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At least 57 killed in Gaza in 24 hours as Israel withdraws from ceasefire talks
Israeli PM looking at ‘alternative options’ to the discussions in Doha after removing his negotiatorsAt least 57 people were killed in Gaza over the past 24 hours, many killed while seeking aid as well as by Israeli airstrikes, with ceasefire talks app…
Starmer says plan to airdrop Gaza aid and evacuate ill children will go ahead
Leaders of UK, France and Germany call for lifting of aid restrictions and immediate ceasefire after holding talksIsrael-Gaza war live – latest updatesKeir Starmer has confirmed the government will be “taking forward” plans to airdrop aid into Gaza and…
No Proof Hamas Routinely Stole U.N. Aid, Israeli Military Officials Say
Israel has long restricted aid to Gaza on the argument that Hamas steals it to use as a weapon of control over the population. On Saturday, the Israeli military announced new airdrops of aid.
Cambodia and Thailand continue fighting despite Trump claim of ‘immediate’ ceasefire talks
Both sides launch fresh attacks but Thai and Cambodian leaders said to be meeting in Malaysia on Monday for talksThai and Cambodian leaders will meet in Malaysia on Monday for talks to end hostilities, a spokesperson for the Thai prime minister’s offic…
UK ban on Palestine Action at odds with international law, says UN rights chief
Volker Türk says the Home Office proscription restricts right to freedom of expression and peaceful assemblyThe UK government’s ban on Palestine Action limits the rights and freedoms of people in the UK and is at odds with international law, the UN hum…
Israel trying to deflect blame for widespread starvation in Gaza
Officials and ministers either deny that Palestinians are being affected by hunger or say it is not Israel’s faultMiddle East crisis live – latest updatesIsrael is pursuing an extensive PR effort to remove itself from blame for the starvation and killi…
Australia Says Gaza Situation Beyond ‘Worst Fears’ as Pressure Mounts on Israel
Some of Israel’s closest allies have stepped up criticism of its restrictions on aid to Gaza, where doctors and aid organizations say people are dying of starvation.
Iran Started New Talks Over Its Nuclear Program. Here’s What to Know.
Three European powers met with an Iranian minister to try to reopen negotiations over the limits of its nuclear activities.
France to recognise Palestinian state at UN general assembly, Macron says
French president announced decision on X, saying he hoped it would bring ‘lasting peace’ to Middle East France to recognise Palestine as a state – Middle East crisis liveFrance will recognise a Palestinian state in September at the UN general assembly,…