Growing number of farm outposts using violence to seize territory, a process seemingly enabled by radical elements in Netanyahu’s government The attack in Ein Arik came in the middle of the night and was aimed at the rudiments of life: the earth, water, roots and seedlings. Ilham Karajeh awoke on ...
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US and Iran trade strikes after tankers hit in Strait of HormuzUS and Iran trade strikes after tankers hit in Strait of Hormuz
The US military says it hit missile sites and command centres while Iran says it attacked US bases. ...
Will Le Pen rise again? French nationalist leader defiant after court’s rulingWill Le Pen rise again? French nationalist leader defiant after court’s ruling
Within hours of a court of appeal confirming a guilty verdict, Marine Le Pen had already launched her presidential campaign. ...
Nato allies announce £37bn for new missile projectNato allies announce £37bn for new missile project
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer will convene around a dozen leaders to discuss the programme in Ankara. ...
Russian fuel shortages bite – but will Putin change tack in Ukraine war?Russian fuel shortages bite – but will Putin change tack in Ukraine war?
Even in Moscow, authorities are unable to guarantee fuel supplies, but will economic pressure lead to talks or escalation? ...
‘The water just came so fast’: Typhoon triggers floods and rare tornadoes in China‘The water just came so fast’: Typhoon triggers floods and rare tornadoes in China
Villagers whose families have been stranded told the BBC they are struggling to get food and help. ...
Did Iran win the war? – podcastDid Iran win the war? – podcast
Patrick Wintour reports from the funeral of Ali Khamenei as the Iranian regime puts on a show of confidence and resilience. Robert Malley, a US special envoy for Iran during Joe Biden’s presidency, explains what the ceasefire memorandum tells us about the outcome of the war Iran is holding a ...
Iran accuses US of violating peace agreement after strikes target sites around strait of HormuzIran accuses US of violating peace agreement after strikes target sites around strait of Hormuz
The US military said the strikes were in response to Iranian attacks on three commercial vessels on Tuesday that violated the ceasefire Middle East crisis live: follow latest updates Iran has accused the US of violating the agreement aimed at ending the war between the two sides, after the US ...
World Cup marred by political controversiesWorld Cup marred by political controversies
Lionel Messi lifted Argentina to a stunning comeback victory against Egypt Tuesday, but a series of charged controversies at the FIFA men’s World Cup threaten to overshadow the on-field heroics. French star Kylian Mbappé called a Paraguayan senator who targeted him with a racist rant a “despicable woman,” as French ...
Europe’s far right faces challengesEurope’s far right faces challenges
The difficulties facing two of Europe’s leading far right figures underscored right-wing movements’ failure to coalesce behind their sizable polling advantages. Convicted National Rally leader Marine Le Pen announced she will run for the French presidency next year after a court cleared the way, but will likely do so under ...