UK consulate in Palestine account suspended on X
The British consulate in Jerusalem, which represents the UK government in occupied Palestine, had its account on X suspended on Sunday.
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Vamos España? Why this World Cup victory for Spain feels so different from the others | María Ramírez
The success belongs to many more people around the world from Gaza to Latin America – even if the collegiate spirit of the team has yet to be mirrored in our public life
· Mar A Ramirez
World Cup 2026: Israel loves Argentina but do Argentinians actually love them back?
Hours before Argentina faced Spain in the World Cup final, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sent a message to President Javier Milei.
· Middleeasteye
US names two soldiers killed in Jordan as Iran conflict widens
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Iran's Houthi allies declare maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia, escalating threat to oil market
Houthi militants in Yemen on Monday declared a maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia effective immediately, threatening to exacerbate the oil supply disruption triggered by Iran's attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
· Spencer Kimball
Police officer indicted after allegations of using confidential databases to harass, extort women
A police officer was indicted in Haifa District Court on Sunday on allegations that he used confidential police databases to obtain women’s personal details and subjected them and their relatives to a years-long campaign of sexual harassment, threats, and extortion through fake WhatsApp accounts.
· SARAH BEN-NUN
'Deals happen outside meetings': Hakibbutz unveils first Israeli startup home in New York City
Israel will have its first dedicated home for Israeli startups based in New York, after Hakibbutz launched its NYC operations on Monday, aiming to become a hub for the hundreds of Israeli companies operating in the Big Apple.
· TOBIAS HOLCMAN
Mediators propose 10-day ceasefire to de-escalate US-Iran war
Mediators have passed Iran a proposal to de-escalate the war with the US that would offer a 10-day ceasefire to find ways to revive an interim deal reached last month, a senior Iranian official told Reuters on Monday.
· REUTERS
Yemen's Houthis declare naval blockade against Saudi Arabia
Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis on Monday declared a naval blockade against Saudi Arabia effective immediately, their military spokesperson said in a televised speech.
· REUTERS
Futures Rebound On Fresh Bout Of Iran Optimism As Hyperscaler Earnings Loom
US equity futures rebound from Friday's selling, indicating a firmer start to the week with S&P futures rising 0.5% at 8.00am ET, and Nasdaq futures up 1% after a sluggish start to the session, after Iran’s Foreign Ministry said it had received proposals from mediators about the conflict with the US. In premarket tr…
· Tyler Durden
China’s crude purchases plunge in June amid Middle East supply drop, higher prices
Chinese imports of liquefied natural gas rose 8.3 per cent year on year in June, while the country purchased nearly 30 per cent more coal in the month
· Xinyi Wu
China’s crude purchases plunge in June amid Middle East supply drop, higher prices
Chinese imports of liquefied natural gas rose 8.3 per cent year on year in June, while the country purchased nearly 30 per cent more coal in the month
· Xinyi Wu
As the EU erects barriers, China’s trade tilts south and east
Europe’s importance in China’s trade calculations is shrinking as Beijing prioritises the Global South, Southeast Asia and the Middle East
· Bob Savic
As the EU erects barriers, China’s trade tilts south and east
Europe’s importance in China’s trade calculations is shrinking as Beijing prioritises the Global South, Southeast Asia and the Middle East
· Bob Savic
Budget improves by billions, but petrol pain about to grow
Billions of dollars have been wiped from the budget deficit and government debt thanks to the ongoing strength of commodity prices and the nation’s jobs market, but consumers face more pain as the war against Iran risks a fresh spike in petrol prices beyond $2 a litre.
· Shane Wright
Los hutíes de Yemen anuncian un embargo marítimo contra Arabia Saudí
EL CAIRO, Egipto (AP) — Los rebeldes hutíes de Yemen anunciaron el lunes un embargo marítimo contra Arabia Saudí en respuesta a un reciente ataque contra el aeropuerto de Saná.
