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Rescue efforts end after 21 die in collapse of bomb-damaged building in Gaza; 45 saved from rubble

Rescue efforts end after 21 die in collapse of bomb-damaged building in Gaza; 45 saved from rubble

By Nidal al-Mughrabi and Dawoud Abu Alkas CAIRO/GAZA, Sept 17 (Reuters) - Gaza rescuers wrapped up searches on Thursday in the rubble of a bomb-damaged building that collapsed a day earlier, where 21 people were killed and 45 rescued from under the rubble, a Palestinian official said.

Fatal building collapse highlights dangers plaguing Gaza nearly a year after ceasefire

Fatal building collapse highlights dangers plaguing Gaza nearly a year after ceasefire

A deadly building collapse in Gaza has highlighted ongoing hardships for Palestinians nearly a year after a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas

US Sen. John Fetterman decries Macklemore's calls for 'free Palestine'

US Sen. John Fetterman decries Macklemore's calls for 'free Palestine'

U.S. Sen. John Fetterman said Macklemore should "stay in (his) lane" when asked about the rapper's comments calling for a "free Palestine."

Macklemore isn't changing minds, he's forcing a conversation | Opinion

Macklemore isn't changing minds, he's forcing a conversation | Opinion

Politicians in charge assume everyone has forgotten about the conflict in Gaza. What happened with Macklemore and Ed Sheeran's tour shows we have not.

Qatar Rejects Israeli Media Claims on Gaza Aid Diversion, Affirms Transparency

Qatar Rejects Israeli Media Claims on Gaza Aid Diversion, Affirms Transparency

The International Media Office (IMO) of the State of Qatar has categorically rejected reports circulating in Israeli media that humanitarian aid provided by Qatar to Gaza was diverted to Hamas. The IMO stated that these allegations are false and are being promoted by elements of Israel's far right and political figures to deflect attention from domestic political failures. Qatar clarified that its assistance has always been directed to Palestinian civilians in Gaza through mechanisms coordinated with Israeli authorities and international partners. Under previous aid mechanisms, all financial assistance, as well as goods like food, medicine, and fuel, passed through Israel before entering Gaza. Qatar emphasized that nothing was delivered directly by them; instead, the aid was provided by Qatar, and delivery was carried out by United Nations organizations in coordination with Israeli authorities. The IMO also noted that Qatar's aid has previously received public support from Israeli leaders and has been prov...

War-damaged Gaza building collapses, killing 20 people sheltering inside

War-damaged Gaza building collapses, killing 20 people sheltering inside

By Nidal al-Mughrabi and Dawoud Abu Alkas CAIRO/GAZA, Sept 16 (Reuters) - Gaza rescuers on Wednesday searched through the wreckage of a bombed-out apartment building that collapsed overnight, killing at least 20 Palestinians including children and trapping dozens of others beneath the rubble.

Building collapse in Gaza kills 19 as perilous conditions persist for Palestinians during truce

Building collapse in Gaza kills 19 as perilous conditions persist for Palestinians during truce

A building collapse in Gaza City overnight has killed 19 people, including at least twelve women and children

Building collapse in Gaza kills 21 as perilous conditions persist for Palestinians during truce

Building collapse in Gaza kills 21 as perilous conditions persist for Palestinians during truce

A building collapse in Gaza City overnight has killed 21 people including at least 11 children and five women

Building damaged by strikes collapses in Gaza, killing 21 as perilous living conditions persist

Building damaged by strikes collapses in Gaza, killing 21 as perilous living conditions persist

A building damaged by Israeli strikes collapsed suddenly in Gaza City, killing at least 21 people in their sleep, including 11 children

Explainer-How Yemen's Houthis went from a small mountain militia to a big regional threat

Explainer-How Yemen's Houthis went from a small mountain militia to a big regional threat

LONDON, Sept 17 (Reuters) - A lightning advance by Yemen's Houthi group has brought the vital Bab el-Mandeb Strait under its control, making the once ragged highland militia a regional player with global clout.

Trump says 'hopefully we are towards end' of Iran war

Trump says 'hopefully we are towards end' of Iran war

By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, Sept 16 (Reuters) - US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he hoped an end to the war against Iran was near and a media report separately said he is expected to meet Gulf leaders on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly on Tuesday to discuss the conflict.

Top Democrat on US House committee will not support Israel bomb sale

Top Democrat on US House committee will not support Israel bomb sale

Sept 16 (Reuters) - U.S. Representative Gregory Meeks, the top Democrat on the House of Representatives Foreign Affairs Committee, said on Wednesday he would not support the sale of 2,000-pound bombs to Israel over concerns the munitions would not be used in accordance with international law.