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War in the Middle East: latest developments

War in the Middle East: latest developments

The latest developments in the Middle East war: - US Central Command turns back 31 vessels - US Central Command (CENTCOM) said late Wednesday that it had also "directed 31 vessels to turn around or return to port" as part of its own "blockade against Iran". It said

FedEx faces French 'genocide' complaint over Israel cargoes

FedEx faces French 'genocide' complaint over Israel cargoes

American logistics giant FedEx has been targeted in France by a legal complaint alleging "complicity in the crime of genocide" over claims it transported parts for Israeli aircraft involved in bombing Gaza. The French Jewish Union for Peace (UJFP), an anti-Zionist group, said it had filed the

Israel vows to level homes in Lebanon, counter threats with 'full force'

Israel vows to level homes in Lebanon, counter threats with 'full force'

Israel said its military had been instructed to use "full force" against threats in Lebanon despite a truce, and vowed to level homes allegedly used by Hezbollah, with state media reporting demolitions were underway on Sunday. Some displaced residents have rushed back to their homes in the south

Turkey says Israel using security as a pretext to acquire 'more land'

Turkey says Israel using security as a pretext to acquire 'more land'

Turkey's top diplomat on Saturday accused Israel of creating an international "illusion" and using security concerns as a pretext to seize "more land," in the latest flare‑up in escalating tensions between the two regional powers. Israel and Turkey have been trading near‑daily

Little enthusiasm as Palestinians gear up for local polls

Little enthusiasm as Palestinians gear up for local polls

With local elections due next week, West Bank Palestinians are struggling to muster enthusiasm for their first ballot since the Gaza war, discouraged by limited political choice and the difficulty of voting under Israeli occupation. On April 25, voters will choose representatives in cities, towns and villages across the West

Italy shifts away from Israel, US over Mideast war

Italy shifts away from Israel, US over Mideast war

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni received a sharp rebuke from US President Donald Trump and suspended a defence agreement with Israel on Tuesday, signalling a shift in her foreign relations. The far-right prime minister was the only European leader to attend Trump's inauguration in 2025 and has

Over 200 arrested at pro-Palestinian rally in London

Over 200 arrested at pro-Palestinian rally in London

Police in London said they had arrested more 200 pro-Palestinian protesters Saturday at a demonstration in support of the banned group Palestine Action. Officers carried away activists to cheers and clapping from other demonstrators who gathered for the sit-down demonstration in the capital's Trafalgar Square. The