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Former Israeli PM urges 'civic revolt' against Israeli government

Former Israeli PM urges 'civic revolt' against Israeli government Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak has called for "civic revolt" against the Israeli government. The Times of Israel reported that Barak, who was prime minister from 199 to 2001, made the remarks at an anti-government protest in Tel Aviv. He said: "A black flag of illegitimacy flies over every one of [the government's] actions, and itโ€™s our civic...

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

At least three killed as Syrian forces raid ISIL hideouts in Aleppo

Syrian authorities say three ISIL fighters killed and several others detained in Aleppo raids.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

More than 200 killed in Gaza over past 48 hours

More than 200 killed in Gaza over past 48 hours More than 200 Palestinians have been killed in Gaza over the past 48 hours, Gaza's Government Media Office has said. Another 140 people are buried in the debris of buildings destroyed by the Israeli military, the office reported, adding that 1,000 housing units have been destroyed. "This is a complex crime that constitutes a clear violation of international humanitarian...

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

FA Cup Final 2025: Crystal Palace defeat Man City in major upset

Crystal Palace win their first major trophy by beating Manchester City 1-0 in the FA Cup final at Wembley stadium.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Half a million march through London to commemorate Nakba

Half a million march through London to commemorate Nakba An estimated 600,000 people marched through central London to Downing Street on Saturday to commemorate the 77th anniversary of the Nakba. Protesters came from around the country, including from Wales and northern England. Protestors march through Westminster in central London (Middle East Eye) The Palestine Solidarity Campaign said the march was intended to...

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Half a million march to Downing Street to urge Starmer to cut ties with Israel

Half a million march to Downing Street to urge Starmer to cut ties with Israel Submitted by Imran Mulla on Sat, 05/17/2025 - 17:20 Organisers said they aimed to mark the 77th anniversary of the Nakba and urge the UK to 'take action' to stop the ethnic cleansing of Palestinians Organisers estimated that 600,000 attended Saturday's march (Middle East Eye) Off An estimated 600,000 people marched through central London to...

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Hamas says new Gaza truce talks under way as Israel expands ground assault

Israel and Hamas confirm indirect talks being held in Qatar as Israel expands ground offensive, killing dozens.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Top genocide scholars unanimous that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza: Dutch investigation

Top genocide scholars unanimous that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza: Dutch investigation Submitted by MEE staff on Sat, 05/17/2025 - 15:17 Researchers from Israel, the Netherlands, the US, the UK, Australia, Croatia and Canada say Israel's conduct meets the legal threshold of genocide A Palestinian man carries the body of a child killed in Israeli strikes in Jabalia, northern Gaza, on 16 May 2025...

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Three Iranian men charged under UK's National Security Act

The men arrived in the UK, including by small boats, between 2016 and 2022 and were granted temporary leave to remain after claiming asylum.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: BBC Middle East favicon BBC Middle East

Israeli defence minister says Hamas returned to talks following deadly army offensive

Israeli defence minister says Hamas returned to talks following deadly army offensive Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has said that Hamas has returned to discussions after Israel launched a deadly military offensive on Gaza late on Friday. โ€œWith the launch of Operation Gideonโ€™s Chariots in Gaza, led with great force by the IDF [Israeli army] command, the Hamas delegation in Doha announced a return to negotiations...

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Israel targeted 68 food and aid distribution centres since start of war on Gaza

Israel targeted 68 food and aid distribution centres since start of war on Gaza Israel has attacked 68 humanitarian aid and food distribution centres in the Gaza Strip since the start of the war, according to the Gaza government media office. "This criminal behaviour, which deliberately targets relief and social welfare facilities, confirms beyond doubt that the Israeli occupation is using food as a weapon of war, in...

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Israeli army continues West Bank raid as settlers attack homes and burn vehicles

Israeli army continues West Bank raid as settlers attack homes and burn vehicles Submitted by Fayha Shalash on Sat, 05/17/2025 - 12:18 The town of Bruqin remains under siege as the Israeli army looks for a gunman who killed a settler A Palestinian man surveys the charred remains of vehicles in the Barkan Industrial Park, near the town of Salfit in the occupied West Bank, on 16 May 2025 (Jaafar Ashtiyeh/AFP) Off The...

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

At least 21 dead after storms hit US states of Missouri and Kentucky

The storms are part of a severe weather system sweeping across the Midwest, leaving thousands without power.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Unrwa chief: New plans for Gaza 'distraction from atrocities'

Unrwa chief: New plans for Gaza 'distraction from atrocities' Philippe Lazzarini, commissioner-general of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (Unrwa), has stressed that there is an imminent danger of famine looming over Gaza's population. "Donโ€™t reinvent the wheel: putting together new 'plans' is a distraction from the atrocities + a waste of resources," he said in a post on X. Lazzarini added that humanitarian...

