Israel on Monday (August 19) voiced its backing for the United States' new hostage proposal. Describing it as a "bridging proposal," Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for the first time publicly endorsed the latest US formula.

‘Bridging proposal’: Netanyahu publicly endorses US’ hostages-for-ceasefire deal; Hamas rejects

The Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza reported a grim milestone on Sunday (Aug 18). It has claimed that the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has claimed the lives of at least 40,099 people in the Gaza Strip.

Blinken arrives in Israel; Netanyahu blames Hamas for ceasefire stalemate

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas told a special session of the Turkish parliament on Thursday (August 15) that he would travel to Gaza, while adding, "Our life is not more worthy than the life of a child.

Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas vows to visit Gaza, says ‘our life is not more worthy’ than a child’s

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Wednesday (August 14) condemned Israel for its "psychological warfare" aimed at forcing Tehran to reconsider retaliation for the assassination of Hamas' political leader Ismail Haniyeh in the country.

Backing down from retaliating against Israel would invite ‘divine wrath’: Iran supreme leader Khamenei

Israel has green-lit a new settlement on a UNESCO World Heritage Site near Bethlehem in the occupied West Bank, according to a Wednesday (August 14) announcement by Bezalel Smotrich, the far-right finance minister and head of civil affairs at the Israeli defence ministry.

Historic UNESCO site threatened? Israel approves new settlement in West Bank near Bethlehem

The United States White House has warned that Iran could launch a "significant" attack on Israel this week. Briefing the press on Monday (August 12), National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby said: "We have to be prepared for what could be a significant set of attacks.

White House warns ‘significant’ Iranian attack on Israel can happen this week

Iran has announced its plans to attack Israel, revealed Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz on Monday (August 5). As tensions escalate between the two nations, this information, as per Jerusalem Post, was relayed to the Israeli minister by Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó.

Israeli FM Katz says Iran plans to attack Israel, conveyed warning via Hungary; seeks international action

The United Nations said Monday that nine employees of its agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) "may have been involved" in the October 7 attack on southern Israel by Hamas, which sparked war in Gaza, and have been fired.

UNRWA fires nine workers for involvement in October 7 Hamas attack

Iran on Monday (August 5) issued a Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) diverting aircraft to alter their course as reports suggest that Tehran may strike Tel Aviv soon.

Iranian attack on Israel looming? Tehran issues NOTAM, urges aircraft to change their routes

Anne Frank's statue in Netherlands' Amsterdam has been defaced with pro-Palestinian graffiti. Anne Frank, a German born Jewish girl killed by Nazis during the World War II, is known for her account of hiding from the Nazi occupiers.

Bloody hands and more: Vandals target Anne Frank statue in Amsterdam with 'Free Gaza' slogan

Lebanon's Hezbollah militant group on Wednesday (Jul 31) confirmed the death of its senior commander Fuad Shukr, who was killed in an Israeli airstrike on the outskirts of Beirut.

Hezbollah confirms top commander's assassination; Faud Shukr's body found in Beirut building's rubble

Israel on Tuesday (Jul 30) announced that it has "eliminated" Faud Shukr, an elusive Hezbollah military commander. Accusing Shukr of being behind the rocket strike on the annexed Golan strike, Israel said the military commander was killed using fighter jets in the Beirut area.

Who is Faud Shukr? The Hezbollah 'senior terrorist' Israel claims to have 'eliminated' in Beirut

Israeli forces have retrieved the bodies of five individuals who were taken hostage by Hamas during the October 7 attack on southern Israel. The military confirmed on Thursday (Jul 25) that the remains of Maya Goren and soldiers Ravid Aryeh Katz, Oren Goldin, Tomer Ahimas, and Kiril Brodski have been returned to Israel.

Israel recovers bodies of five hostages taken by Hamas during Oct 7 attack

An Israeli airstrike targeting a Hamas military leader claimed the lives of 90 Palestinians in Al-Mawasi, a designated humanitarian zone in Gaza on Saturday (Jul 13).

Netanyahu uncertain if Hamas commander Dief was killed in Israeli airstrike that took 90 civilian lives

On 7 October, during the initial chaos of the Hamas assault, Israel's armed forces reportedly employed a controversial battle tactic called the "Hannibal protocol," claims a report.

IDF used controversial 'Hannibal protocol' endangering civilians on Oct 7: Report

Pro-Palestine protesters scaled the roof of the Australian Parliament House in the capital Canberra on Thursday (July 4). Carrying banners that said "Palestine will be free", the protesters accused Israel of war crimes.

'Palestine will be free': Pro-Palestine protestors climb Australia Parliament roof, blame Israel of war crimes

The cost of war is heavy, and for the innocent, it is back-breaking. In Gaza, the Israel-Hamas war that has already stretched to over eight months has given way to dangerous skin diseases among children.

Israel-Hamas conflict: Children in Gaza hit hard by dangerous skin diseases amid prolonged war

Animal rights activists in the UK, on Tuesday (June 12), defaced the portrait of British King Charles III. This was his first official portrait since he ascended to the throne.

'No cheese, Gromit': Animal activists vandalise King Charles III's first official portrait. Watch!

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Labour challenger Keir Starmer on Tuesday (June 4) went head-to-head in their first debate ahead of July elections. The two leaders clashed over how to rejuvenate Britain's economy, with Sunak accusing the opposition of planning tax hikes if it wins the upcoming July 4 election.

UK election heats up: Sunak and Starmer go head-to-head on immigration and taxes in first debate

Belgian investigators on Wednesday (May 29) searched the home and offices of a European Parliament staffer, who they suspect may have played a role in spreading Russian propaganda ahead of the election for the EU assembly.

Belgian police search office and residence of EU staffer on Russia propaganda suspicions

About 5.7 million Syrians live in extreme poverty, reported the World Bank on Saturday (May 25). As per two new reports published by the World Bank on Syria, 13 years into the devastating civil war that has battered the economy and impoverished millions, more than a quarter of people are living in extreme poverty condition.

13 year war: 5.7 million or over 1 in 4 people 'extremely poor' in Syria, reports World Bank

Many areas of India have been reeling under heat wave conditions for the past few days. On Tuesday (May 21), the highest temperature of 47.8°C in the country was recorded at Haryana's Sirsa.

‘Looks like hell’: India swelters with higher than average temperatures, IMD shares heat map

Trigger warning: Some readers may find the details of this report disturbing. Discretion is advised In 2021, the United Kingdom and the world were shocked after the horrifying crimes of 'Necro Lord' David Fuller came to light.

'Necro Lord' David Fuller inspires law that'll punish perverts like him with prison time

Dubai, as per a report released on Tuesday (May 14) has emerged as a meeting point for criminals from across the world. A collaboration of over 70 media outlets and Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) titled 'Dubai Unlocked' has revealed that the city "has opened its doors to hundreds of people accused of criminality around the globe.

'Dubai Unlocked': Why has the city become a safe haven for alleged criminals and corrupt figures?