After the killing of Hamas's number two commander in an alleged Israeli strike in Lebanon Beirut many in Israel are worried about the repercussions. The biggest being the likely disruption in future hostage release negotiations. In a bid to quell increasing Israel-Lebanon tensions, the US is once again sending senior officials to West Asia.

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According to reports, Israeli officials are holding secret talks with the Democratic Republic of Congo and other nations regarding the expulsion of Palestinians displaced by Israel’s war on the Gaza Strip.

Israel in talks with Congo and other countries on Gaza ‘voluntary migration’ plan, says report

Israel in talks with Congo and other countries on Gaza ‘voluntary migration’ plan. Senior official says Jerusalem working on postwar resettlement of Palestinians from strip; Some ministers tout saudi Arabia as destination for Gazans seeking construction work.

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The head of Lebanon's Hezbollah Hassan Nasrallah said that it "cannot be silent" after the killing of Hamas' deputy leader in Beirut and warned that his heavily armed forces would fight to the finish if Israel chose to extend war from Gaza to Lebanon.

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So far, the war in Gaza between Israel and Hamas militants has not led to the nightmare scenario -- a wider conflict in West Asia. But after recent events tensions in west asia are near boiling point. Even as Arab nations and the west look desperately to water down heating temperatures.

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According to reports, an Israeli drone strike hit Beirut's southern suburb. The explosion shook Beirut's southern suburb of Musharafieh. UN urges 'maximum restraint' as Beirut blast kills Hamas leader.

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Israel assassinated Saleh Al-Arouri, Hamas's deputy leader, in a drone strike on Beirut. This incident has triggered protest in the West Bank. Lebanon's Hezbollah said that Arouri's killing “will not go unpunished” and claimed a strike on a group of soldiers in Israeli territory.

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Israel in talks with Congo and other countries on Gaza ‘voluntary migration’ plan. Senior official says Jerusalem working on postwar resettlement of Palestinians from strip; Some ministers tout saudi Arabia as destination for Gazans seeking construction work

After 'living in the open' who will shelter the displaced Gazans?

The United States slammed recent remarks made by Israeli far-right ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben-Gvir advocating for the resettlement of Palestinians outside Gaza. The comments from ministers appear to underscore fears in much of Arab world that Israel wants to drive Palestinians out.

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Israel-Hamas war: Deputy Hamas Chief Saleh Al-Arouri killed in Beirut attack

Israel will appear before the international court of justice at the ICJ after South Africa accused it of committing genocide in the Gaza Strip. South Africa had urged the ICJ on Friday to issue an urgent order to declare that Israel was violating its obligations under the 1948 genocide convention. In response, Israel says it will appear before the court to dispel South Africa's accusations.

Israel-Hamas war: South Africa files case against Israel in ICJ

Israel-Hamas war: UN calls Hamas commander killing extremely worrying

The war on the Gaza Strip is taking some kind of financial toll on Israel. In the latest, the Bank of Israel is been forced to lower its short-term borrowing rates for the first time in nearly about four years. This makes Israel the first developed Nation to in fact cut interest rates for the first time since April 2020.

Israel-Hamas war: Bank of Israel lowers short-term borrowing rates

The war on the Gaza Strip is taking some kind of financial toll on Israel. In the latest, the Bank of Israel is been forced to lower its short-term borrowing rates for the first time in nearly about four years. This makes Israel the first developed Nation to in fact cut interest rates for the first time since April 2020. To know more watch this interview with Eran Yashiv, Professor at Tel Aviv University.

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<p>Roi Yifrah, 35, orchestrated a daring scheme that involved impersonating a soldier to enter the war in Gaza. Taking advantage of the chaos post-war, the Israeli civilian seized the opportunity to join the Israel Defence Forces (IDF), donning an army uniform and even posing in a photo with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a field visit. Now he is facing the music.</p>

<h2><strong>Charges laid: Weaponry theft and identity fraud</strong></h2>

<p>Facing a web of charges, Yifrah now stands accused of multiple weapons offences and theft under aggravated circumstances.</p>

<p>Reports indicate that he pilfered military and police weapons with the intention of selling them on the black market.</p>

<p>A photograph captured&nbsp;Yifrah in full battle gear alongside other soldiers and Prime Minister Netanyahu at a helicopter landing site.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-war-captured-islamic-jihad-militant-admits-his-squad-raped-murdered-victims-on-oct-7-674682">Also read |&nbsp;Israel war: Captured Islamic Jihad militant admitted committing rape, murder on Oct 7, claims report</a></p>

<p>Although an Israeli official assured that the Prime Minister was never at risk, Yifrah's audacious act raised eyebrows.</p>

