Iran and US have held talks on sidelines of UN summit, says Donald Trump Senior Iranian official indicates willingness to reopen strait of Hormuz if US takes steps to ease pressure on Tehran The Guardian - UK · Sep 22
Priests, nuns march to Vatican to demand end to 'genocide' in Gaza Some 150 Catholic priests and friars, a bishop and nuns from around the world have marched to the Vatican to call for an end to what they called the “genocide” in Gaza The Independent UK · Sep 22
Iran, AI and the ICC: Trump makes threats, touts policies at UN General Assembly US President Donald Trump launched a full-throated defence of the deeply unpopular US-Israeli war against Iran before the UN General Assembly on Tuesday, claiming that Washington would reach a deal with Tehran after the upcoming US midterm elections. Trump also rejected the idea of global regulation of artificial intelligence, said… France 24 · Sep 22
Caledonian Sleeper under fire over contracts with Israeli settlement-linked firm THE Scottish Government is being urged to tear up contracts between the Caledonian Sleeper and a Spanish train firm blacklisted by the UN over… The National (Scotland) · Sep 22
Fake passport images claim Zelenskyy and family chose Israel as homeland A photo amassing thousands of views on social media allegedly shows a scan of Zelenskyy's passport, with Israel as his homeland. Not only are the allegations false, but they've been doing the rounds since 2023. Euronews · Sep 22
When Each Middle Eastern Leader Speaks at the 2026 UN General Assembly: Iran's President To Address the World Iran's president, Netanyahu and a video-linked Abbas all take the UN podium this week. See the Middle East speaking schedule and what changed. Latin Times · Sep 22
British banks warned not to invest in planned Israeli settlement before UK trade ban begins MPs send out letter as Israeli government seeks bids for construction of large E1 settlement in West Bank The Guardian - UK · Sep 22
'I'm going to tell the truth': Netanyahu hits back at Mamdani ahead of UN speech Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to deliver a significant address at the United Nations General Assembly. In his speech, he intends to staunchly defend military operations conducted by Israel while also targeting New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Netanyahu has accused Mamdani of endorsing Hamas and fostering anti-Jewish… The Times of India · Sep 22
Biden's Team Wanted War in the Middle East Without Owning It Crossing the Red Line peels back the curtain on the bureaucratic machinery behind U.S. involvement in Gaza and beyond. Reason · Sep 22
Head of Spain's RTVE backs ongoing Eurovision boycott over Israel's participation Spain withdrew from the 2026 contest in Austria, alongside the Netherlands, Iceland, Ireland and Slovenia, in protest against Israel’s participation. Euronews · Sep 22
In Michigan, Abdul El-Sayed’s candidacy has split the Jewish community The Democratic Senate nominee’s views on Israel and comments after a synagogue attack prompted a public debate among Jewish voters The Guardian - US · Sep 22
Nimesh Patel on stand-up, Palestine and politics: ‘The way that religion’s been weaponized is ugly’ The comedian went from being discovered by Chris Rock to making Saturday Night Live history. Now his new Netflix special, Buy the Dip, tackles timely topics with optimism The Guardian - US · Sep 22
Why are Republic of Ireland playing against Israel? The Republic of Ireland face a double-header against Israel in the Uefa Nations League, with their ‘home’ fixture taking place in Serbia amid calls to boycott the fixtures due to the conflict in Gaza The Independent UK · Sep 22
Israel fume over Ireland manager’s ‘genocide’ remarks ahead of Nations League clash IN FULL The Independent UK · Sep 22
The Independent UK · Sep 22 Israel accuse Ireland manager of ‘hypocrisy and stupidity’ over ‘genocide’ comments The Israel Football Association have reacted furiously after Heimir Hallgrimsson said the Republic of Ireland will be ‘playing against genocide’ ahead of the upcoming games between the two countries
The Economic Times · Sep 22 Trump to tout peace deals, defend Iran war in UN speech US President Donald Trump will address the United Nations on Tuesday. He is expected to highlight battlefield successes and peacemaking initiatives. The speech comes amid ongoing challenges from the Iran war and its consequences. Trump will also discuss efforts to expand the Abraham Accords with Israel. World leaders anticipate his…
The Guardian - US · Sep 21 Vermont man convicted of attempted murder of three Palestinian students James Eaton, 51, faces life in prison after jury rejects insanity defense rooted in claims he was acting on orders from US and Israeli intelligence
International Business Times UK · Sep 21 Israel's 'Yellow Line' Is Redrawing Gaza as Palestinians Are Pushed Into a Shrinking Zone The Yellow Line has moved deeper into Gaza as Israeli forces expand control, with satellite imagery showing demolished buildings and a growing population confined to smaller areas.
The Economic Times · Sep 21 Mecca Pact may meet same fate as Board of Peace, Abraham Accords Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has witnessed alarming fidayeen attacks, underscoring the dire internal security landscape of Pakistan. The government grapples with the dual challenge of safeguarding its own troops and depending on militias for security. Diplomatic initiatives aimed at reducing friction with Afghanistan have fallen flat. Meanwhile, a new defense alliance invites…
The National (Scotland) · Sep 21 Why should the BBC get to decide who has a say on Gaza? Should artists be allowed to take public positions on 'controversial' issues like Gaza?
The Guardian - US · Sep 21 Charges dropped against Stanford students over pro-Palestine protest Students faced prison terms and thousands of dollars in restitution over campus protest against Israel’s war on Gaza
The Independent UK · Sep 21 A flashlight and unseen settlers: Photographer conveys West Bank family's nightly watch in 1 photo Leo Correa began working in Israel for The Associated Press following the Oct. 7, 2023 Hamas attack and joined the staff the next year.
The National (Scotland) · Sep 21 John Swinney urged to probe £21m NHS contract linked to illegal Israeli settlement THE First Minister had been urged to investigate and end an ongoing NHS contract with a firm whose parent company is linked to illegal Israeli…
The National (Scotland) · Sep 21 Scotland's amputee team urged to boycott Israel match amid Gaza genocide SCOTLAND’S amputee football team has been urged not to play in a match against an Israeli side due to the genocide in Gaza ...
The Independent UK · Sep 21 Photos of divers exploring Tyre’s ancient ruins after the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire Divers explore ancient ruins beneath the Mediterranean off Tyre, Lebanon, as visitors return following a ceasefire in the Israel-Hezbollah conflict. Submerged walls and harbor structures reflect the city’s Phoenician and Roman past.