Israeli Authorities Deny UN Aid to Northern Gaza Amid Intensifying Bombardment

Israeli authorities have denied 82 out of 91 attempts made by the United Nations to deliver aid to northern Gaza between early October and November 25. Despite the dire humanitarian situation, Israel impeded nine additional attempts to bring critical supplies into the region. This comes as northern Gaza faces a military siege and relentless bombardment, …

Ceasefire Between Israel and Hezbollah Takes Effect

A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah began at 4 AM local time (02:00 GMT) on Wednesday. The agreement, announced by U.S. President Joe Biden, aims to end a 14-month conflict that has killed thousands and caused widespread destruction. “The fighting across the Lebanese-Israeli border will end,” Biden stated. He described the ceasefire as a “permanent …

Local NGOs Demand Dutch Government to Take Action Over Alleged Gaza ‘Genocide’

Pro-Palestinian organizations have filed a lawsuit against the Dutch government, urging an end to arms exports to Israel. The case, filed at The Hague, accuses the Netherlands of failing to prevent what the groups describe as a “genocide” in Gaza. They argue that the Dutch state has a legal obligation under international law to intervene …

Three Killed in Israeli Attack on Nuseirat Refugee Camp

The Wafa News Agency reported that an Israeli attack on the al-Da’alsa family home in the Nuseirat refugee camp claimed three lives on Wednesday evening. This incident is part of a series of deadly strikes in Gaza overnight. Several areas in Gaza faced intense bombardment: Beit Lahiya: At least 66 people were killed, and dozens …

Israeli Strike Escalates Conflict, Targets Hezbollah Spokesperson

In a significant escalation, Israeli airstrikes killed Hezbollah spokesperson Mohammed Afif in Beirut on Sunday, intensifying tensions in the region. Afif, a prominent figure in Hezbollah’s media relations and advisor to its late leader Hassan Nasrallah, died during a strike on the Baath Party headquarters in Ras al-Nabaa. The incident highlights the ongoing conflict between …

Israel Targets Palestinian Islamic Jihad Members in Damascus

The Israeli military confirmed recent strikes in Syria aimed at members of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ). This Gaza-based militant group, which joined Hamas in the October 7 attacks against Israel, has reportedly been active in the region. Israel’s targeting of PIJ members in Syria marks an escalation, as recent strikes have predominantly focused on …

Israel Attacks North Gaza Shelter After Allowing UN Aid

Israel has blocked nearly all UN attempts to deliver essential aid to northern Gaza this month. The UN’s Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reports Israel has denied or restricted food and medical assistance for thousands of besieged residents. Brief Aid Delivery Allowed On November 11, Israel briefly allowed a World Food Programme …

Israel’s UN Envoy Denies Famine Warnings in Gaza

  At a recent United Nations Security Council (UNSC) meeting, Israeli Ambassador Danny Danon sharply criticized reports of famine in Gaza. These reports, issued by a UN-backed food security committee, describe severe food shortages in Gaza. However, Danon dismissed the warnings as exaggerated and misleading. Danon strongly refuted the claims of food insecurity and potential …

Escalation in Gaza as Israeli Attacks Continue Amid Limited Aid

In the latest escalation of violence in Gaza, Israeli attacks have killed at least 40 Palestinians, intensifying the crisis in the besieged northern part of the enclave. Despite these assaults, only minimal aid has reached Gaza’s residents, leaving many in urgent need. With the majority of casualties being civilians, including journalists and children, the situation …

UN Human Rights Chief Volker Turk Condemns Israel’s Actions in Gaza

The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, has condemned Israel for showing “apparent indifference” to civilian lives in Gaza. His comments followed a report by his agency, which revealed that nearly 70 percent of verified deaths in Gaza’s conflict involved women and children. The Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human …

Israeli Strikes on Lebanon Claim 38 Lives Near Baalbek

BEIRUT: Israeli airstrikes killed at least 38 people in Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley near the eastern city of Baalbek on Wednesday. The regional governor confirmed the casualties, and additional strikes targeted southern suburbs of Beirut as dusk fell. Escalating Tensions Amid the Gaza Conflict The Israeli military and Hezbollah have been engaged in cross-border fire for …

Israel Ends Agreement with UNRWA, Halting Cooperation with Palestinian Refugee Agency

