Death Toll from Israel’s Attacks on Gaza Rises Again Amid Global Outcry

Israeli forces continued their deadly assault on Gaza early Tuesday. Medical sources confirmed Israeli attacks killed at least 56 Palestinians since early morning. Israeli strikes killed at least 50 people in northern Gaza alone. In the south, Israeli forces pounded Khan Younis. Relentless airstrikes and shelling buried entire families under rubble. The assaults overwhelmed hospitals. Ambulances …

Gaza’s Hospitals at Breaking Point Amid Israel’s Blockade

Gaza’s hospitals are struggling to cope with the overwhelming pressure caused by Israel’s ongoing blockade. The situation is dire, and healthcare officials warn that if the blockade continues, hospitals may soon be forced to stop services entirely. The United Nations has described the humanitarian crisis in Gaza as “unbearable.” Hospitals are dealing with a constant …

Netanyahu Suggests Phasing Out U.S. Military Aid

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has proposed gradually ending the military aid Israel receives from the United States, according to Maariv daily. Speaking to the Knesset’s Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee on Sunday evening, Netanyahu said, “I think we will need to wean ourselves off American military aid.” Currently, Israel receives $4 billion annually in …

Hamas to Release Last Living American Hostage Edan Alexander in Ceasefire Gesture

Gaza – Hamas announced Sunday that it will release Edan Alexander, the last known living American hostage in Gaza, within the next 48 hours. The move is part of broader efforts to restart ceasefire negotiations, reopen Gaza crossings, and resume humanitarian aid deliveries. Two Hamas officials confirmed the planned release to the Associated Press. The …

Thousands of Israelis Rally in Tel Aviv

Thousands of Israelis gathered in central Tel Aviv on Saturday to demand an end to the ongoing war on Gaza and the immediate release of Israeli captives held in the besieged Palestinian enclave. The protests highlighted growing public dissatisfaction with the government’s handling of the situation. Hostages and Missing Families Forum Leads Rally The protest …

Israel Divided: Hostage Release or Netanyahu’s Endless War?

A fierce debate is growing in Israel over whether to focus on hostage release in Gaza or to continue the war against Hamas. This internal divide is widening as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces rising criticism, Al Jazeera reported. Hostages or War? Critics accuse Netanyahu of prioritising military goals over human lives. Many Israelis want …

Gaza Warns 65,000 Children Face Starvation as Israel’s Blockade Continues

GAZA – The Gaza government on Friday warned that more than 65,000 children are at immediate risk of starvation due to Israel’s ongoing blockade of the besieged enclave. In a statement, the Gaza Media Office said Israel is deliberately engineering famine. It accused Israel of blocking 39,000 aid trucks carrying food, fuel, and medicine over …

Blast in Rafah Hits Israeli Troops as Gaza Strikes Kill 16

A deadly Rafah explosion rocked the southern Gaza Strip on Thursday, reportedly killing and injuring several Israeli soldiers from the elite Golani Brigade. The troops were allegedly setting explosives in a building when it detonated. The Israeli government has yet to comment, and local media remain under a reporting blackout. Ambush in Rafah Eyewitnesses described …

Cornell Students Hang Giant Gaza Banner in Bold Protest

Student activists at Cornell University made a dramatic statement Monday by hanging a massive banner reading “GAZA” in bright red letters from the campus’s iconic McGraw Tower. The banner stretched 9 metres (30 feet) long and was clearly visible across the Ithaca campus. It was part of a growing wave of pro-Palestinian protests on U.S. …

Hamas Official Rejects Truce Talks Amid Gaza Crisis

A senior Hamas leader has ruled out any further negotiations for a ceasefire, blaming ongoing Israeli military actions and the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Bassem Naim, a top Hamas official, told AFP that “there is no sense in engaging in talks or considering new ceasefire proposals as long as the hunger war and extermination …

Qassam Brigades Claim Attacks on Israeli Forces in Southern Gaza

Gaza: The armed wing of Hamas, the Qassam Brigades, has claimed responsibility for multiple attacks on Israeli forces operating in the southern Gaza Strip. In a statement released on Telegram, the Qassam Brigades said they destroyed two Israeli tanks and a military bulldozer. The attack reportedly took place in the al-Faraheen area, east of Khan …

Fight Erupts in Netanyahu’s Cabinet Over Gaza Blockade

A fierce argument broke out during Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s latest cabinet meeting over the ongoing blockade of Gaza, according to Israel’s public broadcaster, Kan. The confrontation involved Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir, Israel’s Chief of General Staff, and two far-right ministers — Itamar Ben-Gvir, National Security Minister, and Orit Strook, Minister for Settlement Affairs. …

