Gaza war
Gaza Aid Flotilla Continues Mission Despite Israeli Military Confrontation and European Withdrawal
Oct 01, 2025 09:17 pm CST
A humanitarian flotilla of 45 vessels carrying activists including Greta Thunberg and Mandla Mandela continues its journey toward Gaza despite reported Israeli naval intimidation tactics. The mission aims to deliver critical aid to famine-stricken Gaza, even as Spanish and Italian naval escorts halt at Israel's 150-nautical-mile exclusion zone boundary. This represents the third recent attempt to break Israel's maritime blockade on the war-devastated Palestinian territory.
US Proposal Outlines Gaza's Temporary Governance with Roles for Trump and Blair: What You Need to Know
Sep 30, 2025 10:19 am CST
The White House has released a comprehensive peace plan aimed at ending Israel's war in Gaza, featuring a surprising governance structure that includes roles for former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair and US President Donald Trump. The plan proposes a technocratic Palestinian committee for day-to-day governance supervised by an international "Board of Peace" chaired by Trump. Despite welcoming reactions from some quarters, Blair's involvement has sparked criticism due to his controversial history with Iraq and British colonialism in the region.
Palestinian Authority Expresses Support for Trump's Gaza Peace Initiative
Sep 30, 2025 05:54 am CST
The Palestinian Authority has officially welcomed US President Donald Trump's peace plan for Gaza, describing his efforts as "sincere and determined" and expressing confidence in his ability to broker peace in the region. This positive response indicates a potential diplomatic breakthrough in the ongoing Gaza conflict.
Netanyahu Apologizes to Qatar for Doha Attack During White House Meeting with Trump
Sep 30, 2025 02:41 am CST
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu formally apologized to Qatar's leader for an Israeli attack in Doha during a three-way call facilitated by US President Donald Trump at the White House. The conversation addressed Gaza war peace proposals and emphasized improved relations between the countries as Netanyahu committed to respecting Qatari sovereignty in the future.
Netanyahu Rejects Palestinian State at UN: "National Suicide" for Israel Amid Ongoing Gaza Conflict
Sep 27, 2025 03:01 am CST
In a controversial UN address, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu firmly rejected the establishment of a Palestinian state, calling it "national suicide" for Israel. His speech came amid continuing Gaza hostilities, international pressure for peace, and an ICC arrest warrant against him for alleged war crimes. Netanyahu vowed to continue military operations against Hamas despite emerging ceasefire discussions, while criticizing European nations for recognizing Palestine.
Netanyahu Faces Mass Walkout During UN Speech as He Defends Israel's Gaza Campaign
Sep 27, 2025 01:25 am CST
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faced significant opposition during his United Nations General Assembly address when numerous delegates walked out as he defended Israel's military operations in Gaza and vowed to continue fighting Hamas. While claiming to broadcast his message directly to Israeli hostages in Gaza, Netanyahu faced international criticism and nearby protests, as well as firm pushback from US President Donald Trump regarding potential West Bank annexation.
Netanyahu's Defiant UN Speech Broadcast to Gaza as Israeli Army Takes Control of Phones
Sep 27, 2025 12:07 am CST
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a resolute speech at the UN General Assembly, declaring Israel "must finish the job" against Hamas while the Israeli military took unprecedented measures to broadcast his address directly to Gaza residents' phones and via border loudspeakers. Netanyahu faced diplomatic protest as delegates walked out during his speech, in which he firmly rejected international pressure to end the conflict while displaying visual aids referencing the October 7 attacks.
Netanyahu Addresses UN Amid Gaza Offensive and Trump's Peace Plan Efforts
Sep 25, 2025 08:10 pm CST
Israeli forces deepen their advance into Gaza City as Prime Minister Netanyahu travels to the UN General Assembly, where he will address international concerns while President Trump pursues a 21-point peace plan. Amid diplomatic isolation and ICC warrants, Netanyahu maintains US support while opposing Palestinian statehood despite growing international recognition.
Israeli PM Netanyahu Rejects Western Recognitions Of Palestinian State
Sep 25, 2025 03:33 am CST
The recent recognitions by some Western nations of a Palestinian state will not "bind Israel in any way," Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Wednesday.
22 Injured After Yemeni Drone Strikes Israeli Resort Town
Sep 25, 2025 01:25 am CST
Israel's military said a drone launched from Yemen struck the southern resort town of Eilat on Wednesday, with rescuers reporting nearly two dozen wounded.