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People run for lives from air strikes and explosive-laden ‘robots’, as lifelines collapse in Gaza’s biggest urban centre.The Israeli army is pushing towards the centre of Gaza City from two directions, “sandwiching” residents and forcing them towards the coast in a bid to drive them out of the enclave’s biggest urban centre.Israeli army spokesperson Nadav Shoshani told the Reuters news agency on Thursday that infantry, tanks and artillery were advancing on the inner city, backed by the air force, with the aim of applying pressure on the armed group Hamas.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemslist 1 of 3Palestinians in Gaza…
‘Forgive us, Palestinian brothers, sisters,’ says Algerian ambassador to UN Amar Bendjama after devastating outcome.The United States vetoed a crucial United Nations Security Council resolution demanding a ceasefire in Gaza, as Israel expanded its scorched-earth offensive on Gaza City.The resolution, approved by 14 of the 15 members of the council on Thursday, called for an “immediate, unconditional and permanent ceasefire in Gaza respected by all parties”, the release of all captives held by Hamas and other groups, and a lifting of restrictions on humanitarian aid into Gaza.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemslist 1 of 3Western bids to recognise a Palestinian…
In late August, France, Germany and the United Kingdom initiated a 30-day process to reimpose sanctions in the absence of a negotiated deal on Iran’s nuclear programme.France’s President Emmanuel Macron said major European nations will likely reimpose international sanctions on Iran by the end of the month.When asked in an interview on Israel’s Channel 12 on Thursday if the so-called “snapback” sanctions would be triggered, Macron responded in the affirmative, claiming that Iran’s efforts to avoid them were “not serious”.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemslist 1 of 3Iran considers nuclear inspection access, urges action against Israellist 2 of 3Iran pushes…
Drone strike on Israeli city of Eilat caused no casualties, and follows Israeli attack on Yemen’s Hodeidah on Tuesday.The Israeli military says a drone launched “from the east” crashed in the southern city of Eilat, causing material damage but no casualties.The drone reportedly fell in the city’s hotel zone.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemslist 1 of 3Five key takeaways from Trump-Starmer meeting in UKlist 2 of 3At least 50 dead after vessel carrying Sudanese refugees catches firelist 3 of 3As Israel struck Qatar, South Africans saw echo of last decade of apartheidend of listThursday’s strike appears to be the latest…
Israel’s military says perpetrator ‘neutralised’ after entering in humanitarian aid truck from Jordan.An assailant has killed two Israeli men at the King Hussein (Allenby) Bridge crossing between Jordan and the occupied West Bank, according to Israel’s national ambulance service.The men, aged about 20 and 60, were wounded on Thursday at the Israel-controlled crossing and later pronounced dead, the service said in a statement.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemslist 1 of 3WHO warns hospitals ‘on the brink’ as Israel pushes Gaza City assaultlist 2 of 3Smotrich: Gaza could be a ‘real estate bonanza’list 3 of 3Leading Hamas official makes first comments…
Israel continues deadly bid to ethnically cleanse enclave’s largest city amid ‘cataclysmic’ humanitarian conditions.The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that Gaza’s hospitals are on the “brink of collapse” as the Israeli military’s ground invasion pushes deeper into the besieged enclave.WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on Thursday that the Israeli assault, currently centred on Gaza City, is “driving new waves of displacement, forcing traumatised families into an ever-shrinking area unfit for human dignity”.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemslist 1 of 3Aftermath of deadly Israeli strikes near Gaza hospitalslist 2 of 3‘Watershed’: How Saudi-Pakistan defence pact reshapes region’s geopoliticslist 3…
Conditional recognitions centre on Israel’s security, not Palestinians’ right to self-determination, or real accountability.In April last year, I wrote that, given the genocide it is committing in Gaza, its violent occupation of the West Bank, numerous attacks on its neighbours, and apparent disregard for international and human rights law, it was time for the international community to declare Israel a rogue state. As if we hadn’t received enough confirmation of its rogue status since then, on September 9, Israel went ahead and carried out a strike on Qatar, a key mediator in negotiations between Hamas and Israel. This, while Gaza’s…
The deal reflects the Gulf’s anxieties as US credibility wanes after Israel’s attack on Doha. But it affects India, too.Islamabad, Pakistan – A beaming Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif – welcomed with Saudi F-15 fighter jets, a red carpet, and full royal protocol – joined Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Wednesday to sign a “strategic mutual defence agreement” (SMDA).Observers say it is a landmark moment in the decades-old alliance between the two nations whose ties stretch back nearly eight decades.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemslist 1 of 4Arab, Muslim leaders unite at Doha summit following Israeli attacklist 2…
US immigration judge said prominent pro-Palestine activist withheld information on green card application.An immigration judge in the United States has ordered that pro-Palestine activist Mahmoud Khalil, who played a leading role in protests last year against Israel’s war on Gaza at the prestigious Columbia University, be deported to Algeria or Syria.Court documents, revealed on Wednesday by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), showed that Louisiana immigration Judge Jamee Comans issued the ruling on September 12, accusing Khalil of failing to disclose key information when he applied and secured lawful permanent residency in the US.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemslist 1…
Israeli forces kill at least 15 people outside al-Shifa hospital in Gaza, four more killed near al-Ahli hospital.Israeli forces have unleashed a new wave of attacks on Gaza, striking areas near some of the few hospitals still functioning, while their ground assault on Gaza City leaves a mounting civilian toll.At least 83 Palestinians were killed by Israeli forces on Thursday, medical officials told media.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemslist 1 of 4Families sue Boeing, Honeywell over June Air India crashlist 2 of 4US firing frenzy in wake of Charlie Kirk killing sparks free speech debatelist 3 of 4PSG cruise but…