US President Joe Biden’s administration sees new hope for a Gaza ceasefire after Israel killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, but the upcoming US elections may hinder progress. Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris view Sinwar’s elimination as an opportunity to end the conflict, with Secretary of State Antony Blinken set to return to the Middle East. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s response to Sinwar’s death could impact the path to a ceasefire, with potential implications for US-Israel relations and regional stability.
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IOF attacks aid seekers, killing one and injuring many others – Middle East Monitor
One Palestinian civilian, Rateb Jawda, was killed, and at least 20 others injured when Israeli forces opened fire on people seeking food aid near US-run distribution points in Gaza. Thousands flocked to a distribution center in Rafah, only to find it had minimal supplies, leading to chaos as they began to leave. Eyewitnesses reported that some civilians disappeared amidst the shooting, raising concerns about the treatment of those seeking aid. Full Article
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