Israel continues military operations in Gaza, targeting areas and dropping leaflets seeking hostages held by Hamas. The war has resulted in significant casualties among civilians. Iran blames Israel for an attack in Syria that killed senior advisers and a number of Syrian forces. The article also discusses the escalating tensions between the US and the Houthis in Yemen, as well as a public dispute between Simon Le Bon and a Treasury civil servant over construction next to their mansion in London.

Middle East Conflicts and Controversies