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Gaza: Rafah border crossing partially reopens
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Gaza: Israel reopens Rafah crossing for 'pilot' run
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Reports & Analysis
Gaza medical evacuees enter Egypt as Rafah crossing reopens
Gaza medical evacuees enter Egypt as Rafah crossing reopens
The border crossing between Gaza and Egypt was closed for nearly two years during the Israel-Hamas war.
Oman's frankincense, an ancient treasure today
Oman's frankincense, an ancient treasure today
Frankincense harvesting still shapes life in southern Oman, with a new focus on sustainability.
Hopes lift in Gaza as Israel set to reopen Rafah crossing
Hopes lift in Gaza as Israel set to reopen Rafah crossing
Ambulances waiting to evacuate sick and injured Palestinians and aid trucks are lining up at the Egypt–Gaza border.
How far will China go to back Iran if the US strikes?
How far will China go to back Iran if the US strikes?
Iran relies on China, but are their ties strong enough for Beijing to defend the Islamic Republic from a US attack?
Rafah crossing reopens under tight Israeli controls
Rafah crossing reopens under tight Israeli controls
At least 17,000 Gazans are urgently waiting for medical evacuations, says journalist Karim el-Gawhary.
Israeli strikes kill over 30 Palestinians despite ceasefire
Israeli strikes kill over 30 Palestinians despite ceasefire
A Gaza hospital reported six children among the dead, while witnesses said the strikes came without warning on Saturday.
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In the spotlight
Facing shut Rafah crossing, Gaza patients still can't leave
With Gaza's Rafah crossing closed, injured children like Rimas Abu Lehia are unable to leave for lifesaving treatment.
US-Iran tensions: Arab states and Israel navigate tightrope
Amid efforts to avert a Middle East war, Saudi Arabia, the Gulf states and Israel are prioritizing their own interests.
Iran: A mosaic state rife with internal conflicts
The regime has no answers to recurring protests, demands from minorities and deepening environmental crises.
German medical network helps Iran's injured protesters
In Germany, a network of medical staff of Iranian origin is offering remote support to injured demonstrators in Iran.
Iran protests: Exiled rapper begs for Donald Trump's help
Without outside help, Iran will not be able to rid itself of the regime, rapper Meraj Tehrani says.
Environmental crises add to Iran's mounting troubles
Iran's poor environmental planning exposes one of the government's most existential vulnerabilities.
