Gaza Death Toll Tops 52,000 as Israel Resumes Offensive; ICC Warrants Pending for Netanyahu

Gaza's Health Ministry reports 52,243 Palestinians killed since October 2023, including 51 deaths in the past 24 hours. Over 117,600 are injured, with countless others trapped under rubble. Israel's resumed March offensive broke January's ceasefire, claiming 2,151 more lives. The ICC seeks Netanyahu's arrest for war crimes, while the ICJ hears genocide charges.

Al-Abbas holy shrine affiliated Islamic center participate in Tunis International Book Fair

The Al-Ameed Association and the Islamic Center for Strategic Studies of the Department of Intellectual and Cultural Affairs participated in the Al-Abbas's (p) holy shrine for the second year, at the thirty-ninth edition of the Tunis International Book Fair, in a joint pavilion that included the two institutions.

Half a million newly displaced in Gaza as livable space shrinks under Israeli orders: UNRWA

UNRWA reports nearly 500,000 Gazans displaced in the past month by Israeli attacks, with displaced populations now confined to less than one-third of Gaza's territory under dire conditions. Over 51,400 Palestinians, mostly women and children, have been killed since October 2023. Israel faces ICC arrest warrants for leaders and an ICJ genocide case over its Gaza offensive.

Lithuania to recognize a Palestinian state: FM

Lithuania may recognize Palestine "at the right time," aligning with France's initiative, its FM said. While prioritizing ceasefire and hostage release, it awaits broader international consensus. France plans recognition by June and a peace conference with Saudi Arabia. Currently, 147 UN members recognize Palestine, as momentum grows for a two-state solution amid prolonged conflict.

Palestinian Islamic Jihad sends condolence messages to Iran over explosion in Shahid Rajaee Port

The Palestinian Islamic Jihad Movement issued a message expressing condolences over the explosion in Shahid Rajaee Port, in southern Iran.

Director of Al-Shifa Hospital: Gaza’s health crisis has reached unprecedented levels

Dr. Mohamed Abu Salmiya, director of Al-Shifa Hospital, has warned that the health sector in the Gaza Strip has sharply deteriorated due to the acute shortages of medicines and medical supplies resulting from the Israeli closure of border crossings.

Turkey's Support for Syrian Territorial Integrity / Silence on Israeli Occupation

Turkey's FM Fidan affirmed support for Syria's territorial integrity in Doha but took no action against Israel's occupation or crimes by Turkey-backed militants like HTS. This comes despite Turkey and Qatar being key players in Syria's war, training armed groups. Ankara's rhetoric contrasts with its decade-long involvement in Syria's conflict.

More than 169,000 martyrs, wounded in Gaza genocide

The Ministry of Health in Gaza announced that the death toll from the genocide being carried out by the Israeli occupation in the Gaza Strip has surged to more than 169,000 martyrs and wounded since October 7, 2023.

Imam Reza Cup: Intl. athletics tournament kicks off in Mashhad

The 4th edition of the prestigious Imam Reza International Athletics Tournament has commenced work at the state-of-the-art Imam Reza Stadium in Mashhad (northeast Iran), with 125 athletes representing nine nations, including India, Pakistan, Turkey, Armenia, and Afghanistan in attendance. Over two days, Iranian and foreign competitors will take part in 18 track and field events, showcasing excellence in athletic prowess.

Iran Ready to Share Achievements, Capabilities with Africa: Pezeshkian

The President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, stressed convergence and expanded cooperation with African countries, declaring Iran’s readiness to share its achievements in various fields with the African continent.

Israeli terrorist regime kills 32 children, 22 women every day in Gaza

Ismail al-Thawabta, Director General of the Government Media Office (GMO) in the Gaza Strip, revealed on Saturday shocking figures documenting the scale of genocide by the Israeli occupation forces (IOF) against Palestinian civilians since the onset of the war.

