‘Closer than ever’: Progress in Gaza ceasefire talks, says Hamas
Hamas reports significant progress in ceasefire talks; deal could finalise this year.
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'Not a takeover': Turkey rebuffs Trump's Syria comments
Turkey denies controlling Syrian rebels, emphasises co-operation over domination.
'Could be catastrophic': UN warns of escalating Syria conflict
UN highlights humanitarian crisis in Syria; nearly 13 million face acute food insecurity.
Letters: Kiwis' safety and security have gone backwards
OPINION: 'My insecurity stems from events both overseas and domestically.'
Israeli strikes in Gaza 'kill 22', including Al Jazeera journalist
UN warns of famine as Gaza's health system collapses amid ongoing Israeli bombardment.
Assad's prisoner No 3006 tells his story
An ex-prisoner recalls torture and execution threats in Syrian jail.
How Syria's rebel victory is reshaping the nation's future
Mohammed al-Jolani vows to punish torturers, as HTS seeks to stabilise the new Syria.
Syrian assets worth $190m frozen in Switzerland
But a 'hunt for Assad’s millions' does not seem to be in the offing for Swiss banks.
'Every day more hope is lost': Families search notorious prison
Liberated prisoners found alive in Sednaya; families cling to hope amid chaos.
Israeli strikes on Gaza kill 25, including women and children
Israeli strikes kill 25 in Gaza, including women and children, amid ongoing military ops.
Why Netanyahu's corruption trial marks a historic moment
Benjamin Netanyahu has been accused of bribery, fraud and breach of public trust.
Israeli strikes hit Syrian ships as Assad ousted from power
Israel strikes Syrian navy, damaging ships and research centre after Assad's ousting.
With Assad gone, a brutal dictatorship ends. But the new risks are huge
New York Times: Will Assad's fall usher in a new era for Syria and the Middle East?
Watch: Syrians storm Assad's palace, find his luxury car collection
Videos show fighters and civilians inside the sprawling New Shaab Palace.
Analysis: Assad's fall - a new chapter begins in Syria's turbulent history
ANALYSIS: As Assad flees to Moscow; Turkey calls for an inclusive power transition.
How rebels toppled the Syrian regime of Bashar al-Assad
New York Times: Bashar al-Assad fled the country as rebels claimed the capital, Damascus.
Amnesty International accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza
New York Times: Israel has rejected the charge saying it was "based on lies".
Syrian airstrike kills journalist amid fierce battle for Hama
Rebels advance on Hama as airstrikes kill journalist; Assad raises military salaries.
Executions and rehab: Saudi Arabia dials up its ‘war on drugs’
Financial Times: Narcotics use blamed on social change, rise of drugs such as Captagon.
Lightning assault on major Syria city: 'Not a single shot was fired'
'There has been no fighting, not a single shot was fired, as regime forces withdrew.'
Israel strikes Hezbollah site amid fragile Lebanon ceasefire
Lebanon says at least 3961 people have been killed, mostly in recent weeks.
'Brink of collapse': EU urges immediate ceasefire in Lebanon
EU says UN peacekeepers and Lebanese troops should be the only armed forces in the area.
Fears for Gaza hospitals as fuel, aid run low
Gaza health ministry says hospitals have two days' fuel left before restricting services.
How the world reacted to te Hīkoi mō te Tiriti
And how international media are framing the Treaty Principles Bill debate.
Coffee, juice, shawarma: Tiny traces of normal life in a ruined Gaza
New York Times: A few pockets of ordinary life bloom in defiance of war.
A tale of two journeys: Divided roads highlight West Bank inequality
NY Times: Separate roads for Israelis and Palestinians highlight West Bank inequality.
Mega-project boss abruptly replaced in Saudi Arabia
Financial Times: He leaves after six years in charge of $850 billion desert development.
Attack, withdraw, return: Israel’s bloody cycle of war in North Gaza
New York Times: Hospitals struggle as Israel forces intensify strikes in the area.
Israel opens new aid route as US deadline looms, but crisis worsens
Kissufim crossing for aid to Gaza is opened, but agencies say it's insufficient.
'Trapped': Israeli strikes, tanks terrify Gaza
In central Gaza, Israeli forces have sent in tanks, sparking panic.
Hezbollah vows revenge after Israel confirms ordering pager attacks
Benjamin Netanyahu admits approving the deadly attack on communications devices.
Dozens killed after Israeli strike in Gaza, medics say
Residents said the building that was hit at dawn on Sunday had housed at least 30 people.