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center81d ago

Israeli settler who took part in brutal assault on Palestinians released from house arrest

An Israeli settler, Tal Yinon Dardik, who participated in a brutal assault on Palestinians in Khirbet Humsa on March 13, has been released from house arrest by the Jerusalem District Court. The court deemed the location of his house arrest untenable, allowing him to report to police twice daily instead of remaining confined. This decision follows criticism from Israel's Defense Minister and ongoing reports of increased settler violence displacing Palestinians in the West Bank.

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Al Jazeera

center81d ago

Iran, US set new conditions during Hormuz talks: What does this mean?

On Monday, US President Donald Trump demanded compensation from Iran for decades of alleged actions, while Iran issued new demands for reparations and stated it would not reopen the Strait of Hormuz until Washington meets its conditions. The exchange of new demands has stalled negotiations, raising doubts about reopening the crucial waterway and causing oil prices to surge.

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Middle East Eye

center81d ago

Israel holding bodies of 1,700 Palestinians as bargaining chips, says report

Israel is reportedly holding the bodies of approximately 1,700 Palestinians, including combatants and civilians, as potential bargaining chips for future hostage negotiations, according to Haaretz. This practice, supported by the Shin Bet and military but questioned by legal sources regarding non-combatants, continues despite no Israeli hostages currently being held by Palestinian groups.

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center81d ago

Bulgaria drone crash a wake-up call for country's defenses

A Ukrainian-manufactured Maya decoy drone carrying explosives entered Bulgarian airspace on Saturday, exploding near the village of Kardam approximately 100 meters from the Romanian border. While officials confirmed the incident was not deliberate, the airspace breach highlighted Bulgaria's insufficient anti-drone capabilities, prompting calls for rapid acquisition of new defense systems.

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Al Jazeera

center81d ago

‘New level of danger’: Drone incidents scare Europe amid Russia-Ukraine war

A quadcopter drone carrying explosives crashed at Germany's Leipzig/Halle Airport on August 4 after failing to detonate on a Ukrainian cargo plane, prompting fears of Russian operations across Europe. Analysts suggest the incident is part of a wider Russian hybrid warfare campaign to test NATO air defense vulnerabilities and sow panic.

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Al Jazeera

center81d ago

Future of southern Lebanon peacekeeping uncertain ahead of UNIFIL phase-out

As UNIFIL's mandate expires at year-end, its future role in southern Lebanon remains uncertain amid ongoing Israeli conflict and elusive political solutions. While support exists for peacekeepers, any successor force will likely be smaller and contingent on a regional agreement, with current US-brokered talks sidelining UNIFIL from key implementation roles.

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Al Jazeera

center81d ago

Palestine weekly: Netanyahu hedges on Gaza roadmap

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly rejected a 15-point Gaza roadmap while reports indicated secret approval for infrastructure rehabilitation in eastern Rafah and a planned base for an International Stabilization Force. Despite de-escalation in attacks, violence continued, with Israeli forces killing one Palestinian and wounding five others, while Gaza's Health Ministry reported significant numbers of casualties and missing persons under rubble.

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Middle East Eye

center81d ago

Colombia recognises Israeli sovereignty over Golan Heights

Submitted by MEE staff on Tue, 08/11/2026 - 11:28 Abelardo de la Espriella's ascent to the presidency marked a dramatic shift back to pro-Israel policies in Colombia Colombia's new President Abelardo de la Espriella delivers a speech at the Pichincha Battalion after swearing in, in Cali, Colombia, on 7 August (AFP/Jaime Saldarriaga) Off Colombia's far-right president Abelardo de la Espriella recognised Israeli sovereignty over the occupied Golan Heights on Monday. “The Government of Colombia rec

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Middle East Eye

center81d ago

Israel pursuing ‘undeclared annexation’ of West Bank, Peace Now says

The Israeli advocacy group Peace Now accused the Israeli government of pursuing undeclared annexation of the West Bank through measures like expanding settlement powers and weakening the Palestinian Authority. These actions, including new interventions in Areas A and B, undermine the Oslo Accords and aim to expand Israeli control into Palestinian cities and villages.

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left81d ago

Overnight Russian strikes on Ukraine used North Korean missiles, claims Zelenskyy – Europe live

Russian attacks on the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia killed at least six people and injured 20, officials saidSpanish foreign minister José Manuel Albares visited Ceuta earlier today, as he insisted that Madrid had it all under control despite “the most unique and complex” border arrangements there. He said Spain was in direct dialogue with the Moroccan authorities on how to prevent another border crisis.

