Biden: Decisions Made Now Will Shape Future For Decades President Biden addresses nation after Israel visit, secures aid agreement for Palestinians in Gaza Zenger · Oct 20, 2023
Progressive organisations take out rally in support of Palestine The Kalaburagi district unit of Pragatipara Sanghatanegala Okkoota, a consortium of progressive organisations, took out a rally in support of Palestine amid the ongoing war between Israel and Gaza-based Hamas militants. The Hindu · Oct 20, 2023
Iranian official in UK warns of danger of Israel-Hamas escalation Chargé d’affaires at embassy says situation is very volatile and Iran has no control over ‘resistance forces’ The Guardian - UK · Oct 20, 2023
Citibank fires banker for Instagram message saying ‘no wonder Hitler wanted to get rid’ of Jewish people Finance specialist wrote the post in response to a deadly explosion at a hospital in the embattled Gaza Strip The Independent UK · Oct 20, 2023
Israel's embattled tech sector called to its defence amid war with Hamas Hamas's October 7 attack on Israel was a shocking breach of Israeli defence technology, which is among the world's most renowned. But things weren’t exactly easy before the war. Investment in Israeli startups plunged amid a global tech sector turndown and domestic political turmoil. Many young tech industry workers have… France 24 · Oct 20, 2023
Hundreds of protesters swarm Capitol rotunda to demand Israel-Hamas ceasefire Capitol police soon moved to arrest members of the demonstration The Independent UK · Oct 20, 2023
Jewish and Arab Australians channel hopes and fears into help amid Israel-Hamas war Some put efforts into humanitarian work while others believe political pressure can limit loss of life The Guardian - AU · Oct 20, 2023
Gaza: first aid deliveries cross into the strip as Israeli troops mass on the border The population of the Gaza Strip remains cut off from basic supplies like water, food, and electricity since Israel’s defence minister, Yoav Gallant, ordered a “complete siege”. No aid has been able to reach Gaza and the first promised convoy has just been delayed further. The Conversation · Oct 20, 2023
‘Complete siege’ of Gaza: satellite map of worst affected areas View from space of fenced-off territory in its entirety highlights some of the key disaster zones The Guardian - UK · Oct 20, 2023
Crisis at the Border Plus: Empty place settings for the hostages, Biden doxes soldiers, my own Yeltsin moment, and more... Reason · Oct 20, 2023
UN chief calls on Israel to open aid ‘lifeline’ for Gaza Labelling aid trucks ‘the difference between life and death’, Antonio Guterres called for access via the Rafah crossing. Al Jazeera · Oct 20, 2023
Defying bone-crushing exhaustion, Gaza’s doctors work despite Israel’s war Doctors are working around the clock amid shortage of medical supplies and near-total collapse of healthcare system. Al Jazeera · Oct 20, 2023
UN chief makes desperate plea for aid stuck on border to enter Gaza: ‘The difference between life and death’ Antonio Guterres says that all countries involved need to ‘make them move as quickly as possible’ in plea at Egypt-Gaza crossing The Independent UK · Oct 20, 2023
Investigations reveal discrepancies in Israel’s Gaza hospital attack claims As Israel bombs Gaza, media organisations and researchers are investigating what happened at the al-Ahli Arab Hospital. Al Jazeera · Oct 20, 2023
The Guardian - UK · Oct 20, 2023 Gaza crossing still closed despite pressure from UN and US leaders Rafah crossing still closed to aid as Hamas releases two hostages while Israeli airstrikes on territory continue
The National (Scotland) · Oct 20, 2023 'I never said that': Keir Starmer backtracks on withholding aid claim SIR Keir Starmer denied he ever backed Israel withholding humanitarian aid from Gaza as he sought to clarify his remarks about the siege after…
The Independent UK · Oct 20, 2023 Protesters say Labour has blood on its hands outside party’s HQ Demonstrators called for Labour to call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and for the UK to stop arming Israel.
Evening Standard · Oct 20, 2023 US Navy ship intercepts three missiles fired from Yemen ‘potentially towards Israel’ A US guided-missile destroyer shot down three land attack cruise missiles and several drones
Al Jazeera · Oct 20, 2023 ‘I struggle to envision life after Israel’s war on Gaza – if we survive’ Displaced people in southern Gaza are going to great lengths to feed families and stay in touch with the outside world.
The National (Scotland) · Oct 20, 2023 Sam Heughan backtracks after signing letter for Gaza ceasefire OUTLANDER actor Sam Heughan has issued an apologetic statement after signing a letter from thousands of creatives calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.
Al Jazeera · Oct 20, 2023 A fateful decision, Israeli bombing, a young mother killed fleeing Gaza Samah Msameh was in a truck with her family fleeing northern Gaza Strip when Israel targeted their convoy, killing 70.
Evening Standard · Oct 20, 2023 Greek Orthodox Gaza church sheltering displaced people hit by Israeli air strike Casualties reported after historic church damaged by Israeli airstrike
The Independent UK · Oct 20, 2023 Is it safe for Americans to travel right now amid ‘worldwide advisory’? Latest government advisory warns all Americans to exercise caution when travelling anywhere in the world – and specifically not to travel to Gaza, the West Bank, Israel and Lebanon
The Independent UK · Oct 20, 2023 ‘Nowhere is safe’: The doctors fighting to save lives as healthcare under attack in Gaza warzone The Al Ahli Hospital blast has raised urgent concerns about attacks on healthcare during the Israeli-Hamas conflict
Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 20, 2023 Middle East war is the price of Netanyahu’s history with Hamas Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s policies made Hamas stronger and weakened those who want a two-state solution for Palestine. Polls show Netanyahu’s support is cratering. The president of the U.S. should stay far away.