Israeli offensive

UN experts urge all states to recognise Palestine

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UN experts urge all states to recognise Palestine

A group of United Nations experts are urging countries to recognize a Palestinian state to help achieve peace in the Middle East. Spain, Ireland, and Norway have officially recognized a Palestinian state, angering Israel. The experts believe recognizing Palestine is crucial for lasting peace and security in the region. Israel has faced isolation after months of conflict in Gaza, with the 7th October attack being the deadliest in its history.

After World Court ruling, Palestinians want action, not words

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After World Court ruling, Palestinians want action, not words

Salwa al-Masri, displaced by Israel’s offensive in Gaza, doubts that the UN’s ruling to halt the offensive in Rafah will help. The World Court ordered Israel to stop the offensive, but Israel stated it will continue the war against Hamas. The conflict has caused a high number of casualties and a new wave of displacement. Palestinians are calling for immediate action to end the war.

US military pier starts moving towards Gaza

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US military pier starts moving towards Gaza

The U.S. military is moving a pier towards the Gaza coast to launch a maritime port for humanitarian aid promised by President Joe Biden. The pier was pre-assembled at the Israeli port of Ashdod due to weather conditions. A British aid shipment is on its way to the temporary pier in Gaza. Israel’s assault on Gaza has led to global protests and strained relations with the U.S. Israel has been urged to address concerns about aid worker deaths in Gaza.

Jordan’s King Abdullah presses Biden to avert Israel offensive in Rafah

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Jordan’s King Abdullah presses Biden to avert Israel offensive in Rafah

Jordan’s King Abdullah warned U.S. President Joe Biden that an Israeli offensive in Rafah could lead to a new massacre of Palestinian civilians and urged urgent international action. Israel carried out airstrikes in Rafah, prompting concerns about a regional conflict. Biden pressed Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu not to proceed with a large-scale military offensive in Rafah without a plan to protect civilians. The leaders discussed the need for a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages held by Hamas. Jordan and other Arab states have been critical of Israel’s actions and have been calling for a ceasefire.

Police mass near UCLA pro-Palestinian protest camp, a day after violent clashes

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Police mass near UCLA pro-Palestinian protest camp, a day after violent clashes

Law enforcement officers gathered at the University of California at Los Angeles to clear out a pro-Palestinian protest camp that was attacked by pro-Israel supporters the night before. The police were met with jeers and chants from hundreds of pro-Palestinian activists as they moved in to remove the encampment. Similar protests and arrests of pro-Palestinian activists have been reported at other universities across the United States in response to the conflict between Hamas and Israel.

Drone footage shows a lively Gaza turned to wasteland since war began

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Drone footage shows a lively Gaza turned to wasteland since war began

Drone footage of Gaza over the six months of warfare between Israel and Hamas reveals the transformation of the once vibrant Palestinian enclave into a vast wasteland of rubble and twisted steel. Residents have been forced to seek shelter from Israeli bombardment aimed at eliminating Hamas. The conflict has resulted in the destruction of buildings, streets, and mosques, leaving Gaza in a state of devastation and despair.

Israeli military reduces troops in southern Gaza, spokesperson says

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Israeli military reduces troops in southern Gaza, spokesperson says

The Israeli military has withdrawn ground troops from the southern Gaza Strip, leaving just one brigade there. The move comes as Egypt prepares to host talks for a ceasefire and hostage release deal. The offensive in Gaza has focused on the south, with more than 33,100 Palestinians killed. Israel is facing threats from Hezbollah in Lebanon and potential retaliation from Iran. President Biden has demanded Israel improve humanitarian conditions and work towards a ceasefire, leveraging U.S. aid to influence Israeli military behavior. More than 130 hostages are still in captivity in Gaza.

Pro-Palestine protestors to gather in Nicosia marking six months since October 7

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Pro-Palestine protestors to gather in Nicosia marking six months since October 7

Hundreds are gathering in Nicosia on April 7 to mark six months since the Israeli offensive in Gaza. Organisers are calling it a “genocidal crime” and demanding an end to the blockade. The protest, co-organised by various left-wing groups, highlights the Palestinians’ struggles with food and medical shortages. The demonstration criticizes the Cypriot government’s support for the “Amalthea programme,” seen as a public relations move that doesn’t address the core issue of the blockade.