to shut down...

Hezbollah's Pagers Explode: Was It Israel's Work? The Middle East Is on the Brink of War

World

18 Sep, 2024

Hezbollah's Pagers Explode: Was It Israel's Work? The Middle East Is on the Brink of War


Nine dead and nearly 3,000 wounded. The unprecedented attack on the pagers of Hezbollah members is the larger explosion of...

Hezbollah Blames Israel for 'Criminal Attack' After Hundreds of Pagers Explode in Lebanon

World

17 Sep, 2024

Hezbollah Blames Israel for 'Criminal Attack' After Hundreds of Pagers Explode in Lebanon


The explosions, which occurred around 3:30 p.m. local time, sent shockwaves across Lebanon, leaving hundreds injured and at least nine...

15,000 Teddy Bears: Doha Installation Honors Gaza Children Lost in War

World

17 Sep, 2024

15,000 Teddy Bears: Doha Installation Honors Gaza Children Lost in War


The heart of Doha, Qatar, is home to a poignant art installation, 'Echo of Lost Innocence', designed by multidisciplinary artist...

Hezbollah Blames Israel for 'Sinful Aggression' as Pageless Explode, Killing Eight and Wounding Thousands in Lebanon

World

17 Sep, 2024

Hezbollah Blames Israel for 'Sinful Aggression' as Pageless Explode, Killing Eight and Wounding Thousands in Lebanon


At least eight people have died and thousands are injured after handheld pagers, used by Hezbollah to communicate, began exploding...

Hezbollah Pagers Explode in Lebanon, Killing 8 and Injuring Thousands: Was It Israel?

World

17 Sep, 2024

Hezbollah Pagers Explode in Lebanon, Killing 8 and Injuring Thousands: Was It Israel?


In a shocking turn of events, a series of explosions targeting pagers belonging to members of the Lebanese militant group...

Hezbollah's Failed Revenge: Nasrallah's Spin on the Strike Against Israel

World

17 Sep, 2024

Hezbollah's Failed Revenge: Nasrallah's Spin on the Strike Against Israel


The Israeli military says it targeted Hezbollah “weapons storage facilities” in multiple airstrikes across Lebanon on Saturday. One of the...

Italy Maintain Perfect Nations League Record with 2-1 Win Over Israel

Sports

10 Sep, 2024

Italy Maintain Perfect Nations League Record with 2-1 Win Over Israel


Italy's Davide Frattesi and Moise Kean secured a 2-1 win over Israel on Monday as Luciano Spalletti's side maintained their...

Belgium's Convincing Win Against Israel in UEFA Nations League: De Bruyne Leads the Charge

Sports

7 Sep, 2024

Belgium's Convincing Win Against Israel in UEFA Nations League: De Bruyne Leads the Charge


Belgium kicked off their UEFA Nations League A campaign with a convincing 3-1 victory against Israel at the Nagyerdei Stadion...

Hostage Crisis: Is Netanyahu Blocking a Deal, or is Hamas Calling the Shots?

World

1 Sep, 2024

Hostage Crisis: Is Netanyahu Blocking a Deal, or is Hamas Calling the Shots?


As August slips into September, a deal to release the hostages held by Hamas for nearly 11 months seems no...

Nick Cave Calls Roger Waters 'Embarrassing' Over His Support for Boycott of Israel

World

1 Sep, 2024

Nick Cave Calls Roger Waters 'Embarrassing' Over His Support for Boycott of Israel


Australian musician Nick Cave discussed his support for Israel and the Jewish people and explained why he has ignored calls...

John Howard: 'I Admire the Jewish People Because of Their Resilience'

World

29 Aug, 2024

John Howard: 'I Admire the Jewish People Because of Their Resilience'


Former Australian Prime Minister John Howard has voiced his unwavering support for Israel and Jewish Australians, expressing both admiration for...

UN Peacekeepers Injured in Explosion Near Lebanon-Israel Border: Was it an Israeli Strike?

World

25 Aug, 2024

UN Peacekeepers Injured in Explosion Near Lebanon-Israel Border: Was it an Israeli Strike?


Three United Nations peacekeepers suffered light injuries Sunday, the UN said, in an explosion near their vehicle close to Lebanon’s...

Lebanon's Foreign Minister Warns of Regional Instability as Gaza Ceasefire Negotiations Falter

World

23 Aug, 2024

Lebanon's Foreign Minister Warns of Regional Instability as Gaza Ceasefire Negotiations Falter


Lebanon’s caretaker Foreign Minister Abdullah Bou Habib raised concerns on Friday amid an escalating tension between Hezbollah and Israel saying...

Balloon Story: A Giant, Insta-Ready Art Installation That's Bringing Joy To New York

World

23 Aug, 2024

Balloon Story: A Giant, Insta-Ready Art Installation That's Bringing Joy To New York


For the next 10 or so days, New Yorkers can travel the world — nay, the universe — without ever...

Israel's Control Over Key Gaza Corridors Threatens Ceasefire Talks

World

23 Aug, 2024

Israel's Control Over Key Gaza Corridors Threatens Ceasefire Talks


Israel's demand for lasting control over two strategic corridors in Gaza, which Hamas has long rejected, threatens to unravel cease-fire...

Cardinal Pizzaballa: Gaza Ceasefire Talks Are 'Last Train' for Peace in the Holy Land

World

22 Aug, 2024

Cardinal Pizzaballa: Gaza Ceasefire Talks Are 'Last Train' for Peace in the Holy Land


The war in the Holy Land, which began last October 7, underlines already existing feelings and emotions, bringing out the...

Son of Hamas Founder: No Ceasefire Until Ayatollah Is Gone

World

22 Aug, 2024

Son of Hamas Founder: No Ceasefire Until Ayatollah Is Gone


One-time Israel double agent and son of a Hamas founder Mosab Hassan Yousef warned there is “no such thing” as...

Emmy Awards Defend Nomination of Palestinian Journalist Amidst Pro-Israel Backlash

World

22 Aug, 2024

Emmy Awards Defend Nomination of Palestinian Journalist Amidst Pro-Israel Backlash


The National Academy for Television and Arts and Sciences (NATAS) has defended its decision to nominate AJ+ contributor Bisan Owda...

Gaza Photojournalist Motaz Azaiza Receives Hero's Welcome in Dublin

World

20 Aug, 2024

Gaza Photojournalist Motaz Azaiza Receives Hero's Welcome in Dublin


THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE welcomed Gazan photojournalist Motaz Azaiza to Dalymount Park in Dublin yesterday evening. Azaiza (25) became a household...

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