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Lebanon to file UN complaint over Israeli wall building in south
Lebanon to file UN complaint over Israeli wall building in south
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has instructed the Foreign Ministry to file an urgent complaint with the UN Security Council over Israel’s construction of a concrete wall in southern Lebanon that ex…
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November 15, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Lebanon to file UN complaint over Israeli wall building in south
German Left party urges ‘end to repression against pro-Palestinian movements’
German Left party urges ‘end to repression against pro-Palestinian movements’
Germany’s opposition party The Left on Saturday called for an end to what it views as a crackdown against pro-Palestinian solidarity movements in the country, Anadolu reports. “The repression…
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November 15, 2025 at 6:18 PM
German Left party urges ‘end to repression against pro-Palestinian movements’
The fourteenth annual Palestine Book Awards, organised by the Middle East Monitor (MEMO), took place yesterday in London in a moving and powerful display of literary celebration.
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November 15, 2025 at 6:08 PM
The fourteenth annual Palestine Book Awards, organised by the Middle East Monitor (MEMO), took place yesterday in London in a moving and powerful display of literary celebration.
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Israel closes Ibrahimi Mosque in Hebron, imposes curfew on Palestinians for Jewish holiday
Israel closes Ibrahimi Mosque in Hebron, imposes curfew on Palestinians for Jewish holiday
Israeli forces have maintained a curfew on Palestinians in the Old City of Hebron in the southern West Bank and closed the Ibrahimi Mosque to Muslim worshippers to allow illegal settlers to mark a …
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November 15, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Israel closes Ibrahimi Mosque in Hebron, imposes curfew on Palestinians for Jewish holiday
Iraq election commission says objections will not affect preliminary results
Iraq election commission says objections will not affect preliminary results
Iraq’s electoral commission said Saturday that objections to the results of the country’s parliamentary elections will not affect the preliminary results. “All objections submitted so far are class…
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November 15, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Iraq election commission says objections will not affect preliminary results
Israel’s Shin Bet Director David Zini proposed the use of electronic monitoring bracelets for extremist illegal settlers as a measure to stop growing violence against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank, Israeli media said on Saturday.
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November 15, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Israel’s Shin Bet Director David Zini proposed the use of electronic monitoring bracelets for extremist illegal settlers as a measure to stop growing violence against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank, Israeli media said on Saturday.
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South Africa investigates ‘mysterious’ chartered flight carrying 153 Palestinian refugees
South Africa investigates ‘mysterious’ chartered flight carrying 153 Palestinian refugees
South Africa is investigating a “mysterious” chartered flight that brought 153 Palestinian refugees into the country without the required documents on Thursday, President Cyril Ramaphos…
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November 15, 2025 at 3:40 PM
South Africa investigates ‘mysterious’ chartered flight carrying 153 Palestinian refugees
The UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) called Saturday for the entry of sheltering materials into the war-torn Gaza Strip as heavy rains flood tents of displaced civilians amid dire humanitarian conditions.
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November 15, 2025 at 2:49 PM
The UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) called Saturday for the entry of sheltering materials into the war-torn Gaza Strip as heavy rains flood tents of displaced civilians amid dire humanitarian conditions.
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Jordan's King Abdullah arrives on 2-day visit to Pakistan
Jordan’s King Abdullah arrives on 2-day visit to Pakistan
Jordan’s King Abdullah Saturday arrived on a two-day state visit to Pakistan to further strengthen bilateral relations, Anadolu reports. President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz …
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November 15, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Jordan's King Abdullah arrives on 2-day visit to Pakistan
Tunisia’s opposition figure Jaouhar Ben Mbarek continued his open-ended hunger strike in prison, marking his 17th day without food on Friday.
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November 15, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Tunisia’s opposition figure Jaouhar Ben Mbarek continued his open-ended hunger strike in prison, marking his 17th day without food on Friday.
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Israel returns remains of 15 more Gazans under ceasefire deal, Health Ministry
Israel returns remains of 15 more Gazans under ceasefire deal, Health Ministry
Gaza’s Health Ministry said on Saturday that it had received the remains of 15 more Palestinians from Israel via the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) under a ceasefire deal, An…
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November 15, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Israel returns remains of 15 more Gazans under ceasefire deal, Health Ministry
US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff plans to meet soon with Hamas chief negotiator Khalil al-Hayya, according to a report published Friday.
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November 15, 2025 at 1:07 PM
US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff plans to meet soon with Hamas chief negotiator Khalil al-Hayya, according to a report published Friday.
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Turkiye reiterates support for Palestine on 37th founding anniversary
Turkiye reiterates support for Palestine on 37th founding anniversary
Turkiye on Saturday congratulated the State of Palestine on the 37th anniversary of its founding, reiterating support for the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people, Anadolu reports. The Turk…
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November 15, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Turkiye reiterates support for Palestine on 37th founding anniversary
The US Permanent Mission to the UN on Friday announced support for a Security Council resolution aimed at finding “a viable path towards peace and stability” in the Gaza Strip and beyond.
