Hamas confirms the death of its military leader Mohammed Sinwar. It’s finally official, even if it feels like the news has been circulating for ages. We’ve all been piecing together the puzzle, haven’t we? The silence, the lack of activity, the whispers. Now, it’s confirmed.
This news arrives after months of speculation, fueled by the absence of any communication from Sinwar. His phone was silent, his social media dormant, and his friends seemingly unable to reach him. Reports and rumors circulated about the circumstances of his death, particularly the possibility of an airstrike near a hospital, specifically the European Hospital in Gaza.… Continue reading
The United States is denying visas to Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas and approximately 80 other PA officials for the upcoming UN General Assembly. This controversial move, which the State Department attributed to the PA and PLO’s actions, has drawn criticism from several European countries, the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, and experts, who argue it hinders ceasefire diplomacy in Gaza. The State Department’s decision, however, was praised by Israeli officials and appears to be a further step to punish those involved in international tribunals’ probes of alleged crimes committed by Israel. The denial of visas is viewed by many as a violation of the UN Headquarters Agreement, which recognizes Palestine as a non-member observer state.
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Due to the high number of journalist casualties, Reuters has stopped sharing team locations with the Israeli military in Gaza. This decision was made after a Reuters cameraman was killed in an Israeli attack on Nasser Hospital, where the agency’s journalists were operating. The IDF stated they had “no further comment,” following claims by the IDF that a camera at the hospital was being used to direct terrorist activities, a claim disputed by journalists on the ground. As a result, the IDF ordered an investigation into “several gaps” including the “authorization process” before the attack.
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Recent polls indicate a significant shift in American sentiment towards Israel, with support reaching record lows. A Quinnipiac University poll revealed that 60% of voters oppose sending more military aid to Israel, and for the first time, more voters sympathize with Palestinians than Israelis. This shift coincides with growing international condemnation of Israel’s actions in Gaza, including accusations of creating a “man-made” famine. Despite the changing public opinion, some Democratic politicians continue to support military aid to Israel, while others have begun to take a harsher stance.
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In the last 24 hours, ten Palestinians, including two children, died from starvation, prompting Pope Leo XIV to demand Israel cease its “collective punishment” of Gaza’s population. Reports confirm at least 313 deaths due to hunger since the war’s start, with the UN warning of impending famine. Despite international calls for a ceasefire and the dire humanitarian conditions, Israeli forces continue their offensive, destroying homes and displacing residents in Gaza City. As Israel prepares for an offensive, it disregards concerns about further displacement, exacerbating the crisis while ignoring a US-backed ceasefire proposal.
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The Democratic National Committee voted to reject a resolution advocating for a halt in U.S. arms sales to Israel, despite growing opposition among Democratic voters regarding Israel’s military actions in Gaza. The initial resolution, proposed by a younger DNC member, aimed to represent the views of the party’s younger demographic. Although the original resolution was struck down, a conversation was started and could continue. DNC leadership, including Chair Ken Martin, instead pushed for a resolution calling for a ceasefire and continued military support for Israel, but ultimately pulled the resolution to promote unity.
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Hamas militants were photographed carrying grenade launchers during the funeral of Marwan Issa, a high-ranking Hamas military commander. Issa was killed in an Israeli airstrike amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. The funeral took place on February 7, 2025. The photograph was taken by Reuters.
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Israeli strikes on Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, Gaza, resulted in the deaths of four journalists, including Mariam Dagga, a freelancer for the Associated Press. The incident, which also killed a journalist from Al Jazeera and wounded a Reuters contractor, is part of a pattern of violence that has made the Israel-Hamas war one of the deadliest conflicts for media workers. According to the Committee to Protect Journalists, at least 192 journalists have been killed in Gaza during the 22-month conflict. Israel has stated it will investigate the incident but also often questions the affiliations and biases of Palestinian journalists, whom are the primary source of information on the war.
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Rep. Jamie Raskin, a Jewish Democrat from Maryland, has joined a growing number of Democrats in support of the “Block the Bombs Act,” which would halt the transfer of offensive weapons to Israel. This move reflects a decline in Democratic support for Israel during the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Other Jewish Democratic lawmakers, like Rep. Sara Jacobs, Rep. Becca Balint, and Rep. Jan Schakowsky, have also endorsed the legislation. Raskin’s actions mark a departure from traditional support for Israel, as he previously called for a ceasefire and voted against additional aid to Israel during the war.
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The recent IPC report declaring famine in Gaza reflects the global response to the ongoing crisis, according to Middle East correspondent Adam Parsons. While Israel disputes the famine declaration, the report highlights severe food shortages in Gaza City, the focal point of an impending military operation. Simultaneously, a ceasefire proposal endorsed by Hamas remains under consideration, creating a tense situation marked by conflicting narratives and potential military escalation. The Israeli government’s stance includes differing opinions on the future of Gaza and its population, adding further complexity to the situation.
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