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'Fantasies of a young Arab lover': The secret gay scene of Mandatory Palestine

Haaretz | 2026-05-16, 08:55

British officers, archaeologists and administrators who came to Palestine during the first half of the last century were drawn not only by its historical or religious past, but by fantasies of erotic freedom in the 'Orient' ...

Israel launches deadly air strikes on Gaza City apartment building

Virtual Jerusalem | 2026-05-16, 08:41

At least seven Palestinians were killed when Israeli air strikes hit a residential building and a vehicle in Gaza City.| Read More Al JazeeraBreaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera ...

Seven killed, dozens injured in Yemen-Saudi highway bus crash near Hadramawt

Gulf News | 2026-05-16, 08:38

Dubai: What should have been a joyful homecoming for dozens of Yemeni travellers turned to catastrophe on Friday evening after a horrific road collision claimed seven lives and injured many more on the international highway linking Saudi Arabia and Yemen.The

Trump faces a decision on whether to resume strikes on Iran

Oman Observer | 2026-05-16, 08:28

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump returned from China on Friday, facing major decisions on Iran, as his top aides have drafted plans for a return to military strikes if Trump dec ...

How Yemenis’ pockets became a lifeline for financing cross-border wars - feature

The Jerusalem Post | 2026-05-16, 07:53

As many middle-class families struggle to afford basic food, the telecommunications sector has become a major financial channel for funding the Houthis’ war effort. ...

Israel, Lebanon extending ceasefire, US says, despite new Israeli strikes

France24 | 2026-05-16, 07:48

Israel and Lebanon agreed to extend a ceasefire and hold

Middle East war live: Israel, Lebanon extend shaky ceasefire

France24 | 2026-05-16, 06:57

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend a ceasefire,

A Counterterrorism Strategy Disconnected from the Terrorist Landscape

The Washington Institute | 2026-05-16, 05:30

In focusing on cartels and gangs in the Western Hemisphere as well as left-wing extremists, the administration's “radical shift” elides certain threats from the Middle East along with the political right, while appearing to write off diplomacy and

Revealed: Scared Arabs backed away, refused to join UAE's war on Iran as IRGC bombed ...

Hindustan Times | 2026-05-16, 05:21

A shocking new report has revealed that the UAE allegedly pushed Gulf nations to join a joint

Israel, Lebanon Extend Ceasefire by 45 Days as Washington Talks Conclude

The Algemeiner | 2026-05-16, 04:41

Smoke rises following explosions in southern Lebanon, near the Israel-Lebanon border, as seen from northern Israel, April 27, 2026. Photo: REUTERS/Shir Torem Israel and Lebanon agreed to a 45-day extension of a ceasefire that has tamped down the conflict

Israel and Lebanon agree to extend ceasefire by 45 days

CyprusMail | 2026-05-16, 04:35

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 45-day extension of a ceasefire that President Donald Trump declared on April 16, the US State Department said on Friday.

Sudanese army announces its control over Khor Hassan area in Blue Nil state

Anadolu Agency | 2026-05-16, 04:23

The Sudanese army announced Friday that its forces seized control of the Khor Hassan area in Blue Nile state from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). In a statement, the army confirmed the "liberation of Khor Hassan

Hezbollah reports 33 attacks on Israeli forces in south Lebanon

Anadolu Agency | 2026-05-16, 04:23

Hezbollah said Friday that it had carried out 33 attacks targeting Israeli forces, military positions, and vehicles in southern Lebanon over the past 24 hours. The group said the attacks were carried out in response to continued

UAE says it needs no protection from outside, vows to defend sovereignty

Anadolu Agency | 2026-05-16, 04:23

The United Arab Emirates said Friday that it does not seek protection from any party and is capable of deterring aggression, while reaffirming its right to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity. The remarks were made by Minister of State Khalifa

Israeli army declares 2 northern areas closed military zone due to ‘security situation’

Anadolu Agency | 2026-05-16, 04:23

The Israeli army announced Friday that it declared the northern areas of Rosh Hanikra and Achziv a closed military zone, citing a “security situation.” The army said in a

Syria arrests Assad-era deputy chief of staff, air force commander

Anadolu Agency | 2026-05-16, 04:23

Syria on Friday announced the arrest of two Assad-era officials: a former deputy chief of staff and a former air force commander. “The

Lebanese premier seeks Arab, international support in 'difficult' talks with Israel

Anadolu Agency | 2026-05-16, 04:23

Lebanese Premier Nawaf Salam requested Arab and international support on Friday for his country in "difficult" negotiations with Israel, according to the state news agency NNA. Salam's remarks came during a ceremony held by the Al-Maqasid Association to honor

7 killed, several injured in fresh Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon

Anadolu Agency | 2026-05-16, 04:23

Seven people were killed and several others injured on Friday in fresh Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon, according to the National News Agency (NNA). The agency said an Israeli drone carried out a two-wave strike targeting a vehicle near the Husseiniya club in

8 Palestinians killed, dozens injured in Israeli strikes on Gaza City despite ceasefire

Anadolu Agency | 2026-05-16, 04:23

Eight Palestinians were killed and more than 45 injured Friday in two Israeli airstrikes that targeted a residential building and a civilian vehicle in Gaza City, according to medical sources. Medical sources told Anadolu that the victims, including women,

Iran war live: Lebanon, Israel extend truce; Tehran ready for more US talks

Virtual Jerusalem | 2026-05-16, 04:15

Lebanon’s Ministry of Health said Israeli attacks have killed 2,951 people since March 2, with at least 8,988 wounded.| Read More Al JazeeraBreaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera ...

Iran giving mixed signals on deals, US open to 20 year halt to enrichment deal, ...

The Jerusalem Post | 2026-05-16, 03:01

“We really had the confines of a deal.every time they make a deal, the next day it’s like we didn’t have that conversation,” Trump said. ...

Lebanon seeks Arab, international backing in talks with Israel

Daily Sabah | 2026-05-16, 00:56

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam called Friday for Arab and international support as Beirut engages in what he described as difficult negotiations with Israel, according to the ...

China a winner in Mideast War

The Star | 2026-05-16, 00:08

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian