Belgian Climate Minister Zakia Khattabi faces criticism from NVA and liberals for not labeling Hamas as a terrorist organization. Major Western news agencies like AP, Reuters, AFP, and BBC also refrain from using the term 'terrorist' for Hamas, describing it instead as a political or militant group. These agencies justify their stance by emphasizing the importance of objective reporting and avoiding value-laden language. The article highlights the nuanced and cautious approach these media outlets take in their coverage of Hamas.

75 years ago, on October 29, 1948, the Israeli army committed a massacre in the Palestinian village of al-Dawayima, resulting in the deaths of hundreds of people. An Israeli soldier, S Kaplan, detailed the atrocities in a letter, describing the killing of men, women, and children, and the destruction of homes. The letter, however, was never published by the newspaper. Estimates of the death toll range from 200 to 1000. Following the massacre, the surviving villagers fled to the West Bank and Jordan. Years later, the Israeli village of Amatzya was established on part of the ruins of al-Dawayima.

Despite the Nord Stream explosion and sanctions against Russia, the EU has significantly increased its imports of Russian LNG, with 22 million cubic meters imported between January and July 2023 compared to 15 million in the same period in 2021. Shell and TotalEnergie continue to trade Russian LNG, with TotalEnergie being the largest non-Russian buyer. Spain and Belgium are now major importers of Russian LNG, with Spain taking 18% and Belgium 17% of total Russian sales in the first seven months of 2023. Global Witness reports highlight these trends.

The article examines the claim that Hamas aims to destroy Israel, tracing the evolution of Hamas's charter from its radical 1988 version to a more moderate 2017 version. The new charter recognizes Israel as a reality but not as a legitimate state, and shifts from advocating violence to a more diplomatic approach. The United States and European Union responded positively to the changes, while the Israeli government and some Arab states remained critical. The article highlights the complex international reactions and the ongoing challenges in the peace process.

A New York Times article, citing anonymous sources, reported that a pro-Ukraine anti-Putin group was behind the Nord Stream pipeline sabotage in the Baltic Sea in September 2022. German media investigations suggested the operation was carried out by a six-person team using a yacht rented from a Polish company owned by two Ukrainians. Ukrainian presidential advisor Mikhail Podolyak denied Ukraine's involvement. Seymour Hersh, an American investigative journalist, published an alternative theory accusing the White House, CIA, and Norwegian military of orchestrating the sabotage. The White House and Norway dismissed Hersh's claims as false. The article questions the credibility of these reports and the timing of their release, suggesting a possible shift in Western solidarity with Ukraine.

The article discusses the alleged sabotage of the Nord Stream gas pipelines in the Baltic Sea in September 2022, attributing the act to a pro-Ukrainian group based on anonymous sources cited by the New York Times. German media corroborate the findings, identifying a yacht used in the operation and linking it to Ukrainian nationals. The article also references Seymour Hersh's claims that the sabotage was orchestrated by the CIA and the U.S. Navy with Norwegian assistance, which both the U.S. and Norway deny. The piece questions the credibility of these reports and suggests potential geopolitical motives behind their timing, particularly in light of recent discussions between U.S. President Joe Biden and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.

The article discusses the historical and ongoing conflict between Israelis and Palestinians, starting from the Balfour Declaration and the UN's 1947 partition plan. It highlights the negative consequences of these actions, including displacement and violence against Palestinians. The text criticizes the role of the United Nations and various Israeli leaders, portraying them as responsible for the ongoing suffering of Palestinians. It also mentions the Oslo Accords and the current state of the West Bank and Gaza Strip, emphasizing the harsh living conditions and lack of autonomy for Palestinians. The article concludes with a call for resistance against the Israeli occupation.

In February 2021, a polar vortex caused a severe winter storm in Texas, highlighting the state's vulnerability to climate change. The extreme weather led to massive power outages, burst water pipes, and significant damage to homes and infrastructure. The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (Ercot) faced criticism for raising electricity prices during the crisis. The event exposed flaws in urban development models and the state's energy infrastructure, which had been previously warned about but largely ignored due to cost. The storm's impact extended to Mexico, which relies heavily on US natural gas imports. The article also discusses the broader implications of such natural disasters and the pandemic on Texas's economy, particularly the oil and gas industry, and the potential consequences for global energy markets.

The article discusses the challenges Joe Biden will face in restoring international relations damaged by Donald Trump, particularly the 2015 nuclear agreement with Iran. Tensions in the Persian Gulf have escalated, highlighted by the assassination of Iranian general Qassem Suleimani and nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh. Israel's history of targeted killings and its potential involvement in Fakhrizadeh's death are noted. The article suggests that the assassination may be intended to prevent Biden from re-entering the JCPOA. It also touches on the complexities of regional politics, Iran's economic struggles, and the potential for a new approach to Middle East policy under Biden's administration.

Syrian refugees in Turkey are denied recognized status and opportunities due to a 64-year-old rule. The Kurdi family, including the young boys Aylan and Galip who drowned and washed up on a Turkish beach, were victims of this policy. Their aunt Tima, a Canadian resident, failed to secure them asylum due to financial and bureaucratic hurdles. Turkey, a signatory of the 1951 UN Refugee Convention, does not extend its commitments to non-European refugees due to a geographical limitation. Consequently, many refugees are forced to seek security elsewhere, often facing legal obstacles and resorting to human smugglers.