Democratic vice presidential nominee Kamala Harris made a lighthearted appearance on ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’, enjoying a Miller High Life beer and discussing the Gaza conflict. She criticized Donald Trump’s relationship with Vladimir Putin and highlighted the importance of a ceasefire deal in the Middle East.
Australia’s humanitarian visa program for Palestinians has come under fire as a growing number of refugees from Gaza remain in limbo on visitor visas, unable to work or study. While the government has introduced a three-year humanitarian visa, it has been met with criticism for its selectivity and the high rejection rate for Palestinian applicants. This has sparked debate over Australia’s refugee policy and its balance between security concerns and humanitarian obligations.
China has accused the United States of repeatedly protecting Israel during the ongoing Gaza conflict, alleging that Washington has been obstructing ceasefire efforts. Chinese diplomats at the United Nations pointed out that Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories is a legal obligation, not an option, and criticized the US for vetoing ceasefire resolutions.
The US presidential debate saw Kamala Harris and Donald Trump engage in a heated discussion regarding the ongoing Gaza conflict. While Harris emphasized Israel’s right to self-defense and advocated for a two-state solution, Trump claimed the conflict wouldn’t have occurred under his presidency. The exchange highlighted differing approaches to resolving the conflict and potential implications for US foreign policy.
Hezbollah launched retaliatory rocket fire at northern Israel early Sunday, hours after Israeli strikes killed three Lebanese civil defense personnel in the south. The escalating violence comes as tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, an ally of Hamas, rise during the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
Hezbollah launched a large-scale attack on Israel, firing hundreds of rockets and drones, triggering a massive Israeli air response. The attack, a retaliation for the assassination of a Hezbollah commander, comes amid ongoing negotiations for a ceasefire in Gaza. The escalation risks a wider regional conflict.
A wave of pro-Israel counter-protesters at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago claim that Democrats have lost the Jewish vote due to their stance on the Gaza conflict. They argue that the party’s handling of the war has alienated Jewish voters, pushing them towards supporting former President Trump.
The United Nations has condemned the alarming increase in violence against humanitarian workers, with a record 280 aid workers killed worldwide in 2023. The ongoing conflict in Gaza is fueling a surge in deaths, potentially pushing 2024 to become an even deadlier year for aid workers.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan hosted Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas in Ankara for crucial talks amidst the intensifying conflict in Gaza. The meeting focused on achieving a ceasefire and lasting peace, with Erdogan reaffirming Turkey’s unwavering support for the Palestinian cause. The visit comes as tensions escalate following the assassination of a Hamas leader and highlights Turkey’s influential position in the region.
The United States, Egypt, and Qatar have jointly urged Israel and Hamas to restart stalled negotiations for a ceasefire in Gaza. The mediators, who have been leading indirect talks, set August 15 for the next round in Doha or Cairo, emphasizing that only a few details of implementation remain unresolved. While Israel has accepted the invitation, Hamas has yet to respond, with the recent assassination of their top leader adding further complexity to the situation.
