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Biden and 17 other world leaders issue call for Hamas to release remaining hostages in Gaza
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Quick Glance: Biden and 17 World Leaders Urge Hamas to Release Hostages
- President Biden and 17 world leaders issued a joint statement urging Hamas to accept a hostage deal to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza.
- The statement stresses the immediate release of hostages and a sustained ceasefire in Gaza to facilitate humanitarian aid and end hostilities.
- Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar is accused of hindering progress by rejecting the deal and holding onto hostages instead of pursuing a ceasefire.
- The Biden administration and mediators from Qatar and Egypt have received signals from Hamas indicating readiness to engage in negotiations, but the sincerity of these intentions remains uncertain.
UN calls for investigation into mass graves uncovered at two Gaza hospitals: The United Nations is calling for “a clear, transparent and credible investigation” ...
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Quick Glance: UN Calls for Investigation into Mass Graves at Two Gaza Hospitals
- The United Nations called for a thorough and transparent investigation into the mass graves at two major hospitals in Gaza that were searched by Israeli troops.
- It was emphasized that investigators must have access to the sites, and a greater number of journalists should be able to work safely in Gaza to report on the facts.
- Some of the bodies belonged to individuals killed during the hospital siege, while others were victims when Israeli forces raided the hospital.
- The discovery of the graves highlights the urgency of a ceasefire, the end of the conflict, improved access for humanitarian aid, the protection of hospitals, and the release of Israeli hostages.
Israel gears up for Rafah civilian evacuation ahead of promised assault: Israel has procured tens of thousands of tents for Palestinian civilians it intends to ...
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Quick Glance: Israeli Forces Ready to Conquer Rafah in Gaza, Awaiting Government Approval
- The Israel Defense Forces have completed all necessary preparations to capture the southernmost city of Rafah in the Gaza Strip and can initiate an operation once they receive government authorization, as stated by a senior Israeli defense official.
- This official informed Reuters that Israel is planning to take control of Rafah, considered the final Hamas stronghold in Gaza, evacuate Palestinian civilians from the area, and launch an assault against Hamas fighters.
- According to a spokesperson for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government, Israel is progressing with a ground operation without specifying a timeline for the action.
- Various Israeli reports indicated that top Israeli security officials traveled to Egypt on Wednesday to coordinate the planned offensive in Rafah.
Mass graves in the Gaza Strip what we know: Palestinians report that hundreds of dead have been discovered in mass graves in the Gaza Strip. Who are the dead ...
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Hamas Pressured to Release Hostages in Gaza by US, Allies: The US and 17 other nations pressed Hamas to release their citizens who are missing or held hostage in ...
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UN officials call for probe into reports of mass graves at Gaza hospitals: Human rights chief says he is horrified by destruction at Nasser and al-Shifa medical ...
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Pope Francis calls for peace in Ukraine, Gaza: ‘A negotiated peace is better than a war without end’
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Hamas official who sought endless war after Oct. 7 says it could put down arms for 2-state deal
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Israel has procured tens of thousands of tents for Palestinian civilians it intends to evacuate from Rafah in the coming weeks ahead of a promised assault on ... Show more reut.rs/4deOiv9
Erdogan must not roll out the red carpet for Hamas: The photos of the Turkish president with the Hamas boss in Istanbul are irritating. Courting the terrorist ...
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Quick Glance: Turkey Should Not Provide Sanctuary to Hamas
- The images of the meeting between the Turkish President and the Hamas leader in Istanbul are causing unease. Supporting the terrorist organization is problematic. The Islamists are no longer suitable as negotiating partners for resolving the Middle East conflict.
- Recep Tayyip Erdogan received Hamas leader Ismail Haniya with a certain statesmanship and drew parallels between Hamas and Turkish insurgents. Turkey adamantly refuses to categorize Hamas as a terrorist organization.
- Speculations are arising about a potential relocation of Hamas leaders from Qatar to Turkey. Qatar is under pressure due to its closeness to Islamists. Turkey could be an appealing choice for Hamas.
- Moving the Hamas headquarters to Turkey would be a provocation towards Israel and its allies. Hamas has discredited itself as a reliable negotiating partner. A political resolution of the Middle East conflict should exclude the involvement of Hamas.
