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Israel and the crisis in the Middle East
Israel's war in Gaza has exacerbated regional tensions in the Middle East.
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Israel-Hamas: Are 'targeted killings' legal?
Israel has a history of what are known as targeted killings, which likely included a Hamas political leader this week.
Iran in shock after airstrike kills Hamas chief in Tehran
The assassination of Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran is a humiliating blow to Iran; a tough response could trigger an open war.
Germany's Pistorius talks Middle East, Indo-Pacific with DW
Defense Minister Boris Pistorius spoke to DW about the importance of de-escalation in the Middle East.
Middle East: Assassinations drive fears of escalation
Israel's killing of Hezbollah's Shukur and the assassination of Hamas' Haniyeh could bolster support for hard-liners.
Palestinians detained by Israel faced torture — UN report
The UN Human Rights Office has released a report detailing incidents of torture and mistreatment.
Middle East: Lufthansa, others cancel flights to Beirut
Lufthansa said the suspension was a precautionary move amid rising tensions between Israel and Hezbollah.
What you need to know about Hezbollah
Amid fears of the war in Gaza spreading, here's what you need to know about the Lebanese Shiite militia.
Israel bombs Gaza school, says it was targeting Hamas
Authorities in Hamas-run Gaza claim Israeli shelling killed dozens of displaced Palestinians in a Deir al-Balah school.
Netanyahu meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago during US visit
In the meeting, Trump pledged to bring peace to the Middle East and combat antisemitism.
Netanyahu's US visit sparks fierce debate among protesters
While many protesters were angry about the Israeli prime minister's visit, others wanted to show support for Israel.
Netanyahu in Washington: Combative talk, little substance
Israel's prime minister will meet the US president and his deputy on Thursday. But what can he achieve on his visit?
Nepal family holds out hope for son taken hostage by Hamas
A Nepali student who went to Israel for an internship was taken hostage in the Hamas terror attacks.
Red Sea shipping crisis worsens after Israel-Houthi attacks
Israel's strike on the Red Sea port of Hodeida marks a major escalation that could further hurt maritime trade.
Musk activates Starlink internet service in Gaza hospital
Musk says the high-speed internet service has been activated with the help of Israel and the UAE.
US: Jewish demonstrators arrested in anti-Netanyahu protest
Jewish Voice for Peace protesters entered the US Capitol complex ahead of the Israeli prime minister's speech Wednesday.
Will Israeli bombs undo Yemen's peace process?
Israeli strikes only seem to make the Houthi group more popular. Could that impact Yemen's precarious peace process?
Violence between Houthi rebels and Israel escalates
Last week, Houthi rebels were able to strike the Israeli city of Tel Aviv from Yemen, killing one person.
What are China's goals in hosting Palestinian summit?
Beijing is again eyeing a role as global peacemaker by hosting rival Palestinian factions for talks.
War in Gaza: Germany supplies 30% of Israel's arms imports
The US and Germany, Israel's main suppliers of weapons, have come under increased scrutiny due to the situation in Gaza.
Israeli settlements on occupied land are illegal, ICJ rules
The UN's top court has issued an advisory on Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories, calling them illegal.
Is Islamist radicalization returning to the Western Balkans?
The recent attack at the Israeli embassy in Belgrade has stoked fears of radicalization in the Western Balkans.
Netanyahu heads to Washington amid tense US-Israeli ties
Netanyahu is set to address Congress amid protests and a boycott of the speech by some Democrat lawmakers.
ICJ to rule on Israel's occupation of Palestinian territory
The World Court will present an advisory opinion on Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories.
Israeli parliament 'firmly' opposed to a Palestinian state
The Palestinian Authority accused the government of Benjamin Netanyahu of "plunging the region into an abyss."
Israel continues Gaza strikes as US condemns toll
Israel continued strikes on Gaza after US Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed "serious concern" about deaths.
What does NATO's planned Jordan office mean for the region?
NATO's first Middle East liaison office will be in Jordan. Some are suggesting that it means NATO wants to go into Gaza.
Germany arrests suspected Hezbollah member
German federal prosecutors said a Lebanese man was suspected of procuring drone parts for attacks on Israel.
Displaced Gazans living in Belgium losing hope
In Brussels, DW met Palestinians who left Gaza and were welcomed by a local hotel owner.
Israel says Hamas brigade commander killed in Gaza strike
Hamas' armed wing chief Mohammed Deif was also a target in the strike on al-Mawasi, but his fate remains unclear.
Report: Israeli military says it failed to protect civilians
The Israeli military's report on its own actions during the October 7 Hamas attacks was not happy reading.
Mainz wrong to sack El Ghazi over Gaza comments, court rules
A German labor court has sided with dismissed player Anwar El Ghazi, ordering Mainz to reimburse his lost income.
West Bank: Poverty worsens after Israel cancels work permits
Israel revoked work permits following the October 7 terror attacks by Hamas, plunging West Bank residents into poverty.
Israeli minister: Eliminating Hamas 'our moral obligation'
Israeli minister Amichai Chikli says he doesn’t care if more people believe in the "idea' of Hamas.
Rising shipping costs hit global trade hard
International trade is under immense strain, freight costs are rising again, and environmental pollution is increasing.
Israel-Hamas truce talks to restart amid signs of movement
At least off the record, Israel and Hamas have hinted at a "significant breakthrough" before talks restart in Doha.
Fact check: Fake image of al-Shifa Hospital director
One particular image of Mohammed Abu Selmia, the released head of al-Shifa Hospital, was actually AI-generated.
Pro-Palestinian protesters scale Australian parliament roof
The protesters climbed the roof of Australia's Parliament House in Canberra, in a serious security breach.
Israelis near Lebanese border fear fires and full-scale war
Israeli firefighters and civilians report mounting cross-border strikes between the IDF and the Hezbollah militia.
Israel strikes southern Gaza after mass evacuation order
The UN estimates around 250,000 people were affected by an evacuation order a day earlier.
Israelis near Lebanon border fear all-out war with Hezbollah
As cross-border fire between Israel and Hezbollah intensifies, locals are worried all-out war could start at any time.
EU signs €1bn financing deal for Egypt at investment forum
The funding plan will help Cairo to make economic reforms, along with investments by European companies.
How powerful is Iran really?
Iran is projecting power. Its economy is failing and support for the regime low. How powerful is Iran really?
Israel brings in military service for ultra-Orthodox Jews
The Israeli Supreme Court has unanimously ruled that ultra-Orthodox Jews must also be conscripted into military service.
Israel-Hezbollah: Rising concern 'real' war will break out
Fighting on the Israeli-Lebanese border has been ramping up. Experts worry it may spark all-out war and invasion.
Israel allies warn against Gaza war spreading to Lebanon
The US and Germany have warned against the Gaza conflict escalating into wider war. Turkey has said it supports Lebanon.
No, this US navy fleet is not yet en route to Israel
False claims on military movements amid Israel-Hezbollah tensions circulate online. DW fact-checks some of them.
Palestinian home demolitions spike in east Jerusalem
Following the October 7 attacks by Hamas, the demolition of Palestinian homes has surged in occupied east Jerusalem.
Why some Arab states side with Israel
Leaders of most Arab countries condemn Israel's war in Gaza. Yet, some Arab governments have close ties to the country.
Palestinian Olympic chief wants Israel Olympic ban
With just over one month until the Olympics, Jibril Rajoub told DW that Israeli athletes should have no place in Paris.
Netanyahu says 'intense phase' of Rafah fighting nears end
Israel's PM says intense fighting in Rafah "is about to end" but the war will go on, with forces possibly moving north.
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