Israeli occupation forces stormed the cities of Ramallah and Al-Bireh in the West Bank early on Saturday, carrying out a raid and arrests targeting a leader of the Islamic Jihad movement.

The forces were particularly concentrated around the Al-Am'ari refugee camp, leading to clashes with Palestinian youths.

Eyewitnesses reported that dozens of military vehicles of the occupation, reinforced by a bulldozer, advanced into the city of Al-Bireh from several directions, specifically in the Um al-Sharayet neighborhood.

Simultaneously, the forces imposed a cordon around the entrances to the Al-Am'ari refugee camp and positioned themselves in the surrounding streets, which restricted the movement of citizens and created a state of intense tension in the area.

The military operation focused on raiding several homes, where the occupation forces arrested the prominent leader of the Islamic Jihad movement, Sheikh Yahya Al-Saadi, from his home in Al-Bireh after besieging it.

During the incursion and raid, violent clashes erupted between Palestinian youths and the occupation forces, which fired live ammunition, sound bombs, and tear gas heavily to disperse the protesters, with no serious injuries reported up to the time of preparing this report.

This operation comes within the context of the ongoing escalation campaign launched by the occupation army in various governorates of the West Bank, which includes almost daily incursions into cities, villages, and camps, aimed at carrying out arrests and demolishing homes, which repeatedly leads to clashes and the occurrence of martyrs and injuries among Palestinians.

Medical sources announced today, Saturday, the death of 10 citizens, including three children, due to starvation and malnutrition, recorded by hospitals in the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours.

The same sources reported that the total number of victims of starvation and malnutrition has risen to 332 martyrs, including 124 children.

Since the declaration of famine classification in the Gaza Strip by the IPC on August 22, 2023, 54 deaths have been recorded, including 9 children due to starvation.

An international classification of food insecurity, involving the United Nations, confirmed the occurrence of famine in the Gaza Governorate and predicted its spread to the Deir al-Balah and Khan Younis Governorates by the end of September.

The integrated food security classification stated that more than half a million people in the Gaza Strip are facing catastrophic conditions, which is the fifth phase of the classification, characterized by severe hunger, death, deprivation, and extremely critical levels of acute malnutrition.

The classification noted that 1.07 million other people (54% of the population) are facing the fourth phase, which is the acute food insecurity 'emergency' phase.

396,000 people (20% of the population) are facing the third phase, which is the acute food insecurity 'crisis' phase.

The integrated food security classification is a global initiative that includes agencies from the United Nations, regional partners, and relief organizations, and it classifies food insecurity into five phases, with famine being the most severe, ranked fifth.

The European Union's High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Kaja Kallas, expressed her lack of optimism regarding the possibility of imposing sanctions on the occupying state, noting the absence of consensus within the Union on this issue. She confirmed that the humanitarian situation in the besieged Gaza Strip has not significantly improved, and that the actions of Tel Aviv do not encourage positive steps.

In this context, several European leaders called on the occupying state to facilitate the delivery of aid to the Gaza Strip and to resume payments to the Palestinian Authority, in addition to halting settlement projects in the occupied West Bank. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot indicated that failure to respond to these demands could lead the European Union to take restrictive measures.

Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares announced that his country is presenting an action plan to the European Union that includes imposing an arms export ban and expanding the list of sanctions against the occupying state. He called for a complete suspension of the European agreement with Tel Aviv, emphasizing that the relationship must be based on respect for human rights.

Dutch Foreign Minister Kaspar Vilkcamp pointed out that the Netherlands and Sweden have requested the EU to pressure the occupying state and Hamas to reach an agreement in Gaza. He confirmed that the expansion of settlement policy by the occupying state necessitates a change in European positions.

Irish Foreign Minister Simon Harris stated that the time has come for the European Union to act collectively and impose sanctions on the occupying state, noting that there is evidence of genocide occurring in Gaza.

Austrian Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger confirmed that her country is seeking to take concrete actions against extremist settlers in the occupying state, pointing to the humanitarian disaster in Gaza that requires urgent intervention.

Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen announced his country's readiness to impose sanctions on ministers in Netanyahu's government, accusing the government of shirking its responsibilities. Meanwhile, Slovenian Foreign Minister Tanja Fajon confirmed that her country is taking measures against the occupying state, including preventing ministers from entering.

Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide called for strong support for building a Palestinian state and ending the war, emphasizing the importance of delivering aid and pressuring the occupying state. This comes at a time when the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip is escalating, where the occupying state has committed massacres since October 7, 2023, resulting in the martyrdom of more than 63,000 Palestinians.

The United States has sparked widespread European outrage after its decision to deny Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and a delegation of about 80 officials from the Palestinian Authority and the Palestine Liberation Organization entry visas to attend the United Nations General Assembly meetings in New York next month. This decision comes at a sensitive time as France prepares to raise the issue of recognizing the State of Palestine for discussion.

The U.S. State Department justified its decision by citing "security and political concerns," noting that the decision does not include members of the Palestinian permanent mission to the United Nations. However, this decision has raised questions about freedom of access to the international organization's headquarters.

French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian strongly condemned this decision during a press conference in Copenhagen, emphasizing that "the United Nations headquarters is a neutral place in the service of peace," stressing that access to the organization "cannot be subject to any restrictions whatsoever."

On the other hand, Luxembourg's Foreign Minister Xavier Bettel joined the French stance, expressing his outrage at the U.S. decision and suggesting holding a special session of the United Nations General Assembly in Geneva to ensure the Palestinian delegation's attendance. He stated, "We must be able to have discussions among ourselves, and it cannot simply be said that we will exclude Palestine from the dialogue."

This escalation comes just weeks before the annual session of the General Assembly, complicating the political situation in the region. This move by the United States is seen as a challenge to European efforts aimed at promoting dialogue with the Palestinians.

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot condemned the United States' refusal to grant entry visas to officials of the Palestinian National Authority, emphasizing that this decision contradicts the fundamental principles of peace and international cooperation.

Barrot's statements came during a meeting of European Union foreign ministers in Copenhagen, where he highlighted the importance of free access to the United Nations headquarters in New York, which should be available to all member states.

Barrot affirmed that any restrictions on attendance at the United Nations General Assembly constitute a violation of the rights of member states, and that France will continue to support the rights of Palestinians to express their views in international forums.

This French position comes at a sensitive time, as the Palestinian Authority seeks to enhance its presence on the international stage, especially in light of the challenges it faces from Israeli occupation.

Barrot also called on EU member states to take a unified stance to support the rights of Palestinians and ensure that they are not subjected to any discrimination in international forums.

Israeli analysts have described Benjamin Netanyahu's government as a real threat to Israel's future. In discussions held on Israeli channels, it was noted that there is a conflict between the political level, which seeks to continue the war, and the military level, which prefers to move towards accepting a deal with the Palestinian resistance.

Former Israeli National Security Council head, Eyal Hulata, expressed his concern over Netanyahu's escalation of the fighting in Gaza, pointing out that this could hinder the possibility of reaching understandings for the release of hostages. He emphasized that he does not understand the goal of the current military operation, noting that Hamas will not surrender easily.

Yair Golan, head of the "Democrats" party and former deputy chief of staff, added that the military operation in Gaza is pointless from a military perspective, stressing the need to release prisoners and end the war as soon as possible. He also called for the establishment of an alternative governing body to Hamas in the sector.

Matanyahu Pnini, deputy defense minister and former deputy chief of staff, considered that the real danger to Israel is Netanyahu's government, pointing out that its officials are among the most extreme in the history of the occupying state, and represent only a tiny fraction of the Israeli population.

The military affairs correspondent for Channel 12, Yaron Abraham, noted that there is concern within the security agencies about the length of negotiations regarding "the day after" the aggression ends, as the political level has been warned about this matter.

Security leaders feel that Netanyahu and Minister of Strategic Affairs, Ron Dermer, are imposing isolation on them, which has been expressed in closed discussions. This situation reflects a lack of trust between the political and military levels.

In a related context, Ruby Hain, the father of one of the Israeli captives in Gaza, criticized the Israeli government for not bothering to discuss Hamas's response to the proposed suggestions, reflecting a state of chaos and lack of coordination in dealing with the crisis.

22 citizens were killed and dozens were injured today, Saturday, in the occupation's shelling of various areas in the Gaza Strip, with the bombardment particularly concentrated in the city.

Local sources reported that the Israeli occupation forces fired directly at those waiting for aid south of the Wadi Gaza area in the center of the Strip, resulting in the martyrdom of 5 citizens and injuries to others.

The sources also added that rescue and civil defense teams managed to recover the bodies of 3 dead following the occupation's shelling of a house in the Nuseirat camp during the early hours of dawn.

Medical sources in the Strip's hospitals stated that 8 dead arrived at Al-Shifa Hospital, 7 martyrs at Al-Awda Hospital, 5 martyrs at Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital, and two at Nasser Hospital.

This escalation in aggression comes at a time when the besieged residents of the Gaza Strip are suffering from difficult humanitarian conditions, as the need for humanitarian aid increases amid ongoing assaults.

In a significant diplomatic move, Dutch Foreign Minister Kaspar Veldkamp announced that the Netherlands will lead an initiative within the European Union to impose a ban on the import of products from settlements in the occupied West Bank. This step is part of a joint Dutch-Swedish effort to increase pressure on the occupying state and Hamas to reach an agreement that ends the war in the besieged Gaza Strip.

Minister Veldkamp revealed his government's intention to present a concrete proposal to the European Union aimed at preventing the entry of products manufactured in illegal settlements into European markets. He clearly stated: "We will propose a ban on the import of settlement products from the West Bank," representing a direct economic measure against settlement policy.

The Dutch Foreign Minister justified this shift in his country's policy as a necessary reaction to Israeli actions on the ground. He emphasized that the continued expansion of settlement policy by the occupying government cannot be met with traditional European positions of mere condemnations and statements.

This Dutch-Swedish initiative comes within the context of a broader diplomatic movement, as a joint message was sent to the EU's foreign policy commissioner. The Dutch minister explained: "We, along with Sweden, requested in a letter to the EU to pressure the occupation and Hamas to reach an agreement."

This initiative aims to urge Brussels to use its political and economic weight more effectively to push both parties towards a ceasefire, the exchange of detainees, and a return to a serious political track. This move reflects a growing conviction among several European capitals that the policy of diplomatic containment is no longer sufficient.

This initiative joins the positions of other European countries such as Spain, Ireland, and Belgium, which are calling for a firmer European policy towards the crisis. This new direction may contribute to changing the political dynamics in the region and reflects an increasing desire to confront the occupation.

The history of Jewish immigration to occupied Palestine dates back to the late 19th century, as part of a political project prepared by the Zionist movement. The immigration was not merely a geographical transition; it aimed to establish a national homeland for the Jews, leading to profound demographic changes in the region.

Recently, there has been a noticeable decline in the number of Jewish immigrants, with 2023 recording a drop in the number of new immigrants to about 46,000, after numbers peaked in 2022 due to the Russian-Ukrainian war.

While Israel has welcomed over 3.4 million immigrants since 1948, recent data indicates that reverse immigration is increasing, with more than 82,000 people leaving the country in 2024, reflecting a clear imbalance in migration.

Efforts by Zionist institutions to promote immigration continue, as the Jewish Agency and the 'Nefesh B'Nefesh' organization work to encourage Jews in the diaspora to immigrate to occupied Palestine, while presenting distorted narratives about Palestinians.

New immigrants arrive burdened with preconceived ideologies, where occupied Palestine is portrayed as a safe haven for them, while Palestinians are viewed as security threats. This mindset reinforces the idea of settlement and makes immigration an act of colonialism.

Statistics show that most new immigrants come from former Soviet Union countries, while the numbers of immigrants from the United States and France have declined. This geographical distribution reflects a continued reliance on certain sources of immigration.

