Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has traveled to Washington to engage in crucial discussions with top officials from the Biden administration regarding the ongoing conflicts with Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah in Lebanon. Gallant, accompanied by the Israel Defense Forces’ deputy chief of staff, is scheduled to meet with US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, Secretary of State Antony Blinken, and President Biden’s special envoy Amos Hochstein. The visit comes amidst claims by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of a significant decrease in US arms shipments to Israel. Gallant has described the talks as "critical" and will likely focus on strategies to address the escalating tensions in both Gaza and Lebanon.

In the latest annual report to the Security Council, the United Nations Secretary-General has identified both Israel and Hamas as violators of children's rights in armed conflict. The report highlights the failure of both parties to adequately protect children in conflict zones, leading to grave violations of their rights. The report specifically points out instances where children have been harmed or killed as a result of the actions of Israeli forces and Hamas militants. It also highlights the use of children in armed activities by both parties, which is a clear violation of international humanitarian law. The Secretary-General's report serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need to prioritize the protection of children in conflict zones and to hold accountable those responsible for violating their rights. The international community must work together to ensure that children are not caught in the crossfire of armed conflicts and are provided with the necessary protection and support to thrive in a safe environment.

Dozens of people have been reported dead after a strike on an Unrwa school in Gaza, as the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) launch an operation in central Gaza. Israel claims that the targeted school contained a militant compound, an allegation that Hamas has rejected. According to Israel's military, they have thwarted an attempt by a group of three terrorists to cross the border from Gaza. The IDF troops operating in the area of the security fence identified several suspects approaching the border from Gaza and moving towards Israel in the Rafah area. The suspects opened fire at the troops, who then returned fire. The situation in Gaza remains tense as the conflict between Israel and Hamas continues.

US, EU Ratchet Up Pressure on Israel Over Gaza Ceasefire; UN Vote Planned Pressure Mounts for Ceasefire in Gaza The United Nations Security Council is expected to vote on a US-drafted resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, with pressure mounting on Israel to end its five-month-long bombardment of the Palestinian territory. The draft resolution […]

Israeli Military Forces Allegedly Strip Journalists and Health Workers in Gaza Hospital Raid The recent events in Gaza have sparked international outrage as reports emerge of Israeli military forces allegedly forcing journalists and health workers to strip down to their underwear during a raid on Al-Shifa Hospital. Eyewitnesses have described scenes of humiliation and mistreatment […]

US Calls for Immediate Gaza Ceasefire and Hostage Deal in Draft UN Resolution The United States has submitted a draft resolution to the United Nations Security Council, urging for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages held by Hamas. This move comes amidst escalating pressure on Israel to cease its military operations […]