Netanyahu says ‘last minute crisis’ with Hamas holding up approval of Gaza truce and hostage deal

Netanyahu says ‘last minute crisis’ with Hamas holding up approval of Gaza truce and hostage deal

  • Netanyahu’s office said his Cabinet won’t meet to approve the agreement until Hamas backs down
  • Senior Hamas official said group “is committed to the ceasefire agreement,” which was announced by mediators
By AP ·

Yemen’s Houthis to continue attacks if Gaza ceasefire breached

Yemen’s Houthis to continue attacks if Gaza ceasefire breached

  • The Houthis' attacks since Nov. 2023 forced some ships to take the long route around southern Africa rather than the Suez Canal
  • The armed group has also launched missiles and drones toward Israel
By Reuters ·

Update An aerial view shows the massive damage at Beirut port’s grain silos and the area around it on August 5, 2020. (File/AFP)

Beirut blast investigator resumes work after two years: judicial official

  • The fresh charges come after a two-year hiatus in the investigation into the August 4, 2020 explosion
  • The resumption comes with Hezbollah’s influence weakened after a war with Israel
By AFP ·

Centennial of iconic book that described King Abdulaziz as ‘crowning jewel’ of Arab leaders

Centennial of iconic book that described King Abdulaziz as ‘crowning jewel’ of Arab leaders

  • Celebration in capital to mark 1925 publication of ‘Kings of Arabia’
  • Event held on anniversary of monarch’s triumphant Riyadh return
By Tamara Aboalsaud ·

Special UN Security Council calls for ‘swift’ formation of government in Lebanon

UN Security Council calls for ‘swift’ formation of government in Lebanon

  • Council members underscore important need for continuing international support as the country navigates this critical period
  • They also express concern about violations of ceasefire agreement with Israel
By Ephrem Kossaify ·

Wreaths are seen in front of other flowers and candles placed in front of St. John’s Church in Magdeburg, eastern Germany.

German Christmas market attack suspect held ‘anti-Islam, far-right’ views

  • Suspect was “massively Islamophobic and close to right-wing extremist ideologies,” German interior minister said
  • Lack of oversight was among factors that kept authorities from intervening early to stop the attack, she said
By AFP ·

Australian-Saudi Business Council hosts joint forum to help boost trade

Australian-Saudi Business Council hosts joint forum to help boost trade

  • Event brought together more than 35 participants from both nations to discuss key opportunities for trade and investment
By Arab News ·

Security personnel forcibly pick up Sam Husseini and carry him out of the room as he heckles Secretary Blinken.(@ryangrim) video

Journalists berate Blinken over Gaza policy at his final press conference

  • “Criminal! You belong in The Hague,” shouted Sam Husseini, an independent journalist and longtime critic of Washington’s approach to the world
By Reuters ·

Security personnel forcibly pick up Sam Husseini and carry him out of the room as he heckles Secretary Blinken.(@ryangrim) video

Journalists berate Blinken over Gaza policy at his final press conference

  • “Criminal! You belong in The Hague,” shouted Sam Husseini, an independent journalist and longtime critic of Washington’s approach to the world
By Reuters ·

Kvaratskhelia posts farewell video to Napoli fans ahead of expected transfer

Kvaratskhelia posts farewell video to Napoli fans ahead of expected transfer

  • “I spent an amazing time here, we shared a lot of memories together, experienced a lot of amazing emotions,” a solemn-looking Kvaratskhelia said
  • Napoli coach Antonio Conte confirmed last Saturday that Kvaratskhelia requested a move
By AP ·