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Norway: Israel's violence against Gaza convoy activists unacceptable
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Norway: Israel's violence against Gaza convoy activists unacceptable

Norway has criticized Israel's treatment of activists from the latest Gaza convoy, reports NTB.
Israel confirms ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah
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Israel confirms ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah

Israel and the Shiite militia Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire, the Israeli military confirms, the BBC reports.
Middle East expert: Trump will have to deal with Lebanon
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Middle East expert: Trump will have to deal with Lebanon

The US and Iran are said to have agreed to end the war on all fronts - including in Lebanon. The question is whether Israel plans to play along
Skepticism in Israel as new explosions heard in Lebanon
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Skepticism in Israel as new explosions heard in Lebanon

A far-right minister in the Israeli government objects, saying the agreement between the US and Iran does not apply to Israel. The Israeli military intends to remain in southern Lebanon, where new skirmishes are reported
Israeli minister Bezalel Smotrich banned from entering France
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Israeli minister Bezalel Smotrich banned from entering France

Israel's ultranationalist Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has been banned from entering France, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot announced.
Suspected terror attack in Israel - shots fired in several locations
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Suspected terror attack in Israel - shots fired in several locations

One person was killed and five others were injured in a suspected terror attack in Israel on Sunday. The attacker opened fire at several locations before being shot dead by security forces, Israeli media reported
Spanish police clash with Gaza activists at Bilbao airport
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Spanish police clash with Gaza activists at Bilbao airport

Six activists from the Gaza convoy returned to Spain, leading to clashes with Spanish police. Israel then demanded an explanation for Spain's treatment of the activists
Israeli minister banned from entering France
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Israeli minister banned from entering France

France has banned Israeli security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir from entering the country, the foreign minister wrote on X.
Anger over Itamar Ben-Gvir's treatment of detained Gaza activists could lead to new EU sanctions
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Anger over Itamar Ben-Gvir's treatment of detained Gaza activists could lead to new EU sanctions

Anger over the way Israeli Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir treated detained Gaza activists could unite the EU behind new sanctions.
Israel deports foreign activists from Gaza convoy
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Israel deports foreign activists from Gaza convoy

Foreign activists from the Gaza convoy Global Sumud Flotilla who were arrested by Israeli authorities have been deported.
Activists forced to kneel draw strong criticism
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Activists forced to kneel draw strong criticism

Israeli Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's mocking of activists from the Gaza convoy is drawing sharp criticism from abroad - and is being questioned by the minister's own boss.
Israeli parliament approves death penalty bill that in practice applies to Palestinians
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Israeli parliament approves death penalty bill that in practice applies to Palestinians

Israel's parliament, the Knesset, has finally approved a controversial bill on the death penalty that, in practice, applies to Palestinians but not to Israelis, Haaretz reports. The law has been condemned by Sweden and several other European countries, which say it is "discriminatory
Palestinians shot with their hands outstretched
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Palestinians shot with their hands outstretched

The Israeli military is investigating an incident in the occupied West Bank where two Palestinians were shot on Thursday after they surrendered to Israeli forces.
Knesset gives first yes to death penalty
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Knesset gives first yes to death penalty

Israel's parliament, the Knesset, has in a first round voted through a controversial bill on the death penalty - which in practice applies to Palestinians but not Israelis.
Palestinians are being abused in underground prison
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Palestinians are being abused in underground prison

Palestinians locked up in the Israeli prison Rakefet are being mistreated, given inadequate food and have not seen daylight for months, the Israeli civil rights organization PCATI tells The Guardian.
Turkey issues arrest warrant for Netanyahu
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Turkey issues arrest warrant for Netanyahu

Turkey has issued an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Israel moves forward with death penalty for “terrorists”
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Israel moves forward with death penalty for “terrorists”

A controversial Israeli bill on the death penalty has been given the green light by the Knesset's security committee, Israeli media reports.
Hostage Details Torture Linked to Ben-Gvir's Statements
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Hostage Details Torture Linked to Ben-Gvir's Statements

The former hostage Bar Kuperstein testifies to violence and torture during captivity in Gaza. The abuse was justified by the Israeli Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's statements about Israel's treatment of Palestinian prisoners
Convoy Activists Report Abuse in Israeli Prison After Gaza Flotilla Arrest
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Convoy Activists Report Abuse in Israeli Prison After Gaza Flotilla Arrest

Several released convoy activists testify to abuses and violations in Israeli prison, and to specifically degrading treatment of Greta Thunberg. The Israeli Foreign Ministry denies – but Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir states "proudly" that the activists are being treated as terrorists
EU Proposes Sanctions on Israel's Ministers and Trade Over Gaza
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EU Proposes Sanctions on Israel's Ministers and Trade Over Gaza

Stopped ministers and settlers as well as increased tariffs for billions are included when the EU Commission wants to sharpen the tone against Israel's actions in Gaza. But almost everything can be rejected by unwilling EU countries – and Israel is warning of countermeasures
Israel Supreme Court Orders More Food for Palestinian Prisoners
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Israel Supreme Court Orders More Food for Palestinian Prisoners

Palestinian prisoners in Israeli high-security prisons do not get enough food. This is stated by Israel's Supreme Court and orders the authorities to give the prisoners more and better food
HRW Urges Action on Israel's Gaza Blockade Amid Humanitarian Crisis
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HRW Urges Action on Israel's Gaza Blockade Amid Humanitarian Crisis

The international community must act due to the humanitarian situation under Israel's blockade of Gaza and the country's plans for the area, believes the human rights organization HRW. "Israel's blockade has exceeded military tactics and become a tool for extermination," says HRW chief Federico Borello
Criticism Mounts Against Israel's Gaza Aid Plan
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Criticism Mounts Against Israel's Gaza Aid Plan

Israel has approved a plan for resumed aid deliveries to the Gaza Strip, which has been without emergency aid for two months due to Israel's blockade. However, when deliveries can take place is highly unclear
Israel's Blockade Leaves Gaza Residents Facing Severe Hunger Crisis
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Israel's Blockade Leaves Gaza Residents Facing Severe Hunger Crisis

Israel has not allowed emergency aid into Gaza for six weeks, and the blockade continues, according to the Defense Minister. At the same time, hunger is becoming increasingly widespread
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