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A bipartisan group of over 100 US House lawmakers issued a strong warning to the United Nations, threatening to cut funding if the international body continues its criticism of Israel’s actions in the ongoing conflict with Hamas. The letter, signed by both Democrats and Republicans, expresses outrage over a recent UN resolution demanding Israel return all land and assets acquired since 1967. The lawmakers argue that the resolution unfairly undermines Israel’s right to defend itself and fails to recognize the legitimate security concerns of the nation.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas accuses Israel of attempting to drive Palestinians out of Gaza, particularly in the north, calling it ‘ethnic cleansing’. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken travels to Qatar to discuss a potential ceasefire and hostage deal. The conflict continues with intense rocket fire and Israeli airstrikes, resulting in civilian casualties.

India has sent a significant shipment of humanitarian aid to the people of Palestine in Gaza, including essential medicines, surgical supplies, and food. This initiative comes amidst the ongoing conflict in the region, with the World Food Programme warning of depleted supplies and the United Nations calling for an end to the violence. The aid, totaling 30 tons, is being distributed through the UNRWA.

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) has announced the elimination of Mohammad Abdullah, the top commander of the Iran-backed Palestinian militant group Islamic Jihad, in an airstrike on Thursday. The operation, conducted in the Nur Shams refugee camp in the occupied West Bank, also resulted in the death of a second militant. Abdullah, known for his role in organizing attacks against Israeli forces, was responsible for deploying explosives and coordinating the group’s activities in the area.

The Great Escape music festival will no longer be sponsored by Barclays after over 130 artists boycotted the 2024 edition due to the bank’s ties to companies supplying weapons to Israel. The boycott, organized by Bands Boycott Barclays and supported by the BDS movement, highlights the growing pressure on companies to divest from arms manufacturers and end support for the Israeli military. This victory comes after similar boycotts at other UK festivals, demonstrating the power of collective action in the music industry.

On October 5th, amidst a cold rain, the “10.5 Tokyo March for Palestine” took place in Shibuya and Omotesando, Japan. Participants used fashion as a powerful tool to express their solidarity with Palestine and protest the ongoing violence against the Palestinian people. The march marked one year since the escalation of Israeli bombing and invasion of Palestine on October 7, 2023, highlighting the ongoing crisis and demanding an end to the violence.

Protests and memorial events took place across the world on Sunday, marking the anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel. Thousands participated in rallies supporting both Palestinians and Israelis, with heightened security measures in place due to concerns of violence and potential terror attacks. Calls for peace and the release of hostages dominated the day’s events, with Pope Francis urging a day of prayer and fasting.

Israeli airstrikes on a mosque and school in Gaza have killed at least 24 people, including children, and injured 93. This attack comes one year after Hamas’s attack on southern Israel, marking a grim anniversary of the escalating conflict between Israel and Palestine. Despite claims of targeting Hamas militants, civilian casualties continue to rise, highlighting the devastating impact of the ongoing conflict.

This Rosh Hashanah, amidst the ongoing conflict in Gaza and Lebanon, the author reflects on the complex relationship between Jewish identity, Israeli actions, and the need for a more just future. They challenge the narrative of Jewish safety being contingent on Palestinian suffering and call for a vision of liberation that includes all people.

On the first anniversary of the Hamas attacks on Israel, pro-Palestinian protests swept across Europe and beyond, calling for a cease-fire and denouncing Israeli actions. Large rallies took place in London, Paris, Rome, and Berlin, with heightened security concerns and warnings of potential violence. The protests come amid a tense situation in the Middle East, with fears of escalating conflict and renewed terror attacks.