Ceasefire Deal Spurs Humanitarian Aid to Gaza

Aid organizations are urging an immediate scaling up of humanitarian access to Gaza after Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire-hostage deal. The agreement, expected to begin Sunday, aims to end 15 months of intense Israeli bombardment that has devastated the Palestinian enclave. The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), Gaza’s primary aid group, …

Seven Children Killed in Israeli Air Strike on Gaza

An Israeli air strike on the Gaza Strip has killed 12 members of a family, including seven children, as reported by the Palestinian Civil Defence. The attack, which targeted the Khallah family home in Jabalia, northern Gaza, has deepened the humanitarian crisis in the besieged region. The keyword “Gaza’s graveyard” reflects the dire living conditions …

Gaza Shelters Struggle with Overcrowding and Poor Conditions, Says UN Official

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to worsen, particularly in shelters where displaced Palestinians are seeking refuge. Louise Wateridge of the UN’s agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) highlighted the dire situation, where wounded children cry for food and face unhealed injuries due to inadequate care and resources. Overcrowded Shelters and Dire Living Conditions Wateridge, speaking …

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 …

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 …

PM Shehbaz Condemns Israel’s Block on UNRWA in Palestine

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday condemned Israel’s actions against the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA). He expressed grave concern over Israel’s efforts to block relief assistance for Palestinians. He described these actions as a severe violation of international law. In a statement posted on X, PM Shehbaz labeled Israel’s actions against UNRWA …

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 …

Qatar Condemns Israel’s Seizure of UNRWA Headquarters in East Jerusalem

Qatar has strongly condemned Israel’s occupation of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) headquarters in East Jerusalem. The Qatari Foreign Ministry issued a statement denouncing the seizure, calling it a violation of international law. Two days ago, Israel announced its plans to seize the land and build an illegal settlement …

Gaza Destruction Escalates; Eight Killed in Bread Line Attack

Israeli forces targeted people standing in line to buy bread at a UNRWA school shelter in the Jabalia refugee camp, Gaza. The attack killed at least eight people and injured several others. Wounded victims were taken to Kamal Adwan Hospital, as reported by Al Jazeera. Biden Criticizes Netanyahu Over Hostage Deal President Joe Biden criticized …

Haniyeh Demanded Release of Palestinian Prisoners Before Death

In a significant development amidst the ongoing Gaza conflict, Ismail Haniyeh, the prominent leader of Hamas, has been martyred. Haniyeh, who was known for his strong stance on Palestinian rights, had recently called for August 3 to be recognized globally as a day to demand the release of Palestinian prisoners. His death marks a poignant …

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