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Israeli forces continue raids and airstrikes across Gaza and the West Bank, violating the ceasefire. Heavy rainfall worsens humanitarian conditions in Gaza, with casualties and destruction rising. Israel's court rulings support ongoing investigations into war crimes, while border crossings and remains exchanges are slowly resuming.
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Despite a ceasefire since October 10, Israeli strikes continue in Gaza, with ongoing disputes over disarmament and troop withdrawals. The US plans to deploy a non-combat international force to oversee the next phase, but disagreements over mandates and troop contributions persist amid ongoing violence and political tensions.
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Israeli military operations in Gaza have intensified, with air strikes, shelling, and demolitions continuing despite a ceasefire. Civilians face ongoing danger, and cross-border incidents persist, as the conflict remains highly volatile with significant casualties reported since October 2023.
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Since the Gaza ceasefire began on October 10, violence continues with daily clashes. Israeli forces report violations, including an IED explosion injuring an IDF officer. Hamas and Israel accuse each other of breaches, complicating peace efforts and worsening Gaza's humanitarian crisis.
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In 2025, Israel's military intensified attacks on journalists in Gaza, killing 56 media workers amid ongoing conflict. Reports highlight systematic targeting, including the killing of journalists' families, with over 436 relatives of media workers killed since 2023. International organizations condemn these actions as war crimes.
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2025 was the deadliest year for journalists, with over 150 killed, mainly Palestinians in Gaza. Israeli violations included targeted killings, attacks on media facilities, and enforced disappearances. The conflict has severely impacted press freedom and safety for media workers worldwide.
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As of January 2026, Israel has revoked licenses of 37 major international NGOs, including Doctors Without Borders and Oxfam, barring them from operating in Gaza and the West Bank. The move follows new registration rules requiring detailed staff disclosures, which NGOs say endanger personnel and undermine humanitarian neutrality. The ban threatens to worsen Gaza's humanitarian crisis amid ongoing conflict and a fragile ceasefire.
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UNRWA has laid off 571 Gaza-based staff due to severe funding shortages, worsened by Israeli criticism and political tensions. Many employees have left Gaza for safety or medical reasons, only to face termination and financial hardship. The agency warns of a growing humanitarian vacuum in Palestinian territories.
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On January 14-16, 2026, the US announced the transition to Phase Two of its 20-point Gaza peace plan, focusing on Hamas disarmament, technocratic governance, and reconstruction. A 15-member Palestinian technocratic committee was formed to administer Gaza under international supervision, despite ongoing Israeli strikes and unresolved issues like the return of the last Israeli hostage and full Israeli withdrawal.
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Recent Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have killed at least 10 Palestinians, including Hamas and Islamic Jihad figures, and injured dozens more. Despite a fragile ceasefire, Israel continues military operations, and a new Palestinian technocratic government is being formed to oversee Gaza's recovery, supported by Egypt and the US.
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As of January 2026, US President Donald Trump has established a 'Board of Peace' to oversee Gaza's transitional governance following a ceasefire. The board includes figures like Tony Blair, Marco Rubio, Jared Kushner, and Steve Witkoff, with Trump as chair. A Palestinian technocratic committee led by Ali Shaath began governing Gaza, aiming to rebuild amid ongoing challenges.
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The White House announced a new Board of Peace to oversee Gaza's transition, chaired by Donald Trump, with international members including Turkey and Qatar. Israel opposes some aspects of the plan, especially the inclusion of Turkish officials. The move aims to facilitate Gaza's governance and reconstruction, despite regional tensions.
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A fundraiser at a Brooklyn youth center sold merchandise supporting Hamas, Hezbollah, and PFLP, all designated terrorist groups by the US. Items included logos, slogans, and images of terrorist leaders. The event, funded by taxpayer dollars, is under investigation amid concerns over support for terrorism.
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As of early 2026, Israel has intensified restrictions on humanitarian organizations operating in Gaza and the occupied West Bank, demanding detailed staff data and revoking licenses of 37 NGOs, including Doctors Without Borders (MSF). MSF controversially shared staff names with Israel to avoid expulsion, sparking criticism over risks to Palestinian workers amid ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis.
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The Palestinian Authority is drafting a constitution to formalize its statehood, with a referendum and elections planned for 2026. Abbas aims to boost legitimacy amid Israeli opposition and internal political divisions, including moves to exclude Hamas from upcoming elections.
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Since the October 2025 ceasefire in Gaza, violence has persisted with Israeli forces killing over 580 Palestinians and Hamas militants attacking Israeli troops. Recent clashes include Israeli strikes on Hamas commanders and militants emerging from tunnels near Rafah. Indonesia is preparing up to 8,000 troops for a potential peacekeeping mission in Gaza, while the Rafah crossing with Egypt has reopened, allowing limited civilian movement.
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Since the October 2025 US-brokered ceasefire, Gaza remains volatile with over 570 Palestinians killed amid ongoing Israeli strikes and militant attacks. A US-led peace plan aims to demilitarize Hamas and establish technocratic governance, but progress stalls as Israel restricts Gaza access and Hamas resists disarmament. The Rafah crossing partially reopened, yet reconstruction and security remain unresolved.
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Lebanese authorities are advancing a plan to disarm Hezbollah and bring armed groups under state control, with international support focusing on the army's capacity to centralize weapons. The plan faces resistance from Hezbollah and ongoing Israeli strikes, complicating stability efforts amid upcoming international conferences.