Hajj Pilgrimage Death Toll Climbs Into the Hundreds

US President Donald Trump criticized Harvard University on Truth Social, calling it a "threat" to democracy and labeling it an "anti-Semitic, Far Left Institution." His comments followed Harvard's lawsuit against the Trump administration after over $2 billion in federal funding was canceled, with the university asserting it would not compromise on its rights. The Trump administration is defending the funding freeze, claiming it aims to combat anti-Semitism and targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, while...

The medical director of Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital, Dr. Khalil Al-Daqran, has declared a critical level of malnutrition, Stage 5, in the Gaza Strip due to the ongoing Israeli blockade, resulting in severe food shortages and threatening children's survival. Approximately 200,000 Palestinians with chronic illnesses lack essential medications, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis as the UN marks 50 days of blockade. Since resuming its offensive on March 18, Israel has killed nearly 51,400 Palestinians, prompting international attention,...

SummaryIsrael’s Supreme Court has ordered National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir to respond within six days to petitions for his dismissal due to accusations from human rights groups that he is interfering in police operations. Ben-Gvir, who claims authority over the police, previously faced criticism from Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, leading to a government vote to withdraw confidence from her. Known for his anti-Palestinian stance, Ben-Gvir has supported continued military actions in Gaza, which have resulted...

BBCIsrael's military actions in Gaza have released asbestos, a toxic substance that can cause serious health issues including cancer over decades. With approximately 2.3 million tons of rubble potentially contaminated, experts warn that the densely populated area is now a toxic environment, exacerbating respiratory diseases due to the inhalation of fine asbestos and silica dust. Despite the immediate dangers of military conflict, the long-term health risks from asbestos exposure remain unrecognized by many residents, complicating...

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have admitted to mistakenly killing UN worker Marin Valev Marinov with tank fire in Gaza on March 19, after initially denying responsibility. The IDF's investigation revealed that troops struck a UN compound, misidentifying it as having an "enemy presence," and expressed regret for the incident, which also injured five other UN personnel. This admission follows Israel's renewed offensive against Hamas and comes amid ongoing humanitarian concerns, with the UN highlighting...

Farmer Hadi Saheb in Iraq has turned to groundwater to cultivate his wheat fields in the Najaf desert, a response to worsening drought and desertification. This government initiative allows farmers to lease desert land at a low cost and provides subsidized irrigation, leading to a significant increase in harvests. However, experts warn that the reliance on groundwater, which is depleting faster than it can be replenished, poses a risk to long-term agricultural sustainability, indicating a...