After Gaza Famine Report, U.S. Is Mostly Silent and Israel Defiant
The White House has not commented on a report finding famine in Gaza. Analysts say that absent U.S. pressure, Israel is unlikely to change course.
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Famine officially declared in Gaza Strip by UN-backed global hunger monitor
Famine has been officially declared in the besieged Gaza Strip for the first time by the Integrated Food Phase Classification (IPC), the UN-backed global hunger monitor.
Israeli air force dismisses several officers over petition demanding end to Gaza war
Israel’s air force dismissed 15 officers, including one with the rank of major general, for signing a petition that calls for ending the war in the Gaza Strip to return all hostages, according to a report.
U.N.-Backed Experts Confirm Situation in Gaza City as Famine
At least half a million residents in Gaza City and its surrounding areas are officially living under famine, according to a hunger monitoring group that the United Nations and international aid groups rely on for assessing global crises.
Global Monitors Confirm Famine in Part of Gaza. What Does That Mean?
A panel of food security experts said the famine could spread to more of the enclave within weeks.
Gaza City and Surrounding Areas Officially Hit by Famine, Global Group Says
At least half a million people in the enclave were facing the most severe conditions measured by U.N.-backed international experts: starvation, acute malnutrition and death.
Israel ignoring truce attempts by launching new Gaza aggression: Hamas
Hamas says Israel is ignoring mediators’ efforts to reach a ceasefire by launching a new assault in Gaza City, believed to mark the first phase of the full occupation of the Strip.
Israel Is Expanding Its Gaza City Operation, but Where Does It Stand?
The Israeli government is widening its operation in Gaza despite its generals’ advice and as it deliberates on a new cease-fire proposal.
UK business leaders call for action against Israel over Gaza war
Hundreds of business leaders in the United Kingdom have urged the British government to take action against Israel as the crisis in the Gaza Strip worsens.
Gazans React to Israel’s Preparations to Take Over Gaza City
Palestinians expressed frustration on Wednesday over Israel’s announcement to call up tens of thousands of reservists for an operation to take control of Gaza City.