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 · Middle East & Africa

Gaza's Strategic Working Groups: Mandate and Challenges

In efforts to advance President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan, two specialized working groups have been established following diplomatic discussions led by U.S. envoy Jared Kushne…

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

Kushner to Push Stalled Gaza Plan with Netanyahu Amid Tensions

UPDATE — Aug 17, 13:45 UTC: The new article reports that Jared Kushner has engaged in direct talks with Hamas leadership, a significant diplomatic development n

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

Hamas Engages Egypt on US Gaza Peace Plan Amid Disarmament Controversy

A Hamas delegation has initiated discussions with Egypt's intelligence chief to advance the implementation of a US-brokered peace plan for Gaza. These talks in El-Alamein mark a cr…

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…

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

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…

09 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Israel Dismisses U.S. Proposal Amid Gaza Tensions

UPDATE — Aug 9, 15:10 UTC: The new article details Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's rejection of a 15-point disarmament plan for Gaza proposed b

09 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Israel's 'Green Rafah' Aims to Reshape Gaza's Future

Israel has initiated infrastructure projects in southern Gaza under the 'Green Rafah' plan, a development that carries significant geopolitical implications. The undertaking, suppo…

06 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Regional Powers Condemn Israeli Violations in Gaza

Eight countries have issued a forceful denunciation of ongoing Israeli violations in the Gaza Strip, highlighting increasing tensions in the region. The foreign ministers of the Un…

04 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Mass funeral in Gaza for 112 Palestinians killed in 2023 Israeli strike

Large crowds turned out in Gaza City for a mass funeral for 112 people, mostly women and children, who were killed in an Israeli strike on a residential block in late 2023, early i…

04 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Hamas Disarmament Deal: Strategic Decision Amid Ongoing Strikes

A senior Hamas negotiator has revealed that the recent agreement to disarm was seen as necessary to ensure the survival of Gaza amidst prolonged hostilities. The decision came duri…

04 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Palestine weekly: Israel kills dozens in Gaza after Hamas disarmament deal

UPDATE — Aug 4, 10:15 UTC: The new article provides information on Israeli reactions to the US-Hamas disarmament deal, specifically highlighting tensions and im

04 Aug 2026 · Middle East & Africa

'Digital lifeline' - Gaza tech workers give glimpse of possible future

"I was just in a trough, drowning in uncertainty," says Walaa Volidis, a Palestinian software engineer. "But deep inside, I made a decision: it will not be the end, …