<p>On the day of Hamas's fierce attack on Israel, Yifrah ventured to southern Israel. According to CBS News, he presented himself alternately as a combat soldier from elite anti-terrorism units, a bomb dispersal expert, and a member of the Shin Bet internal security service.</p>

<p>Yifrah's charade came to an end when he was arrested, leading to the discovery of a substantial arsenal in his possession.</p>

<p>Seized items included weapons, grenades, magazines, walkie-talkies, a drone, uniforms, and various military equipment.</p>

<p>Yifrah's lawyer, Eitan Segev, portrayed his client as a paramedic involved with a first responder organisation who bravely defended Israel for over two months.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Hamas leader Arouri killed as mourners pay homage to Qassem Soleimani in Iran</strong></p>

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<p>Despite the charges, Segev insisted that Yifrah's actions were in service of the State of Israel, portraying him as a hero who saved lives under fire and fought against terrorists.</p>

<p>With five charges against him, including aggravated fraud and larceny, Yifrah faces the prospect of a maximum prison sentence of 36 years.</p>

<p>The legal battle unfolds against the backdrop of Hamas'&nbsp;devastating October 7 attack, which claimed the lives of around 1,140 people and resulted in a relentless Israeli offensive that took a heavy toll on Gaza's civilian population.</p>

<p><em><strong>Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.&nbsp;</strong></em></p>

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Roi Yifrah, 35, orchestrated a daring scheme that involved impersonating a soldier to enter the war in Gaza. Taking advantage of the chaos post-war, the Israeli civilian seized the opportunity to join the Israel Defence Forces (IDF), donning an army uniform and even posing in a photo with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a field visit.

Roi Yifrah, 35, orchestrated a daring scheme that involved impersonating a soldier to enter the war in Gaza. Taking advantage of the chaos post-war, the Israeli civilian seized the opportunity to join the Israel Defence Forces (IDF), donning an army uniform and even posing in a photo with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a field visit. Now he is facing the music. Charges laid: Weaponry theft and identity fraud Facing a web of charges, Yifrah now stands accused of multiple weapons offences and theft under aggravated circumstances. Reports indicate that he pilfered military and police weapons with the intention of selling them on the black market. A photograph captured Yifrah in full battle gear alongside other soldiers and Prime Minister Netanyahu at a helicopter landing site. Also read | Israel war: Captured Islamic Jihad militant admitted committing rape, murder on Oct 7, claims report Although an Israeli official assured that the Prime Minister was never at risk, Yifrah's audacious act raised eyebrows. On the day of Hamas's fierce attack on Israel, Yifrah ventured to southern Israel. According to CBS News, he presented himself alternately as a combat soldier from elite anti-terrorism units, a bomb dispersal expert, and a member of the Shin Bet internal security service. Yifrah's charade came to an end when he was arrested, leading to the discovery of a substantial arsenal in his possession. Seized items included weapons, grenades, magazines, walkie-talkies, a drone, uniforms, and various military equipment. Yifrah's lawyer, Eitan Segev, portrayed his client as a paramedic involved with a first responder organisation who bravely defended Israel for over two months. Also watch | Hamas leader Arouri killed as mourners pay homage to Qassem Soleimani in Iran Despite the charges, Segev insisted that Yifrah's actions were in service of the State of Israel, portraying him as a hero who saved lives under fire and fought against terrorists. With five charges against him, including aggravated fraud and larceny, Yifrah faces the prospect of a maximum prison sentence of 36 years. The legal battle unfolds against the backdrop of Hamas' devastating October 7 attack, which claimed the lives of around 1,140 people and resulted in a relentless Israeli offensive that took a heavy toll on Gaza's civilian population. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Israeli civilian impersonator joins Gaza war, poses with PM Netanyahu, faces weapons theft charges

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A drone strike in Beirut's southern suburbs has killed a senior Hamas official Saleh Al Arouri. The latest strike could mark a major escalation in the ongoing war and there have been a slew of remarks coming in from the western leaders on Arouri's death, urging for de-escalation.

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As the Israel-Hamas war rages on, displaced Gazans take shelter in crammed spaced amid bombing. Gaza's safe zones are shrinking. Watch the video to get more insights!

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Has Israel's Prime Minister Netanyahu crumbled under pressure and agreed to a temporary ceasefire? Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir has described the hostage deal to be a 'disaster', and has slammed the Netanyahu government for taking an amoral decision.

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In a major blow to Netanyahu's unity govt, Israel's top court has struck down the contentious judicial reform. What does the mean for Israel's fragile coalition? Priyanka Sharma brings you a report.

