After 11 days of intense fighting, Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire, ending the deadliest conflict between the two sides in years. The ceasefire was brokered by Egypt and went into effect on Friday, with both sides claiming victory and pledging to rebuild and address underlying issues. Noah Prescott 09/05/2024 12:20 am
The Israeli Defense Forces have launched a ground operation in the city of Rafah in the Gaza Strip, targeting Hamas militants. The operation comes after weeks of escalating violence between Israel and Palestinian factions, with both sides exchanging rocket fire. The international community has expressed concern over the situation and called for a ceasefire. Liam Harrington 09/05/2024 12:20 am
The Israeli government has announced that it will reopen the Rafah crossing between Israel and Gaza for humanitarian aid to enter the besieged territory. This decision comes after months of pressure from international organizations and reports of a worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The reopening of the crossing is seen as a positive step towards addressing the dire situation in Gaza. Penelope Kingsley 08/05/2024 11:21 pm
The US House of Representatives has passed a bill that aims to combat antisemitism in public schools by providing resources and training for educators. The legislation comes amid a rise in antisemitic incidents, including during the recent conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. The bill now heads to the Senate for consideration. Liam Harrington 08/05/2024 9:20 pm
The conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza continues to escalate, with both sides launching attacks and causing civilian casualties. The international community is calling for a ceasefire and diplomatic efforts are underway to de-escalate the situation. Ava Sinclair 08/05/2024 8:20 pm
Pro-Palestinian protests have erupted on college campuses across the United States, resulting in numerous arrests. The demonstrations are in response to the ongoing violence in the Middle East between Israel and Palestine. Many students are calling for their universities to divest from companies that support Israel. Gabriel Whitaker 08/05/2024 6:20 pm
The political survival of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is in the hands of a far-right party, as he struggles to form a coalition government. The party, led by Naftali Bennett, has demanded key ministerial positions and a say in key policies in exchange for their support. Netanyahu’s future as leader of Israel remains uncertain as negotiations continue. Penelope Kingsley 08/05/2024 5:21 pm
As Israel continues its military offensive in Gaza, calls for the country to open its border crossings and allow humanitarian aid into the besieged territory are growing. The conflict has resulted in the deaths of over 100 Palestinians, including many civilians, and has sparked international condemnation and protests. Israel maintains that its actions are in response to rocket attacks from Gaza, while Palestinian officials accuse Israel of disproportionate use of force. Liam Harrington 08/05/2024 5:20 pm
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing a difficult decision on whether to launch a military assault on the Gaza Strip’s Rafah border crossing, which is currently being held by Palestinian militants. The potential risks and consequences of such an operation are causing division among Israelis, with some calling for a more aggressive approach and others urging caution. Gabriel Whitaker 08/05/2024 4:21 pm
The recent conflict between Israel and Hamas has resulted in a ceasefire agreement, ending 11 days of intense fighting. The agreement was brokered by Egypt and the United Nations, and includes provisions for humanitarian aid and reconstruction efforts in Gaza. Noah Prescott 08/05/2024 1:20 pm