The decline in Jewish immigration poses significant challenges to the Zionist narrative that links immigration to survival, highlighting the fragility of the Israeli demographic project.

Distorted narratives promoted by Zionist institutions must be confronted by highlighting the authentic Palestinian narrative that affirms the rights of Palestinians to their land and dismantling colonial narratives aimed at their exclusion.

Local sources reported fierce clashes in the outskirts of Gaza City, accompanied by intense airstrikes and artillery shelling by the occupying army. These events come at a sensitive time, as reports of Israeli forces advancing in the area increase, heightening tensions.

Media activists on social media platforms circulated news of a series of difficult security incidents within the Gaza Strip, which resulted in the deaths of several Israeli soldiers. Among these incidents, an ambush was reported in the Zeitoun neighborhood, raising significant concern within the occupying army.

Political fears within the occupying state are growing regarding the possibility of four Israeli soldiers being captured by Palestinian factions. It has been indicated that the Israeli army activated the Hannibal Protocol, which allows for the use of heavy weaponry in the event of soldiers being captured, reflecting the level of tension and danger faced by the occupation.

At the same time, a video showed intensive flying of Israeli helicopters over Gaza, along with sounds of clashes that reflect the escalating situation. No official comment has been issued by the occupying army or the armed Palestinian factions regarding these events so far.

These developments come hours after the spokesperson for the Al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas, Abu Obeida, threatened the occupying state with paying the price for its plan to occupy Gaza City with the blood of its soldiers. Abu Obeida confirmed that the Israeli captives would remain with Al-Qassam fighters in combat areas, complicating the situation further.

Human rights reports estimate that there are about 50 Israeli captives in Gaza, of whom 20 are alive, while more than 10,800 Palestinians are imprisoned in the occupation's jails, suffering from harsh conditions, raising concerns about human rights in the region.

Since the early hours of Friday morning, the occupying army has intensified its airstrikes on neighborhoods in Gaza City, declaring the city a dangerous combat zone. These strikes come in the context of the ongoing aggression launched by the occupying state since October 7, which has resulted in the deaths of tens of thousands of Palestinians.

In a serious development that reflects the magnitude of the crisis faced by the Israeli occupation army in the Gaza Strip, the military censorship of the occupation has imposed a comprehensive ban on publishing any information related to the case of the four soldiers who lost contact during the violent clashes in the Zeitoun neighborhood. This ban comes after a heated night that witnessed the death of one Israeli soldier and the injury of 11 others.

Hebrew media sources confirmed that the announced toll of the security incident in the Zeitoun neighborhood is the death of one soldier and the injury of 11 others with varying degrees of wounds. Despite being allowed to publish this information, military censorship issued a strict order to all Hebrew media to completely refrain from publishing any details or speculations regarding the fate of the four missing soldiers.

The publication ban measures are considered a media and military tactic employed by the occupation in sensitive security cases, especially when there is strong suspicion that soldiers may have been captured. This measure aims to prevent the resistance from achieving a media victory, control the narrative, and manage domestic public opinion.

This ban comes at a sensitive time as pressure on the occupation government increases due to losses within the occupation army. The imposition of this ban indicates that the occupation army is treating the issue of the missing soldiers with the utmost seriousness, reinforcing hypotheses that suggest the possibility of them being caught in a well-planned ambush by the Palestinian resistance.

It is known that the occupation army adopts multiple strategies to deal with crises, and the publication ban is one of the tools it uses to control information and prevent the spread of rumors. This tactic also reflects concern over popular reactions within Israeli society.

In a related context, a leader in Hamas confirmed that their fighters are competing in the championship throughout Gaza, reflecting confidence in victory despite military pressures. These statements come at a time when the occupation army is under significant pressure due to the losses it has sustained.

In a notable field development, occupation warplanes launched a series of airstrikes targeting areas in the northwest of Gaza City early Saturday. This bombardment resulted in the sound of violent explosions heard in various parts of the city, causing a state of tension and anxiety among the residents.

Eyewitnesses and local sources reported that the occupation aircraft flew intensively over the sector before carrying out several consecutive strikes. The bombardment focused on areas that include agricultural lands and sites believed to belong to Palestinian factions, but the exact nature of the targeted objectives remains unclear.

Ambulance and civil defense teams rushed to the targeted areas to assess the situation and search for any potential injuries. However, information about the extent of material damage or human losses resulting from this bombardment is still scarce.

Health and field authorities are working to update data continuously as it becomes available, amid a state of anticipation in the sector. This airstrike comes amid a rising tension that the region has been experiencing in recent hours.

The military movements of the occupation come at a sensitive time, as the escalation in Gaza continues, increasing the residents' fears of a deterioration in the humanitarian situation in the besieged sector.

The Palestinian presidency expressed its deep regret and astonishment on Friday regarding the U.S. State Department's decision to deny entry visas to the Palestinian delegation participating in the upcoming United Nations General Assembly meetings scheduled for September. The presidency affirmed that this decision constitutes a blatant violation of international law.

In a press statement, the presidency noted that the State of Palestine holds the status of "observer member" in the United Nations, which grants its delegations the right to participate in all its activities and meetings. It called on the U.S. administration to reconsider and retract its decision, warning that preventing the Palestinian delegation from participating harms the standing of the United Nations.

The Palestinian presidency also reaffirmed its commitment to international law and international legitimacy resolutions, indicating that President Mahmoud Abbas has informed world leaders, including the U.S. president, of Palestine's steadfast position regarding achieving just and comprehensive peace.

In the same context, the U.S. State Department announced the rejection and cancellation of entry visas for several members of the Palestinian Authority and the Palestine Liberation Organization, which may prevent President Mahmoud Abbas from participating in the United Nations General Assembly meetings next month.

The Israeli channel "Kan" reported that the U.S. government will prevent the entry of the President of the Palestinian Authority, noting that the decision came in response to what it described as "the Palestinian Authority's attempts to bypass negotiations" by resorting to international legal avenues.

