Gaza war

The Dutch novelist is famous for capturing the rhythm and style of the poets who became the forefathers of hip-hop, but her work has also brought civil rights leaders and refugees to life

Israeli ministers boast that "Gaza is burning" after the US gives the green light to empty Gaza city of its residents. Meanwhile, the massacres and maiming continue.

Despite his reputation for failure, the former UK premier has ironically emerged as the voice of moderation next to more extreme figures in Trump's orbit

For nearly two years, protests around the world calling for an end to Israel's war on Gaza haven't fizzled out, but grown. Their geographic reach and longevity appear to have no precedent in history.

Palestinians do not have the luxury of time. The prospect of their state is vanishing before their very eyes. What will next week's UN General Assembly bring?

Apart from its ongoing genocide in Gaza, Israel has, this week, attacked Syria, Lebanon, Tunisia and, most shockingly, Qatar—a staunch US ally. But in Yemen, it's been especially brutal.

Vast areas of the Strip are being flattened. Even trees are being destroyed, lest a Palestinian hide behind them. Increasingly, explosive-laden vehicles are being sent to do the damage.

His emerging strategy shows a willingness to gamble on high-profile assassinations, even at the expense of diplomatic blowback, regional stability, and fragile negotiations

Doha says it will keep up its efforts to secure a ceasefire in Gaza, despite Israel's targeting of Hamas leaders on its soil, but some are doubtful. But is peace even possible at this point?