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Palestinians commemorate 77 years since Nakba amid ongoing turmoil

Palestinians mark 77 years since the Nakba amid ongoing displacement and Israeli aggression. As they reflect on the mass displacement that occurred during the establishment of Israel in 1948, the current situation in Gaza underscores a renewed wave of destruction and forced evacuations. Recent Israeli......

Us faces backlash over new Gaza aid foundation as un agency's role is sidelined

The United States has unveiled a new initiative aimed at coordinating humanitarian aid deliveries to Gaza, a move that has sparked significant criticism from humanitarian organizations and the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA). This foundation, dubbed the Gaza Humanitarian......

Spain allocates half a million euros for Gaza human rights investigations

José Manuel Albares, the minister of foreign affairs, european union and cooperation, addressed the foreign affairs committee in the congress of deputies on May 5, 2025, in Madrid. This appearance, delayed by a week due to a widespread blackout, was intended to discuss the new foreign action plan......

Allegations of summary executions in Gaza after rescue workers killed

The Palestinian Civil Defense has accused the Israeli military of carrying out "summary executions" during a March shooting incident in the Gaza Strip that resulted in the deaths of 15 rescue workers. This statement directly challenges the findings of an internal Israeli military investigation......

ICJ to review Israel's legal duties in Palestinian territories

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has scheduled public hearings from April 28 to May 2, 2025, to issue an advisory opinion on Israel's legal responsibilities regarding UN operations in the occupied Palestinian territories. The hearings are the result of a UN General Assembly resolution passed......

Trump Plans U.S. Withdrawal from UN Human Rights Council and Extends UNRWA Funding Ban

U.S. President Donald Trump is preparing to withdraw the United States from the United Nations Human Rights Council and extend the suspension of funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), according to a White House official. Reports indicate that Trump is......

Israel severs ties with UNRWA amid mounting Gaza crisis

Israel has announced its decision to cut ties with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), accusing some of its employees of involvement in the October 7, 2023 events and allowing Hamas to use its facilities. The Israeli government alleged that UNRWA harbored Hamas......

Sweden Shifts Gaza Aid Strategy: Suspends UNRWA Support in Favor of Alternative Relief Channels

Sweden has announced a significant change in its humanitarian aid approach to Gaza, deciding to discontinue funding to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) while increasing overall assistance through other organizations. The decision comes amid mounting......

Israeli Drone Attack Escalates Gaza Humanitarian Crisis  

An Israeli drone attack targeting Palestinian security personnel escorting a humanitarian aid convoy in the Gaza Strip has left at least 12 people dead and dozens injured. Reports from medics and local residents indicate that over 30 people sustained injuries, with many in critical condition, following......