Middle East

Al Jazeera

February 16, 2026

Desperate Conditions in Gaza: Displaced Face Rats and Shells

In Gaza, displaced Palestinians endure hazardous living conditions amidst landfills, confronting rats, disease, and unexploded munitions.

#Gaza #displacement #humanitarian crisis

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BBC

February 16, 2026

BBC Returns to Tehran: Tensions High Amid Protests Aftermath

BBC's Lyse Doucet reports from Tehran post-crackdown, uncovering ongoing tensions and the raw pain in Iran after the protests.

#Iran #Tehran #Protests

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Al Jazeera

February 16, 2026

Israeli Police Clash with Ultra-Orthodox Over Military Enlistment

Tension escalates as Israeli police confront ultra-Orthodox men protesting military enlistment, exposing deep societal rifts.

#Israel #geopolitics #ultra-Orthodox

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BBC

February 16, 2026

Israel Pushes US for Maximum Pressure on Iran Amid Tensions

Israel's Netanyahu promotes US strikes on Iran, eyeing regime change amid rising tensions, amid reliance on Trump's support.

#Israel #Iran #Netanyahu

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The Guardian

February 16, 2026

Trump Boosts Naval Presence to Heighten Pressure on Iran

Trump deploys USS Gerald R Ford to Middle East to amplify pressure on Iran, joining USS Abraham Lincoln.

#Iran #Trump #Middle East

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BBC

February 15, 2026

Israel's Strategy for Iran: Can Trump Facilitate Change?

Netanyahu's aspirations for influencing Iran's regime hinge on Trump's potential return, emphasizing strategic alliances and geopolitical maneuvers.

#Israel #Iran #Netanyahu

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Al Jazeera

February 15, 2026

Trump and Netanyahu's Divergent Goals on Iran and Regional Strategy

Trump and Netanyahu collaborate on Iranian sanctions, but their ultimate goals diverge, raising tensions and speculations about Israel's strategic motives.

#Trump #Netanyahu #Iran

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Al Jazeera

February 15, 2026

Gunmen Incidents Force MSF to Cease Operations at Gaza Hospital

MSF halts operations at Gaza's Nasser Hospital due to security concerns, amid Israel's recent operational ban.

#Gaza #MSF #Nasser Hospital

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BBC

February 15, 2026

Iran Protests: Secret Medical Care for the Wounded to Avoid Arrest

In Iran, injured protesters are treated secretly by brave medics at home to evade arrest, highlighting tensions and courage.

#Iran #protests #medical care

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BBC

February 15, 2026

Key Figures on Trump's Gaza Peace Board Unveiled Amid Tensions

Meet the leaders pivotal to overseeing Gaza's reconstruction under Trump's peace plan, announced amidst geopolitical shifts.

#Gaza #Trump #Peace Plan

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Al Jazeera

February 15, 2026

US Retaliatory Strikes Hit ISIL Targets in Syria: Significant Impacts

US Operation Hawkeye decimates ISIL strongholds in Syria, impacting over 100 targets and neutralizing 50 fighters.

#US military #ISIL #Syria

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The New York Times

February 15, 2026

Trump's International Board of Peace Secures Major Funding

The US and UAE each pledged over $1 billion to Trump's initiative for Gaza, marking a new phase in international peace efforts.

#Middle East #Gaza #Trump

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