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Hundreds of IDF investigations into killings still have no public outcome, BBC Verify finds
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BBC Middle East
center5d ago

Hundreds of IDF investigations into killings still have no public outcome, BBC Verify finds

BBC Verify identified 254 incidents between October 2023 and August 2024 where the IDF is accused of killing or injuring people in Gaza, Lebanon, the West Bank, and Israel, with 226 of these having no public outcome. The IDF stated it takes allegations seriously, but investigations into potential violations of international humanitarian law are not routinely made public, even when escalated to criminal probes.

Israel–Palestine
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US Congressman says support growing for bill to stop Israeli settlements
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Middle East Eye
center5d ago

US Congressman says support growing for bill to stop Israeli settlements

US Congressman Joaquin Castro stated that support is growing for the proposed Stop the Settlements Act, with over 50 members of Congress now co-sponsoring the bill. The legislation aims to sanction individuals involved in seizing Palestinian land in the West Bank or Gaza, which Castro argues exacerbates conflict and hinders peace efforts.

Israel–Palestine
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Musk says US government may be behind slowdown of Ukraine drone speeds
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BBC Europe
center5d ago

Musk says US government may be behind slowdown of Ukraine drone speeds

Elon Musk suggested the US government may be behind speed restrictions on Ukraine's Starlink-connected drones, stating Starshield is controlled by the US military and any limits are decided by the President. Ukraine reported unexpected new speed limits disrupting missions, with an adviser to President Zelensky calling the timing related to recent Kyiv-Washington strains, though the US government has not commented.

Ukraine–Russia
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Unpolished, anti-Bibi, but evasive on peace: who is the Israeli opposition candidate Gadi Eisenkot?
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The Guardian Middle East
left5d ago

Unpolished, anti-Bibi, but evasive on peace: who is the Israeli opposition candidate Gadi Eisenkot?

The ‘menschy’ former general contrasts with the current PM when it comes to style and character – yet on key policy points retains a studied ambiguityHe has been called the man who is everything the Israeli prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, is not. Gadi Eisenkot, a former general and the main opposition candidate in Israel’s elections this month, is unpolished where Netanyahu is slick.

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How Gaza changed Europe, exposing cracks that grow bigger by the week | Shada Islam
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The Guardian Europe
left5d ago

How Gaza changed Europe, exposing cracks that grow bigger by the week | Shada Islam

The ongoing war in Gaza, initiated by Hamas attacks on October 7, 2023, has resulted in over 74,000 Palestinian deaths and widespread destruction, altering global views of Israel and questioning US influence. Europe's inaction and perceived double standards in addressing the conflict have eroded its global credibility and exposed internal divisions regarding human rights and freedom of expression.

Israel–Palestine
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Russia loses 1,880 soldiers over past day
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Ukrainska Pravda
center5d ago

Russia loses 1,880 soldiers over past day

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported that Russia lost 1,880 soldiers killed and wounded over the past day, bringing its total personnel losses to an estimated 1,559,230 since February 24, 2022. The update also detailed losses in tanks, armored vehicles, artillery systems, and aircraft, with the information currently undergoing confirmation.

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Board of Peace plan stalled as Israel blocks Gaza outpost construction, report says
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Middle East Eye
center5d ago

Board of Peace plan stalled as Israel blocks Gaza outpost construction, report says

Israel has blocked the construction of a key military outpost in Gaza, stalling the Board of Peace plan initiated after an October 2025 ceasefire. The US-backed plan, which includes a base for 150 international troops contracted to Arkel International, cannot proceed without Israel permitting contractors and trucks to enter Gaza.

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Retired US generals call on Pentagon to cancel 'barbaric' execution livestream
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BBC US & Canada
center5d ago

Retired US generals call on Pentagon to cancel 'barbaric' execution livestream

Seventy-two retired US generals and admirals urged the Pentagon to cancel plans to livestream the execution of Nidal Hasan, the Fort Hood shooter, arguing it would be a "barbaric abuse of authority" and turn him into a martyr. While President Trump approved the plan, a final decision on the December 3 execution livestream, which would be the first public execution in the US in nearly a century, has not yet been made.

United States
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X suspends 13,000 accounts linked to Iran, China and Russia 'targeting US politics'
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Middle East Eye
center5d ago

X suspends 13,000 accounts linked to Iran, China and Russia 'targeting US politics'

Social media platform X announced on October 14, 2026, that it suspended over 13,000 accounts linked to Iran, Russia, and China for targeting US political conversations. These networks used inauthentic accounts to amplify content about US politics, targeting candidates and public figures across the political spectrum.

