Israel free to act against threats Netanyahu told Trump Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told US President Donald Trump that Israel would remain free to act against threats in Lebanon. AAP · May 24
DMRC expands global outreach, forms international arm to pursue overseas metro projects The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) is expanding its horizons by seeking international collaboration for infrastructure enhancements. Nations such as Israel, Egypt, and Kenya are keen to partner on these initiatives. To facilitate these global endeavors, DMRC has established a new entity - Delhi Metro International Limited. The Economic Times · May 24
Mission Unaccomplished: Trump’s Gulf gamble runs aground as Iran survives American assault Emerging US-Iran deal details spark alarm among hawkish Republicans, who expected Iranian collapse. Instead, Iran appears strategically intact, having demonstrated leverage by disrupting the Strait of Hormuz and surviving US-Israel military pressure. This outcome has exposed fractures within Trump's coalition and emboldened Tehran's negotiating stance. The Times of India · May 24
Netanyahu told Trump Israel will remain free to act against threats, Israeli source says Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu informed U.S. President Donald Trump that Israel will retain freedom to act against threats in Lebanon during a call concerning a potential U.S.-Iran agreement. Trump indicated a memorandum of understanding is largely negotiated, aiming to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Israel emphasized its right to… The Economic Times · May 24
Scottish flotilla activist 'grateful to be alive' after 'torture' by Israel military It has been less than 24 hours since Hughie Stirling arrived home at Inverness Airport, carrying nothing but a duty free bag containing his Israeli… The National (Scotland) · May 24
The Democrats’ 2024 autopsy fails to confront the truth The document is full of disclaimers and does not address fundamental issues, including Gaza and the Biden-to-Harris transition The Guardian - US · May 24
Details emerge of a potential Iran deal as US cites progress A significant deal is emerging between the United States and Iran. This agreement aims to end the ongoing war and reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz. Iran is expected to give up its stockpile of highly enriched uranium. Details and timelines are still being finalized. This development could ease global… The Economic Times · May 24
Who Is Elise Stefanik? Trump's Fiercest Israel Defender in Congress Now Tipped to Lead America's Entire Spy Network Elise Stefanik's potential appointment as Director of National Intelligence has raised concerns over her pro-Israel stance, with critics questioning her ability to maintain neutrality in US intelligence priorities. International Business Times UK · May 24
Tulsi Gabbard’s resistance to foreign wars amid Trump’s aggression was her undoing The director of national intelligence was sidelined as the president abandoned his pose as the ‘candidate of peace’ The Guardian - US · May 24
The week in pictures: Ebola outbreak in Africa, Putin in China and Cannes Film Festival mermaids The Ebola outbreak spreads in Democratic Republic of Congo, Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping meet in Beijing, Japanese actress Arisa Sasaki dresses as a mermaid for the Cannes Film Festival and Gaza flotilla activists are humiliated by Israel’s far-right National Security Minister Ben-Gvir. Here is… France 24 · May 24
Scottish flotilla activist returns home after being deported from Israel A Scottish activist who was sailing as part of a major aid flotilla to Gaza has arrived home after being deported from Israel ... The National (Scotland) · May 24
France Bans Far-Right Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir in Diplomatic Row Over Abuse of Abducted Flotilla Activists France has banned Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir after outrage over the treatment of pro-Palestinian activists detained on a Gaza-bound flotilla, escalating diplomatic tensions with Israel. International Business Times UK · May 24
From Hormuz to nuclear talks - what to expect in the 60-day US-Iran ceasefire proposal A potential 60-day ceasefire extension between the US and Iran is nearing, aiming to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and allow Iranian oil exports. This deal, brokered by Pakistan, includes lifting US port blockades and sanctions waivers, contingent on Iran negotiating its nuclear program and ending the Israel-Hezbollah conflict. Global… The Times of India · May 24
The Guardian - UK · May 24 Former prosecutor calls for EU statute blocking US sanctions on ICC members US imposed sanctions on nine judges and a prosecutor after ICC issued arrest warrants for members of Israeli cabinet
The National (Scotland) · May 24 Will Andy Burnham really 'change Labour'? Experts weigh in ANDY Burnham has painted himself as a man of principle, but will he really be any different to Keir Starmer?
International Business Times UK · May 24 Trump Freezes Out Netanyahu During Iran Negotiations Leaving Israeli PM 'Almost Completely' Out of the Loop: Report Donald Trump reportedly sidelined Netanyahu from Iran talks, straining US-Israel ties. Despite reassurances, their alliance looks fragile as strategies diverge and tensions mount.
Latin Times · May 23 U.S.-Iran Agreement Imminent — Strait of Hormuz Expected to Reopen, Oil Prices Set to Fall The announcement, made via a post on Truth Social, came after a wide-ranging phone call with leaders from Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Pakistan, Türkiye, Egypt, Jordan, and Bahrain — a coalition of regional powers that have played a central role in mediating the 84-day conflict. Trump also…
The Guardian - US · May 23 Trump claims peace deal with Iran ‘largely negotiated’ with strait of Hormuz to open President’s claim is tempered by Pakistani PM’s hopes of hosting more talks ‘very soon’, and Iran’s Fars news agency saying strait of Hormuz will remain under Iranian control
The Independent UK · May 23 South African Gaza flotilla activists allege they were shocked with electricity in Israeli detention South African activists detained while trying to breach Israel's blockade of Gaza have alleged abuse by Israeli soldiers
The Economic Times · May 23 Israel hits Lebanon as Hezbollah says Iran won't abandon group Hezbollah said its chief Naim Qassem had received a message from Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, saying the latest proposal through Pakistani mediators aimed ending the regional war emphasised "the demand to include Lebanon" in the broader ceasefire. Lebanese authorities, however, have insisted the country's ongoing talks with Israel under…
The National (Scotland) · May 23 Far-right Israeli minister banned from 2 countries after horrific Gaza flotilla video Far-right Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has been banned from two countries over a horrific video which showed Gaza flotilla activists being…
International Business Times UK · May 23 Flotilla Activists Allege Israeli Forces Used a Gun to Sexually Assault Detainees as Italy Opens Criminal Investigation Activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla allege systematic abuse by Israeli forces, prompting prosecutors in Rome to investigate claims of kidnapping, torture and sexual assault. Israel denies the allegations.
The Times of India · May 23 UK pension giant sold Israeli bonds after pressure from pro-Palestine campaigners: Report The UK’s largest public sector pension investment pool quietly sold millions of dollars' worth of Israeli government bonds following months of pressure from pro-Palestine campaigners, according to a report by Middle East Eye.
AAP · May 23 France bans Israeli minister after detainee taunts France has banned Israel's far-right national security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, citing his unspeakable behaviour toward activists from a flotilla to Gaza.