Gaza air drops ‘a grotesque distraction’, aid agencies warn

The UK condemned Israel's restrictions on humanitarian aid to Gaza, labeling them an “affront” to the UN charter, and announced plans to recognize the State of Palestine during the upcoming UN General Assembly. Foreign Secretary David Lammy emphasized the urgent need for a ceasefire and political negotiations amid escalating malnutrition and hunger crises in Gaza, with reported deaths from starvation rising. Want More Context? 🔎

Spain's Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares advocated for a two-state solution for Palestine, emphasizing it as the only viable path to peace and a product of Israeli-Palestinian negotiations, not external imposition. He warned that failure to act would result in ongoing violence, highlighting the humanitarian crisis in Gaza due to the Israeli blockade and military actions since October 2023. Want More Context? 🔎

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that the UK will recognize the state of Palestine in September unless Israel takes significant actions to address the crisis in Gaza, including a ceasefire and commitment to a Two State Solution. This decision follows pressure from Labour Party lawmakers amid escalating humanitarian concerns in Gaza. Want More Context? 🔎

The article critiques India's military alignment with Israel amid the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, highlighting India's significant arms purchases and the government's suppression of pro-Palestinian voices. It argues that India, once a champion of anti-colonialism, has compromised its moral standing by supporting a regime accused of genocide, while civil society continues to resist state repression. Want More Context? 🔎

The IMF has raised its global growth forecast for 2025 to 3.0%, citing increased trade activity amid reduced tariff tensions from the Trump administration, though cautions about a potential slowdown in the latter half of the year. Additionally, US growth for 2025 was slightly revised up to 1.9%, while China's growth was adjusted to 4.8%, reflecting stronger-than-expected performance despite ongoing domestic challenges. Want More Context? 🔎

A global hunger monitor has reported a famine scenario in Gaza, with rising malnutrition and child fatalities. While Israel has temporarily halted military operations to facilitate aid delivery, only a fraction of the required aid is reaching the region, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis amid severe distribution challenges and escalating violence. Want More Context? 🔎