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The article shares the stories of several people who have been killed since the start of the war between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas. Topics discussed include the estimated number of people who have been killed during Israel's strike and invasion of Gaza, residents' support or opposition of the regime of Hamas in Gaza, and the life stories of some of the casualties including seven-year-old boy Yousef Abu Moussa, Islamic scholar Youssef Salama and mother Faida Al-Krunz.

The article reports on the journey to a new life and recovery of the family of Ibrahim and Pinar Karapirli who lost two children from the 7.8 -magnitude earthquake that struck Turkey on February 6, 2023. Topics discussed include the collapse of the Karapirli family's home during the earthquake which resulted to Pinar losing one arm, the rescue of the couple and their twins but their older sons did not survive, and the government's launch of a program to help survivors rebuild their lives.

The article focuses on the investigation into the collapse of the Renaissance Residence, a residential building in Turkey, during an earthquake.

The article reports on the worsening high temperature around the world and the possible solutions to address the issue. Also cited are the forecast by researchers that almost 50% of places could experience dangerous levels of heat for at least a month by 2050 and the alleged health effects of high temperatures like diabetes, severe dehydration, and kidney stones.

The article reports on the move by Gazan laborer Amin Abed and his neighbors to gather a plant known as khobeza to sustain themselves as the shops had closed and the markets had emptied and fighting prevented supplies from reaching them. United Nations officials have warned that the amount of food entering Gaza cannot feed its people, pushing Gazans toward catastrophic hunger. Moshe Basson of the Eucalyptus restaurant said he had seen a video on social media showing Gazans eating weeds.

The article reports on the alleged friendship between Turkish fisherman Adem Yilmaz and a stork nicknamed Yaren. Also cited are how the stork repeatedly boarded Yilmaz's boat to eat fish, how the local news media covered the stork's return to the village and Yilmaz's boat for 13 straight years as of March 2024, and how the friendship resulted in a children's book and a documentary film.

The article portrays the dire situation in Rafah, Gaza, where over a million Palestinians sought refuge from war, facing scarcity of essentials, overcrowding, and imminent threats from Israeli military actions, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis and endangering civilian lives.

The article focuses on escalating violence and tensions between Turkish locals and Syrian refugees in several Turkish cities, alongside confrontations between Syrians and Turkish soldiers in northern Syria, highlighting strained coexistence and resentment.

The article focuses on how extreme heat in the Gulf region threatens the ambitious plans of wealthy petrostates like Saudi Arabia and others, impacting their efforts to diversify economies, attract tourism, and host major events due to the challenges posed by climate change.

The article outlines Israeli settlers' aggressive land grabs in the West Bank amidst the Gaza conflict, exemplified by a gate dividing Palestinian and Israeli communities, with over 37,000 acres seized since the war's onset.

The article reports on the search and rescue operations in Turkey and Syria to find survivors following the 7.8 earthquake that struck the countries. It offers an overview of death toll and damage caused by the quake and the desperation of family members in digging for survivors. It shows the difficulty facing the Syrian and Turkish population who are in poverty, as well as the struggle of residents to find food and wood to light firms to warm their families.

The article reports on the challenges facing rescue workers digging through rubble to find survivors of the 2023 earthquake that hit Turkey and Syria. Topics discussed include estimated number of people reported dead, remarks from Turkish Vice President Fuat Oktay and President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, and concerns raised by President Erdogan's declaration of a state of emergency.

The article reports on the assassination of Saleh al-Arouri, senior leader and tactician of the militant group Hamas, in Beirut, Lebanon that is viewed to weaken the organization and impact its military rebuilding efforts. It suggests the internationalization of Israel's war against Hamas and the limited operation of Hamas in Lebanon. It considers the agility of Hamas and the hierarchy within the group, as well as the support of Turkey and Iran on Hamas.

The article reports on the explosion in a suburb of Beirut, Lebanin that killed Saleh al-Arouri, a leader of the militant group Hamas, and two commanders from its armed wing, the Qassam Brigades. It presents claims of officials in Lebanon, the U.S. and Iran ascribing the explosion to Israel. Background information is provided on the role of al-Arouri in the relationships of Hamas with its regional allies and in increasing the group's military capabilities.

The article reports that senior Hamas leaders managed to evade the campaign launched by Israeli military forces to hunt them in the midst of the 2023 Israel-Hamas war in the Gaza region. Topics discussed include the bounty being promised to individuals that can provide information about the whereabouts of Hamas leaders such as Yahya Sinwar and Rafi Salameh, the significant role of Sinwar in the plotting of the war, and the immediate cease-fire called by the United Nations (UN) General Assembly.

The article reports on three hostages, unarmed and bearing a makeshift white flag, who were mistakenly killed by Israeli troops in Gaza. An investigation revealed violation by the Israeli forces of the rules of engagement and open fire regulations. It presents call to the Israeili government for a pause in the fighting to allow the release of captives and raises concern about the disruption of shipping lanes in the Red Sea, where the Houthi militia have been staging drone and missile assaults.

