Israel repeatedly denying visas for several heads of agencies working in Gaza, UN says
Visas for the local leaders of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, the human rights agency OHCHR and the agency supporting Palestinians in Gaza, UNRWA, have not been renewed in recent months.
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In a dramatic escalation, Israeli forces intercepted and boarded the Gaza-bound civilian aid ship Handala in international waters, cutting live video feeds mid-broadcast. The vessel, carrying unarmed activists, medics, and parliamentarians from 12 countries, was part of the Freedom Flotilla mission aimed at breaking Israelâs blockade on Gaza. Moments before the hijacking, passengers sat peacefully on deck, raising their hands and singing the anti-fascist anthem Bella Ciao. All communication was lost shortly after. Human rights groups have condemned the operation as a violation of international law. This marks the third Israeli interception of a humanitarian mission this year.
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Yemenâs Houthi forces fired a hypersonic Palestine-2 missile at Israelâs technology hub in Beâer Sheva, targeting the nationâs commercial and tech center. Spokesman Yahya Saree claimed the strike achieved its objectives, warning of further escalations if Israel continues its war on Gaza. Houthi drones also hit Eilat, Ashkelon, and Hadera, spanning Israelâs south, west, and north. With over 59,500 Palestinians killed in Gaza, Houthis have intensified multi-front attacks and blockades. Israel has responded with airstrikes on Houthi-controlled ports, fueling a rapidly expanding regional conflict.
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In a dramatic global twist, Russia has declared full support for Palestinian statehood, with Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov reaffirming Moscow's long-standing commitment to a two-state solution. The statement comes on the heels of French President Emmanuel Macronâs bombshell announcement that France will recognize Palestine at the upcoming UN General Assembly in September â making it the first major Western power to do so. Russia, which adopted Palestineâs 1988 declaration of independence under the USSR, insists that peace in the Middle East hinges on UN Security Council resolutions and the establishment of a sovereign Palestinian state. Macronâs decision has enraged Israel and the U.S., with Netanyahu calling it a âreward for terrorâ and Secretary of State Marco Rubio labeling it âreckless.â Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia and Spain have praised the move, calling it âhistoric.â Over 59,000 Palestinians have died in the ongoing Gaza war, intensifying the global demand for Palestinian recognition.
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In a powerful show of solidarity, thousands of Yemenis flooded the streets of Sa'ada yet again in their weekly pro-Palestine march. Chanting slogans against Israel and waving Palestinian flags, the protesters sent a defiant message of unwavering support to the people of Gaza, who continue to endure relentless Israeli bombardments. The march was not just symbolicâit was loud, emotionally charged, and deeply rooted in Yemen's growing resistance culture.
With children, elders, and women all participating, the demonstration highlighted the collective pain and outrage felt in Yemen over the siege of Gaza. Many carried posters of Palestinian martyrs and called for international action. As the humanitarian crisis in Gaza worsens, Yemenâs streets have become a weekly battleground of voices demanding justice. Sa'ada's march is yet another signal that the Arab street is far from silent.
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A British doctor returning from Gaza says children are being deliberately targeted with gunshots in specific patterns - head wounds one day, chest or abdomen the next. Professor Nick Maynard, who worked with local medics, said that it is "inconceivable" that the injuries witnessed by himself could be "anything other than direct targeting of these children." Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Another Gaza ceasefire deal has crumbled, with Hamas accusing former U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu of undermining peace efforts. Hamas officials claim they were never informed of the U.S.-Israel decision to abandon indirect talks. Trump blamed Hamas for âacting in bad faith,â hinting at possible U.S. military action in Gaza. As rockets rain on Israel and IDF strikes continue, families of hostages and thousands of Palestinians lose hope for an end to the conflict. Netanyahu echoed Trump, vowing âalternative optionsâ with U.S. backing.
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French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that France will officially recognize the State of Palestine in September, sparking fierce backlash from both Israel and the United States. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio condemned the move as âreckless,â while Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu called it âshamefulâ and accused France of rewarding terrorism.
As Macron defends the decision as a step toward peace and an end to the Gaza war, critics argue it signals growing Western support for Palestine and Hamas. Is France challenging U.S.-Israeli dominance in Middle East policy? And will this shift trigger more European nations to follow?
The announcement comes amid international outrage over Israel's military campaign in Gaza and a growing death toll. With nearly three-quarters of UN members now backing Palestinian statehood, global pressure on Israel continues to mount.
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Fierce clashes erupted again between Thailand and Cambodia near the disputed Ta Kwai temple, marking the deadliest border conflict in over a decade. At least 33 people have died, including civilians, just hours after Thailand claimed a ceasefire had been âagreed in principle.â Trump, attempting to play peacemaker, said on Truth Social he spoke with Cambodian PM Hun Manet and planned to call Thailandâs acting leader.
However, violence surged againâcasting doubt on his claims. Mass evacuations have followed: over 131,000 displaced in Thailand and 37,600 in Cambodia. The UN has expressed deep concern and offered to mediate. The roots of the clash lie in decades-old disputes over temple territories. Reports suggest both sides may have used banned cluster munitions. The crisis has drawn global attention and sparked fears of full-scale war in Southeast Asia.
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India is set to participate in the UN high-level conference addressing the Palestine question and the two-state solution, co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia... IndiaTimes
Thailandâs border conflict with Cambodia has entered its third day, leaving around 100 Cambodian soldiers dead as Thai forces unleash airstrikes and cluster bombs. Cambodia vows âbrutal revengeâ and plans to drag Thailand to the UN, accusing it of targeting civilians and violating international law. Heavy fighting continues in the Phra Vihear region, displacing over 100,000 Thai civilians while Cambodian villages face Thai F-16 raids. As rockets and artillery pound strategic sites, ASEAN faces mounting pressure to intervene in the worst border clash in years.
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Tensions exploded at the United Nations as the U.S. directly accused China of helping Russia prolong its war in Ukraine. In a fiery address, acting U.S. Ambassador Dorothy Shea demanded Beijing halt all dual-use exports fueling Moscowâs deadly missile and drone strikes. Shea exposed the recurring use of Chinese-made components in Russian weapons despite Chinaâs public denials. Beijing hit back with fury.
Chinese deputy U.N. envoy Geng Shuang dismissed the claims, asserting China is not a party to the conflict and has implemented strict export controls. But mounting evidence, including covert Chinese drone engine exports and reports quoting Chinese officials admitting they âcannot afford for Russia to lose,â suggests otherwise. As China and Russiaâs wartime partnership deepens, Zelensky has raised the alarm and Putin prepares to visit Beijing in September. Whatâs really going on behind closed doors?
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The Drowning Prevention Awareness campaign, launched on World Drowning Prevention Day (25 July), is a heartfelt initiative by the Hemant Bala Advaitha (HBA) Foundation. Sparked by the tragic loss of 18-year-old music prodigy Advaitha Vermaâwho drowned in Pawna Lake in India's Pune, in June 2024âhis parents Sudesh Verma and Renu Kaul Verma turned their grief into purpose. This Drowning Prevention Awareness campaign aims to educate, inform and prevent such avoidable tragedies nationwide. Backed by the WHO and inspired by the UN resolution of 2021, the Drowning Prevention Awareness movement highlights the urgent need for safety, education and community action.
Oneindia's Pankaj Mishra brings this report.
For details of the campaign, also read:
https://www.oneindia.com/press-release/hba-foundation-to-launch-national-campaign-on-un-s-world-drowning-prevention-7809737.html
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