· The Associated Press
Yemen's Houthis announce a maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia
CAIRO (AP) — Yemen’s Houthi rebels have announced they are imposing a maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia in response for a recent attack on Sanaa Airport.
Houthis declare naval embargo against Saudi Arabia
In an official statement, Yemen's Houthis have declared a naval embargo against Saudi Arabia.
· Middleeasteye
Hamas’ lead negotiator in ceasefire talks elected as group’s new chief
Khalil al-Hayya succeeds Yahya al-Sinwar, who was killed by Israeli forces in 2024
· Agence France-Presse
Hamas’ lead negotiator in ceasefire talks elected as group’s new chief
Khalil al-Hayya succeeds Yahya al-Sinwar, who was killed by Israeli forces in 2024
· Agence France-Presse
Houthis announce maritime ban on Saudi Arabia, citing blockade of Yemen | The National
Yemen's Houthi rebels announced a maritime ban on Saudi Arabia on Monday, saying the measure was a response to what it described as Riyadh's long-running blockade of Yemen.
· The National
Trump Iran live updates: U.S. military identifies 2 soldiers killed in Jordan
Video footage circulating online appears to show the moment Iranian missiles hit an airbase in Jordan, killing two American service members. The Iranian attack also left one missing and four requiring hospitalization, the U.S. military said on Saturday.
Saudi Arabia introduces one-year multiple-entry Umrah visa | The National
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has introduced a one-year multiple-entry Umrah visa, allowing pilgrims to visit the kingdom several times with a maximum cumulative stay of up to 90 days.
· The National
Lebanon pilot plan advances as US expands Iran strikes
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Hamas names Khalil al-Hayya as new leader
Hamas has named senior figure Khalil al-Hayya as its new leader, the Palestinian group announced on Monday.
· Middleeasteye
The Pentagon has identified two U.S. service members who were killed in Jordan.
The Pentagon on Monday released the names of two U.S. service members who were killed in Jordan when Iran launched missiles at a military base there.
· Jacey Fortin
Hamas elects Khalil Al Hayya as new political leader | The National
Khalil Al Hayya has been elected as the head of Hamas's political bureau, succeeding Yahya Sinwar, the movement announced on Monday.
· The National
Why is Iran bombing Gulf states while avoiding US naval assets and Israel?
As the United States escalates its strikes on Iran, Tehran is hitting back, targeting military and civilian infrastructure across the Gulf states and Jordan while avoiding attacks on US naval assets deployed near its coast and on Israel – a strategy that analysts say is intended to pressure US President Donald Trump…
· Al Jazeera Staff
Dozens of US soldiers wounded by Iran in Jordan, helicopters struck unmentioned by CENTCOM - report
Iranian attacks have wounded dozens of American soldiers in Jordan over the last week, but only a few were announced by the United States Central Command (CENTCOM), The New York Times reported on Monday.
· TZVI JASPER
Jordanian espionage assisted in attack on US troops, claim Iran despite low support in region
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) thanked the “Honorable people and mujahid soldiers (those who struggle for jihad) of Jordan,” claiming it was provided with intelligence that supported recent attacks on the US military, the IRGC-affiliated Fars News Agency reported on Monday morning.
· DANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD
Over 112,000 registered Democrats eligible to vote in party primaries ahead of Knesset election
The Democrats Party began its internal primaries on Monday, with more than 112,000 registered members eligible to cast votes virtually for candidates throughout the day and determine who will make up the party’s Knesset slate ahead of the upcoming elections.
· KESHET NEEV
Hamas names Khalil al-Hayya, former wartime negotiator, as new head of political bureau
Hamas on Monday named Khalil al-Hayya, who served as chief negotiator for the terrorist organization during the Israel-Hamas war, as the new head of its political bureau.
· SHIR PERETS
Iran used illegal white phosphorus incendiary in drone attack, say Kurdish fighters - report
The Kurdistan Freedom Party accused Iran of using white phosphorus in a drone attack on one of its bases on July 19. Iran has carried out numerous deadly attacks targeting Kurdish Iranian dissident groups.
