The foundations of humanity are being destroyed in Gaza, says Norwegian NRC's Jan Egeland. After his visit to the war zone, he is desperate and angry. Swedish politicians say that Israel must be allowed to defend itself – but this is not self-defense. Now, hope lies with the next President of the USA.
ConflictsPete Hegseth, appointed to become Donald Trump's future defense minister, has previously suggested that a Jewish temple be built on the Temple Mount in Jerusalem. He has also opposed a two-state solution with the Palestinians.
World politicsAfter last week's violence in Amsterdam, Paris is on high alert as the French national team takes on Israel. The Gaza war is spilling over into a politically charged football world where power has a hard time setting its foot down. All the ingredients for a high-risk match are there, says author Ekim Çaglar.
FootballThe Islamist group Islamic Jihad has released a new video featuring Sasha Trufanov, who was taken captive during the October 7 attack and has since been a hostage in Gaza. The 29-year-old's mother says she is increasingly worried about her son's situation.
WorldDo not assume that Donald Trump will support an Israeli annexation of the West Bank during his second term. The warning to Israeli ministers comes from employees in Trump's previous government, according to sources.
World politicsA top-level meeting with the Arab League and Islamic countries was able to agree on a strongly worded final communiqué directed towards Israel.
World politicsAt least 30 people have been killed in two Israeli air strikes against the Gaza Strip, according to the Palestinian territory's civil defense authority. Israel's military announces that an offensive against northern Gaza will continue.
ConflictsFrance is considering new sanctions against individuals who enable the expansion of Israeli settlements on the occupied West Bank, says France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot during a visit to the area.
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