BETHLEHEM, West Bank– The historic city of Bethlehem is set to celebrate a festive Christmas this year after two years of subdued observances due to the war in Gaza. Located in the occupied West Bank, Bethlehem — known as the birthplace of Jesus — is once again preparing to welcome pilgrims and tourists from around […]
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Trump administration revokes 80,000 US visas
WASHINGTON – The Trump administration has revoked nearly 80,000 non-immigrant visas since taking office on January 20, as part of a wide-ranging immigration crackdown targeting offenses from driving under the influence to assault and theft, a senior State Department official revealed on Wednesday. According to the report, around 16,000 visas were canceled for DUI offenses, […]
Israel bans Red Cross from visiting Palestinian prisoners
TEL AVIV: Israel has formally banned the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) from visiting Palestinian prisoners detained under its controversial “unlawful combatants” law, Defence Minister Israel Katz announced on Wednesday. Katz said the decision was made on national security grounds, stating that allowing ICRC access to detainees could endanger the state and its […]
Tata accused of aiding Israel’s military operations in Gaza
WASHINGTON, DC – India’s largest conglomerate, Tata Group, has been accused of playing a key role in Israel’s military operations and “occupation economy,” according to a report by the US-based South Asian political collective Salam. The report, titled “Architects of Occupation: The Tata Group, Indian Capital, and the India-Israel Alliance,” alleges that Tata is “at […]
Hamas Publishes Names of 20 Israeli Hostages to Be Freed Under Ceasefire Deal
DUBAI — The Palestinian group Hamas has published the names of 20 Israeli hostages who will be freed under the first phase of a ceasefire agreement with Israel. The list includes Bar Abraham Kupershtein, Evyatar David, Yosef-Chaim Ohana, Segev Kalfon, Avinatan Or, Elkana Bohbot, Maxim Herkin, Nimrod Cohen, Matan Angrest, Matan Zangauker, Eitan Horn, Eitan […]
Trump calls himself “good at solving wars”
WASHINGTON – US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that he is aware of the rising tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, claiming he will handle the issue after his return from the Middle East. Speaking aboard Air Force One en route to Israel, Trump described himself as “good at solving wars,” adding that the ongoing […]
Tens of Thousands Rally for Palestine in Sydney and Across Europe Amid Fragile Gaza Ceasefire
SYDNEY: Tens of thousands of people joined pro-Palestinian rallies across Australia and Europe this weekend, calling for an end to Israel’s occupation and showing doubt about the new ceasefire in Gaza. In Sydney, about 30,000 protesters marched through the city’s business district on Sunday after a court blocked their plan to gather at the Sydney […]
Gaza Erupts in Celebration
GAZA: Palestinians in Gaza and families of Israeli hostages broke into emotional celebrations on Thursday after news of a pact between Israel and Hamas to end the war in Gaza and bring home all Israeli hostages, both living and dead. In Gaza, where over 2 million people have been displaced by Israeli airstrikes, crowds cheered […]
Timeline: Key Moments from Gaza War to Trump’s Announced Ceasefire Deal
WASHINGTON – US President Donald Trump has announced that Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a Gaza peace plan, marking the first significant breakthrough in more than two years of devastating war that killed tens of thousands and displaced nearly the entire population of Gaza. Read More: Breakthrough Near as Gaza […]
Trump Says Gaza Hostages Likely to Be Freed Monday
(Agencies) – US President Donald Trump told Fox News’ Hannity program on Wednesday that hostages held in Gaza will “probably be released on Monday,” following an earlier announcement that Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of his proposed ceasefire plan in the war-torn enclave. “I am very proud to announce that Israel […]