The US ambassador to Israel is receiving special treatment, sparking debate. Urban renewal projects in Jerusalem are causing traffic chaos. A national urban renewal conference is set to take place in Jerusalem amidst other major events.

India and Pakistan are experiencing a dangerous escalation of violence, with missile strikes and civilian casualties raising fears of a potential nuclear confrontation.

Despite calls to ban Israel from Eurovision, EMMY is excited to represent Ireland at the upcoming competition. RTÉ has raised concerns but will not pull out of the event.

Former Israeli ambassador Michael Herzog highlighted the difficulties Israel faced during the Gaza conflict, including contrasting leadership styles of Biden and Trump, the Iran nuclear threat, and the issue of Hamas hostages. Herzog also criticized Israel's handling of humanitarian aid to Gaza and emphasized the importance of returning hostages before dealing with Hamas.

Qatar's international search and rescue group has begun the search for the remains of US hostages killed by ISIS in Syria. The mission aims to recover the bodies of two journalists and one aid worker.

Less than 0.001% of the deep ocean floor has been visually documented, raising concerns about our limited understanding of this vast ecosystem. Visual surveys are concentrated in a few regions, hindering global exploration efforts. Researchers emphasize the need to expand exploration and leverage new technologies for deep-sea research.

Southwick criticizes the government for not standing up against hate and extremism, leading many in the Jewish community to feel unsafe in Australia.

Arthur Leggett, a World War II veteran, was honoured with a military procession and service in Perth. He dedicated much of his life to highlighting the sacrifices of serving men and women, and was remembered as a hero by the Premier.

Families of Hamas-held hostages in Gaza worry about the well-being of their loved ones as uncertainty grows over the condition of the hostages. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu announces an expanded offensive in Gaza to rescue the hostages.

Former AP editor Dan Perry criticized Netanyahu's plan to escalate the war in Gaza and potentially occupy the enclave, stating that it would be costly and ineffective. Netanyahu's decision to consider occupying Gaza was seen as a move to appease the right wing and prolong his coalition's life.

Saudi Arabia is set to host a summit with the US in mid-May, with rumors circulating about a possible declaration on the State of Palestine. The announcement could have significant implications for the Middle East and the Abraham Accords.

Columbia University has suspended more than 65 students for their participation in a pro-Palestinian protest that resulted in the shutdown of the main campus library. The students will face consequences for violating rules and disrupting the academic community.