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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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Gaza on the brink: Should Egypt open the border?
Cairo's former top diplomat tells DW that not ending the violence in Gaza risks a wider conflict.
Campus protests: Pro-Palestinian or anti-Israeli?
Robert Williams, executive director of the USC Shoah Foundation, speaks to DW's Sarah Hofmann.
Tensions rise on Israel's northern border with Lebanon
Amid cross-border strikes between Hezbollah and Israel, over 70,000 Israeli residents have been displaced.
Israel's Rafah assault leaves Gazans stranded
Israel has taken control of the Palestinian side of the Rafah crossing. Residents and displaced people fear the worst.
How will US campus Gaza protests impact crucial election?
As the US academic year winds down, student protests are heating up — with consequences beyond the university campus.
Israel observes Holocaust Remembrance Day amid Gaza war
This year's commemorations come amid the war in Gaza, where over 100 Israeli hostages are still being held by Hamas.
Israel's Rafah offensive: What you need to know
For months, Israel has been preparing for an offensive in Rafah despite warnings from aid organizations and allies.
Antisemitism rising dramatically across the world — report
An ongoing trend of increased antisemitism has skyrocketed in the past seven months, a new report has found.
Eurovision Song Contest: Politics getting in the way of pop?
Though Eurovision insists it's a purely cultural event, it has witnessed its share of politically charged moments.
Israel sanctions: Who has imposed curbs over Gaza war?
Turkey will not resume trade with Israel until a cease-fire deal is secured in Gaza, and France has discussed sanctions.
Turkey suspends trade with Israel over Gaza conflict
Ankara said it would continue to impose the measures until Israel allowed more humanitarian aid to the region.
Inside Europe 2 May 2024
The Gaza flotilla activists stranded in Turkey, why Scotland's Humza Yousaf quit while Spain's Pedro Sanchez stays and media activists call for the right to information. Also: EU election season is now underway, why EU enlargement states have veered to the far right, the end for Slovakia's public broadcaster, Venice's pay-to-get-in rule and Denmark cashes in on Sweden’s Eurovision limelight.
War in Gaza: Anti-West sentiment grows in Malaysia
The war in Gaza has led many in Malaysia and elsewhere in Southeast Asia to accuse the West of a moral decline.
NY police arrest 300 at pro-Palestinian student protests
Police have cleared a pro-Palestinian camp at Columbia University that sparked a wave of similar protests across the US.
Gaza: 'Most people want to leave,' says veteran diplomat
Norwegian Refugee Council head Jan Egeland tells DW that an Israeli operation in Rafah would be a "bloodbath."
UN court rules German military aid to Israel can continue
Nicaragua had filed charges that German arms supplies to Israel were enabling acts of "genocide."
US: Over 100 detained at pro-Palestinian campus protest
Boston's Northeastern University said protesters had "crossed the line" by using "anti-Semitic slurs" during the rally.
Columbia University's Jewish students rally for campus peace
Jewish students and other community members call on University administration to reduce campus hostilities.
Hamas reviewing Israel's latest truce proposal
An Egyptian delegation traveled to Israel to try to revive cease-fire talks and seek return of the remaining hostages.
How powerful is Hamas after 7 months of war with Israel?
After 7 months of fighting, Hamas' military might is hard to assess. But some indicators of their strength do exist.
Pro-Palestinian protests: 93 arrested at California campus
Police say 93 were arrested for trespassing as nationwide university pro-Palestinian protests continue.
Israeli economy moves toward normality despite the war
The Israeli economy suffered a major contraction following October 7 but is showing signs of recovery.
Israeli Palestinian lawyer faces charges after Gaza protest
Human rights lawyer Ahmad Khalefa was arrested after protesting against Israel's strikes on Gaza.
Israel-Iran tensions: Is Syria the new battlefield?
Israel has been bombing Syria covertly for years, trying to weaken anti-Israel forces. Will things escalate in Syria?
Amnesty annual report criticizes European 'double standards'
The situation in the Middle East and the actions of Israel are a primary focus of Amnesty's latest annual report.
