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World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 hours ago

Readers reply: Has a call for restraint from an authority figure ever put a stop to war?

Mediation and calls for restraint can sometimes lead to the de-escalation of conflicts, though outcomes vary significantly.
#gaza
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 hour ago

Has the humanitarian crisis in Gaza been ignored?

Humanitarian conditions in Gaza have worsened due to ongoing military actions and the war on Iran, despite a ceasefire.
France news
fromThe Local France
16 hours ago

French boats set sail to join Gaza aid flotilla

Around 20 French boats joined an international flotilla to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, aiming to break the Israeli blockade.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 hour ago

Has the humanitarian crisis in Gaza been ignored?

Humanitarian conditions in Gaza have worsened due to ongoing military actions and the war on Iran, despite a ceasefire.
France news
fromThe Local France
16 hours ago

French boats set sail to join Gaza aid flotilla

Around 20 French boats joined an international flotilla to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, aiming to break the Israeli blockade.
Washington DC
fromemptywheel
9 hours ago

The Other Hostage Crisis - emptywheel

The DOD successfully rescued a downed Weapons Systems Officer using extensive military resources and strategies, despite challenges from Iranian forces.
fromAxios
2 hours ago

Pope calls for peace, Trump vows hell for Iran on Easter

Let us allow our hearts to be transformed by his immense love for us. Let those who have weapons lay them down. Let those who have the power to unleash wars choose peace! Not a peace imposed by force, but through dialogue! Not with the desire to dominate others, but to encounter them.
US Elections
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 hour ago

Ukraine and Syria to cooperate on security, Zelenskyy says

Ukraine and Syria agreed to enhance security cooperation and development opportunities amid regional tensions and military expertise exchange.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 hours ago

I was the US soft power czar. Our reputation may never recover from this

American global favorability fluctuates significantly with wars and presidential leadership, impacting soft power and international influence.
fromTruthout
5 hours ago

UW Removes Middle East Center Director After Criticizing War

There's a chilling effect on not just my academic freedom, but that of my colleagues; anyone who dares to speak out against the war and against aggression.
Left-wing politics
#unrwa
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Israel has crushed Unrwa in Gaza and the rest of the world has done nothing | Philippe Lazzarini

Unrwa faces unprecedented challenges amid escalating violence, with significant impacts on Palestinian refugees and the agency's operations in the region.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Israel has crushed Unrwa in Gaza and the rest of the world has done nothing | Philippe Lazzarini

Unrwa faces unprecedented challenges amid escalating violence, with significant impacts on Palestinian refugees and the agency's operations in the region.
fromenglish.elpais.com
18 hours ago

After a month of war with Israel, Hezbollah emerges strengthened amid the pain of Lebanese civilians

The unexpected firing of missiles at Israel finally ended the deadlock, marking a significant shift in Hezbollah's strategy after a prolonged ceasefire.
France politics
Venture
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Jared Kushner is seeking peace deals in the Middle East. He's also raising money for his own firm | Mohamad Bazzi

Jared Kushner is negotiating foreign policy while seeking investments for his firm, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest.
#peace-movement
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Germany's Easter peace marches planned in shadow of war

Thousands will participate in Germany's Easter peace marches addressing global conflicts and military service reforms.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Germany: Easter peace marches planned in shadow of war

Thousands will participate in Germany's Easter peace marches addressing military service, global conflicts, and human rights from April 2 to 6.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
2 days ago

No Kings Must Mean No War: Foreign Policy Is Least Democratic Space in Politics

The majority of Iranian Americans oppose the war on Iran, despite media portrayal of pro-monarchy sentiments.
#middle-east-conflict
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Death, displacement and military duties: children plunged into crisis by Middle East war

The war in the Middle East has severely impacted millions of children, causing deaths, injuries, and mass displacements across the region.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

War crimes are no longer shameful. That should terrify you

Warring sides in the Middle East show contempt for civilian life, flouting international laws protecting civilians amid escalating conflict.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

One month of war on Iran cost Arab countries up to $194bn: UNDP

Conflict in the Middle East is expected to significantly increase poverty rates and economic decline in affected countries.
#israel
France politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The Guardian view on Israel's war in Lebanon: allies must not accept a repeat of the crimes in Gaza | Editorial

The Israeli war in Lebanon has resulted in significant casualties and displacement, with potential implications for Hezbollah's support and Israel's military strategy.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

I don't know how we'll emerge from this': How much more can Israelis take?

