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Greek media raises unverified scenario of Israeli strike on Turkey in Cyprus

A Greek report speculates about strikes on Turkish sites in northern Cyprus, but no official plan has emerged.

StaffAugust 22, 2026

Wahab holds narrow lead over Hernandez in California House race

Wahab leads Hernandez as ballots are counted, but the margin is far narrower than her earlier primary advantage.

StaffAugust 19, 2026

Likud fears Winter-Haddad alliance could drain right-wing votes

Likud officials fear a new Winter-Haddad alliance could drain right-wing votes below the electoral threshold.

StaffAugust 19, 2026

Austria and Greece join diplomatic push to break US-Iran deadlock

Austria and Greece have opened contacts with Iran as Washington seeks new ways to restart stalled talks over the Strait of Hormuz.

StaffAugust 15, 2026

Free Palestine party registered to contest New Zealand general election

New Zealand approved the party after 207 objections but rejected its proposed logo featuring the Palestinian flag.

StaffAugust 13, 2026

Republicans cast El-Sayed as face of socialism before midterms

Michigan’s Senate race is exposing divisions over how far Democrats should shift left — and whether ideological labels still move voters.

StaffAugust 11, 2026

Damascus and Moscow Reach Agreement on Hmeimim and Tartus Bases

Syria and Russia have reached a memorandum of understanding on the future of the Hmeimim air base and Tartus naval facility, agreeing to transform them into joint training centers within three months.

StaffAugust 9, 2026

Washington-Tehran Race Against Time: Who Will Prevail in the Strait of Hormuz?

Washington and Tehran are locked in a race against time over the Strait of Hormuz, with the US seeking to restore oil flows while Iran aims to secure long-term strategic gains through negotiations.

StaffAugust 9, 2026

UNICEF takes action over alleged leaks to Israeli diplomats

UNICEF did not specify its action or confirm reports that Washington office director Yahav Lichner had been placed on leave.

StaffAugust 8, 2026

Rights Groups Publish Evidence Alleging Israeli Killing of Lebanese Journalist Amal Khalil

Human rights organizations have released evidence alleging that Israeli forces deliberately killed Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil on April 22, describing the incident as a war crime following a joint investigation into the attack.

StaffAugust 6, 2026

Michigan Democrats rally behind El-Sayed after bruising Senate primary

The progressive nominee faces Republican Mike Rogers after defeating Haley Stevens by fewer than 15,000 votes.

StaffAugust 6, 2026

US plans to close five overseas diplomatic posts, sources say

The proposals cover an embassy in Grenada, three consulates and a branch office in Cameroon.

StaffAugust 4, 2026

Has Russia Abandoned Its Allies in Latin America?

Russia’s limited response to growing US pressure on Cuba has raised questions over Moscow’s ability and willingness to protect its long-standing allies in Latin America, as its influence in the region faces new challenges amid the war in Ukraine.

StaffAugust 4, 2026

Tunisian MPs Criticize President Saied and Government as Public Frustration Grows

Criticism from members of Tunisia’s parliament toward President Kais Saied and the government has intensified, focusing on economic hardships, public services disruptions, and what lawmakers describe as a lack of effective solutions to ongoing social crises.

StaffAugust 4, 2026

Naim Qassem: Lebanese Authorities Should Stop “Free Concessions”; No Objection to Meeting Syrian Leadership

Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem criticized Lebanon’s direct negotiations with Israel, calling on Lebanese authorities to halt what he described as concessions and focus on national sovereignty, while expressing openness to a future meeting with Syrian leaders.

StaffAugust 4, 2026

"This Is Not a Hotel".. Israeli Punitive Measures Against Palestinian Prisoners Escalate Under Ben Gvir

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir has intensified punitive measures against Palestinian prisoners since taking office, with accusations of imposing harsh detention conditions including restrictions, deprivation of basic rights, and reduced access to medical care.

StaffAugust 1, 2026

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Greek media raises unverified scenario of Israeli strike on Turkey in Cyprus

Wahab holds narrow lead over Hernandez in California House race

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Austria and Greece join diplomatic push to break US-Iran deadlock

Free Palestine party registered to contest New Zealand general election

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Greek media raises unverified scenario of Israeli strike on Turkey in Cyprus

Wahab holds narrow lead over Hernandez in California House race

Likud fears Winter-Haddad alliance could drain right-wing votes

Austria and Greece join diplomatic push to break US-Iran deadlock

Free Palestine party registered to contest New Zealand general election

Republicans cast El-Sayed as face of socialism before midterms

Damascus and Moscow Reach Agreement on Hmeimim and Tartus Bases

Washington-Tehran Race Against Time: Who Will Prevail in the Strait of Hormuz?

UNICEF takes action over alleged leaks to Israeli diplomats

Rights Groups Publish Evidence Alleging Israeli Killing of Lebanese Journalist Amal Khalil

Michigan Democrats rally behind El-Sayed after bruising Senate primary

US plans to close five overseas diplomatic posts, sources say

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Tunisian MPs Criticize President Saied and Government as Public Frustration Grows

Naim Qassem: Lebanese Authorities Should Stop “Free Concessions”; No Objection to Meeting Syrian Leadership

"This Is Not a Hotel".. Israeli Punitive Measures Against Palestinian Prisoners Escalate Under Ben Gvir

How Ben-Gvir Used the Ceuta Migration Crisis to Target Spain Over Gaza

Polls Show Americans Want Major Congressional Shake-Up Ahead of Midterms

Musk Returns to Political Arena to Back Republicans in Midterm Elections

British Police Arrest Dozens at Protest Supporting Palestine Action