GAZA WAR
Israel evacuation orders halt UN aid operations in Gaza
The evacuation order came as the UN prepares to begin on Saturday a campaign to vaccinate an estimated 640,000 children in Gaza, where the World Health Organization (WHO) said a 10-month-old baby had been paralysed by the type 2 polio virus, the first such case in the territory in 25 years. "We're unable to deliver today with the conditions that we're in," said the senior UN official, speaking on condition of anonymity.
Yahya Sinwar: How the New Hamas chief eludes Israel and US might with Osama Bin Laden-like tactics
Yahya Sinwar, now leading Hamas after Ismail Haniyeh's death, has evaded American and Israeli efforts to capture him. He avoids electronic communication, using human couriers to relay messages. Intelligence agencies are intensifying their search, as his apprehension could influence the Israel-Hamas conflict, but Sinwar remains elusive, operating from Gaza's tunnels.
Israelis left staring at an uncomfortable question with no easy solution as war with Hamas goes on and on
Netanyahu has tried to allay concerns by saying the economic damage is only temporary. But the bloodiest, most destructive war ever between Israel and Hamas has hurt thousands of small businesses and compromised international trust in an economy once thought of as an entrepreneurial dynamo. Some leading economists say a cease-fire is the best way to stop the damage.
As Gaza ceasefire talks stretch, death, disease & hunger rage on
Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani was expected to attend. Months of on-off talks have so far failed to produce a breakthrough to end Israel's devastating military campaign in Gaza or free the remaining hostages seized by Hamas. The Egyptian sources said the new proposals include compromises on outstanding points such as how to secure key areas and the return of people to north Gaza.
Hamas official slams Israeli 'refusal' of Gaza deal over border troops
Egypt with fellow mediators Qatar and the United States have for months tried to reach a deal to end more than 10 months of war between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist movement Hamas in Gaza. Top US diplomat Antony Blinken visited the region this week to emphasise the urgency of an agreement. Witnesses on Friday reported combat in the territory's north, heavy shelling in the centre, and tank fire in the far south near Rafah city.
Gaza impasse despite Blinken visit; Israeli strikes kill dozens
As last-ditch diplomacy continued to halt the 10-month-old war between Israel and Hamas, the Israeli military said jets hit around 30 targets throughout the Gaza Strip including tunnels, launch sites and an observation post. It said troops killed dozens of armed fighters. It said troops killed dozens of armed fighters and seized weapons including explosives, grenades and automatic rifles.
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Israeli military says it has recovered the bodies of 6 hostages in a Gaza operation
The recovery came as the United States, Egypt and Qatar are trying to mediate a cease-fire agreement between Israel and Hamas that would see the release of scores of hostages held by the militant group.
Protests in Chicago set to spoil Kamala Harris' campaign fanfare
While Vice President Kamala Harris has galvanised the party as she gears up to accept the Democratic nomination, activists say their plans to demonstrate haven't changed. They're ready to amplify their message before the nation's top Democratic leaders.
Besieged Gazans share shoes, wear same clothes for months
Gaza's residents have been left without essential clothing after 10 months of ongoing conflict. Safaa Yassin and others find it difficult to dress their children appropriately. With Gaza's textile industry nearly obliterated and resources prioritized for hospitals and aid, finding new clothes is a significant challenge for the territory's 2.4 million people.
Hamas says guard killed Israeli hostage in 'revenge' attack
The Israeli military and the Hostage and Missing Families Forum campaign group said separately that an image released by Hamas along with its statement showed a dead captive whose body had already been retrieved from Gaza by Israeli forces last year. The Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades, the armed wing of Hamas, announced on Monday that an Israeli hostage was killed and two others wounded in separate shooting "incidents".
Mediators hold cease-fire talks as Palestinian death toll crosses 40,000
International mediators, including the United States, Qatar, and Egypt, were scheduled to meet with an Israeli delegation in Qatar for talks aimed at halting the Israel-Hamas war and securing the release of hostages. This could potentially prevent a larger regional conflict as the Palestinian death toll rises. Meanwhile, 11 children with cancer were evacuated from Gaza for medical treatment, highlighting the dire situation in the region's health system. While violence continues in the West Bank and Australia's opposition leader faces accusations of racism over refugee policies.
As Gaza death toll passes 40,000, corpses are buried in yards, streets, tiered graves
Gravediggers in Gaza have been struggling to manage the increasing number of deaths resulting from the 10-month-old Israel-Hamas conflict. The death toll has surpassed 40,000, leading to graves being stacked and hurried burials in makeshift locations. Many families face difficulties in finding and honoring their deceased relatives, with some cemeteries completely destroyed.
Columbia University president quits months after handling of Gaza war protests
Columbia University President Minouche Shafik resigned amid controversy over campus protests on Israel's war in Gaza. Shafik cited family toll and community discord in her decision. Katrina Armstrong named interim president. Protests led to police involvement, arrests, and tensions between pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian groups. Shafik faced criticism from both sides. U.S. Representative Elise Stefanik welcomed the resignation. Shafik, a former Bank of England official, took office in July 2023.
Trump, Netanyahu speak about Gaza hostage-ceasefire deal: Report
In a call with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, Donald Trump discussed a Gaza ceasefire and hostages deal, encouraging acceptance, a report said. Egypt, the U.S., and Qatar are set to restart negotiations amid escalating regional tensions and recent deadly clashes. Hamas has declined to join the upcoming talks but mediators plan further consultations.
Public spat highlights cracks in Netanyahu's coalition as Israel braces for feared Iran attack
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant are facing growing discontent over their handling of the Gaza war. Gallant criticized Netanyahu for claiming 'total victory', a phrase he has frequently used during the 10-month-old conflict. Netanyahu has been criticized for lacking clear strategic aims and a post-war plan for Gaza.
Israel broadens its evacuation orders after deadly strike on Gaza school-turned-shelter
Israel has ordered more evacuations in southern Gaza following a deadly airstrike on a school-shelter in the north, killing at least 80 people. The ongoing 10-month conflict has displaced millions, causing severe humanitarian crises. Efforts for cease-fire and hostage release are ongoing but face significant challenges.
Israeli strike on Gaza school: US 'deeply concerned' about deadly attack
The White House expressed deep concern over an Israeli airstrike on a Gaza City school compound that killed around 100 people. The strike, which targeted militants operating in the compound, drew condemnation from several countries. The U.S. faced criticism for its military support for Israel. Efforts to negotiate a Gaza ceasefire have encountered obstacles.
'Children torn apart': Israel strike rains hell on Gaza dawn prayers
Israel's military disputed the death toll, saying the school was targeted with "precision munitions" because it "served as an active Hamas and Islamic Jihad military facility". Such incidents have become a pattern in recent weeks. According to an AFP tally, at least 14 schools sheltering Gaza's displaced have been hit since July 6, killing more than 280 people.
Thousands flee Khan Younis ruins again; Israeli raids kill 20
In recent weeks, Israeli forces have been returning to the ruins of areas where they said they had defeated Hamas fighters. In the latest assault, the Israeli military dropped leaflets ordering residents and displaced people sheltering in eastern Khan Younis, Gaza's main southern city, to evacuate from an area that has already seen repeated waves of fighting.
Kamala Harris didn't agree to discuss Israel arms embargo, aide says
Vice President Kamala Harris did not agree to discuss imposing an arms embargo on Israel during an exchange with pro-Palestinian activists, according to an aide. The exchange took place while Harris was campaigning in Detroit. There had been claims from an organization called the Uncommitted National Movement that Harris, a 2024 Democratic presidential candidate, had shown openness to such a discussion.
War-weary Gazans voice concern over 'stubborn' new Hamas leader Sinwar
Gazans expressed concern over Hamas appointing ex-military commander Yahya Sinwar as its new leader, fearing it might hinder ceasefire efforts. Sinwar replaces Haniyeh, who was recently assassinated. Israel's intent to target Sinwar adds to tensions. Some see Sinwar’s Gaza residency as an advantage for negotiations, contrasting Haniyeh’s exile.
Hamas names Yahya Sinwar, mastermind of the Oct. 7 attacks, as its new leader in show of defiance
Hamas has named Yahya Sinwar as its new leader, a sign of the power of the Palestinian militant group's hardline wing after his predecessor was killed in a presumed Israeli strike in Iran. Sinwar, a secretive figure close to Iran who worked for years to build up Hamas' military strength, is a defiant signal that the group is prepared to keep fighting after 10 months of destruction from Israel's campaign in Gaza and after the assassination of Sinwar's predecessor, Ismail Haniyeh. The announcement comes at a volatile moment, with fears of an escalation into a wider regional war.
Israeli forces kill at least 12 in raids on West Bank
The Israeli military said it conducted two separate air strikes in the volatile city of Jenin, hitting armed militant cells, but gave no details. The Palestinian health ministry said five people were killed in the strikes against two vehicles in Jenin, one of the most turbulent centres of militant activity in the West Bank. Another person was critically wounded.
In Gaza, even poetry and toilets aren't safe from thieves
In the Gaza Strip, even poetry books can become a source of profit for enterprising thieves. A pervasive lawlessness has emerged from the rubble of cities obliterated since Israel launched its all-out offensive on the enclave in retaliation for the Hamas-led attacks of Oct. 7.
Hamas Chief Killed: Iran's supreme leader prays over the coffin of Hamas leader Haniyeh, whose killing risks a wider war
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and President Masoud Pezeshkian attended the funeral of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, following his assassination in an airstrike. Blaming Israel for the attack, Iran warned of escalating tensions that could lead to regional conflict. Haniyeh's remains will be transferred to Qatar for burial.
Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh assassinated: All you need to know about the former Palestine PM
Ismail Haniyeh, leader of Hamas, was killed in Tehran, as reported by Iranian state media, which blamed Israel. Haniyeh had a long history within Hamas, including multiple imprisonments and leadership positions. Recently living in Qatar, he played a crucial role in Gaza conflict negotiations. His death marks a significant development in the region.
US anti-Muslim incidents rose about 70% in first half of 2024 amid Gaza war
Amid Israel-Gaza conflict fallout, U.S. saw a 70% rise in anti-Muslim, anti-Palestinian incidents, reported CAIR. The advocacy group recorded nearly 5,000 complaints in first half of 2024, highlighting troubling surge in discrimination and attacks. Global uptick in Islamophobia, anti-Palestinian bias, and antisemitism has been observed post-war eruption.
An Israeli airstrike hits a school sheltering people in Gaza, killing at least 30
Israeli airstrikes hit a school in central Gaza killing dozens. The strikes targeted a Hamas center, resulting in casualties at the school and other locations. Amid ongoing violence, U.S., Egypt, Qatar, and Israel officials plan to meet for negotiations. The conflict has displaced thousands, leading to forced evacuations and tragic losses, further escalating humanitarian concerns.
Benjamin Netanyahu: A small man in a big time?
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces crucial decisions this week that could reshape the Middle East. Pressure mounts for him to agree to a ceasefire deal in Gaza and embrace a U.S.-Saudi defense alliance that includes talks for a two-state solution. These choices could pave the way for a new era of diplomacy and security cooperation, or risk missing a historic opportunity for peace and stability in the region.
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