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Gaza

At least 54 killed in Israeli strike on Gaza, hospital says

The second consecutive night of heavy bombing coincided with US President Trump's Middle East tour, aiming for regional talks.

USA

Trump calls top Democrat Schumer a 'Palestinian' over Qatar jet row

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has angered US President Donald Trump over his scrutiny of Qatar's offer of a luxury aircraft as a gift.

Culture news

More than 350 stars condemn Gaza ‘genocide’ in time for Cannes opening

The stars and creatives have signed a letter about the killing of the Palestinian protagonist of a Cannes-premiering documentary: “We are ashamed of such passivity” - they wrote regarding the silence of the industry.

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Israeli-American soldier freed by Hamas after 19 months in captivity

Israeli-American soldier Edan Alexander, held by Hamas for over 19 months, was released in a goodwill gesture that may pave the way for a new ceasefire with Israel.

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World News

US-backed group seeks to take over Gaza aid distribution, reports say

Aid workers have criticised the plans, saying the proposal can't meet the needs of Gaza's large population and would forcibly displace large numbers of Palestinians by forcing them to move nearer aid hubs.

Culture news

Ireland asks Eurovision for discussion over Israel’s involvement

Irish national broadcaster RTÉ director general said he was "appalled by the ongoing events in the Middle East and by the horrific impact on civilians in Gaza, and the fate of Israeli hostages."

Gaza

At least 59 people killed in Israeli air strikes across Gaza Strip

The new bloodshed comes days after Israel approved a plan to intensify military operations in the Palestinian enclave, which would include seizing Gaza and holding on to captured territories.

Culture news

Former Eurovision acts call for Israel to be banned from 2025 contest

More than 70 former Eurovision contestants have signed an open letter demanding Israel and its national broadcaster KAN to be banned from this year’s contest, which is due to take place next week.

Culture news

Radiohead and Israeli musicians call out 'censorship' after gigs axed

June concerts featuring Radiohead’s Jonny Greenwood and Israel-born Dudu Tassa have been cancelled after "credible threats". Greenwood has stated: "Intimidating venues into pulling our shows won't help achieve the peace and justice everyone in the Middle East deserves"

West Bank

Dozens displaced as the IDF demolishes homes in West Bank village

Israel informed Palestinian officials on 1 May that it planned to carry out the demolition of 106 buildings in the West Bank’s Tulkarem and Nur Shams refugee camps, citing “military purposes”.

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Watch: Protesters disrupt Dutch Liberation Day ceremony

A national ceremony in the Netherlands marking 80 years since liberation from Nazi occupation was briefly disrupted on Monday by pro-Palestinian protesters.

Europe News

Pro-Palestine protesters disrupt Dutch defence minister’s speech

Five people were arrested as protesters disrupted the Liberation Day event in Wageningen, according to the police.

Gaza

Drone strike hits Gaza aid ship off Malta, organisers blame Israel

The attack comes amid a worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, which has been under a full blockade since March, with Israel halting all imports, including food and medicine.

Gaza

WFP says its Gaza food stocks have run out under Israel's blockade

Some 80% of Gaza's population of more than two million relies primarily on charity kitchens for food, because other sources have shut down under Israel's blockade, according to the UN.

Culture news

Kneecap and Kehlani receive backlash over support of Palestine

Kneecap and Kehlani face backlash in the US for their pro-Palestinian support, with the Irish rap group's Coachella performance and the American singer's cancelled Cornell University concert drawing criticism.

EuroVerify

No, the ICJ hasn't declared Israel an 'illegal state'

The false claims have been shared repeatedly over the past few months.

World News

Israeli strike kills at least 23 as mediators seek lasting Gaza truce

The Gaza Civil Defence, a first responders' body that operates under the Hamas-run government, also said it recovered another four bodies from strikes on two homes in the same area.

Health news

Hundreds of Gaza’s dialysis patients die struggling to get treatment

Officials in the territory say over 40 per cent of kidney failure patients - more than 400 - have died during the war.

USA

Detained student misses son's birth after ICE rejects release plea

Mahmoud Khalil, 30, has been held in detention since early March over his involvement in last year's pro-Palestinian campus protests.

World News

Israeli strikes on Gaza kill 14 and destroy donated bulldozers

There was no immediate comment from the Israeli military on the strikes. The military says it only targets militants and blames civilian deaths on Hamas because the group operates in densely populated areas.