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Israel Defense Forces (IDF)—Military forces of the State of Israel conducting operations in Gaza and the West Bank

Hamas—Palestinian militant organization governing the Gaza Strip since 2007

Palestinian Authority (PA)—Governing body of parts of the occupied West Bank

Benjamin Netanyahu—Prime Minister of Israel

UNRWA—UN agency providing aid and services to Palestinian refugees

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Naftali Bennett says Israel - US alliance is at risk , calls for stronger public diplomacy

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Naftali Bennett says Israel - US alliance is at risk , calls for stronger public diplomacy

Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett stated on Tuesday that Israel's alliance with the United States is at risk due to deteriorating public perception and a neglect of public diplomacy. Bennett urged Israel to invest in a robust public relations strategy, warning that reliance on any single US president's support is insufficient for long-term security.

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IDF kills Hezbollah operatives in southern Lebanon amid fragile ceasefire

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IDF kills Hezbollah operatives in southern Lebanon amid fragile ceasefire

On Tuesday afternoon, the IDF reported killing Hezbollah operatives approaching its positions on the Ali Taher Ridge in southern Lebanon, with local Lebanese media stating two were killed and two wounded in the first incident and four targeted in a second. Despite these incidents interrupting a relative calm, the broader ceasefire appeared to hold as Hezbollah stated Israel violated the truce but did not retaliate militarily, while direct talks on IDF withdrawals continue in Washington.

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IDF controls approx . 70 % of Gaza Strip , Southern Command prepares for next phase

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IDF controls approx . 70 % of Gaza Strip , Southern Command prepares for next phase

The IDF now controls approximately 70% of the Gaza Strip, with defense officials anticipating further expansion of operational control in the coming months. This comes as Israeli defense officials are concerned Hamas is delaying a ceasefire agreement while rebuilding its capabilities and preparing for renewed fighting.

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Israel continues to commit genocide by targeting children in Gaza, UN inquiry finds

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Israel continues to commit genocide by targeting children in Gaza, UN inquiry finds

A UN independent commission of inquiry released a report on Tuesday finding that Israeli forces deliberately targeted and killed Palestinian children in Gaza, constituting genocide. The report noted that about 30% of those killed by Israeli forces were children and that this intentional targeting demonstrates genocidal intent, which Israel rejected as a 'libellous sham.'

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UN warns Palestinian children 'defenceless' amid Israeli crackdown on NGOs

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Middle East Eye

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UN warns Palestinian children 'defenceless' amid Israeli crackdown on NGOs

The UN Committee on the Rights of the Child warned on Monday that Palestinian children are increasingly unprotected as Israel obstructs the work of human rights organizations by designating them as "terrorists." These Israeli measures, including raids and financial sanctions, impede vital humanitarian efforts, leaving children "defenceless" and risking impunity for rights violations.

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Inside the surreal UK parliament debate on pro-Israel influence dominated by lobby group members

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Middle East Eye

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Inside the surreal UK parliament debate on pro-Israel influence dominated by lobby group members

The UK parliament's Westminster Hall debated a petition with 118,000 signatures calling for a public inquiry into pro-Israel influence on Monday evening. The debate was dominated by Conservative and Labour MPs—many of whom are members of pro-Israel lobby groups—who argued the petition was antisemitic, while the government declined to support an inquiry.

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Israel’s deliberate targeting of Gaza children part of genocide: UN inquiry

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Israel’s deliberate targeting of Gaza children part of genocide: UN inquiry

A United Nations commission of inquiry stated on Tuesday that Israel's deliberate targeting of children in Gaza constitutes genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. The report found that approximately 30 percent of those killed in Gaza were children and noted a rise in miscarriages and birth defects due to attacks on maternity care and an aid blockade.

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'They spat in my face': Palestinians describe abuse at Gaza crossings

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Middle East Eye

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'They spat in my face': Palestinians describe abuse at Gaza crossings

Mahmoud al-Najjar, a Palestinian student with a scholarship to Italy, was arrested by Israeli forces at the Karem Abu Salem crossing in early June, with his family only learning of his detention through social media. Al-Najjar's family, who lost relatives in an October bombardment, are now in acute anxiety as human rights organizations have been unable to confirm his status or facilitate visits since his detention.

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UN inquiry: Israel deliberately targeted Palestinian children as part of genocide

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Middle East Eye

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UN inquiry: Israel deliberately targeted Palestinian children as part of genocide

The UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry concluded on Tuesday that Israel deliberately targeted Palestinian children in Gaza and the West Bank, documenting at least 20,179 children killed and 44,143 wounded between 7 October 2023 and 7 October 2025. The report identifies specific military units and describes ongoing killings after the October 2025 ceasefire, attributing genocidal intent to Israel.

