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Israel detains over 70 suspects following deadly violence in the West Bank

Israel detains over 70 suspects following deadly violence in the West Bank

Israel's military says it has detained over 70 suspects across the occupied West Bank following violence that left two Israeli soldiers and four Palestinian villagers dead there

Famine has ended in Gaza. But the gains are fragile and it could get worse

Famine has ended in Gaza. But the gains are fragile and it could get worse

The world’s leading authority on food insecurity said on Thursday that the situation in Gaza had improved since famine swept parts of the Palestinian territory last year

Northern West Bank in lockdown as clashes rock villages and Israel deploys troops in Nablus

Northern West Bank in lockdown as clashes rock villages and Israel deploys troops in Nablus

The Israeli military has shot and killed four Palestinians in the village of Tell in the northern West Bank, according to the Palestinian Health Ministry

Israeli military kills 4 Palestinians after settler killed in West Bank

Israeli military kills 4 Palestinians after settler killed in West Bank

The Israeli military has shot and killed four Palestinians in the village of Tell in the northern West Bank, according to the Palestinian Health Ministry

Gaza Faces Escalating Hunger Crisis Amid Aid Reductions

Gaza Faces Escalating Hunger Crisis Amid Aid Reductions

The humanitarian situation in Gaza is rapidly deteriorating, with over two-thirds of the population at risk of acute hunger by the end of the year. This crisis is exacerbated by significant reductions in humanitarian aid due to funding shortages. Although there was a decline in acute malnutrition levels among children following a ceasefire in October 2025, these gains are threatened by declining food consumption and increased poverty. The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) reports that 59% of Gazans experienced crisis-level hunger from mid-April to late June, a figure that could rise to 67% by December. Israel disputes these findings, attributing the shortages to alleged mismanagement by Hamas.

Mother of Fallen Soldier Oron Shaul Passes Away After Long Illness

Mother of Fallen Soldier Oron Shaul Passes Away After Long Illness

Zehava Shaul, the mother of Staff Sergeant Oron Shaul, who was killed in action and whose remains were held by Hamas for over a decade, has died at the age of 71. Her family announced her passing after a battle with a serious illness. Zehava was known for her unwavering determination to have her son's remains returned to Israel for burial, a struggle that lasted more than ten years. Oron Shaul was killed in 2014 when his armored personnel carrier was hit by a missile in Gaza. His remains were recovered in a secret operation by the IDF and Shin Bet in January 2025, just before a ceasefire with Hamas. Zehava's dedication to her son's memory and her perseverance became a symbol of hope and strength for many in Israel.

Gaza Faces Potential Hunger Crisis as Aid Reductions Loom

Gaza Faces Potential Hunger Crisis as Aid Reductions Loom

A global hunger monitor has warned that more than two-thirds of Gaza's population could face acute hunger by the end of the year. This situation arises as humanitarian agencies reduce aid flows due to funding shortages. Despite improvements in malnutrition levels following a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in October 2025, the gains are at risk of being reversed. The report highlights inadequate food consumption and reliance on begging and scavenging among families. The reduction in aid is compounded by the ongoing conflict and the fragile state of Gaza's infrastructure.

UN Warns of Fragile Food Security in Gaza Amid Ongoing Conflict

UN Warns of Fragile Food Security in Gaza Amid Ongoing Conflict

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), UNICEF, and the World Food Programme (WFP) have issued a warning about the fragile state of food security in Gaza. Despite some improvements due to expanded humanitarian aid and commercial activity following a ceasefire, 1.4 million people, or 67% of the population, remain in crisis or worse levels of acute food insecurity. The agencies highlight that the situation remains precarious, with food rations insufficient in quantity and quality, and commercial imports inconsistent. The ongoing conflict and restrictions on access to essential goods continue to hinder recovery efforts.

Mother of Fallen Israeli Soldier Oron Shaul Passes Away

Mother of Fallen Israeli Soldier Oron Shaul Passes Away

Zehava Shaul, the mother of St.-Sgt. Oron Shaul, an Israeli soldier whose remains were held by Hamas for a decade, has passed away at the age of 71. Zehava was known for her relentless efforts to recover her son's remains, which were finally returned to Israel in a secret operation in January 2025. Her dedication and perseverance made her a symbol of hope and determination in Israel. Zehava will be buried in Poria Illit, alongside her husband and son, marking the end of a long and painful chapter for the Shaul family.

In Gaza's tent camps, a cigarette lighter becomes a lifeline

In Gaza's tent camps, a cigarette lighter becomes a lifeline

By Haseeb Alwazir and Nidal al-Mughrabi GAZA/CAIRO, July 23 (Reuters) - In the sprawling tent camps of southern Gaza, a disposable cigarette lighter has become an unlikely luxury item, as essential to daily survival as food, water and fuel.

Two-thirds of Gaza may face acute hunger by year-end despite improvements, global food monitor says

Two-thirds of Gaza may face acute hunger by year-end despite improvements, global food monitor says

By Olivia Le Poidevin GENEVA, July 23 (Reuters) - More than two-thirds of Gazans could face acute hunger by the year-end as humanitarian agencies cut aid flows due to funding shortages, a global hunger monitor said on Wednesday.