Palestinian filmmaker Mohammad Bakri dies at 72
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Mohammad Bakri, a Palestinian director and actor who sought to share the complexities…
A blast in Gaza wounds a soldier and Israel accuses Hamas of ceasefire violation
JERUSALEM — An explosive device detonated in Gaza on Wednesday, injuring one Israeli soldier and prompting Israel to…
Christmas Eve attracts thousands to Bethlehem
BETHLEHEM, West Bank (AP) — Thousands of people flocked to Bethlehem’s Manger Square on Christmas Eve as families…
Thousands flock to Bethlehem to revive Christmas spirit after 2 years of war in Gaza
BETHLEHEM, West Bank — Thousands of people flocked to Bethlehem’s Manger Square on Christmas Eve as families heralded…
A blast in Gaza wounds a soldier and Israel accuses Hamas of ceasefire violation
JERUSALEM (AP) — An explosive device detonated in Gaza on Wednesday, injuring one Israeli soldier and prompting Israel…
Iran, US reaffirm commitment to diplomacy at UN
UNITED NATIONS — Iran and the United States reaffirmed their commitments to diplomacy at a contentious meeting of…
Jared Kushner becomes key to Trump’s second-term diplomacy
WASHINGTON (AP) — As the dawn rose on President Donald Trump’s second term, one key figure from his…
Iraq’s political future in limbo as factions vie for power
BAGHDAD — Political factions in Iraq have been maneuvering since the parliamentary election more than a month ago…
Australian state plans tougher laws against displaying extremist flags after Bondi shooting
SYDNEY — The Australian state of New South Wales is proposing to ban public displays of Islamic State…
Gaza famine averted but strip still faces starvation, report says
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — The spread of famine has been averted in the Gaza Strip, but the…