Israel has officially notified the United Nations (UN) that it is canceling the agreement with the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). This organization has regulated relations with Israel since 1967. The announcement came from Israel’s foreign ministry on Monday. Legislation Against UNRWA Last month, the Israeli parliament …

Israeli Bombardment in Gaza Claims 31 Lives

At least 31 people died during Israeli bombardment of the Gaza Strip on Sunday, according to Palestinian medics. Nearly half of the deaths occurred in northern areas where the Israeli army has waged a month-long campaign to prevent Hamas from regrouping. Accusations of Ethnic Cleansing Palestinians accused the Israeli military of committing “ethnic cleansing” through …

Gaza Polio Vaccination Centre Hit, Six Injured

A strike on a polio vaccination centre in northern Gaza injured six people on Saturday. The World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed that four children were among the injured. Parents Bring Children Despite Risks Parents had brought their children to the Sheikh Radwan primary health care centre for polio vaccinations. A humanitarian pause was in place …

US Deploys B-52 Bombers and Reinforcements to Middle East

Washington: The United States has deployed B-52 bombers from the 5th Bomb Wing at Minot Air Force Base to the Middle East, according to US Central Command (CENTCOM). These reinforcements arrive as tensions between Israel and Iran escalate. The bombers, alongside additional ballistic missile defense systems, fighter squadrons, and tanker aircraft, are now stationed within …

UNICEF Condemns Deadly Attacks on Civilians in North Gaza

New York: UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell voiced deep concerns over a deadly weekend of attacks in North Gaza. In a statement, she revealed that over 50 children were killed in just 48 hours in the Jabalia area. Strikes destroyed two residential buildings, which had sheltered hundreds. UNICEF Staff Vehicle Attacked Russell reported that a …

Death Toll Rises in Baalbek as Israeli Attacks Intensify

The death toll from Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon’s Baalbek district has risen to 57, with numerous injuries reported. Lebanon’s National News Agency detailed the casualties and extensive damage in the region. Residential Areas Targeted in Baalbek Israel launched 25 attacks targeting residential neighborhoods, including Ras al-Ain. The strikes caused extensive damage to homes, businesses, and …

Israeli Bombing in Gaza Kills Five as Tensions Escalate

NUSEIRAT REFUGEE CAMP: An Israeli bombing has killed at least five Palestinians in the Nuseirat refugee camp, located in the central Gaza Strip. This tragic event has left several others injured, according to an Al Jazeera correspondent. In addition to the Nuseirat incident, the Palestinian news agency Wafa reported that Israeli artillery shelled a house …

UN Warns of ‘Apocalyptic’ Conditions in Gaza, Appeals to Israel

Northern Gaza faces “apocalyptic” conditions, as per a warning issued on Friday by 15 United Nations leaders. A letter, signed by key officials from UN organizations including OCHA, the UN’s humanitarian agency, UNHCR, and the World Health Organization (WHO), highlighted the imminent risk of death from disease, famine, and violence for the entire Palestinian population …

UN Warns of Deadly Hunger Crisis in 16 Global Hotspots

ROME: The  warned on Thursday that extreme hunger threatens millions in 16 “hunger hotspots” over the next six months. According to a joint report from the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) and the World Food Programme (WFP), regions of highest concern include the Palestinian territories, Sudan, South Sudan, Mali, and Haiti. The report attributes much …

Israeli Airstrikes Destroy Home of Hezbollah Affiliate

Israeli fighter jets launched air raids on various areas in southern Lebanon, targeting the home of Jawad Nasrallah in Yahmar al-Shaqif, Nabatieh. Lebanese National News Agency (NNA) reported that the house was completely destroyed. Nasrallah, a relative of two Hezbollah members killed by Israeli forces, became the latest target in an ongoing escalation. Wider Attacks …

Bill Clinton Faces Backlash Over Comments on Israel-Palestine Conflict

Former U.S. President Bill Clinton is under fire from Arab and Muslim Americans following recent comments on Israel’s role in the ongoing Gaza conflict. Speaking at a Michigan rally for Democratic candidate Kamala Harris, Clinton claimed Israel was “forced” to inflict civilian casualties in Gaza, suggesting it had no choice given the circumstances. He further …

Israel Approves Bills Banning UNRWA Operations

The Israeli parliament has approved two bills that ban the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) from operating within Israel and areas under its control. The new laws, passed on Monday, could dismantle crucial aid operations in Palestinian territories where humanitarian needs are critical. The first law prohibits UNRWA from conducting …

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