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Five Al Jazeera journalists killed in Israeli strike on Gaza City

The Israeli military confirmed it had targeted Al Jazeera correspondent Anas al-Sharif, claiming he led "a terrorist cell of Hamas," allegations al-Sharif and the media network had previously denied.

Australia

Australia will recognise Palestine in September, PM Albanese says

Speaking to reporters after a cabinet meeting on Monday, Albanese said that Australia’s decision to recognise the Palestinian state will be formalised at the United Nations General Assembly in September.

World News

UN Security Council ambassadors meet in emergency session on Gaza

UN chief António Guterres described Israel's planned expansion of military operations earlier as a “dangerous escalation” for the two million civilians trapped in the enclave as well as the remaining Israeli hostages still held captive.

Israel

'We have to finish it': Netanyahu vows to complete defeat of Hamas

The prime minister also said he had directed Israel’s military in recent days to “bring in more foreign journalists”.

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World News

Five foreign ministers condemn Israel's Gaza City takeover plans

The foreign ministers of Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom, New Zealand and Australia wrote that "any attempts at annexation or of settlement extension violate international law."

United Kingdom

US has 'no plans' to recognise Palestinian statehood, Vance says

The meeting comes amid debates between Washington and London about the best way to end the wars between Russia and Ukraine, as well as Israel and Hamas.

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Gaza troupe rehearses daily in shadow of bombing and displacement

In war-torn Gaza, musicians from the Edward Said National Conservatory are rebuilding their artistic troupe after a year of rehearsals amid displacement and destruction.

Germany

Germany halts military exports that could be used in Gaza, Merz says

Merz’s comments come amid a sea change of opinion among a number of Western countries about how the war in Gaza is being fought and the resulting humanitarian crisis.

Gaza

Israel's security cabinet approves plans to take over Gaza City

Israel's security cabinet has approved taking control of Gaza City, located in the north of the enclave, in another escalation to the war. Netanyahu earlier noted that Israel planned to take over the entirety of the enclave and eventually hand it off to "friendly Arab forces" instead of Hamas.

Europe News

Crisis in Gaza remains 'very severe' despite some positive steps - EU

Last month, the EU negotiated what it called a "significant" improvement of humanitarian aid access into Gaza, including an increase of food trucks, and an agreement to "protect the lives of aid workers."

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Israeli airstrikes kill dozens in Gaza as UN clinic area hit

Israeli airstrikes struck areas near a UN-run clinic in Gaza City on Wednesday, destroying homes and tents sheltering displaced people, according to Palestinian news agency Wafa.

Europe News

EU credibility at risk over Israel stance, warns ex-ambassador

The inconsistent application of international law on Israel’s actions in Gaza and the West Bank is damaging Europe’s credibility with the Global South, with which the EU aims to strengthen trade ties, former EU Ambassador to Palestine tells Euronews.

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Crowds gather around aid trucks in Gaza as food shortages persist

Large crowds gathered around aid trucks entering Gaza through the Morag corridor on Monday, as food shortages continue to affect the population across the enclave.

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Crowds surge toward falling aid in Gaza during chaotic rush

Airdropped humanitarian aid continued to fall across the central Gaza Strip on Monday, as Palestinians scrambled to collect parcels landing in remote or militarised zones.

Culture news

UK’s Royal Ballet and Opera cancels 2026 Israel show after protest

The Royal Ballet and Opera has cancelled a planned 2026 performance of Puccini’s 'Tosca' at the Israeli Opera in Tel Aviv, after 182 staff signed a letter condemning the organisation's stance on Gaza.

Gaza

Israel's security cabinet to meet amid further civilian deaths in Gaza

Aid shortages and rising famine in Gaza escalate as Netanyahu plans complete occupation of the Strip, as further civilian deaths while seeking food were reported.

Israel

Netanyahu holds talks with officials over Gaza occupation plans

Netanyahu reportedly told ministers this week that he would seek security cabinet backing for a plan to fully occupy Gaza, despite objections from within the IDF.

Europe News

EU diplomats confirm they won't yet sanction Israel on Gaza

Last week, EU member states already failed to rally enough support to suspend Israel from the Horizon Europe fund in response to the war in Gaza. Two of the largest EU countries - Germany and Italy – prefer to “continue dialogue” with Israel, one diplomat said.

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Gaza boy searches rubble for grandparents after deadly Israeli attack

A video posted by journalist Saeed Hasaballah on Sunday shows a young boy searching through the rubble of a collapsed building in Gaza after an Israeli strike.

Health news

How malnutrition in Gaza is devastating children's health

Despite urgent appeals from the UN and aid agencies, the delivery of essential food and medical aid remains severely restricted - worsening Gaza’s humanitarian crisis.

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