Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a defiant speech at the United Nations on Friday, asserting that his nation “must finish the job” against Hamas in Gaza. His remarks came as international pressure mounts over Israel’s continued military campaign. “Western leaders may have buckled under the pressure,” he said. “And I guarantee you one thing:…
The United States on Thursday vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution calling for an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza, even as Israel intensified its military offensive on Gaza City. The draft, introduced by the 10 elected members of the Council, was backed by 14 of the 15 members. It called for an “immediate,…
The United Nations General Assembly on Friday overwhelmingly adopted the “New York Declaration,” a resolution calling for tangible steps towards a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, according to official UN proceedings. The text-drafted after a July peace conference in New York co-hosted by Saudi Arabia and France-was backed by 142 member states, with 10…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that Israel will not occupy Gaza but will instead demilitarise the territory and set up a peaceful civilian administration. “We are not going to occupy Gaza – we are going to free Gaza from Hamas. Gaza will be demilitarised, and a peaceful civilian administration will be established, one…
In a major escalation of the ongoing conflict in Gaza, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has signaled his intention to take full control of Gaza City. The move, which follows nearly two years of war with Hamas, has drawn international concern and renewed calls for an end to hostilities. Israel’s Security Cabinet approved the plan…