Rising Nile waters flood Egypt and Sudan, fueling tensions over Ethiopia’s mega-dam and forcing thousands of residents to evacuate affected areas.

Syria announces an immediate ceasefire between government forces and SDF amid tensions over an integration deal, aiming to stabilize the region.

Israeli forces shell Gaza as Trump-backed talks seek to free hostages and end the ongoing two-year conflict, raising tensions in the region.

Ex-senator Mushtaq Khan, freed from Israeli custody and now safe at Pakistan’s Amman embassy, vows to keep fighting the Gaza blockade.

Israeli strikes pound Gaza on war’s second anniversary as Hamas and Israel hold U.S.-brokered peace talks in Egypt, seeking a ceasefire and hostage release.

Two years after her photo moved the world, Gaza’s Inas Abu Maamar endures new tragedy—losing more family in Israeli strikes, now caring for her orphaned nephew in exile.

Following October 7 attacks, thousands of Jews made Aliyah for safety and solidarity, while many Israelis left amid conflict, creating a net migration deficit.

Greta Thunberg arrived in Athens to cheers after being deported by Israel with hundreds of activists attempting to deliver aid to Gaza, calling Israeli actions “genocide” amid reports of mistreatment during detention.

Israel and Hamas began indirect talks in Egypt on Trump’s Gaza plan, focusing on hostages, ceasefire, withdrawal, and disarmament.

Swiss and Spanish Gaza flotilla activists allege beatings, confinement, and mistreatment while detained by Israeli authorities.

Egypt’s President Sisi thanks Trump as Egypt hosts Gaza peace talks, focusing on ceasefire, hostage returns, reconstruction, and Palestinian politics.

Hamas arrived in Egypt for talks with Israel to halt Gaza fighting and secure hostages, with U.S. officials calling the coming days critical.

Syrians vote indirectly for the first post-Assad parliament; Sharaa selects remaining lawmakers, raising questions about inclusivity.

Eight Muslim nations, including Pakistan, back Hamas’s steps on Trump's Gaza plan despite concerns, calling it a chance for peace and a ceasefire.

Eight Muslim nations welcomed Hamas’s response to Trump’s Gaza peace plan, urging an end to war, Israel’s withdrawal, hostage release, and progress toward a two-state solution.

Syria holds its first parliamentary vote since Assad’s fall, with 6,000 electors choosing two-thirds of lawmakers as President Sharaa seeks to consolidate post-war power.

Dozens killed in Gaza as Israeli airstrikes continue despite Trump’s call for a ceasefire after Hamas signaled readiness to free hostages under his proposed peace plan.

Hundreds of Iraqi farmers protest cultivation ban as severe drought and water scarcity devastate agriculture across southern Iraq.

Global leaders welcome Trump’s call to stop Gaza bombing after Hamas agrees to release hostages and participate in the U.S. peace plan.

Hamas and Islamic Jihad support Trump’s peace plan, raising hopes for Israeli hostages’ release and easing the intensity of the Gaza conflict.

Palestinian Islamic Jihad backs Hamas’ response to Trump’s Gaza plan, aiding potential hostage release as Israel scales back strikes amid ongoing conflict.

Britain and Qatar welcomed Hamas’s response to the Gaza peace plan, urging swift talks for a lasting ceasefire, hostage release, and humanitarian access in Gaza.

Trump urges Israel to halt Gaza bombings after Hamas accepts key parts of U.S. peace plan; Israel readies hostage release, but fighting persists amid cautious optimism.

The statement followed a stern ultimatum from Trump, who warned that unless Hamas reached an agreement with Israel by Sunday, 6 p.m. Washington time, the group would face consequences “like no one has ever seen before.”

Trump gives Hamas until Sunday 6 pm to accept Gaza peace plan or face major attacks; plan proposes temporary international committee to run Gaza.

Pro-Palestinian protests in Europe block roads and vandalize shops after Israel intercepts Gaza aid flotilla; activists, including Greta Thunberg, are detained.

Israel intercepts final Gaza aid flotilla vessel, detaining activists and starting deportations, sparking global protests and solidarity strikes in Italy.

Ireland plans to limit Israel sanctions to goods under corporate pressure, avoiding broader service bans that could threaten U.S. investment.

Syria will hold an indirect vote Sunday for its first post-Assad parliament, raising concerns over inclusivity, minority and female representation, and centralization of power under President Ahmed al-Sharaa.

US approves $230m aid for Lebanon’s forces to boost sovereignty and push Hezbollah disarmament amid pressure after a year of conflict with Israel.