Abu Obeida: Our fighters pledged to remain steadfast until victory or martyrdom

The spokesperson for Al-Qassam Brigades, the armed wing of the Hamas Movement, Abu Obeida, stated that “our fighters continue to engage in heroic battles, executing meticulously planned ambushes and lying in wait for enemy forces, determined to inflict decisive casualties at the time, place, and method of their choosing.”

Gaza Nearing Total Collapse as Israel's Blockade Enters 53rd Day: UN Warns of Worst Humanitarian Crisis Since War Began

Gaza faces systemic collapse after 53 days of renewed Israeli blockade, with 2.1 million Palestinians enduring famine, medicine shortages, and contaminated water. The UN reports unprecedented crisis levels as Israel blocks aid despite 3,000 trucks waiting at the borders. Humanitarian groups accuse Israel of weaponizing starvation, with hospitals performing surgeries without anesthesia and 90% facing acute food insecurity.

UK Lawmakers Decry 'Open Prison' Conditions in West Bank, Demand Sanctions on Israel After Fact-Finding Mission

Two British MPs described the West Bank as an "open prison" after witnessing armed settler violence and systemic oppression during their fact-finding mission. One MP was detained by Israeli authorities upon arrival. They urged the UK to recognize Palestine and impose sanctions on Israel, citing 950+ Palestinian deaths in the West Bank since October and Gaza's "inhumane" blockade.

Sheikh Sabri calls for urgent action to stop Israel’s aggression on Al-Aqsa Mosque

The preacher of the blessed Al-Aqsa Mosque, Sheikh Ekrema Sabri, called on Friday for immediate and urgent action to stop the Israeli aggression against occupied Jerusalem and the blessed Al-Aqsa Mosque.

Israeli settlers escalate violence in West Bank, cutting water supplies, attacking Palestinians

Israeli settlers have cut off water supplies to a Palestinian Bedouin community, east of the occupied West Bank, amid escalating violence under the protection of Israeli soldiers.

Saudi leadership expresses solidarity after Bandar Abbas tragedy

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, offered his condolences to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian following the tragic explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas, Iran.

Bahraini calligrapher sparks global interest in Arabic calligraphy

A Bahraini calligrapher, Ibrahim Ubaid, has shared how his initiative of handwriting the Holy Quran sparked increased interest in Arabic calligraphy worldwide.

Iraqi forces eliminate senior ISIS leaders in latest crackdown

Iraqi security forces have announced the successful elimination of nine senior ISIS commanders during coordinated operations in early 2025.

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Muslim worshipper fatally stabbed in France in suspected Islamophobic attack

François Bayrou on Saturday denounced the attack, calling it an “Islamophobic atrocity”.

Russian President offers condolences to Supreme Leader over explosion in southern Iran

Russian President Vladimir Putin conveyed his heartfelt sympathies to Ayatollah Sayyed Ali Khamenei, Leader of the Islamic Revolution, following the devastating explosion in southern Iran.

Israel deploys AI technology in Gaza war sparking ethical concerns

Before the “Israeli” war on Gaza, "Israel" built a machine-learning algorithm — code-named “Lavender” — that could quickly sort data to hunt for low-level officials. It was trained on a database of confirmed Hamas members and meant to predict who else might be part of the group. Though the system’s predictions were imperfect, "Israel" used it at the start of the war in Gaza to help choose attack targets.

The 4th “Elites of the Shia Minbars” Conference Concluded in Karbala

Outstanding participants of the First “Safinat al-Najat Mourning Festival” were honored in the Holy city of Karbala near the Holy Shrine of Imam Hussein (a.s.).

70% of burn victims in Gaza are children, little chance of recovery: MSF

Doctors Without Borders (MSF) reports a growing number of burn victims in the Gaza Strip as a result of the ongoing Israeli genocidal war amid poor health care under the total siege on the territory.

HTS gunmen, allied militants kill over dozen members of Alawite religious community in Syria’s Homs

Gunmen affiliated with the ruling Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham-led regime and allied militants have shot and killed more than a dozen members of the Alawite religious community in Syria's central province of Homs, amid ongoing raids and summary executions following the downfall of Bashar al-Assad.