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What led to Mike Waltz’s ouster as Trump’s national security adviser?

The Signal group chat scandal and Waltz's hawkish stance on Iran are being touted as the reasons for his ouster as NSA.

Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Lebanese army says Hamas handed over suspect in missile launches towards Israel

Lebanese army says Hamas handed over suspect in missile launches towards Israel The Lebanese army said on Sunday that Hamas handed over a suspect involved in launching missiles towards Israel in March, days after Lebanon warned the Palestinian group not to conduct operations that compromise Lebanese security or sovereignty. Reporting by Reuters

Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

No, Trump is not a fascist. He is a hypercapitalist and just as dangerous

Trump wants to free big capital from the constraints of democracy by dismantling it.

Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Trump faces backlash after posting AI image dressed as pope

Cardinals will gather on May 7 in a conclave in the Vatican's Sistine Chapel to elect a new pope.

Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Nearly 290,000 Gaza children on β€˜the brink of death’ amid Israeli blockade

Gaza Media Office says some 3,500 children below five β€˜face imminent death by starvation' amid Israel’s total blockade.

Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces attack airport in Port Sudan

Videos show the moment Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) carried out a drone attack on an airbase

Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Are Yemen’s non-Houthi groups seeking US support to attack the Houthis?

Anti-Houthi forces have lobbied for US support to fight the group. Will they be getting it?

Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Messi, Inter Miami crush New York Red Bulls in MLS

Lionel Messi scores his first goal in five matches as Miami end their three-game losing streak across all competitions.

Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Qatar rejects Netanyahu's 'inflammatory' statements, reaffirms mediation role

Qatar rejects Netanyahu's 'inflammatory' statements, reaffirms mediation role Qatar has strongly rebuked Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office for what it called "inflammatory statements" that violate "basic standards of political and moral responsibility." In a post on X, Qatar's Foreign Ministry spokesperson defended the country's mediation efforts, stating: "Qatar's principled foreign policy aligns with...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Foundation identifies Israeli unit behind Hind Rajab's killing

Foundation identifies Israeli unit behind Hind Rajab's killing The Hind Rajab Foundation has revealed the identity of the Israeli military unit and commander allegedly responsible for killing the six-year-old Palestinian girl, her family, and two medics in Gaza last January. According to the foundation's year-long investigation, an Israeli tank unit under the commander's orders attacked the family's civilian vehicle,...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Israelis protest for captives, against Netanyahu’s Gaza war expansion

Families of captives say a wider Israeli Gaza assault risks their relatives' lives.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Ex-Israeli PM Barak urges civil disobedience to topple Netanyahu

Ex-Israeli PM Barak urges civil disobedience to topple Netanyahu Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak has called for nationwide protests to remove Benjamin Netanyahu, telling Channel 13 the current leader has "declared war on Israel." Barak demanded Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara force Netanyahu's recusal, referencing a delayed High Court ruling from January that blocked legislation protecting the PM from...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

UAE 'condemns' Israeli strikes in Syria

UAE 'condemns' Israeli strikes in Syria The United Arab Emirates has issued a strong condemnation of Israel’s recent air strikes in Syria, calling them a violation of international law and a threat to regional stability. In an official statement, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that it β€œcondemned in the strongest terms the continuous Israeli attacks on Syrian territory, reaffirming the UAE’s commitment to...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Netanyahu's Azerbaijan trip scrapped over Turkish airspace ban: Report

Netanyahu's Azerbaijan trip scrapped over Turkish airspace ban: Report Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's cancelled visit to Azerbaijan resulted from Turkey's refusal to grant airspace access to his official plane, according to Walla news. The Prime Minister's Office had initially cited regional tensions and scheduling conflicts for the postponement. Officials reportedly considered an alternate flight path via...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Sheinbaum says she rejected Trump’s offer to send US troops to Mexico

Mexican president says she told Donald Trump that Mexico 'will never accept the presence of US army in our territory'.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Freedom Flotilla: Outrage over Israel's bombing of aid ship bound for Gaza

Freedom Flotilla: Outrage over Israel's bombing of aid ship bound for Gaza Social media has erupted in anger after Israeli drones struck a ship with 30 rights activists and humanitarian aid headed for the besieged Gaza Strip. Friday's attack appeared to target the ship’s generator, causing a fire and power outage on the ship while it was in international waters near Malta,according tothe Freedom Flotilla Coalition...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Warren Buffett to retire as Berkshire Hathaway CEO at end of 2025

β€˜Oracle of Omaha’ stuns shareholders, but says he will maintain investments in group and will still be β€˜hanging around'.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Netanyahu delays Azerbaijan trip amid Gaza, Syria tensions

Netanyahu delays Azerbaijan trip amid Gaza, Syria tensions Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called off next week's scheduled visit to Azerbaijan, citing security developments in Gaza and Syria along with a packed diplomatic agenda. Netanyahu's office confirmed the postponement on Saturday but did not specify new dates for the trip, which would have included meetings with President Ilham Aliyev from 7-11...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Houthis maintain pressure on Israel as US launches more strikes on Yemen

