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Nearly 80 Killed by Israeli Fire in Gaza Amid Aid Distribution Chaos
Nearly 80 people have been killed by Israeli fire in Gaza during the Wednesday day, reports the war-torn area's civil defense. .
Calls for Gaza Ceasefire Grow After Iran Agreement
After the agreement on ceasefire with Iran, among others the Israeli opposition is urging an end to the war against Hamas. From Gaza come continued regular reports of deadly attacks on Palestinians queuing to receive emergency aid.
Gaza Aid Group Criticized, Open to Cooperation for More Help
The heavily criticized Israel- and USA-supported aid group Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) which hands out emergency aid in Gaza says on Saturday that more help is needed. .
UN Warns of Escalating Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan
The situation in Sudan, already severely damaged by civil war, is deteriorating as the fighting escalates. The warning comes from the UN's human rights chief Volker Türk, who notes that human rights abuses, sexual violence and abductions of civilians are increasing in intensity and scope.
Jafar Panahi Criticizes Israel and Iranian Regimes for Violence
The Iranian film maker Jafar Panahi condemns Israel's attack on his home country – and criticizes the Iranian regime at the same time. .
Israel's Self-Defense Claim Against Iran Lacks Legal Basis, Expert Says
Israel claims self-defense in its major attack on Iran. But it would not have held up in court, assesses international law expert Jann Kleffner: There is no basis in international law for such an armed attack, believe most people, including myself.
UNHCR to Cut 3,500 Jobs Amid Funding Shortfall
Almost a third of the jobs at the UN's refugee agency UNHCR will disappear to cover increased costs and lack of funding. A total of 3,500 jobs are involved.
Eight Palestinians Killed Near Gaza Aid Distribution Points
At least eight Palestinians have been killed and dozens injured in connection with a shooting near aid distribution points in Gaza, according to representatives of the healthcare sector. .
Ocean Protection Agreement Nears Ratification as Sweden Delays
An important agreement that is meant to protect the deep sea is approaching. When the UN's ocean conference in Nice is concluded, 50 of the 60 countries required for it to come into force have ratified the agreement.
UN Warns Refugee Numbers Remain Unsustainably High at 122 Million
The number of people who have been forced to flee their homes has decreased slightly, but continues to be "unacceptably high" in the world, according to the UN. .
Conflicting Accounts on Deaths of Aid Workers in Gaza
Terror-labelled Hamas is accused of having attacked a bus and killed at least eight employees from the criticized aid organization GHF. Hamas claims at the same time that it is about Israel-supported militia members.
RSF Claims Control of Strategic Zone on Sudan-Libya-Egypt Border
Sudan's paramilitary force Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has taken over a strategic zone bordering Egypt and Libya, after the country's army announced that it has withdrawn from the region. This was stated by the RSF on Wednesday.
Military Confirms 700 Troops Sent to Los Angeles Amid Protests
Los Angeles is on high alert after the recent days' violent demonstrations. Now the President of the USA, Donald Trump, is sending 700 marines to the city.
Food Distribution in Gaza Amid Reports of Fatal Shootings
Criticized aid organization GHF claims to have distributed over one million meals in Gaza on Sunday – without incidents. At the same time, new reports are emerging about fatal shootings near the distribution sites.
UN Security Council Faces Dysfunction Amid Global Conflicts
Raging wars and blatant war crimes are shaking the UN to its foundations. Something is being torn apart when principles are politicized and no one is able to put their foot down, says the UN's outgoing refugee chief Filippo Grandi to TT: If we do not demand accountability for crimes, we are in a dangerous situation.
Two Fired Amid Criticism of Gaza Aid Effort
Two people "in key roles" are fired from the heavily criticized aid initiative in Gaza, reports The Washington Post. All aid centers are currently being kept closed.
Emergency Aid in Gaza Halted Again Due to Safety Concerns
Controversial Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), which is responsible for the distribution of emergency aid in war-torn Gaza, announces that all aid centers are temporarily closed due to congestion. There are no announcements about when they will reopen.
UN Warns of Rising Acute Malnutrition in Gaza's Children
2,733 children under the age of five. This many were diagnosed with acute malnutrition in Gaza, just during the second half of May.
Minister: Israel's Gaza Blockade May Constitute War Crime
Much indicates that Israel's blockade of aid to Gaza constitutes a war crime. This is stated by Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (The Moderate Party) in Ekot's Saturday interview.
Israel Linked to Gaza Aid Center Shooting: CNN Investigation
Over 30 Palestinians were shot dead near Israel's distribution point for emergency aid in Gaza on Sunday. Israel denies involvement – but this is contradicted by a new mapping.
Israeli Attacks in Gaza Result in Multiple Casualties
Israel's escalated warfare continues to claim casualties on the ground in the Gaza Strip. A drone attack has been directed at a hospital facility in the city of Gaza.
14 Dead in Sudan Refugee Camp Attack by RSF Forces
At least 14 people have been killed and several injured when a hunger-stricken refugee camp was attacked by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan on Wednesday. According to aid workers on site, the camp was subjected to "heavy artillery fire".
UN Reports Discovery of Dead Bodies After Libya Clashes
A large number of dead bodies have been found in Libya's capital Tripoli after clashes between rival armed groups, reports the UN. .
Gaza Aid Efforts Face Chaos and Criticism Amid Israeli Attacks
A new and untested organization with unclear financing. A chief who resigned after only a few weeks.
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