6 stories for 2026-03-04 · Political repression, arbitrary detention & extrajudicial violence
The Palestinian Ministry of Waqf reports a dangerous and unprecedented escalation in attacks on the Al-Aqsa Mosque, describing the attacks and their effects. The ministry warned of attempts to prepare conditions for altering the mosque's Islamic identity.
Israeli forces conducted raids across dozens of towns, villages, and camps in the West Bank on Wednesday. Local sources reported that Israeli forces raided multiple locations, detained dozens of Palestinians, and closed entrances to some areas with military barricades and dirt barriers. Some homes were reportedly converted into military bases.
Israeli shipping company Zim announced that Israeli authorities are using container vessels to repatriate dozens of healthcare workers who were detained abroad following the outbreak of war.
Iran and Iraqi proxy forces are escalating attacks against Kurdish opposition groups operating in the Kurdistan Region, according to reports. The intensified campaign targets opposition organizations in the area.
A Lebanese official source confirmed to Asharq Al-Awsat that convoys have been launched from Lebanon toward Cyprus on Tuesday, noting that authorities are pursuing those who have deserted.
Three children have gone missing in Morocco, causing alarm among families in the region. The disappearances have sparked concern among local residents.