Prime minister of Yemen's internationally recognised government has resigned amid political turmoil.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Syria detains senior Palestinian leader with Assad ties

Syria detains senior Palestinian leader with Assad ties Syrian authorities have arrested Talal Naji, 79, leader of the pro-Assad Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine-General Command (PFLP-GC), Palestinian sources told AP. The Damascus-based official was reportedly taken for questioning Saturday morning after leaving his residence with aides. A Syrian official, speaking anonymously, suggested Naji would likely...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

β€˜The Australian way’: PM Anthony Albanese wins landslide re-election

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese rode an anti-Trump wave to a landslide victory and a historic second term.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Israel accused of press censorship over Gaza media blackout

Israel accused of press censorship over Gaza media blackout The Foreign Press Association (FPA) has condemned Israel’s ongoing restrictions preventing foreign journalists from entering Gaza, demanding immediate access for independent reporting. In a statement marking World Press Freedom Day, the Jerusalem-based group called the blockade an "unprecedented ban" and a "mark of shame for a country that claims to be a...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

What is the Gaza freedom flotilla?

What is the Gaza freedom flotilla? A ship carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza wasstruck by an Israeli drone overnight- a reality all too familiar to the organisers of the mission. The Freedom Flotilla Coalition (FFC)vessel was struck near Malta in the early hours of Friday, sparking a fire and leaving it in danger of sinking. It had been carrying 30 people from 21 countries. All members of the crew were confirmed to be...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Netanyahu denies close contact with ex-US adviser on Iran

Netanyahu denies close contact with ex-US adviser on Iran Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected claims of extensive discussions with former US National Security Adviser Mike Waltz about Iran, following reports this contributed to Waltz's reassignment as UN ambassador. "We congratulate Mr Waltz on his important appointment to the United Nations," Netanyahu posted on X, stating their post-February...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Israel to call up 60,000 reservists as it seeks to expand Gaza assault

Israel to call up 60,000 reservists as it seeks to expand Gaza assault Israeli Channel 14 reports the military will issue emergency call-up orders tonight for approximately 60,000 reserve soldiers, in one of the largest mobilizations since the war began. According to the unconfirmed report, regular army units will also be redeployed from the West Bank and northern borders to reinforce operations in Gaza. The move...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Why does the United Nations face a funding crisis?

Officials warn millions of people who rely on UN help are at risk.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Iran reasserts uranium enrichment rights as further US talks delayed

Foreign Minister Araghchi insists Iran's nuclear activities are civilian in nature.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

UN envoy demands Israel halt Syria strikes

UN envoy demands Israel halt Syria strikes UN special envoy Geir Pedersen has called on Israel to immediately end its attacks on Syria after fresh air strikes targeted government sites overnight. "I strongly condemn Israel's continued and escalating violations of Syria's sovereignty," Pedersen said on X, demanding the strikes "cease at once". The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights described Friday's barrage – hitting...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Dozens of Palestinians starved to death under Israel’s blockade of Gaza

As trucks carrying vital supplies pile up at border with Egypt, hungry children look through rubbish for food.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Hamas video shows injured Israeli captive in Gaza

Hamas video shows injured Israeli captive in Gaza Hamas's military wing has released footage purporting to show a wounded Israeli captive in Gaza. The Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades published the unverified four-minute clip on Saturday, featuring a man with head and arm bandages identifying himself as "Prisoner 24". Speaking in Hebrew, the captive said he was injured during Israeli strikes, mentioning upcoming...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Singapore’s ruling party wins election in landslide

People’s Action Party wins its 14th successive election, giving PM Lawrence Wong the clear mandate he sought.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Israel arrests 290 Palestinians in West Bank during April

Israel arrests 290 Palestinians in West Bank during April Israeli forces have detained 290 Palestinians across the occupied West Bank in April, according to a military statement. Channel 12 cited an army spokesperson saying troops also seized 60 weapons and "hundreds of thousands of shekels" during the operations. The arrests come amid escalating military raids in the territory since the start of Israel's war on Gaza.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Gaza clans urge Egypt to open crossings amid famine crisis

Gaza clans urge Egypt to open crossings amid famine crisis Gaza notables and clans have issued an urgent appeal, demanding Egypt open border crossings as famine grips the besieged enclave. "The occupation uses food and starvation as a weapon against the people of the Gaza Strip," they said. "No potable water, no food, no aid for over 60 daysβ€”we suffer complete famine," the statement added according to Al Jazeera...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Israeli attacks kill two more as Syria government reaches deal with Druze

Israel has accused Syria of failing to protect the Druze as Israeli forces occupy and attack parts of the country.

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Israel launches further air strikes on Syria amid Druze tensions

Israel launches further air strikes on Syria amid Druze tensions Israellaunched around 20 air strikes onSyrialate on Friday in what the country's new rulers branded as a "dangerous escalation". The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said Israel hit military targets across Syria in the "heaviest" bombardment so far this year. The Sana news agency reported Israeli air strikes near Damascus and in the west, in Latakia...

Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye