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Yemen PM Ahmed Bin Mubarak resigns amid rebel control and deepening political crisis

Image: X/@BinmubarakAhmed Yemeni Prime Minister Ahmed Bin Mubarak announced his resignation on Saturday, citing political struggles and his inability to carry out his duties in a country largely controlled by rebel groups, including the capital. This announcement comes amidst the launch of a campaign of missile attacks by Iran-backed Huthi rebels on Israel, targeting key […]

Israel expands footprint with 50% of land in Gaza under its control

TEL AVIV: Israel has dramatically expanded its footprint in Gaza Strip since relaunching its war against Hamas last month. It now controls more than 50% of the territory and is squeezing Palestinians into shrinking wedges of land.The largest contiguous area the army controls is around the Gaza border, where the military has razed Palestinian homes, […]

Hamas accepts fresh ceasefire proposal, Israel submits counter-offer

A senior Hamas representative announced on Saturday their acceptance of a fresh Gaza ceasefire proposal from mediators, whilst calling for Israeli support but emphasising that the group’s armaments remain non-negotiable.The office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged receipt of the mediators’ proposal and confirmed submitting a response.“Two days ago, we received a proposal from […]