Israel set to approve Gaza ceasefire, hostage deal, Netanyahu's office says
The security cabinet would meet on Friday before a full meeting of the cabinet later to approve the deal, Netanyahu's office says.
Fri Jan 17 2025
Israel strikes Gaza within hours of ceasefire accord with Hamas, residents say
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused Hamas of making last-minute demands and going back on agreements.
Thu Jan 16 2025
Israel's Netanyahu says Hamas backtracking on Gaza ceasefire agreements
Hamas reneges on parts of the agreement reached with mediators and Israel in an effort to extort last minute concessions, says Netanyahu.
Thu Jan 16 2025
Biden calls for immediate ceasefire in call with Netanyahu, White House says
US officials race to reach a Gaza hostage and ceasefire deal before Biden leaves office on Jan. 20.
Mon Jan 13 2025
Land, state, and identity: the fault lines of Israeli politics
Benjamin Netanyahu's government pushes Israel into uncharted territory, challenging its democratic foundations and societal balance.
Sun Jan 05 2025
Israeli army forces patients out of a north Gaza hospital, medics say
The Indonesian Hospital is one of the Gaza Strip's few still partially functioning hospitals, on its northern edge.
Wed Dec 25 2024
Israel's Netanyahu eyes Iran after triumphs over Hamas, Hezbollah, Syria
2025 will be a year of reckoning for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his country's arch foe Iran.
Fri Dec 20 2024
Israeli forces carry out air, ground attacks in Gaza; dozens dead
The military says it struck dozens of fighters from the air and on the ground and captured others in Beit Hanoun.
Mon Dec 16 2024
Israel plans to double population on occupied Golan, citing threats from Syria
Strengthening the Golan is strengthening the State of Israel, and it is especially important at this time, says Benjamin Netanyahu.
Mon Dec 16 2024
Trump and Netanyahu discuss Gaza hostages and Syria, Israeli PM says
Israeli PM Netanyahu discusses Syria and efforts to free Israeli and foreign hostages in Gaza with US President-elect Trump.
Mon Dec 16 2024
Israel 'more optimistic' on prospects of Gaza hostage deal
Israel's Foreign Minister says indirect negotiations were under way about the return of about 100 hostages.
Wed Dec 11 2024
Netanyahu corruption trial divides Israeli public
Here's what you need to know about the charges that have divided the Israeli public at a time of Middle East turmoil.
Tue Dec 10 2024
Netanyahu takes the stand in his corruption trial for the first time
Charged with bribery, fraud and breach of trust, Benjamin Netanyahu will testify three times a week, the court says.
Tue Dec 10 2024
Israel has told ICC it will contest arrest warrants, Netanyahu says
Israel rejects the jurisdiction of the Hague-based court and denies war crimes in Gaza.
Fri Nov 29 2024
Italy questions feasibility of ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu
Italy says it was not feasible to arrest Benjamin Netanyahu as long as he remained in charge of the government.
Thu Nov 28 2024
The big DC mystery: Where will Trump and his circle hang out?
For four years, the bar at Trump International Hotel in downtown Washington was the place to be seen for Donald Trump's circle of allies.
Sat Jan 18 2025
Thai resort island Phuket grapples with growing garbage crisis
By the end of year, the island could be producing up to 1,400 tonnes of trash a day, overwhelming its sole landfill, deputy mayor says.
Sat Jan 18 2025
Analysis - Biden to hand unfinished agenda to Trump for chaotic Mideast
Joe Biden's record on the world stage is likely to be heavily defined by his handling of the 15-month war in Gaza.
Sat Jan 18 2025
Biden administration will not enforce TikTok ban, says White House official
This leaves the incoming Donald Trump administration to make the decision, according to a White House official.
Sat Jan 18 2025
AWANI Tonight: 17th Jan 2025
#AWANITonight with Faye Kwan
- M’sia to continue engaging with both U.S. and China - PM
- Thai PM reassures Chinese tourists over safety concerns
#AWANIEnglish #AWANINews
- M’sia to continue engaging with both U.S. and China - PM
- Thai PM reassures Chinese tourists over safety concerns
#AWANIEnglish #AWANINews
Fri Jan 17 2025
AWANI Tonight: U.S. tightens rule on AI chip exports, what's the impact on M'sia?
The US is set to roll out strict export controls on advanced AI chips. National AI Office Head Sam Majid says the impact on Malaysia will remain minimal for now.
Fri Jan 17 2025
AWANI Tonight: Apple loses top spot in China’s smartphone market
Apple has been dethroned as China’s top smartphone seller, plunging 17% in 2024. Local brands Vivo and Huawei have overtaken the tech giant, bringing it now to 3rd place.
Fri Jan 17 2025
AWANI Tonight: Thai PM reassures Chinese tourists over safety concerns
Thailand is stepping up security for tourists to restore confidence among Chinese visitors, with PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra to record a message in Chinese to reassure tourists of their safety.
Fri Jan 17 2025
AWANI Tonight: M’sia to continue engaging with both U.S. & China
Malaysia will continue its approach in engaging both the U.S. and China. PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says the U.S. remains the largest source of foreign direct investment for the country.
Fri Jan 17 2025
Hamas set to release first hostages under Gaza ceasefire deal, Israel says
If successful, the ceasefire would halt fighting that has razed much of heavily urbanised Gaza, killed over 46,000 people.
Fri Jan 17 2025