Thousands of Israelis gathered in Tel Aviv to demonstrate against the Israeli government's handling of the situation in the Gaza Strip and this is for the 11th week in a row. Scuffles between security officials and demonstrators erupted as crowds from two different demonstrations joined each other demanding the government to step down.

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Life-saving aid has tragically taken the form of a new threat in Gaza. This week over a dozen people were killed trying to grab some of the floating or falling aid. Our report on how air drops are risky and why more land crossings are needed to avoid mass deaths by starvation.

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Gaza is facing an acute food shortage. With prices skyrocketing and food supplies dwindling, residents are grappling with severe shortages and soaring costs. In the northern region, the situation has reached a critical point, threatening the lives of hundreds of thousands.

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Tens of thousands of Pro-Palestinian protesters marched in London on Saturday (March 30) demanding an end to the war in Gaza.

Footage shows police questioning two female protesters from the crowd, one of which was carrying a placard reading, “(Rishi) Sunak + (Keir) Starmer support genocide, remember that”.

When asked by a journalist why she was being questioned by the police, the woman replied, "They (the police) can't tell me. Apparently, it's a public order offence under Section 5." Footage shows her being taken by police into a police van.

At least 32,705 Palestinians have been killed and 75,190 injured in Israel's military offensive on Gaza since Oct. 7, the Gaza health ministry said on Saturday.

A three-ship convoy left a port in Cyprus on Saturday (March 30) to deliver essential aid supplies for Palestinians in Gaza amid raging war between Israel and Hamas. The convoy left with 400 tonnes of food and other supplies amid soaring concerns about hunger and potential famine in the blockaded Palestinians enclave.&nbsp;

According to a statement by the World Central Kitchen, the ships are carrying ready-to-eat items like rice, pasta, flour, legumes, canned vegetables and proteins that were enough to prepare more than 1 million meals, Associated Press reported.&nbsp;

Tens of thousands of Pro-Palestinian protesters marched in London on Saturday (March 30) demanding an end to the war in Gaza. Footage shows police questioning two female protesters from the crowd, one of which was carrying a placard reading, “(Rishi) Sunak + (Keir) Starmer support genocide, remember that”.

Tens of thousands of Pro-Palestinian protesters marched in London on Saturday (March 30) demanding an end to the war in Gaza. Footage shows police questioning two female protesters from the crowd, one of which was carrying a placard reading, “(Rishi) Sunak + (Keir) Starmer support genocide, remember that”. When asked by a journalist why she was being questioned by the police, the woman replied, "They (the police) can't tell me. Apparently, it's a public order offence under Section 5." Footage shows her being taken by police into a police van. At least 32,705 Palestinians have been killed and 75,190 injured in Israel's military offensive on Gaza since Oct. 7, the Gaza health ministry said on Saturday. A three-ship convoy left a port in Cyprus on Saturday (March 30) to deliver essential aid supplies for Palestinians in Gaza amid raging war between Israel and Hamas. The convoy left with 400 tonnes of food and other supplies amid soaring concerns about hunger and potential famine in the blockaded Palestinians enclave. According to a statement by the World Central Kitchen, the ships are carrying ready-to-eat items like rice, pasta, flour, legumes, canned vegetables and proteins that were enough to prepare more than 1 million meals, Associated Press reported.

Thousands march in London to demand ceasefire in Gaza

A report says the US has authorized the transfer of billions of dollars worth of bombs and fighter jets to Israel. This comes even as Washington publicly expresses concerns about an anticipated Israeli military offensive in Rafah.

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Israel's Supreme Court on Thursday (Mar 28) ordered the country's government to stop funding religious schools whose students don't follow Israel's mandatory military service. This comes as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asked the top court to defer by 30 days a deadline that gave his government until March 31 to come up with a new military conscription plan.&nbsp;

The plan is intended to address mainstream anger at exemptions granted to ultra-Orthodox Jews.

The favour of the ultra-Orthodox population — approximately 13 per cent of Israel's population — is important for Netanyahu. Two ultra-Orthodox parties have been coalition partners in successive Netanyahu-led governments, and the apex court's order can pose a serious threat to the PM's governing coalition.

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<h2>The conscription controversy</h2>

Israeli citizens are by law required to serve in the military and most Jewish men&nbsp;serve nearly three years in the military, followed by years of reserve duty, the women serve two mandatory years. &nbsp;

However, some citizens are exempt from this mandatory service. This includes ultra-Orthodox Jews (13 per cent of Israel's population) and the Arab minority (21 per cent of Israel's population).

