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Israel 'pause' in Gaza had no impact on aid supplies: WHO
The Israeli military's daily 'pause' in Gaza has not impacted aid deliveries, according to the UN's health agency. The WHO representative in Palestine stated that humanitarian supplies were not affected by the pause.
The fate of the latest cease-fire proposal hinges on Netanyahu and Hamas' leader in Gaza
The proposed cease-fire deal for Gaza is influenced by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas' leader in Gaza, Yahya Sinwar. Both leaders face significant political and personal pressures that may influence their decision-making. Hamas has accepted the broad outline of the plan but requested "amendments," while Netanyahu has publicly disputed aspects of it, even though the U.S. has framed it as an Israeli plan.
Oil up on firming demand, Mideast tensions underpin risk premium
Oil prices rose on Tuesday due to a stronger demand outlook and investor confidence in OPEC+ producers. Global benchmark Brent crude futures and U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures were up, closing at their highest since April.
Israelis mark Jerusalem Day amid renewed Gaza offensive
Thousands of Jewish nationalists, including far-right activists, marched through predominantly Arab neighbourhoods of the Old City, waving Israeli national flags, dancing and occasionally shouting inflammatory or racist slogans.
Far right Israeli minister slams European trio's recognition of Palestine
Israel's far-right national security minister visited the Temple Mount in east Jerusalem, criticizing European countries for recognizing Palestinian statehood at the Al-Aqsa mosque compound.
Iran's Cabinet holds emergency meeting after president's death
President Ebrahim Raisi dies in a helicopter crash in Iran's East Azerbaijan province, leading to condolences from Pakistan and Iraq. Houthi leader mourns, highlighting Iran's support in Yemen conflict against Saudi-led coalition. The crash may have implications on Middle East tensions.
Israeli police raid Al Jazeera after shutdown order
Video circulated online showed plainclothes officers dismantling camera equipment in a hotel room. The Al Jazeera source said the hotel was in East Jerusalem.
Tensions over Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa compound as Ramadan nears
Concerns rise as Gaza war continues and Ramadan approaches, particularly at Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa mosque compound. Israel's restrictions on Muslim worshippers during Ramadan, proposed by hard-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, have triggered reactions. Efforts to secure a ceasefire agreement before Ramadan are ongoing.
Saudi Arabia says there will be no diplomatic relations with Israel without an independent Palestinian state
The idea of Israel and Saudi Arabia formally cementing ties has been under discussion since the Saudis gave their quiet assent to Gulf neighbours United Arab Emirates and Bahrain establishing ties with Israel in 2020.
Israel in '2nd stage' of war, storms city of Khan Younis
In what appeared to be the biggest ground assault in Gaza since a truce with Hamas unravelled last week, Israel said its forces - which were backed by warplanes - had reached the heart of Khan Younis. "We are in the most intense day since the beginning of the ground operation," the commander of the Israeli military's Southern Command, General Yaron Finkelman, said in Jerusalem.
Two killed, 8 wounded in Jerusalem shooting attack: Police
A large number of ambulances and police converged on the scene and police said they were searching the area to make sure there were no other attackers. The U.S. ambassador to Israel condemned the shooting.
39 Palestinians released under hostage deal return home
Israel released 39 Palestinian detainees as part of an agreement with Hamas, who freed 13 hostages. The exchange involved women, children, and youth, aiming to release 50 Israelis and 150 Palestinians over four days. Among those released was Israa Jaabis, convicted in 2015 for an incident at a checkpoint. Celebrations in East Jerusalem were subdued due to heavy Israeli presence, while in the West Bank, crowds lauded Hamas. Simultaneously, 17 Palestinians were reportedly arrested by Israeli forces.
Israel army says intercepted 'missile' from Red Sea region
The Israeli military said on Tuesday its forces intercepted a missile fired from the Red Sea region, as tensions surged across the Middle East amid Israel's war with Hamas in Gaza. "A surface-to-surface missile was fired toward Israeli territory from the area of the Red Sea and was successfully intercepted by the 'Arrow' aerial defence system," the military said in a statement.
Besieged Gaza cut off from the world after heavy Israeli bombardment knocks out communications
In a recent escalation of tensions in the Middle East, Israel has intensified its military actions in the Gaza Strip. Overnight into Saturday, there were increased bombardments and artillery fire in the region. These attacks resulted in the disruption of communication networks and a significant reduction in the flow of information, essentially isolating the 2.3 million people living in the Gaza Strip from the outside world.
More than 100 Palestinians killed in West Bank amid Gaza war
More than 100 Palestinians have been killed in the occupied West Bank since the conflict between Israel and Hamas began on October 7. The violence has increased in the West Bank, including in annexed east Jerusalem, with the Palestinian death toll reaching 101. The Israeli military reported one member of the security forces killed during this period. The latest violence resulted in the deaths of three Palestinians in Jenin, one in Qalqilya, and one in Qalandia. The Israeli military launched a drone strike on "terrorists" in Jenin, while the cause of the deaths in Qalqilya and Qalandia remains unclear.
A point of view on truth and its multiple PoVs
The ongoing conflict in West Asia is complex and has multiple perspectives. Different movies, such as Steven Spielberg's "Munich" and David Lean's "Lawrence of Arabia," have attempted to capture the varying viewpoints and show that even those considered enemies can have common humanity. The Balfour Declaration of 1917, which promised a Jewish state, is also relevant to understanding the region's history.
Israel-Palestinian dispute hinges on statehood, land, Jerusalem, refugees
The conflict between Israel and Palestine has a long history, spanning seven decades. It originated from Israeli demands for security in a hostile region and Palestinian aspirations for a state of their own. Israel was established in 1948, leading to the displacement of many Palestinians. Major wars, such as the Six-Day War in 1967 and the Yom Kippur War in 1973, have further intensified the conflict.
India well-placed to play role to defuse crisis: Palestine envoy Alhaija on Hamas-Israel conflict
India's historical support for the Palestinian cause and its influence in West Asia position it to play a significant role in resolving the Israel-Hamas conflict, according to Palestine Ambassador Adnan Abu Alhaija. Alhaija stated that India, as a friend to both Israel and Palestine, can work towards reducing tensions and finding a solution. He suggested that India could engage with European countries, the US, and countries in West Asia to exert pressure on Israel to pursue peace. Alhaija also expressed the need for a permanent solution to the Palestinian issue to prevent recurring hostilities.
Conflict will continue if Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as capital is not set up: Palestine envoy
Speaking to ANI, Haija said, "I said in 2021, if there is no peaceful solution and establishment of Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital, this conflict will continue forever. We are not going to live as slaves in our homeland. Hamas and the people in Gaza have been under siege for 15 years now. 2.2 million are living in an open prison".
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