Five Palestinian journalists were tragically killed in a recent Israeli strike in the Gaza Strip, as reported by the Health Ministry. The strike targeted a group of militants allied with Hamas, who initiated the conflict with an attack in southern Israel on October 7, 2023.
The strike occurred outside the Al-Awda Hospital in the Nuseirat refugee camp, where a vehicle with press markings was hit. The journalists were associated with the local news outlet Al-Quds Today, affiliated with the Islamic Jihad militant group.
Since the beginning of the conflict, more than 130 Palestinian reporters have lost their lives, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists. Israel has restricted access for foreign reporters to Gaza, allowing entry only on military embeds.
Lebanese Military Reports Violation of Ceasefire by Israel
The Lebanese military has accused Israeli troops of breaching a ceasefire agreement by entering areas of southern Lebanon, following the conflict with the Hezbollah group. The ceasefire, brokered by the U.S., required the withdrawal of Hezbollah militants and Israeli troops from southern Lebanon over a 60-day period.
Meanwhile, the Lebanese army has deployed reinforcements to the areas where Israeli troops were reported. The United Nations peacekeeping mission in Lebanon, UNIFIL, has expressed concern over the destruction caused by the Israeli military in residential and agricultural areas.
China Commits to Providing Aid to Gaza
China has pledged two additional shipments of humanitarian aid to Gaza, demonstrating support for the Palestinian Authority. The agreement was reached in Cairo between Chinese and Palestinian ambassadors, aiming to alleviate the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
The aid shipments, facilitated through Egypt, will include food and medicine. China has a history of supporting the Palestinian cause while also seeking to strengthen relations with Israel.
UN Security Council to Address Houthi Attacks
The U.N. Security Council will convene an emergency meeting at Israel's request to discuss recent attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels. Israel anticipates condemnation of the Houthi actions and calls for accountability, particularly towards Iran, the Houthi's supporter.
Israeli Ambassador to the U.N., Danny Danon, emphasized the need to uphold international law and warned of potential repercussions for those targeting Israel.
