'Very isolating': Israel's anti-war minority bucks national mood
Jerusalem (AFP) Mar 9, 2026
As Israel's national consciousness rallies behind the country's second offensive against Iran in under a year, a small group of anti-war activists equipped with posters and loudspeakers have mobilised to voice dissent. ... more
War in the Middle East: latest developments
Paris, France (AFP) Mar 9, 2026
Here are the latest events in the Middle East war on Monday: ... more
Lebanon president accuses Hezbollah of working to 'collapse' state
Beirut, Lebanon (AFP) Mar 9, 2026
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Monday accused Hezbollah of working to 'collapse' the state and expressed Beirut's readiness for 'direct negotiations' with Israel, drawing the backing of his Syrian counterpart for his goal of disarming the Iran-backed group. ... more