Israeli Defense Chief Warns Of Long And Complex Days Of Fighting IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi emphasizes the need for war as Hamas launches a massive offensive. Zenger · Oct 9, 2023
Centre must ensure safety of Keralites in Israel: CPI(M) The Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M)] State secretariat has urged the Union government to ensure the safety and welfare of Keralites stranded in Israel. The Hindu · Oct 9, 2023
Israel declares siege of Gaza as Hamas threatens to start killing hostages Hamas says Israeli strikes have killed some captives and it will kill another if bombing without warning continues The Guardian - UK · Oct 9, 2023
At least 11 Americans killed as Israel orders siege of Gaza ‘We believe it is likely that American citizens may be among those being held by Hamas,’ Biden says The Independent UK · Oct 9, 2023
In the midst of war, Benjamin Netanyahu is a liability who can only make things worse. He must go The so-called international community must also make up for its years of neglect of Israel-Palestine, says foreign affairs commentator Simon Tisdall The Guardian - UK · Oct 9, 2023
The key issues at stake in Liberia’s presidential election Issues around the economy and the civil war could affect how Liberians vote in Tuesday’s election, analysts say. Al Jazeera · Oct 9, 2023
Tough talks ahead of EU media freedom law as France insists on use of spyware The final phase of negotiation of the European Union’s Media Freedom Act has begun after two different draft versions were adopted by the European Union Council and the European Parliament. The future law aims to promote EU-wide media pluralism without political interference. Radio France Internationale · Oct 9, 2023
OPINION - Hateful fools will protest at the Israeli embassy — this is why we must let them We know what “From the river / to the sea” means now: an Israel without Jews. The Palestinian Solidarity Campaign (PSC), a group of Muslim fundamentalists and affluent socialists, protests across Britain and this is its song. It will be at the Israeli embassy in Kensington tonight because it is… Evening Standard · Oct 9, 2023
Rwanda ‘tortures and murders’, supreme court asylum plan hearing told Home Office brings fresh legal challenge after court of appeal ruled UK’s deportation policy unlawful The Guardian - UK · Oct 9, 2023
What does Israel’s declaration of war mean for Palestinians in Gaza? Israeli PM says his country is at a war after deadly Hamas attacks, greenlighting a possible ground invasion of Gaza. Al Jazeera · Oct 9, 2023
OPINION - Haggling over kidnapped Israelis could take years Negotiations, even if they get under way soon, could take years, based on previous experience Evening Standard · Oct 9, 2023
Climate crisis costing $16m an hour in extreme weather damage, study estimates Analysis shows at least $2.8tn in damage from 2000 to 2019 through worsened storms, floods and heatwaves The Guardian - UK · Oct 9, 2023
Israel declares war on Hamas: Bloodshed is the only thing we can be sure of next Facing the severest security crisis in decades, Benjamin Netanyahu will have to deal with a push for an all-out ground war from hardliners in his coalition government, writes Kim Sengupta. But it is unclear where that would lead beyond terrible loss of life The Independent UK · Oct 9, 2023
Israel ‘going on the offensive’ after retaking territories overrun by Hamas Military confirms 700 killed in Israel after attack described as ‘9/11 and Pearl Harbor wrapped into one’ The Guardian - UK · Oct 9, 2023
Al Jazeera · Oct 9, 2023 ‘Necessary’ to stand with both Israelis, Palestinians, UN rapporteur says Francesca Albanese says she is ‘horrified’ by incomplete narrative around the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 9, 2023 Russia-Ukraine war: Zelenskiy to visit Romania on Tuesday in first trip since Russian invasion – as it happened Ukrainian president’s visit to neighbouring Nato member country will be first visit since Russia invaded Ukraine
The Guardian - UK · Oct 9, 2023 ‘There are no better experts on refugees than refugees’: Nhial Deng on why politicians need to listen At 11, the South Sudanese refugee was forced to flee his Ethiopian village and spent several years in Kakuma camp in Kenya. His work helping others there won UN recognition and a prestigious award – now he’s planning to fund a library
The Independent UK · Oct 9, 2023 Israel intensifies Gaza bombardment, battles to dislodge Hamas fighters from its territory Israel has intensified its bombardment of the Gaza Strip after declaring war and vowing to destroy the “military and governing capabilities” of the enclave’s Hamas rulers
Al Jazeera · Oct 9, 2023 UN Security Council meets on Gaza-Israel, but fails to agree on statement US pushes for harsh condemnation of Hamas but fails to achieve the consensus necessary for a statement.
France 24 · Oct 9, 2023 🔴 Live: Death toll tops 800 in Israel, nears 700 in Gaza The death toll from the conflict between Israel and Hamas rose to more than 1,400 on Monday, including more than 800 people killed in Israel and 687 in Gaza. Follow our liveblog for all the latest developments. All times are Paris time (GMT+2).
The Guardian - AU · Oct 8, 2023 Hamas and Israel at war: what we know on day 3 Israel declares ‘complete siege’ on Gaza as Hamas claims Israeli strikes killed captives
The Guardian - AU · Oct 8, 2023 Xi Jinping’s wants a ‘multipolar world’, as China accelerates its shift away from the west In the face of increasingly strained relations with the west, Beijing is attempting to build its influence in the global south
The Independent UK · Oct 8, 2023 5 things to know as Israel declares war on Hamas following the militant group's unprecedented attack Israel has declared war, bombarding the Gaza strip with airstrikes in retaliation for a major surprise attack by the militant group Hamas
The Independent UK · Oct 8, 2023 Israeli and Palestinian supporters rally across U.S. as Israel declares war after Hamas attack Supporters of Israel and backers of the Palestinian cause rallied in American cities Sunday over the conflict that has killed hundreds and wounded thousands in the Middle East
Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 8, 2023 Israel declares war, bombards Gaza and battles to dislodge Hamas fighters after surprise attack At least 700 people have reportedly been killed in Israel — a staggering toll on a scale the country has not experienced in decades — and more than 400 have been killed in Gaza.