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center81d ago

Myanmar junta airstrike kills 14 in Rakhine State’s Thandwe Township

Myanmar military airstrikes killed 14 people and injured 11 others in Rakhine State’s Thandwe Township on Monday, according to the Arakan Army (AA). The AA claims the military has increased airstrikes amid heavy ground fighting losses as the ethnic armed group continues to capture territory across Rakhine State.

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Al Jazeera

center81d ago

Iraq’s semi-autonomous Kurdish region suffers as US-Iran war drags on

Iraq's Kurdistan region has suffered over 1,000 missile and drone attacks from Iran or Iran-backed militias since February, according to Kurdistan Regional Government Prime Minister Masrour Barzani. These attacks have caused significant infrastructure damage, casualties, and a 70 percent decrease in trade, with estimated losses reaching $1.14 billion.

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right81d ago

Trump returns to an old weapon: Behind US's decision to economically choke Iran - analysis

US President Donald Trump has adopted a "wait and see" strategy, prioritizing economic sanctions and a naval blockade over further military strikes against Iran. This approach aims to cripple Iran's economy and force concessions, though experts warn it carries the risk of provoking a military response from Tehran.

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Al Jazeera

center81d ago

Iran threat prompted secret Trump flight from Turkiye: Reports

United States President Donald Trump secretly switched planes in Turkiye on July 8 following a credible Iran-related threat, reportedly using a catering cart to board a smaller C-32A aircraft while Air Force One served as a decoy. The "deception operation" was implemented to counter threats against Trump from Iran-aligned armed groups, with White House Communications Director Steve Cheung affirming the use of "every tool" to ensure presidential safety.

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Al Jazeera

center81d ago

Ukraine’s 40-day campaign has not brought the war closer to an end

Ukraine's 40-day campaign of long-range missile strikes aimed at influencing Russia to end the war has failed to achieve its objectives, resulting in a brutal Russian response that has devastated Ukrainian infrastructure and ports. The campaign's failure leaves Kyiv facing continued devastation or negotiations on Russian terms, with dwindling air defence stocks and an uncertain future regarding US support.

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Middle East Eye

center81d ago

Israel's 'pilot zones' turn Lebanese sovereignty on its head

Israel launched 'pilot zones' in late July in Froun, Srifa, and Zawtar al-Gharbiya, areas outside its current occupation but heavily damaged, where the Lebanese army is to take exclusive control as Israeli troops withdraw. This initiative, part of a US-brokered framework, aims to restore Lebanese sovereignty and disarm Hezbollah, though Israel has reportedly fired near Lebanese troops during their deployment, complicating the process.

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The Guardian Middle East

left81d ago

Trump reportedly hid in catering container to board secret flight in Turkey amid Iran threat

Donald Trump reportedly departed Turkey on a secret flight last month, using a catering container to board a decoy plane amid an Iranian assassination threat. This deception operation involved Trump secretly boarding a smaller aircraft while the official Air Force One flew separately, a measure taken due to credible threats against the president.

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Middle East Eye

center81d ago

Report: Israel withholding 1,700 Palestinian bodies for future exchange deals

Israel is withholding the bodies of about 1,700 Palestinians for potential use in future exchange deals, despite no Israeli captive being held by Hamas, according to Haaretz. The daily indicated that the figure of Palestinian bodies held by Israel was increased during recent discussions between top Israeli leaders.

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Al Jazeera

center81d ago

Trump demands compensation from Iran as talks on Strait of Hormuz continue

US President Donald Trump demanded compensation from Iran for alleged damages over 50 years, including deaths of US forces and Iranian protesters, in response to Tehran's conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. These demands risk complicating ongoing talks between Iran and Oman aimed at resolving maritime passage issues.

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The Guardian Europe

left81d ago

Ukraine war briefing: Russia bans voting against the war

Russia's supreme court banned the Yabloko party's federal candidates from standing in September's elections, upholding a suit that removed the last anti-war voting option on the ballot. Meanwhile, Russian missile strikes killed five in Zaporizhzhia and set warehouses ablaze in Kyiv, while a Ukrainian MiG-29 fighter jet crashed after a missile misfired.

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