At a Gaza zoo, war takes its toll on the animals
Municipal records show that there were a number of zoos in Gaza before the Israel-Hamas war erupted, displaying exotic and wild animals, including lions and eagles.
Middle East
'We won the war, won diplomacy': Araghchi says Iran pushed US war so it could control ceasefire
Four strikes reported against Syria's Abu al-Duhur military airfield, attackers unknown - report
As Iran-US negotiation window closes, countries race to reload, prepare for further war - analysis
Kushner says US will be 'very patient' with Iran, Turkey asks Trump to continue diplomatic efforts
Israel strikes Syrian military airport, local media reports • Trump's approval rating drops as Americans fear prolonged Iran conflict • US State Department says Hezbollah 'biggest threat' to Lebanon
Hormuz crossings rise slightly from weekend, remain in single digits, data shows
Some vessels could be passing through the strait with their transponders switched off and they are not considered in the tally.
Turkey expands Libya influence as Fidan meets Haftar amid US-backed reunification push - analysis
Ankara’s access to rival Libyan authorities could strengthen its disputed maritime claims and reshape regional energy planning.
Turkey's Erdogan urges Trump to continue US-Iran talks, offers support in diplomatic efforts
The Turkish foreign minister seperately spoke with his Iranian counterpart in a call on Tuesday, where the two discussed efforts to open the Strait of Hormuz and continue the US-Iran ceasefire.
Israeli flags on Lebanon highway violate UN resolution, UNIFIL says
Israel's military invaded a swathe of southern Lebanon during a war with Hezbollah this year, establishing a self-declared security zone that it says aims to shield northern Israel from attacks.
Saudi textbooks continue reforms, remove antisemitic content - report
According to the findings, the remaining examples of antisemitic content identified in previous IMPACT-se reviews have now been completely removed from Saudi textbooks.
Iranian drones target Iraq's Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani's office
Two drones launched from Iran targeted offices linked to KRG Prime Minister Masrour Barzani and a senior security official, with no casualties reported.
Trump's threats put Oman's balancing act under growing pressure - analysis
This is the second time that Trump has threatened Oman. It has not appeared fazed by these threats. It knows that it has to navigate a changed regional and international landscape.
Iraqi Kurdistan emerges as a key diplomatic bridge between US and Iran - analysis
Nechirvan Barzani’s ties with Washington, Tehran and regional Kurdish actors have positioned Iraqi Kurdistan as a key diplomatic bridge.
Iran threatens to go 'fully offensive' if diplomacy with US fails as 60-day MoU period ends
"Iranian entities must be prepared to escalate tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and wider region, as Iran will be ready to make decisions and take action on difficult decisions," an official said.
