Israel describes the city as a Hamas stronghold, but it is also one of the last places of refuge of hundreds of thousands of Palestinians already displaced in almost two years of war.

Eleven days ago, Israel assassinated a Pulitzer-prize-winning journalist, a young man who had suddenly become the face and voice of the desperate people of his homeland, Gaza.

The Israeli military has begun its onslaught on Gaza City, the last portion of Gaza that remains outside of Israeli military ...

Thailand is set to hear a major lese majeste verdict. Here’s what to know about the law that has ensnared hundreds ...

For decades, the state has raced to end its reliance on fossil fuels. But now its last two refineries are closing, forcing a policy about face.

Israel gave final approval Wednesday for a settlement project that would effectively split the occupied West Bank in two, ...

France, Britain, Canada, Australia, and Malta all say they are preparing to recognize a state of Palestine at the upcoming ...

Iran believes the moment for “effective” nuclear talks with the United States has not yet arrived, its top diplomat has said, adding that Tehran would not completely cut off cooperation with the ...

After a weekslong delay caused by Democratic lawmakers who fled the state in protest, the Republican-controlled Texas House is now poised to pass a new congressional map that aims to pad the GOP’s ...

U.N. counterterrorism experts warn that Islamic State extremists are exploiting instability in Africa and Syria and remain a significant threat in Afghanistan, Central Asia and Europe.

As the earliest stages of a massive assault on Gaza City take shape, Israel is calling up tens of thousands of reservists to take part in the impending military operation.

Bennett set NHL career highs in assists (26) and points (51) last season and had a career-best seven-game point streak (four goals, four assists) from Nov. 25 to Dec. 7. His 15 goals led the Stanley ...