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Berlin 'violating' arms trade obligation: German lawyer

Berlin 'violating' arms trade obligation: German lawyer

Human rights organization ECCHR is suing the German government to stop its weapons of war exports to Israel.

Conflicts05/30/2024May 30, 202411:00 min

Israel declares 'full control' of Gaza-Egypt border

Israel declares 'full control' of Gaza-Egypt border

Israel's military says it has taken full control of a buffer zone between Gaza and Egypt.

Conflicts05/30/2024May 30, 202402:32 min

Iran: 'Western pressure can hinder executions'

Iran: 'Western pressure can hinder executions'

At least 853 people were executed in Iran last year. Human rights activists suspect the number was actually much higher.

Human Rights05/29/2024May 29, 2024

Israeli tanks enter Rafah, but deny shelling refugee tents

Israeli tanks enter Rafah, but deny shelling refugee tents

Israeli tanks entered central Rafah for the first time. The military denies killing at least 21 in tents in safe zone.

Conflicts05/29/2024May 29, 202402:06 min

Could a US-Saudi nuclear deal spark Middle East arms race?

Could a US-Saudi nuclear deal spark Middle East arms race?

Experts fear Saudis may use a civilian nuclear program, supported by the US, to gain their own atomic bombs. .

Politics05/28/2024May 28, 2024

Ireland, Norway, Spain to recognize Palestine as state

Ireland, Norway, Spain to recognize Palestine as state

Despite Israel's objections, the three countries that support Palestinians want other countries to follow suit.

Politics05/28/2024May 28, 202403:24 min

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