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<p data-testid="paragraph-0">Turkish police detained 33 people suspected of spying for Israel's Mossad intelligence service and of targeting foreigners living in Turkey, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said on Tuesday.</p>

<p data-testid="paragraph-1">Last month, Turkish officials warned Israel of "serious consequences" if it tried to hunt down members of the militant group Hamas living outside Palestinian territories, including in Turkey. President Tayyip Erdogan warned that would be a mistake.</p>

<p data-testid="paragraph-2">Turkey, unlike most of its Western allies and some Arab nations, does not classify Hamas as a terrorist organisation.</p>

<p data-testid="paragraph-3">Police raided 57 locations in eight provinces as part of an investigation - dubbed "Operation Mole" - launched by the Istanbul prosecutor's counter-terrorism bureau and the MIT intelligence agency, Yerlikaya said.</p>

<p data-testid="paragraph-4">He said on social media platform X that the suspects were believed to be aiming to identify, monitor, assault and kidnap foreign nationals living in Turkey. The state-run Anadolu news agency said authorities were seeking 13 others.</p>

<p data-testid="paragraph-4"><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hamas-says-israel-has-killed-groups-deputy-head-in-beirut-675960">Also read |&nbsp;War in Gaza: Hamas claims deputy head killed in 'treacherous Zionist strike'</a></p>

<p data-testid="paragraph-5">Asked about the arrests, Israeli Prime Minister's Office and the Foreign Ministry did not immediately comment.</p>

<p data-testid="paragraph-6">Turkey has harshly criticised Israel for its bombardment of Gaza in its war with Hamas, with Erdogan and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly&nbsp;exchanging barbs&nbsp;last week.</p>

<p data-testid="paragraph-7">Yerlikaya said authorities had found large amounts of foreign currency, including around 150,000 euros ($165,105), an unregistered firearm, and digital materials during the raids.</p>

<p data-testid="paragraph-7"><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Israel-Hamas war: Israeli bid to clear out Gaza population?</strong></p>

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<p data-testid="paragraph-7">He shared footage of the operations showing police raiding homes, handcuffing suspects, and putting them in police vehicles.<br />
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Turkish police detained 33 people suspected of spying for Israel's Mossad intelligence service and of targeting foreigners living in Turkey, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said on Tuesday.

Turkish police detained 33 people suspected of spying for Israel's Mossad intelligence service and of targeting foreigners living in Turkey, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said on Tuesday. Last month, Turkish officials warned Israel of "serious consequences" if it tried to hunt down members of the militant group Hamas living outside Palestinian territories, including in Turkey. President Tayyip Erdogan warned that would be a mistake. Turkey, unlike most of its Western allies and some Arab nations, does not classify Hamas as a terrorist organisation. Police raided 57 locations in eight provinces as part of an investigation - dubbed "Operation Mole" - launched by the Istanbul prosecutor's counter-terrorism bureau and the MIT intelligence agency, Yerlikaya said. He said on social media platform X that the suspects were believed to be aiming to identify, monitor, assault and kidnap foreign nationals living in Turkey. The state-run Anadolu news agency said authorities were seeking 13 others. Also read | War in Gaza: Hamas claims deputy head killed in 'treacherous Zionist strike' Asked about the arrests, Israeli Prime Minister's Office and the Foreign Ministry did not immediately comment. Turkey has harshly criticised Israel for its bombardment of Gaza in its war with Hamas, with Erdogan and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly exchanging barbs last week. Yerlikaya said authorities had found large amounts of foreign currency, including around 150,000 euros ($165,105), an unregistered firearm, and digital materials during the raids. Also watch | Israel-Hamas war: Israeli bid to clear out Gaza population? He shared footage of the operations showing police raiding homes, handcuffing suspects, and putting them in police vehicles. (With inputs from agencies)

Turkey claims to have rounded up 33 suspected spies for Israel’s Mossad

Israel-Hamas War with unrelenting Israeli bombardment rocked Gaza on Monday and this comes in the backdrop of the Israeli Army spokesperson saying that the war on Hamas leaders in Gaza would continue well into 2024 too. Keep watching for more updates.

