Hamas denounces international silence after Gaza attack A young Palestinian girl was killed after Israeli warplanes bombed tents sheltering displaced families in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, according to Hamas

Congresswoman seeks vote on US backing of ethnic cleansing in Lebanon US Representative Rashida Tlaib said she will force another vote in Congress aimed at ending US involvement in what she described as Israels campaign of ethnic cleansing and territorial expansion in Lebanon

Violence continues in Gaza and West Bank, UN warns The situation in Gaza and the occupied West Bank remains "volatile" despite a US-brokered ceasefire agreed to in October, according to Ramiz Alakbarov, the UN's deputy special coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process and resident and humanitarian coordinator

When asked about whether Soon-Shiong's removal from the board was related to the review being undertaken at the organisation, CPJ told Middle East Eye in an emailed statement that her "five year board term ended in June 2026". Read more: CPJ board member removed as it undertakes review of journalists killed in Gaza The sister of Al Jazeera video journalist Ahmed Wishah, who was killed by an Israeli strike, mourns over his shrouded body at Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir el-Balah in the central Gaza Strip, on 21 June 2026 (Eyad Baba/AFP)

Ben Shapiro-backed 'propaganda' film portrays pro-Palestine 'terrorists' on campus Submitted by Hannah

Andy Burnham wants to be prime minister

Rats infest Gaza's camps, where sewage and tents full of waste spread disease as families live without sanitation.

The Israeli military said on Sunday that it had killed a Hamas naval police commander and two other operatives in a strike in central Gaza over the weekend.

The US Supreme Court cleared the way on Thursday for US President Donald Trump's administration to strip hundreds of thousands of Haitian and Syrian immigrants of a humanitarian status that protects them from deportation, giving another boost to his hardline approach to immigration.

A battle of narratives emerges as Mamdani-backed candidates sweep NYC primaries Submitted by Azad Essa on Thu, 06/25/2026 - 16:28 The primary wins in New York have been framed as a victory for the pro-Palestine movement, but some argue the movement is being absorbed by timid mainstream liberalism Diana Moreno, David Orkin, Samantha Kattan, Aber Kawas and NYC Congressional candidate Claire Valdez raise their hands during a primary-night watch party at 99 Scott Studio on 23 June 2026 in the East Williamsburg neighbourhood of the Brooklyn borough in New York City (Michael M

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israeli forces will maintain a presence in southern Lebanon, Syria and Gaza.

World Cup 2026: Bosnia advances to next round surrounded by 'Free Palestine' chants Submitted by MEE staff on Thu, 06/25/2026 - 19:38 Bosnia's World Cup run puts 'Free Palestine' chants back in the spotlight as fans hail Edin Dzeko's wartime story Bosnia and Herzegovina's supporters celebrate in the streets at the end of the World Cup 2026 football match against Qatar in Sarajevo on 24 June 2026 (Elvis BarukciAFP) Off Bosnia and Herzegovina's historic run to the Fifa World Cup knockout stage has reignited online attention not only for the team's performances, but also for the pro-Palestine chants that have followed Bosnian supporters throughout the tournament

US and Gulf states say Palestinians must not be forced out of Gaza The US and Gulf states have said Palestinians must not be forcibly displaced from Gaza, in a joint statement issued as Israel's genocide has devastated the enclave and displaced much of its population

Aipac rebuffed as Mamdani-backed candidates sweep NYC Democratic primaries Submitted by MEE staff on Wed, 06/24/2026 - 18:52 Victories by candidates aligned with the New York mayor have sparked celebration online Democratic congressional candidate Brad Lander takes the stage with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani after winning the 10th District Democratic primary in Brooklyn (Spencer Platt/Getty Images/AFP) Off New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdanis growing political machine passed its first major electoral test on Tuesday, as all three of his endorsed congressional candidates won closely watched Democratic primaries

Insulin and equipment shortages in Gaza pose fatal risks, leading to critical health complications.