Review of UNWRA finds Israel did not express concern about staff: An independent review of the neutrality of the U.N. agency helping Palestinian refugees has ...
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Quick Glance: UNRWA Report Highlights Lack of Evidence for Israel's Employee Militancy Claims
- An independent review commissioned by the United Nations found that Israel has not provided evidence to support its accusation that a 'significant' number of employees of the U.N. relief agency for Palestinian refugees in the Gaza Strip are members of terrorist organizations.
- The review, led by former French foreign minister Catherine Colonna, revealed that UNRWA 'plays an indispensable and irreplaceable role in the region,' despite issues such as employees expressing political views and offices being used for 'political or military purposes'.
- The review listed recommendations to enhance UNRWA operations, including improved training, more rigorous employee screening, and a thorough review of all textbooks and supplements.
- Concerns were raised regarding the screening of UNRWA employees and the content of textbooks, while Israel has yet to provide evidence to support the claim that a significant number of UNRWA employees are members of terrorist organizations.
Israel says US military aid sends 'strong message' to enemies: UN human rights chief Volker Turk called for an "independent" probe into the ...
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Live updates: Israel-Hamas war, US funding for Israel, crisis in Gaza: The US Senate has passed a funding package that will provide $26.4 billion to aid Israel ...
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Some Palestinians forced to flee homes as Israel shells northern Gaza: Some Palestinian civilians were fleeing their homes in northern Gaza on Wednesday (Apr 24) ...
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Hamas and Iran celebrate anti-Gaza war protests taking US colleges by storm: Palestinian militant group Hamas and Iran's supreme leader are throwing their ...
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Johnson defends Israel when asked about children’s deaths: House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Wednesday doubled down on his support for Israel ...
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Biden signs bill that includes funding for Israel, aid for Gaza: Biden has signed a $95 billion foreign aid bill, which includes $26 billion for Israel and ...
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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
What are the obligations of Israel and Hamas to protect civilians?: International Humanitarian Law creates obligations—but contains numerous caveats
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Gaza could surpass famine thresholds in six weeks - WFP: Gaza could surpass famine thresholds of food insecurity, malnutrition and mortality in six weeks ...
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Israeli military intelligence chief resigns over failure to prevent Hamas attack: The Israeli military say the head of its intelligence corps has resigned over ...
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Quick Glance: Israeli Military Intelligence Chief Resigns Over Hamas Attack Failures
- The head of Israeli military intelligence resigned due to the failures surrounding Hamas’ unprecedented attack on October 7, marking the first senior resignation in Israel's history.
- Maj. Gen. Aharon Haliva’s resignation could trigger additional resignations among Israel’s top security officials in response to the Hamas attack that initiated the Gaza war.
- Haliva, alongside other military and security leaders, were expected to address the evident failures leading up to and during October 7.
- Israel and its esteemed security forces were caught entirely off guard by the Hamas attack on a Jewish holiday, shattering trust in the military. The resignation may contribute to rebuilding some of this trust.
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken dismissed accusations of the United States having a double standard regarding Israel and human rights ... Show more
Live updates: Israel-Hamas war, Netanyahu criticizes US sanctions plans, UNRWA review
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Hamas video of Gaza captive Hersh Goldberg-Polin triggers Israel protests: The 23-year-old Israeli American criticises Israeli PM Netanyahu in the undated ...
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Comedian Bassem Youssef says that Israel is always finding ways to justify why civilians in Gaza are getting killed, accusing them of belonging to Hamas ... Show more
Amid Passover, both sides eye resumption of wider war in Gaza : Israel called up two reserve brigades for Gaza and analysts see the increased military activity ...
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Israel Calls Up Reserve Brigades Ahead of Expected Rafah Offensive: Egypt helps put up tent camps in the Gaza Strip to handle flow of civilian refugees.
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Live updates: Israel-Hamas war, West Bank violence, Iran tensions: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel would soon land "additional and painful blows" ...
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Police said to use ‘skunk,’ water cannons to disperse Jerusalem rally for hostages
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Ilhan Omar weighs in on Columbia protests where daughter was arrested: Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) on Monday applauded the solidarity among the Columbia University ...
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War in the Middle East: clashes at US universities: Tensions are growing at several US universities due to the war in Gaza. Recently there have been repeated ...
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Live updates: Israel-Hamas war, West Bank violence, Iran tensions: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel would soon land "additional and painful blows" ...
