Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, affirmed that the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip has reached a critical and unprecedented stage.
Following directives from the political echelon, the IDF announced a series of humanitarian measures in Gaza aimed at countering false claims of deliberate starvation. Starting Saturday night, the IDF will resume humanitarian aid airdrops in coordination with international organisations,
The declaration was shared by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Friday. In a post on X, he said, "The time has come to end the war in Gaza. We - France, the United Kingdom and Germany - urge all parties to bring an end to the conflict by reaching an immediate ceasefire".
Israel and the US are exploring new ways to free hostages from Gaza after blaming Hamas for blocking a ceasefire deal. Prime Minister Netanyahu and US officials say Hamas is not acting in good faith, and both countries are now considering alternative strategies to end the conflict.
US President Donald Trump on Friday blamed Hamas for the breakdown of Gaza ceasefire talks, signalling support for Israel to escalate its military campaign, CNN reported.
Qatar and Egypt reaffirmed their joint efforts to mediate a Gaza ceasefire, highlighting recent negotiation progress and urging against media misinformation. They emphasized their partnership with the US and commitment to ending the war, protecting civilians, and easing humanitarian sufferin
The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) said that one in every five children is malnourished in Gaza City as cases increase every day.
According to the Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet) and the Israel Police, the suspects -- men in their 20s -- were allegedly plotting to attack an eastern Jerusalem checkpoint using a car bomb, firearms, or an explosive-laden drone.
The US has recalled its Gaza ceasefire negotiating team from Doha, citing Hamas' lack of cooperation, CNN reported. Diplomatic efforts now appear uncertain, while the humanitarian crisis worsens amid restricted aid and rising starvation. The US continues to back the Gaza Humanitarian Foundat
In a post on social media, Macron said, "The urgent thing today is that the war in Gaza stops and the civilian population is saved." He added, "Given its historic commitment to a just and sustainable peace in the Middle East, I have decided that France will recognize the state of Palestine.
Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) issued a strongly worded statement categorically rejecting the claims of stopping humanitarian aid into Gaza. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Israel urged all organizations to cease echoing "Hamas' propaganda".