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226 health workers killed in Lebanon since October 7, says WHO
The high percentage of fatal attacks on healthcare might be due to the fact that ‘more ambulances have been targeted’.
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ICC warrants put Netanyahu and others in a small group of accused leaders
22 Nov 2024 - 5:11PM
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UN says its officials could meet with Israel’s Netanyahu despite warrant
22 Nov 2024 - 2:53PM
Middle East
ICC issues arrest warrants for Israel’s Netanyahu, Gallant and a Hamas leader
The action by the International Criminal Court came as the death toll from Israel’s campaign in Gaza passed 44,000 people.
22 Nov 2024 - 1:08PM
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A man mourns holding the body of a child, who was killed in an Israeli strike, at the al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir al-Balah in Gaza. Photo: AFP
Middle East
US vetoes Gaza ceasefire call at UN, says no link to hostage release
The UN Security Council voted 14-1 in favour of the resolution, but it was not adopted because of the US objection.
21 Nov 2024 - 2:52AM
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Israel’s Netanyahu offers US$5 million reward for each Gaza hostage freed
The prime minister also promised a ‘safe way out’ of Gaza for the family of anyone who brings an abductee back to Israel.
20 Nov 2024 - 1:11PM
Middle East
Iran to stop producing near bomb-grade uranium, UN watchdog says
The move is a sign the Islamic Republic may be ready to resolve a stand-off with the West over its atomic activities.
20 Nov 2024 - 3:26AM
China
G20 ends with call for urgent action on climate, global health, women’s rights
‘We only scratched the surface of the deep challenges the world has to face,’ Brazilian host says as gathering of world leaders concludes.
20 Nov 2024 - 5:23AM
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In closing remarks, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva touted his country’s record on addressing climate change and urged others to follow suit. Photo: AFP
Middle East
Iran says no charges against student who stripped to her underwear
Activists say the woman was arrested after protesting over hijab rules; officials say she is ‘ill’ and has been handed over to family.
20 Nov 2024 - 1:54AM
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Middle East
Nearly 100 food aid trucks violently looted in Gaza, UN agencies say
Gaza gangs target trucks bringing aid into the war-torn territory threatened with famine.
19 Nov 2024 - 1:30PM
Middle East
Israeli strike in Beirut near government buildings and embassies kills 5
Israel presses its campaign against Iran-backed Hezbollah as the US works on a ceasefire proposal.
19 Nov 2024 - 10:45AM
Diplomacy
At G20, Xi and Albanese discuss improved China-Australia trade relations
Both leaders note progress, with the Australian prime minister saying: ‘Trade is flowing more freely to the benefit of both countries.’.
19 Nov 2024 - 4:50AM
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Chinese leader Xi Jinping speaks with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese as they prepare for a group photo during the G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro on Monday. Photo: Reuters
Middle East
US hits Israeli settler group with sanctions over West Bank violence
US Treasury sanctioned Amana, the largest organisation involved in illegal settlement development in the West Bank, and its subsidiary Binyanei Bar Amana.
19 Nov 2024 - 12:03PM
Middle East
Israeli strike on Beirut kills Hezbollah media chief
Mohammad Afif was a long-time adviser to Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, who was killed in an Israeli strike in September.
18 Nov 2024 - 2:42PM
Middle East
Saudi Arabia executes more than 100 foreigners in 2024
The latest execution was of a Yemeni national convicted of smuggling drugs, after a three-year moratorium on executing drug offenders ended in 2022.
19 Nov 2024 - 11:15AM
Europe
Pope Francis calls for genocide investigation into Israel’s attacks in Gaza
The pontiff makes the call in excerpts released on Sunday from a new book ahead of his jubilee next year.
17 Nov 2024 - 8:16PM
Pope Francis leads mass for the World Day of the Poor at St Peter’s basilica in The Vatican, on Sunday. Photo: AFP
Middle East
Israeli strikes kill 12 in Gaza overnight as Netanyahu faces his critics
Flares were fired at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s home, while Israeli troops advanced further into Lebanon’s north.
18 Nov 2024 - 12:19AM
Politics
Will Trump’s cabinet picks ignite tensions in the Middle East and South Asia?
While Israel and India may be ‘happy’ with Trump’s nominees, analysts say they have raised fears of conflict with Iran and regional instability.
16 Nov 2024 - 8:19AM
Middle East
UN special committee says Israel warfare in Gaza ‘consistent with genocide’
UN report said Israel was ‘using starvation as a method of war and inflicting collective punishment on the Palestinian population’.
15 Nov 2024 - 5:06PM
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Middle East
Deadly day for Israel army as 6 troops killed in Lebanon
Israel’s defence minister said there would be no easing up in the war against Hezbollah.
14 Nov 2024 - 2:16PM
Members of ZAKA rescue services clean the blood stains where a rocket fired from Lebanon hit in the northern Israeli town of Nahariya, killing two. Photo: AP
Tech Trends
OpenAI wants US to team up with allies to beat China in AI race
The ChatGPT maker says the US and its neighbours should collaborate in AI and expand their partnership to include Middle East nations.
14 Nov 2024 - 10:13AM
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Middle East
US sidesteps own 30-day deadline for Israel to improve Gaza aid
State Department spokesman says some progress has been made, but aid groups dispute US findings.
13 Nov 2024 - 11:20AM
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Middle East
Israel misses US deadline on Gaza aid, faces potential military restrictions
The US may face pressure to restrict military aid to Israel, but national security interests could lead to a waiver.
12 Nov 2024 - 7:23PM
Open Questions series
Why eco-warrior Ma Jun sees hope for China’s role in Cop29 amid US uncertainty
22 Nov 2024 - 12:38PM
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Historian on why we aren’t heading towards WWIII yet and how wars have changed
8 Nov 2024 - 12:01AM
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China’s evolving role in Middle East conflicts, according to an academic
29 Aug 2024 - 10:09AM
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This economist says China’s property oversupply is far from over. Here’s why
6 Aug 2024 - 9:19AM
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Ex-World Bank economist on why ‘China will not be misled’, dodging Japan’s fate
5 Aug 2024 - 8:16PM
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Arthur Kroeber: why China decoupling is unlikely, and talk of reform incomplete
12 Jul 2024 - 1:46PM
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Why eco-warrior Ma Jun sees hope for China’s role in Cop29 amid US uncertainty
22 Nov 2024 - 12:38PM
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Historian on why we aren’t heading towards WWIII yet and how wars have changed
8 Nov 2024 - 12:01AM
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China’s evolving role in Middle East conflicts, according to an academic
29 Aug 2024 - 10:09AM
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This economist says China’s property oversupply is far from over. Here’s why
6 Aug 2024 - 9:19AM
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Ex-World Bank economist on why ‘China will not be misled’, dodging Japan’s fate
5 Aug 2024 - 8:16PM
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Arthur Kroeber: why China decoupling is unlikely, and talk of reform incomplete
12 Jul 2024 - 1:46PM
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