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Half a million Israelis demand Gaza ceasefire and hostage release in massive protests

Israel faced one of the largest demonstrations in its history as approximately 500,000 protesters rallied on Sunday, demanding a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages. The protests, organized by the Hostages and Missing Families Forum, spread across the country, from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, with......

US pressures nations to boycott UN conference on Palestine

The United States is exerting significant diplomatic pressure on foreign governments to avoid attending a United Nations conference on Palestine, co-sponsored by France and Saudi Arabia. A leaked US diplomatic cable, obtained by Reuters, reveals Washington's efforts to derail the event, which is......

France and the UK consider formal recognition of Palestinian state at upcoming UN summit

The United States has reportedly issued private warnings to the United Kingdom and France, urging them not to move forward with unilaterally recognizing the Palestinian state at an upcoming UN summit, according to an exclusive report by Middle East Eye. The conference, which will be co-hosted by France......

Israel announces 22 new settlements in the West Bank

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announced on Thursday the establishment of 22 new Jewish settlements in the occupied West Bank a move he described as "historic." However, this decision is likely to deepen existing tensions between Israel and parts of the international community. Smotrich,......

Israel’s deadly assaults in Gaza mark Nakba’s 77th anniversary

Over 82 Palestinians, primarily women and children, have lost their lives amid a relentless wave of Israeli attacks across Gaza, worsening an already devastating situation after 19 months of continuous bombardment. These attacks coincide with the 77th commemoration of the Nakba, when more than 750,000......

Israel's new offensive plan intensifies conflict in Gaza

The Israeli Security Cabinet has approved an expansion of its offensive in Gaza, aiming to seize control of the Gaza Strip and compel its residents to leave. This initiative signals a notable escalation in Israel's military strategy. Reports indicate that the Israeli Cabinet envisions a comprehensive......

Israeli finance minister smotrich resigns from netanyahu's government

Israeli Finance Minister, Bezalel Smotrich, submitted his resignation on Monday through a letter addressed to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. A spokesperson for Smotrich confirmed that the resignation was a protest against the request by Itamar Ben Gvir, leader of the far-right Jewish Power party,......

Israel's Financial Outlook Dims as Fitch Lowers Credit Rating Amid Ongoing Gaza Conflict

In a significant development reflecting the economic ramifications of the prolonged Gaza conflict, Fitch Ratings has downgraded Israel's credit rating from A+ to A. This decision comes as the devastating war approaches its first anniversary with no clear resolution in sight. The credit ratings agency's......

Palestine Urges ICC Action Against Israeli Minister's "Genocide" Remarks

In a resolute move, the Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has called upon the International Criminal Court (ICC) to issue an arrest warrant against Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich. This demand follows Smotrich's inflammatory remarks suggesting that starving Palestinians in Gaza could......