‘We stand behind every word he said’: More Ed Sheeran supports back Macklemore The US rapper spoke out in support of the people of Gaza and the West Bank. Evening Standard · Sep 16
At least 21 killed after Israeli-hit building in Gaza City collapses Rescue workers say search for dozens of people hampered by lack of heavy machinery The Guardian - UK · Sep 16
Trump pushes $2.8bn Israel weapons deal for bombs once halted over Gaza fears The Trump administration is planning to deliver powerful 2,000-pound bombs to Israel as part of an upcoming arms deal The Independent UK · Sep 16
Rock legend slams Ed Sheeran as US tour crumbles over Macklemore-Palestine controversy Pink Floyd musician was reacting to Macklemore’s dismissal from Sheeran’s tour over his Israel and Palestine comments The Independent UK · Sep 16
Louise Haigh Says Britain Was 'Too Slow' on Gaza, Vows UK Will 'No Longer Stand By' as Children Are Killed Louise Haigh has acknowledged that Britain was too slow to respond to the crisis in Gaza and the West Bank, while defending tougher measures against Israeli settlements. International Business Times UK · Sep 16
Building collapse in Gaza kills 16 as perilous conditions persist for Palestinians during truce A building collapse in Gaza City overnight has killed sixteen people, including at least twelve women and children The Independent UK · Sep 16
20 dead, dozens missing after war-damaged apartment block collapses in Gaza A devastating incident occurred overnight in Gaza City, where a six-storey apartment building crumbled, leaving at least ten Palestinians, including young children, dead. The aftermath has led to fears that numerous individuals may still be trapped beneath the debris. Rescue teams are actively searching for survivors and recovering bodies, amid… The Times of India · Sep 16
War-damaged Gaza building collapses killing 12 people seeking shelter inside At least 12 Palestinians, including five children, were killed when a damaged seven-storey apartment building collapsed in Gaza overnight, with dozens feared trapped beneath the rubble. Rescuers searching with limited machinery said residents had moved into damaged buildings because of scarce shelter, amid warnings that hundreds more structures remain at… The Economic Times · Sep 16
Ed Sheeran in an ‘impossible position’ over Macklemore Gaza row, says Lisa Nandy IN FULL The Independent UK · Sep 16
'That Doesn't Faze Me': Ms Rachel Won't Back Down on Gaza Support Despite Partnership, View Warnings Ms Rachel says warnings that her Gaza advocacy could cost partnerships and views 'don't faze' her as she continues speaking out for Palestinian children. International Business Times UK · Sep 16
Ms Rachel Takes Aim at Ed Sheeran Again: 'He Did a Concert for Ukraine' But Stayed Silent on Gaza Ms Rachel has renewed criticism of Ed Sheeran, contrasting his support for Ukraine in 2022 with his decision not to publicly discuss the Israel-Palestine conflict. International Business Times UK · Sep 16
A damaged building collapses in Gaza, killing at least 12 people and other Mideast developments A building housing displaced Palestinian families has collapsed in Gaza City, killing at least 12 people, including four children The Independent UK · Sep 16
US plans to send bombs to Israel in $2.8 billion weapons deal The same class of bombs raised concerns under the Biden administration because of the risk of large civilian casualties in densely populated Gaza Euronews · Sep 16
Students in Gaza ‘devastated’ after plan for them to study in Belgium fails Belgian government unable to agree on evacuation of 13 students to take up scholarships at universities The Guardian - UK · Sep 16
The Economic Times · Sep 16 Trump administration plans $2.8 billion Israel arms deal with 40,000 powerful bombs The Trump administration is planning a $2.8 billion arms deal to supply Israel with 40,000 2,000-pound bombs, including weapons whose delivery the Biden administration paused over concerns about mass casualties in Gaza. The proposed package, mostly funded through US military financing, comes as violence continues despite a fragile ceasefire.
International Business Times UK · Sep 15 Trump Plans Sale of 40,000 2,000-Pound Bombs to Israel, Setting up Democratic Litmus Test The Trump administration is preparing a proposed $2.8bn weapons package for Israel, including 40,000 2,000-pound bombs, as Congress faces renewed debate over arms transfers and civilian harm.
Evening Standard · Sep 15 Artists touring with Ed Sheeran quit over rapper’s removal amid Palestine row US rapper Macklemore was removed from Sheeran Loop Tour and vocalising support for Gaza.
The Guardian - US · Sep 15 Ed Sheeran responds to backlash over removing Macklemore from tour after ‘Free Palestine’ comments English singer outlines his position after US stadium owners refuse to let rapper perform after political speech
The Guardian - UK · Sep 15 ‘This should be condemned by any thinking human’: film industry rallies behind NAZA directors Backing comes after Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor were threatened with having their citizenship revoked and accused of treason
The Conversation · Sep 15 Middle East is the latest arena of political recalibration for Italy’s right-wing but pragmatic Meloni Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has made a political art of being many things at once.
The Independent UK · Sep 15 An Israeli documentary on the war in Gaza sets off a firestorm at home after Venice award An Israeli documentary about the civilian death toll from the war in Gaza has sparked a fierce backlash in Israel after being awarded the special jury prize at the Venice International Film Festival
Euronews · Sep 15 UN urges full access for investigators as Gaza death toll mounts A UN access request over Gaza's uncounted dead raises questions that could shape how this war is judged.
Euronews · Sep 15 Benjamin Netanyahu joins Israeli ministers attacking Venice-winning documentary 'NAZA' The documentary 'NAZA', which won the Special Jury Prize at the Venice Film Festival, examines Israel's targeting practices in Gaza and alleges that mass civilian deaths are routinely factored into decisions over military strikes.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 15 Stories in Gaza documentary pulled by BBC still need to be aired, director says Exclusive: Jamie Roberts admits ‘serious mistake’ with Gaza: How to Survive a Warzone, as he speaks ahead of new film on UK far right
International Business Times UK · Sep 15 Ms Rachel Calls Out Ed Sheeran Over Macklemore Tour Drop: 'Silence During a Genocide Is Not Neutral' Ms Rachel has criticised Ed Sheeran after Macklemore was dropped from his US tour, accusing the singer of failing to speak out over the war in Gaza.