Fears grow for largest remaining hospital in Gaza as Israeli forces bombard Khan Younis Staff say situation at Nasser hospital ‘catastrophic’ as Israeli strikes hit metres away The Guardian - UK · Jan 19, 2024
Iceland volcano: Situation in Grindavík has 'become very bleak' following new eruption A volcano on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula erupted on Sunday, cracking open fissures that are extending toward Grindavík and threatening to drown the town in lava flows. LiveScience · Jan 15, 2024
What enforcement power does the International Court of Justice have in South Africa's genocide case against Israel? South Africa says that Israel is committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza and has asked the International Court of Justice to intervene and stop Israeli military action in Gaza. The Conversation · Jan 13, 2024
‘The situation is dire’: winter heaps misery on displaced people of Gaza For those living out in open, lack of clothes, blankets and firewood is exacerbated by harsh winds and rain The Guardian - UK · Jan 12, 2024
Why Is South Africa Taking Israel To Court For Genocide? The Historic Moment, Explained “Israel deployed 6,000 bombs per week … UN chiefs have described [Gaza] as a graveyard for children. Nothing will stop the suffering, except an order from this court.” Pedestrian.tv · Jan 12, 2024
See the Geminid meteor shower 2023 light up the sky in these amazing photos The Geminid meteor shower, one of the best of the year, put on a brilliant show Dec. 13 amid a near-moonless sky. More shooting stars are expected tonight. Space · Dec 14, 2023
Claims that a dead baby in Gaza is actually a doll are proven false A mother was filmed in Gaza on December 1, holding the body of her dead son in her arms after he was killed in the latest wave of Israeli bombardments. However, once the footage was uploaded online, several people and a prominent Israeli paper claimed that the dead infant was… France 24 · Dec 7, 2023
In pictures: emotional scenes as Israel and Hamas trade prisoners for hostages Hamas freed 17 hostages and Israel released 39 Palestinian detainees. We take a look at what has happened so far. WEKU · Nov 26, 2023
Turkish parliamentary committee delays decision on Sweden's NATO membership bid The Turkish Parliament’s foreign affairs committee has opened a debate on Sweden's bid to join NATO but adjourned proceedings without a decision The Independent UK · Nov 16, 2023
Israel ramps up attacks in Gaza, striking schools, hospitals and mosques As Israeli army’s assault intensifies, UN school reportedly sheltering many displaced women and children is bombed. Al Jazeera · Nov 4, 2023
Gaza diary part 15: ‘I am completely numb. I don’t have the energy to be hopeful’ Ziad, a 35-year-old Palestinian, recounts another day in Gaza: a new month – but what will it bring? And will the real challenge come when the situation ends? The Guardian - UK · Nov 3, 2023
UN says agency in Gaza ‘practically out of business’ – as it happened This blog is now closed. Our live coverage continues here The Guardian - US · Nov 3, 2023
Morning Mail: Gaza City ‘surrounded’, stakes high for Albanese’s China mission, new Beatles song released Israel’s assault on Hamas strongholds is intensifying amid fierce fighting; the prime minister prepares for his most delicate diplomatic mission The Guardian - AU · Nov 2, 2023
Gaza diary part 13: ‘Just like a candle, I am fading. My body is losing strength’ Ziad, a 35-year-old Palestinian, recounts another day in Gaza; jubilation that the connection is back, a bittersweet encounter with a friend, and daily pain and exhaustion The Guardian - UK · Oct 30, 2023
The Guardian - UK · Oct 30, 2023 Israeli forces advance in northern Gaza, as aid trickles in from the south Reports of fierce clashes inside Gaza as the ‘second phase’ of the Israeli military’s war against Hamas continues
The Guardian - AU · Oct 20, 2023 What happened in the Russia-Ukraine war this week? Catch up with the must-read news and analysis Moscow recuits Serbs to replenish its diminished armed forces; Russia’s biggest offensive in months is failing, Kyiv says
The Guardian - UK · Oct 18, 2023 Biden backs Israel’s stance on deadly blast at Gaza hospital US president tells Benjamin Netanyahu evidence suggests ‘the other team’ is responsible for Tuesday night explosion
The Guardian - UK · Oct 13, 2023 Violence hits East Jerusalem and West Bank as Israel orders Gaza evacuation Palestinian protesters and Israeli security forces clash in several areas before expected ground offensive
WEKU · Oct 13, 2023 Doctors in Gaza describe the war's devastating impact on health care — and civilians After the brutal attack on Israel by Hamas militants, Israel has begun air strikes on Gaza. The World Health Organization warns that the health system there is at a breaking point.
Reuters · Jun 5, 2023 Pakistan's Prime Minister hopeful for deal with IMF this month Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is hopeful of finalising a deal with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) this month, he said in an interview with Turkish news agency Anadolu.
Reuters · May 29, 2023 Who won Turkey's 2023 elections? Final results, and the high stakes at issue Tayyip Erdogan extended his rule into a third decade by defeating Kemal Kilicdaroglu in Turkey's presidential election on Sunday. Here are details on how it unfolded:
The Guardian - UK · May 28, 2023 Recep Tayyip Erdoğan wins Turkish presidential election Election board confirms victory of incumbent over opposition candidate Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu after runoff
Reuters · May 28, 2023 Turkey initial results show Erdogan with edge in runoff President Tayyip Erdogan led Turkey's runoff election with 54.78% support based on Sunday's initial results versus challenger Kemal Kilicdaroglu with 45.22%, with 67% of ballot boxes opened, according to data from the state-run Anadolu Agency.
The Guardian - UK · May 23, 2023 Can Turkey’s opposition bridge enthusiasm gap before runoff vote? Rejuvenated Erdoğan is in pole position as Kılıçdaroğlu reckons with lack of belief among supporters
Al Jazeera · May 15, 2023 What’s a run-off? All to know about Turkey election results This is the first time Erdogan faces a second-round run-off vote as a presidential candidate.