· SETH J. FRANTZMAN
Hamas names Khalil al-Hayya as new leader after run-off with Khaled Meshaal
Hamas has named Khalil al-Hayya as its new leader, succeeding Yahya Sinwar who was killed in Gaza by the Israeli army in October 2024.
· Al Jazeera
Iran thanks Jordanians for help targeting US forces
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has thanked Jordanian civilians and military personnel for allegedly providing the “accurate intelligence” it used to strike US forces and aircraft stationed in the kingdom.
· RT
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Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has thanked Jordanian civilians and military personnel for allegedly providing the “accurate intelligence” it used to strike US forces and aircraft stationed in the kingdom.
· RT
Pentagon identifies 2 US soldiers killed in weekend attack by Iran
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· Samuel Chamberlain
Pentagon identifies 2 US soldiers killed in weekend attack by Iran
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· Samuel Chamberlain
Iran attacked Bahrain's civil air navigation systems, state news agency says
The Bahrain Civil Aviation Authority said that Iran attacked civil aviation navigation systems but operations were not affected.
· Middleeasteye
Hamas names Khalil al-Hayya as new leader
In an official statement, Hamas announced that Khalil al-Hayya has been elected as the head of the political bureau of the Islamic movement, succeeding Yahya Sinwar, who was killed in Gaza by the Israeli army in October 2024.
· Middleeasteye
Israeli ministers lead march calling for settlements in Gaza
Israeli ministers and lawmakers led a march towards the Gaza Strip on Sunday, calling for the re-establishment of settlements in the Palestinian enclave.
· Middleeasteye
China says that the sovereignty and security of Saudi Arabia should be respected
China's foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said that the sovereignty and security of Saudi Arabia and other countries should be respected, in response to a question regarding recent Houthi attacks on the Kingdom.
· Middleeasteye
Iran Says Two Tankers Exploded In Hormuz Chokepoint As Ship Traffic Near Standstill
Visible maritime traffic through the Hormuz chokepoint remained subdued into the new week after Iranian forces allgedly targeted tankers attempting to transit the narrow waterway, including routes close to Oman. This comes as the US and Iran have been locked in a dangerous tit-for-tat escalation that has entered its…
· Tyler Durden
Israeli air strike wounds at least 14 in Gaza, including women and children
An Israeli air strike on a vehicle on al-Jala' street in Gaza wounded at last 14, including women and children, al-Jazeera reported.
· Middleeasteye
Why the vital Red Sea shipping lane may be the new frontline in the US-Iran war | South China Morning Post
With the Strait of Hormuz already disrupted, the Red Sea is now a critical alternative outlet for Gulf oil and other products.
Trump's Board of Peace approves pilot project to house Gazans | The National
US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace has approved a pilot project to house Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, abandoning, at least for now, its initial plans for the reconstruction of the war-devastated territory.
· Hamza Hendawi
EEUU identifica a 2 soldados caídos en ataque iraní en Jordania. Eran de Texas y Hawai
WASHINGTON (AP) — El gobierno de Donald Trump identificó el lunes a dos soldados muertos en combate la semana pasada como parte de la guerra de Estados Unidos con Irán.
· The Associated Press
The escalatory trap: US-Iran war in dangerous new phase | The National
The death of two American service members in a missile attack blamed on Tehran has prompted Washington to expand strikes on Iran, raising fears of a wider confrontation in what is being described as an escalatory trap.
· David Vujanovic
US military identifies 2 soldiers killed in Iranian attack on Jordan
This is a locator map for Iran with its capital, Tehran. (AP Photo)
Formation ceremony held for final contingent of S. Korean peacekeeping unit in Lebanon
SEOUL, July 20 (Yonhap) -- A ceremony was held Monday to form the 33rd and final contingent of a South Korean peacekeeping unit in Lebanon ahead of the expiry of its U.N. mandate later this year.
· Lee Haye-ah