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On This Day: Fatah, Hamas factions form short-lived 'Palestinian Unity Government' to rule over PA

On June 2, 2014, Abbas forged a Hamas-Fatah unity government, sparking legal debates and political upheaval. The PA president dissolved the short-lived body in June 2015.

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas chairs the first meeting of the Palestinian unity government, June 2, 2014.
 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrives to the courtroom at the Distrcit court in Tel Aviv, before the start of his testimony in the trial against him, March 10, 2025.

KAN broadcast investigates pro-PM campaigns spreading fake news rhetoric around Netanyahu trial

Harry Styles performs on stage during his Together, Together Tour at Johan Cruijff Arena on May 16, 2026 in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Is Harry Styles's new concert tour indirectly fundraising for Hamas-linked charities?

US President Donald Trump delivers remarks in the Memorial Amphitheater during a Memorial Day event at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia, May 25, 2026.

Trump to have physical check-up amid ailment scrutiny in third visit to hospital during past year


Iran's Reza Pahlavi: Trump needs to act, end IRGC's genocide on Iranians

"This is a genocide in the making," and Iranian protesters need help to neutralize elements the regime has used to brutalize its own citizenry, Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi told Hugh Hewitt.

Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi following a speech in Washington, January 16, 2026; illustrative.

Italy's Alpine rescuers urge caution after avalanches kill 11 in seven days

With fresh snow accumulating on older and unstable layers, even the movement of a single skier can trigger an avalanche, the rescue service warned.

Avalanche control is seen before women's downhill training during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Tofane Alpine Skiing Centre, February 6, 2026

US athlete Lindsey Vonn crashes in Olympic downhill skiing

Vonn, 41, whose battle to reach the starting line despite her knee injury dominated the opening days of the Milan Cortina Olympics, saw her unlikely bid end in agony.

An image of Lindsey Vonn of United States crashing on the big screen during the women's downhill, in the 2026 Winter Olympics, at Tofane Alpine Skiing Centre, Belluno, Italy, February 8, 2026

Hundreds of Israelis march towards Gaza border, IDF deployed to prevent border crossing

Organizers said bereaved families, families of hostages, reservists, and war-wounded joined the march to express solidarity and press for a “security-first” approach to permanent Jewish presence.

Members of Nahala movement march toward Gaza Strip with saplings and Israeli flags, February 5, 2026.

Missile barrages and cyber operations: Iran outlines multi-front war plan against US - report

The concept echoes recent years of proxy warfare across Lebanon, Iraq, Syria, and the Red Sea, where Houthi maritime attacks disrupted shipping and drew international responses.

Soldiers march during a military parade to mark the Iran's annual Army Day in Tehran on April 18, 2025.

'They don't want us involved': Trump says Iran will negotiate because it fears war with US

Trump also addressed the negotiations on Wednesday, saying Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei "should be very worried" during a pre-recorded interview with NBC News.

US President Donald Trump prays during a group prayer during the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, DC, US, February 5, 2026.

UAE hosts American Jewish Committee on sidelines of World Governments Summit

Participants discussed ways to enhance security and stability in the Middle East through dialogue and de-escalation, the ministry said.

The United Arab Emirates’ Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with leaders of the American Jewish Committee, February 5, 2026.

'This job sucks': ICE attorney removed from role after slamming Minnesota crackdown in court

“Sometimes I wish you would just hold me in contempt, Your Honor, so that I can have a full 24 hours of sleep," Le said. 

CE agents depart the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building on February 4, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Russian cyborg pigeon drones begin real-world testing phases, sparking concern over military misuse

While the company insists its mission is purely to serve utilities, logistics, agriculture, and emergency response, the potential to adapt the technology for military use is hard to ignore.


Police seize guns, explosive device at Bedouin school amid Negev crackdown on illegal weapons

Police also seized M16 magazines and a hydraulic switch used as a breaching tool, suspected to have been stolen from the Fire and Rescue Service. 

Two handguns, an explosive device, ammunition, and magazines seized from a school compound in Lakiya, Feb 4, 2026.