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Orders for new evacuations as strikes in Gaza intensify: Israeli strikes intensified across Gaza yesterday in some of the heaviest shelling in weeks ...
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Car Attack in Jerusalem Injures at Least 3: The police arrested two men who fled the area after a car rammed into pedestrians. The Israeli authorities said the ...
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Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh blamed Israel for stalling a ceasefire, saying they need to agree on a complete withdrawal from Gaza ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/erdogan-meets-hamas-leader-turkey-discusses-efforts-regional-peace-2024-04-20/
Israel Moves Closer to Rafah Invasion as Iran Crisis Wanes: Israeli leaders say they intend to go ahead with uprooting Hamas in its last stronghold ...
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Biden replaces coordinator for Gaza aid with head of US Institute of Peace: The Biden administration is appointing the head of the U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) ...
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🔴 Live: Israeli military rejects allegations of mass graves in Gaza hospital: Israel's military rejected on Tuesday Palestinian allegations of mass burials and ...
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Israeli strikes on southern Gaza city of Rafah kill 18, mostly children, as U.S. advances aid package
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Quick Glance: Israeli Strikes in Rafah Kill 22, Mostly Children, as US Advances Aid Package
- Israeli strikes in the southern Gaza city of Rafah killed 22 people, including 18 children. The United States is on track to approve billions of dollars of additional military aid to Israel.
- The conflict between Israel and Hamas has killed over 34,000 Palestinians, with at least two-thirds being children and women. The devastation in Gaza has left a swath of destruction.
- The $26 billion aid package approved by the House of Representatives includes around $9 billion in humanitarian assistance for Gaza, which experts say is on the brink of famine.
- Tensions between Israel and Iran have escalated, leading to direct hostilities. The region is in turmoil, with violence escalating in the West Bank.
According to the authority controlled by the militant Islamist Hamas, 73 bodies are said to have been recovered from the mass grave.
U.S. cites a litany of rights violations in Israel, Gaza and West Bank: The Gaza war has worsened the human rights situation in Israel, a new State Department ...
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Israel’s war on Gaza live: Army-intel chief resigns over Hamas attack: Major-General Aharon Haliva is the first senior official to step down over failures ...
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Hamas hits out at 'false' accusations by US that it 'moved goalposts' on ceasefire
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Caesarean section in the Gaza Strip: Doctors remove baby from dying mother's womb
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IDF announces death of reservist killed in northern Gaza, bringing ground op toll to 261
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DC students, faculty launch combined pro-Palestine protest at GWU: Students and faculty from colleges and universities around the D.C. area launched a combined ...
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Israel pounds Gaza as West Bank violence surges: GAZA STRIP: Israel carried out deadly strikes in Gaza, first responders in the war-battered Palestinian ...
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Quick Glance: Israeli Strikes on Rafah Kill 22, Mostly Children, as US Advances Aid Package
- Israeli strikes on the southern Gaza city of Rafah overnight killed 22 people, including 18 children, as the US House of Representatives approved $13 billion in new Israeli military aid.
- However, fears of wider war breaking out in the Middle East have eased somewhat after Iran downplayed Israel’s reported retaliation over its unprecedented missile and drone attack on the country a week ago.
- Israel has carried out near-daily air raids on Rafah and vowed to expand its ground offensive against the Hamas militant group to the city on the border with Egypt despite calls for restraint, including from the US.
- Tensions have also spiked in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, with Israeli troops killing two Palestinians who attacked a checkpoint with a knife and a gun near the southern West Bank town of Hebron.
BREAKING: The head of Israeli military intelligence has resigned over failures around the 7 October attack.
Aharon Haliva is the first senior figure to step ... Show more news.sky.com/story/middle-east-latest-un-nuclear-watchdog-concerned-israel-could-target-iranian-nuclear-facilities-in-revenge-attack-12978800
On war’s 200th day, Israel intensifies Gaza operations; soldier killed in action: IDF Arabic spokesman warns civilians to evacuate from fighting zones in Strip's ...
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Hamas terrorism and US antisemitism cast shadow over Passover for American Jews: Jews will celebrate Passover in the shadow of Hamas' Oct. 7 attack on Israel – ...
