Latest in Middle East crisis live: Israel defence minister threatens to annex parts of Gaza unless Hamas frees remaining hostages
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The Pakistan insurgency behind a train hijacking and hostage crisis
Surge in Balochistan separatist attacks have imperilled big investments and economic developmentFinancial Times - Mar. 15 -
60 feet underground in a 3-foot-wide tomb: Freed Israeli hostage details captivity
Israeli hostage Tal Shoham was held captive by Hamas for more than 500 days.ABC News - 4d -
Seahawks' biggest remaining needs in free agency
Identifying the Seattle Seahawks' biggest remaining needs in free agencyYahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
A Lebanese Woman Fights for Women’s Rights in the Middle East
Lina Abou-Habib is fighting inequality, working to change laws that make it difficult for women to keep custody of their children and block residency for children in a mother’s home country.The New York Times - Mar. 7 -
Israel’s renewed siege of Gaza
The Trump administration should press Netanyahu to allow aid to flowFinancial Times - Mar. 11 -
Putin threatens to treat Ukrainian soldiers in Kursk as ‘terrorists’ ahead of US envoy’s Moscow visit – live
Russian president makes threats in first visit since Ukrainian incursion as world waits for Kremlin’s reaction to ceasefire proposal. Trump hints at financial repercussions if Russia rejects ...The Guardian - Mar. 12 -
Christians Are Pressing Trump to Clear a Path for Israel to Annex the West Bank
Some 80 percent of white, evangelical Christians voted for President Trump. Now, some want a policy change that could undermine a future Palestinian state.The New York Times - Mar. 8 -
Top remaining free agents for the Steelers
Top available free agents for the SteelersYahoo Sports - Mar. 15 -
U.N. Accuses Israel of Targeting Reproductive Health Facilities in Gaza
A report by a U.N. committee found that Israel has committed “genocidal acts” intended to prevent births. Israel quickly rejected the findings as biased.The New York Times - Mar. 13 -
Only 3 Broncos free agents remain unsigned
Following the LJH news, only three Broncos in-house free agents remain unsigned.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
G7 warns Russia of expanded sanctions unless it backs ceasefire
Rubio joins other foreign ministers in seeking to ratchet up pressure on Vladimir PutinFinancial Times - Mar. 14 -
NFL free agency: Fits for the best remaining players
While a large portion of the biggest free agents have found new homes, several NFL stars remain available for teams to pursue.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
BBC Verify: Assessing Israel's renewed ground operation
Israel has sent more troops into Gaza after resuming airstrikes on what it calls "terror targets".BBC News - 2d -
'Once again, fear has gripped the people in Gaza'
Gaza residents were woken by airstrikes hitting buildings as Israel shattered a two-month ceasefire.BBC News - 4d -
Israeli military launches new ground operation in Gaza
Israel’s military has sent ground troops back into the Gaza Strip after breaking the ceasefire.NBC News - 3d -
Strikes in Gaza kill 85 overnight, bringing total since Israel broke ceasefire to nearly 600
Local health officials said Israeli strikes killed at least 85 Palestinians across he Gaza Strip overnight, bringing the total to nearly 600 killed since Israel shattered the ceasefire.NBC News - 1d -
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Threaten campuses, shut down debate: that’s what free speech looks like under Trump | Owen Jones
The president has slashed $400m in funding from Columbia University. He wants to stifle criticism of Israel – but the real target is dissent. For those who fear Donald Trump is a despot in the ...The Guardian - Mar. 11 -
UN experts accuse Israel of sexual violence and 'genocidal acts' in Gaza
Israel strongly rejects the findings of the report and accuses the UN Human Rights council of antisemitism.BBC News - Mar. 13 -
Houthi missile fired at Israel intercepted as fresh air strikes hit Gaza
A ballistic missile was fired toward Ben Gurion Airport near Tel Aviv, with sirens sounding in several areas of Israel.BBC News - 2d -
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There’s only one thing in Mark Carney’s in-tray: Trump
Canada’s incoming prime minister warns the US president’s tariffs threaten the ‘greatest crisis of our generation’. When Mark Carney becomes Canada’s prime minister later this week, a list of ...The Guardian - Mar. 10 -
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European leaders back 'realistic' Arab plan for Gaza
The foreign ministers of France, Germany, Italy and Britain welcomed the plan, which calls for Gaza to be rebuilt over five years.BBC News - Mar. 8 -
US envoy’s secret talks with Hamas anger Netanyahu administration
Adam Boehler says Hamas proposed a ceasefire and prisoner exchange in negotiations that did not involve Israel. A US envoy has said Hamas proposed a five-to-10-year ceasefire and a full prisoner ...The Guardian - Mar. 10 -
Europe’s defence spending spree risks debt crisis, warns Dutch politician
Pieter Omtzigt says EU’s €800bn military build-up could push up debt and interest ratesFinancial Times - 4d -
Big budget Saudi TV series stirs controversy in Middle East
Iraq and Iran have banned mega production focused on seventh century schism between Sunni and Shia MuslimsFinancial Times - Mar. 13 -
Tensions rise in Middle East after U.S. strikes in Yemen
Houthi rebels in Yemen are claiming that they staged a counterstrike on the U.S.S. Harry Truman on Sunday in response to U.S. strikes that President Trump announced on Houthi military targets over ...NBC News - 5d -
Pakistan operation to free hostages after train hijacking ends with dozens killed
Security services claim to have rescued about 190 people being held by Baloch Liberation Army in remote area. An operation to rescue hundreds of people taken hostage when a train was hijacked by ...The Guardian - Mar. 12 -
Hungary threatens to cancel sanctions on 2,000 Russians unless EU exempts Mikhail Fridman
Travel restrictions and asset freeze orders are due to expire on SaturdayFinancial Times - Mar. 13 -
Israeli strikes in Gaza kill at least 45, including mothers and babies
Scores of people in Gaza were reportedly killed in airstrikes as the resumption of Israel's ground and air offensive left a trail of destruction.NBC News - 2d -
‘A nightmare come true’: Palestinians flee again after Israel’s attacks on Gaza
Thousands displaced once more as wave of airstrikes ends ceasefire, killing hundreds and raising new fears about aid. Thousands of Palestinians were on the move in Gaza on Tuesday, after a wave of ...The Guardian - 4d -
The Gaza ceasefire must be restored
Donald Trump is the one world leader with significant leverage over Israel’s premierFinancial Times - 2d -
Reuters beclowns itself, to Hamas’s benefit
Reuters retracted a report that falsely claimed a victim of a Palestinian terrorist attack was a member of Mossad, Israel's top intelligence agency, despite lacking evidence to support this claim.The Hill - Mar. 10 -
Best remaining players after the 1st wave of NFL free agency
Now that the first wave of free agency has crashed, who are the best remaining players out on the open market? Here are 55 notable names . . .Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15 -
Germany set to vote on historic increase in defence spending
German MPs could pave the way for huge investments to defend Europe against a threatening Russia.BBC News - 4d -
Syrian Druse Pilgrims Pay Rare Visit to Israel
As part of an effort to deepen its influence in southern Syria, Israel has been seeking stronger ties with the Druse religious minority that holds sway there.The New York Times - Mar. 15 -
British daughter of Gaza hostage says burying father 'incredibly meaningful'
Sharone Lifschitz said it was important all families were reunited with their relatives, both dead and aliveBBC News - 6d -
As Israel drops bombs on the occupied West Bank, some fear it will become a new Gaza
Once rare, Israel's use of airstrikes in the occupied West Bank has soared since Oct.NBC News - Mar. 15
