Headlines- "In line with the ceasefire in Lebanon, the passage for all commercial vessels through Strait of Hormuz is declared completely open for the remaining period of ceasefire, on the coordinated route as already announced by Ports and Maritime Organization of the Islamic [Republic] of Iran," Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said in a post on the X social media platform..
- The declaration of the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon was applauded by the International Rescue Committee (IRC), which described it as "a critical and long-overdue reprieve for civilians who have endured weeks of unrelenting violence."
- The ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has been welcomed by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, who expressed optimism that it will lay the groundwork for long-term stability in the Middle East.
- As part of an earlier two-week ceasefire deal between Tehran and the United States to pause the conflict in the Middle East, Iran's Foreign Ministry praised the ceasefire reached by Israel and Lebanon.
- At midnight local time on Friday, gunfire broke out in the southern suburbs of Beirut as a ceasefire with Israel came into effect.
- The Lebanese Ministry of Public Health estimates that since March 2, Israeli forces have killed at least 2,196 civilians and injured another 7,185.
- The Lebanese government urges people not return back to their homes in southern Lebanon, despite Israel and Lebanon have reached a 10-day ceasefire.
- The United States is "very close" to a deal with Iran, President Donald Trump told reporters outside the White House.
Tag: Gaza
Committee on Exercise of Rights of...
A wide view of the special meeting in observance of the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People of the Committee on the Exercise of the Inalienable Rights of the Palestinian People ( 29 November
Families in Gaza’s Damaged Buildings and...
Families in Gaza’s Damaged Buildings and Tents Find Life Missarable Due to Heavy Rain and Cold.
Gaza Receives Winter Food Parcels
World Food Program food parcels were sent to one million individuals in Gaza, however the Programme stated that more crossings needed to continue scale-up.
Gaza Patients Evacuation by WHO
For the first time since the ceasefire, the World Health Organization (WHO) oversaw the medical evacuation of 145 companions and 41 very ill patients from Gaza. Around 15,000 patients are waiting for approval to access healthcare outside of Gaza.
WHO Supplies Arrive in Gaza
Through Kerem Shalom, the WHO transported 238 pallets of medical supplies into Gaza. Among the supplies were insulin, cholera kits, assistance equipment, and other necessary medications and supplies.
Israel Accused by Hamas of Breaking...
After Israel cut off any aid to the Gaza Strip, panic buying ensued, casting uncertainty on the longevity of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, the U.S.-designated terror group. A permanent end to the war is what Hamas wants to talk, while Israel wants to prolong the existing ceasefire for another seven weeks.
As They Bury Woman and Her...
Israelis are grieving over the deaths of a mother and her two toddlers who were taken hostage by Hamas. Their funerals took place as Israel and the US-designated terror group’s ceasefire in its first phase draws to a close with no plans for proceeding to the next stage.
Hamas Releases Three Hostages’ Bodies and...
As the first phase of the ceasefire deal with Hamas is about to expire early next month, Hamas returned the bodies of three Israeli hostages and a fourth, unidentified woman on Thursday. While Arab nations scramble to find out an alternative with a counter-proposal to President Donald Trump’s declaration that he will take over Gaza, the United States is pressuring the warring parties to move forward with the second phase.
In Northen Gaza,Hundreds of Thousands of...
Hundreds of thousands of Palestinians have returned to northern Gaza as the first phase of an Israeli-Hamas truce has taken effect. But many find their homes completely destroyed.
Hamas Frees 5 Thais After 15...
Hamas militants have released five Thai farm workers after holding them captive for more than 15 months in Gaza, as part of a recently struck ceasefire and prisoner deal with the Israeli government.