Presidents Xi, El-Sisi call for easing Gaza tensions
Beijing, Cairo vow to promote a just solution to Palestine issue.
Indonesia appeals to European countries for two-state solution
Indonesia and other members of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation appeal to European countries to push for a permanent ceasefire as well as to support Palestinian membership…
145 countries now recognise a Palestinian state
Norway, Spain and Ireland on Tuesday became the latest countries to recognise a state of Palestine, breaking with the long-held view of Western powers that Palestinians can only…
Indonesia supports International Court of Justice’s ruling against Israel
Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi meanwhile is in Brussels to intensify diplomacy with European countries for a permanent solution in Gaza.
Thai labour minister heading to Israel to check on Thais amid conflict
Labour ministry spokesman Phumiphat Mueanchan will ask the Israeli government and private agencies to ensure that Thai workers are working in safe zones, and accelerate wage…
Indonesia urges UN to resolve root cause of Israel-Palestine crisis
Speaking on the sidelines of the largest international water event, President Jokowi said he appreciated the historic progress made by UNGA members in giving additional rights and…
Bangkokians rise in solidarity with Palestine in Sunday protest
A group of Palestine supporters marched to the embassies of the UK, Germany, and the US in Bangkok on Sunday to protest against these countries’ alleged role in the ongoing…
Arab Summit focuses on Gaza cease-fire
The Manama meetings came as Palestinians marked the 76th anniversary of the Nakba on May 15. Meaning “catastrophe” in Arabic, the Nakba refers to the mass displacement and…
Israel presses on after UN vote calling for Palestinian membership
Israel ordered new evacuations in Gaza's southern city of Rafah on Saturday, forcing tens of thousands more to leave, as it prepared to expand military operations deeper into the…
UN General Assembly backs Palestinian bid for UN membership
The resolution was adopted with 143 votes in favor and nine against, including the US and Israel, while 25 countries abstained.