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Israeli Forces Shoot Palestinian Man Dead in Gaza Strip

(MENAFN) Israeli troops fatally shot a Palestinian man Sunday in the southern Gaza Strip, according to local media reports. A Palestinian state news agency confirmed the incident, stating Israeli soldiers killed the man in Khan Younis’ Maen area...

Gaza Peace Summit Set to Kick Off in Egypt

(MENAFN) World leaders will gather in Egypt's Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh on Monday for a pivotal summit aimed at cementing a ceasefire agreement to end the war in Gaza, the Egyptian Presidency confirmed on Saturday. The high-level meeting...

Gaza flotilla Bangladeshi activist reports Israeli abuse in detention

(MENAFN) Bangladeshi photographer and human rights advocate Shahidul Alam reported on Saturday that Israeli forces attacked the Gaza flotilla he was aboard and detained activists, subjecting them to torture. Alam participated in the Freedom...

Israel transfers Palestinian inmates to prisons ahead of release

(MENAFN) Israeli authorities transferred Palestinian detainees to two prisons on Saturday in preparation for their upcoming release under a Gaza ceasefire arrangement, according to reports. Prisoners who are scheduled to be sent to Gaza or...

Crowds Flood Central London Streets in Support of Palestine

(MENAFN) Massive crowds flooded central London on Saturday as tens of thousands marched in solidarity with Palestine, marking the two-year anniversary of the war in Gaza. The demonstrators assembled at Victoria Embankment before moving past key...

Indonesia praises role of Turkey, US, Egypt, Qatar in Gaza’s truce

(MENAFN) Indonesia has praised the efforts of Türkiye, the United States, Egypt, and Qatar in achieving a ceasefire in Gaza and pledged to "participate actively" in aiding the territory’s reconstruction. "Indonesia expresses its appreciation for...

Starmer to be part of Gaza’s truce meeting

(MENAFN) UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrived in Egypt on Sunday to participate in an international peace summit focused on achieving a ceasefire in Gaza, according to reports. Downing Street stated that Starmer will pay “particular tribute” to...

Trump asserts Gaza’s war is over as he is departing to Middle East

(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump declared Sunday that the conflict in Gaza had officially ended as he departed for a diplomatic visit to Israel and Egypt ahead of an international peace conference focused on the ceasefire agreement. “The war is...

EU Commits to Overseeing Border Crossing Between Gaza, Egypt

(MENAFN) EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas declared on Monday the European Union’s commitment to "do its part" in advancing the Gaza ceasefire initiative, pledging to reactivate a civilian mission to oversee the border crossing between Gaza and...

Netherlands Pays Tribute to Palestinian Victims in Gaza

(MENAFN) A poignant memorial took place Saturday in front of the Sint Servaas Basilica, the Netherlands’ oldest church, where the Olive Tree Foundation honored Palestinian children and journalists who have lost their lives amid Israel’s ongoing...

Indonesia Commends Diplomatic Efforts in Brokering Gaza Ceasefire

(MENAFN) Indonesia has commended the diplomatic efforts of Türkiye, the United States, Egypt, and Qatar in brokering the recent Gaza ceasefire and pledged to take an active role in rebuilding the war-torn enclave. “Indonesia expresses its...

Trump hails Turkey’s efforts in Gaza truce

(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump on Sunday commended Türkiye for its involvement in reaching a ceasefire in Gaza, singling out President Recep Tayyip Erdogan for his significant contribution and regional influence. “Turkey was fantastic too....

UK PM Lands in Egypt for Gaza Ceasefire Summit

(MENAFN) UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrived in Egypt on Sunday to participate in a high-stakes international peace summit focused on achieving a ceasefire in Gaza, media reported. Downing Street confirmed that Starmer will pay "particular...

Clashes Erupt Between Police, Pro-Palestinian Protesters in Bern

(MENAFN) Swiss police clashed with pro-Palestinian demonstrators in Bern on Sunday after an unauthorized protest in the capital escalated, drawing thousands and resulting in property damage, fire incidents, and disruptions to city infrastructure....

UN Chief Set to Join Gaza Peace Summit in Egypt

(MENAFN) UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will travel to Egypt on Monday to participate in the Sharm el-Sheikh Summit for Peace, his office confirmed Saturday, marking a major diplomatic push to halt the ongoing war in Gaza. "The...

Civil Defense: 9,500 Palestinians Still Unaccounted for in Gaza

(MENAFN) The Gaza-based Civil Defense reported on Saturday that since the Israeli atrocities started on October 7, 2023, approximately 9,500 people remain unaccounted for. Mahmoud Basal, the Civil Defense spokesperson, called on the International...

Police disperse in pro-Palestinian rallies in Switzerland

(MENAFN) Swiss police intervened on Sunday to break up a pro-Palestinian demonstration in Bern, after tensions flared during the large rally in the city center. Thousands of people had gathered to express solidarity with Palestine, waving flags...

U.S. Declares No Intent to Send Troops to Gaza, Israel

(MENAFN) US Vice President JD Vance confirmed that despite America’s involvement in brokering the new Gaza ceasefire agreement, there are no plans to send US troops to Gaza or Israel. "We're not planning to put boots on the ground," Vance told...

Egypt’s President Stresses Need to Deploy International Forces in Gaza

(MENAFN) Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi emphasized the critical need for deploying international forces in Gaza, according to a statement from the Egyptian Presidency on Saturday. During a phone call with Cypriot President Nikos...

Erdogan states Turkey is closely watching execution of Gaza’s deal

(MENAFN) Türkiye will join a task force to oversee the on-the-ground implementation of the Gaza ceasefire agreement, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced on Thursday during the opening ceremony of the 2025–2026 higher education academic year...