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Amnesty condemns death sentence for Iran academic

Human rights group Amnesty International said Tuesday that Iran's courts had "run roughshod over the rule of law" by confirming the death sentence of an academic accused of espionage during nuclear talks with world powers. Lawyers for Ahmadreza Djalali, an emergency medicine specialist...

Israel survey finds deep divisions, displeasure with leaders

 It's no secret that Israel is a deeply polarized nation, with its prime minister facing a slew of corruption allegations, the peace process at a standstill and the government moving to stifle critics. But a new survey released on Tuesday shows just how divided the country has...

Palestinian boy becomes symbol of Jerusalem protests

Palestinian teenager Fawzi al-Juneidi has become the symbol of ongoing protests against U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision last week to recognize Jerusalem as Israel’s capital.  Al-Juneidi, 16, was detained on Thursday during clashes in the West Bank city of Hebron...