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As of early September 2025, Norway's $2 trillion sovereign wealth fund has divested from Caterpillar and five major Israeli banks over ethical concerns tied to Israeli military actions in Gaza and the West Bank. The fund cited violations of international humanitarian law linked to Caterpillar's bulldozers and the banks' financing of Israeli settlements. It is ending contracts with external Israeli asset managers and intensifying ethical reviews, while rejecting full divestment from all Israeli companies.
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Belgium will formally recognize a Palestinian state at the UN General Assembly on September 9, 2025, contingent on Hamas releasing all Israeli hostages and relinquishing political control in Gaza. The move aligns with France and the UK, signaling increased European pressure on Israel amid the ongoing Gaza conflict. Belgium will also impose 12 sanctions on Israel, including bans on settlement goods and restrictions on Israeli officials.
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On September 17, 2025, the European Commission proposed suspending parts of its trade agreement with Israel and sanctioning far-right Israeli ministers over the Gaza conflict. The EU plans to freeze €20 million in bilateral support to Israel, targeting exports worth €6 billion. However, divisions among member states, including Germany and Italy, threaten the adoption of these measures amid escalating violence in Gaza and recent Israeli strikes in Qatar.
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A security incident at a crossing between Israel and the West Bank resulted in two deaths and the attacker being neutralized. The event follows recent violence, including attacks in Jerusalem and ongoing Israeli military operations in Palestinian territories amid the Gaza conflict. No immediate details from Israeli authorities are available today.
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Since October 2023, Gaza's healthcare system has been decimated by ongoing conflict, with hospitals damaged and supplies limited. The UK has begun evacuating critically ill children for treatment, supported by WHO and international efforts, amid accusations of systemic targeting of healthcare by Israel and Hamas's use of hospitals for military purposes.
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British Labour MPs Peter Prinsley and Simon Opher were prevented from entering Israel during a delegation to observe healthcare in the West Bank. Their entry was denied on security grounds, amid rising restrictions on international observers during the Gaza conflict. The MPs aimed to assess medical conditions and support efforts.
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A Jordanian man transporting aid from Jordan to Gaza opened fire at the Allenby crossing, killing two Israelis. The attacker was neutralised by security forces. The crossing remains closed to cargo, amid ongoing tensions and Israeli military operations in Gaza and the West Bank. The incident highlights ongoing security concerns at this key border point.
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As of late September 2025, former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair is spearheading a US-backed plan to establish the Gaza International Transitional Authority (GITA), a UN-endorsed interim government for Gaza excluding Hamas and initially sidelining the Palestinian Authority. The plan aims to stabilize Gaza post-conflict, prevent forced displacement, and eventually unify Palestinian territories under the PA, amid Israeli opposition and ongoing regional tensions.
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The Allenby Bridge between the West Bank and Jordan reopened on September 26 after being closed for two days following a deadly attack by a Jordanian aid driver. The closure impacted Palestinian movement, aid, and trade, amid ongoing Israeli military operations and regional tensions. The crossing's reopening offers some relief but highlights persistent instability.
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As Netanyahu prepares to meet Trump in Washington, the US president has publicly reaffirmed he will not allow Israel to annex the West Bank. This stance contrasts with Israeli far-right calls for annexation and regional pressures, amid ongoing Gaza conflict and diplomatic tensions over Palestinian statehood recognition.
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The UN human rights office updated its database, listing 158 firms operating within Israeli settlements deemed illegal under international law. Most are Israeli, with others from the US, Europe, and China. The list highlights corporate complicity in settlement expansion amid ongoing conflict and human rights concerns in the West Bank and Gaza.
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As of early October 2025, New Zealand maintains its position of not recognizing Palestinian statehood amid ongoing Gaza conflict, diverging from allies like the UK, Canada, and Australia who have recently recognized Palestine. Foreign Minister Winston Peters cites concerns that recognition now could hinder ceasefire efforts. The US has proposed a 20-point Gaza peace plan with mixed international reactions, while Israel rejects expanded Palestinian recognition.
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Recent Israeli military actions in Gaza and the West Bank continue amid ongoing negotiations for a ceasefire. The US and Israel are close to an agreement, while Hamas and other groups report no new proposals. Hostages remain a critical issue, with fears for their safety rising as fighting intensifies.
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Leqaa Kordia, a Palestinian in the US since 2016, has been detained since March after protests supporting Gaza. Her case highlights legal and political tensions over her activism, with her detention linked to her protests and personal ties to Gaza amid ongoing conflict.
