Tag: Middle East
Israeli attack grounds UN health chief in Yemen
The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) and other UN staff were at Yemen’s international airport in Sanaa on Thursday during Israeli air strikes which are reported to have killed at least six people. WHO Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said they were about to board a plane when the attacks began. Houthi-run Saba…
The Fall of Bashar al-Assad’s Regime in Syria: A New Chapter Begins
As news of Assad’s departure spread, thousands of citizens poured into the streets of Damascus. Videos and images showed people waving flags, chanting slogans of freedom, and embracing the moment as a turning point for their country.
The Gaza Conflict: Genocide Accusations Spark International Controversy
The Gaza conflict, which has devastated the region for over a year, has reached a critical point with Amnesty International’s recent accusations of genocide against the Israeli government. These claims have ignited intense debate within the international community, highlighting the severity of the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip.
Context of the Ceasefire
The ceasefire agreement, which came into effect at 4 a.m. on Wednesday, mandates the withdrawal of Hezbollah forces from southern Lebanon and the repositioning of Israeli troops to their territory. Lebanese troops and UN peacekeepers were deployed to oversee the truce’s implementation. However, disagreements persist over Israel’s right to respond militarily to ceasefire violations.
“1001 Seasons of Elie Saab”
On November 14, 2024, renowned Lebanese designer Elie Saab celebrated his 45-year career in the fashion industry with an event titled “1001 Seasons of Elie Saab” in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.