What does the PKK’s disarming mean for its regional allies? Syria’s SDF is unlikely to follow the PKK’s lead and disarm, but talks with Damascus could be bolstered. Al Jazeera · May 14, 2025
In some Jewish families, speaking up for Palestine stirs discontent Opposing views have become more entrenched since the genocide in Gaza began, resulting in disownment for some. Al Jazeera · May 14, 2025
Israeli attacks on Gaza kill 84 as ceasefire talks continue At least 50 people were killed in attacks on northern Gaza, including in Jabalia refugee camp. Al Jazeera · May 14, 2025
Trump meets Syria’s al-Sharaa, eyes normalisation of ties with Damascus US president urges Syria’s interim president to establish ties with Israel, says US will drop ‘all sanctions’. Al Jazeera · May 14, 2025
Dozens killed by Israeli strikes in Gaza, including many women and children – as it happened Dead include those killed in a strike on the European hospital complex near Khan Younis The Guardian - UK · May 14, 2025
Did Pakistan shoot down five Indian fighter jets? What we know New Delhi and Islamabad have provided contrasting claims about the incident. Al Jazeera · May 14, 2025
‘We need our bananas back’: Traders left in limbo amid Malawi-Tanzania spat Trade dispute between the southeast African neighbours left Malawian fruit sellers struggling for produce and income. Al Jazeera · May 14, 2025
What did India and Pakistan gain – and lose – in their military standoff? As the archrivals halt hostilities after four days of fighting, analysts discuss if either gained an upper hand. Al Jazeera · May 14, 2025
US decision to lift sanctions on Syria: Here’s what you need to know US President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday in Saudi Arabia that he would lift sanctions on Syria. Al Jazeera · May 13, 2025
Israel ‘normalisation’ takes back seat as Trump announces Saudi deals In Riyadh, US president focuses on business, shifting from Biden’s policy that prioritised Saudi Arabian-Israeli ties. Al Jazeera · May 13, 2025
Trump faces backlash of Maga faithful over plan to accept plane gift from Qatar Some of president’s most devoted supporters speak out against accepting $400m luxury jet as new Air Force One The Guardian - US · May 13, 2025
Kurdish leader Ocalan told the PKK to disband, it did: Here’s what to know PKK leader Abdullah Ocalan is leading peace efforts to end a Kurdish armed rebellion against Turkiye after four decades. Al Jazeera · May 13, 2025
Campaigners take UK to court over export of F-35 components to Israel Al-Haq, a Palestinian rights organisation, and the Global Legal Action Network take their case to the High Court. Al Jazeera · May 13, 2025
Drones, gold, and threats: Sudan’s war raises regional tensions RSF drone strikes on Port Sudan have raised regional tensions and put a spotlight on the country’s booming gold economy. Al Jazeera · May 13, 2025
Al Jazeera · May 13, 2025 Trump visits the Middle East: All the countries visited by US presidents For the second time in his presidency, Donald Trump’s first official state visit is to Saudi Arabia.
Al Jazeera · May 13, 2025 Trump in the Middle East: How much are US-Gulf investments worth? US President Donald Trump embarks on a three-day tour of Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates from Tuesday.
Al Jazeera · May 13, 2025 ‘No guardrails’: How India-Pakistan combat obliterated old red lines From missiles targeting broad swaths of territory to water as a weapon, the threshold for the next war has been lowered.
Al Jazeera · May 12, 2025 Hamas frees soldier Edan Alexander as Gaza faces bombardment, famine risk Hamas frees Edan Alexander as Israel presses on with its Gaza assault and 71-day blockade of all aid.
Al Jazeera · May 12, 2025 Trump visits Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE: What to know Economic deals and security top the agenda on Trump trip to Middle East, the first state visit of his second term.
Al Jazeera · May 12, 2025 Ex-UK home secretary: Trump unlikely to yield peace between Ukraine, Russia Charles Clarke and another Cambridge University expert argue Europe could replace a failing US as Ukraine’s guarantor.
Al Jazeera · May 12, 2025 Do Israel’s attacks make a difference to Yemen’s Houthis? The US and the Houthis have come to a ceasefire agreement, but Israel continues to trade attacks with the Yemeni group.
Al Jazeera · May 12, 2025 ‘Who suffered the most?’: Fear and fatigue in Kashmir after ceasefire The region, which faced the brunt of the India-Pakistan military escalation, limps back to life. But questions remain.
Al Jazeera · May 11, 2025 ‘Difficult ceasefire’: Guns silent, but will the India-Pakistan truce hold? While residents along India’s border areas remain on the edge, experts say the fragile peace does not promise much.
Al Jazeera · May 10, 2025 Explosions, violations reported after India and Pakistan agree ceasefire The nations have agreed to an internationally mediated agreement prompting scenes of celebrations in Kashmir.
Al Jazeera · May 10, 2025 Children among 21 killed in Israel’s attacks on Gaza amid aid blockade Cancer and diabetes patients among those suffering from Israel’s ban on entry of all items, including medicine, in Gaza.