Gaza

In a move that could have significant implications for the Middle East, Mohammad Shtayyeh, the Prime Minister of Palestine, has tendered his resignation, citing the need for new political arrangements and a government capable of overseeing the reunification of the West Bank and Gaza. What Happened...

The U.S. Central Command has reported an “environmental disaster” in the Red Sea following a missile attack by Houthi militants on a ship carrying fertilizer. What Happened: The U.S. Central Command has declared an “environmental disaster” in the Red Sea due to a missile...

A new survey from Morning Consult shows that fewer U.S. voters support providing military assistance to Israel since the war with Hamas began in October. When asked if they support providing military aid to Israel, U.S. voters who answered “yes” are broken down below by the following...

United Airlines Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:UAL) has announced plans to restart direct flights to Israel, becoming the first U.S. carrier to do so since the Gaza war in October. What Happened: United Airlines intends to resume direct flights to Israel in early March, making it the first U.S. airline to do...

The White House has rebuked Mike Johnson, the Republican Speaker of the House, for his allegations against President Joe Biden regarding the Israel-Hamas conflict. What Happened: The White House criticized Johnson for not being sincere in his support for the United States’ allies after he...

The World Food Program (WFP) has announced a halt in food deliveries to northern Gaza due to the escalating chaos in the region. This decision has raised concerns about a potential famine. The WFP’s move comes amid a significant reduction in the entry of aid trucks into Gaza. What Happened:...

The United States has put forward a draft resolution at the United Nations Security Council, highlighting the critical need for a “temporary ceasefire in Gaza as soon as practicable.” This proposal, as verified by Reuters on Monday, marks a pivotal shift in the U.S.’s stance...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed calls for a ceasefire in Gaza, vowing to “finish the job.” A member of his War Cabinet has also threatened to invade the city of Rafah if Israeli hostages are not released by the upcoming Muslim holy month of Ramadan. What Happened...

The United States Department of Defense (DoD) has reported the first-ever sighting and neutralization of an underwater drone deployed by Houthi fighters in the Red Sea. What Happened: The DoD, through its central command (CENTCOM), disclosed that U.S. forces in the Red Sea identified and targeted...

The Israeli military has conducted a raid on the largest operational hospital in Gaza, the Nasser Hospital. The raid, which Israel claims was “precise and limited,” has sparked chaos and concern. The death toll in Gaza has now reached 28,663, with the situation in Rafah becoming...

Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon have resulted in the deaths of nine civilians, including four children, according to Lebanese security sources. What Happened: The Israeli strikes on Wednesday targeted villages in southern Lebanon, resulting in the deaths of nine civilians, including four...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has decided to withdraw from peace talks with Hamas due to what he terms “delusional” demands. This decision has put the prospect of a ceasefire in further jeopardy. What Happened: Netanyahu has chosen not to send a delegation to Cairo for the...

Efforts to broker a cease-fire in the Gaza Strip continued on Tuesday as Israeli forces prepared for operations in the southern city of Rafah, where hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians have sought refuge. Bill Burns, the director of the CIA was in Cairo on Tuesday to meet with his...

China has issued a warning to Israel, cautioning of a potential “serious humanitarian disaster” in Gaza. This comes amid mounting international pressure on Israel to agree to a ceasefire with Hamas. What Happened: China has urged Israel to halt its military operation in the southern...

The Iran-backed Houthi militants in Yemen have reportedly launched missiles at a cargo ship in the Red Sea that was en route to Iran. The targeted vessel was carrying corn to an Iranian port, as per the U.S. Central Command. What Happened: The Houthi militants, who have been attacking commercial...