Israel

Israeli Forces Capture Prominent Sunni Islamist Official and Hamas Ally in Southern Lebanon

Israeli Forces Capture Prominent Sunni Islamist Official in Southern Lebanon

politics•2/9/2026

Palestinians Cross into Egypt via Rafah Border Crossing Amid Ceasefire Efforts

Tensions Along Gaza-Egypt Border Ease as Palestinians Attempt to Cross Rafah Crossing

politics•2/8/2026

Rafah Crossing Reopens for Civilians Amid Gaza Ceasefire, With Strict Security Screening

The Rafah Crossing, once a lifeline for Gaza's beleaguered residents, has played a pivotal role in international efforts to broker peace between Israel and Hamas. The crossing, situated on Egypt's border with the Gaza Strip, has been reopened for civilians amid a ceasefire phase, promising to further alleviate humanitarian suffering in the war-torn territory.

politics•2/7/2026

US-Iran Talks in Oman: A Rare Moment of Hope Amid Regional Tensions

The United States and Iran have begun critical talks in Oman, marking a rare moment of openness between two nations locked in a decades-long cycle of tensions. As regional actors jockey for influence in the Middle East, the world holds its breath as these negotiations unfold, with the outcome potentially determining the trajectory of the region's most pressing conflicts.

politics•2/6/2026