Years of war have drastically altered Israel's politics, economy, and society, with significant financial and legal repercussions looming ahead.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

UN experts urge investigation into Israel's killing of Lebanese journalists

UN experts demand investigation into Israel's killing of journalists, citing impunity for previous attacks on press freedom.
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

The Art of No Deal: Trump's Approach to the Iran War

He's immune to any possibility of accountability. That became not just one of the ways he tells his own story but actually how he imagines history will unfold in his hands.
Podcast
#iran
Healthcare
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

How the US and Israel are waging war on Iran's medicines, vaccines

The Pasteur Institute of Iran has been targeted in attacks by the US and Israel, prompting calls for international health organizations to respond.
World news
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

Trump's Stone-Age Strategy Will Lead to Tragedy

Trump's rhetoric has shifted from promoting a free Iran to advocating for its complete destruction amid ongoing military tensions.
World politics
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

How Washington's Iran Groupthink Led to a Global War

Washington's approach to Iran has led to increased conflict, undermining American safety and prosperity.
World news
fromThe Nation
2 days ago

The Cost of the Iran War

The war has resulted in significant casualties, economic costs, and geopolitical implications, particularly affecting Iran, Lebanon, and the Gulf states.
World news
fromTruthout
3 days ago

Has the US Already Lost the War on Iran?

Trump threatened to bomb Iran back to the stone ages while claiming military objectives are on track, despite criticism of his narrative.
Juventus
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

World Cup 2026: Iran and Infantino talks progressing as war darkens US trip

Iranian football officials made progress with FIFA's president regarding World Cup preparations despite ongoing war tensions.
Europe news
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

The soft power of flowers: their influence as a diplomatic tool in state visits and peace talks

Flowers serve as a powerful tool in international relations, symbolizing goodwill and enhancing the atmosphere during political events.
Retirement
fromAxios
3 days ago

Hegseth removes Army's top general during Iran war

George was nominated by President Biden in 2023 but was asked to retire immediately by Hegseth.
Berlin food
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Food prices spiked in March as Middle East conflict drove up energy costs, UN says

Food prices surged in March due to rising energy costs from the Middle East conflict, with projections of continued inflation into 2026.
#syria
Berlin
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Germany hosts Syria's Al-Sharaa despite human rights issues

Germany hosted Syria's interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa despite his controversial past and accusations of human rights violations.
Berlin
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Germany hosts Syria's Al-Sharaa despite human rights issues

Germany's reception of Syria's interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa has sparked controversy due to his past human rights violations and ties to extremist groups.
Berlin
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Germany hosts Syria's Al-Sharaa despite human rights issues

Germany hosted Syria's interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa despite his controversial past and accusations of human rights violations.
Berlin
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Germany hosts Syria's Al-Sharaa despite human rights issues

Germany's reception of Syria's interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa has sparked controversy due to his past human rights violations and ties to extremist groups.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 hours ago

Mearsheimer: No signs of quick end to US-Israel war on Iran

Mearsheimer argues that the idea that the US and Israel are making a safer, more stable Middle East is ludicrous, emphasizing that the real threat comes from their collaboration.
World politics
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
9 hours ago

Iran's ex-FM Zarif proposes peace roadmap; Gulf points at erosion of trust

Zarif proposes limits on Iran's nuclear program and reopening the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for lifting sanctions.
#international-law
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago
NYC parents

Over 100 US legal experts condemn strikes on Iran as possible war crimes'

