Israel’s recent strikes on Gaza left 24 people dead, raising tensions yet again in the region. As part of a US-led initiative, Egypt is set to host indirect talks between Israel and Hamas on Monday, with both sides indicating broad acceptance of the proposed ceasefire.
Barack Obama took a strong stand against Israel’s ongoing action in Gaza, insisting that more strikes are unnecessary. He described the region as already reduced to rubble and advocated for Palestinian statehood as a path toward lasting peace.
Senator Marco Rubio reaffirms the strong U.S.-Israel alliance even as he departs for Qatar amid backlash over Doha strikes. In an exclusive statement, Rubio underscores critical foreign policy concerns, from the Israel-Gaza conflict to Russian drone incursions and the $50 million bounty on Venezuela’s leader.
Qatar is hosting a summit in response to Israel’s strike on Hamas in Doha, aiming to restrain future attacks. This move follows Israel’s broader retaliation against the militant group since Hamas’ October 7, 2023, assault on Israeli territory.
Israel has intensified its airstrikes on Gaza City, leading to at least 32 deaths—including 12 children—according to medical staff. Israel contends the city is Hamas’ last stronghold and is mounting an offensive to seize control, prompting concern about the increasing toll on civilians.
Israel has called for the evacuation of the entire population of Gaza City, estimated at around one million people, as military operations deepen. Officials describe this step as crucial in warning civilians ahead of a potentially broader retaliatory offensive against Hamas.
AP’s latest reporting puts a spotlight on why and how Israel carried out a strike on a Gaza hospital. Though details remain behind a paywall, the story raises pressing questions about the motivations and methods behind the attack.
Former President Donald Trump predicts the Gaza War could end within two to three weeks, just as Israel’s Security Cabinet readies to convene. Meanwhile, an Egyptian delegation is pushing for a renewed ceasefire, bringing international attention to the conflict’s possible resolution.
An AP freelancer was among five journalists killed when an Israeli strike hit a Gaza hospital, according to health officials. This report underscores the dangers journalists face while covering conflicts and highlights the broader impact on media personnel operating in regions of unrest.
A panel of food security experts has confirmed that part of Gaza is experiencing famine, marking an alarming milestone in the region’s ongoing crisis. They warn the famine could spread to the rest of the enclave within weeks, contributing to an already volatile humanitarian situation.
