From deepening tensions in Eastern Europe to an escalating humanitarian crisis in the Middle East and a renewed focus on unresolved controversies within the United States, these events are intersecting at a time when American leadership is under close international scrutiny.

Israeli soldiers shot Palestinians near an Israeli-backed aid site and a U.N. convoy. Both episodes pointed to Israel’s refusal to allow new governance structures to emerge.

President Donald Trump hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at a dinner Monday night, with the two meeting at a key moment and lavishing praise on each other amid efforts to reach a ceasefire in Gaza and determine the course of negotiations with Iran.

France's recognition of Palestine may influence future Middle East discussions, highlighting the importance of diplomacy amid ongoing conflicts.

The recent visit of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to the White House has generated significant dialogue regarding the changing dynamics within the Middle East. This visit signifies a recognition by the Trump administration of Netanyahu’s military and political maneuvers,

A stark analysis of the situation in Gaza, from promises of aid to the reality of a blockade starving two million people.

That deal – which includes the promise of more aid trucks and a stronger EU presence at border crossings – was hailed by some as a diplomatic success. Yet its fragile nature was underscored by scepticism from aid agencies and reports that deliveries remain sporadic and inadequate.

In ’The Gaza Catastrophe’, Israel’s genocide is shown to be rooted in history, fuelled by global backing for its military power and colonial project

Limits of military power in Gaza. Story by Terry Hansen • 18m. Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak, referring to the atrocities committed by Hamas on October 7, 2023, ...

France's bold decision to recognize the state of Palestine could help to shift conversations about the future of the Middle East, even if it's unlikely to have