Learn how Israel’s skunk water was developed, used against Palestinian protests and became a controversial crowd-control weapon in Palestine. Why Israel Uses Skunk Water Against Palestinians For years, skunk water has been used as a crowd-control weapon by Israeli security forces during protests involving Palestinians. The foul-smelling liquid was developed as a supposedly non-lethal alternative…
Middle East oil exports rise above pre-war levels as Strait of Hormuz tensions continue, with crude shipments reaching 22.5 million bpd. Middle East Oil Exports Rise Above Pre-War Levels Despite Strait of Hormuz Tensions Middle East oil exports have climbed above pre-war levels on several days despite continued tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, according…
Gaza voters prioritize jobs, security and reconstruction as Palestinian elections approach amid unemployment, displacement and economic hardship. Gaza Voters Seek Jobs, Security Ahead of Elections Deir el-Balah, Gaza Strip — For many people in Gaza, the upcoming Palestinian legislative elections are about much more than politics. After years of war, displacement and economic collapse, voters…
West Bank road closures and checkpoints are causing long delays, restricting medical care and disrupting daily life for Palestinians. West Bank Road Closures Turn Short Trips Into Long Ordeals Road closures and military checkpoints across the occupied West Bank are turning routine journeys into exhausting and sometimes life-threatening ordeals for Palestinians. Restrictions on roads, entrances…
Explore Israel’s West Bank checkpoints, where they are, how they work, and how movement restrictions affect Palestinian workers and daily life. Mapping Israel’s 300 Checkpoints: Where They Are and How They Work Israel has tightened restrictions on Palestinian movement across the occupied West Bank, with crossings and access points facing additional closures during the Jewish…
Israeli minister Bezalel Smotrich calls for a major military campaign in the occupied West Bank as settler violence and restrictions increase. Smotrich Calls for War in Occupied West Bank Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has called for a major military campaign in the occupied West Bank, saying the Israeli army should carry out an operation…
Iran is shifting trade toward the Caspian Sea as Strait of Hormuz disruptions affect oil exports, imports, ports and regional transport routes. Iran Shifts Trade North as Hormuz Disruption Grows Iran is increasingly looking toward the Caspian Sea and its northern borders as disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz put pressure on its traditional southern…
Israel opposition leaders unite ahead of October 27 elections as Netanyahu criticises their alliance and warns voters about a possible new government. Israel Opposition Unites Against Netanyahu Ahead of Vote Israel’s opposition leaders have agreed to coordinate their efforts ahead of the October 27 Knesset elections, setting the stage for a closely watched political contest…
Yemen leader Rashad al-Alimi urges public mobilisation against Houthi forces and offers amnesty to fighters who defect to government forces. Yemen Leader Urges Public Mobilisation Against Houthi Forces Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council Chairman Rashad al-Alimi has called on the country’s population to mobilise and support government forces as fighting with the Houthis intensifies near the…
US and Iran hold mediated talks at the UN over ending the war, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and easing military and economic pressure. US-Iran Talks Focus on War and Strait of Hormuz The United States and Iran have held hours of diplomatic discussions on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New…