Truce follows Israeli airstrikes and intense fighting in Syria’s Sweida province, where over 300 have been killed in sectarian clashes
The incident has drawn strong international criticism. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni issued a written statement denouncing the escalating violence in the region
As of Tuesday, SOHR reported a total of 203 fatalities since fighting erupted on Sunday. This includes 92 Druze—21 of whom were civilians reportedly executed by forces affiliated with Syria’s Defense and Interior Ministries—93 pro-government fighters, and 18 Bedouins
Complicating the picture further, The Times of Israel reports that Prime Minister Netanyahu has pledged to far-right Economy Minister Bezalel Smotrich that the conflict will resume after a planned 60-day ceasefire period
The Gaza Health Ministry reported that the death toll since the war began in October 2023 has surpassed 58,000, with 139 deaths recorded in the last 24 hours
The Israeli leader warned that if these conditions are not met within 60 days of negotiations, his government will pursue its objectives by other means—specifically, through continued military action
Since late 2023, Houthi forces have targeted numerous ships off the coast of Yemen, claiming to act in solidarity with Palestinians amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza
Israel's ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon, publicly praised Rubio for the decision, accusing Albanese of leading a “relentless, biased campaign” against both Israel and the US
Greek Deputy Prime Minister Kostis Hatzidakis, when asked about the project during a weekend forum, refrained from giving a direct answer but struck a cautiously optimistic tone
Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa suggested the deteriorating conditions are part of a broader strategy. "They are doing everything they can to make life extremely difficult for our people," he said
The UN expert presented a report listing over 60 companies alleged to be involved in supporting Israeli settlements and military operations in Gaza
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar urged not to miss the opportunity for hostage release, emphasizing that a large majority in government and public opinion supports the plan
While no casualties or damage have been reported in the latest launch, the escalation underscores the fragility of security across the region and the potential for further confrontations
“I hope, for the good of the Middle East, that Hamas accepts this deal,” Trump added, emphasizing the gravity of the moment by typing the final five words in all caps: “IT WILL ONLY GET WORSE.”
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is scheduled to meet with U.S. officials at the White House on July 7, as discussions on the conflict and ceasefire efforts continue
Pilots trained for years and intelligence forces built up networks for the multipart offensive in Iran, which included a gambit called ‘Red Wedding’
The British government acknowledged the risk that Israel may have breached international law, particularly regarding humanitarian aid access and the treatment of detainees during its operations in Gaza
The war has displaced nearly the entire population of Gaza, and the United Nations estimates that over 80% of the territory is now either under evacuation orders or under Israeli military control
Power of Siberia 2 project has been stalled for years, but Beijing is concerned about reliability of oil and gas from Middle East
It remains to be seen how long the truce will hold and whether it will pave the way for a nuclear deal between the U.S. and Iran