BBC sees fragile ceasefire holding in battle-scarred province

In a controversial incident, an Afghan interpreter for the U.S. military, identified as Zia, was detained by immigration agents in Connecticut while legally applying for a green card, prompting outrage from lawmakers and advocates. Despite a temporary stay preventing his removal, he remains in detention, with the Department of Homeland Security citing a serious criminal allegation, which his attorney denies, emphasizing Zia's humanitarian parole status and lack of criminal history. Want More Context? 🔎

The UK, along with 27 other nations, has called for an immediate end to the war in Gaza, highlighting the severe suffering of civilians. UN chief António Guterres expressed his horror at the deteriorating conditions, stating that essential lifelines for survival are failing, while BBC Radio 4's Nick Robinson engages experts and politicians on potential solutions to the crisis. Want More Context? 🔎

Agence France-Presse urged Israel to facilitate the evacuation of its freelance contributors and their families from Gaza due to deteriorating living conditions amid an ongoing conflict. Citing increased risks to safety and hunger, AFP highlighted the urgent need for safe passage for its local team, while Reuters expressed deep concern for its freelancers' health and safety in the besieged region. Want More Context? 🔎

Israeli tanks have entered Deir al-Balah, Gaza, for the first time, prompting mass displacement among civilians as heavy airstrikes and artillery fire continue. The UN reports this evacuation order affects tens of thousands and threatens crucial humanitarian infrastructure in a region housing numerous camps for displaced families, with calls from the UK and other nations to end the violence. Want More Context? 🔎

BBC / Jon DonnisonThe outbreak of violence in southern Syria's Druze-majority Suweida province has caused alarm in recent daysSyrian government forces have been accused of a massacre in a Suweida hospital amidst sectarian violence, with reports of over 300 deaths, including patients killed in their beds. Doctors and witnesses describe the horrific scene, emphasizing that the violence targeted the Druze minority, with calls for an investigation into the atrocities. Want More Context? 🔎

On July 22, dozens of trucks awaited at Israel's Zikim crossing to load humanitarian supplies, but Israel continues to block aid to Gaza, where over 1,020 aid seekers have been killed since May 27. The World Food Program condemned Israeli military actions against a food convoy, highlighting the dire humanitarian crisis with severe malnutrition widespread and over 59,000 Palestinians reportedly killed since October 2023. Want More Context? 🔎