Israeli tanks closed in on the Mawasi camp for displaced Palestinians in southern Gaza’s Rafah on Sunday after killing at least 47 people in overnight airstrikes. A Palestinian rescue worker…
The ban on headscarves in Tajikistan is seen as a reflection of the political line that the government of president-for-life Emomali Rahmon has been pursuing since 1997. Copyright AP Photo/Maxim…
ATMIS, a peacekeeping force, is committed to withdrawing by December 31, when a smaller new force is expected to replace it [File: Tobin Jones/AFP] Somalia’s government is seeking to…
Unknown assailants have attacked two Orthodox churches and a synagogue in the majority Muslim republic of Dagestan, state media reported Sunday, killing at least two police officers, one priest and one…
At least three people were killed in a Russian bombing attack on Ukraine’s second city, Kharkiv, on Saturday afternoon, Ukraine’s president said. Copyright Andrii Marienko/Copyright 2024 The AP. All rights…
The White House slammed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s criticism of U.S. weapons deliveries as “vexing.” White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby (R) and White House Press Secretary…
sraeli tanks move near Rafah’s Mawasi camp day after killing 47
Israeli tanks closed in on the Mawasi camp for displaced Palestinians in southern Gaza’s Rafah on Sunday after killing at least 47 people in overnight airstrikes. A Palestinian…
Why did Muslim-majority Tajikistan ban the hijab?
The ban on headscarves in Tajikistan is seen as a reflection of the political line that the government of president-for-life Emomali Rahmon has been pursuing since 1997. Copyright…
Somalia asks peacekeepers to slow withdrawal, fears armed group resurgence
ATMIS, a peacekeeping force, is committed to withdrawing by December 31, when a smaller new force is expected to replace it [File: Tobin Jones/AFP] Somalia’s government is…
Several Killed as Orthodox Church and Synagogue Attacked in Russia’s Dagestan
Unknown assailants have attacked two Orthodox churches and a synagogue in the majority Muslim republic of Dagestan, state media reported Sunday, killing at least two police officers, one priest…
At least six killed after Russia and Ukraine exchange attacks
At least three people were killed in a Russian bombing attack on Ukraine’s second city, Kharkiv, on Saturday afternoon, Ukraine’s president said. Copyright Andrii Marienko/Copyright 2024 The AP.…
White House slams Netanyahu criticism on US weapons deliveries
The White House slammed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s criticism of U.S. weapons deliveries as “vexing.” White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby (R) and White House…
Turkey signed two major deals with Somalia. Will it be able to implement them?
On June 17, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Ankara. It was the fourth high-level meeting between the two countries this year, and…
Russia, North Korea Sign Mutual Defense Deal as Kim Pledges Support for Ukraine Invasion
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday signed a mutual defense agreement with North Korea’s Kim Jong Un, who offered his “full support” of Moscow’s war against Ukraine. Kim…
UN rights office accuses Israel of violating laws of war in Gaza
The U.N. human rights office on Wednesday accused Israeli forces of repeatedly violating fundamental principles of the laws of war in their military campaign on Gaza. A Palestinian…
US cancels talks in Washington over Netanyahu’s complaint of weapons holdup – report
mWhite House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre speaks during the daily briefing at the White House in Washington, Tuesday, June 18, 2024. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh) The White House has…
Top ISIS leader in Somalia was target of US airstrike
A United States military airstrike in Somalia targeted the top Islamic State leader in late May, but it remains unclear if the leader was killed in the airstrike,…
Hezbollah launches full-throttle retaliatory assault on Israel
Lebanon’s Iran-backed Hezbollah militants announced a significant offensive, launching rockets and drones at Israeli military targets on Thursday in retaliation for the killing of one of its senior…
Russian ships arrive in Cuba as Cold War allies strengthen their ties
A group of Russian Navy ships, including a nuclear-powered submarine, arrived in Cuba on Wednesday morning in a sign of strengthening ties between the two Cold War allies.…
Million-plus begin Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca under shadow of Gaza war
More than a million Muslim pilgrims were in Mecca Friday for the start of a Hajj pilgrimage held against the grim backdrop of the Gaza war and in exhausting…
Putin promises ‘immediate’ peace if Ukraine drops NATO bid and gives away Russian-occupied areas
