Israeli forces have arrested nearly 50 Palestinians and raided roughly 70 homes in the West Bank village of Tal, southwest of Nablus, following a shooting that killed four Palestinians and two Israeli soldiers. The operation, described by the Israeli military as “extensive,” stems from a directive by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister … Read more
During the five-day D-8 Halal Expo Indonesia (D-8 HEI) in Jakarta, transaction commitments reached approximately USD 13.4 million, according to event organizers. The inaugural exhibition brought together Indonesian business actors and partners from various D-8 member states, highlighting the growing economic integration within the international community. Transaction Commitments and Business Matching Results The pioneer D-8 … Read more
The Israeli army is constructing a giant earthen barrier to divide the more than 50 percent of Gaza under its control from the rest of the enclave, according to satellite imagery reported by Haaretz on July 23, 2026. This construction deepens Palestinian fears that Israel intends to permanently retain the territory, extending well beyond the … Read more
The election of Khalil al-Hayya as the new leader of Hamas has sparked polarized reactions among Palestinians in Gaza, where many residents prioritize immediate survival over internal political shifts. While political observers view the transition as a bid for organizational continuity, residents trapped by the ongoing war emphasize that leadership changes have yet to address … Read more
The Australian government has updated its travel advice for Jordan, Oman, and Saudi Arabia, moving all three nations to a “reconsider your need to travel” status. According to the federal government’s Smartraveller portal, the decision stems from a “volatile” security situation in the Middle East, with officials warning that airspace and borders may close with … Read more
At least 14 Palestinians were killed in a series of Israeli strikes across the Gaza Strip on Friday, including eight people killed when a drone targeted a funeral procession in the Al-Balata market area of the Nuseirat refugee camp. According to Gaza’s civil defence agency and Al-Awda Hospital, the strike also left 20 others injured. … Read more
Palestinian health officials report that the death toll in Gaza has reached 73,231 since October 2023, with at least 1,108 people killed since the October ceasefire. Ongoing military operations, including strikes on “humanitarian zones” and medical facilities, continue to disrupt aid delivery and essential services, while the UN warns of a deepening humanitarian crisis fueled … Read more
United Nations officials have accused Hamas of obstructing humanitarian aid operations in Gaza and endangering staff, following an incident at a World Food Programme (WFP) warehouse in Jabalia. The Palestinian group has rejected these claims, characterizing the event as a legitimate law enforcement operation to intercept smuggled commercial goods. UN report on Jabalia distribution point … Read more
The United Nations Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory has issued an urgent call for the immediate, unconditional release of Dr. Hussam Abu Safia, the 52-year-old director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza. According to the UN commission, there are credible reports that Abu Safia has endured “continued and severe abuse” … Read more
Hamas announced Monday it will dissolve its governing administration in the Gaza Strip and transfer authority to the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), a technocratic body established under a United Nations Security Council resolution. The transition aims to fulfill requirements of the US-backed peace process, though the move faces immediate skepticism from … Read more