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Demand for tunnel maps and personal weapons tests Gaza talks

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Demand for tunnel maps and personal weapons tests Gaza talks

Nickolay Mladenov, the high representative for Gaza, demanded the complete disarmament of Hamas, including tunnel maps and private weapons, during ceasefire talks in Cairo. The demand has become the primary obstacle, as Palestinian factions refuse unconditional disarmament and link weapons handover to Israeli withdrawal and political guarantees.

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Pregnant and imprisoned: Palestinian women face harsh conditions in Israeli jails

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Middle East Eye

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Pregnant and imprisoned: Palestinian women face harsh conditions in Israeli jails

Israeli forces arrested Manar Karaja, who was two months pregnant, from her home in the occupied West Bank on April 30. The Palestinian Prisoners' Club reported that Karaja and two other pregnant women held in Damon Prison face harsh detention conditions, including inadequate nutrition and medical care, exacerbating their physical and psychological suffering.

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‘Killed pursuing her dream’: Gaza girl on her way to school dies in Israeli drone strike

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‘Killed pursuing her dream’: Gaza girl on her way to school dies in Israeli drone strike

On Monday morning in Gaza City's Rimal neighborhood, 17-year-old Raghad Ashour was killed in an Israeli drone strike while en route to a learning center. At least five others were wounded in the attack, which occurred as students face widespread disruption to education due to ongoing conflict.

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UN commission of inquiry says Israel committing genocide in Gaza by deliberately targeting children

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UN commission of inquiry says Israel committing genocide in Gaza by deliberately targeting children

A UN commission of inquiry stated that Israel has deliberately targeted Palestinian children in Gaza, alleging genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes. Israel's foreign ministry rejected the report as a "libellous sham," while the commission cited "reasonable grounds" that these acts form part of a deliberate strategy to destroy the future of Palestinians by targeting their children.

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Hezbollah operations find , target IDF senior command in Lebanon

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Hezbollah operations find , target IDF senior command in Lebanon

IDF sources warn Hezbollah is using radio activity and technological efforts, primarily at night, to locate and target senior Israeli military commanders in southern Lebanon. These findings, following several incidents including drone strikes and explosive devices, necessitate a re-evaluation of IDF operational patterns amid ongoing cross-border exchanges.

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Even if Netanyahu is voted out, Israel's ethnic cleansing agenda will continue apace

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Middle East Eye

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Even if Netanyahu is voted out, Israel's ethnic cleansing agenda will continue apace

Submitted by Antony Loewenstein on Fri, 06/19/2026 - 16:45 Palestinians are being attacked and displaced on a regular basis - and none of the prime minister's potential successors elucidate a different future An Israeli settler stands among Israeli forces gathering near Palestinian protesters in the village of Idna, in the occupied West Bank, on 5 June 2026 (Hazem Bader/AFP) On Naftali Bennett, the former Israeli prime minister and aspirant for the top job in this year’s election, was upset. He

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Hamas , French officials hold top secret meeting , first since October 7

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Hamas , French officials hold top secret meeting , first since October 7

Senior Hamas political bureau leaders held a highly confidential meeting with a French delegation in an unspecified Middle Eastern country, marking the first such encounter since October 7. The discussions focused on Palestinian internal affairs, national reconciliation, and advancing a political process for a two-state solution along the 1967 borders.

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Moroccan military officers arrive in Israel to join nascent international Gaza force

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Times of Israel

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Moroccan military officers arrive in Israel to join nascent international Gaza force

Board of Peace official says group to assist in building the force and provide expertise, though little progress has been made on deploying it and implementing Trump's Gaza plan.

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Israel Ambassador to UAE says Iran war brought Gulf States , Israel closer

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Israel Ambassador to UAE says Iran war brought Gulf States , Israel closer

Israel's Ambassador to the UAE, Yossi Shelley, stated on Tuesday that Iran's recent attacks have strengthened strategic partnerships between Israel and Gulf states established under the Abraham Accords. Shelley cited Iran's missile and drone assaults, including approximately 3,000 projectiles toward the UAE, as evidence of shared security interests necessitating joint defense efforts.

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Israeli forces set olive trees on fire in occupied West Bank

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Al Jazeera

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Israeli forces set olive trees on fire in occupied West Bank

Israeli forces set fire to olive trees in the Palestinian village of Rummanah in the occupied West Bank, northwest of Jenin. This incident follows a pattern of targeting olive groves and farmers by Israeli settlers and soldiers in the region in recent months.

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Board of Peace members to ‘recalibrate’ at Cyprus resort after rocky first six months

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Board of Peace members to ‘recalibrate’ at Cyprus resort after rocky first six months

Representatives from various committees established by US to oversee postwar Gaza reconstruction look to get on same page after limited results for Gazans since January unveiling.

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