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🔴 Live: Fresh Israeli strikes pound southern Beirut, Lebanese state media says

Two new Israeli strikes struck Beirut's southern suburbs on Monday evening, Lebanese state media said, after Israel's military issued a warning to inhabitants of the area. An AFP correspondent saw smoke rise from the suburbs, and the country's National News Agency reported that the area had been "the target of…

France 24

‘We must never look the other way’ - Starmer marks 7 October anniversary and calls for immediate ceasefire

Sir Keir has described 7 October 2023 as the ‘darkest day in Jewish history since the Holocaust’

The Independent UK

Israel pounds south Beirut and launches new offensive in north Gaza as war anniversary looms

On the eve of Hamas militants’ 7 October attacks, Israel expands the Middle East conflict on two fronts

The Independent UK

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Gen Z knowledge about the Holocaust matters for ongoing reconciliation with a troubled history

Since last Oct. 7, the world has seen mass death catalyzed by terrorist attacks in Israel, Israel’s mission to recover hostages still being detained and retaliation in Gaza — and now a long-dreaded war erupting through the Middle East.

The Conversation

The Guardian view on a year of civilian slaughter in the Middle East: a region in flames

Editorial: The spiralling violence wrought by Hamas atrocities, and Israel’s retaliation in Gaza, cannot be ended by military means

The Guardian - UK

The Middle East's largest airline bans pagers and walkie-talkies after Hezbollah devices explode

"Such items found in passengers’ hand luggage or checked baggage will be confiscated by Dubai Police."

Fortune

'Lucky' Australians evade Israeli bombs to return home

Australians have touched down at home after fleeing Israel's escalating bombardment and invasion of Lebanon.

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Failed by leaders on both sides in the Middle East

Letters: Leaders on both sides of the conflict share the blame for the escalating crisis, says Nick Mayer. Plus letters from Yuti Chernajovsky, Orna Bird and Sarah White

The Guardian - UK

John Swinney calls on world leaders to negotiate 'immediate ceasefire' in Middle East

JOHN Swinney has called for a ceasefire ahead of the first anniversary of the October 7 attacks on Israel amid the continued bombardment of Gaza.

The National (Scotland)

One year of war in Gaza: The key dates in the Israel-Hamas conflict

One year after the October 7 attacks, war continues to rage between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip. Despite efforts to reach a diplomatic solution, the fighting has now expanded into neighbouring Lebanon. FRANCE 24 looks back on the timeline of this unprecedented escalation in the Middle East.

France 24

Netanyahu tells Macron expects France backing, 'not restrictions' on Israel

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu told Emmanuel Macron that Israel expects support from France and not restrictions after the French president called for a halt to arms supplies to Israel for use in Gaza. This comes after an Israeli strike on a mosque sheltering displaced people in Deir al-Balah in central…

France 24

A pause for peace is the best the world can hope for in the Middle East’s war without end

Western leaders look feeble and helpless as religious fanatics and rightwing zealots dig the region deeper into conflict

The Guardian - UK

One year on from 7 October, our panel considers: what next for the Middle East?

There are so many players and so many imponderables. Truly it is a region on a knife edge

The Guardian - UK

What Russia wants from Israel-Iran escalation: Chaos good, war bad

Russia is dependent on Iran for military support in Ukraine, but has had complex ties with Hezbollah.

Al Jazeera

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Netanyahu says 'shame' on Macron for urging halt to weapons supply to Israel

French President Emmanuel Macron brought “shame” on himself by calling on countries to stop providing Israel with weapons for use in Gaza, Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Saturday. Earlier, Macron said that France will host an international conference in October to boost support for Lebanon, which is currently…

The Conversation

A year of escalating conflict in the Middle East has ushered in a new era of regional displacement

A year of conflict has ushered in a new era of mass displacement in the Middle East.

The Independent UK

What's next for oil and gas prices as Middle East tensions heat up?

Oil prices climbed this week as unrest in the Middle East escalated

Newcastle Herald

How too many hoops to jump through risks driving away dedicated volunteers

Letters: 'It's occurring in many volunteering services'

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AAP

Australians evacuate Lebanon on flight to Cyrus

The first chartered flight of Australians fleeing war-torn Lebanon has landed in Cyprus, with passengers set to head to Sydney soon.

International Business Times

What Happens Next In Iran-Israel Conflict?

Israel's invasion of Lebanon this week and Iran's missile attack on its regional foe, all while war rages on in Gaza, have heightened the risk of a high-intensity conflict across the Middle East.

The Conversation

A year after Hamas attack, more continuity than change for the Palestinians and Israel

The rapid pace of unfolding events between Israel and the Palestinians, and more broadly in the Middle East, can make people think change is inevitable.

Top News

Israel's Economy Resilient Amid Escalating Conflict

Israel's economy faces strain amidst escalating tensions and conflict in the Middle East.

The Independent UK

Stock market today: Asian shares mostly rise after Middle East tensions weigh on Wall St

Asian shares are trading mostly higher after worsening tensions in the Middle East sent shares lower on Wall Street

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