Despite Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s opposition to a Palestinian state, the European Union’s Middle East peace envoy remains committed to a two-state solution. Sven Koopmans emphasizes the importance of dialogue and highlights the EU’s role as a key player in the region, advocating for the rights of both Israelis and Palestinians.
A Kashmiri MP has condemned the use of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) against youth who raised pro-Palestine slogans during a Muharram procession in Srinagar. He argued that India’s long-standing policy of supporting a two-state solution in Palestine makes the charges against the youth illogical and points to a discriminatory application of the law.
Seven Palestinians were killed in an Israeli military operation near Jenin, sparking renewed clashes in the West Bank. The operation included an airstrike and an exchange of fire with Palestinians barricaded in a building. The violence comes amid ongoing tensions following Israel’s war in Gaza and renewed settlement plans in the West Bank.
Israel has unfrozen and released $140 million in tax and customs duties to the Palestinian Authority, marking a significant step back from a policy of withholding funds implemented during the recent Gaza war. The move comes despite continued tensions and accusations of Palestinian Authority support for Hamas.
Despite the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, Palestine has selected six athletes to compete in the Paris Olympics. The athletes will represent Palestine in boxing, judo, swimming, shooting and taekwondo. The selection comes despite the devastating impact of the conflict on Palestinian sports, with many athletes forced to flee and training facilities destroyed.
An Israeli driver’s car was set ablaze after he mistakenly entered the Palestinian town of Qalandiya in the West Bank. The incident comes amidst increasing violence in the region, with numerous mob killings and clashes reported since the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza.
Tyler Cherry, a White House official, has been promoted despite past controversial social media posts criticizing police, supporting the Palestinian cause, and calling for the abolishment of ICE. Cherry has downplayed these posts, saying they do not reflect his current views. His promotion comes amidst tensions between the Biden administration and Israel over the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
A viral video showing an Israeli soldier tying a wounded Palestinian man to the bonnet of a military vehicle during an arrest raid in Jenin, West Bank, has sparked widespread outrage and condemnation. The Israeli army has admitted to a violation of operational procedures and initiated an investigation into the incident. The incident highlights the escalating violence in the West Bank, where tensions have surged since the Israel-Hamas war began in October 2023.
A video showing an injured Palestinian man strapped to the hood of an Israeli military jeep during an arrest raid in Jenin has sparked outrage. The Israeli military confirmed the incident, stating it was a violation of protocol and will be investigated. The incident highlights the escalating violence in the West Bank since the Gaza war.
Israel’s telecoms regulator has extended a ban on Al Jazeera’s operations in Israel for another 45 days, following a cabinet decision that its broadcasts pose a threat to security. The ban was initially imposed for 35 days on national security grounds but was upheld last week by a Tel Aviv court. Al Jazeera has criticized the ban as disproportionate and claimed it does not incite violence or terrorism. The Israeli government has until August 8 to argue why the law preventing foreign broadcasters from harming national security should not be deemed void. Despite the ban, Al Jazeera’s broadcasts on cable and satellite companies and its website access will remain blocked.