Over 100 US international law experts condemn US-Israeli military actions against Iran as violations of international law and potential war crimes.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

The security council has allowed unchecked power and brutality. To protect peace, we must reform the UN | Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva

International law violations lead to chaos, with the UN's inaction and the rise of armed conflicts threatening global security and humanitarian principles.
NYC parents
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Over 100 US legal experts condemn strikes on Iran as possible war crimes'

Over 100 US international law experts condemn US-Israeli military actions against Iran as violations of international law and potential war crimes.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

The security council has allowed unchecked power and brutality. To protect peace, we must reform the UN | Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva

International law violations lead to chaos, with the UN's inaction and the rise of armed conflicts threatening global security and humanitarian principles.
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

How Donald Trump's War on Iran Helps Vladimir Putin's War on Ukraine

In 2021, when Olga Rudenko and other journalists launched the Kyiv Independent, they were committed to making a publication that wouldn't face political pressure from an owner. A few months later, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and the Independent began reporting breaking news from the front lines.
Russo-Ukrainian War
Europe news
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

Iran war revives the risk of stagflation 50 years after the last major crisis

Stagflation risk is rising due to high inflation and low growth, exacerbated by external shocks like the conflict in Iran.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 hours ago

Why an attack on Bushehr nuclear plant would be catastrophic for the Gulf

Repeated attacks on Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant raise risks of catastrophic radioactive contamination across the Gulf region.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Indonesia receives bodies of peacekeepers killed in southern Lebanon

Indonesia demands a thorough UN investigation into the deaths of three peacekeepers killed in Lebanon during Israel's invasion.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
13 hours ago

Thousands rally in Iraq against senseless' US-Israel war on Iran

What America and Israel are doing in their aggression against the countries of the region is not a war of a military nature, but a senseless war, said Dhirgham Samir, a demonstrator in his 40s.
World news
World politics
fromFortune
1 day ago

China steps forward into world leadership role on Iran war, crisis as America looks on with disinterest | Fortune

China is increasing its diplomatic efforts regarding the Iran war, proposing a five-point plan and seeking support from Gulf nations.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Italy's Meloni meets Qatar emir to discuss energy issues amid Iran war

Meloni met the Qatari leader to discuss the energy crisis due to the ongoing United States and Israeli war on Iran, emphasizing Italy's readiness to contribute to the rehabilitation of Qatari energy infrastructure.
World news
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Is the US committing war crimes by targeting Iran's civilian infrastructure?

Attacks on Iranian civilian infrastructure by US officials may constitute serious war crimes under international law.
France politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

UN chief Guterres says no military solution, only diplomacy' for Lebanon

Lebanon prepares for Israeli negotiations while UN Secretary-General Guterres calls for diplomatic resolution and launches humanitarian appeal for 800,000 internally displaced persons.
World politics
fromThe Nation
2 days ago

The Folly of Netanyahu's War Against Iran

Netanyahu's policies against Iran may be seen as unwise and counterproductive, echoing themes from Tuchman's The March of Folly.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Iran war: UNSC to vote on Gulf-led resolution to open Hormuz

The UN Security Council will vote on a Bahrain-sponsored resolution for defensive measures to secure ship transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
#us-iran-relations
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago
World news

Middle East crisis live: Iran says it shot down US fighter jet, warns against UN vote on defensive force' in strait of Hormuz

fromFortune
5 days ago
World news

America's Arab allies privately urge America to finish the job in Iran, sources say | Fortune

World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Middle East crisis live: Iran says it shot down US fighter jet, warns against UN vote on defensive force' in strait of Hormuz

Trump threatens to strike Iran's infrastructure, urging swift action from its leadership.
World news
fromFortune
5 days ago

America's Arab allies privately urge America to finish the job in Iran, sources say | Fortune

Gulf allies urge continued U.S. military action against Iran to weaken its leadership and influence in the region.
#us-iran-conflict
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Iran war: What is happening on day 35 of US-Israeli attacks?