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Gaza live: 324 bodies recovered from Khan Younis mass grave: Hamas says willing to lay down arms in new Palestinian state
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Pro-Palestinian protests spread at US universities: AUSTIN, United States: Spiralling pro-Palestinian protests that are rocking universities across the United ...
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Quick Glance: College Protests Erupting Across America
- Pro-Palestinian protests surge on US campuses, challenging school leadership.
- Conflict sparked post-Hamas attack, escalating into protests and arrests.
- Protesters demand divestment from Israel-linked entities at universities.
- Political leaders call for Columbia president's resignation over chaos and antisemitism.
Ahead of Rafah invasion, Gazans mourn martyrs | kuwaittimes: Ahead of Rafah invasion, Gazans mourn martyrs - World - GAZA: Palestinians on Thursday mourned ...
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Commentary: On Israel trip, we found Israelis grateful for US friendship and support
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Ship comes under attack off coast of Yemen as Houthi rebel campaign appears to gain new speed
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IDF intelligence chief resigns; independent report on UNRWA released: The head of intelligence at the Israel Defense Forces, Maj. Gen. Aharon Haliva ...
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War cabinet discusses Rafah op, amid reported new initiative on hostage talks: Hostage families stage demonstration outside military headquarters; IDF ...
timesofisrael.com/no-plan-to-delay-war-cabinet-discusses-rafah-op-hostage-talks/
UK and US call for release of Hamas hostages: Joint letter was signed by the leaders of 17 countries, as crisis talks have faltered
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Biden meets 4-year-old Abigail Edan, an American who was held hostage by Hamas: President Joe Biden met Wednesday with Abigail Edan, the 4-year-old American girl ...
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No longer a proud Buckeye. Ohio State president using dog whistle to muzzle free speech
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Support among swing-state voters for US aid to Israel has plunged in the months since the country launched its campaign to root out Hamas in the Gaza Strip ... Show more www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-25/us-aid-to-israel-support-drops-as-outrage-over-war-gaza-grows
Health ministry in Hamas-run Gaza says war death toll at 34,305: The health ministry in Hamas-run Gaza said Thursday that at least 34,305 people have been killed ...
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Biden says Israel must allow aid to Palestinians ‘without delay’: WASHINGTON: President Joe Biden on Wednesday demanded that new humanitarian aid be allowed to ...
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Harvard latest school to see pro-Palestinian encampments: Harvard University is the latest U.S. college to have pro-Palestinian encampments go up on its grounds ...
thehill.com/homenews/education/4618417-harvard-pro-palestinian-encampments-student-protests-israel-gaza-hamas/
Amnesty: 'Moral failure' over Gaza leaves world order 'on brink of collapse': Charity accuses Israel of causing famine and allies of abandoning human rights ...
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Quick Glance: Israel's Assault on Gaza: Near Collapse of International Law
- Amnesty International warns of the breakdown of international law and global human rights due to government aggression and the rise of big tech.
- Israel is criticized for the war on Gaza, targeting civilian populations. The international community is accused of being inactive in holding Benjamin Netanyahu's government accountable.
- Amnesty also condemns Russia for the invasion of Ukraine and China for human rights abuses. The organization highlights the growing power of big tech companies and the misuse of AI.
- Calls for reforms in the UN Security Council and better regulation of technologies are made. Despite challenges, people globally continue to advocate for human rights and social justice.
Gaza: AI changing speed, scale and harm of modern war: As Israel’s air campaign in Gaza enters its sixth month after Hamas’s terrorist attacks on October 7 ...
asiatimes.com/2024/04/gaza-ai-changing-speed-scale-and-harm-of-modern-war/
Columbia University classes go remote as U.S. campuses divided over Israel-Hamas conflict
standardmedia.co.ke/america/article/2001493840/columbia-university-classes-go-remote-as-us-campuses-divided-over-israel-hamas-conflict
#FirstpostAmerica : The spokesperson for Hamas’s armed wing the Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades, Abu Obeida, called on Tuesday for an escalation across all fronts in a ... Show more
Rafah invasion will be ineffective, jeopardize Egypt-Israel peace: SIS chief - Foreign Affairs - Egypt
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Israel’s military has conducted all necessary preparations to take Rafah, which it deems the last Hamas bastion in the Gaza Strip ... Show more www.dawn.com/live/gaza-invasion #DawnToday
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