Israeli minister sparks anger by praying at sensitive Jerusalem holy site

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has sought assistance from the International Committee of the Red Cross to provide food and medical care for hostages in Gaza, following the release of distressing videos of two captives, Rom Braslavski and Evyatar David. Amid rising tensions and calls for a truce in Israel, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to unfold, with significant casualties reported due to ongoing violence. Want More Context? 🔎

Two Palestinian girls, aged 12 and 16, were injured by Israeli gunfire in Jenin amid escalating violence, including illegal settlers torching a vehicle and vandalizing property in Hebron. This incident follows a settler shooting that killed one Palestinian and injured eight others, with a reported 31 deaths from settler violence since October 2023. Want More Context? 🔎

The Israeli army conducted a coordinated raid on four locations in southern Syria, claiming to seize weapons intended for cross-border arms trafficking and interrogating suspects in the village of Hader. This operation is part of Israel's ongoing efforts to prevent terrorist entrenchment near its border and follows a series of military actions in Syria since the Assad regime's fall in December 2024. Want More Context? 🔎

Armed groups attacked Syria's internal security forces in Sweida, resulting in one death and several injuries, while also violating a ceasefire in the predominantly Druze region. The violence, which intensified following clashes between tribal fighters and Druze factions, prompted government intervention and a U.S.-brokered truce amid ongoing sectarian tensions over resources. Want More Context? 🔎

An Israeli airstrike on the Palestinian Red Crescent Society's headquarters in Khan Younis killed one staff member and injured two others, prompting the organization to condemn the attack as a war crime under International Humanitarian Law. This incident occurred amid escalating tensions in Gaza, where over 60,400 Palestinians have died since October 2023, as the region faces dire humanitarian crises. Want More Context? 🔎

Tens of thousands marched across Sydney's Harbour Bridge in the 'March for Humanity,' demanding peace and aid for Gaza amid a worsening humanitarian crisis, with estimates of attendees ranging from 90,000 to 300,000. The protest, supported by various activists including Julian Assange, followed recent diplomatic pressures on Israel, highlighting the severe impact of the ongoing conflict on civilians in Gaza. Want More Context? 🔎