The U.S. State Department clarified that these moves have complicated efforts to reach a ceasefire agreement in Gaza and raised concerns about Hamas's stance on the release of detainees.

The Deputy Spokesperson for the U.S. State Department also indicated that the Palestinian Authority and the Palestine Liberation Organization would not be reliable partners for peace unless they renounce terrorism and cease their pursuit of a unilateral Palestinian state.

The U.S. decision comes at a sensitive time, as the United Nations General Assembly is set to convene soon, where the Palestinian presidency has traditionally delivered a speech at the annual opening session.

The United States announced its decision to deny senior officials in the Palestinian Authority, including President Mahmoud Abbas, visas to enter the country. This decision comes as part of an attempt to prevent them from attending the upcoming United Nations General Assembly meeting in New York, which has raised the astonishment of the Palestinian Foreign Ministry.

In a statement, the U.S. State Department confirmed that Secretary Marco Rubio made this decision as part of a policy aimed at holding the Palestine Liberation Organization and the Palestinian Authority accountable for what it described as failing to meet their commitments and undermining peace prospects. It also accused the Palestinians of waging a "legal war" by resorting to the International Criminal Court.

For its part, the Palestinian Foreign Ministry expressed its astonishment at this decision, noting that it violates the UN Headquarters Agreement. The ministry called on UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and the Security Council to take responsibility for this violation.

The Palestinian Foreign Ministry also added that Washington's decision will not succeed in thwarting international recognition of the State of Palestine, and called for diplomatic and legal solutions to ensure the participation of the Palestinian delegation in the General Assembly meetings.

Under the agreement between the United Nations and the United States, Washington is not entitled to refuse to grant visas to officials heading to the organization. This raises questions about the United States' commitment to international laws.

In a related context, Tel Aviv expressed its gratitude to the United States for this decision, with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar describing it as a response to the legal war against Israel. Sa'ar praised the step taken by the U.S. administration.

It is worth noting that several countries, including France, intend to recognize the State of Palestine during the upcoming United Nations General Assembly meeting in September, amid the ongoing Israeli aggression against the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip and its efforts to annex the occupied West Bank.

In a speech of challenge and warning, Abu Obeida, the military spokesperson for the Al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas, announced that any attempt by the occupation army to invade the Gaza Strip would be detrimental to its political and military leadership. He emphasized that the resistance is ready to teach the invading forces harsh lessons.

These statements come in response to escalating threats of a potential large-scale ground operation in the sector, where Abu Obeida indicated that the Al-Qassam fighters are at the highest levels of readiness and alertness to confront any aggression.

Abu Obeida warned that the occupation's criminal plans to occupy Gaza would be detrimental to its political and military leadership, considering that the decision to engage in a ground battle would have severe strategic repercussions for the decision-makers in the occupation.

He also pointed out that the resistance has prepared itself for the scenario of a ground invasion, and that the land would be a stage for fierce and unexpected resistance, reflecting the readiness of the resistance to face any escalation.

In a direct threat, Abu Obeida confirmed that the price of any attempt to occupy Gaza would be high, not only in terms of loss of life but also with the possibility of repeating capture operations, which would increase pressure on the occupation army.

Abu Obeida sent messages of reassurance to the Palestinian interior and messages of deterrence to the outside, affirming the high morale of his fighters, stating: "Our fighters are in a state of alertness and readiness with high morale, and they will present exemplary models of heroism and valor."

He concluded his statements by affirming that the Al-Qassam fighters would teach the invaders harsh lessons with God's help, indicating that any ground force that penetrates will face fierce and innovative resistance.

Seven citizens were killed in an airstrike carried out by Israeli occupation forces on the city of Gaza this Friday evening, as warplanes targeted populated areas.

According to local sources, the first strike targeted a tent housing displaced persons in the Al-Sudaniya area, northwest of Gaza, resulting in the death of four citizens in this treacherous attack.

In another attack, occupation aircraft targeted a group of citizens in the vicinity of the Al-Fukhari area on Al-Wahda Street in Gaza City, leading to the death of three more citizens.

These assaults come at a time when residents of the besieged Gaza Strip are suffering from dire humanitarian conditions, with an increasing need for international protection and pressure on the occupation to stop these attacks.

Occupation forces continue to target civilians in Gaza, raising concerns in the international community and necessitating urgent action to protect human rights in the Palestinian territories.

Adnan Abu Hasna, the media advisor to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), warned that the Israeli aggression on the city of Gaza could result in thousands of Palestinians being killed or injured, amid deteriorating humanitarian conditions. He pointed out that the occupying army has already begun preliminary operations for an attack on the city, raising significant concerns about the worsening situation.

The Israeli occupying army announced the start of military operations on the outskirts of Gaza City, where it recently advanced into the neighborhoods of Al-Zeitoun and Al-Sabra under the cover of devastating bombardment. This incursion increases concerns about the fate of civilians in the city, as many have been unable to flee to safer areas.

Abu Hasna clarified that the advance of the occupying forces towards the heart of Gaza City will lead to real disasters, noting that thousands of families have been unable to evacuate to the south, increasing their risk of being subjected to assaults. He pointed out that the health sector in Gaza, including UNRWA services, could be completely disrupted due to the Israeli incursions.

While the occupying army claims it will establish points to receive displaced persons, Abu Hasna confirmed that these designated areas lack the necessary infrastructure to accommodate one million Palestinians, threatening to exacerbate the humanitarian situation.

Abu Hasna indicated that Gaza City is suffering from a severe food crisis, with half a million people living in hunger, in addition to hundreds of thousands of sick individuals. He mentioned that the water consumed by the residents is completely contaminated, further increasing their suffering.

In a related context, the food security phase classification indicated that famine is spreading in the Gaza governorate, with expectations of its extension to other areas such as Deir al-Balah and Khan Younis. This situation requires urgent intervention to stop the famine in Gaza at any cost.

On another note, an UNRWA official confirmed that the occupying army is carrying out unprecedented destruction operations in Gaza City, having destroyed more than 1,500 buildings in recent days. These operations contribute to worsening humanitarian conditions and increase the suffering of the population.

