Middle East Conflict News
LAST UPDATE: September 1, 2025
Post-war plan sees US administering Gaza for at least a decade: Washington Post
A post-war proposal envisions U.S. governance over Gaza for up to 10 years, including population relocation and redevelopment.
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This radical plan marks an unprecedented U.S. role in Middle East post-conflict reconstruction, raising sovereignty concerns.
Israel sends tanks deeper in Gaza City, more families flee
Israeli tanks advanced deeper into Gaza City, intensifying airstrikes and forcing further civilian displacement.
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The offensive exacerbates humanitarian distress and raises concerns about escalating civilian suffering.
Israel mulls West Bank annexation in response to moves to recognise Palestine
Israel’s security cabinet is considering annexing parts of the West Bank as a response to Western recognition of a Palestinian state.
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Such a move could escalate diplomatic tensions and further undermine the prospects for a two-state solution.
EU urges US to reconsider UN summit visa denial for Palestinians
The EU called on the U.S. to reverse its decision denying visas to Palestinian officials for the UN General Assembly.
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The appeal underscores EU concern over diplomatic fairness and adherence to UN host-nation obligations.
Iran’s Currency Slides After Europe Moves to Reimpose Sanctions
Europe’s decision to reimpose sanctions led Iran’s rial to weaken sharply on the parallel market.
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Renewed sanctions are intensifying economic pressure and destabilizing Iran’s currency in informal markets.
Yemen’s Huthis vow to intensify attacks on Israel after group’s PM killed
Following the killing of their Prime Minister, the Huthi group vowed to escalate attacks against Israel.
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The escalation signals worsening regional instability and heightened risks for Red Sea security.
Houthi rebels raid UN premises in Yemen, detain at least 11 people
Houthi fighters raided a UN compound in Yemen and detained at least 11 staff members.
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This undermines humanitarian operations and signals rising threats to international agencies.
