Hundreds demonstrate against the arrival of Israeli cruise passengers in Rhodes, voicing solidarity with Palestine amid tight security and arrests

A few hundred pro-Palestine protesters prevented Israeli tourists from disembarking on the Cyclades Island of Syros last week

Despite the unexpected nature of the strikes, the press secretary emphasized that the president maintains “a good working relationship” with Netanyahu and remains in frequent contact with the Israeli leader

The incident has drawn strong international criticism. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni issued a written statement denouncing the escalating violence in the region

A humanitarian aid distribution event in southern Gaza turned deadly on Wednesday, with at least 20 Palestinians losing their lives during a chaotic crowd surge near Khan Younis. The tragedy unfolded at a center operated by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), a U.S.-backed aid organization supported by Israel. According to GHF, 19 people were trampled […]

As of Tuesday, SOHR reported a total of 203 fatalities since fighting erupted on Sunday. This includes 92 Druze—21 of whom were civilians reportedly executed by forces affiliated with Syria’s Defense and Interior Ministries—93 pro-government fighters, and 18 Bedouins

As the talks continue under the shadow of nearly two years of war, the outcome remains uncertain

The Gaza Health Ministry reported that the death toll since the war began in October 2023 has surpassed 58,000, with 139 deaths recorded in the last 24 hours

The United States, once an active participant in the UN Human Rights Council, withdrew from the body during Donald Trump’s presidency, claiming it was biased against Israel

The attack on the Greek City of Poros day cruise remains the deadliest peacetime atrocity in modern Greek history, and is a sobering reminder of the potential cost of Greece’s entanglements in the Middle East

Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa suggested the deteriorating conditions are part of a broader strategy. "They are doing everything they can to make life extremely difficult for our people," he said

A prior ceasefire ended on March 18 when Israeli strikes killed more than 400 Palestinians.

The UN expert presented a report listing over 60 companies alleged to be involved in supporting Israeli settlements and military operations in Gaza

Despite the renewed diplomatic efforts, fighting on the ground has not eased. At least 139 Palestinians have been killed in the past 24 hours, according to Gaza health authorities

While no casualties or damage have been reported in the latest launch, the escalation underscores the fragility of security across the region and the potential for further confrontations

Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is scheduled to meet with U.S. officials at the White House on July 7, as discussions on the conflict and ceasefire efforts continue

Israeli strategic affairs minister Ron Dermer is expected at the White House on Monday for further discussions on both Iran and Gaza

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