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How the war in the Middle East is upending Gaza's future
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04/18/2026
April 18, 2026
Iran war: Strait of Hormuz open amid Israel-Lebanon truce
04/17/2026
April 17, 2026
10-day ceasefire between Israel, Lebanon goes into effect
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Reports & Analysis
Displaced by Iran war: out of Lebanon, into Syrian crisis
Displaced by Iran war: out of Lebanon, into Syrian crisis
More than 227,000 people have fled conflict in Lebanon for Syria. But there they have found other problems.
Israel and Hezbollah hold fire in Lebanon: What comes next?
Israel and Hezbollah hold fire in Lebanon: What comes next?
The US-brokered 10-day truce has paused the violence between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon, at least for now.
Iran: Internet blackout highlights real toll of censorship
Iran: Internet blackout highlights real toll of censorship
Iran says the shutdown is needed for security, but many Iranians say it has led to an era of "digital apartheid."
People in Lebanon hope for 'real' ceasefire
People in Lebanon hope for 'real' ceasefire
Thousands of Lebanese have been returning to their homes in the south of the country.
Iran war: What does Tehran expect from fresh talks with US?
Iran war: What does Tehran expect from fresh talks with US?
Amid hopes of fresh talks between Iran and the US, experts say a breakthrough is possible, but far from certain.
Overshadowed by Iran, Gaza stuck between war and peace
Overshadowed by Iran, Gaza stuck between war and peace
The Gaza conflict has faded from international attention. Despite a ceasefire, efforts to end the conflict have stalled.
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In the spotlight
From Ukraine to the Middle East: Is this World War III?
As trade falters and major powers step in, the question seems unavoidable: are we sliding into World War III?
South Africa's case against Israel has 'changed' minds
South African Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola says that Israel's "aggression" against Palestinians is "heartbreaking."
Will the Iran war cause a global recession?
As the Iran war disrupts energy and trade, the IMF warns global growth could dip to near-recession levels.
Germany-Israel divide deepens after Merz criticism
Sharp criticism of Chancellor Merz's views on Israel's settlement policy is the latest sign of a growing estrangement.
Can Trump get a better Iran nuclear deal than Obama?
The 2015 deal curbed Iran's nuclear program until the US pulled out. After failed diplomacy and war, talks are back on.
Iran sees hundreds of thousands of jobs lost due to war
Weeks of war have wrecked Iran's industry, bringing many sectors to a standstill and hitting workers hard.