Blinken’s Middle East visit: ‘What can he offer?’
US state department says Antony Blinken aims to cement Israel-Hamas ceasefire, but experts question long-term strategy.
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‘We will not give up’: Palestinians in Gaza rebuild from scratch
Many of the commercial, innovative sites targeted by Israeli forces were invaluable resources for the blockaded enclave.
US warns against travel to Japan as country grapples COVID surge
US says coronavirus surge makes it risky for citizens to travel to Japan, just two months ahead of Tokyo Olympics.
Online Hate Becomes Real-World Violence In Israel–Palestine
“Business is booming for online inspired lynchings, unfortunately, all over the world,” said one researcher in Israel.
US judge hears final arguments in row between Apple, Epic Games
The case brought before a judge in California threatens to upend how the $142bn world of mobile applications is managed.
This Former Marine Is Facing Jail Time For A Fake Kidnapping Gone Wrong In A North Korean Embassy
Christopher Ahn believed he could soothe the fears of defectors fleeing the horrors of the Kim regime. He found himself in the crosshairs of international law enforcement.
At least 14 killed in Peru attack before presidential election
Deadly attack in remote region of Peru known for coca production comes less than two weeks before presidential runoff.
Amazon deal to acquire MGM movie studio could come Tuesday
The agreement would bring a vast library of MGM movies and shows to Amazon, which operates its own streaming service.
EU leaders agree on Belarus sanctions after journalist’s arrest
EU agrees to ban Belarus from its airspace after forced diversion of plane and arrest of opposition journalist.
Military ‘arrests Mali’s president, PM’ following gov’t reshuffle
President Ndaw, PM Ouane reportedly taken to a military base outside the capital Bamako.
‘Qualified immunity’: How US police are shielded from lawsuits
US courts have developed a legal doctrine that protects police from lawsuits for civil rights abuses, wrongful deaths.
Ecuador swears in conservative president amid economic crisis
Guillermo Lasso says he will promote new private sector investment and vaccinate 9 million people in his first 100 days.
Squabbles and accusations: Inside Brazil’s COVID Senate inquiry
Senate inquiry into government's handling of coronavirus pandemic adds pressure on far-right President Jair Bolsonaro.
Italy to explore criminal charges in deadly cable car crash
Possible crimes being investigated are multiple manslaughter, attempted manslaughter and 'attack on public transport'.
Hamas rejects Belarus claim over plane bomb threat
Minsk accused Palestinian group of being behind bomb threat amid international outcry over plane's diversion.
China to show ‘zero tolerance’ towards commodities hoarders
A surge in commodities prices is fuelling fears that faster inflation could dent economic growth in China and beyond.
Israeli businesses register $368M in losses during Gaza violence
Heavy Israeli bombardment caused $40m in damage to factories in the Gaza Strip, the Hamas media office estimates.
International aviation industry roiled by Belarus jet diversion
Aviation experts say a decades-old system of cooperation now faces a crucial test under the glare of East-West tensions.
What has changed in the year since George Floyd’s killing?
The case reignited longstanding anger at police brutality in the US and triggered a global reckoning on racism.
Passenger trains collide in Malaysian capital Kuala Lumpur
An empty train collides head-on with another train carrying passengers travelling in the opposite direction.