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Jun 17 2026POLITICS

Hebron Shrine Control Shift Sparks New Tensions

Israel has taken over planning and building rights at a key Jewish‑Muslim shrine in Hebron from the Palestinian Authority. The move ends an agreement that had been in place since the 1990s. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announced that he approved the change on Monday night. The decision means Is

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Jun 17 2026POLITICS

Territory Shift and Losses in Gaza

Israeli forces have moved further into the Gaza Strip, taking control of more than sixty percent of the area and forcing families to leave their homes. In a recent strike near a residential block in Nuseirat refugee camp, two brothers were killed, bringing the total number of Palestinians dead from

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Jun 04 2026POLITICS

Israel Approves More Housing in West Bank: What It Means for Peace

Israel recently greenlit plans to build over 2, 000 new homes in three West Bank settlements, a move that’s stirring fresh debates about land disputes and future borders. The decision, led by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, aims to strengthen Israel’s presence in the territory, which most countri

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Jun 04 2026POLITICS

A closer look at Israel's latest West Bank housing plans

Israel’s government just approved plans to build over 2, 000 new homes in three West Bank settlements. These areas are under Israeli control but claimed by Palestinians for a future state. Most countries see these settlements as against international law, making peace talks harder. Finance Minister

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May 28 2026POLITICS

Southern Lebanon Faces New Evacuation Orders as Tensions Rise

Israel has now marked another large area in southern Lebanon as a combat zone, urging civilians living south of the Zahrani River to move north immediately. Residents in this roughly 2, 000 square kilometer stretch have been told to leave, with the military stating it will respond “with great force”

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May 27 2026TECHNOLOGY

Israel and Hezbollah face off as drone threats rise

Israel’s military tech companies are racing to stop a growing danger from drones. These cheap, explosive-laden flying machines have become a favorite of Hezbollah, the armed group based in Lebanon. Since April, these drones have targeted Israeli forces in southern Lebanon, making them hard to detect

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May 26 2026POLITICS

State lawmakers and suicide discussions online: what’s really being said?

State lawmakers in the U. S. are posting more often about their work online, and some of those posts touch on sensitive topics like suicide. Given how common suicide is as a cause of death here, these discussions could matter more than many realize. But what exactly are legislators saying about it?

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May 17 2026POLITICS

Hamas Leader Killed in Gaza Strike, Raising New Questions

Israel launched a targeted airstrike on Gaza City that resulted in the death of Izz al‑Din al‑Haddad, the chief of Hamas’ military wing. The attack came months after a U. S. -backed ceasefire that was meant to stop fighting, yet Israel has continued operations in the region. Haddad, who had led Hama

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May 17 2026POLITICS

Israel Plans New Defence Base on Former UN Refugee Site

Israel’s cabinet has green‑lit a new military complex on the grounds that once housed the United Nations Relief and Works Agency in East Jerusalem. The plan follows last year’s removal of UNRWA buildings after the Israeli government seized the area, a move that drew international criticism for breac

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May 16 2026OPINION

Youth Voices Unite: A Call to Action for Safety and Support

Staten Island faces a growing problem: more teens are getting involved in shootings, even though overall city violence is falling. This trend shows that young people are slipping into dangerous situations faster and with fewer safeguards than before. The Canvas Institute has seen the hidden struggl

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