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Israel will investigate Hind Rajab's death. Her mother wants more

Israel will investigate Hind Rajab's death. Her mother wants more

The mother of a 5-year-old Palestinian girl who was found dead days after Israeli forces fired on her family’s car wants an independent inquiry into her death

European Leaders Condemn Israeli E1 West Bank Settlement Plan, Citing International Law Violations

European Leaders Condemn Israeli E1 West Bank Settlement Plan, Citing International Law Violations

France, Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Norway, and Canada have issued a joint statement condemning Israel's decision to publish construction tenders for the E1 settlement project in the West Bank. The leaders assert that this settlement expansion is unacceptable and undermines the prospect of a two-state solution by fragmenting the West Bank and harming the territorial contiguity of Palestinian territories. They emphasize that international law clearly states Israeli settlements in the West Bank are illegal, a position reaffirmed by the United Nations Security Council. The statement highlights that this decision is particularly concerning given the current instability in the West Bank, marked by unprecedented levels of violence by settlers against civilians and severe restrictions on the Palestinian economy. The international community has previously voiced grave concerns about this settlement expansion both privately and publicly.

Israel Air Force Receives Second Boeing KC-46 Gidon Refueling Tanker, Enhancing Long-Range Capabilities and Humanitarian Aid Delivery

Israel Air Force Receives Second Boeing KC-46 Gidon Refueling Tanker, Enhancing Long-Range Capabilities and Humanitarian Aid Delivery

The Israel Air Force (IAF) has received its second Boeing KC-46 Gidon refueling tanker, which landed at Nevatim Airbase. This acquisition marks a significant upgrade to the IDF’s aerial refueling and cargo capabilities. The Gidon, a converted Boeing KC-46 airframe, is the result of a joint program between the U.S. Air Force and the IAF and is considered one of the most advanced aerial refueling aircraft globally. Israel has ordered six of these aircraft, with the possibility of further expansion. Beyond its primary role of extending the reach of Israeli combat aircraft for long-range operations, an IAF source indicated that the Gidon can also be utilized for international humanitarian aid delivery missions. The aircraft can carry significantly more fuel, cargo, and passengers than its predecessors, and can perform refueling and cargo missions simultaneously, making it a versatile asset for both military and humanitarian purposes.

International Leaders Condemn Israel's E1 West Bank Settlement Plan, Urge Retraction

International Leaders Condemn Israel's E1 West Bank Settlement Plan, Urge Retraction

A joint statement from the leaders of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Canada, and Norway has strongly condemned Israel's decision to publish construction tenders for the E1 settlement project in the West Bank. These international leaders assert that Israeli settlements in the West Bank are illegal under international law, a position reaffirmed by the United Nations Security Council. The statement highlights that this decision is particularly concerning given the current instability in the West Bank, marked by unprecedented levels of violence by settlers against civilians and severe restrictions on the Palestinian economy. The E1 settlement project is viewed as a significant threat to the two-state solution, as it would create a wedge through the West Bank and harm the territorial contiguity of the Palestinian Territories. The leaders have urged the Government of Israel to immediately retract these plans and cease its expansion of settlements in the West Bank, warning that such ...

Israeli Army Confirms Marking Palestinian Detainees' Foreheads in West Bank Raid

Israeli Army Confirms Marking Palestinian Detainees' Foreheads in West Bank Raid

The Israeli army has confirmed that its soldiers marked Palestinian detainees with numbers on their foreheads during a raid in Qabatiya, south of Jenin in the occupied West Bank. This incident, reported by Palestinian news outlets, involved a detainee named Ahmad al-Hathnawi, who was marked with the number '44'. Al-Hathnawi stated this was a new experience for him, despite previous detentions. The army acknowledged the act, stating that commanders clarified the seriousness of the action to the troops and that lessons have been learned. This practice is not entirely new, as similar incidents of marking Palestinian women's hands in Jenin were reported in April, which the Israeli army then described as 'poor judgment.' The raid in Qabatiya also involved searches of houses and arrests of several young men suspected of 'planning and promoting terrorist plots.'