Dr. Munir Al-Barsh, the director general of the Ministry of Health in Gaza, also noted that the occupation uses between 7 to 10 explosive drones daily in the city, increasing the risk of bombardment and leading to further destruction.

The National Executive Committee of the Independent Workers' Union in Argentina held an official meeting in the capital, Buenos Aires, where labor union leaders reaffirmed their steadfast commitment to supporting the Palestinian cause. This meeting included a delegation from the Argentine Workers' Union, reflecting the deep human and struggle ties between the struggles of Argentine workers and the Palestinian people.

During the meeting, participants explicitly condemned the genocide being perpetrated by Israeli occupation forces against our people in the Gaza Strip, where more than two and a half million Palestinians are facing catastrophic humanitarian conditions due to the ongoing siege and aggression.

The First Counselor at the Embassy of the State of Palestine, Riyad Halabi, pointed out that the situation in the Gaza Strip has reached an unprecedented level of humanitarian disaster, where the Palestinian people are being systematically starved, with infrastructure being destroyed and the entry of food, medicine, and fuel being prevented.

Halabi also warned of the colonial plan known as Project (E1), which aims to annex vast lands from the West Bank and connect settlements to each other, leading to the fragmentation of Palestinian cities and villages and geographically and economically strangling them.

Halabi emphasized that this project poses a direct threat to the rights of Palestinians and aims to kill the two-state solution, which contradicts international law and international legitimacy resolutions.

The Secretary-General of the Argentine Workers' Union, Hugo Godoy, confirmed that the Palestinian cause represents one of the core banners of the Argentine working class, while the President of the Independent Workers' Union in Argentina, Hugo Yaski, pointed out that the ongoing genocide in Gaza represents a humanitarian tragedy and a disgrace to the international community.

Tilda Rabi, President of the Argentine-Palestinian Entities Union, affirmed that the Palestinian people remain steadfast in the face of attempts at genocide and continue to defend their identity and existence.

At the end of the meeting, it was agreed to organize a series of solidarity events, including preparations for special activities on November 29, in commemoration of the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People.

The British magazine "The Economist" discussed in its extensive report on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu how his political tactics aim solely to prolong his stay in power, even at a high cost to the residents of Gaza and Israeli prisoners. Six months after taking office, the new Chief of Staff of the Israeli army, Eyal Zamir, publicly contradicted Netanyahu's government policies, showing a clear divergence in strategies.

On August 24, during his visit to a naval base, Zamir indicated that the army had prepared the conditions for the release of prisoners, reflecting direct messages to Netanyahu. Zamir opposes Netanyahu's plan to completely occupy the city of Gaza, considering a ceasefire to be the most viable option, but he is compelled to carry out political orders.

The absence of a clear strategy from the occupying government has created rising tension between the military establishment and Netanyahu's government, reflecting a state of internal instability. The magazine noted that Netanyahu's evasions have reached unprecedented levels, exacerbating the suffering of Gaza's residents and threatening the lives of Israeli prisoners.

Last July, Netanyahu asked the army to prepare a plan to establish a detention camp in southern Gaza to gather the sector's population, but the army rejected the plan as impractical, prompting Netanyahu to narrow it down to a more focused goal centered on the city of Gaza.

On a humanitarian level, the occupying government prevented the entry of aid into Gaza for more than two months, before later allowing minimal amounts through convoluted channels, resulting in the deaths of hundreds of Gazans from starvation while trying to reach food distribution centers.

The report indicates that large parts of Gaza have been classified as being in a state of famine, which the occupation denies. Diplomatically, the occupying state continues indirect talks with Hamas regarding a prisoner exchange agreement, but Netanyahu rejects any agreement that does not align with his conditions.

Netanyahu's strategy relies on maintaining his far-right coalition and attempting to market a military "victory" in Gaza to regain the trust of the Israeli street. However, opinion polls indicate a significant decline in his popularity, placing him in a weak position.

Three-quarters of Israelis support a prisoner exchange deal that includes ending the war, while hundreds of thousands take to the streets to demand it. Nevertheless, Netanyahu continues to ignore these voices, clinging to a war rhetoric.

The magazine points out that Netanyahu believed his military operations against Hezbollah and the brief war with Iran would enhance his image as a leader, but the results were the opposite, revealing his government's failure to decisively confront Hamas.

As the occupying state approaches scheduled elections in October 2026, forecasts indicate a decline in his popularity, but he bets on weakening the opposition to prevent the formation of a cohesive political alternative.

The Economist sees that these maneuvers may benefit him tactically, but they are fraught with strategic risks, especially since the urgent humanitarian priorities in Gaza and the conditions of the prisoners remain outside his calculations.

The occupying army announced today, Friday, the start of preliminary operations for the attack on the city of Gaza, where targeting of residential areas continued, resulting in dozens of martyrs. The army confirmed that it is operating with great force on the outskirts of the city and decided not to include it in what it called a tactical ceasefire.

In a related context, medical sources in Gaza reported the martyrdom of 47 Palestinians, including 7 children, as a result of being targeted by the occupying forces' fire. The attack has particularly focused on the neighborhoods of Zaitoun, Al-Shati, and Sheikh Radwan.

Three brothers were also martyred in a bombing that targeted their home in the Jabalia Al-Nazla area, while two other Palestinians were martyred in an Israeli drone strike on the Al-Bureij camp. The Israeli aggression continues to target civilians, exacerbating their suffering.

On another note, the Palestinian Ministry of Health announced the death of 5 citizens, including two children, due to famine and malnutrition, raising the number of victims of starvation to 322 martyrs. The director general of the ministry confirmed that the situation in Gaza is worsening, with expectations of mass deaths.

Under the continuous bombardment, civilians continue to flee from the northern part of the city, amid harsh humanitarian conditions. Many residents have confirmed that they refuse to evacuate, despite the increasing threats from the occupying army.

