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The funeral of Shiri Bibas and her two sons, Ariel and Kfir, took place amid national mourning in Israel. The family was kidnapped during the October 7 Hamas attack and later killed in captivity. Their remains were returned to Israel, igniting public outrage over the government's handling of the hostage crisis.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and U.S. President Donald Trump are engaged in a heated exchange over Trump's outreach to Moscow. Zelensky seeks NATO membership and security guarantees, while Trump criticizes him and demands access to Ukraine's resources. The diplomatic spat follows recent U.S.-Russia talks that excluded Ukraine.
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U.S. President Donald Trump has escalated tensions with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, criticizing his leadership and suggesting Ukraine is to blame for the ongoing war with Russia. This follows recent U.S.-Russia peace talks that excluded Ukraine, raising concerns about the future of U.S. support for Kyiv amid ongoing military conflict.
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The Israeli military confirmed the return of the remains of two young hostages, Kfir and Ariel Bibas, but stated that a third body, presumed to be their mother, Shiri, did not match any known hostages. This incident raises tensions in an already fragile ceasefire with Hamas, which has been accused of violating the agreement.
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At a recent Arab summit in Cairo, leaders endorsed Egypt's $85 billion plan to rebuild Gaza, rejecting a controversial proposal from the Trump administration. The plan aims to avoid displacing Palestinians and includes governance by a committee of Palestinian technocrats, while addressing the future of Hamas and the Palestinian Authority.
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As the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration approaches, discussions at the UN highlight both progress and setbacks in women's rights globally. A recent report reveals a significant backlash against women's rights, with alarming statistics on violence and discrimination. Activists reflect on the past and the challenges ahead.
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Israel has resumed military operations in Gaza, resulting in over 400 Palestinian deaths, including women and children. The escalation follows Hamas's rejection of a new proposal for hostage releases and a ceasefire extension, raising fears of a full return to conflict after a brief ceasefire period.
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Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have intensified, resulting in at least 71 deaths overnight, following a breakdown of a ceasefire. The attacks have killed over 710 Palestinians since Tuesday, with a significant number being women and children. The humanitarian situation is dire, with hospitals overwhelmed and aid severely restricted.
