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Shafaq News
14 hours ago
- Politics
- Shafaq News
Gaza leaders push Hamas to transfer authority
Shafaq News – Gaza Prominent Palestinian figures in Gaza urge Hamas to hand the territory's administration to an Arab committee led by Egypt as a transitional step toward full governance by the Palestinian Authority (PA). The official Palestinian news agency Wafa reported that the appeal—endorsed by national figures, academics, union leaders, former prisoners, and tribal elders from across the political spectrum—calls for Hamas to 'immediately' transfer authority to the proposed Arab-led body to enable the PA and state institutions to assume full control. In a statement titled 'People and Homeland First – National Rescue Document', the signatories argued that the handover is essential to ending nearly two years of what they described as an open massacre and genocide, characterized by mass displacement and destruction. They framed the proposal as a way to safeguard the remaining homeland and population, prevent forced displacement and alternative homeland schemes, honor the sacrifices of the dead, and put national interests above factional or regional agendas, while urging a comprehensive dialogue under the Palestine Liberation Organization's framework in line with the July 14 rescue document, a previous initiative that called for unified Palestinian leadership to address the ongoing crisis. The appeal comes amid Israel's security cabinet approval of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's phased plan to capture Gaza City as part of a broader strategy to consolidate control over the entire strip.
Shafaq News
2 days ago
- Politics
- Shafaq News
Netanyahu's Gaza plan sabotages ceasefire talks, Hamas
Shafaq News – Gaza On Thursday, Hamas accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of derailing ceasefire negotiations by vowing full military control over Gaza. In a statement, the group claimed that Netanyahu of attempting to sacrifice hostages in Gaza to serve his political interests. Earlier, Netanyahu stated that Israel intends to fully seize military control of the Gaza Strip and eventually hand it over to a suitable Arab-led administration. In a separate joint statement, Palestinian factions described Netanyahu's declaration as proof of Israel's 'political and military failure despite two years of brutal warfare backed by global powers,' adding that Gaza would not be governed from Tel Aviv or any foreign capital.
L'Orient-Le Jour
24-07-2025
- Politics
- L'Orient-Le Jour
Woman in her 70s accused of plotting Netanyahu's assassination
On Wednesday, Israeli police announced suspicions that an anti-government activist was planning to assassinate Prime Minister Netanyahu, according to Haaretz. The suspect, a Tel Aviv resident in her 70s, was arrested a month and a half ago following an investigation involving the Shin Bet security service. She was released the same day and placed under strict house arrest. The investigation against the suspect opened after several reports to the police were made of her intent to harm Netanyahu. After falling ill, she reportedly told fellow activists she planned to 'take Netanyahu with her,' and had been actively trying to obtain both information on his security arrangements and weapons. On Thursday, the police will hand over the investigation to the State Prosecutor's Office, which plans to file an indictment for conspiracy to commit a crime. The suspects' identity remains under a gag order. Following this news, many government officials have come out to condemn the planned attack. Opposition leader Yair Lapid stated that he 'strongly condemns the attempt,' and hopes the suspect will be brought to justice. Opposition Member of Knesset Gilad Kariv echoed a similar sentiment, saying, 'violence has no place, and is an existential threat.' However, Kariv pointed to the double standards behind the condemnation of this attack, and not previous ones committed on members of the Arab-led Hadash-Ta'al party, MK Ayman Odeh and MK Ofer Cassif, last week. Kariv stated that violence is not only a threat against a prime minister but also 'when it is directed against a party chairman and a member of the Knesset.' He found it "inconceivable that such a simple saying will not leave the mouth of even one coalition member, let alone the Knesset speaker's mouth.'