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Tensions in the West Bank's last entirely Christian village, Taybeh, have increased amid violence from settlers, Israeli restrictions, and regional conflicts. Despite a ceasefire in Gaza, local Christians express deep fears of further escalation and loss of their community, with some families considering leaving.
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Recent days have seen renewed violence in Gaza and the West Bank. Internal clashes, settler attacks, and Israeli military operations have caused casualties, displacement, and property destruction. Despite a ceasefire in Gaza, internal conflicts and settler violence continue to threaten stability and Palestinian lives.
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A ceasefire has led to the release of around 2,000 Palestinian prisoners and 20 Israeli hostages. While celebrations occurred in Gaza and the West Bank, many Palestinian detainees face exile, poor conditions, and Israeli threats, fueling skepticism and anxiety among families and rights groups. The deal marks a significant but complex step in the ongoing conflict.
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Recent reports reveal severe abuse and torture of Palestinian detainees by Israel, with bodies showing signs of torture and execution. Meanwhile, prisoner exchanges have taken place, with some Palestinians released amid ongoing tensions and concerns over human rights violations.
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Regional capitals see Gaza's war as over, marking a political reordering. New alliances aim to exclude Hamas and political Islam, pushing for managed Palestinian reforms. The shift signals a fundamental change in regional stability and governance, with implications beyond Gaza.
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Yuli Edelstein was removed from his committee post after voting in favor of a West Bank annexation bill, which narrowly passed in the Knesset. The move highlights internal party discipline and ongoing debates over Israeli sovereignty, with international and US opposition complicating the process.
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Israeli lawmakers approved a bill to apply Israeli law to the West Bank, seen as a move toward annexation. US officials, including Vice President Vance and Secretary Rubio, condemned the move, emphasizing it could threaten peace efforts and US-Israel relations amid ongoing tensions and international opposition.
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Recent Israeli bills to annex parts of the West Bank have sparked international condemnation and US opposition. While Israel pushes for sovereignty, the US, under Trump and others, publicly opposes annexation, citing commitments to Arab states and regional stability amid ongoing Gaza conflict.
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Recent events in Gaza include Israeli strikes killing civilians, Hamas locating a soldier's body, and ongoing negotiations over prisoner exchanges. The ceasefire faces violations, border restrictions, and humanitarian challenges, with over 68,800 deaths in two years of conflict. Both sides continue efforts to recover remains and coordinate aid.
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Israeli forces launched a series of military operations across the West Bank, including Tubas, Jenin, and Hebron, targeting Palestinian militants amid rising violence since October 2023. Multiple casualties, arrests, and settler attacks have been reported today, reflecting ongoing tensions and military activity.
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The UN Security Council approved a resolution supporting President Trump's Gaza peace plan, which envisions a transitional administration and international stabilisation force in Gaza. The vote was 13-0 with Russia and China abstaining. Israel opposes the plan, citing security concerns and territorial integrity, while regional and international actors react variably.
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A UNCTAD report estimates Gaza's reconstruction will cost over $70 billion and take decades, citing war and restrictions that have caused an unprecedented economic collapse. Israeli military actions continue despite a ceasefire, with ongoing violations and casualties. The West Bank also faces severe downturns.
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Israeli authorities have seized over 1,000 dunams of Palestinian land in the Jordan Valley for a security road, while settler violence has intensified across the West Bank, including arson, vandalism, and clashes with Palestinians. The escalation follows recent land confiscations and increased Israeli military and settler activity.
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Singapore has imposed financial sanctions and entry bans on four individuals involved in recent violent actions in the West Bank, citing violations of international law and threats to the two-state solution. The move aligns with EU measures amid rising settler violence and regional tensions.
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Recent violence in the West Bank includes settler attacks on Palestinian villages, with fires and property damage reported. Israeli officials discuss measures to curb violence amid international concern. Two Palestinians were killed by gunfire overnight, amid ongoing tensions.
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Israel has targeted and killed Hezbollah's chief of staff, Haytham Tabatabai, in Beirut, escalating tensions amid ongoing Israeli strikes and Lebanese calls for disarmament. The attack follows a year of ceasefire violations, with fears of further escalation as regional tensions rise, especially with Pope Leo XIV's upcoming Lebanon visit.
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Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube released their annual listening and content lists, revealing popular artists and trends. The New York Times highlights the cultural significance of these catalogs, questioning their role in decision-making and cultural validation amid a busy year of media and entertainment highlights.