Middle East
Russia becomes first nation to recognize Taliban government of Afghanistan since 2021 takeover
July 5, 2025
Russia becomes first nation to recognize Taliban government of Afghanistan since 2021 takeover
CNN — Russia has become the first nation to recognize the Taliban government of Afghanistan since it took power in…
Hamas submits ‘positive response’ to ceasefire proposal in major step toward a deal
July 5, 2025
Hamas submits ‘positive response’ to ceasefire proposal in major step toward a deal
CNN — Hamas announced on Friday that it had “submitted a positive response” to a proposal for a 60-day ceasefire…
Hamas to deliver final decision on Gaza ceasefire proposal after consultations
July 4, 2025
Hamas to deliver final decision on Gaza ceasefire proposal after consultations
In a formal statement released early today, Friday, Palestinian Hamas announced it will submit its final decision regarding the Gaza…
Scores killed in Gaza as Israel intensifies strikes
July 3, 2025
Scores killed in Gaza as Israel intensifies strikes
CNN — More than 80 Palestinians were killed across Gaza on Thursday, according to health officials, as Israel intensified its…
Prophecy, not politics, may also shape America’s clash with Iran
July 3, 2025
Prophecy, not politics, may also shape America’s clash with Iran
When most people contemplate the future of America’s conflict with Iran, they hunt for clues in grainy satellite photos, statements…
Could a ceasefire finally be struck in Gaza? Here’s what to know
July 3, 2025
Could a ceasefire finally be struck in Gaza? Here’s what to know
CNN — Donald Trump has not been shy about his desire for an end to the war in Gaza. After…
Activists sound alarm over US cuts to programs providing internet access and promoting democracy in Iran
July 3, 2025
Activists sound alarm over US cuts to programs providing internet access and promoting democracy in Iran
CNN — Days after Israel began striking Iran’s nuclear and military sites last month, a US non-profit that has provided…
Iranian hackers could target American defense companies working in Israel, US agencies warn
July 2, 2025
Iranian hackers could target American defense companies working in Israel, US agencies warn
CNN — US defense companies doing business in Israel are at increased risk of cyberattacks from Iran despite an Israel-Iran…
Iran’s president approves law suspending cooperation with UN nuclear watchdog
July 2, 2025
Iran’s president approves law suspending cooperation with UN nuclear watchdog
CNN — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has approved a law to halt cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA),…
Israeli forces launch more raids on Gaza, killing 43 people including 14 aid providers
July 2, 2025
Israeli forces launch more raids on Gaza, killing 43 people including 14 aid providers
Israel’s forces launched a series of raids on Gaza on Tuesday, killing and wounding dozens, while also continuing to target…