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WFP official warns of 'catastrophe' in southern Gaza

Ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas have stalled again with Washington saying it doesn’t expect an agreement in the near future due to the fact that a US-backed ceasefire deal has not been fully embraced by either side.

Europe News

Spain's Sánchez wants allies to 'add more pressure' on Netanyahu

In his first interview since the European parliamentary elections, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called on international allies to hold his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu accountable for the 'bombings' and 'military intervention' in Gaza.

Culture news

More boycotting UK music festivals over Barclays links to Israel

After the mass exodus of artists at The Great Escape, more are dropping out of this weekend's Download Festival and next month's Latitude - all over their sponsorship links with Barclays Bank. And more could follow.

Green News

60 million tonnes of CO2: What it will take to rebuild Gaza

Nearly two million Gazans are displaced and made more vulnerable to the climate crisis by a war exacerbating it.

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Culture news

Latitude Festival 2024: Musicians dropping out over Barclays links

Several musicians are dropping out of the upcoming UK music festival Latitude, over its sponsorship with Barclays and the bank’s ties to Israel. These announcements come shortly after the major boycott of The Great Escape in Brighton last month, also due to its ties with Barclays.

Israel

Israel steps up its offensive in Gaza amid ongoing ceasefire efforts

Doctors Without Borders says at least 70 bodies and 300 wounded people, mostly women and children, have been brought to a hospital in central Gaza since Tuesday.

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Water tanker brings momentary relief as Gaza supply shortages deepen

Scores of people in Khan Younis stand in line to fill their containers with water as supply shortages deepen.

Europe News

Slovenia becomes latest EU country to recognise Palestinian state

Slovenia’s decision came days after Spain, Norway and Ireland recognised a state of Palestinian, which was condemned by Israel.

Culture news

Michael Douglas suggests anti-Israel campus protesters ‘brainwashed’

Michael Douglas met with Israel’s president Isaac Herzog, and suggests that many pro-Palestinian protesters on American campuses have been subject to “brainwashing.”

Europe News

Slovenian government recognises Palestine pending parliament approval

The small Alpine country's parliament must still ratify the decision, but it's widely seen as a formality, as none of the parliamentary parties in the 90-seat National Assembly are expected to oppose it.

Culture news

What to expect from the 10th edition of Festival Ciné-Palestine

From the French cities of Marseille to Paris, more than 40 films have been selected for the tenth edition of the Festival Ciné-Palestine, which runs from 30 May to 16 June.

Culture news

Why is Taylor Swift losing followers over Gaza conflict?

Following an Israeli airstrike on a camp at the Gazan city of Rafah, and a second airstrike this week, the hashtags #AllEyesOnRafah and #SwiftiesFor Palestine have been trending on X. And now, Taylor Swift is being urged to break her silence on Gaza.

Culture news

Dua Lipa shares support for #AllEyesOnRafah – What does it mean?

The 'All Eyes On Rafah' image has been shared millions of times on social media following an Israeli airstrike. Countless celebrities are showing their support, including pop star Dua Lipa, who previously signed an open letter to President Biden last year, calling for a ceasefire.

Europe News

Ireland officially recognises the State of Palestine

The Palestinian state is now officially recognised by 146 of the 193 member states of the United Nations.

Belgium

Norway hands over recognition documents to Palestinian PM

Oslo has formalised its support for Palestinian statehood in a largely symbolic move that has infuriated the Israeli government.

Europe News

EU Council chief Michel supports recognition of Palestinian statehood

Three European countries — Ireland, Spain and Norway — now formally recognise a state of Palestine.

Europe News

Spain to recognise Palestinian state in 'historic' decision

Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said the European country is pursuing "peace, security and prosperity" in the Middle East.

Radio Schuman

With Charles Michel on his post-election future, Palestine, far-right

Radio Schuman is your new go-to podcast to spice up your weekday mornings with relevant news, insights, and behind-the-scenes stories from Brussels and beyond.

Europe News

Palestinian prime minister in Brussels for more support from EU

Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa says the Palestinian Authority is making reforms that would allow it to govern Gaza after the war.

Gaza

Fighting rages in Gaza despite ICJ ruling Israel offensive must stop

The UN Security Council, meanwhile, approved a resolution that condemns attacks on humanitarian workers and UN personnel.