See - Sada Elbalad
20-07-2025
- Politics
- See - Sada Elbalad
German Development Min. Holds High-Level Talks in Egypt on Gaza Reconstruction
Ahmed Emam The German Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development, Reem Alabali-Radovan, arrived in Cairo today (Sunday) to hold critical talks with the Egyptian government on the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip, according to a statement from the Embassy of Germany in Egypt. The visit comes in the wake of a recent Arab-led proposal for the future of Gaza, which has suffered immense destruction amid ongoing conflict. Egypt has played a central role in shaping this regional initiative. In a statement released ahead of her meetings, Minister Alabali-Radovan said: 'The Arab plan offers a realistic path toward rebuilding Gaza. It could serve as a strong starting point to give the people of Gaza renewed hope. As Germany's Development Minister, I want to be engaged from the early stages. Germany will also contribute to Gaza's reconstruction. Even though the situation remains catastrophic, we must begin discussing how to make this enormous task a success.' She stressed that several key conditions are necessary for meaningful progress: a secure humanitarian situation, a permanent ceasefire, and a political framework that supports long-term peace and security. 'There must be no role for Hamas in Gaza and no threat to Israel. Forced displacement, land reduction, or expulsions in Gaza or the West Bank are unacceptable,' she added. During her visit, the Minister is scheduled to hold talks with Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty, Minister of International Cooperation Rania Al-Mashat, and Arab League Deputy Secretary-General Hossam Zaki. The discussions will focus on the implementation of the Arab reconstruction plan and the potential support from Germany's Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). The embassy emphasized that rebuilding Gaza is a monumental, decade-long mission that requires close coordination and burden-sharing among the international community, including regional partners and the United Nations. Once conditions on the ground allow, BMZ is prepared to launch immediate relief projects, such as restoring water and energy supplies and providing temporary housing. The Ministry has previously contributed to development in Gaza, notably in drinking water access, wastewater infrastructure, and sustainable economic development. 'Reconstruction must be part of a broader, negotiated process toward a two-state solution,' the German embassy concluded. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Arts & Culture "Jurassic World Rebirth" Gets Streaming Date Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Arts & Culture South Korean Actress Kang Seo-ha Dies at 31 after Cancer Battle News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence" Sports Get to Know 2025 WWE Evolution Results News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks
Indian Express
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Opinion View on hunger war on Gaza: It must end
Starvation spectres loom over Gaza. For weeks, kitchens run by aid organisations such as the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) and the World Food Programme (WFP) were the only dependable sources of food in the war-ravaged territory. Although these kitchens could only meet around 25 per cent of the daily nutritional needs of roughly half the population, according to UNFP data, they remained a crucial lifeline. That lifeline was severed in early March, when Israel imposed a total ban on the entry of humanitarian aid — just days before a fragile ceasefire, in effect since January 19, collapsed amid renewed Israeli strikes. This is the longest period so far during which Gaza has been completely cut off from aid since the war began following Hamas's attack on October 7, 2023. Thousands of Palestinians are facing severe hunger and malnutrition, further compounded by a shortage of clean water. Israeli officials have signaled a policy of using starvation as leverage to pressure Hamas into releasing the remaining hostages. Such tactics are, of course, a clear violation of international law — under the Geneva Conventions, occupying powers are obliged to ensure that food and essential supplies reach civilian populations. This blockade of aid has become so normalised that even modest proposals to resume it are met with fierce resistance. When Israel's Defence Minister proposed a 'civilian-based distribution infrastructure', he faced immediate backlash. National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has said, 'There is no need to bring in aid [to Gaza]. They have enough. Hamas's food stores should be bombed.' Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has gone further, saying that starvation is 'justified and moral' if it secures the release of hostages. Hamas, on the other hand, has declared it will no longer engage in negotiations unless Israel ends what it terms a 'hunger war'. Millions of displaced Palestinians remain trapped in a man-made calamity with no end in sight. Israel must be compelled — by its closest ally, the United States, and by the international community at large — to establish secure humanitarian corridors without delay. While US President Donald Trump said that he has publicly urged Israel to resume aid, and Canada's new prime minister and several European allies have echoed these calls, more decisive pressure is required. Instead of focusing on ceasefire negotiations, Israel has announced an 'intensified' offensive. These plans risk completely derailing the Arab-led efforts to broker a ceasefire and initiate post-war reconstruction. By blocking aid and escalating its military campaign, Israel will continue to subject Gaza's civilians to collective suffering. This strategy will not defeat Hamas. Rather, it will further destabilise the region and fuel more conflict. Only sustained dialogue can pave the way to a lasting ceasefire — and, ultimately, a durable peace.