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Iranโ€™s leaders slam Trump for โ€˜disgracefulโ€™ remarks during Middle East tour

The pushback comes after the US president accused Tehran's leadership of being 'corrupt and ineffective'.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Seven European nations urge Israel to โ€˜reverse its current policyโ€™ on Gaza

Israel has halted the entry of food, medication and all other essentials into the Palestinian territory since March 2.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Palestinian health ministry: 153 killed in past 24 hours

Palestinian health ministry: 153 killed in past 24 hours Israeli bombardment across the Gaza Strip has killed over 153 people and wounded 459 others in just the past day, according to the Palestinian health ministry. The death toll from Israel's war on Gaza has risen to53,272, with more than 120,673 injured since 7 October 2023.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Trumpโ€™s moment in the Middle East

Dissecting the spectacle and substance of Trumpโ€™s Middle East tour.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Hamas calls on Arab League summit to 'stop genocide in Gaza'

Hamas calls on Arab League summit to 'stop genocide in Gaza' Hamas has demanded that Arab countries assume their "historical responsibilities" and take steps to end Israel's war and siege on Gaza. In a statement coinciding with the34th Arab League summit convening in Iraq, the Palestinian movement called on neighbouring countries to "stop the genocide in Gaza and impose urgent sanctions on the fascist occupation"....

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Poland presidential election 2025: Polls, results, contenders

Poles head to the polls to elect their next president as incumbent Duda's second term comes to an end.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Everton vs Southampton: Goodison Park stages final Premier League match

Everton play their final Premier League match at Goodison Park on Sunday at a venue steeped in history and tradition.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Gaza media office urges opening of crossings amid '77 days of systematic starvation'

Gaza media office urges opening of crossings amid '77 days of systematic starvation' The Gaza government media officeis warning ofwidespread famine amongGaza's population of 2.4 million people, including 1.1 million children, after Israel imposed a blockade on Gaza for the past 77 days. The death toll from malnutrition and starvation has risen to 57 reported deaths, with most of the cases involving children. "This...

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

UK police charge three Iranians with suspected espionage

The men were charged with engaging in conduct likely to assist a foreign intelligence service, police said.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Unicef: 45 children killed in two days

Unicef: 45 children killed in two days Unicef has called for an end to violence in Gaza following the killing of at least 45 children in the past two days. โ€œThe reported killing of at least 45 children in the Gaza Strip in the last two days is yet another devastating reminder that children in Gaza are suffering first and foremost, having to starve day after day only to be victims of indiscriminate attacks," the agency...

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Stabbing in Old City wounds Israeli police officer

Stabbing in Old City wounds Israeli police officer A stabbing attack at Bab al-Silsila, one of the gates of the Al-Aqsa Mosque, has wounded on Israeli officer,local media reports. The attacker, who has been identified to be from Beit Hanina, was shot dead by Israeli forces. Following the assault at the Old City of the Jerusalem, swathes of police arrived at the site to close the gates and remove Palestinian...

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Libyan ministers resign as protesters call for government to step down

Police officer killed as the country sees renewed deadly clashes in the aftermath of the killing of a militia commander.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Three Iranian nationals charged with espionage in the UK

Three Iranian nationals charged with espionage in the UK Submitted by MEE staff on Sat, 05/17/2025 - 10:17 The London-based men face accusations of spying for Iran between 2024 and 2025 Police officers walk down The Mall in central London on 5 May 2025 (Henry Nicholls/ Pool/AFP) Off Three Iranian nationals have been charged with espionage in the UK, police in London said on Saturday. Mostafa Sepahvand, 39, Farhad...

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Q&A: Botswanaโ€™s Letsile Tebogo on his Olympic triumph; African sprinters

Tebogo talks to Al Jazeera about breaking the American and Jamaican dominance, and the future of sprinting in Africa.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Arab League calls for funds to rebuild Gaza at summit in Baghdad

The war on Palestinian territory dominated the summit, especially after Israel approves plans to expand its offensive.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Israelโ€™s Gaza โ€˜disengagementโ€™ that paved the way for conquest

The Israeli withdrawal from Gaza in 2005 was not a concession. It was a strategic move to thwart Palestinian statehood.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Knicks oust Celtics in Game 6 playoffs, make Eastern Conference finals

New York's 38-point victory against Boston Celtics in Game 6 was the largest win in Knicks playoff history.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Trump says he will call Putin, Zelenskyy to discuss Ukraine โ€˜bloodbathโ€™

The US leader says he will phone the Russian president, followed by his Ukrainian counterpart and NATO allies on Monday.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

โ€˜Exploding inequalityโ€™: The fight for the hearts and minds of Polandโ€™s left

The left-wing contenders in Sundayโ€™s presidential election are expected to perform better this time - but not much.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Thousands of Palestinians flee north Gaza amid intensified Israeli attacks

Israel kills at least 115 Palestinians since Friday as it intensifies bombardment amid widespread forced starvation.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Malaysiaโ€™s โ€˜fish huntersโ€™ target invasive species, one catch at a time

Invasive species are an issue the world over, and waterways in mega-biodiverse Malaysia are threatened by imported fish.

Published on: May 17, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East