The death toll from Friday's airstrike on a Beirut suburb rises to 31, Lebanon health minister says
BEIRUT, Lebanon (AP) — The death toll from Friday's airstrike on a Beirut suburb rises to 31, Lebanon health minister says.
Latest stories
NewsWire‘Biased positions’: Iran targets Aussie envoy
Iran’s regime is accusing Australia of “repeated biased positions” as the war in the Middle East continues to heat up.
- NewsWire
Greens claim Aus ‘complicit’ in genocide
The minor party leader used a statement acknowledging the first anniversary of the October 7 attacks to accuse Israel of genocide, and said Australia was complicit.
- NewsWire
‘Blood on hands’: Albo centre of protest fury
Anthony Albanese has found himself at the centre of fury as tens of thousands of pro-Palestine protesters swarm the CBDs of Australia’s biggest cities.
- The Independent
Israel-Lebanon latest: Israel to launch assault on Lebanon coast as vigils remember 7 October Hamas attacks
Today marks a year since Hamas crossed the Gaza border into Israel and killed 1,200 people, taking 251 more hostage . A little less than half of those hostages remain captive in the Gaza Strip
- CNN
Israeli military encircles northern Gaza refugee camp after saying it sees signs of Hamas regrouping
Israel’s military says it has encircled Jabalya, northern Gaza, after seeing signs of Hamas rebuilding, despite nearly a year of fighting and strikes in the territory.
- The Hill
Opinion - Israel’s moral dilemma and the tragedy of war
The tragic irony here is that while Israel is scrutinized for the civilian casualties that occur despite its precautions, its adversaries are celebrated by their supporters for the very suffering they intentionally cause.
- CNN
Chinese workers targeted in deadly Pakistan airport suicide blast
Two Chinese nationals were killed and one was injured in a suicide attack near Karachi’s international airport Sunday evening, China’s embassy in Pakistan said Monday, marking the latest in a string of violence against China’s personnel and investments in the country in recent years.
- NewsWire
Protester arrested over swastika flag
A Jewish pro-Palestine protester has been arrested after he allegedly brandished a placard emblazoned with a Nazi swastika.
- NewsWire
‘Darkness in Australia’: Jewish fears grow
Anthony Albanese has made a vow to Jewish Australians as the world marks the anniversary of Hamas’ brutal October 7 terrorist attacks.
- PA Media: UK News
Rabbi reflects on ‘changed atmosphere’ for Jews in UK since Hamas attacks
Jonathan Romain was speaking a year after the militants’ unprecedented cross-border attack on Israel on October 7 2023.
- Bloomberg
Hamas Fires Rockets at Israel Amid Clashes After Year of War
(Bloomberg) -- Hamas fired a barrage of rockets toward Tel Aviv after Israel bombed a number of targets connected to the militant group in Gaza, as fighting escalated after a year of war. Most Read from BloombergUrban Heat Stress Is Another Disparity in the World’s Most Unequal NationSingapore Ends 181 Years of Horse Racing to Make Way for HomesFrom Cleveland to Chicago, NFL Teams Dream of Domed StadiumsWhat Do US Vehicle Regulators Have Against Tiny Cars?For a Master of Brutalist Provocations,
- Euronews
Israel commemorates one year since deadly Hamas attack with vigils and gatherings
Hamas' surprise 7 October attack resulted in the deaths of 1,200 people, kicking off 12 months of violent fighting in the Middle East.
- NewsWire
Terror group praises Aussie protests
The widely condemned terrorist cell shared photos from Australia’s pro-Palestinian rallies that were attended by thousands.
- Evening Standard
Anti-Hamas 'rape tunnel' posters appear in London Tube stations for October 7 anniversary
Gaza ‘Tube network’ posters calling for return of hostages seen in major London Underground stations
- CNN Business
One year on, the Israel-Hamas war has taken an unprecedented toll on journalists
The October 7 attacks and Israel’s ensuing war in Gaza has roiled the region like never before, challenging the news media’s coverage and upending the region’s politics and policy for generations to come.
- CNN
‘Shocking,’ historic spike in anti-Jewish threats across the US, ADL says
Threats to Jews in the United States spiked over 200% in the one-year period since the deadly October 7th terrorist attack on Israel by Hamas, according to new data obtained by CNN from the Anti-Defamation League.
- Sky News
People who carry pro-Hezbollah placards are committing a 'criminal act', minister warns
People who carry signs expressing support for Lebanese militant group Hezbollah are committing a "criminal act", a minister has warned after placards were seen at a pro-Palestine march at the weekend. Science secretary Peter Kyle told Sunday Morning with Trevor Phillips that the law enforcement agencies "have the full support" of the home secretary, the prime minister and the government "in doing what they need to do to make sure that criminal acts like that are tackled". It comes after the Metropolitan Police made at least 17 arrests during yesterday's Middle East conflict demonstrations in central London.
- NewsWire
‘Every life counts’: Hundreds rally at mosque
Pro-Palestine rallies and vigils are being held despite authorities calling for them to be suspended on the first anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel.
- The Conversation
A year of devastation: with hope and trust shattered, what can bring an end to the violence in Israel-Palestine?
The world needs to stop taking sides. A solution involves reconciling both parties’ objectives – a ceasefire in Gaza, self-determination for Palestinians, and safety and security for Israelis.
- Sky News
Bomb explosion near Pakistan's Karachi Airport leaves two dead and eight injured
Two people have died and at least eight have been injured after a bomb exploded near a major airport in Pakistan. The attack targeted a convoy with Chinese nationals outside Karachi Airport - Pakistan's largest airport - on Sunday night. Two Chinese workers were killed and one was injured, the country's embassy in Islamabad said.