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Topic: Gaza Strip

Israel’s Smotrich approves plan to split East Jerusalem from West Bank

It was not clear if Netanyahu backed the plan to revive the long-frozen E1 scheme, which Palestinians & world powers have said would effectively lop West Bank in two.

UK PM Starmer condemns Israel’s control of Gaza, urges govt to reconsider

Keir Starmer said that Israeli govt's decision to further escalate its offensive in Gaza is wrong & will only bring more bloodshed.

6 more die of hunger in Gaza as trucks reach border for rare fuel delivery

New deaths raised the toll of those dying from 'an unfolding famine' to 175, including 93 children, since the war began, the health ministry said.

Thousands join pro-Palestinian march on Sydney Harbour Bridge

As warnings of starvation in Gaza strip raise alarm around the globe, many carried pots, pans as symbols of the hunger in what was called the 'March for Humanity'.

Zelenskyy says Ukraine, Russia to hold peace talks in Turkey Wednesday

Ukraine has backed US calls for an immediate ceasefire, while Moscow says certain arrangements must be put in place before a ceasefire can be introduced.

Gaza hit by multiple strikes early morning, as seen from southern Israel

Repeated attacks by Israeli forces in recent weeks have killed hundreds of Gazans, many of them civilians, and injured thousands.

47 dead as Israel launches airstrikes on Palestinians waiting for food in Gaza

47 dead as Israel launches airstrikes on crowd waiting for food in Gaza

Israeli fire kills 40 near Gaza Humanitarian Foundation aid site

Many of the dead were trying to reach food. No comment from the Israeli military on Monday’s shootings.

35 Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza aid site, local health officials say

Israeli military had no immediate comment. Netanyahu said Tuesday there had been progress in efforts to secure release of remaining hostages, but too soon to raise hopes of a deal.

Israel intercepts Madleen boat carrying aid to Gaza, detains Greta Thunberg & other activists onboard

Madleen was taking flour, baby formula & crutches, among other aid, attempting to break Israel's blockade of Gaza. The Israeli foreign ministry says the boat has been diverted to Israel.

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Gel manicure is weakening your nails. Here’s how to care for them

One young patient came to me after years of non-stop gels; her nails were so fragile they peeled in layers.

Wall Street carries big expectations this year after best run since 2009

The concern is not that 2025’s rally was irrational, but that it may be difficult to repeat. Outlooks remain anchored to AI investment and growth without reigniting inflation.

Greece looking at TATA’s WhAP infantry combat vehicle for army procurement

If deal goes through, Greece will be 2nd foreign country to procure vehicle. Morocco was first; TATA Group has set up manufacturing unit there with minimum 30 percent indigenous content.

A year-end Mea Culpa in National Interest—The Army-Islam combo doesn’t kill democracy

Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.