Iran
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White House spokesperson Katie Zacharia’s law career faces scrutiny
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Al Jazeera
center5d ago

White House spokesperson Katie Zacharia’s law career faces scrutiny

A public accountability nonprofit filed a complaint with the State Bar of California on Wednesday questioning White House spokesperson Katie Zacharia's claims of being a licensed lawyer. The complaint alleges Zacharia has repeatedly represented herself as a lawyer without verifiable proof of passing a bar exam, potentially violating state law.

United States
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Trump again: 'Iran lost all its defences, war will end soon, fuel prices drop'
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Middle East Eye
center5d ago

Trump again: 'Iran lost all its defences, war will end soon, fuel prices drop'

Former US President Donald Trump stated at an Arizona rally that Iran had lost its military defenses and that the war would end soon, claiming Washington controlled the Strait of Hormuz. Trump asserted that Iran's leadership had been significantly degraded and predicted a drop in fuel prices once the conflict concluded.

Iran
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Ukraine war briefing: UK pledges £17m to repair Chornobyl attack damage amid fears of slipping US support
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The Guardian Europe
left5d ago

Ukraine war briefing: UK pledges £17m to repair Chornobyl attack damage amid fears of slipping US support

Britain will provide £17 million to fund critical repairs to the Chornobyl power plant's protective shelter and ventilation, damaged by a Russian drone attack last year. This pledge comes amid concerns about long-term US commitment to Ukraine and reports of Ukraine's military experiencing throttled access to Starlink technology.

Ukraine–Russia
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'They break their promises, Iran must be prepared for war': Ghalibaf says
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Middle East Eye
center5d ago

'They break their promises, Iran must be prepared for war': Ghalibaf says

Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher has said the country must be prepared for war even as it negotiates with the United States, accusing Washington of "making promises and then breaking them". In a televised speech, Ghalibaf said Iran's main concern is preventing the US from attacking again.

Iran
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UN calls on Israel to stop crackdown on Palestinian civil society
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Middle East Eye
center5d ago

UN calls on Israel to stop crackdown on Palestinian civil society

United Nations deputy spokesperson Farhan Haq stated that partner organizations called on Israel to cease its crackdown on Palestinian civil society after Israeli forces raided Palestinian civil society organizations and the Palestine Medical Complex in Ramallah on Tuesday. The raids involved confiscating files and equipment and detaining individuals, which the UN human rights office noted has a chilling effect on human rights defenders and protection workers.

Israel–Palestine
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Overthrowing Iran's government 'essential for Israel's security', Netanyahu says
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Middle East Eye
center5d ago

Overthrowing Iran's government 'essential for Israel's security', Netanyahu says

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that overthrowing Iran's government is essential for Israel's security but unlikely before the October 27 elections. Netanyahu claimed significant progress in weakening Iran and preventing its nuclear ambitions, accusing political rivals of opposing these efforts.

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US has warned Ukraine data sharing will cease in event of new strikes on Russia – The Washington Post
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Ukrainska Pravda
center5d ago

US has warned Ukraine data sharing will cease in event of new strikes on Russia – The Washington Post

US intelligence officials warned Ukraine that all intelligence sharing would cease if Kyiv launches new strikes on Russian energy facilities, according to The Washington Post. This warning follows recent Russian ballistic missile attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure, which President Zelenskyy stated occurred without early warning from partners.

Ukraine–Russia
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Houthi strikes mark the end of Saudi Arabia's Yemen 'containment strategy'
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Middle East Eye
center5d ago

Houthi strikes mark the end of Saudi Arabia's Yemen 'containment strategy'

Houthi forces have escalated strikes within Saudi Arabia, targeting Riyadh's international airport and Aramco facilities in Dhahran, marking a collapse of the kingdom's prior containment strategy. These more precise attacks, which have penetrated Saudi air defenses, underscore the Houthis' evolving capabilities and pose a significant challenge to Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's regional security approach.

Iran
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Why some pro-Palestine activists have turned their backs on Mamdani
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Middle East Eye
center5d ago

Why some pro-Palestine activists have turned their backs on Mamdani

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is arguably the most pro-Palestinian mayor in New York City's history. He campaigned heavily on the issue of Palestine, repeatedly condemning Israel and labelling its war on Gaza a genocide.

Israel–Palestine
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Why Zelensky's meeting with Burnham matters
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BBC Europe
center5d ago

Why Zelensky's meeting with Burnham matters

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham at Downing Street on Wednesday, where Burnham pledged accelerated air defense deliveries and stated Britain "would forever stand by you." The meeting, marked by a military ceremonial guard for Zelensky, aimed to strengthen European alliances and potentially mend bridges with the United States.

Ukraine–Russia
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