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<p>Freed Israeli hostage Mia Schem, who was held captive by Hamas fighters in war-torn Gaza for 54 days, recently revealed shocking details about her ordeal with a local media outlet.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sharing her harrowing experience with Israel Channel 13, she said that she "went through a Holocaust".</p>

<p>"It is important for me to reflect the real situation with regard to people living in Gaza, who they really are and what I went through over there," the 21-year-old Israeli-French tattoo artist said. "I went through a Holocaust, everyone there is a terrorist," said Schem, who was released on Nov 30 during a ceasefire.</p>

<p>Schem&nbsp;told the Israeli broadcaster how she was kidnapped from the music festival near Reim on Oct 7 during the Hamas attack and held captive at a family house in Gaza which was under the Palestinian militant group's control.</p>

<p>"It's families under Hamas (control). You know, in retrospect, I suddenly realised that I was with a family. Suddenly I start asking myself questions, why am I at a family's house? Why are there children here? Why is there a woman here?" she said.</p>

<p>Further describing her ordeal, Schem said she was constantly scared of being raped or killed.</p>

<p>"(I was) closed in a dark room, not allowed to talk, not allowed to be seen, to be heard, hidden. There is a terrorist looking at you 24/7, looking, raping you with his eyes." She said. "There is a fear of being raped, there is a fear of dying.. I was frightened."</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-will-dance-again-freed-hamas-hostage-mia-schem-strikes-defiance-with-new-tattoo-668602">'We will dance again': Freed Hamas hostage Mia Schem strikes defiance with new tattoo</a></p>

<p>"I didn't sleep for the entire 54 days, maybe an hour, at night. How can you sleep when a terrorist is looking at you?" she added.</p>

<p>The 21-year-old was seized at the Nova dance party along with many of the other hostages taken captive into Gaza.</p>

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<h2><strong>Schem was operated on by vet</strong></h2>

<p>She made international headlines after a chilling video released by Hamas showed her receiving treatment from a veterinarian on her right arm.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“At the moment, I am in Gaza,” Schem could be heard saying in Hebrew in the 60-second clip.</p>

<p>She said she was injured and taken across the border, where she underwent a three-hour surgery to treat her undisclosed injuries.</p>

<p>“They are taking care of me, giving me medicine, everything is fine. I only ask that they bring me home as soon as possible to my parents, to my siblings. Get me out of here as soon as possible. Please.”</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

<p><strong><em>Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.</em></strong></p>


Freed Israeli hostage Mia Schem, who was held captive by Hamas fighters in war-torn Gaza for 54 days, recently revealed shocking details about her ordeal with a local media outlet.

Freed Israeli hostage Mia Schem, who was held captive by Hamas fighters in war-torn Gaza for 54 days, recently revealed shocking details about her ordeal with a local media outlet. Sharing her harrowing experience with Israel Channel 13, she said that she "went through a Holocaust". "It is important for me to reflect the real situation with regard to people living in Gaza, who they really are and what I went through over there," the 21-year-old Israeli-French tattoo artist said. "I went through a Holocaust, everyone there is a terrorist," said Schem, who was released on Nov 30 during a ceasefire. Schem told the Israeli broadcaster how she was kidnapped from the music festival near Reim on Oct 7 during the Hamas attack and held captive at a family house in Gaza which was under the Palestinian militant group's control. "It's families under Hamas (control). You know, in retrospect, I suddenly realised that I was with a family. Suddenly I start asking myself questions, why am I at a family's house? Why are there children here? Why is there a woman here?" she said. Further describing her ordeal, Schem said she was constantly scared of being raped or killed. "(I was) closed in a dark room, not allowed to talk, not allowed to be seen, to be heard, hidden. There is a terrorist looking at you 24/7, looking, raping you with his eyes." She said. "There is a fear of being raped, there is a fear of dying.. I was frightened." Also read: 'We will dance again': Freed Hamas hostage Mia Schem strikes defiance with new tattoo "I didn't sleep for the entire 54 days, maybe an hour, at night. How can you sleep when a terrorist is looking at you?" she added. The 21-year-old was seized at the Nova dance party along with many of the other hostages taken captive into Gaza. View this post on Instagram A post shared by מייה שם (@mia_schem) × Schem was operated on by vet She made international headlines after a chilling video released by Hamas showed her receiving treatment from a veterinarian on her right arm. “At the moment, I am in Gaza,” Schem could be heard saying in Hebrew in the 60-second clip. She said she was injured and taken across the border, where she underwent a three-hour surgery to treat her undisclosed injuries. “They are taking care of me, giving me medicine, everything is fine. I only ask that they bring me home as soon as possible to my parents, to my siblings. Get me out of here as soon as possible. Please.” (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

Freed Israeli hostage Mia Schem reveals details about 54-day Hamas captivity, says 'went through holocaust'

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<p>Pakistan's&nbsp;caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar imposed a ban on New Year celebrations in the country in a bid to express solidarity with the people of Gaza amid the ongoing war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas.</p>

