Nearly two years after Israel launched an offensive in response to Hamas’ 2023 attack, Palestinians in the Gaza Strip are enduring relentless war and crippling hunger.
Israeli forces intercepted a Gaza-bound aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists early today, diverting it to Israel. The interception enforces a longstanding blockade of the Palestinian territory, tightened amid the ongoing war with Hamas.
A U.S. envoy has labeled Hamas’s response to a proposed hostage deal as “totally unacceptable.” Amid ongoing negotiations, Hamas is seeking guarantees that discussions will lead to an end to the war with Israel, adding complexity to the peace efforts.
Saudi news outlets report that Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar’s body was discovered in a Gaza tunnel following an IDF strike, though Israel has yet to confirm the claim.
Ukraine has pledged support for Syria’s new authorities, marking a significant shift in Middle Eastern alliances. The Ukrainian foreign minister’s meeting with Syria’s de facto leader in Damascus underscores this strategic move.