While, as per Reuters, military conscriptions of ultra-Orthodox Haredi Jews is a decades-old controversy, it has become especially sensitive these days.&nbsp;

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Due to the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, the nation's armed forces, made up mostly of teenaged conscripts and older civilians mobilised for reserve duty, have been waging a nearly six-month-old war in the Gaza Strip.

Reuters reports that as per a senior Israeli official's estimates, only about five per cent of the nation's population was taking part in the Gaza war.&nbsp;

On Monday, a government-issued stay on mandatory conscription of the ultra-Orthodox will expire.

<h2>Ultra-Orthodox population reacts to Supreme Court order</h2>

Israel's ultra-Orthodox population has been demanding that their constituents be permitted to study in seminaries instead of serving in the military.&nbsp;

The two ultra-Orthodox parties — United Torah Judaism and Shas — in Netanyahu's religious-nationalist coalition, have strongly criticised the ruling, referring to it as a "mark of Cain".&nbsp;As per Reuters, they have pledged to fight for what they say is their constituents' "right" to remain in seminaries. However, as of now, they have not explicitly threatened to walk out of the government.

(With inputs from agencies)

Israel's Supreme Court on Thursday (Mar 28) ordered the country's government to stop funding religious schools whose students don't follow Israel's mandatory military service.

Israel's Supreme Court on Thursday (Mar 28) ordered the country's government to stop funding religious schools whose students don't follow Israel's mandatory military service. This comes as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asked the top court to defer by 30 days a deadline that gave his government until March 31 to come up with a new military conscription plan. The plan is intended to address mainstream anger at exemptions granted to ultra-Orthodox Jews. The favour of the ultra-Orthodox population — approximately 13 per cent of Israel's population — is important for Netanyahu. Two ultra-Orthodox parties have been coalition partners in successive Netanyahu-led governments, and the apex court's order can pose a serious threat to the PM's governing coalition. Also read | Israel cabinet minister Gantz threatens to quit if bill exempts ultra-Orthodox Jews from military service The conscription controversy Israeli citizens are by law required to serve in the military and most Jewish men serve nearly three years in the military, followed by years of reserve duty, the women serve two mandatory years. However, some citizens are exempt from this mandatory service. This includes ultra-Orthodox Jews (13 per cent of Israel's population) and the Arab minority (21 per cent of Israel's population). While, as per Reuters, military conscriptions of ultra-Orthodox Haredi Jews is a decades-old controversy, it has become especially sensitive these days. Also read | International Court of Justice orders Israel to address famine in Gaza, ensure unhindered supply of food Due to the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, the nation's armed forces, made up mostly of teenaged conscripts and older civilians mobilised for reserve duty, have been waging a nearly six-month-old war in the Gaza Strip. Reuters reports that as per a senior Israeli official's estimates, only about five per cent of the nation's population was taking part in the Gaza war. On Monday, a government-issued stay on mandatory conscription of the ultra-Orthodox will expire. Ultra-Orthodox population reacts to Supreme Court order Israel's ultra-Orthodox population has been demanding that their constituents be permitted to study in seminaries instead of serving in the military. The two ultra-Orthodox parties — United Torah Judaism and Shas — in Netanyahu's religious-nationalist coalition, have strongly criticised the ruling, referring to it as a "mark of Cain". As per Reuters, they have pledged to fight for what they say is their constituents' "right" to remain in seminaries. However, as of now, they have not explicitly threatened to walk out of the government. (With inputs from agencies)

Israel Supreme Court orders Netanyahu govt to halt funding for religious schools defying conscription

The Gaza authorities claimed on Tuesday that three Palestinians drowned while attempting to retrieve airdropped aid that had fallen into the Mediterranean, the latest incident in which an airdrop appears to have resulted in death.

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Big news that just come in where judges at the International Court of Justice - where a case is being heard - have unanimously ordered the state of Israel to take all immediate and necessary steps to ensure that basic food and humanitarian aid.

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According to a Reuters report, Israeli soldiers have been posting photos and videos of themselves playing with lingerie found in Palestinian homes. The UN Human rights office spokesperson has said the posting of such images is demeaning to Palestinian women, and all women. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

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October 7 changed a lot for West Asia. Especially Israel and Gaza. The war in Gaza is still continuing but across the border - people living in the then-attacked kibbutz are still scared of returning home.