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November 15, 2025 at 12:17 PM
The US Permanent Mission to the UN on Friday announced support for a Security Council resolution aimed at finding “a viable path towards peace and stability” in the Gaza Strip and beyond.
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Israel’s Shin Bet chief suggests use of electronic bracelets to curb settler violence against Palestinians
Israel’s Shin Bet chief suggests use of electronic bracelets to curb settler violence against Palestinians
Israel’s Shin Bet Director David Zini proposed the use of electronic monitoring bracelets for extremist illegal settlers as a measure to stop growing violence against Palestinians in the occupied W…
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November 15, 2025 at 12:16 PM
Israel’s Shin Bet chief suggests use of electronic bracelets to curb settler violence against Palestinians
Israeli army detains 15 Palestinians during West Bank raids
Israeli army detains 15 Palestinians during West Bank raids
The Israeli army launched a widespread arrest campaign in several areas across the occupied West Bank, detaining 15 Palestinians, according to local sources. Three young people were arrested in Nab…
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November 15, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Israeli army detains 15 Palestinians during West Bank raids
UN agency calls for entry of shelter supplies into Gaza amid harsh weather conditions
UN agency calls for entry of shelter supplies into Gaza amid harsh weather conditions
The UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) called Saturday for the entry of sheltering materials into the war-torn Gaza Strip as heavy rains flood tents of displaced civilians amid dire humanit…
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November 15, 2025 at 11:52 AM
UN agency calls for entry of shelter supplies into Gaza amid harsh weather conditions
Tunisia’s imprisoned opposition figure marks 17th day of hunger strike
Tunisia’s imprisoned opposition figure marks 17th day of hunger strike
Tunisia’s opposition figure Jaouhar Ben Mbarek continued his open-ended hunger strike in prison, marking his 17th day without food on Friday, Anadolu reports. Ben Mbarek, the cofounder of the count…
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November 15, 2025 at 11:26 AM
Tunisia’s imprisoned opposition figure marks 17th day of hunger strike
The UN said Friday that Israel has rejected 23 humanitarian aid requests since the Gaza ceasefire began on Oct. 10, leaving critical relief supplies blocked from entering the enclave.
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November 15, 2025 at 11:14 AM
The UN said Friday that Israel has rejected 23 humanitarian aid requests since the Gaza ceasefire began on Oct. 10, leaving critical relief supplies blocked from entering the enclave.
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Palestine expresses gratitude to South Africa for accepting over 150 Gaza citizens
Palestine expresses gratitude to South Africa for accepting over 150 Gaza citizens
Palestine commended South Africa for receiving over 150 nationals from the Gaza Strip who couldn’t provide the required documents, Anadolu reports. South Africa on Thursday granted a 90-day visa ex…
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November 15, 2025 at 11:14 AM
Palestine expresses gratitude to South Africa for accepting over 150 Gaza citizens
Trump says he is weighing Saudi request to buy F-35 fighter jets
Trump says he is weighing Saudi request to buy F-35 fighter jets
US President Donald Trump said Friday he is weighing a request by Saudi Arabia to purchase F-35 stealth fighter jets, days before Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman visits the White House on Nov. 18,…
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November 15, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Trump says he is weighing Saudi request to buy F-35 fighter jets
UN Security Council renews Yemen sanctions for another year
UN Security Council renews Yemen sanctions for another year
The UN Security Council overwhelmingly agreed Friday to renew its Yemeni sanctions mandate for another year, Anadolu Agency reports. The resolution, which garnered 13 votes in favor and two abstent…
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November 15, 2025 at 10:47 AM
UN Security Council renews Yemen sanctions for another year
Trump special envoy plans to meet with Hamas official: Report
Trump special envoy plans to meet with Hamas official: Report
US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff plans to meet soon with Hamas chief negotiator Khalil al-Hayya, according to a report published Friday, Anadolu Agency reports. The date for the meeting has not been …
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November 15, 2025 at 10:24 AM
Trump special envoy plans to meet with Hamas official: Report
As evidence piles up of Israel’s flouting of international law and humanitarian norms, Europe engages in a kind of ritual rhetoric, without taking action.
#OPINION by Jasim Al-Azzawi
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#OPINION by Jasim Al-Azzawi
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November 15, 2025 at 10:23 AM
As evidence piles up of Israel’s flouting of international law and humanitarian norms, Europe engages in a kind of ritual rhetoric, without taking action.
#OPINION by Jasim Al-Azzawi
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#OPINION by Jasim Al-Azzawi
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Egypt, Saudi Arabia call for Sudan ceasefire, full implementation of Gaza agreement
Egypt, Saudi Arabia call for Sudan ceasefire, full implementation of Gaza agreement
Egypt and Saudi Arabia stressed the need on Friday for a ceasefire in Sudan and the full implementation of the Gaza agreement, Anadolu reports. Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty spoke on the…
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November 15, 2025 at 10:17 AM
Egypt, Saudi Arabia call for Sudan ceasefire, full implementation of Gaza agreement