The US and Israel are intensifying attacks on Iran, targeting infrastructure and causing significant casualties amid escalating regional conflict.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Iran war: What is happening on day 34 of US-Israel attacks?

US President Donald Trump claims Washington is close to achieving war objectives against Iran amid escalating conflict and stalled diplomacy.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Iran war: What is happening on day 35 of US-Israeli attacks?

The US and Israel are intensifying attacks on Iran, targeting infrastructure and causing significant casualties amid escalating regional conflict.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Iran war: What is happening on day 34 of US-Israel attacks?

US President Donald Trump claims Washington is close to achieving war objectives against Iran amid escalating conflict and stalled diplomacy.
#pakistan
World news
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Pakistan says a new round of peace talks with Afghanistan is underway in China

Pakistan and Afghanistan are engaged in peace talks in China to broker a ceasefire amid ongoing violence and terrorism concerns.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Pakistan to continue with Iran-US mediation despite obstacles'

Pakistan aims to facilitate US-Iran negotiations despite challenges, emphasizing its role as a neutral intermediary for regional stability.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Will China join Pakistan-led efforts to mediate US-Iran peace?

Pakistan's Deputy PM Ishaq Dar visits China to discuss regional stability and broker US-Iran negotiations amid escalating Middle East tensions.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Pakistan and China propose five-part peace plan for Middle East

Pakistan and China propose a five-part peace initiative for the Middle East amid ongoing conflict and seek to strengthen diplomatic efforts.
World politics
fromThe New Yorker
5 days ago

How Pakistan Became a Major Player in Peace Negotiations Between the U.S. and Iran

Pakistan's military seeks to enhance regional influence by engaging with Trump and mediating Iran negotiations, despite tensions with the Taliban.
World news
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Pakistan says a new round of peace talks with Afghanistan is underway in China

Pakistan and Afghanistan are engaged in peace talks in China to broker a ceasefire amid ongoing violence and terrorism concerns.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Pakistan to continue with Iran-US mediation despite obstacles'

Pakistan aims to facilitate US-Iran negotiations despite challenges, emphasizing its role as a neutral intermediary for regional stability.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Will China join Pakistan-led efforts to mediate US-Iran peace?

Pakistan's Deputy PM Ishaq Dar visits China to discuss regional stability and broker US-Iran negotiations amid escalating Middle East tensions.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Pakistan and China propose five-part peace plan for Middle East

Pakistan and China propose a five-part peace initiative for the Middle East amid ongoing conflict and seek to strengthen diplomatic efforts.
World politics
fromThe New Yorker
5 days ago

How Pakistan Became a Major Player in Peace Negotiations Between the U.S. and Iran

Pakistan's military seeks to enhance regional influence by engaging with Trump and mediating Iran negotiations, despite tensions with the Taliban.
#trump
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Trump Threatens Iran's Bridges and Power Stations Are Next' Unless Tehran Agrees to Peace Deal FAST'

Trump threatens to target Iranian infrastructure if peace deal is not reached quickly.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

War on Iran: US's history of making other nations pay for conflicts

Trump may request Arab nations to finance the US-Israel war on Iran, similar to Gulf War funding mechanisms.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Trump Threatens Iran's Bridges and Power Stations Are Next' Unless Tehran Agrees to Peace Deal FAST'

Trump threatens to target Iranian infrastructure if peace deal is not reached quickly.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

War on Iran: US's history of making other nations pay for conflicts

Trump may request Arab nations to finance the US-Israel war on Iran, similar to Gulf War funding mechanisms.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Yemen's Houthis coordinate with Iran, but retain independence, despite war

Houthis align with Iran's strategy while maintaining autonomy to influence regional and domestic objectives in Yemen.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Middle East war: Few solutions to fuel shortages in Africa

Africa faces significant fuel shortages and price hikes due to the war on Iran and ongoing supply chain disruptions.
World news
fromJezebel
3 days ago

