At Least 50 Killed In Israeli Strikes On Gaza

By BPN News Desk October 29, 2025

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Gaza’s Hamas-run civil defence agency said at least 50 people, including children, were killed in overnight Israeli airstrikes across the Strip. The strikes came just weeks after a fragile ceasefire deal, raising fears of renewed escalation. Over 200 others were reportedly injured in the

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Netanyahu Insists Israel Will Vet International Troops

By BPN News Desk October 27, 2025

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared on Sunday that Israel has the sovereign right to decide which foreign military forces are acceptable within its territory. Speaking at a cabinet meeting, he said: “We control our own security, and we have also made it clear regarding international forces that Israel will determine which forces are unacceptable […]

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Israel Launches Airstrikes in Rafah Amid Fragile Truce

By Arun D October 20, 2025

Israeli forces carried out airstrikes in the southern Gaza city of Rafah on Sunday. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said the strikes targeted tunnels and military infrastructure after its troops came under fire in the area. Ceasefire under strain The strikes occurred despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire that began earlier in October. Israel claimed Hamas militants […]

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Israel Plans Honor for Trump Sparks Debate

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2025

Israel’s government has announced its intention to present a high civilian honour to U.S. President Donald Trump, calling it recognition of “a new era in the Middle East.” Nature of the Award According to reports, the honour is among Israel’s top civilian awards. Trump has received various international honors over the years, including the U.S. […]

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Netanyahu Welcomes Trump’s Israel Visit

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2025

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump’s plan to visit Israel in the coming days. The visit is expected to include a historic speech before the Knesset, Israel’s parliament, pending formal arrangements. Trump Confirms Knesset Speech Possibility In an interview, Trump said he was “likely going to Israel soon” and confirmed […]

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Pakistani LPG Tanker Reportedly Hit by Drone in Yemen, Crew Safe

By BPN News Desk September 28, 2025

A liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tanker carrying 27 crew members, including 24 Pakistanis, two Sri Lankans, and one Nepali, reportedly came under attack by a drone strike on 17 September while docked at Ras al-Esa port in Yemen, an area under Houthi control. According to Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, the strike caused an explosion […]

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France Recognises Palestine, Macron Calls for Peace

By BPN News Desk September 23, 2025

On 22 September 2025, France officially recognised the State of Palestine during the United Nations General Assembly session. President Emmanuel Macron announced the step as part of France’s ongoing commitment to the Middle East peace process. What Macron Emphasised Macron said the recognition was meant to strengthen the path to a two-state solution. He underlined […]

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Summit at UN Pushes Support for Palestinian Statehood

By BPN News Desk September 22, 2025

A high-level summit co-hosted by France and Saudi Arabia opened at the United Nations, aiming to revive the long-stalled two-state solution for Israel and Palestine. Leaders attending the UN General Assembly are expected to announce formal recognition of a Palestinian state. Countries Recognising Palestine The United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Portugal have already

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Netanyahu Rejects Palestinian State After New Recognitions

By BPN News Desk September 22, 2025

On 21 September 2025, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia formally recognised a Palestinian state. The move was welcomed by many international observers as an attempt to revive the two-state solution amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Netanyahu’s Strong Reaction Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu strongly opposed the decision. He declared that there “will be

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Qatar Pursues International Criminal Court Action After Israeli Strike

By BPN News Desk September 18, 2025

Qatar’s chief negotiator, Mohammed Al-Khulaifi, met with International Criminal Court President Tomoko Akane in The Hague. The meeting comes as Qatar weighs legal action against Israel following a recent strike on its territory. Reason for Legal Action The strike, which targeted residences of Hamas political leaders based in Qatar, has been described by Doha as […]