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UN Peacekeepers Caught in Israeli-Hezbollah Crossfire

October 18, 2024

In a tense situation in southern Lebanon, UN peacekeepers from the UNIFIL mission found themselves in the line of fire between Israeli forces and Hezbollah. The UNIFIL headquarters in Naqoura was hit, injuring two peacekeepers. Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) stated that Hezbollah operates near UNIFIL

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Gaza's Health Care: A UN Report on Israel's Actions

October 18, 2024

A recent United Nations report has sparked controversy by claiming that Israel intentionally targeted Gaza's health care system during the 2021 war with Hamas. The report, released by the UN’s Independent International Commission of Inquiry, says Israel’s actions amount to war crimes and crimes agai

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Hezbollah's Threat: A New Phase Against Israel After Hamas Leader's Death

October 18, 2024

Hezbollah has upped the ante in its ongoing conflict with Israel, announcing a change in tactics after the death of a key Hamas leader. They plan to use precision-guided missiles for the first time since Israel's ground invasion last month. This escalation comes amidst mounting tensions, with Israel

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UNIFIL Under Fire: What’s Happening on the Israel-Lebanon Border?

October 18, 2024

You might have heard that the United Nations peacekeepers in Lebanon, known as UNIFIL, have been going through a tough time lately. Over the past week, the Israeli military has been causing trouble. They’ve been firing at UNIFIL posts, entering their bases, and even stopping their supplies. This has

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Macron to Netanyahu: Remember UN’s Role in Israel's Birth

October 18, 2024

French President Emmanuel Macron has some advice for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: don’t overlook the United Nations’ role in Israel’s creation. This reminder came during a cabinet meeting where Macron emphasized that Israel should respect UN decisions. Tensions between the two leaders

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The Secretive Life of Yahya Sinwar, Gaza's Controversial Leader

October 18, 2024

Yahya Sinwar, the Hamas leader who orchestrated a surprise attack on Israel in October 2023, has been a pivotal figure in the ongoing conflict. Born in the Khan Younis refugee camp in Gaza, Sinwar spent years in Israeli prisons before rising to power. He played a crucial role in the attack that shoc

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Columbia Professor Faces Campus Ban After Anti-Israel Protest Clash

October 17, 2024

Last week, Columbia University banned a professor named Shai Davidai from campus. The ban happened after he argued with anti-Israel protesters and had heated exchanges with school leaders on the anniversary of a deadly attack on Israel by Hamas. The school claims Davidai harassed some faculty member

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UN Peacekeepers Stick to Their Posts in Lebanon Despite Israeli Pressure

October 15, 2024

The United Nations has decided to keep its peacekeepers in Southern Lebanon, even though they've been under fire. Israel’s Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, wants them to move, but the UN won't budge. The UNIFIL peacekeeping force will stay put, with support from the UN Security Council and the co

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US Warns Israel: Improve Gaza Aid or Risk Losing Military Support

October 15, 2024

The Biden administration recently sent a strong message to Israel, asking for urgent action to enhance the humanitarian situation in Gaza. In a letter signed by Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, the US demanded that Israel take steps within the next 30 days to

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Drone Strike: Israel's Defense Gap Exposed

October 15, 2024

A deadly drone attack by Hezbollah, launched from Lebanon, hit a military base deep inside Israel. This surprise assault shows Hezbollah's growing power and Israel's struggle to defend against new types of attacks. Four soldiers were killed and many more were hurt. The drone targeted the dining hall