In other developments, the occupying army informed tens of thousands of reserve soldiers to join the service, indicating a potential escalation in military operations. As the bombardment continues, the number of martyrs and injured is increasing daily.

The foreign ministers of Iceland, Ireland, Luxembourg, Norway, Slovenia, and Spain strongly condemned the recent Israeli aggression on the city of Gaza, affirming that this attack is causing unbearable fatalities among civilians. This was stated in a joint statement issued by them following the announcement by the occupying army of the commencement of a severe assault on the city.

In the statement, the ministers warned that the intensification of Israeli military operations in Gaza endangers the lives of Israeli hostages held by Hamas and leads to unbearable deaths among Palestinian civilians, including children, women, and the elderly.

The ministers also condemned the forced displacement of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, considering it a blatant violation of international law. They emphasized that the systematic destruction of essential civilian infrastructure in Gaza, including sites that serve as shelters for displaced civilians, is unacceptable.

The European foreign ministers urged Israel to immediately halt military operations, stressing the importance of reaching a permanent ceasefire, releasing the hostages, and allowing unhindered access to humanitarian aid throughout Gaza.

In the early hours of Friday, the occupying army intensified its air, ground, and naval strikes on neighborhoods in the city of Gaza, which is home to about one million Palestinians, as part of its plan to occupy it and complete the genocide it has been committing against Palestinians for 23 months.

On August 8, the Israeli government approved a plan to gradually reoccupy the Gaza Strip entirely, starting with the city of Gaza. The ministers expressed their concern regarding the integrated phased classification of food security, which confirmed the existence of famine in the Gaza governorate.

The European ministers called on Israel to fulfill its humanitarian obligations and allow UN agencies and NGOs to provide widespread assistance, as famine currently affects more than half a million people in Gaza.

Since October 7, 2023, the occupation has been committing genocide in Gaza, including killing, starvation, and destruction, ignoring international calls and orders from the International Court of Justice to cease these actions. This genocide has resulted in thousands of martyrs and injured, in addition to hundreds of thousands of displaced persons.

The European ministers also expressed their concern regarding the expansion of settlements in the West Bank and the rising violence of Zionist settlers, affirming that these developments undermine the prospects for a two-state solution.

According to Palestinian reports, the number of settlers in the West Bank has reached about 770,000, distributed across more than 180 settlements and 256 outposts, complicating the situation in the region.

The President of the Turkish Parliament, Numan Kurtulmuş, confirmed during an emergency session that the Palestinian issue is Turkey's issue, pointing out that the occupation's decision to expand its occupation in Gaza means the continued commission of crimes against humanity. He emphasized the necessity of taking concrete steps to suspend the occupation's membership in the United Nations.

Kurtulmuş clarified that all actions taken by Israel in the occupied Palestinian territories are considered violations of international law, and he regarded them as war crimes and genocide. This came in the context of discussing the genocide being committed by Israel against the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.

Kurtulmuş noted that the General Assembly of the Turkish Parliament has adopted several joint declarations regarding the crimes committed by Israel, affirming Ankara's ongoing support for the Palestinian struggle until the establishment of a free and sovereign Palestinian state.

Kurtulmuş highlighted the escalation of the occupation's aggression against the Palestinian people and its use of famine as a weapon, warning against attempts to fully annex Gaza. He confirmed that the occupation's policies have exceeded the limits of genocide in recent years.

Kurtulmuş mentioned the recent incidents that witnessed the martyrdom of patients, healthcare workers, and journalists in the attack on Nasser Hospital, reflecting the brutality of the occupation before the eyes of the world.

Kurtulmuş called on the Israeli government to accept a ceasefire and withdraw all its forces from the sector, emphasizing the necessity of reconstructing Gaza based on international humanitarian aid plans.

He reported that the brutality of the occupation is not limited to Gaza alone but includes the escalation of violence against Palestinians in Jerusalem and the West Bank, accelerating the occupation of lands and the construction of illegal settlements.

Kurtulmuş concluded by affirming that every Israeli action in the occupied Palestinian territories is a clear violation of international law, calling on the international community to take immediate action to stop these crimes.

Medical sources announced today that the death toll in the genocide being perpetrated by Israeli occupation forces in the Gaza Strip has risen to 63,025 dead since the onset of aggression on October 7, 2023. These figures reflect a significant humanitarian tragedy, as the vast majority of the martyrs are children and women.

The sources also reported that the number of injuries has risen to 159,490, with a number of victims trapped under the rubble, reflecting the difficulty of accessing them by ambulance and civil defense teams. The humanitarian situation in the sector worsens with each passing day.

In the past 24 hours, 59 dead have arrived at Gaza Strip hospitals, including two martyrs who were retrieved, in addition to 224 injured. These figures indicate the ongoing aggression, which increases the suffering of the population.

Since March 18, after the occupation breached the ceasefire agreement, the death toll has reached 11,178 dead and 47,449 injured. These figures reflect the magnitude of the humanitarian disaster that Palestinians in the sector are experiencing.

The sources clarified that the toll of those who reached the hospitals from the victims of livelihood in the past 24 hours was 23 dead, and the injuries were 182, raising the total of dead of livelihood to 2,203 and the injuries to 16,228.

Hospitals in the sector continue to record daily deaths due to starvation and malnutrition, as most of the victims are children. This occurs amid the ongoing ban on the entry of food, medicine, and fuel necessary to operate health facilities, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced that his country has severed all economic and trade relations with the Israeli occupation, in a new escalation step in protest against the ongoing war in the Gaza Strip. Fidan confirmed during a speech in the Turkish parliament that the Israeli occupation has been committing genocide against the Palestinians in Gaza for two years, stressing that Ankara will not remain silent in the face of these violations.

Fidan pointed out that his country firmly rejects any plan aimed at displacing Palestinians from Gaza, explaining that any project of this kind is null and void for them, regardless of its source. These statements come amid escalating international criticism of the Israeli military operations in Gaza, which have resulted in thousands of civilian casualties and catastrophic humanitarian conditions.

