Benjamin Netanyahu
Israel accuses French president of stirring anti-semitism
A diplomatic row has broken out between Israel and France after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused French President Emmanuel Macron of fueling “the anti-Semitic fire” in France by planning to recognize Palestinian statehood. In a letter to Macron, Netanyahu claimed that anti-Semitism had surged in France since Macron’s announcement that he would recognize Palestine […]
Israel revokes visas of Australian diplomats
Australia’s Foreign Minister Penny Wong has strongly criticized Israel’s decision to revoke visas for Australian diplomats, calling it an “unjustified reaction”. This move comes after Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced that Australia would recognize the state of Palestine. Wong emphasized the need for dialogue and diplomacy, stating, “at a time when dialogue and diplomacy […]
UK business leaders demand action to prevent genocide in Gaza
A significant call to action has been made by over 700 UK business leaders, founders, and professionals who have signed an open letter urging the government to take immediate steps to prevent “further acts of genocide in Gaza” and uphold international law. The letter emphasizes the critical role that the UK government must play in […]
Netanyahu yet to respond to Hamas proposal
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s reluctance to agree to a ceasefire in Gaza has sparked concerns, with political analyst, Marwan Bishara, suggesting that Netanyahu believes he is “winning the war” and sees no need to compromise. According to Bishara, Netanyahu’s calculation is that Hamas is on the path to defeat, and with a perceived “green light” […]
Envoy calls on Israel to comply with Lebanon’s disarmament plan
The United States special envoy, Tom Barrack, has urged Israel to withdraw from Lebanese territory after Beirut approved a plan to disarm the Hezbollah group by the end of the year. In exchange, Israel would end its military attacks on Lebanese territory. Barrack emphasized that the plan requires cooperation from both sides, stating, “there’s always […]
Hamas ceasefire nod could be bid for ‘exit strategy’
Hamas‘s recent acceptance of a ceasefire proposal presented by mediators has sparked optimism that a long-awaited breakthrough in negotiations could be close. According to Adnan Hayajneh, a professor of international relations at Qatar University, Hamas’s move signals that it is open to an “exit strategy” while international sympathy for the Palestinian cause is high. Hayajneh […]
Netanyahu criticizes protests over Gaza war handling
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has come under fire for his handling of the Gaza war, with massive street protests erupting across the country. Over 400,000 people joined marches on Sunday, making it one of the largest demonstrations in almost two years of war. The protests were sparked by Netanyahu’s failure to secure the release […]
UK politicians urge prime minister to impose sanctions on Israel
A joint letter signed by prominent politicians in Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales has called on UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to recall parliament and impose immediate sanctions on Israel. The letter emphasizes the need for decisive action to address the humanitarian catastrophe unfolding in Gaza, which is described as both “man-made and avoidable”. The […]
Israelis protest Gaza war, demand release of captives
Tens of thousands of Israelis have taken to the streets, demanding an end to the war in Gaza and a deal to free captives held in the besieged enclave. The protests, which were some of the fiercest since the uproar over six captives found dead in Gaza last September, saw Israeli police make dozens of […]
US suspends visas for Gaza residents amid right-wing pressure
The United States has announced that it is halting all visitor visas for individuals from Gaza pending a “full and thorough” review. This decision comes after social media posts about Palestinian refugees sparked furious reactions from right-wingers, particularly from far-right activist and Trump ally Laura Loomer. Loomer claimed on X that Palestinians “who claim to […]