Middle East - Page 50

December 6

Afghan watchdog: US taxpayer-funded weapons left behind have formed 'core of the Taliban security apparatus'

The final report from a government watchdog tasked with overseeing Afghanistan reconstruction efforts reveals the impact of weapons and equipment left behind.

December 6

Ancient silver cup may show world's oldest cosmic creation scene, researcher says: 'Chaos prevailed'

A study says the Ain Samiya goblet, found in 1970, depicts a moment of cosmic creation, challenging previous scholarly interpretations. It's the oldest-known cup of its kind.

December 5

Iran fires ballistic and cruise missiles at simulated targets near Persian Gulf

Iran's Revolutionary Guards Navy is conducting military drills near the Persian Gulf involving ballistic and cruise missile launches, according to reports.

December 4

Powerful Israel-backed clan leader who fought Hamas murdered in Gaza

Gaza militia leader Yasser Abu Shabab died from injuries sustained in a clan confrontation while working to distribute aid and fight Hamas in Rafah.

December 4

1 hostage remains with Hamas after latest body is ID'd

Israeli authorities confirm Thai worker Sudthisak Rinthalak's remains were returned, leaving Ran Gvili as the last hostage alive or dead in Gaza.

December 3

Israel receives coffin believed to contain one of two remaining deceased hostages' bodies

Israel receives coffin possibly containing the remains of one of the last two deceased hostages in Gaza, Ran Gvili or Sudthisak Rinthalak.

December 3

Israeli mother appeals to Trump administration and mediators to bring home final two Gaza hostages

Deceased policeman Ran Gvili saved dozens at the Nova Festival before being kidnapped and taken to Gaza by Hamas. His mother makes an emotional plea to bring the last two hostages home to Israel.

December 2

‘Missiles detonating mere feet' away: Air Force F-16 commander earns rare Silver Star for Middle East mission

Air Force F-16 commander Lt. Col. William Parks received a Silver Star for a heroic combat mission, dodging enemy missiles while saving wingmen's lives.

December 2

Reporter’s Notebook: On the papal plane and beyond — covering Pope Leo XIV’s first foreign trip

American-born Pope Leo's first foreign trip ends in Lebanon with emotional plea for hope as locals ask Vatican not to forget their struggling nation.

December 2

Gaza militia leader forms rival force against Hamas, warns terrorists are regrouping amid ceasefire

Gaza militias emerge as Hamas regroups during ceasefire, with Palestinian fighters forming new forces to challenge the group's control in the territory.