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Netanyahu calls Macron's West Bank remarks 'grotesque absurdity'

Israeli PM Netanyahu condemns Macron's UN speech on West Bank, citing 'misinterpretation'. Macron criticizes Israel's actions and Hamas' role. No official response from Macron's office. Settlements remain illegal under international law. Hamas praised attack on French citizen.

23 Sept, 05:49 pm IST
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Israeli settler and Palestinian driver killed in West Bank shootings

Two fatalities occurred in West Bank shootings on Yom Kippur eve. Israeli settler killed by Palestinian gunman; Palestinian motorist killed by Israeli soldiers. No clear link between incidents. Hamas praised attack, no claim of responsibility. Sources differ on casualties and context.

20 Sept, 09:39 pm IST
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Smoke seen near Riyadh airport after air raid alerts

Smoke and flames were reported near Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport after air raid alerts. A fuel tank belonging to Aramco was reportedly on fire. Saudi authorities have not commented. The incident follows recent Houthi advances in Yemen. No official response from Saudi authorities. Details on the origin of

19 Sept, 08:09 pm IST
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Saudi Oil Crisis Drives Global Energy Prices Higher

Global oil prices have surged over 50% due to regional conflicts, impacting energy costs worldwide. Analysts attribute the rise to supply disruptions in key shipping routes. The IMF warns of inflationary pressures. No official response from Iran or the US is provided in the evidence.

16 Sept, 10:22 pm IST
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Photos show Iranian strikes caused major damage to US bases in Middle East

BBC reports on images of damage to US military sites in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait from Iranian attacks. Pentagon watchdog confirms hundreds of buildings and $3.7bn in equipment losses. No official response provided. Cost of repairs and rebuilding remains unclear.

16 Sept, 10:18 pm IST
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Houthis claim down Saudi fighter jet in Yemen

Houthis claim to have shot down a Saudi F15 fighter jet using a locally made missile. Saudi Arabia has not confirmed the incident. Details on casualties and verification remain unclear.

16 Sept, 02:21 pm IST
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Houthis seize Red Sea ports as Yemen conflict escalates

Houthis capture Mokha, Dhubab and Perim, intensifying conflict with Saudi-aligned forces. UN warns of rising civilian casualties. Saudi Arabia seeks to reposition militarily without full-scale war. Pakistan and UAE roles remain unclear. Conflict risks internationalising further.

13 Sept, 07:18 pm IST
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Houthis claim control of Red Sea shipping lane

Houthis claim to have seized Perim Island and Mokha, tightening their grip on the Bab al-Mandab Strait. Saudi Arabia closes oil pipeline amid attacks. Conflict escalates, displacing thousands. No official response from Saudi Arabia. IOM warns of rising displacement.

12 Sept, 02:17 am IST
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Houthis seize Red Sea port of Mokha

Houthis reportedly captured Mokha, a strategic Red Sea port, from Saudi-backed forces. The move could impact global trade and oil shipments. No official confirmation from Yemen's government. Sources differ on the implications and motivations.

10 Sept, 09:20 pm IST
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Trump claims Iran war will end after November elections

US President Donald Trump asserts the Iran conflict will end post-November midterms, citing oil price drops. Sources dispute claims, noting Iran denies nuclear ambitions. Conflict has raised fuel costs and strained relations across the Middle East. No official response from Iran is provided in the evidence.

10 Sept, 04:20 pm IST
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Oil hits $100 a barrel for first time since July after US strikes

Oil prices rose above $100 a barrel after US strikes on Iranian tankers, with tensions escalating between the US and Iran. The conflict, which began in February, has disrupted the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil route. Regional instability and attacks on energy infrastructure have further pressured prices.

9 Sept, 02:34 pm IST
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Fear and Resilience in Al-Mughayyir: A Palestinian Village Under Siege

In the village of Al-Mughayyir, located on the edge of the occupied West Bank, Palestinian families are living in constant fear due to a surge in settler-related violence. Six people, including three students, have been killed this year, with Israeli forces and settlers frequently targeting schools, farms, and homes. P

8 Sept, 03:17 am IST
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Israeli strikes in southern Lebanese village kill 12

Israeli air strikes in southern Lebanon killed at least 12 people, including civilians, according to the Lebanese health ministry. The Israeli military claims the attacks targeted Hezbollah infrastructure and weapons transfers.

8 Sept, 01:23 am IST
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Ben-Gvir's 'Disengagement 710' pushes Gaza emigration as Katz awaits Trump

Israel's national security minister unveils a seven-year 'voluntary emigration' plan targeting up to 1.86 million Gazans, demanding a dedicated ministry after October elections, while Defence Minister Katz says mass exit plans are frozen — not cancelled — pending US approval.

6 Sept, 11:26 am IST
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Hezbollah drones draw IDF strikes in southern Lebanon security zone

Israel says Hezbollah launched two explosive drones at troops in southern Lebanon early Sunday; one was downed with no IDF injuries reported, and the military answered with fresh strikes after a similar Friday incident near the Ali Taher front.

6 Sept, 11:25 am IST