Death toll in Gaza nears 54,800 as Israel continues genocidal war on Palestinians during Eid al-Adha – Middle East Monitor

Iranian intelligence has reportedly acquired a significant cache of sensitive strategic documents from Israel, including information on the country's nuclear facilities and military projects, according to Iranian state media. The documents were obtained some time ago but were kept secret due to the complexities involved in securely transferring them to Iran, where they are now stored in designated secure sites. The volume of the documents is extensive, making it a lengthy process to review, and...

Syria announced the closure of the Rukban camp for displaced people, marking the end of a significant humanitarian crisis, according to Emergency and Disaster Management Minister Raed al-Saleh. The camp, located in a demilitarized zone on the Syria-Jordan border, had housed thousands of Syrians awaiting entry into Jordan after the collapse of the Assad regime in December. Following this political shift, families began returning to their homes, with al-Saleh expressing hope that this closure will...

Philippe Lazzarini, commissioner-general of UNRWA, condemned Israel’s ban on international journalists entering Gaza, labeling it an unprecedented act in modern conflict that restricts truth and fuels misinformation. He urged for independent reporting and support for local journalists, noting that nearly 200 have been killed since the war began. UNRWA also called for Israeli cooperation regarding unsubstantiated allegations against the agency and reaffirmed its commitment to humanitarian assistance in Gaza, where over 54,700 Palestinians have been...

Even wars have rulesThe Geneva Conventions establish legal requirements to protect civilians during warfare, which both sides are obligated to follow, despite Israel's brutal surprise attack on 7 October 2023. Journalists face significant barriers in Gaza, where Israel controls information flow, complicating efforts to assess war impacts and violations of international law. Prime Minister Netanyahu may be prolonging the conflict for political gain, amid accusations of war crimes and a potential genocide case pending at...

Israeli authorities reported the recovery of Thai citizen Natfong Pinta's body from the Gaza Strip, stating he was killed while held captive in Rafah. Israel claims 59 captives remain in Gaza, with 24 believed alive, while approximately 10,000 Palestinians are imprisoned in Israel under severe conditions. Since October 2023, Israel has conducted a military offensive in Gaza, resulting in nearly 54,700 Palestinian deaths, predominantly women and children, amid international scrutiny and allegations of war crimes...

The UK and 29 other countries condemned the June 2 attack on a humanitarian convoy in North Darfur, which resulted in the deaths of five WFP and UNICEF workers and damage to several trucks carrying essential supplies. The donor countries emphasized that targeting humanitarian personnel violates international law and urged all parties to ensure safe humanitarian access and cease hostilities. This incident reflects the ongoing violence in Sudan's power struggle, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis affecting...