19 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Israel confirms soldiers fired at car in which Hind Rajab was killed and opens criminal investigation

UPDATE — Aug 19, 23:25 UTC: The new article reports that the Israeli military has initiated a criminal investigation into the deaths of Hind Rajab and 15 Palest

19 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Israel opens up bids for highly-sensitive West Bank settlement project

Israel has opened up tenders for the construction of some 1,200 settlement homes in a strategically important part of the occupied West Bank, as the government seeks to end any cha…

18 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Israeli Airstrike on Gaza Cafe Results in Civilian Casualties

An Israeli airstrike has targeted a cafe in the west of Gaza City, resulting in the deaths of six Palestinians, including a child. The attack comes amid heightened tensions in the …

18 Aug 2026 · Americas

California's Contentious 14th District Special Election

California's Bay Area voters will soon decide between State Senator Aisha Wahab and local transit official Melissa Hernandez to represent the state's 14th Congressional District. T…

18 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Israel’s siege on Gaza is creating a breast cancer crisis

She glances at the physician’s door as the corridor fills up with more patients and their companions, waiting patiently for her name to be called out. Her experience with breast ca…

18 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Kushner: Rebuilding Gaza Hinges on Hamas Disarmament

The Trump administration, through envoy Jared Kushner, has articulated a firm stance that Gaza's reconstruction will be contingent upon the disarmament of Hamas. During discussions…

17 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Boat sets sail from Bristol, aiming to break Israel’s siege of Gaza

Supporters on Sunday gathered at Hannover Quay in Bristol, a city represented by the Greens and known for its progressive spirit, to send off “Kate”, a vessel with Freedom Flotilla…

17 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding expires: How and why it fell apart

UPDATE — Aug 17, 14:45 UTC: The new article highlights Iran's readiness for potential US ground operations as the Memorandum of Understanding expires, sign

16 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Trump envoy Kushner meets Hamas leader to push Gaza peace plan

US President Donald Trump's Middle East envoy Jared Kushner has held rare talks with Hamas to discuss the implementation of the US-backed Gaza peace plan. A Palestinian offici…

16 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Israeli Minister Advocates Targeted Killings in Gaza

Israel’s national security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, has publicly intensified his stance against Palestinians in Gaza by advocating for nightly targeted killings. This recommendat…

16 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

A nation divided: What do Israelis want in October’s elections?

In the past, a typical fault line between Israel’s right and liberal wings during the election season was future dealings with the Palestinians. Today, there is near-universal anim…

16 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Hamas Engages Cairo as Kushner Visits for Gaza Talks

Khalil al-Hayya, a prominent Hamas political figure and chief negotiator, has embarked on a crucial visit to Cairo for discussions with Egyptian authorities. These negotiations occ…

15 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Erdogan says Egypt could join Turkiye-Saudi-Pakistan defence pact

Speaking to Al Jazeera in an exclusive interview, Erdogan said the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement commits signatories to taking unified steps should any one of them come under exter…

15 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Small-scale projects offer hope for Gaza farmers rebuilding lives

The small plot he is tending is an attempt to reclaim his old profession as a farmer with his father, Marwan, on their land in northern Gaza’s Jabalia. Al-Halabi once owned a much …

10 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Netanyahu Declines U.S. Gaza Peace Plan Amid Trump’s Assurances

In a recent development, U.S. President Donald Trump has reaffirmed his steadfast rapport with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, despite the latter's categorical rejection…

10 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Netanyahu's Rejection of Gaza Plan Risks Prolonged Conflict

UPDATE — Aug 10, 17:35 UTC: The new article offers reactions from Palestinian individuals and communities in response to Israel's rejection of a US-backed

10 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

One year on, Gaza mourns journalist Anas al-Sharif’s death

On the first anniversary of the killing of Al Jazeera correspondent Anas al-Sharif in Gaza, Palestinians and press freedom advocates are remembering a journalist who became one of …

10 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Escalation in Gaza: Israeli Strikes Intensify Amidst Civilian Casualties

Recent hostilities in Gaza have resulted in increased Palestinian casualties as Israeli military actions intensified over the weekend. Confirmed by Palestinian health officials, Is…

10 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Israel confirms death of Palestinian detainee, nearly two years late

The Israeli Prison Service informed the commission on Sunday that Ihab Mohammed Abdel Qader Diab, 36, had died while detained. Palestinian officials say the case fits a broader pat…

09 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Netanyahu Rebuffs US Proposal for Gaza

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed a United States-backed plan aimed at addressing the protracted conflict in Gaza, an anticipated stance that echoes Israel's …