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EU pledges €120 million in aid for Gaza as Israel truce appears near

Brussels has had a limited role in brokering a fragile Middle East peace deal – but hopes are high it can help improve Gaza’s grim humanitarian situation.

Lebanon

Fragile Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire likely to hold, analysts say

The fragile Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire that was agreed on 27 November is likely to hold, analysts say, despite repeated violations.

Moments

Frankincense: The intriguing story behind the Christmas scent

Once more valuable than gold, frankincense is indelibly linked to Oman.

Israel

Rocket fired from Yemen hits Israeli city of Tel Aviv

Yemen's Houthi rebels issued a statement on Telegram saying they had aimed a hypersonic ballistic missile at an unidentified military target.

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Zelenskyy calls Putin 'crazy' and seeks further US support in Ukraine

Zelensky sharply criticised Putin during a Brussels summit but struck a more measured tone towards incoming US President Donald Trump, calling him a 'strong man' and emphasising the need for detailed discussions about Ukraine.

Europe News

Ukraine, Trump and Syria dominate agenda at European Council

Today, EU leaders convene in Brussels for the final regular European Council meeting of the year, with key discussions anticipated to focus on Ukraine, Syria, and the implications of Donald Trump's return to the White House.

Syria

Assad’s fall ends decades-long dynasty in Syria

The Syrian government collapsed early on Sunday, marking an end to the Assad family's 50-year rule, after a surprise rebel offensive quickly swept through government-held areas and reached the capital in just 10 days.

USA

Arab Americans remain fearful and hopeful ahead of Trump's second term

A massive drop in Arab Americans' support helped cost Kamala Harris the presidency, but there is no guarantee Trump will be better for peace in the Middle East.

Lebanon

With Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire holding, Lebanese residents head home

A deal brokered by the US and France offers hope of a stable pause to hostilities that exploded after a year of low-level fighting.

Italy

Middle East ceasefire efforts to top Rome's G7 talks

"We are all in favour of a ceasefire in both scenarios (Gaza and Lebanon)," Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said during the G7 meeting in Italy.

Europe News

ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant and Hamas' Deif

The warrants for the Israeli prime minister and former defence minister pertain to crimes against humanity and war crimes. The ICC did not disclose Deif's warrant of arrest, stating it was a "secret".

Gaza

Euroviews. Israel’s forced displacement in Gaza is a crime against humanity

The rest of the world needs to step in and stand up for the law and the human beings these laws are meant to protect. This shouldn't be allowed to get worse. It needs to stop now, HRW’s Nadia Hardman writes.

Gaza

At least three people killed in Israeli strike on central Gaza camp

Palestinians reported heavy bombing late on Sunday in the western part of the Nuseirat refugee camp.

World News

Israel conducts multiple airstrikes on Lebanon

Israel conducted airstrikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs near Lebanon’s only airport, claiming to have targeted Hezbollah facilities. On the same day, an Israeli drone strike hit a car, killing three and injuring seven, including UN peacekeepers.

Lebanon

Rescuers pull 30 bodies out of apartment building in Lebanon

Israel's war in Lebanon has expanded significantly since mid- September, with Israel pounding the country via land and air.

World News

Euroviews. Mediation should matter for the incoming European Commission

These steps would strengthen the incoming Commission’s standing as a principled and capable agent for peace in an increasingly polarised and insecure world, Michael Keating writes.

Israel

Rockets fired from Lebanon kill seven in northern Israel

The attacks mark the deadliest strikes to hit Israel since its military invaded southern Lebanon at the start of October.

Spain

EU's Josep Borrell condemns Israeli army's attack on UNIFIL in Lebanon

Foreign ministers of 43 Union for Mediterranean states met in Barcelona to address regional challenges. Josep Borrell condemned Israeli attacks on UNIFIL and called for sanctions.

USA

Could the Middle East crisis influence the outcome of the US election?

Harris and Trump are targeting key battleground states with large Arab American and Jewish populations, as the conflict's impact shapes their campaigns and could influence the outcome of the election.

Gaza

‘Sinwar storm’ is coming for Israel, claims new Hamas leader

Sinwar, responsible for the 7 October attacks, died in an encounter with IDF near Rafah last week, creating a power vacuum in Hamas in Gaza.

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