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Israel-Gaza war
Gaza’s Rafah crossing sees ‘limited’ reopening amid truce, but challenges remain
Restoring the Rafah-Egypt crossing is a vital milestone for the peace process, concluding the long closure enforced by the Israeli military.
2 Feb 2026 - 7:49PM
United States
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How to prevent war with China: return Taiwan to the mainland
1 Feb 2026 - 9:00PM
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China-Middle East relations
Israel’s China envoy calls to deepen historical ties in rare media outreach
1 Feb 2026 - 7:29PM
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Israel-Gaza war
Israeli strikes on Gaza kill 30, including children at tent camp: hospitals
The latest fatalities came hours before the Rafah crossing, on Gaza’s border with Egypt, was due to open.
31 Jan 2026 - 11:54PM
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Middle East
US approves US$16 billion arms sale to Israel, Saudi Arabia
The State Department says that none of the new sales will affect the military balance in the Middle East.
31 Jan 2026 - 10:25AM
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Spain
Chinese hair salon owner arrested in Barcelona for funding Hamas via crypto
The 38-year-old Chinese national faces terror financing charges after allegedly laundering US$715,000 via cryptocurrency to the militant group.
31 Jan 2026 - 12:31AM
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Israel-Gaza war
Israel offers ‘limited’ Rafah reopening after nearly 2-year Gaza border shutdown
The reopening is part of phase two of the US ceasefire. Previously, it was Gaza’s main crossing for people and trade with Egypt.
30 Jan 2026 - 9:39PM
Middle East
US envoys to Israel blocked ‘apocalyptic’ Gaza warning in 2024: report
Leaked reports reveal US diplomats killed internal memos detailing dead bodies and famine in Gaza to avoid a ‘lack of balance’ in policy.
30 Jan 2026 - 7:43PM
Science
China, Israel continue to collaborate in science and tech despite unrest in Gaza
While Beijing supports Palestine and has a fractious relationship with Tel Aviv’s closest ally, cutting-edge innovations keep them together.
30 Jan 2026 - 5:00PM
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Israel-Gaza war
Unicef delivers school kits to Gaza after 2.5-year Israel blockade
Thousands of school kits reach Gaza as Unicef confirms Israel lifts blockade that left children learning without pencils or books.
27 Jan 2026 - 8:38PM
Indonesia
Peace or chaos? Indonesia’s participation in Trump-led board stirs debate
Critics say the decision runs contrary to Jakarta’s support for Palestine and decades-old foreign policy strategy of multilateralism.
27 Jan 2026 - 5:52PM
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Israel-Gaza war
Israel recovers final hostage remains, key for next phase of Gaza truce
Returning all hostages has been central to the Gaza ceasefire. Gvili’s family urged Israel to delay phase two until his remains are returned.
27 Jan 2026 - 8:15AM
Israel-Gaza war
Israel launches ‘large-scale operation’ to locate last hostage in Gaza
Israel’s Netanyahu conditions the opening of Gaza’s vital southern border on the recovery of Ran Gvili’s remains.
26 Jan 2026 - 1:47PM
Britain
UK police arrest dozens after protesters breach prison grounds
The incident took place outside HMP Wormwood Scrubs in West London, where a pro-Palestinian hunger striker is being held.
26 Jan 2026 - 1:27PM
Saudi Arabia
‘Anything can happen’: Saudi-UAE rift risks tearing Middle East apart
The Gulf neighbours have turned from friends to foes, fighting proxy wars across the region and forcing global powers to pick a side.
25 Jan 2026 - 4:00PM
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Israel-Gaza war
Israel to empty Gaza of Palestinians with ‘more out than in’ policy: sources
As the Rafah crossing reopens next week, sources say Israel aims for a net outflow of Palestinians by blocking returns, raising fears of forced exile.
23 Jan 2026 - 10:07PM
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Canada
Trump withdraws invitation to Canada’s Carney to join his Board of Peace
The American president made the announcement in a brief post on his online platform Truth Social, without giving a reason.
23 Jan 2026 - 1:21PM
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Ukraine war
Putin meets US envoys for midnight talks as Ukraine hinges on key issue
US, Ukrainian and Russian negotiators to meet in UAE for security talks as territory remains a sticking point.
23 Jan 2026 - 8:08PM
World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos
‘For the world’: Trump launches his Board of Peace that some see rivalling UN
The US president signed the board’s charter at a ceremony at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
22 Jan 2026 - 8:49PM
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Israel-Gaza war
Israeli forces kill Palestinian children, journalists in Gaza despite ceasefire
Eleven Palestinians were killed by Israeli fire on Wednesday, threatening the peace deal as the US tries to push the agreement forward.
22 Jan 2026 - 7:07PM
World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos
Watch Trump showcase his ‘Board of Peace’ in Davos
Donald Trump has extended invitations to dozens of nations and hinted at the board’s future role as conflict mediator - with him as chairman.
22 Jan 2026 - 6:38PM
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United States
Trump lays out Greenland-Arctic deal framework, pauses February tariffs
In his speech to the World Economic Forum in Davos, the US president vowed not to invade Greenland while slamming Nato and Europe.
22 Jan 2026 - 5:18AM
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Israel-Gaza war
3-month-old dies of cold in Gaza tent as Trump talks peace at Davos
While Trump pitches his new Board of Peace in Davos, a 3-month-old becomes the 9th child to die of hypothermia in a Gaza tent this winter.
21 Jan 2026 - 6:34PM
US-Asean relations
Foot in the door or trap? Risks of Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ for Southeast Asia
Nations are likely to try to avoid early commitment while steering clear of outright rejection to minimise US retaliation, analysts say.
21 Jan 2026 - 2:30PM
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Donald Trump
Trump could lead his Board of Peace for life after leaving White House
Donald Trump’s signature diplomatic initiative is drawing resistance from fellow leaders who see it as an undisguised challenge to the UN.
21 Jan 2026 - 3:15PM
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Israel-Gaza war
Israel’s demolition of UN compound in East Jerusalem raises legal concerns
Israel banned UNRWA in October 2024 over alleged Hamas ties. The agency says demolition of sites that stored Gaza aid violates international law.
20 Jan 2026 - 6:09PM
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Donald Trump
Allies tepid on joining Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ as countries study invites
Some leaders sign on to the Trump-chaired body, but initial reaction from two key allies, France and Canada, was lukewarm.
20 Jan 2026 - 12:29PM
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Israel-Gaza war
Putin invited to Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ on Gaza conflict: Kremlin
Moscow is seeking clarity on the offer as Putin navigates strained Israel ties and ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza.
19 Jan 2026 - 8:31PM
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