Fidan also warned of the consequences of allowing the Israeli occupation to continue what he described as "reckless attacks" on the Palestinian people, saying: "If these policies continue, the danger will not be limited to the Palestinians, but will extend to ignite the entire region." These statements reflect Turkey's concern over the rising violence in the region and its impact on regional security.

In related remarks, Fidan stated previously that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is trying to cover up the genocide he is committing in the Gaza Strip. He confirmed that there is a reality known to the entire world, which is genocide, and that what Netanyahu is trying to do is conceal these crimes.

He pointed out that Netanyahu is exerting pressure on various countries in multiple ways, attempting to use the Zionist lobby in each country to subjugate those nations through their local policies. This strategy reflects the complexity of the political situation in the region and its impact on international relations.

With American support, the occupying army has been committing genocide in Gaza since October 2023, including killing, starvation, destruction, and forced displacement, ignoring all international calls and orders from the International Court of Justice to stop these actions. The genocide has resulted in 62,966 martyrs and 159,266 injured Palestinians, most of whom are children and women.

Reports also indicate that more than 9,000 Palestinians are missing, and hundreds of thousands are displaced, amid a famine that has claimed the lives of 317 Palestinians, including 121 children. These figures reflect the magnitude of the humanitarian disaster that Palestinians in the besieged Gaza Strip are experiencing.

An Israeli channel revealed today, Friday, that the Prime Minister of the occupation, Benjamin Netanyahu, will discuss the idea of separating the city of Hebron in the southern West Bank from the area of influence of the Palestinian National Authority. This discussion comes amid the intention of several Western countries to recognize the State of Palestine, reflecting the occupation's concern over these international moves.

According to the channel, Netanyahu is expected to hold an initial discussion regarding the initiative of Minister of Economy Nir Barkat to separate Hebron from the Palestinian Authority. Two other ministers, Israel Katz (Defense) and Nir Barkat, will participate in the discussion, along with senior officials from the security apparatus.

During the meeting, the possibility of replacing the leaders of the Authority in the area with local clans will be discussed, which could lead to the establishment of a separate emirate in Hebron. It is believed that this new entity would recognize the occupying state as a Jewish state and join normalization agreements with Arab countries.

Netanyahu has not officially commented on this report, but the Israeli channel indicated that the General Security Service (Shabak) expressed its opposition to the step, noting that the Palestinian Authority is a vital party in combating armed activities.

If this plan is implemented, it could undermine the idea of establishing a Palestinian state under the control of the Authority, which is considered a serious threat to Palestinian rights.

Many Western countries, including France and Britain, have announced their intention to recognize the Palestinian state during the upcoming United Nations General Assembly meetings in September. This recognition could strengthen the Palestinians' position on the international stage.

In a related context, the Palestinian clans of Hebron disavowed a proposal to establish a 'clan emirate' in the governorate, reaffirming their commitment to Palestinian constants. The representative of the Hebron clans, Nafez al-Jabari, announced his rejection of what was included in a report by the 'Wall Street Journal' regarding the recognition of Israel as a Jewish state.

Al-Jabari emphasized that the Palestinian people are a conscious people and cannot compromise their cause, stressing that any proposal that contradicts the rights of Palestinians will not be accepted.

For decades, the occupying state has occupied Palestine and refuses to withdraw from it, hindering the establishment of an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital. This situation is accompanied by an escalation of Israeli aggression against the Gaza Strip and the West Bank.

Reports indicate that the Israeli aggression on the Gaza Strip since October 7, 2023, has resulted in the martyrdom of more than 62,000 Palestinians, with a large number of injured and missing, reflecting the scale of the humanitarian disaster that Palestinians are experiencing.

In the West Bank, at least 1,016 Palestinians have been martyred, and about 7,000 others have been injured, in addition to the arrest of more than 18,000 Palestinians, increasing the suffering of the Palestinian people under occupation.

The Ministry of Health in the Gaza Strip announced on Friday that the death toll due to the systematic Israeli starvation has risen to 322 martyrs, including 121 children, since the beginning of the aggression on October 7, 2023.

The Director General of the ministry, Munir Al-Bursh, explained via the 'X' platform that the sector witnessed 5 deaths in the past 24 hours due to famine and malnutrition, increasing concerns about the deteriorating humanitarian situation.

Al-Bursh pointed out that the IPC organization confirmed in its report the occurrence of famine in the city of Gaza, and it is expected to extend to Deir al-Balah and Khan Younis by the end of next September, reflecting the worsening humanitarian crisis.

Since March 2, the occupying state has closed all crossings leading to Gaza, preventing any humanitarian aid from entering, exacerbating the famine despite relief trucks piling up at the border.

Although limited amounts of aid were allowed in about a month ago, these quantities do not meet the minimum needs of the besieged population, as most trucks are subjected to looting by gangs protected by the occupation.

The genocide being committed by the occupying state since October 7, 2023, with American support, includes killing, starvation, destruction, and forced displacement, ignoring international calls and orders from the International Court of Justice.

The aggression has resulted in the death of 62,966 Palestinians and the injury of 159,266 others, most of whom are children and women, in addition to more than 9,000 missing and hundreds of thousands displaced, increasing the suffering of the Palestinian people.

In his book "Gaza on the Cross," Palestinian writer Hassan Khadr presents a deep analysis of the Israeli war on Gaza, seeking to understand the implications of this war from a perspective that goes beyond daily events. Khadr discusses in his book how this war is not merely a military conflict, but part of a larger narrative war, where the occupation seeks to impose its own narrative.

Khadr emphasizes that judging the war in terms of gain and loss at the present time is impossible as long as the fighting continues. He points out that the Palestinians, who are the victims, must avoid adopting a narrative that places the responsibility for what is happening on them, which is what the "powerful" seek to justify their crimes.

Khadr describes the events of October 7 as an unprecedented event, where the weakness of the occupying state was revealed in front of an armed organization, leading to significant embarrassment for it. He considers this event a historical humiliation for the occupying state, which believed it was invincible.

