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Amidst the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict, mounting pressure is building on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to secure a ceasefire agreement and the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas. The discovery of six hostages’ bodies, including Israeli-American Hersh Goldberg-Polin, has heightened urgency and fueled protests demanding action from Netanyahu. The US is actively engaged in mediating a deal, but a rejection could signify the end of American-led negotiations. The conflict has claimed thousands of lives and displaced a vast majority of Gaza’s population, prompting widespread calls for a resolution.

Vice President Kamala Harris is hitting the campaign trail with a bus tour in Pennsylvania ahead of the Democratic National Convention. The convention will feature Harris’s prominent role, while facing protests against the Biden-Harris administration’s support for Israel’s war in Gaza. The event highlights the upcoming presidential election with both candidates focusing on crucial swing states and key campaign messages.

Noted Indian screenwriter and poet Javed Akhtar has strongly condemned Israel’s actions in the Gaza Strip following the killing of retired Indian Army Colonel Waibhav Anil Kale. Kale, who was serving with the United Nations, was killed in an Israeli airstrike while traveling in a UN vehicle. Akhtar’s criticism adds to the growing chorus of voices from India and around the world calling for an end to the violence and a peaceful resolution of the conflict.

Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) has called for an end to U.S. military aid to Israel in response to the recent conflict in Gaza. Sanders cited the State Department’s finding of “reasonable” evidence that Israel had breached international law protecting civilians in its war against Hamas. The senator also expressed concern about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, with thousands of Palestinians dead or wounded and over half of the housing destroyed.

Amidst the protracted war in Gaza, Israel has disregarded the United States’ plea to refrain from invading Rafah city. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserted that Israel will not hesitate to act alone, stating, “If we have to stand alone, we will stand alone” and “fight tooth and nail.”

Prime Minister Netanyahu denounced international criticism of Israel’s war in Gaza, vowing that the country would defend itself against terror. He drew parallels between the current situation and the Holocaust, recalling the lack of international aid during that time. Meanwhile, tensions continue to escalate in Gaza, with Palestinian militants seizing hostages and launching rocket attacks. Israel has retaliated with airstrikes, resulting in significant casualties.

Israel and Hamas continue to engage in negotiations aimed at reaching a truce amidst the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip. However, Hamas has yet to accept the most recent proposal put forward by US and Egyptian mediators. The proposal consists of three stages: an immediate six-week ceasefire, the release of 33 Israeli hostages held by Hamas, and the delivery of essential supplies to Gaza. The proposal also includes the prospect of an Israeli withdrawal from Gaza and the return of civilians to the northern part of the territory. Hamas, on the other hand, seeks a complete end to the war and guarantees of an Israeli withdrawal. If an agreement is reached, it would mark the first ceasefire since late November and provide much-needed relief to the people of Gaza.

President Joe Biden addressed the ongoing campus protests over the recent conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, emphasizing the importance of peaceful protest while condemning anti-Semitism and violence. He stated that order must prevail, balancing the right to protest with the need to prevent disruptions and ensure safety on university campuses. Biden faced criticism from both Republicans and Democrats over his handling of the protests, facing accusations of being soft on anti-Semitism and strong support for Israel’s military offensive, respectively.

Israel’s President Isaac Herzog has criticized US universities for the campus unrest over Israel’s war in Gaza, claiming that these institutions are becoming increasingly intolerant of anti-Semitism and hatred. His comments follow a series of protests at universities across the United States, where students have gathered to condemn the rising death toll in the Gaza Strip. These protests have posed challenges to university administrators, who are trying to balance free speech rights with allegations of criminal activity, anti-Semitism, and hate speech. Herzog emphasized the need for unity and resilience in the face of these challenges, calling on Jewish communities to stand strong against anti-Semitism and to fight for their rights to believe and belong.

The United States has declared its opposition to the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) investigation into Israel’s conduct in Gaza. Israeli officials reportedly expressed concerns that the Hague-based tribunal could issue arrest warrants. However, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre emphasized that the US does not support the investigation, questioning the ICC’s jurisdiction. The New York Times reported that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may be among those potentially charged. The ICC’s probe extends to hostilities since Hamas’s 2021 attacks, investigating potential war crimes by both Israel and Hamas. Despite not being members of the ICC, both the US and Israel oppose the investigation, with Israeli officials condemning it as an attempt to undermine their right to self-defense.