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Israeli airstrike on Gaza warehouse kills 15 members of a single family
An Israeli airstrike on a warehouse in central Gaza killed 15 members of the Ajlah family, including nine children. The attack highlights the escalating toll on civilians amid ongoing conflict.
Tensions escalate as Hezbollah retaliates with rocket barrage on Northern Israel
Hezbollah launched over 50 rockets at northern Israel, targeting Ayelet HaShahar, in retaliation for an IDF strike in southern Lebanon that reportedly killed at least 10 people.
Israel hits South Lebanon amid diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions
Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon come amid intensified diplomatic efforts by Egypt, France, and the U.S. to prevent further escalation and promote a ceasefire in Gaza.
Israel seeks British and French support amid escalating tensions with Iran
Israel has urged the UK and France to publicly denounce Iran's aggression, warning that failure to do so could lead to a wider conflict in the Middle East.
UN urges seven-day ceasefire to facilitate Polio vaccination drive
The UN's appeal comes amid ongoing violence that has severely hampered vaccination efforts in affected regions.
Surge in Israeli military violence against Palestinian children in West Bank
The recent figures are alarming: 115 Palestinian children have been killed by Israeli gunfire since October 7, a stark rise compared to the 39 children killed in the preceding 10 months.
Israeli drone strike in Balata refugee camp kills two, injures four
The Palestine Red Crescent Society reported that their ambulance crew was detained by Israeli forces while transporting the wounded to a hospital for medical care.
Israel greenlights new settlement on Palestinian UNESCO site near Bethlehem
The decision, announced on August 14, 2024, has drawn widespread criticism from international observers and Palestinian authorities. The settlement will be established in an area known for its archaeological and historical importance, which includes ancient structures and sites of religious significance.
U.S. pursues diplomatic resolution in the Middle East amidst escalated arms deal with Israel
On Wednesday, U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein arrived in Beirut to engage in talks aimed at preventing further escalation between Hezbollah and Israel. This visit follows recent Israeli strikes that targeted senior Hamas and Hezbollah leaders.
Iran rejects calls to ‘Stand Down’ amid international pressure
In a statement issued on Wednesday, Iranian officials dismissed the demands as interference in their sovereign affairs
Israeli strikes in Gaza result in 2 deaths, multiple injuries
The strikes, which targeted what the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) described as militant infrastructure, have heightened tensions in an already volatile region.
Gaza ceasefire: Hamas demands implementation amid renewed violence
A Hamas official stated that the group is seeking concrete steps for implementing a ceasefire proposal put forward by U.S. President Joe Biden in May, rather than additional talks. The official stressed that what is needed now is action rather than further negotiation.
Clashes between Israeli forces and Palestinian resistance in the West Bank result in chaos
According to an Israeli military statement, the operation resulted in the death of one alleged terrorist, with additional militants reportedly being targeted during the clashes.
U.S. authorizes $20 Billion in delayed weapons transfers to Israel amid ongoing conflict
Media reports indicate that the earliest systems under this agreement will not be delivered until 2026. The package includes the sale of F-15IA and F-15I+ aircraft, valued at approximately $18.82 billion.
Mounting deaths in Gaza as Israeli airstrikes intensify
Earlier, two people were killed in the artillery shelling of the Beit Lahiya apartment building, while three others lost their lives in the Maghazi camp attack, with several individuals sustaining injuries.
Palestine’s UN envoy accuses Israel of instrumentalizing Holocaust to justify atrocities
Mansour was quoted as expressing grave concern over what he sees as a troubling shift in Israeli ideology, suggesting that justifications for genocide, famine, and gang rape have become increasingly mainstream.