The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza has resulted in massive destruction, casualties, and displacement, with potential for broader conflict escalation. [ more ]
The White House says Netanyahu agreed to open another border crossing for aid after pressure from Biden.
Israel agreed to open Erez crossing and the port of Ashdod for aid into Gaza amid a humanitarian crisis.
President Biden threatened to condition future support for Israel on addressing concerns about civilian casualties and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. [ more ]
Pro-Palestinian students have peacefully evacuated prestigious Paris university campus building
Paris Institute of Political Studies (Sciences Po) students inspired by Gaza solidarity in the US evacuated campus building peacefully after a tense standoff with pro-Israeli groups, highlighting the impact of international conflicts on academic environments. [ more ]
UN court orders Israel to open up more land crossings for Gaza aid
The International Court of Justice ordered Israel to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza, including opening more land crossings for supplies.
Israel was instructed to ensure the unhindered provision of basic services and humanitarian assistance, as well as comply with the Genocide Convention. [ more ]
For Many Western Allies, Sending Weapons to Israel Gets Dicey
Maintaining military support for Israel is becoming increasingly challenging for Western governments amidst global outcry over civilian casualties in Gaza. [ more ]
Israel sanctions: Who has imposed curbs over Gaza war? DW 04/12/2024
Israel's allies are increasing pressure for more aid in Gaza to prevent a humanitarian crisis, with few imposing sanctions or boycotting Israeli products. [ more ]
The Gaza famine is man-made. And the US is complicit in this catastrophe | Mohamad Bazzi
Catastrophic hunger in Gaza, imminent famine in northern Gaza due to war and siege by Israel and complicit actions of Biden administration.
UN and international relief groups warned of potential widespread starvation in Gaza, but Biden admin failed to act, leading to a now unavoidable famine. [ more ]
Over 13,000 children killed in Gaza, others severely malnourished: UNICEF
Children in Gaza suffering from severe malnutrition are so weak they do not even have the energy to cry, thousands have been killed or injured in the conflict.
UNICEF and UNRWA report on the dire situation in Gaza, with children facing severe malnutrition, bureaucratic challenges in aid delivery, and impending famine. [ more ]
Britain to help US construct emergency' pier to get aid into Gaza, Lord Cameron says
Britain and the US will build a temporary pier in Gaza to facilitate aid delivery. Lord Cameron emphasizes urgency for humanitarian assistance in Gaza. Joe Biden orders an emergency mission to construct a seaport in Gaza. [ more ]
Watch live: David Cameron speaks during foreign policy debate in House of Lords
Children are dying of starvation in northern Gaza due to severe malnutrition and shortages of essential supplies. Lord Cameron is urging Hong Kong to reconsider their national security law proposal that threatens freedom of speech and the press. [ more ]
Palestine footballer Barakat killed in Israel's attack on Gaza
Mohammed Barakat, a Palestinian footballer, died in an Israeli bombing in Khan Younis during the ongoing conflict.
Barakat was Gaza's first centurion of goals, known for scoring 114 goals, and his death is a significant loss to the Palestinian football community. [ more ]