Israelis long to return home

In Lebanon, tensions with israel have dampened the ramadan spirit. There are traditional Lebanese events taking place in parts of the country. Music, dance and loads of food - but what's missing is true happiness and peace this Ramadan.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claims that victory over Hamas is close. Israel meanwhile is mulling its ground incursion into the cramped rafah territory that is sheltering over a million people. We break down how Israel risks losing allies if it continues with its gaza strategy.

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The newly appointed Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa formed a new cabinet on Thursday (Mar 28), in which he will also&nbsp;serve&nbsp;as the foreign minister, and called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza amid the ongoing war between Israel and Palestinian militant group Hamas.&nbsp;

<h2>Palestinian Authority’s new cabinet</h2>

The PA announced the formation of the new cabinet but said that President Mahmoud Abbas will continue to remain in overall control, according to the presidential decree.&nbsp;

Abbas approved the new government presented by the PM, which is set to take office, on Sunday (Mar 31).&nbsp;

Earlier this month, the Palestinian president, who has been in power for nearly two decades, appointed his longtime adviser, Mustafa as the PM replacing Mohammed Shtayyeh who, along with his government, resigned in February.&nbsp;

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Mustafa said that the new government’s “top national priority” would be the end of the war in Gaza, in his statement to the Palestinian president. He added that this would include a complete Israeli withdrawal from the enclave, reported Palestinian news agency Wafa.&nbsp;

His cabinet “will work on formulating visions to reunify the institutions, including assuming responsibility for Gaza,” said the Palestinian PM. &nbsp;

Mustafa had vowed to form a technocratic government and create an independent trust fund to help rebuild Gaza. The reforms also came amid international pressure to make changes in Abbas’ administration.&nbsp;

The Palestinian president has approved Mustafa’s cabinet which includes: financial expert Omar al-Bitar as finance minister; Muhamad al Amour, former president of the Palestinian Businessmen Association, as economy minister; Ziad Hab al-Reeh, ex-chief of the PA’s internal intelligence agency, as interior minister.&nbsp;

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At least five of the incoming 23 ministers are from Gaza, reported the Associated Press. However, it was not immediately clear if they were still in the territory.&nbsp;

The new PA government will also have a state minister for “relief affairs”. Mustafa will be replacing Riyad al-Maliki as the foreign minister, reported Wafa.

Notably, the Palestinian Authority has limited powers in parts of the Israeli-occupied West Bank. The Palestinian PM also noted the need to stop the “terrorism” by the Israeli settlers in the West Bank.&nbsp;

“In order to enable the launch of the recovery process and preparation for reconstruction, stop the aggression and settlement activities, and curb settlers' terrorism in the West Bank,” said Mustafa.&nbsp;

<h2>International calls for reform</h2>

Mustafa’s appointment as the PM had left Hamas fuming. The Palestinian militant group criticised the “unilateral” decision by Abbas saying that it was taken without consultation.&nbsp;

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Members from Abbas’ Fatah movement and Hamas met in Russia, last month, in a bid to end long-time divisions weakening Palestinian political aspirations.&nbsp;

In response, Fatah blamed Hamas for the state in which Gaza is today because it unilaterally carried out “the Oct 7 adventure.”&nbsp;

Over the years, international efforts to reconcile Hamas and Fatah have failed. The United States called for reform in the PA to administer post-war Gaza before eventually attaining statehood.&nbsp;

However, Israel has rejected the idea saying it wants to maintain an open-ended security control over Gaza.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) 
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The newly appointed Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa formed a new cabinet on Thursday (Mar 28), in which he will also serve as the foreign minister, and called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza amid the ongoing war between Israel and Palestinian militant group Hamas.