Russian president said the war in Ukraine will end if Kyiv gives up on its NATO application and withdraws troops from four regions occupied and unilaterally annexed by…
Dozens killed, 140 missing after migrant boat from Somalia sinks off Yemen coast
Yemen a major route for African migrants trying to reach Gulf countries for work. A boat carrying migrants sank off the coast of Yemen, killing at least 49…
Biden’s Israel policy may hasten Trump’s rise, US allies fear
FASANO, Italy — President Joe Biden’s support for Israel’s war in Gaza has caused him no shortage of political troubles back home. And the rest of the world…
Türkiye confirms Hamas request for its guarantorship for cease-fire
Speaking to Daily Sabah on Thursday, Turkish diplomatic sources confirmed that Hamas sought guarantorship of the country in a cease-fire deal with Israel. Palestinians walk among the rubble…
King inaugurates ‘Call for Action: Urgent Humanitarian Response for Gaza’ conference at Dead Sea
DEAD SEA — His Majesty King Abdullah on Tuesday said the people of Gaza have been suffering from death and devastation that has far DEAD SEA — His…
215 rockets fired at north after IDF killing of ‘most senior’ Hezbollah officer yet
PM holds security assessment; no injuries in barrages as Hezbollah vows to ramp up attacks; military says target Taleb Abdullah commanded key regional division in south Lebanon …
sraeli tanks move near Rafah’s Mawasi camp day after killing 47
Israeli tanks closed in on the Mawasi camp for displaced Palestinians in southern Gaza’s Rafah…
Why did Muslim-majority Tajikistan ban the hijab?
The ban on headscarves in Tajikistan is seen as a reflection of the political line…
Somalia asks peacekeepers to slow withdrawal, fears armed group resurgence
ATMIS, a peacekeeping force, is committed to withdrawing by December 31, when a smaller new…
Several Killed as Orthodox Church and Synagogue Attacked in Russia’s Dagestan
Unknown assailants have attacked two Orthodox churches and a synagogue in the majority Muslim republic…
At least six killed after Russia and Ukraine exchange attacks
At least three people were killed in a Russian bombing attack on Ukraine’s second city,…
White House slams Netanyahu criticism on US weapons deliveries
The White House slammed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s criticism of U.S. weapons deliveries as…
Turkey signed two major deals with Somalia. Will it be able to implement them?
On June 17, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Ankara.…
Russia, North Korea Sign Mutual Defense Deal as Kim Pledges Support for Ukraine Invasion
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday signed a mutual defense agreement with North Korea’s Kim…
UN rights office accuses Israel of violating laws of war in Gaza
The U.N. human rights office on Wednesday accused Israeli forces of repeatedly violating fundamental principles…
US cancels talks in Washington over Netanyahu’s complaint of weapons holdup – report
mWhite House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre speaks during the daily briefing at the White House…
Top ISIS leader in Somalia was target of US airstrike
A United States military airstrike in Somalia targeted the top Islamic State leader in late…
Hezbollah launches full-throttle retaliatory assault on Israel
Lebanon’s Iran-backed Hezbollah militants announced a significant offensive, launching rockets and drones at Israeli military…
Russian ships arrive in Cuba as Cold War allies strengthen their ties
A group of Russian Navy ships, including a nuclear-powered submarine, arrived in Cuba on Wednesday…
Million-plus begin Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca under shadow of Gaza war
More than a million Muslim pilgrims were in Mecca Friday for the start of a Hajj…
Putin promises ‘immediate’ peace if Ukraine drops NATO bid and gives away Russian-occupied areas
Russian president said the war in Ukraine will end if Kyiv gives up on its…
Dozens killed, 140 missing after migrant boat from Somalia sinks off Yemen coast
Yemen a major route for African migrants trying to reach Gulf countries for work. A…
Biden’s Israel policy may hasten Trump’s rise, US allies fear
FASANO, Italy — President Joe Biden’s support for Israel’s war in Gaza has caused him…
Türkiye confirms Hamas request for its guarantorship for cease-fire
Speaking to Daily Sabah on Thursday, Turkish diplomatic sources confirmed that Hamas sought guarantorship of…
King inaugurates ‘Call for Action: Urgent Humanitarian Response for Gaza’ conference at Dead Sea
DEAD SEA — His Majesty King Abdullah on Tuesday said the people of Gaza have…
215 rockets fired at north after IDF killing of ‘most senior’ Hezbollah officer yet
PM holds security assessment; no injuries in barrages as Hezbollah vows to ramp up attacks;…
