Israel's parliament voted Monday to ban the UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) from operating within its borders, escalating tensions with international allies. The decision follows claims that some UNRWA staff were involved in Hamas' October 2023 attack. 🚨
‘100,000 Trapped’ in Northern Gaza
Palestinian emergency services report 100,000+ residents are stranded in Jabalia and nearby areas without food or medical supplies amid renewed Israeli military operations. The Israeli army claims it’s targeting Hamas regrouping efforts, while medics deny militants were present at a raided hospital.
Ceasefire Talks on Thin Ice ⚖️
Egypt proposed a two-day truce to exchange hostages and prisoners, but both sides remain entrenched: Israel vows to continue fighting until Hamas is dismantled, while Hamas demands a full Israeli withdrawal first.
Regional Conflict Widens
Clashes between Israel and Iran-backed groups in Lebanon intensified, with 16 killed in Baalbek strikes. Global oil markets remain jittery as Middle East instability grows.
UNRWA chief Philippe Lazzarini called Israel’s move \"a violation of international law,\" while PM Netanyahu insists agency staff linked to \"terrorism\" must face consequences. 🌐
