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Israel’s Claims of Self-Defense Questioned Amid High Civilian Casualties in Lebanon and Gaza

Beirut, Lebanon — Tensions in the Middle East have escalated following the Israeli military’s bombardment of civilian areas in southern Lebanon on September 20, which Israel claims was a defensive measure against hidden missile launchers. This strike, claiming 492 lives and injuring 1,645, has sparked international outrage with concerns over the justification and real motives behind the targeting of densely populated regions. During this conflict, Israeli officials, including Isaac Herzog, have publicly stated that they …

Israel’s Army Reports Tragic Killing of Six Hostages in Gaza, Including Dual Citizen

Jerusalem — The Israeli military reported a grim discovery in Gaza, announcing that six individuals, including dual Israeli-American citizen Goldberg-Polin, were “brutally murdered.” This incident has struck a chord both domestically and internationally, highlighting the complex and often volatile nature of the Israeli-Gaza relationship. Goldberg-Polin, identified among the victims, held citizenship in both Israel and the United States, adding an international dimension to the tragedy. The incident has prompted responses from various government leaders and …

Palestinian Crisis Unfolds: Israel’s Devastating Military Campaign in Gaza

RAFAH, GAZA STRIP – For months, Palestinian civilians have been forced to flee their homes and seek refuge in the southern city of Rafah, designated as a “safe zone” by Israeli authorities. Amidst an aggressive military campaign in Gaza, Israel’s efforts to target Hamas members have resulted in a staggering death toll, with over 36,000 reported fatalities, according to the Gaza Health Ministry. The plight of more than a million Palestinians, including 600,000 children, sheltering …

Journalists Killed in Israel’s Gaza Assault Raise Concerns of War Crimes

Gaza – Palestinian journalist Wael Dahdouh has faced unimaginable tragedy as he continues to report on the suffering in Gaza. After losing his wife, daughter, son, and grandson in an attack, then being wounded and experiencing the death of his eldest son and a colleague in an Israeli drone strike, Dahdouh remains resilient. The Israel Defense Forces were alleged to have been involved in the deaths of more than 70 media workers during the latest …