The Latest Breaking News from the Middle East

The U.S. State Department's stance on Israel and Hamas in the Middle East conflict raises questions about moral standards and human rights violations.

Iranian President Raisi warns Israel of severe consequences during his visit to Pakistan, escalating tensions in the Middle East.

US Secretary of State Blinken and Israeli Defense Minister Gallant discuss security, negotiations, and humanitarian aid in the Middle East.

Asian stocks rise as Middle East tensions ease, oil and gold prices fall. Investors cautious amidst geopolitical uncertainty.

An independent review group on the UN agency for Palestinians found "neutrality-related issues" but noted Israel had provided no evidence to support allegations that a significant number of its staff were members of terrorist organisations. The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) remains "irreplaceable and indispensable to Palestinians' human…

Australia's treasurer expresses concerns about the impact of Middle East tensions on the global economy, highlighting the need for vigilance and preparedne...

Global military expenditure saw its steepest increase in over a decade in 2023, reaching an all-time high of $2.4 trillion as wars and rising tensions fuelled spending across the world, researchers said Monday.

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu on Sunday said Israel will increase "military pressure" on the Palestinian militant group Hamas in a bid to secure the release of hostages held in Gaza. The announcement came after Israeli overnight strikes in the area of the southern Gaza city of Rafah killed at least…

Turkish President Erdogan's meeting with Hamas leader in Turkey to discuss regional peace and stability amid heightened tensions in the Middle East.