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Wednesday, August 13, 2025
TopicIsrael-Gaza violence

Topic: Israel-Gaza violence

Canada conducts first airdrop in Gaza, accuses Israel of violating international law

A CC-130J Hercules aircraft was used to airdrop 21,600 pounds of critical humanitarian aid into Gaza in support of Global Affairs Canada, the government said in a statement.

Berlin will respond to any ‘unilateral actions’ by Israel, says Germany foreign minister

Foreign minister Johann Wadephul is headed to Israel & Palestinian territories as part of a fact-finding mission amid increasing reports of starvation in Gaza.

WHO says Israeli strikes hit staff residence, warehouse in Gaza

The UN agency said WHO staff residence was hit by airstrikes three times, as Israeli tanks entered Deir al-Balah Monday for the first time, where hostages are believed to be held.

Netanyahu admits ‘mistake’ to Trump over strike on sole Catholic church in Gaza, says White House

US Press Secretary Leavitt said Trump, in a phone call with Netanyahu, expressed displeasure over the strike. Israel claims a 'stray’ round hit the church and probe was underway.

Israeli forces recover bodies of 3 hostages in Gaza, leaving behind 50 hostages yet to be found

On 7 October, 2023, Palestinian militant group Hamas killed 1200 people and took 251 hostages, according to official Israeli sources.

Israel fires on crowd at aid site in Gaza. At least 59 killed, 221 injured

According to an eye witness at the hospital, the Israeli Defence Forces allegedly let Palestinians gather at the aid site before launching attacks on the crowd.

UN General Assembly to vote on immediate ceasefire in Gaza despite US, Israel opposing the move

US has warned that countries taking anti-Israel actions will be seen as acting against US foreign policy interests and could possibly face diplomatic consequences.

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.

Gaza aid boat Madleen carrying Greta Thunberg seized, Israel confirms it’s under their control

The British-flagged yacht, operated by a pro-Palestinian group was headed to break naval blockade to deliver aid to Gaza on Monday.

Wilfully restricting food & relief in Gaza may constitute war crime, says UN spokesperson

The head of the U.N. agency, Volker Turk, urged a prompt and impartial investigation into attacks on Palestinians trying to receive food aid.

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India expands Southeast Asia defence footprint with new joint venture in Philippines

Memorandum of understanding between SMPP and ADFC was signed during state visit of Philippines’ President to India earlier this month.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.