Khadr notes that the occupation realized after the "deluge" that the apartheid system imposed on the Palestinians was no longer sufficient, and that radical steps must be taken, such as the displacement of populations and the destruction of their means of livelihood. These options have become part of the agenda as a result of the current war.

Khadr also addresses how this war comes in the context of failed American wars aimed at re-engineering the regional system after the events of September 11. He points out that these wars have led to the dismantling of states and the fragmentation of societies, creating a state of chaos in the region.

Khadr asserts that the unprecedented Israeli violence in the war on Gaza is not only motivated by revenge but also to emphasize the occupation's ability to impose a regional security system that marginalizes the Palestinian issue.

Khadr discusses the importance of the case brought by South Africa against the occupation before the International Court of Justice, considering it a historic event that opens new horizons for the Palestinians. This event reminds them of the importance of cultural, political, and diplomatic activism.

Khadr reviews how the Israeli narrative has attempted to reduce the causes of the war to a conflict between two states, which overlooks the objective realities of the occupation and the suffering of Palestinian refugees. He points out that the biased Western reactions in favor of the occupation reflect hidden desires among some Arab elites.

Regarding the "next day" scenario of the war, Khadr sees that the declared goals do not match the actual results, opening the door to multiple possibilities. He notes that the idea of the occupation has been significantly damaged, and the Palestinian issue has become a central issue in the twenty-first century.

In a rare and shocking testimony, an officer in the Israeli occupation army announced his resignation in protest against orders he deemed 'illegal' during the aggression on the Gaza Strip. This decision came as a result of receiving orders that contradicted the laws, prompting him to take the radical step of ceasing service.

The officer, whose name was not disclosed, indicated in his testimony that the orders issued during the 'Gideon Vehicles' operation involved clear violations of the law. Although details of this operation were not revealed, his statement reflects a deep concern regarding the nature of the orders received by soldiers.

The officer's criticism was not limited to the operational aspect but extended to the political and strategic dimensions of the war. He pointed out that the current war is being managed under the guidance of a 'radical group' that does not represent the majority within the occupation entity, reflecting a state of restlessness within the ranks of the occupation army.

In conclusion of his testimony, the officer accused the political leadership of sacrificing the lives of soldiers and hostages in Gaza for political interests. He emphasized that it is unacceptable to continue paying the price in the lives of captives, soldiers, and civilians for political considerations, highlighting the internal crisis faced by the occupation army.

This testimony reflects a sharp division within the occupation army regarding the goals of the war and its feasibility, as well as the exorbitant human costs incurred as a result of political decisions. It also raises questions about the future of military operations under these circumstances.

The Hebrew Channel 15 revealed that the Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, is holding a meeting today to discuss a strategic plan aimed at replacing the Palestinian Authority in the city of Hebron with tribal leaders. This plan is not limited to mere administrative change, but seeks to separate Hebron from the rest of the areas of the West Bank under the control of the Authority.

The plan relies on empowering tribal leaders as an administrative and security alternative, reflecting the occupation's intention to politically and geographically isolate the city of Hebron. According to leaks, the ultimate goal goes beyond mere administrative change, reaching the isolation of the city from the areas of the Palestinian Authority.

This step is considered a practical application of the policy of geographical fragmentation, aiming to create isolated cantons that are difficult to connect in any future settlement. Implementing this plan will pose a significant threat to the Palestinian presence in Hebron.

The mechanism for implementation is based on undermining the Palestinian Authority in Hebron, as the meeting led by Netanyahu is considering granting extensive administrative and security powers to tribal leaders and major families. This approach seeks to create an alternative local governance structure that lacks loyalty to the central authority in Ramallah.

Observers believe that this plan is part of the Israeli occupation's vision to dismantle the Palestinian Authority and apply the tribal governance model previously proposed for the Gaza Strip. The aim is to establish local leaderships that lack a comprehensive national project, facilitating security control over the city.

This plan is expected to provoke angry reactions from the Palestinian Authority, which will consider it a declaration of war on its existence and institutions. Experts warn that relying on tribal structures to manage a complex city like Hebron may lead to internal conflicts over influence.

This step falls within the framework of the occupation's policy aimed at enhancing control over Palestinian areas, threatening to plunge the region into a spiral of security chaos that will ultimately serve the agenda of the occupation.

The taxes imposed by the occupying authorities on Palestinians in Jerusalem are considered a pressure tool aimed at reducing the Palestinian presence in the city. Although Jerusalemites are treated as permanent residents, they are required to pay all taxes like citizens, which burdens them with financial obligations without these burdens reflecting on the services provided to them.

Statistics show that Jews make up 61% of Jerusalem's population, reflecting the occupation's policy of changing the demographic composition in their favor. Studies have shown that the taxes imposed on Palestinians in Jerusalem are illegal under international law, which does not recognize Israeli sovereignty over the city.

The taxes imposed on Jerusalemites include the Arnona tax, which is levied on all covered properties, income tax, value-added tax, in addition to national insurance fees. These taxes burden Jerusalemites and negatively affect their economic capacity.

Building permit fees are among the most costly fees, as Jerusalemites are forced to pay multiple taxes to obtain building permits, leading many of them to construct their homes without the necessary permits, exposing them to fines or demolition.

Racist policies in Jerusalem are manifested through discrimination in the services provided, where 90% of the city's budget is allocated to Jews, while only 10% is allocated to Palestinians. This discrimination significantly affects the level of services and infrastructure in Palestinian neighborhoods.

Jerusalemites suffer from significant economic pressures, with about 80% of them living below the poverty line. These conditions drive many to consider migrating to less expensive areas, threatening the Palestinian presence in the city.

Data indicates that 74% of Palestinians in Jerusalem are dissatisfied with their economic situation, while 74% of Jews are satisfied with theirs. This gap reflects the discrimination faced by Palestinians in all areas.

The occupying authorities continue to impose taxes and fees arbitrarily, increasing the suffering of Palestinians in Jerusalem and reinforcing the policy of forced displacement.