Former Labour chief Herzog sworn in as Israel's president
Herzog pledged to use the largely ceremonial role to try to heal deep divisions within Israeli society.
Thu Jul 08 2021
Analysis: As Gaza fighting ebbs, Israel's communities eye each other warily
At the end of it, two people were killed, an Arab who died after being shot by Jews and a Jewish man who died after Arabs threw rocks at him.
Thu May 27 2021
Explainer: Israel's Netanyahu faces legal trial and political tribulations
Netanyahu to be present for the prosecution's opening argument on three cases involving charges of bribery, fraud and breach of trust.
Mon Apr 05 2021
Israel bombs Gaza after warning Hamas it risks war
The latest exchange came as Israel warned Hamas it was risking "war" by failing to stop fire balloons being launched across the border.
Wed Aug 19 2020
White House expects no breakthroughs on Biden Mid-East trip
The White House played down suggestions that Vice President Joe Biden would launch a new peace initiative during a visit to Israel and the West Bank next week.
Sat Mar 05 2016
UN chief Ban to visit Gaza on Tuesday
Ban Ki-moon says the visit is to listen directly to the people of Gaza.
Sun Oct 12 2014
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