Protesters in Israel demand release of hostages as Israeli strikes kill 16 in Gaza, hospitals say

Protesters in Israel demand release of hostages as Israeli strikes kill 16 in Gaza, hospitals say

Protesters in Israel on Tuesday (August 26, 2025) torched tires, blocked highways and clamoured for a ceasefire that would free hostages still in Gaza, even as Israeli leaders moved forward with plans for an offensive which they argue is needed to defeat Hamas. The disruption came as Palestinians in Gaza braced for the expanded offensive … Read more

Israeli forces kill 4 more aid seekers as northern Gaza braces for looming offensive

Israeli forces kill 4 more aid seekers as northern Gaza braces for looming offensive

Israeli forces killed four aid seekers travelling on Sunday (August 24, 2025) through a military zone south of Gaza City — an area regularly used by Palestinians trying to reach a food distribution point, a hospital and witnesses said. The deaths add to the growing toll of Palestinians killed while seeking food, as parts of … Read more

Israel pounds Gaza City as military takes first moves in offensive

Israel pounds Gaza City as military takes first moves in offensive

Israel hammered Gaza City and its outskirts overnight, residents said on Thursday (August 21, 2025), as the military announced it had taken initial steps in its push to capture Hamas’s last major stronghold. The newly approved plan authorises the call-up of roughly 60,000 reservists, deepening fears that the campaign will worsen the already catastrophic humanitarian … Read more

‘In Gaza, we’re witnessing a man-made crisis, intended to maximise suffering’

‘In Gaza, we’re witnessing a man-made crisis, intended to maximise suffering’

As the humanitarian crisis in Gaza deepens, medical professionals and aid organisations continue to raise alarms over widespread starvation, severe malnutrition among children, and limited access to critical healthcare.  Since the escalation of conflict in October 2023, the Gaza strip has faced prolonged restrictions on food, water, and medical supplies, prompting international concern about the … Read more

Why is the U.K.’s stand on Palestine significant? | Explained

Why is the U.K.’s stand on Palestine significant? | Explained

Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer | Photo Credit: AP The story so far: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced last week that his government would recognise the state of Palestine during the coming UN General Assembly session in September unless Israel agrees to a ceasefire in Gaza, allows more humanitarian aid and commits itself towards … Read more