JERUSALEM: Israel’s military chief on Wednesday pledged to halt settler violence in the occupied West Bank following a recent surge in attacks targeting Palestinians. The announcement came after clashes near Tulkarem left several Palestinians injured and property damaged, prompting Israeli forces to arrest multiple settlers. Lt Gen Eyal Zamir condemned the incidents, saying, “We are […]
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Bethlehem prepares for joyful Christmas celebrations
BETHLEHEM, West Bank– The historic city of Bethlehem is set to celebrate a festive Christmas this year after two years of subdued observances due to the war in Gaza. Located in the occupied West Bank, Bethlehem — known as the birthplace of Jesus — is once again preparing to welcome pilgrims and tourists from around […]
Israel kills three Palestinians in West Bank raid near Jenin
Israeli forces killed three Palestinians in a raid near Jenin on Tuesday. Police described them as members of a “terrorist cell.” The operation took place in the village of Kfar Qud and involved the army and Yamam, the elite counterterrorism police unit. Israeli police said the cell was planning an attack and operated from the […]
Pakistan calls for accountability for Israeli crimes in Gaza
UNITED NATIONS – Pakistan on Thursday demanded accountability for the “grave” Israeli atrocity crimes in Gaza and called for an end to illegal actions in the West Bank, including forced displacements, illegal settlements, and annexations. Speaking at the UN Security Council, Ambassador Usman Jadoon, acting permanent representative of Pakistan to the UN, condemned the killing […]
Trump says would pull US support if Israel annexes West Bank
President Donald Trump said Israel would lose its crucial backing from the United States if it annexes the occupied West Bank, in a Time magazine interview published on Thursday. Trump’s comments, which Time said were made by telephone on October 15, were published as both Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio […]
Israeli lawmakers advance bill applying Israeli law to West Bank
JERUSALEM: In a move widely seen as a step toward annexation, Israel’s parliament on Wednesday gave preliminary approval to a bill applying Israeli law to the occupied West Bank, territory that Palestinians seek for their future state. The measure, which passed by 25 votes to 24 in the 120-member Knesset, marks the first of four […]
Trump says ” he will not allow” Israel’s West Bank Annexation Plan
WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday he will not allow Israel to annex the occupied West Bank. “It’s not going to happen,” Trump told reporters ahead of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s UN speech. He also said a Gaza peace deal was “pretty close.” Israel faces growing global pressure as more Western countries, […]
UN Chief: Gaza, West bank, and climate all near collapse
UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged the world not to be “intimidated” by Israel over its actions in the West Bank. In a recent interview, he condemned Israel’s “creeping annexation” of Palestinian territories. His comments came ahead of a major UN gathering where 10 countries plan to recognize Palestine. Israel has warned of retaliation if Western […]
Netanyahu approves West Bank expansion, blocks Palestinian state
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu signed a plan to expand settlements in the West Bank. The plan includes building 3,400 new homes for Israeli settlers. This move affects disputed land and faces strong criticism from Palestinians and international observers. Netanyahu clearly rejected the two-state solution and refused to recognize a Palestinian state. He said, “This […]
Pakistan slams Israel’s West bank move
Islamabad: Pakistan has strongly condemned the Israeli parliament’s recent resolution that calls for asserting sovereignty over the occupied West Bank, calling it a grave violation of international law. In a statement issued by the Foreign Office, the spokesperson said Israel’s unilateral actions are damaging ongoing peace efforts and pose a serious threat to the stability […]