The article reports on the thousands of Palestinians fleeing from Israel's siege of Gaza and military campaign against the militant group Hamas and their fear of potential mass displacement into Sinai Peninsula in Egypt. It informs the overcrowding and deteriorating conditions at the border area between Gaza and Egypt. It raises the concern of Egypt about economic damage due to the influx of refugees and informs its building of sand barriers and stationing of military vehicles at the border.

The article reports on updates in the Israel-Hamas war, particularly the worries over the safety of civilians in Gaza, Palestine as the Israeli military advances in the area. Also cited are the bombardment by the Israelis of the Nasser Hospital, one of the civilian shelters, and the comment of Israel's Major General Yaron Finkelman on the development.

The article reports that the Israeli military has resumed its attacks in the Gaza following a brief ceasefire with the Palestinian Sunni Islamist organization Hamas. Topics discussed include the exchange of hostages during the ceasefire, the aims of Israel to free hostages, eliminate Hamas and ensure that Gaza will not again pose a threat to Israel, and air strikes and ground invasion launched by Israel.

The article reports on the series of pauses being sought by mediators to ensure longer-term cease-fire that would eventually end the war between Israel and militant organization Hamas in the Gaza Strip. Topics discussed include the estimated number of hostages released by Hamas during the cease-fire, the response of Israel to the surprise attack launched by Hamas on October 7, 2023, and the obstacles to the international efforts to secure a longer-term truce.

The article reports on updates in the war between Israel and Hamas, particularly how the decision by both sides to extend their brief ceasefire is creating both benefits and pressure for Israel in re-starting the war and sustain its invasion of the Gaza Strip. Also cited are the expected pressure faced by Israeli leaders from their constituents to resume the war and secure the release of Israeli hostages, and the move by Hamas to release more hostages.

The article focuses on the goal of leaders of the militant group Hamas for a permanent state of war in Israel to restore focus on the Palestinian issue of the Israeli occupation of the West Bank back on the negotiating table. It informs about the designation of Yahya Sinwar, who had spent 20 years in Israeli prisons, as Hamas leader in Gaza. It cites the objective of the Hamas strike in Israel to take as many Israeli soldiers captive as possible for use in prisoner swap.

The article focuses on families seeking accountability for the collapse of an apartment complex during a powerful earthquake in southern Turkey, highlighting their emotional pleas and frustration towards those responsible for the building's construction and oversight.

The article focuses on the surprising victories of the opposition in local elections across Turkey, marking a significant setback for President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's ruling party and potentially serving as a check on his power, while providing rising opposition figures.

The article informs about the Istanbul mayor's significant re-election win against President Erdogan's ruling party, solidifying the mayor's position as a prominent figure in the opposition and potential presidential contender. Topics include the impact on Turkey's political landscape, the opposition's morale boost, and the implications for future elections.

The article offers information on the situation in the cramped southern border city of Rafah, where residents are scrambling to evade bombardment and prepare to flee an expected Israeli ground offensive.

The article focuses on the aftermath of a devastating earthquake in southern Turkey, one year later. Topics discussed include the slow progress of rebuilding efforts, legal proceedings against those responsible for faulty construction, and the ongoing struggles of survivors dealing with grief and displacement.

The article announces the resignation of Hafize Gaye Erkan as Central Bank governor of Turkey.

The article reports on updates in the Israel-Hamas war, particularly the launching of protests in various Arab and Muslim countries against the intensifying bombardment by Israel of targets in Gaza, Palestine. According to University of London's Lina Khatib, Arab leaders have failed to support the Palestinians in the past that led to Hamas' attack against Israel. The United Nations also claimed that the conflict displaced around 50% of Gaza's over two million population.

The article reports on the ancient city of Antakya, Turkey that was damaged during the earthquake that struck the country on February 8, 2023 and awaits a promised reconstruction from the Turkish government. It describes the conditions and life in the city after the disaster that include damaged homes, people still displaced and receiving government aid, Syrian refugees in makeshift tents, buildings scheduled for demolition and factory owners having difficulty finding workers,

The article focuses on Sweden's decision to join NATO, following Turkey's Parliament's approval, amid the ongoing war in Ukraine that continues to reshape the military alliance, bringing renewed attention to NATO's eastward expansion and its role in the conflict.

The article reports on the move by the Turkish Parliament to vote in favor of allowing Sweden to become a member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), with Hungary the only remaining holdout member country needing approval.

The article offers information on Turkey's parliamentary approval of Sweden's bid to join NATO, bringing Sweden one step closer to membership.

