Asia

Israel

Hamas claims responsibility for deadly Jerusalem shooting

Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu said his government would distribute more guns to Israeli citizens, following the attack by Palestinian militants.

30/11/2023

Green News

COP28: Key fund for climate victims agreed on day 1 of summit

Countries have reached an agreement on setting up a loss and damage fund, which the UAE immediately pledged $100 million to.

30/11/2023

Israel

Two more Israeli hostages released, as ceasefire is extended

The six-day humanitarian pause was set to expire Thursday morning, but will be extended, with Hamas hanging over two more Israeli hostages on Thursday evening.

30/11/2023

Partner content

UN Programme for the Economies of Central Asia: Transforming Central Asia into a connectivity hub

Partner content presented by Azpromo

Central Asian countries united last week to shine the spotlight on collaborative development, sustainability and regional integration as part of their continued economic expansion.

29/11/2023

Qatar 365

Expo 2023 Doha: Showcasing innovative ways to fight desertification

In partnership with Media City

Qatar 365 walks you through the Expo 2023 Doha. 80 countries are participating in this six-month-long international horticultural exhibition. With 'Greener Desert, Better Environment' as a theme, participants showcase innovative and sustainable solutions to fight desertification.

29/11/2023

Japan

A city of contrasts: Tokyo's mountain tranquillity and big-city buzz

In partnership with Tokyo Metropolitan Government

Think of Tokyo and a buzzing, skyscraper-filled city probably comes to mind. But there’s so much more to this destination, with plenty of havens of tranquillity to discover.

29/11/2023

China

The biggest prosecution yet is underway in Hong Kong taking pro-democracy activists to trial

Some of Hong Kong’s best-known pro-democracy activists went on trial Monday in the biggest prosecution yet under a law imposed by China’s ruling Communist Party to crush dissent.

29/11/2023

Israel

Hamas releases 10 Israeli and four Thai hostages

International mediators are working around around the clock to extend a six day truce which is due to expire Thursday morning.

29/11/2023

Europe Decoded

Fact-check: Have rare anti-Hamas protests really broken out in Gaza?

Numerous social media users and Israeli government accounts have claimed that anti-Hamas demonstrations had been organised in the south of Gaza - a rare and unprecedented event. The Cube took a closer look at those claims.

29/11/2023

Business

Saudi Arabia’s capital Riyadh chosen to host the 2030 World Expo

Saudi Arabia hopes the Expo will bring 40 million of visitors to its capital city.

28/11/2023

Green News

UAE accused of using COP28 talks to strike fossil fuel deals

Critics say allegations that the UAE planned to use COP28 to strike fossil fuel deals are "utterly appalling".

28/11/2023

India

Indian rescuers pull out all 41 workers trapped in collapsed tunnel

The workers have been trapped since 12 November when a landslide caused a portion of the 4.5 kilometre tunnel they were building to collapse about 200 metres from the entrance.

28/11/2023

Nature

Critically endangered Sumatran rhino calf born in Indonesia

It marks the second birth a Sumatran rhino in 2023 as Indonesia ramps up conservation efforts.

28/11/2023

Gaza

Hamas hands over ten Israeli and two foreign hostages

The ceasefire has enabled the release of 50 hostages held by Hamas in the Gaza Strip and 150 Palestinians imprisoned in Israel. It has also allowed more aid to flow into Gaza where the humanitarian situation remains "catastrophic".

28/11/2023

Gaza

Israel army says Hamas has released 11 more hostages

The group is being transferred to Israeli territory, as part of the fourth day of a hostages-for-prisoners swap deal on the sidelines of a temporary ceasefire.

27/11/2023

Explore

Kick back in Lankaran with wellness treatments and Azerbaijani tea

In partnership with Azerbaijan Tourism Board

The southeastern region of Lankaran is home to natural hot springs and Azerbaijan's national drink. Come with us as we relax in a luxury resort, test treatments, and discover the process of tea making.

27/11/2023

Business

Which crypto blockchain is preferred by terrorist organisations?

A fast-growing crypto network called Tron has become the major platform for crypto transfers backing groups such as Hamas and Hezbollah.

27/11/2023

Tech News

Elon Musk in Israel visit to meet leaders as X antisemitism row grows

Billionaire Elon Musk is visiting Israel on Monday to meet with the country's leaders as accusations mount of antisemitism on X (formerly Twitter).

27/11/2023

Gaza

Hamas offered 'option' to extend truce, says Israel

The Palestinian militant group previously told reporters it was in favour of a "two to four" day extension of the deal.

27/11/2023

Europe Decoded

Did Israeli children really sing about annihilating everyone in Gaza?

It’s the latest video to have caused outrage online, showing children singing about the "annihilation" of Gaza and its people. The video was even posted and then removed by Kan, an Israeli state-owned news channel.

27/11/2023

Israel

Concern rises among Europe’s Jewish communities as antisemitism grows

The fears come following Hamas' 7 October killings of around 1,200 people in Israel - the biggest killing of Jews since the Holocaust.

26/11/2023

Gaza

Israel-Hamas war: Pictures of the week

A selection of some of the most impactful pictures as the Israel-Hamas conflict continues.

26/11/2023

Gaza

Israel-Hamas war: Hamas frees 17 hostages and Israel 39 Palestinians

The latest developments from the Israel-Hamas war.

26/11/2023

Gaza

Hamas says 20 hostages handed over to ICRC

Hamas agreed to release 13 Israelis and seven foreigners in exchange for 39 Palestinians imprisoned by Israel, Qatari and Egyptian mediators said.

25/11/2023

Gaza

Israel-Hamas war: Hamas pause hostage exchanges as ceasefire continues

The latest developments from the Israel-Hamas war.

25/11/2023

Israel

Israel calls on Spain and Belgium to "stop supporting terrorism"

The warning came after Pedro Sánchez opened the door to the possibility that Spain could unilaterally recognise the Palestinian state even if the international community fails to do so.

24/11/2023