Syria pledges to form committee to investigate clashes in Sweida
The committee would investigate reported attacks and abuses against civilians and refer anyone proven to have participated in such attacks to the judiciary.
Middle East
Those recognizing a Palestinian state 'can't even tell you where it is,' Rubio says
Trump officials told Congress Israel agreed to match $30 million for GHF, sources say
IDF bombs largest Hezbollah precision missile factory in Lebanon to block terror org. rebuidling
Fighting the world, losing the war: IRGC talks big after beatdown by Israel
IRAN AFFAIRS: A wounded tiger is a dangerous beast, and the IRGC, in claiming it was taking on the world, feels backed into a corner.
Iranian president says country is on brink of dire water crisis
Faced with resource mismanagement and over-consumption, Iran has faced recurrent electricity, gas and water shortages during peak demand months.
In a first, Arab League countries condemn Oct. 7 attack, call on Hamas to disarm
A range of voices, including France, the Israeli Hostages and Missing Families Forum and liberal pro-Israel pundits, heralded the Arab League’s participation as a remarkable breakthrough.
Inside Syria’s struggles: Jonathan Spyer on conflict, Israel’s strategy, and reintegration
In a conversation with Jonathan Spyer, expert on Syria, we explore the latest flare-ups of violence, Israel's strategic role, and the challenges of reintegrating a fractured nation.
How UN delays, Hamas theft, and black market greed caused Gaza's hunger
“There is some hunger in Gaza, and it exists only in places Hamas is pursuing it, not in other areas,” said Professor Eytan Gilboa.
Portugal preparing to recognize Palestine as soon as next September, FM says - report
Portugal's Foreign Minister Paulo Rangel said that the Palestinian Authority would be the recognized leadership of a Palestinian state.
US to sanction Palestinian Authority, PLO members, State Dept. confirms
The State Department did not confirm which individuals would be sanctioned.
Swedish man found guilty in killing of Jordanian fighter pilot in Syria
The Swede, identified in court documents as Osama Krayem, was sentenced to life in prison for participating in the execution of Muath al-Kasasbeh.
Gun control, border regulation: Lebanon's Aoun inches toward Hezbollah confrontation - analysis
Aoun spoke about the need for a “comprehensive approach to restricting the possession of weapons to the army and security forces."
Trump 'deeply disturbed' by footage of Gazan children, seeks to discuss situation with Netanyahu
Seeing the suffering of children captured in photos motivated Trump to boost US aid efforts, White House officials reportedly told CNN.
