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Israeli maps outline expanded zone of military control in Gaza

Israeli maps outline expanded zone of military control in Gaza

By Pesha Magid, Nidal al-Mughrabi and Alexander Cornwell JERUSALEM, April 29 (Reuters) - New maps of Gaza quietly issued by Israel a little more than a month ago have put thousands of displaced Palestinians inside an expanded restricted area, within boundaries the military says it can continue to

Activists say Israeli forces intercepted their Gaza aid flotilla near Crete, detaining crews

Activists say Israeli forces intercepted their Gaza aid flotilla near Crete, detaining crews

Activists attempting to break Israel’s maritime blockade of Gaza say Israeli forces have intercepted their flotilla near the southern Greek island of Crete

The Latest: Iran war has cost estimated $25 billion so far, Pentagon official tells Congress

The Latest: Iran war has cost estimated $25 billion so far, Pentagon official tells Congress

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says congressional Democrats are “the biggest adversary we face” as he takes questions from lawmakers for the first time since U.S. President Donald Trump launched the war against Iran

Israeli Forces Intercept Gaza-Bound Humanitarian Flotilla, Preventing Blockade Breach

Israeli Forces Intercept Gaza-Bound Humanitarian Flotilla, Preventing Blockade Breach

On April 30, 2026, Israeli forces intercepted the Global Sumud Flotilla, a humanitarian mission attempting to deliver aid to Gaza, near the Greek island of Crete. The flotilla, which set sail from Barcelona, aimed to break through Israel's maritime blockade of Gaza. This blockade, enforced by Israel and Egypt, is intended to prevent Hamas from importing arms, though critics argue it serves as collective punishment for Gaza's population. The interception involved detaining the crews and multiple boats, marking another instance of Israel's enforcement of its blockade. The operation was conducted without injuries or chaos, avoiding the media spectacle often associated with such events.

Iran's highly enriched uranium likely is at the Isfahan site, the UN nuclear chief tells the AP

Iran's highly enriched uranium likely is at the Isfahan site, the UN nuclear chief tells the AP

The head of the U.N. nuclear agency says the majority of Iran’s highly enriched uranium is still believed to be at its Isfahan nuclear complex

Young Palestinian artists in Gaza exhibit their impressions of war as a fragile ceasefire holds

Young Palestinian artists in Gaza exhibit their impressions of war as a fragile ceasefire holds

Young Palestinian artists in Gaza have staged an impromptu exhibit to show the world the impact of war and fragile ceasefire

Israeli strikes on Gaza kill three, including 9-year-old boy, medics say

Israeli strikes on Gaza kill three, including 9-year-old boy, medics say

CAIRO/GAZA, April 28 (Reuters) - Israeli strikes killed three Palestinians, including a 9-year-old boy, in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, health officials said.

Palestinian Authorities Conduct Successful Local Elections in Gaza and West Bank Amid Challenges

Palestinian Authorities Conduct Successful Local Elections in Gaza and West Bank Amid Challenges

Palestinian authorities have declared the recent local elections in Gaza's Deir al Balah and the West Bank a success. These elections, held for the first time in over two decades in parts of Gaza, are seen as a step towards a long-delayed presidential election and eventual statehood. The elections in Deir al Balah faced challenges such as low turnout, with only 23% participation, due to large-scale displacement and outdated civil registry records. In contrast, the West Bank saw a 56% turnout. The elections were dominated by independents and Fatah, the faction leading the Palestinian Authority. Hamas, which controls parts of Gaza, did not participate or obstruct the elections. The elections were for local councils responsible for infrastructure like water and electricity.

Palestinians use Gaza rubble to restore streets as US rebuilding plan stalls

Palestinians use Gaza rubble to restore streets as US rebuilding plan stalls

By Haseeb Alwazeer GAZA, April 27 (Reuters) - Palestinians are using war rubble to repave streets destroyed during Israel's two-year assault on Gaza, crushing concrete and metal into pavement under a U.N.-run project they hope will mark a first step toward rehabilitating their damaged cities.

The Latest: United Arab Emirates says it will exit OPEC, while US-Iran negotiations stall

The Latest: United Arab Emirates says it will exit OPEC, while US-Iran negotiations stall

The United Arab Emirates has announced it will leave OPEC and the OPEC+ group, effective May 1

Palestinian Officials Celebrate Local Elections in Gaza and West Bank as a Step Toward Statehood

Palestinian Officials Celebrate Local Elections in Gaza and West Bank as a Step Toward Statehood

Palestinian officials have hailed the recent local elections in Gaza's Deir al-Balah and the West Bank as a success, marking the first such elections in over two decades in parts of Gaza. The elections are seen as a symbolic step towards linking the territories politically and moving towards a long-delayed presidential election. In Deir al-Balah, turnout was low at 23% due to challenges like displacement and outdated records, while the West Bank saw a 56% turnout. The elections were dominated by independents and Fatah, with Hamas not participating. These elections were for local councils responsible for infrastructure management.

Palestinian Authorities Hail Local Elections in Gaza and West Bank as a Step Toward Statehood

Palestinian Authorities Hail Local Elections in Gaza and West Bank as a Step Toward Statehood

Palestinian authorities have declared the recent local elections in Gaza's Deir al Balah and the West Bank a success, marking the first vote in Gaza in two decades. The elections are seen as a step towards eventual presidential elections and statehood. Turnout was 23% in Gaza and 56% in the West Bank, with independents and the Fatah faction dominating the results. The elections were conducted amid challenges such as displacement and infrastructure damage from ongoing conflicts. The Palestinian Authority views these elections as a move towards political unity and independence.