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Israel cuts off aid to Gaza, raising concerns about meeting dire humanitarian needs in the region

Conflict & Justice

Israel has blocked the entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza, citing Hamas’ rejection of a new proposal to extend the ceasefire. Hamas has expressed reservations about the plan because it does not include a commitment from Israel to end the war or fully withdraw its troops. Humanitarian groups warn that cutting off aid now could sabotage the progress made in Gaza since the start of the ceasefire back in January.

Gaza war is putting Egyptian-Israeli relations to the test

Israel-Hamas war
Yahya Sinwar, head of Hamas in Gaza, delivers a speech during a rally marking "Jerusalem Day," or Al-Quds Day, an annual celebration to support Palestinians in the holy city, at a soccer filed in Gaza City, Friday, April 14, 2023.

Who is Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar and what does he want? 

Israel-Hamas war

What does the halting of a recent shipment of US weapons to Israel mean for the war in Gaza?

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Yousef Hammash with his wife and children, Elia and Ahmad.

‘I don’t know what’s waiting for us in the next minute’: A father tries to protect his family in Gaza

Israel-Hamas war

2013 Gaza Marathon Canceled After Hamas Bans Women

Lifestyle & Belief

Geo Quiz: Name the starting point and finish line of the Gaza Marathon. UN organizers have pulled the plug on the race because Gaza’s Hamas authorities banned women from taking part.

Israel Court Rules Rachel Corrie Death an Accident

Conflict & Justice

An Israeli court has ruled that the death of an American activist Rachel Corrie, who was crushed in Gaza nine years ago, was a regrettable incident.

Israel pounds Gaza after deadly attacks

Global Politics

The Israeli military carries out air strikes over the Gaza Strip following a series of deadly attacks in southern Israel.