Prices soar as Gaza smuggling booms. Officials, soldiers and middlemen are accused of cashing in

Prices soar as Gaza smuggling booms. Officials, soldiers and middlemen are accused of cashing in

The smuggling of goods restricted by Israel into Gaza has boomed

IDF Clears Personnel of Criminal Wrongdoing in Strike That Killed Australian Aid Worker Zomi Frankcom

IDF Clears Personnel of Criminal Wrongdoing in Strike That Killed Australian Aid Worker Zomi Frankcom

The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) have concluded that there was no reasonable suspicion of criminal misconduct by its personnel in an April 2024 strike in Gaza that resulted in the deaths of seven aid workers, including Australian Zomi Frankcom. This decision was part of a series of rulings by the IDF regarding five incidents. The IDF stated that its officers mistakenly believed the vehicles contained Hamas military operatives and therefore struck them. Attempts to contact World Central Kitchen (WCK) representatives during the tracking of the convoy were unsuccessful. The IDF also noted that the presence of armed security accompanying the convoy was not coordinated with IDF authorities, and the vehicles had deviated from the pre-arranged route. Two Israeli officers were dismissed from their positions, and three senior officers received formal reprimands. Foreign Minister Penny Wong expressed Australia's outrage, stating that the decision falls short of expected accountability and was especially insulting gi...

Doctors Without Borders Expands Mental Health Services in Hebron Amid Escalating Violence and Movement Restrictions

Doctors Without Borders Expands Mental Health Services in Hebron Amid Escalating Violence and Movement Restrictions

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), also known as Doctors Without Borders, has expanded its mobile clinic activities in Hebron, focusing on mental health support for individuals affected by intentional violence. This expansion comes as Palestinians in the West Bank face increasing attacks from Israeli settlers and armed forces, leading to significant barriers in accessing basic healthcare due to restrictions, insecurity, and systematic violence. Between January and July, MSF teams provided over 1,930 individual mental health consultations and conducted 436 group therapy sessions. The organization also responded to nearly 170 alerts for incidents such as home demolitions, injuries, or attacks on water and sanitation systems, providing rapid responses that included mental health support and essential item donations. The escalating violence, coupled with movement restrictions and a collapsing healthcare system, has severely impacted both the physical and mental well-being of the population in Hebron.

Israeli Military Opens Criminal Probe into Killing of Hind Rajab, Admits Firing on Family Car

Israeli Military Opens Criminal Probe into Killing of Hind Rajab, Admits Firing on Family Car

The Israeli military has for the first time acknowledged firing on the vehicle carrying 5-year-old Hind Rajab in Gaza and has opened a criminal investigation into her killing. This admission comes after the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) had previously denied involvement in the January 2024 incident, stating that a preliminary investigation found its forces were not present near or within firing range of the vehicle. Rajab was one of seven family members in the vehicle who came under Israeli fire. She survived the initial attack and made a desperate phone call to Palestinian paramedics for rescue. An ambulance dispatched to save her also came under fire, and her body was found 12 days later in a bullet-riddled car. The IDF statement indicated that "findings of the examination indicate that IDF troops fired at a vehicle that was approaching them." The military has also launched a criminal investigation into the March 2025 killing of 15 paramedics and first responders, acknowledging that the firing in that inci...

US envoy Huckabee tells Israeli settlers not to take Palestinian Americans' land

US envoy Huckabee tells Israeli settlers not to take Palestinian Americans' land

By Alexander Cornwell JERUSALEM, Aug 20 (Reuters) - U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee has warned militant Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank not to steal property owned by Palestinian Americans, describing such behavior as "a violation of God's law".

AP investigation shows how banned goods are smuggled into Gaza and millions of dollars change hands

AP investigation shows how banned goods are smuggled into Gaza and millions of dollars change hands

The smuggling of goods restricted by Israel into Gaza has boomed

Australia Condemns Israel's Decision Not to Prosecute IDF Personnel in Aid Worker Killing

Australia Condemns Israel's Decision Not to Prosecute IDF Personnel in Aid Worker Killing

Australia has expressed outrage and condemned Israel's decision not to pursue criminal charges against Israel Defense Forces (IDF) personnel responsible for the killing of Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom and her World Central Kitchen colleagues in Gaza. Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong stated that the decision falls "far short of the accountability we expect," especially given the IDF's own admissions of serious failures, mistaken identification, and errors in decision-making during the April 2024 strike. The Australian government learned of Israel's decision moments before its announcement, which occurred on World Humanitarian Day, a timing Wong described as "especially insulting." Prime Minister Anthony Albanese had previously conveyed Australia's expectation of transparency regarding Israel's investigation to Israeli President Isaac Herzog. The World Central Kitchen convoy, clearly marked with its logo, was struck multiple times, despite coordination with the military. Israel's ambassador to A...