UK steps up action against Israel over Gaza offensive

Israeli tanks have entered Deir al-Balah, Gaza, for the first time, prompting mass displacement among civilians as heavy airstrikes and artillery fire continue. The UN reports this evacuation order affects tens of thousands and threatens crucial humanitarian infrastructure in a region housing numerous camps for displaced families, with calls from the UK and other nations to end the violence. Want More Context? 🔎

BBC / Jon DonnisonThe outbreak of violence in southern Syria's Druze-majority Suweida province has caused alarm in recent daysSyrian government forces have been accused of a massacre in a Suweida hospital amidst sectarian violence, with reports of over 300 deaths, including patients killed in their beds. Doctors and witnesses describe the horrific scene, emphasizing that the violence targeted the Druze minority, with calls for an investigation into the atrocities. Want More Context? 🔎

On July 22, dozens of trucks awaited at Israel's Zikim crossing to load humanitarian supplies, but Israel continues to block aid to Gaza, where over 1,020 aid seekers have been killed since May 27. The World Food Program condemned Israeli military actions against a food convoy, highlighting the dire humanitarian crisis with severe malnutrition widespread and over 59,000 Palestinians reportedly killed since October 2023. Want More Context? 🔎

Two years ago, Netanyahu viewed Palestinians as manageable while prioritizing Iran and Saudi relations, ultimately leading to the catastrophic Hamas attack on October 7, 2023. As war crimes allegations mount against both Hamas and Israel, international patience with Israel's actions in Gaza wanes, prompting calls for stronger responses and recognition of Palestinian statehood. Want More Context? 🔎

French judges have ordered Culture Minister Rachida Dati and former Renault-Nissan executive Carlos Ghosn to stand trial for alleged corruption and abuse of power related to consulting fees. Dati, who denies any wrongdoing, received fees after leaving her ministerial position, while Ghosn, who has remained in Lebanon since fleeing Japan, also denies the allegations against him. Want More Context? 🔎

France's foreign minister, Jean-Noel Barrot, urged Israel to permit international journalists access to Gaza, citing dire humanitarian conditions exacerbated by the ongoing conflict. Amid chronic food shortages and rising malnutrition, Barrot emphasized the need for press freedom to document the crisis and criticized Israel's military operations, calling for the evacuation of at-risk journalists. Want More Context? 🔎