Middle East

Israel Expands Ground Offensive in Southern Gaza

Netanyahu Warns of Renewed Strikes on Beirut After Ceasefire Breach

An Israeli fighter jet has attacked southern Beirut in the first attacks on the Lebanese capital after the ceasefire that began in November. Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warns of more attacks. We do not allow any shelling against our communities, he says.

UN Warns Gaza's Food Supplies May Run Out in Two Weeks

The food available in Gaza will only last for around two weeks, warns the UN's food agency WFP.

Hamas Spokesperson and Family of Six Killed in Gaza Strikes

Swedish Foreign Minister Criticizes Israel on Humanitarian Aid During Visit

Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (M) has been on an unannounced three-day trip to Israel and the Palestinian West Bank. She says that she there criticized the Israeli government for not allowing humanitarian aid into Gaza and for allowing settlements to grow.

UN Reports 142,000 Displaced in Gaza in One Week as Fighting Resumes

Turkey-EU Relations Strained as Opposition Leader's Arrest Sparks Tensions

The arrest of the leading opposition politician Ekrem Imamoglu puts Turkey's relations with Europe at stake, warns the German top politician Manfred Weber, leader of the largest party group in the EU parliament.

Israel's Controversial Gaza Plan: Annexation Proposal Sparks Debate

Israel's defense chief has drawn up a ruthless Gaza plan that reflects a hardening attitude among both the country's government and the USA. The idea is to squeeze the Palestinians into a small "humanitarian zone", while Israel annexes the rest. Lieutenant Colonel Anders Ekholm wonders if the proposals are realistic. It will take sickly many resources.