The newly appointed Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa formed a new cabinet on Thursday (Mar 28), in which he will also serve as the foreign minister, and called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza amid the ongoing war between Israel and Palestinian militant group Hamas. Palestinian Authority’s new cabinet The PA announced the formation of the new cabinet but said that President Mahmoud Abbas will continue to remain in overall control, according to the presidential decree. Abbas approved the new government presented by the PM, which is set to take office, on Sunday (Mar 31). Earlier this month, the Palestinian president, who has been in power for nearly two decades, appointed his longtime adviser, Mustafa as the PM replacing Mohammed Shtayyeh who, along with his government, resigned in February. WATCH | Israel-US meeting on Rafah offensive plans Mustafa said that the new government’s “top national priority” would be the end of the war in Gaza, in his statement to the Palestinian president. He added that this would include a complete Israeli withdrawal from the enclave, reported Palestinian news agency Wafa. His cabinet “will work on formulating visions to reunify the institutions, including assuming responsibility for Gaza,” said the Palestinian PM. Mustafa had vowed to form a technocratic government and create an independent trust fund to help rebuild Gaza. The reforms also came amid international pressure to make changes in Abbas’ administration. The Palestinian president has approved Mustafa’s cabinet which includes: financial expert Omar al-Bitar as finance minister; Muhamad al Amour, former president of the Palestinian Businessmen Association, as economy minister; Ziad Hab al-Reeh, ex-chief of the PA’s internal intelligence agency, as interior minister. Also Read | Ukraine claims it downed 26 drones in latest Russian strikes At least five of the incoming 23 ministers are from Gaza, reported the Associated Press. However, it was not immediately clear if they were still in the territory. The new PA government will also have a state minister for “relief affairs”. Mustafa will be replacing Riyad al-Maliki as the foreign minister, reported Wafa. Notably, the Palestinian Authority has limited powers in parts of the Israeli-occupied West Bank. The Palestinian PM also noted the need to stop the “terrorism” by the Israeli settlers in the West Bank. “In order to enable the launch of the recovery process and preparation for reconstruction, stop the aggression and settlement activities, and curb settlers' terrorism in the West Bank,” said Mustafa. International calls for reform Mustafa’s appointment as the PM had left Hamas fuming. The Palestinian militant group criticised the “unilateral” decision by Abbas saying that it was taken without consultation. Also Read | Who is Mohammad Mustafa, the new prime minister of Palestinian Authority? Members from Abbas’ Fatah movement and Hamas met in Russia, last month, in a bid to end long-time divisions weakening Palestinian political aspirations. In response, Fatah blamed Hamas for the state in which Gaza is today because it unilaterally carried out “the Oct 7 adventure.” Over the years, international efforts to reconcile Hamas and Fatah have failed. The United States called for reform in the PA to administer post-war Gaza before eventually attaining statehood. However, Israel has rejected the idea saying it wants to maintain an open-ended security control over Gaza. (With inputs from agencies)

Palestinian Authority PM announces new cabinet, calls for immediate ceasefire in Gaza

Israel has asked the White House to reschedule a high-level meeting on military plans for Gaza's southern city of Rafah that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had abruptly canceled, officials said on Wednesday, in an apparent bid to ease tensions between the two allies.

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At least five people were killed and 10 were injured in the Al Shati camp in Gaza after airdropped aid packages fell on them. This is just the latest in a series of incidents involving deaths during aid deliveries in the Palestinian enclave.

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A day after the UN Security Council adopted a resolution calling for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza, Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh travelled to Iran, where he expressed gratitude for the support provided by Tehran. Celebrating the UNSC resolution, Haniyeh said that Israel had "failed to achieve any of its military or strategic goals" in Gaza.

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One of the Israeli airstrikes killed 11 people in Rafah, raising new fear among the more than a million people sheltering in the last refuge on the southern edge of the Gaza Strip that a long-threatened ground assault could be coming.

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Tragedy struck off the coast of Gaza on Tuesday, as 12&nbsp;people drowned while attempting to reach aid dropped by a plane on a beach. Palestinian health authorities reported the incident, highlighting the desperate situation faced by many amid fears of famine, which have intensified nearly six months into Israel's military campaign.

<h2>Video footage shows the desperation of Gazans</h2>

As per Reuters, video footage obtained by it bears witness to the chaotic scene as crowds rushed towards crates with parachutes floating down to Beit Lahia beach in north Gaza.&nbsp;

The footage, which because of its sensitive nature has not been added to this report, shows people standing in deep water and bodies being pulled onto the sand.

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It also revealed that the aid was marked with Arabic writing over an American flag, indicating its origin.

<h2>'Why are they doing this to us?' asks one Gazan</h2>

As per Reuters, tragically, one man lost his life while attempting to procure food for his children. In the video, another man could be seen trying to revive him when a voice in the background says, "It's over".

"He swam to get food for his children and he was martyred," revealed a man standing on the beach.