The article discusses a new U.N. Security Council resolution aimed at increasing aid delivery to the Gaza Strip but warns that it may not effectively address the humanitarian crisis as it doesn't demand a full halt to the ongoing fighting. The resolution directs the appointment of a special coordinator for aid to Gaza and the establishment of a mechanism to expedite the delivery of essential supplies but does not mandate a ceasefire.

The article focuses on the main reason that Israel's heavy bombardment of Gaza has not pushed hundreds of thousands of Palestinians into Egypt, emphasizing Egypt's heavily fortified border and its determined closure, despite increasing pressure.

The article highlights how Hamas is gaining benefits during the ongoing war in Gaza despite the devastating impact on the population. Although Israel has failed to eliminate Hamas's leaders or free the remaining hostages, Hamas has succeeded in forcing concessions from Israel.

The article discusses the release of 15 Arab Israeli women among 240 prisoners as part of a deal between Israel and Hamas, highlighting concerns about their safety and potential social stigma due to their association with the released group.

The article reports on the release of 12 more hostages by Hamas as negotiations for a broader prisoner exchange continue between Israel, Egypt, and the U.S. in Qatar, including over 60 hostages have been freed since a ceasefire agreement on October 7, 2023.

The article focuses on the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), stating that over 100 staff members, including teachers, school principals, warehouse workers, engineers, and a software developer, have been killed in five weeks of heavy Israeli bombing in Gaza.

The article focuses on Lebanon political party Hezbollah's leader, Hassan Nasrallah, stating that the group does not seek to expand the conflict in the Middle East by launching a full-scale war against Israel at this time. It mentions the Hezbollah's objectives of exchanging fire with Israeli forces along the Lebanon-Israel border and the group's desire to avoid igniting a broader war, aligning with assessments that both Hezbollah and Israel are calibrating their actions to prevent escalation.

The article discusses about Hezbollah's hesitation to get involved in a full-scale war with Israel despite its history as a resistance movement supporting the Palestinian cause. Topic include It highlights the complex role Hezbollah plays in Lebanon and the region and the challenges it faces in balancing its credibility as a defender of Palestinians with domestic and regional factors affecting its decision-making.

The article talks about how the former censure by people in politics and sports of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has turned to handshakes and acceptance as the future of Saudi Arabia. Cited are the influence that the kingdom's wealth have on the prince's rise to power, how the planned partnership between the PGA Tour and Saudi-backed league LIV Golf would make him become one of the most powerful figures and give Saudi another platform to reshape its international image.

The article reports on the re-election of Turrkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan that heightened fear of homophobia in the country. It shows President Erdogan's opposition and attack on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) people. It raises concerns of LGBTQ people about discrimination , restriction of LGBTQ activities, crack down on gay rights activities, difficulty of finding jobs, housing, proper medication and care, as well as violence and hate crime.

The article reports on the victory of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in the 2023 presidential election. It shows indications of President Erdogan' direction in domestic affairs and foreign policy, including his condemnation of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, diplomatic relations with the U.S., regional ties with Israel, Egypt and the United Arab Emirates, expansion of Islam in public life, and restriction of freedom of expression and assembly.

The article reports on updates in the 2023 presidential election in Turkey, particularly the scheduled May 28 runoff after reelectionist President Recep Tayyip Erdogan failed to secure a majority vote. According to pollster Mehmet Ali, the election still favors Erdogan. Also cited are Erdogan's challenges Kemal Kilicdaroglu and Sinan Ogan.

The article reports that Turkey's presidential election appeared to be headed for a runoff on May 14, 2023 after incumbent Recep Tayyip Erdogan failed to win a majority of the vote at 49.4% while opposition leader Kemal Kilicdaroglu had 44.8%. Topics covered include how the outcome of the vote may reshape Turkey's political landscape, the competing claims by both sides of victory, and a decline in the standing of Erdogan among voters.

The article reports on the 2023 election facing Turkish President Recept Tayyip Erdogan against the main challenger, Kemal Kilicdaroglu. It discusses the political ambiguity of Turkey as reflected in its neither democratic nor autocratic government and foreign policy. It offers a look at Erdogan's political position including his consolidation of power, influence on the news media, and attack on the opposition.

The article reports on the emergence of amphetamine drug called captagon run by associates and relatives of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. Topics mentioned include production and distribution of the drug under the supervision of the Fourth Armored Division of Syrian Army, the estimated number of captagon pills seized across the globe in 2021, and thoughts from U.S. special envoy for Syria Joel Rayburn on the idea of going to the Syrian government to ask about cooperation.

The article reports on the historic economic collapse in Lebanon as of August 2021 following devastating events like the 15-year civil war. Topics include the sharp devaluation of the Lebanese pound, the sharp rise of annual inflation rate, and the protests over the government's failure to determine the cause of the explosion at the port of Beirut in 2020.

An excerpt from the book "MBS: The Rise of Power of Mohammed bin Salman," by Ben Hubbard is presented.