U.S.S. Harry S. Truman Carrier Collides With Commercial Ship Off Egypt

Australia is set to recognize a Palestinian state as early as Monday, following similar announcements from France, Canada, and the UK, amid Israel's condemnation of such actions. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese advocates for a two-state solution, while Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu expresses disappointment, asserting that establishing a Palestinian state would lead to conflict, not peace. Want More Context? 🔎

Four Al Jazeera journalists, including Anas al-Sharif, were killed in an Israeli strike near Gaza City's Al-Shifa Hospital while they were in a designated journalists' tent. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) claimed al-Sharif was affiliated with Hamas, prompting Al Jazeera to denounce the attack as an attempt to silence reporting from Gaza amidst ongoing military offensives that have claimed 186 journalists' lives since October 2023. Want More Context? 🔎

The Israeli prime minister's announcement to take control of Gaza City has sparked significant concern among families of hostages held by Hamas, who fear it will jeopardize their loved ones' safety. Critics, including the Hostages and Missing Families Forum, argue that military escalation over negotiation risks abandoning the hostages, with a strong public backlash against the government's decision. Want More Context? 🔎

Israel's military announced the killing of Al Jazeera journalist Anas Al Sharif, alleging he led a Hamas cell, during a strike on Gaza City, which also resulted in the deaths of three other journalists and a total of seven casualties. Palestinian journalists' groups condemned the incident, citing prior warnings from press freedom advocates and UN experts regarding Al Sharif's safety amid unsubstantiated Israeli claims against him. Want More Context? 🔎

Meir Simcha, a leader of Jewish settlers in the West Bank, discusses the shifting dynamics following the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks and Israel's military response, claiming the Palestinians are losing hope in their presence. Amid escalating violence and accusations against Israeli forces for failing to protect Palestinians, Simcha asserts that the land is destined for Jews, reflecting a broader agenda to expand settlements and diminish Palestinian aspirations for statehood. Want More Context? 🔎

Earthquake in TurkeyA magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck western Turkey on Sunday evening, primarily affecting the Balikesir province near Istanbul, with no immediate reports of casualties or damage. Emergency teams from AFAD are conducting inspections, and the quake occurred at a depth of approximately 11 km, as reported by local authorities and the German Research Centre for Geosciences. Want More Context? 🔎