Tag: Gaza
Israeli expert urges justice for both Israeli, Palestinian victims of sexual violence
The Israeli expert leading a civilian commission into sexual violence by Hamas and Israeli soldiers is calling for global bodies to recognize "a new crime against humanity."
A rocket from Yemen strikes Tel Aviv, injuring 16, and Palestinians mourn a dozen children in Gaza
A rocket fired from Yemen hit an area of Tel Aviv, leaving 16 people injured, days after Israeli airstrikes hit Houthi rebels who launched missiles in solidarity with Gaza.
Gaza protest blocks Metro Vancouver container port
Police say demonstrators have disrupted access to a major Metro Vancouver container port terminal, calling for an end to what they call "Canada's weapons trade with Israel."
Israeli strikes kill dozens in Beirut, Gaza as diplomats push for ceasefire
The escalation in Beirut comes after a U.S. envoy traveled to the region in pursuit of a ceasefire deal to end months of fighting between Israel and Hezbollah.
Israeli strikes kill dozens in Lebanon and isolated northern Gaza while Netanyahu and Trump speak
Israeli strikes in Lebanon and isolated northern Gaza kill dozens of people including children on Sunday. Prime Minister Netanyahu has spoken three times with Trump since election.
Israel has formally cut ties with UNRWA. What this could mean for Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has for years called for UNRWA to be dismantled, accusing it of anti-Israeli incitement.
Everyone in northern Gaza at ‘imminent risk’ of death, UN warns
The United States has said it was watching to ensure that Israel's actions on the ground in northern Gaza show it does not have a "policy of starvation" in the north.
Israeli strikes on northern Gaza Strip leave at least 87 dead or missing
Gaza's health ministry says the influx of wounded people following the strikes is worsening "an already catastrophic situation for the health care system."
Israel accused of firing at UN building in Lebanon, Gaza strike kills 27
The attack on the U.N.'s southern Lebanon headquarters, which injured two peacekeepers, drew widespread condemnation and prompted Italy to summon Israel's ambassador in protest.
Jews, Palestinians in Alberta call for peace on 1st anniversary of Hamas attack on Israel
On the anniversary of a Hamas attack on Israel that triggered the ongoing conflict in Gaza, events and protests took place across Canada, including in Edmonton and Calgary.
More events in Canada to mark 1 year since Hamas attack on Israel
Ceremonies, events and protests are being held across Canada on Monday to mark the anniversary of a Hamas attack on Israel that triggered the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
‘We are still suffering’: A Gaza family’s harrowing year of displacement and survival
Israel's campaign has displaced nearly the entire population of Gaza and killed more than 41,600 people, according to the Gaza Health Ministry.
Israeli airstrike on Gaza mosque kills at least 19 people amid escalating conflict
The attack came as Israel is on high alert ahead of memorial events marking the Oct. 7 attack, which set in motion a year of violent escalation across the region.
Canada abstains from UN motion calling on Israel to end presence of Gaza, West Bank
The resolution is based on a July ruling by the International Court of Justice, which condemned Israel’s rule over lands it captured in 1967 by force.
Rare strike in Israel adds to pressure for ceasefire, hostage deal in Gaza
U.S. President Joe Biden added to the pressure by saying Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu isn't doing enough to reach a deal for a ceasefire and hostage release.