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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Middle East Conflict

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U.S vetoes Security Council resolution on Gaza

  The United States has once again used its veto to block a Security Council resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Washington says it could support the text claiming Hamas would have seen it as a vindication. But council members have harshly criticised the US saying this is another indication that it has no intention of bringing an end to the war. Jody Jacobs reports from the United […]

todayNovember 21, 2024 3

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UNRWA Chief says agency facing its ‘darkest day

The UN's aid agency in Gaza is facing its '"darkest hour", according to its top official. Philippe Lazzarini says the situation in the strip has become "dystopian", and urged member states to increase spending on UNRWA. Sally Patterson reports from New York, where the United Nations is headquartered.  

todayNovember 15, 2024 12

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UN Security Council members urge Israel to rescind its banning of UNRWA

  The United Nations Security Council in a statement on Wednesday strongly warned against any attempts to dismantle UNRWA's operations and mandate. This follows the passing of a bill on Monday by the Israeli parliament banning the UN agency from operating in Israel. There has been widespread criticism of this move which could impact the lives of millions of Palestineans. Jody Jacobs has more from the United Nations in New […]

todayOctober 31, 2024 15

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Growing Confidence in Israel Over Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar’s Death in Gaza

There's growing confidence in Israel that Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar has been killed in Gaza. Testing is being carried out to establish whether he was one of several people killed in a military operation. The 62-year-old's thought to be a key figure behind the October 7th attacks on Israel last year. Sarah Coates reports from Tel Aviv. Meanwhile, despite Israel's firm reports, Al Jazeera indicates Hamas has not made any […]

todayOctober 18, 2024 7

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Will the exploding pager attack be the spark that ignites an Israel-Hezbollah war?

    By Amin Saikal, Australian National University   The alleged Israeli attack on members of Hezbollah via their pagers is another ominous development propelling the Middle East towards a full-scale regional war. It leaves Hezbollah with little option but to retaliate with the full support of the Iran-led “axis of resistance”. The sophistication and impact of targeting the pagers is unprecedented. The attack resulted in at least 11 deaths, […]

todaySeptember 19, 2024 12

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Hamas leader’s killing in Tehran likely to further escalate violence in Middle East

        By Ian Parmeter, Australian National University     Palestinian militant group Hamas says its top political leader, Ismail Haniyeh, has been killed in his home in Tehran. It blames Israel for the attack, saying it was “a Zionist airstrike on his residence in Tehran after he participated in the inauguration of Iran’s new president”. Iran has not yet given any details on how Haniyeh was killed, […]

todayJuly 31, 2024 14

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Bernie Sanders condemns Netanyahu’s upcoming US Congress speech

Vermont senator Bernie Sanders has condemned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address before the US Congress today. His address comes amid fears of a growing regional war in the Middle East. Israel and Hamas have failed to agree on a ceasefire deal currently on the table.   Protestors have promised a 'day of rage' over Israel's conduct during its ongoing war with the Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza. Ira […]

todayJuly 24, 2024 21

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Relief for motorists as the Ministry of Mines and Energy announces fuel reduction

The Ministry of Mines and Energy has announced that petrol prices will decrease by 80 cents per litre,  diesel with 50ppm will decrease by 60 cents per litre and diesel 10ppm will decrease by 70 cents per litre. The changes come into effect on Wednesday 3 July 2024. Cirrus Capital economist Robert McGregor says despite the decreases we face for July, the fuel prices for both diesel and petrol are […]

todayJuly 1, 2024 45

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Does Israel really want to open a two-front war by attacking Hezbollah in Lebanon?

          By Ian Parmeter, Australian National University     Among the many sayings attributed to Winston Churchill is, “Those who fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” This sentiment seems appropriate as Israel potentially appears ready to embark on a war against the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz said this week a decision on an all-out […]

todayJune 21, 2024 7

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