Church leaders return with ‘broken hearts’ after rare Gaza visit

The US ambassador to France, Charles Kushner, expressed concern in a letter to President Emmanuel Macron regarding the rise of antisemitism in France, coinciding with remarks from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Both criticized Macron's comments on Israel and his plans for Palestinian statehood, linking them to increased hate crimes against Jews amidst the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Want More Context? 🔎

Israel: Gazan in Daily Mirror not suffering from famine According to COGAT, the child featured in the Daily Mirror, Karim Ali Fouad Abu Mu’amar, is not suffering from famine but from Fanconi syndrome, a genetic illness that leads to muscle and urinary tract weakness. This clarification challenges misinformation regarding the child's health amidst the ongoing conflict. Want More Context? 🔎

Israeli airstrikes on Sanaa, Yemen, targeted military sites in response to recent Houthi missile attacks aimed at Israel, resulting in at least two deaths and five injuries, according to Houthi media. This escalation follows the ongoing conflict in Gaza and marks the Houthis' continued support for Palestinians, with threats to persist despite Israeli retaliation. Want More Context? 🔎

Israel conducted airstrikes on Yemen's capital, Sanaa, killing at least two people and injuring 35, targeting Huthi military sites in response to their missile and drone attacks on Israel amid the ongoing Gaza conflict. The strikes hit various locations, including a municipal building and power stations, as the Huthis vowed to continue their campaign against Israeli interests. Want More Context? 🔎

Pope Leo XIV is preparing for a potential visit to Lebanon, which would be his first international trip since his election in May, with plans still pending official dates. The visit aims to promote peace and interfaith dialogue in a country known for its religious diversity, echoing previous papal messages of coexistence and addressing regional conflicts, particularly concerning Israel and Palestine. Want More Context? 🔎

On 23 August, Universitas Indonesia controversially invited Peter Berkowitz, a known defender of Israel's actions in Gaza, to speak at a graduate program orientation, provoking outrage for undermining Indonesia’s anti-colonial legacy and Palestinian solidarity. The university's inadequate apology highlighted a troubling complicity in normalizing narratives that justify oppression and genocide, prompting calls for a reevaluation of its commitment to moral integrity in academia. Want More Context? 🔎