GENEVA – A United Nations human rights spokesperson expressed concern on Friday over attacks on independent UN experts, following calls from several European governments for the resignation of Francesca Albanese, the organisation’s special rapporteur for Palestine. Read More: UN expert accuses global firms of profiting from violence against Palestinians Albanese, an Italian lawyer, has been […]
Gaza Conflict
PM Shehbaz likely to attend Gaza peace board meeting
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is expected to attend the first leaders’ meeting of the US-initiated Gaza “Board of Peace” in Washington on February 19, according to diplomatic sources. The development follows an invitation extended by US President Donald Trump for Pakistan to join the Board of Peace on Gaza, which the Foreign Office confirmed […]
US blasts South Africa over Israeli diplomat expulsion
The United States has strongly condemned South Africa’s decision to expel Israel’s top diplomat, calling the move politically motivated and damaging to diplomatic stability. American officials said the action reflects grievance-based politics instead of responsible international engagement and dialogue. According to the State Department, the diplomat was targeted after publicly criticizing the ruling African National […]
Diplomatic rift deepens as US slams South Africa Israel decision
The United States has strongly criticized South Africa’s decision to expel Israel’s top diplomat, calling the move politically driven and harmful to the country’s own diplomatic standing. Washington said the action reflected grievance-based politics rather than responsible international engagement. According to U.S. officials, the expulsion followed public remarks made by the Israeli diplomat regarding the […]
UAE urges political path on Gaza, warns against new Iran crisis
DUBAI, February 3, 2026 — The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has warned that stabilising Gaza requires parallel progress on Palestinian statehood and Israeli security, stressing that diplomacy — not force — is the only viable path forward for the region. The UAE also cautioned that unresolved tensions with Iran could trigger another major Middle East […]
Pakistan reiterates backing for Palestinian statehood at UN
Pakistan has reaffirmed its strong support for the establishment of an independent Palestinian state during a United Nations Security Council debate, stressing that a credible and time-bound political process remains essential for lasting peace in the Middle East. Read More: At UN, Pakistan warns against disregard for int’l law, citing India’s action Addressing the council’s open debate […]
Two Palestinians killed in Gaza amid ceasefire concerns
Israeli forces killed two more Palestinians in the Tuffah neighbourhood of northern Gaza on Sunday, while an Israeli drone attack wounded four others in a separate incident in Gaza City, according to local health authorities. Medical officials said the two Palestinians were shot by Israeli troops in Tuffah, while a drone strike later struck the […]
Netanyahu accepts Trump’s invite to join global ‘Board of Peace’
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accepted an invitation from US President Donald Trump to join the proposed “Board of Peace”, an initiative the White House says is designed to promote global stability and help resolve ongoing conflicts, Netanyahu’s office confirmed on Wednesday. Read More: Israel PM holds meeting after objecting to Gaza advisory panel In […]
At least 100 children killed in Gaza since ceasefire, UN says
GENEVA/Gaza City: The United Nations has reported that at least 100 children have been killed in Gaza since the start of a fragile ceasefire three months ago. Unicef said 60 boys and 40 girls lost their lives due to Israeli airstrikes, drone attacks, tank shelling, and live ammunition. Read More: Ceasefire fails as Gaza children continue dying “More […]
Israel asks Supreme Court to uphold Gaza media access ban
The Israeli government has requested the Supreme Court to uphold its ban on international media access to Gaza, citing ongoing security risks in the Palestinian territory. The submission comes nearly three years after the outbreak of the Gaza conflict in October 2023, when Hamas attacked Israel, leading to heavy military responses. Read More: EU Pushes Israel Sanctions […]