Palestinians in Gaza struggle to find World Cup joy amid displacement, power outages, and memories of previous lives.

Former Labour leader revives bill on 'Britain's complicity in genocide' Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has reintroduced a bill calling for an independent public inquiry into what he described as "Britain's complicity in genocide" in Gaza

Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, Cardinal Pizzaballa visited Gaza in a show of solidarity with its Christian community.

Gazas surf community was nearly wiped out by Israels genocidal war

Israel is pushing humanitarian groups and rights defenders to scale down operations in occupied Palestinian territories.

How a New Jersey town has struggled to embrace Moroccos World Cup team Submitted by Azad Essa on Sat, 06/20/2026 - 17:32 Basking Ridge is hosting two giants of the game, but football fever has been slow to catch on its affluent 'bubble' Morocco's players at a training session during the 2026 World Cup at the Pingry School in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, on 11 June 2026 (Mauro Pimental/AFP) Off Until the World Cup began in mid-June, Caroline Corley had never watched a football match

At long last, Starmer is out

Palestinians in Gaza gathered to watch Spain's World Cup victory over Saudi Arabia.

Al Jazeera cameraman Ahmed Wishah dedicated his life to documenting life in Gaza before he was killed by Israel.

Gaza bids farewell to slain journalist Ahmed Wishah.

Morning update Good morning Middle East Eye readers, The United States and Iran have opened a new round of high-level talks in Switzerland aimed at implementing their interim agreement and preventing renewed regional escalation

Trump heads to Camp David as Iran talks stall US President Donald Trump will travel to Camp David this weekend, making only his second visit to the presidential retreat since returning to office last year

The demonstration was co-organised by the groups Jewish Anti-Zionist Action (JAZA), International Jewish Anti-Zionist Network (IJAN) and the Palestinian Youth Movement (PYM) to oppose the sale of land and properties, including illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, promoted at the event. In its statement, the Board of Deputies attempted to claim the event, which was hosted by the Edgware United Synagogue in northwest London, did not market any real estate over the Green Line - the 1949 armistice line separating Israel from the West Bank and the Gaza Strip

How the war on Iran will redefine the Middle East order Submitted by Ahmed Mawlana on Mon, 06/15/2026 - 16:29 The conflict has upended long-held beliefs about the US security umbrella, fuelling a broader regional realignment The foreign ministers of Egypt, Pakistan, Turkey and Saudi Arabia pose for a photo during a diplomacy forum in Antalya, Turkey, on 17 April 2026 (Turkish Foreign Ministry/AFP) On Far beyond military outcomes, some wars have the capacity to reshape the region

Morning update Good morning Middle East Eye readers, Israeli shelling was reported across southern Lebanon early on Friday, including in Tyre and Nabatieh, despitea recent agreement between the US and Iran, which categorically calls for a halt to fighting between Israel and Lebanon

World Cup matches offer residents of Gaza a brief escape from war, blackouts and life in tents.

Makerfield by-election: This may finally be the end for Starmer Submitted by Peter Oborne on Thu, 06/18/2026 - 16:38 If Labour candidate Andy Burnham is victorious, the party could begin a much-needed process of renewal Supporters hold placards promoting Andy Burnham in the Makerfield by-election campaign in northwest England, on 22 May 2026 (Paul Ellis/AFP) Off British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will have mixed feelings as he awaits the result of todays Makerfield by-election

Activist praises Algerias support for Gaza orphans following World Cup defeat

MEE correspondent Mohammed Amin, refused UK visa, wins One World Media Award Submitted by MEE staff on Wed, 06/17/2026 - 21:00 Reporter named as Journalist of the Year for his reports on the war in Sudan, including the bloody siege of el-Fasher Middle East Eye correspondent Mohammed Amin delivers his speech after winning the Journalist of the Year category at the One World Media Awards (MEE) Off Mohammed Amin has won One World Medias prestigious Journalist of the Year award for his reporting as a freelance correspondent for Middle East Eye from Sudan