Palestinian Authority lifts ban on Al Jazeera in West Bank – Middle East Monitor

The Palestinian Authority (PA) has denied any affiliation with the armed militia led by Yasser Abu Shabab, which is accused of looting humanitarian aid in Gaza. PA security spokesperson Anwar Rajab condemned the group's claims of operating under "Palestinian legitimacy" as false, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged Israel's support for Abu Shabab's militia, which opposes Hamas. The Gaza government has accused these "Israeli-backed armed gangs" of stealing aid, amid a devastating offensive by...

The Israeli military has confirmed the identification of Mohammed Sinwar, Hamas's military leader, whose body was found in a tunnel beneath the European Hospital in Khan Younis. Sinwar, killed in a May airstrike, was located alongside Mohammad Sabaneh, another Hamas commander, with various items linked to them discovered. This finding underscores ongoing accusations against Hamas of using civilian infrastructure for military purposes, amid significant casualties in Gaza resulting from Israel's military campaign launched after the...

Iran's parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, stated that the latest US proposal for a nuclear deal does not include the lifting of sanctions, indicating stalled negotiations following five rounds of Omani-mediated talks since April. He criticized the US for seeking a "unilateral" agreement and reaffirmed Iran's right to enrich uranium, a point of contention, especially as the US maintains that any enrichment is a "red line." Amid concerns over Iran's nuclear activities, the International Atomic...

Since October 2023, at least 54,880 Palestinians have been killed in Israel's ongoing conflict, with recent reports indicating 108 bodies and 393 injuries in the last 24 hours alone, bringing total injuries to 126,227. The Israeli military resumed attacks on the Gaza Strip on March 18, resulting in 4,603 additional deaths and 14,186 injuries, violating a ceasefire established in January. The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Israeli leaders for war crimes, and...

SummaryQatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani and French President Emmanuel Macron held a phone call to discuss bilateral cooperation and the ongoing military situation in Gaza, where Israel's offensive has resulted in nearly 54,800 Palestinian deaths since October 7, 2023. The conversation took place ahead of a high-level UN conference on the Palestinian issue, co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia, amidst international calls for a ceasefire that Israel has rejected. Additionally, Israel faces war...

SummaryThai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra expressed deep sorrow over the death of Thai hostage Nattapong Pinta in Gaza, urging all parties to seek a peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflict. While 59 captives, including 24 believed alive, remain in Gaza, approximately 10,000 Palestinians are imprisoned in Israel under dire conditions. Amidst Israel's continued military offensive, which has reportedly resulted in nearly 54,800 Palestinian deaths, international bodies are investigating potential war crimes by Israeli officials. Full...