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Syria

Syria and Israel hold first direct talks in US-brokered meeting

In US-brokered talks, Syria and Israel discussed restoring a 1974 ceasefire to de-escalate tensions following the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime.

Business

Israel to finalise 'largest' gas supply deal in its history to Egypt

After two years of delays, the Israeli government is expected to finalise the deal with Egypt in the next two weeks, involving exports from Leviathan, Israel's largest gas field.

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WATCH: Demonstrators in Mexico City demand cutting ties with Israel

Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of Mexico City on Sunday, calling on the government to cut diplomatic relations with Israel over the Gaza war.

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WATCH: Thousands rally in Israel calling for Gaza hostage deal

Thousands marched in Tel Aviv and other Israeli cities, as well as in Jerusalem, on Sunday, blocking roads and shutting businesses in protests demanding a deal to free hostages held in Gaza.

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Gaza

Israel prepares to move Palestinians to southern Gaza

Israel says it is preparing to mass move Palestinians from combat areas in Gaza to the south as plans of its new military offensive reach final stages of planning.

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Survivors gather to remember victims of Hamas attack at Nova Festival

Thousands, including survivors, gathered in Tel Aviv for the Nova Healing Concert, held to remember victims of the 7 October 2023 Hamas attack on the Nova music festival.

Lebanon

Hezbollah refuses to hand over its weapons to Lebanese government

Hezbollah's Naim Qassem rejected Lebanon's decision to disarm the Iran-backed militant group, calling it a US-Israeli order and warning of a major crisis.

Greece

Greek police block protesters from approaching Israeli cruise ship

Last month, the Crown Iris left the Greek island of Syros early without its passengers disembarking after more than 150 protesters demonstrated at the island's port. There have been similar protests in Rhodes and Crete.

Gaza

IDF approves plan for expanded offensive in Gaza, spokesperson says

No further details about the plan that has been agreed to or a timeline have been released but the announcement comes days after Israel’s security cabinet approved plans for the take over of Gaza City following an all-night session.

Syria

Turkey says Israel and Kurdish fighters shouldn't destabilise Syria

Since Islamist-led insurgents ousted former President Bashar al-Assad in a rebel offensive in December, the interim government in Damascus has struggled to maintain stability and heal the wounds of the nearly 14-year civil war.

Greece

Fresh Gaza war protest erupts in Greece as Israeli cruise ship docks

Riot police clashed with pro-Palestinian demonstrators in the port city of Volos, the latest protest against the Crown Iris ship and tourists from Israel.

Culture news

Watch Kneecap condemn Viktor Orbán in surprise Sziget 2025 broadcast

The Irish rappers were banned from attending Sziget festival, with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán prohibiting them from entering Hungary for three years. Still, that didn't stop Kneecap from getting their message across to disappointed fans...

Israel

Netanyahu says Gaza ceasefire talks now focus on hostages

The long-running indirect talks appeared to break down last month; however, a Hamas delegation arrived in Cairo for ceasefire talks on Tuesday, according to Egyptian state media.

South Sudan

Israel in talks to resettle Palestinians from Gaza in South Sudan

Egypt is deeply opposed to plans to transfer Palestinians out of Gaza, with which it shares a border, fearing an influx of refugees into its own territory.

Iran

Iran says it detained 21,000 'suspects' during 12-day Israel conflict

Iranian police say 261 suspects of espionage and 172 people accused of unauthorised filming were arrested in the security forces' crackdown.

Culture news

Madonna urges Pope Leo XIV to visit Gaza 'before it's too late'

The singer wrote that the pontiff was “the only one of us who cannot be denied entry” into Gaza, adding that “there is no more time.”

Economy

Norway’s sovereign wealth fund sells its shares in 11 Israeli firms

The fund held stock in 61 Israeli companies at the end of June this year, although public pressure to terminate the contracts has been mounting.

Europe News

EU calls for 'transatlantic unity' ahead of Trump-Putin summit

Trump will join a virtual meeting of European leaders on Wednesday.

Culture news

'Depravity and lawlessness’: U2 speak out on Israel’s actions in Gaza

Bono and his bandmates have released personal statements condemning Hamas' "diabolical" actions and how Benjamin Netanyahu and the Israeli government deserve "our categorical and unequivocal condemnation."

Culture news

Kneecap continue to call out Gaza 'genocide' ahead of Sziget fest ban

The Irish rap trio Kneecap would have graced the stage at this year's Sziget festival today had the Hungarian government had not banned the band from the country. Regardless, the band continues to tour and have vowed to keep using their platform to call out 'genocide and war criminals'.

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