Israeli strike on Lebanese municipal building kills 16, including mayor
Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant says Israel would not halt its assault on Hezbollah to allow negotiations.
Thu Oct 17 2024
Israel claims to kill Hezbollah senior commander in Beirut strike
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant said the strike killed Fuad Shukr, who "has the blood of many Israelis on his hands.
Wed Jul 31 2024
US keeps pause on one bomb shipment to Israel while it is under review
Yoav Gallant warns that Israel could take Lebanon "back to the Stone Age" in war with Hezbollah but prefers the US-led diplomatic solution.
Thu Jun 27 2024
Israeli defence chief challenges Netanyahu over post-war Gaza plans
Israel Defence Minister Yoav Gallant vowed to oppose any long-term military rule by Israel over the ravaged Palestinian enclave.
Thu May 16 2024
Thousands rally, Israeli reservists step up protest against judicial change
About 161 of the corps' reserve officers with ranks ranging from major to brigadier-general, had vowed to no longer report for duty.
Wed Jul 19 2023
Netanyahu sacks defence minister, sparking mass protests
Tens of thousands take to streets to protest dismissal.
Mon Mar 27 2023
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024