Pro-Palestinian protests spread at US universities
Student arrests at several universities have sparked outrage, but some protesters have been accused of antisemitism.
UNRWA: Review finds 'neutrality' issues, no terror proof
A review of UNRWA's neutrality was prompted by unproven Israeli accusations that aid workers in Gaza were terrorists.
Global military spending soars to new record highs
Global military spending was up nearly 7% in 2023, according to SIPRI's database, a yearly increase not seen since 2009.
Germany: Jewish and Muslim communities search for solidarity
Violence in the Middle East impacts on Jewish-Muslim relations also in Germany, which is hypersensitive to antisemitism.
Israel-Iran escalation: How strong is Israel's military?
A military conflict between Israel and Iran is a real threat. But to what extent is Israel prepared?
Inside Europe 18 April 2024
Crunch-time as the EU seeks a coordinated response to the Middle East conflicts, Turkey cracks down on trade with Israel, and after NatCon Brussels was shut down, we preview CPAC in Hungary. Also: Copenhagen’s historic Stock Exchange burns down, what the world can learn from Ukraine's DIIA app, why Icelanders disapprove of their new PM and we head to the International Festival of the Ocarina.
EU plans sanctions, urges calm after Iran strikes Israel
The EU eyes wider sanctions on Iranian drones, but will it brand Iran's Revolutionary Guards a terrorist group?
Gaza: Thousands migrate back to the north
Thousands of Palestinians have made their way along the coast from the south back to the north of the Gaza Strip.
Israel-Hamas war impacts Venice Art Biennale
Israeli artist Ruth Patir won't open her Venice Biennale show until a cease-fire and hostage release deal is reached.
Israel at war: What role does its War Cabinet play?
The big question following Iran's attack is how Israel will respond. The War Cabinet will play a central role in this.
Jordan helped Israel against Iran, now locals are protesting
Many Jordanians feel betrayed after their country helped Israel fend off Iran's drone attack.
Why Iran's missile capabilities present an ongoing threat
Experts say the threat posed by Iranian drones has increased considerably in recent years.
Fear, frustration in Iran after attack on Israel
As world leaders condemn Iran's attack on Israel, Iranians are worried the volatile situation could escalate further.
Why did some Arab countries appear to help Israel?
Some have celebrated the fact Arab nations aided Israel against Iran. But most have more complex motives for helping.
World leaders condemn Iran's attack on Israel
Most Western leaders criticized Iran for escalating tensions that could destabilize the Middle East.
Body of missing Israeli teen found in West Bank
The disappearance of the young Israeli sparked attacks by settlers on Palestinian villages in the occupied West Bank.
German police shut down pro-Palestinian conference
Berlin Police said they were concerned that speakers might express antisemitism or glorify violence.
Iranian embassy attack has Israel, Middle East on edge
Following the deadly airstrike on Iran's embassy in Damascus, fears of escalation in the regional conflict are growing.
Lebanon: Killing of official unleashes fury against Syrians
The murder of a local politician is still under investigation, but widespread accusations are already being politicized.
Germany pays Israeli Holocaust survivors amid Hamas war
Germany is making a €220 payment to each of Israel's Holocaust survivors to help them cope with the war against Hamas.
Legal pressures mount on Germany to cut aid to Israel
Multiple cases have been filed against Germany, trying to force the government to cease military support for Israel.
Eid al-Fitr: Muslims mark the end of Ramadan holy month
Muslims across the world, including in Germany, are celebrating after a month of fasting and prayer.
Little escape for Rafah residents amid plans for offensive
A planned Israeli offensive in Rafah is leaving residents with few options.
Germany presents defense at ICJ over Gaza 'genocide' claim
Nicaragua has brought Germany before the International Court of Justice on charges of facilitating genocide in Gaza.
Germany rebukes Nicaragua's Gaza 'genocide' claims
Nicaragua has said Germany's aid airdrops while supplying weapons to Israel is a "pathetic excuse" to Palestinians.
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