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Palestinians recount harrowing tales of torture and sexual violence at UN hearings

This week marked a significant moment as Palestinians shared their distressing accounts of abuse at the hands of Israeli settlers and security forces during the latest round of public hearings of the United Nations’ Independent Commission of Inquiry (COI) concerning the situation in the Occupied......

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......

Israel halts Palestinian return to Northern Gaza amid hostage release controversy

Israel has suspended the planned return of Palestinians to northern Gaza, citing unresolved issues with the ongoing hostage exchange deal. The decision stems from complications surrounding the expected release of Israeli civilian Arbel Yehoud and four female soldiers. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin......

Trump blames Bolton for Iraq war and revokes security detail

In a striking rebuke, former President Donald Trump has publicly criticized his one-time national security adviser, John Bolton, attributing the disastrous U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003 to Bolton's influence over President George W. Bush. Trump stated that Bolton, alongside former Vice President......

Hundreds of Egyptian aid trucks poised to enter Gaza as ceasefire takes hold

Egypt has announced the opening of its Rafah border crossing with Gaza to facilitate the delivery of much-needed humanitarian aid, following the implementation of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas on Sunday. The Rafah crossing, Gaza’s primary link to the outside world, has remained closed since......

Palestinian Authority signals readiness for Gaza control as ceasefire deal advances

A significant diplomatic development unfolded Friday as Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas declared the Palestinian Authority's preparedness to assume "complete responsibility" in Gaza, coinciding with Israel's cabinet approval of a ceasefire agreement with Hamas scheduled to begin......

Global Reactions to Israeli Military Strikes on Iran: A Call for Restraint Amid Rising Tensions

In a significant escalation of hostilities, the Israeli military executed a series of strikes on military installations across Iran, targeting approximately 20 sites in the provinces of Ilam, Khuzestan, and Tehran. The operation, which unfolded over several hours, was described by the Israeli army as......

Diplomatic Efforts Amid Escalating Tensions: Blinken's Visit to Israel and Lebanon

In a critical diplomatic mission, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has arrived in Israel, aiming to revive ceasefire discussions amidst ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon. This marks Blinken's 11th visit to the region since the onset of the Gaza war over a year ago, and his first since the......

Middle East Tensions Escalate: Hamas Leader's Death Fuels Ongoing Conflict

The recent killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar by Israeli forces has intensified the already volatile situation in the Middle East, with both sides vowing to continue their military operations. This development, far from bringing peace, has instead reignited determination among various factions to persist......