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Gaza

Tensions escalate in Jerusalem after al-Ahli Arab hospital blast

The facts around what happened at the hospital are disputed, with Hamas blaming Israel while Israel - and the White House - says it was Hamas who caused the blast.

World News

EU demands Meta, Tiktok detail efforts to curb disinformation

The European Commission asked Meta and TikTok to explain the measures they have taken to reduce the risk of spreading and amplifying terrorist and violent content, hate speech and disinformation.

Travel News

Is it safe to travel to Egypt, Jordan and Lebanon right now?

The UK and EU governments have already warned against all but essential travel to Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories.

The Cube

Fact-check: Has Ukraine supplied Hamas militants with NATO weapons?

Some social media users and Russian officials are saying Hamas militants are using weapons supplied by Kyiv. However, there is no concrete evidence to establish a link between Hamas' military arsenal and Ukraine.

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Iran

Experts: nobody wants a big war in the Middle East

Iran has threatened to 'intervene in the conflict' if Israel launches a ground operation in the Gaza Strip. Euronews spoke to experts about what this 'intervention' might be and its consequences.

Russia

Euroviews. The Israel-Hamas war is the latest proof Russia is an agent of chaos

Russia’s leadership doesn’t even have a stable, non-contradictory set of principles or values it adheres to, and its hodgepodge of narratives shows it is trying to fuel any conflict it can, all with the goal of carving out an empire for itself, Aleksandar Đokić writes.

Gaza

'Gates of hell': Reporter gives his own account of Gaza horror

"It is not safe. Leave your dreams and memories as they are torn apart by the fangs of a monster."

Europe News

Von der Leyen defends trip to Israel and warns about 'fury of war'

Ursula von der Leyen defended on Wednesday morning her closely watched trip to Israel and called on the European Union to "redouble" efforts to protect the civilian population in the Gaza Strip.

Culture news

Making music out of antisemitism: Uri Agnon on his new play

Speaking to Euronews Culture, the Israeli writer and composer explains how his views of antisemitism changed upon moving to the UK and how that experience has inspired his latest musical.

Europe Decoded

Did Europe fail Palestinians by isolating Hamas?

When Hamas won the Palestinian legislative elections in January 2006, Europe had a problem.

Europe News

Total Gaza siege not in line with international law - Charles Michel

A total siege of Gaza is “not in line with international law”, European Council President Charles Michel said on Tuesday after EU heads of state met online to iron out their stance on the Israel-Hamas war.

Europe News

73 MEPs want Commissioner to resign after fiasco over Palestinian aid

More than 70 Members of the European Parliament have asked for the resignation of Olivér Várhelyi, the Commissioner who last week misleadingly announced the suspension of "all payments" to the Palestinian authorities.

Travel News

When will flights restart to Israel?

Tel Aviv international airport is still in operation, but many airlines have cancelled or diverted services.

No Comment

Palestinians search through the rubble of destroyed building in Gaza

Palestinians search for survivors under the rubble of a destroyed building after an Israeli strike in Khan Yunis in the southern Gaza Strip.

Money

Cryptocurrency companies freeze accounts to block Hamas funding

Israeli law enforcement has been working with crypto companies to block fund flows to Hamas.

Europe News

'A new page in EU defence': First-ever EU military exercise kicks off

Some 2,800 troops are this week taking part in the first-ever live European Union military exercise in a bid to boost the bloc's ability to respond faster to crises outside its borders.

The Cube

Israel-Hamas War: How children are used to spread disinformation

During conflicts and other unprecedented events, children can be weaponized in order to elicit support. One shocking video showed children held in cages with social media users claiming these were Israeli babies kidnapped by Hamas. Turns out the clip was staged.

Business

Tether freezes 32 addresses linked to terrorism

The cryptocurrency company is stepping up its fight against the illegal use of its stablecoin that has been found to fund terrorism in Israel.

Europe News

EU leaders to discuss Israel-Hamas war after week of mixed messages

European Union leaders will meet remotely on Tuesday afternoon to discuss the latest developments of the Israel-Hamas war and set the record straight about the bloc's joint position, with a possible call for a ceasefire.

Economy

Gas prices keep climbing in Europe after Israel Hamas war

Natural gas prices in Europe have been climbing over the past week, as recent world events bring uncertainty to the market. Should the continent be worried about its gas supplies?