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"They should deliver aid through the (overland) crossings. Why are they doing this to us?" he added.

Meanwhile, in Washington, the Pentagon revealed that three of the 18 bundles of aid airdropped into Gaza on Monday experienced parachute malfunctions and fell into the water. However, they failed to confirm whether anyone was killed in the attempt to reach the aid.

The airdrop, intended to alleviate the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza, is the latest in a series of incidents involving deaths during aid delivery in the densely populated enclave. &nbsp;

Watch |&nbsp;Gaza's hungry civilians forced to eat wild plant with no aid relief in sight

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The incident has sparked questions about the effectiveness and safety of aid delivery methods, with aid agencies calling for increased supplies to enter Gaza through land crossings.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has urged Israel to give an "ironclad commitment" for unfettered aid access to Gaza, describing the current situation as a "moral outrage".&nbsp;However, Israel maintains that it imposes no limits on humanitarian aid entering Gaza and blames inefficiencies in distribution on UN agencies.

(With inputs from agencies)

Tragedy struck off the coast of Gaza on Tuesday, as 12 people drowned while attempting to reach aid dropped by a plane on a beach. Palestinian health authorities reported the incident, highlighting the desperate situation faced by many amid fears of famine, which have intensified nearly six months into Israel's military campaign.

Tragedy struck off the coast of Gaza on Tuesday, as 12 people drowned while attempting to reach aid dropped by a plane on a beach. Palestinian health authorities reported the incident, highlighting the desperate situation faced by many amid fears of famine, which have intensified nearly six months into Israel's military campaign. Video footage shows the desperation of Gazans As per Reuters, video footage obtained by it bears witness to the chaotic scene as crowds rushed towards crates with parachutes floating down to Beit Lahia beach in north Gaza. The footage, which because of its sensitive nature has not been added to this report, shows people standing in deep water and bodies being pulled onto the sand. Also read | Gaza war: 19 Palestinians ‘killed by IDF’ while waiting for aid; Israel denies claims It also revealed that the aid was marked with Arabic writing over an American flag, indicating its origin. 'Why are they doing this to us?' asks one Gazan As per Reuters, tragically, one man lost his life while attempting to procure food for his children. In the video, another man could be seen trying to revive him when a voice in the background says, "It's over". "He swam to get food for his children and he was martyred," revealed a man standing on the beach. Also read | UNSC passes resolution demanding ‘immediate ceasefire’ in Gaza during Ramadan; US abstains from voting "They should deliver aid through the (overland) crossings. Why are they doing this to us?" he added. Meanwhile, in Washington, the Pentagon revealed that three of the 18 bundles of aid airdropped into Gaza on Monday experienced parachute malfunctions and fell into the water. However, they failed to confirm whether anyone was killed in the attempt to reach the aid. The airdrop, intended to alleviate the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza, is the latest in a series of incidents involving deaths during aid delivery in the densely populated enclave. Watch | Gaza's hungry civilians forced to eat wild plant with no aid relief in sight The incident has sparked questions about the effectiveness and safety of aid delivery methods, with aid agencies calling for increased supplies to enter Gaza through land crossings. UN Secretary-General António Guterres has urged Israel to give an "ironclad commitment" for unfettered aid access to Gaza, describing the current situation as a "moral outrage". However, Israel maintains that it imposes no limits on humanitarian aid entering Gaza and blames inefficiencies in distribution on UN agencies. (With inputs from agencies)

Gaza humanitarian crisis deepens, 12 drown trying to reach US aid airdropped onto a beach

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Here, we bring you the news that is trending across WION's social media platforms- US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Tuesday it was a moral and strategic imperative to protect Palestinian civilians in the war between Israel and Hamas and that the humanitarian catastrophe in besieged Gaza was getting worse.

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Israel's military spokesman says Hamas deputy military commander Marwan Issa was killed earlier this month in an Israeli attack on the Gaza Strip. Watch in for more details!

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It's safe to say that the rift is widening between Israel and the United States after the five-month-long Israel-Hamas War. Israel has had near-full White House support to its goals of destroying Hamas and recovering the hostages but now Israel's closest ally the US is suggesting that the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is trying to manufacture a crisis in Israel.

Biden's stance over Gaza war changed?

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Relations between President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sank to a wartime low on Monday with the US allowing passage of a Gaza ceasefire resolution at the United Nations and drawing a sharp rebuke from the Israeli leader.

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