<p>Kakar called on the people of his country to show solidarity with the Palestinians and display solemnity and humility on New Year.</p>

<p>"Keeping in mind the seriously concerning situation in Palestine and to show solidarity with our Palestinian brothers and sisters, there will be a strict ban by the government on holding any kind of event for New Year," he said in a brief address.</p>

<p>He further&nbsp;said that Israeli forces "crossed all limits of violence and injustice", claiming the lives of over 21,000 Palestinians and killing nearly 9,000 children in its counter-offensive.</p>

<p>"The whole Pakistani nation and the Muslim world are in a sheer state of anguish over the massacre of innocent children and genocide of unarmed Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank."&nbsp;</p>

<p>He added that his country had sent two aid packages to Palestine with the third one being prepared.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He also said that Pakistan was in talks with Jordan and Egypt to ensure timely aid to Palestinians and evacuation of those wounded in Gaza.</p>

<p>Kakar said Pakistan was making all&nbsp;necessary efforts to highlight the plight of the Palestinians on various global forums and would continue to do so in future.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/freed-israeli-hostage-mia-schem-reveals-details-about-54-day-hamas-captivity-says-went-through-holocaust-674751">Freed Israeli hostage Mia Schem reveals details about 54-day Hamas captivity, says 'went through holocaust'</a></p>

<h2><strong>UN asks Israel to ‘end unlawful killings’</strong></h2>

<p>Shelling by Israel near a hospital in Khan Younis late on December 27 claimed the lives of 20 Palestinians, according to the Hamas-run health ministry.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The United Nations flagged the human rights situation in the West Bank and urged Israel to "end unlawful killings" of the Palestinian population in the West Bank.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A report released on Thursday (Dec 28) by the UN&nbsp;demanded an immediate end to the use of military weapons during law enforcement operations as well as an end to arbitrary detention and ill-treatment of Palestinians, and the lifting of discriminatory movement restrictions.</p>

<p>"The use of military tactics and weapons in law enforcement contexts, the use of unnecessary or disproportionate force, and the enforcement of broad, arbitrary and discriminatory movement restrictions that affect Palestinians are extremely troubling," UN rights chief Volker Turk said in a statement.</p>

<p>"The intensity of the violence and repression is something that has not been seen in years."</p>

<p>The report looked at the human rights situation in the West Bank and East Jerusalem since October 7.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Pakistan's caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar imposed a ban on New Year celebrations in the country in a bid to express solidarity with the people of Gaza amid the ongoing war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas.

Pakistan's caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar imposed a ban on New Year celebrations in the country in a bid to express solidarity with the people of Gaza amid the ongoing war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas. Kakar called on the people of his country to show solidarity with the Palestinians and display solemnity and humility on New Year. "Keeping in mind the seriously concerning situation in Palestine and to show solidarity with our Palestinian brothers and sisters, there will be a strict ban by the government on holding any kind of event for New Year," he said in a brief address. He further said that Israeli forces "crossed all limits of violence and injustice", claiming the lives of over 21,000 Palestinians and killing nearly 9,000 children in its counter-offensive. "The whole Pakistani nation and the Muslim world are in a sheer state of anguish over the massacre of innocent children and genocide of unarmed Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank." He added that his country had sent two aid packages to Palestine with the third one being prepared. He also said that Pakistan was in talks with Jordan and Egypt to ensure timely aid to Palestinians and evacuation of those wounded in Gaza. Kakar said Pakistan was making all necessary efforts to highlight the plight of the Palestinians on various global forums and would continue to do so in future. Also read: Freed Israeli hostage Mia Schem reveals details about 54-day Hamas captivity, says 'went through holocaust' UN asks Israel to ‘end unlawful killings’ Shelling by Israel near a hospital in Khan Younis late on December 27 claimed the lives of 20 Palestinians, according to the Hamas-run health ministry. The United Nations flagged the human rights situation in the West Bank and urged Israel to "end unlawful killings" of the Palestinian population in the West Bank. A report released on Thursday (Dec 28) by the UN demanded an immediate end to the use of military weapons during law enforcement operations as well as an end to arbitrary detention and ill-treatment of Palestinians, and the lifting of discriminatory movement restrictions. "The use of military tactics and weapons in law enforcement contexts, the use of unnecessary or disproportionate force, and the enforcement of broad, arbitrary and discriminatory movement restrictions that affect Palestinians are extremely troubling," UN rights chief Volker Turk said in a statement. "The intensity of the violence and repression is something that has not been seen in years." The report looked at the human rights situation in the West Bank and East Jerusalem since October 7. (With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan caretaker PM Kakar announces ban on New Year celebrations. Here's why

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