Israeli minister denounces UN peacekeepers as fighting rages
Israel pushes its forces through the area in an attempt to wipe out Iran-backed Hezbollah and its military infrastructure.
Mon Oct 14 2024
Israel publishes plan for new West Bank settlement as regional tensions simmer
No anti-Israel or anti-Zionist decision will stop the development of the settlement, said an Israeli minister.
Thu Aug 15 2024
Israeli minister says Netanyahu 'failing,' calls for elections
An observer in the war cabinet said Benjamin Netanyahu had failed on security and the economy, calls for elections by year's end.
Thu May 30 2024
Malaysia rejects statement that it may join Abraham Accords
Malaysia categorically rejects a statement that claimed it may join the Abraham Accords and normalise relations with Israel.
Wed Oct 20 2021
Renewed violence over Gaza despite ceasefire moves gaining momentum
An Israeli minister said Israel would halt its offensive only when it had achieved its goals.
Thu May 20 2021
Israeli minister expresses concern over U.S.-Saudi arms deal
"This is a matter that really should trouble us," said Israeli Energy Minister Yuval Steinitz, although Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made no mention of the deal in his customary public remarks.
Sun May 21 2017
Israel easing some restrictions on Palestinians
Israeli minister of international relations Yuval Steinitz said that 5,000 new work permits were being issued for Palestinians to work in Israel.
Thu Sep 26 2013
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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