Sexual Violence Has Become the 'Defining Feature' of the World's Worst Humanitarian Crisis

Sudan's civil war has led to over 40,000 deaths and widespread sexual violence, becoming a defining feature of the humanitarian crisis.
World politics
fromAxios
5 days ago

Trump pursues era of unshackled warfare

Trump's administration is intensifying military pressure on Iran, threatening civilian infrastructure and disregarding established warfare principles.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

GCC chief urges UN to halt Iranian attacks, protect Gulf waterways

Jassim al-Budaiwi urges the UN Security Council to ensure uninterrupted navigation through strategic waterways and halt Iranian attacks in the region.
#un-peacekeepers
World news
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Iran war: Indonesia calls on UN after peacekeeper deaths

Three Indonesian UN peacekeepers were killed in Lebanon, prompting Indonesia to call for an emergency UN Security Council meeting.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

Two more UN peacekeepers killed in southern Lebanon: UNIFIL

Three UN peacekeepers were killed in southern Lebanon amid escalating violence from Israel's ground invasion.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Iran war: Indonesia calls on UN after peacekeeper deaths

Three Indonesian UN peacekeepers were killed in Lebanon, prompting Indonesia to call for an emergency UN Security Council meeting.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

Two more UN peacekeepers killed in southern Lebanon: UNIFIL

Three UN peacekeepers were killed in southern Lebanon amid escalating violence from Israel's ground invasion.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Nearly 1,200 children killed or injured in Yemen despite truce: NGO

Nearly half of child casualties in Yemen are due to landmines and explosive remnants of war, despite a ceasefire reducing overall hostilities.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Will the Board of Peace live up to its name?

United States President Donald Trump launched the Board of Peace on Thursday, saying it's one of the most consequential bodies ever created in the history of the world. This is all part of the agreement to reach a ceasefire in Gaza after more than two years of Israel's genocidal war on Palestinians in the territory. Trump said the board will work in partnership with the United Nations to address crises far beyond Gaza.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

UN expert says world has given Israel licence to torture Palestinians'

Francesca Albanese stated that torture has effectively become state policy in Israel, with the world granting a license to torture Palestinians, allowing it to operate openly.
World politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

U.S. leaves U.N. groups

On Wednesday night, the Trump administration announced plans to withdraw from 66 global agencies, including premier U.N. groups that focus on climate and health issues.
US politics
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

Egypt's president urges Trump to stop war on Iran

Egypt's President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi urges Trump to end the war on Iran, emphasizing U.S. influence in the Gulf region.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

US envoys meet Hamas in Cairo to salvage fragile Gaza truce

The US engages directly with Hamas to preserve a fragile October ceasefire in Gaza amid escalating regional conflict and Israeli military operations.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Jan Egeland: Millions displaced as Middle East conflicts deepen

Mass displacement from escalating conflicts in Iran, Lebanon, Gaza, and Sudan is overwhelming humanitarian aid systems beyond capacity while eroding international humanitarian law.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Peace as policy: Mediation is the core sense of modern diplomacy

Mediation is a strategic security tool essential to prevent escalation and global disruption; prioritize sustained, credible diplomatic engagement to normalize peace in 2026.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

US says second phase of Gaza peace plan underway

Since then, both sides have accused the other of breaking the deal. Israel has continued to restrict aid into the strip and conduct attacks. The Gazan health ministry says more than 400 Palestinians have been killed since the ceasefire, and UNICEF announced this week that at least 100 of the victims were children. Israel says Hamas militants continue to be a threat and that its airstrikes in Gaza are targeting the group.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

United Nations presses for answers on US funding commitments

UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric said on Monday that while the US ambassador, Mike Waltz, said last week that payments would begin within weeks, no further details had been offered. list of 3 itemsend of list We've seen the statements, and frankly, the secretary-general has been in touch for quite some time on this issue with Ambassador Waltz, Dujarric said during a news briefing.
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