Israeli Cabinet Approves Plan to Conquer All of Gaza: Reports

The Israeli war cabinet has reportedly approved plans to take full control of Gaza, according to The Times of Israel. Citing an unnamed Israeli official, the report states that the strategy includes “conquering Gaza and holding territories.” This marks a significant shift in Israel’s military approach. Until now, Israel had largely focused on targeted operations …

Palestinian Prisoner Dies in Israeli Custody Without Trial, Raising Death Toll to 66

Jenin, West Bank: A 60-year-old Palestinian prisoner, Mohey al-Din Fahmi Saeed Nijim, has died in Israeli custody, according to the Palestinian Prisoner’s Society (PPS). Nijim, a father of six from Jenin, was arrested in August 2023 and held without charge under administrative detention in the Negev prison. PPS said Nijim was denied proper medical care …

Missile from Yemen Hits Ben Gurion Airport Perimeter

Tel Aviv: A ballistic missile launched from Yemen struck near Israel’s Ben Gurion International Airport on Sunday morning, injuring eight people and halting air traffic. The missile hit a road inside the airport’s perimeter, damaging a vehicle and scattering debris across surrounding areas. Photos and video footage verified by Al Jazeera showed the impact site …

Journalists Targeted in Gaza: Over 250 Killed in 18 Months

As Israel’s war on Gaza enters its 18th month, the death toll continues to climb—over 50,000 lives lost. Among the victims are more than 250 journalists in Gaza, turning the besieged enclave into one of the deadliest places on earth for reporters. Silencing the Story Local journalists have been the sole witnesses to the war’s …

Aid Ship to Gaza Attacked by Armed Drones in International Waters

ISLAMABAD/MALTA: A ship carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza was hit by two armed drone strikes in international waters off Malta, the Freedom Flotilla Coalition (FFC) confirmed on Friday. The group, which organized the mission, said the vessel—named Conscience—was en route to break the Israeli blockade on Gaza when it came under attack. Drone Strikes Cause …

3,000 Aid Trucks Stuck at Gaza Border, Confirms United Nations

Gaza Strip: As Israeli military operations intensify, a massive humanitarian crisis is spiraling out of control in Gaza. Thousands of tons of aid remain inaccessible, and hunger is spreading fast. Aid workers warn that time is running out to prevent full-scale famine, especially among children. Aid Blocked, Supplies Rotting The United Nations has confirmed that 3,000 …

Amnesty Accuses Israel of “Live-Streamed Genocide” in Gaza

GAZA CITY — Amnesty International has accused Israel of committing a “live-streamed genocide” against Palestinians in Gaza, alleging clear violations of international law and the UN Genocide Convention. In its annual report released Monday, the human rights group said Israeli forces intentionally inflicted “serious bodily and mental harm” and created living conditions designed to “bring …

US Airstrike on Yemeni Detention Center Kills 68 African Migrants

SAADA, Yemen: A U.S. airstrike on a migrant detention center in Yemen’s northern Saada province killed at least 68 African migrants and wounded 47 others, according to Houthi-affiliated Al Masirah TV. The tragic incident has triggered global outrage over the rising civilian toll in conflict zones. The targeted facility housed approximately 115 migrants, primarily Ethiopians, …

Israel Boosts Military Spending by 65 Percent in 2024, SIPRI Reports

In a sharp escalation, Israel increased its military spending by 65 percent in 2024, reaching $46.5 billion, according to a new report from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). This marks Israel’s steepest annual military spending hike since the Six-Day War in 1967. The SIPRI report highlights that global military expenditure soared to $2.72 …

UN Urges Immediate Action as Gaza Humanitarian Crisis Worsens

The United Nations has sounded the alarm over the rapidly deteriorating humanitarian crisis in Gaza, as basic necessities vanish from markets and thousands face starvation. UN Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric briefed reporters on Thursday, declaring the situation in southern Gaza “desperate.” He said, “Children are going hungry, patients remain untreated, and people are dying. It is …

UN Demands Accountability After Israel Admits Strike That Killed UN Staff in Gaza

The United Nations has renewed its call for accountability after Israel admitted its military was behind a deadly strike in Gaza that killed a UN staff member and injured at least five others. The incident occurred on March 19, when an Israeli shell hit a UN guest house in the Gaza Strip. The location of …

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