All articles tagged with #israeli forces
Originally Published 10 days ago — by Freedom Flotilla
The Freedom Flotilla Coalition condemns sexual assaults by Israeli forces against flotilla participants and highlights systemic sexual violence and torture against Palestinians, calling for international accountability and an end to impunity for these crimes.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by BBC
A 10-year-old Palestinian boy was shot and killed by Israeli forces in the West Bank amid confrontations, highlighting ongoing violence and casualties in the region.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Al Jazeera
Despite a ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israel, violence continues in Gaza, with Israeli forces killing five Palestinians and clashes threatening the stability of the ceasefire, amid ongoing tensions over troop withdrawals and disarmament.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Al Jazeera
Tens of thousands of Palestinians are returning to northern Gaza following a ceasefire and partial Israeli troop withdrawal, amid widespread destruction and ongoing humanitarian needs in the region.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by WRAL.com
A Durham native, Kyle Kaptain, was detained by Israeli forces while attempting to deliver aid to Gaza via a flotilla, prompting a rally in Durham supporting his release and calling for an end to the Gaza conflict amid ongoing tensions and a tentative ceasefire agreement.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Cut
Greta Thunberg and other activists were detained by Israeli forces while attempting to deliver aid to Gaza, with witnesses claiming she was subjected to torture, threats, and humiliation during her detention, which Israel denies.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CBS News
Israeli navy intercepted most of the vessels of the Global Sumud Flotilla, which was attempting to break the Gaza blockade and deliver humanitarian aid, detaining dozens of activists including Greta Thunberg. The operation drew international condemnation, with some countries calling it a violation of international law, while Israel justified the actions as a security measure.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Washington Post
Hospitals in central and southern Gaza are overwhelmed and closing as Israeli military advances cause a healthcare crisis, with patients fleeing and medical facilities struggling to cope amid ongoing conflict.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by BBC
Israeli forces are approaching Gaza City as Hamas prepares for intense street fighting, with thousands of Palestinians fleeing the city amid ongoing conflict and fears of urban combat in densely populated areas, while both sides report significant military activity and civilian suffering.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by MPR News
Four Palestinians seeking aid near Gaza City were shot dead by Israeli forces amid ongoing conflict and a looming offensive, with Gaza experiencing severe famine and heavy casualties, including civilians and aid workers, as Israel prepares for a potential invasion and international efforts for ceasefire continue.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Guardian
Israeli forces killed at least 27 people in Gaza while they were seeking food aid, amid ongoing violence and a blockade causing a severe famine. The situation worsened with Israeli strikes on Gaza's infrastructure and a controversial visit by an Israeli minister to the al-Aqsa mosque, provoking regional outrage. The conflict has resulted in thousands of deaths, widespread suffering, and protests across Palestinian territories.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Middle East Eye
A former US military contractor reported witnessing Israeli forces kill a starving child, Amir, in Gaza shortly after receiving aid, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis and allegations of deliberate starvation and violence by Israeli forces. The UN warns of famine and widespread malnutrition in Gaza, with over 150 Palestinians dying from starvation since October 2023, amid a blockade and restricted aid access.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Middle East Eye
A former US military contractor working for a private security firm in Gaza described violent and lethal actions against unarmed civilians at aid distribution sites, including the use of pepper spray, stun grenades, and live ammunition, amid a severe humanitarian crisis where over 1,000 Palestinians have been killed trying to access food, raising serious concerns about the conduct of private security firms and the ongoing conflict.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by NPR
Since May, over 1,000 Palestinians attempting to access aid in Gaza have been killed by Israeli forces, amid a worsening humanitarian crisis marked by famine, widespread violence, and ongoing conflict, with Israel and Hamas blaming each other for the escalation and suffering.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by KOMO
Israeli forces opened fire on Palestinians seeking aid in Gaza, killing at least 32 people, amid a worsening humanitarian crisis and ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, with numerous casualties from airstrikes and violence at aid sites.