As Israel Expands Offensive, Death Toll in Gaza Passes 50,000, Health Ministry Says

President Trump and US intelligence officials responded to a security breach involving a journalist being added to a group chat about air strikes on Yemen's Huthi rebels. Trump dismissed it as a "glitch," while officials claimed no classified information was shared. Democrats called for resignations, while the White House defended the incident as a distraction from Trump's achievements, sparking concerns over the use of commercial apps for government communications. Full Article

The Israeli police questioned Palestinian director Hamdan Ballal, a filmmaker of the Oscar-winning documentary "No Other Land," after Israeli settlers reportedly attacked him in the West Bank, leading to his arrest and that of two other Palestinians on suspicion of stone-throwing. Rising settler violence in the region has been documented, with over 1,000 incidents recorded in 2024. President Trump's softer stance on settler violence, canceling sanctions imposed by the Biden administration, has drawn criticism. The...

The United Nations announced a reduction of one-third of its international workers in Gaza following repeated Israeli strikes on its facilities, with Secretary General António Guterres stating the decision was difficult amid escalating humanitarian needs and Israeli attacks killing hundreds of Palestinians. Despite the drawdown, the U.N. remains committed to providing essential aid in Gaza, where at least 280 staff members have been killed during the conflict, and is calling for an independent investigation into...

Vast crowds of students protested in Istanbul over the arrest of opposition mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, leading to clashes with police and international condemnation. Over 1,130 people have been arrested, including journalists, amid widespread unrest in 55 provinces. Imamoglu, seen as a threat to Erdogan, was swiftly arrested, sparking protests, a financial market downturn, and global criticism. Full Article

A US journalist was mistakenly added to a group chat where Defense Secretary Hegseth, Vice President Vance, and other officials discussed upcoming strikes against Yemen's Huthi rebels, with details leaked to The Atlantic. Despite the breach, the White House confirmed the authenticity of the messages but maintained confidence in the national security team. Democrats criticized the leak as a dangerous breach of military intelligence, calling for a full investigation into the security lapse. Full Article

The Israeli military has expanded its offensive in the Gaza Strip, displacing thousands of families from the Tal al-Sultan neighborhood in Rafah, many of whom had recently returned after months of displacement. Renewed airstrikes have resulted in dozens of casualties, including a journalist, amidst ongoing violence that has endangered the lives of nearly 50,000 people in the area. Families forced to flee once again are left without shelter, questioning when they will be able to...