Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has called for the admission of Palestine as a full member state. He stated that the process “must be completed as soon as possible, on an equal footing with other states.”

Spain's Sanchez demands UN membership for Palestine, slams ‘barbarism’ in Gaza

United Nations: French President Emmanuel Macron officially recognised a Palestinian state, joined by five other leaders, at a high-level summit ahead of the annual United Nations General Assembly in New York.


UN: "Time Has Come': France Formally Recognises Palestinian State 

Palestinians fled south along a coastal road in central Gaza on Monday. They carried their belongings as Israeli strikes continued in Gaza City. A day earlier, Israeli forces blew up residential buildings, killing at least 31 people. The strikes caused more civilians to flee the area.


Israel-Gaza War: Israeli Airstrikes Hit Gaza Killing 6 | Palestinians Flee Gaza City

Trump calls October 7 attack ‘genocide at the highest level’

Ahead of the start of the annual united nations general assembly (UNGA) session next week that will see many western countries recognising the "state of Palestine", the Palestinian ambassador to India, Abdallah M. Abu Shawesh, speaking to WION's Sidhant Sibal, said, "'we expect western countries to recognise us, they came late. UK came very late" but added, "but recognition is important step'. Many western countries like France, UK, Canada, Australia have announced that they will recognise the Palestinian state during the week of the 80th UN General Assembly (UNGA) session that begins on September 22nd, coinciding with the "2 state solution conference", co chaired by Saudi Arabia and France. Watch the full video to know more on this!


Palestine ambassador speaks to WION ahead of UNGA session

The Arab-Islamic summit concluded without consensus, exposing sharp divisions among member states. Attention now shifts to the UN General Assembly, where discussions on the two-state solution are set to intensify.


UN General Assembly to take up two-state solution talks 

Israel has systematically bombed homes, residential towers, hospitals, and shelters in Gaza City, killing dozens of Palestinians and forcibly displacing thousands of others. This is what Israel has done in the past 24 hours alone.



Israel-Gaza War: Israeli Strikes More Buildings In Gaza City

The PLO has launched a disarmament campaign in Lebanon’s refugee camps, facing resistance from Hamas and Islamic Jihad factions. Over 220,000 refugees are affected as authorities aim to restore control and reduce armed conflicts within the camps.


Lebanon: PLO begins disarmament push amid Hamas and Islamic Jihad resistance

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu said on Saturday that getting rid of Hamas chiefs living in Qatar would remove the main obstacle to releasing all hostages and ending the war in Gaza.


Israel-Hamas war: Netanyahu claims Hamas leaders in Qatar blocking ceasefire attempts

The United Nations General Assembly has voted in favour of a peaceful settlement of the Palestine issue and implementation of a two-state solution, but without Hamas. The resolution, known as the 'New York declaration', was approved by a majority of 142 countries in favour, 10 against, and 12 abstaining.


UN officials condemn worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, support Palestine's statehood 

India was among the 142 countries that voted in favour of the declaration, while 10 countries voted against it and 12 decided to abstain from voting.


India votes in favour as UNGA adopts resolution backing two-state solution on Palestine

Israel Strikes Qatar: President Trump voiced strong displeasure over Israel’s strike on Doha, calling himself “very unhappy about every aspect of it.”


Israel strikes Qatar: Saudi Arabia and Jordan denounce Israeli attacks 

Pro-Palestinian protesters confronted former President Donald Trump during a dinner outing in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday night (September 9), chanting slogans including “Free Palestine” and “Trump is the Hitler of our time” before being escorted out. The location was verified by Reuters through visual matches with file imagery, and the date was confirmed through metadata analysis. The incident adds to the growing wave of U.S. protests linked to the Israel–Palestine conflict.

Trump heckled with ‘Free Palestine’ chants at D.C. restaurant

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he ordered the strikes targeting Hamas leaders in Doha on Tuesday, following a deadly shooting in Jerusalem a day earlier claimed by the Palestinian militant group. Qatar, which has been a key mediator in efforts to broker a truce in Gaza, said Israeli strikes targeted the homes of several members of Hamas's political bureau residing in the Gulf country, , where the militant group's senior leadership is based.


Israel-Hamas war: Netanyahu says he ordered strikes in response to shooting in Jerusalem

Tunisian authorities have denied claims that a Gaza-bound aid flotilla carrying pro-Palestinian activists, including Greta Thunberg, was attacked by a drone near Sidi Bou Said. Organisers allege an incendiary device caused a fire on the vessel, while Tunisia’s national guard says no drone was detected. Investigations are ongoing amid rising tensions surrounding aid efforts to Gaza.

Tunisia denies Drone strike on Gaza flotilla carrying Greta Thunberg 

More than 425 people have been arrested at a demonstration against the government's ban of the campaign group Palestine Action.

Hundreds gathered in Parliament Square in central London to oppose the group's proscription, some holding placards that read: "I oppose genocide, I support Palestine Action."

UK: London police arrest 425 people for backing Palestine action group 

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserted that Israel’s war against Hamas “must end in Gaza,” calling the conflict a pivotal and decisive stage. Speaking at an event marking the legalization of West Bank settlements, he vowed to defeat Hamas completely, reclaim hostages, and ensure Gaza no longer poses a threat to Israel. Netanyahu also cited broader regional wins over Iran's influence and solidarity with Russian allies.


Israel-Hamas war: IDF claims senior operative Hazem Awni Naeem eliminated 

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to worsen, with the death toll surpassing 63,371. Around 660,000 children have been deprived of schooling, and essential services remain severely disrupted.

Gaza Crisis: Over 63,000 Dead, Education Disrupted for Thousands

The United States said on Friday it will not allow Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas to travel to New York next month for a United Nations gathering of world leaders, where several U.S. allies are set to recognize Palestine as a state.



Israel-Gaza War: US Bars Palestinian Leader Abbas From UN Meet, Israel Hails Move | WION

The United States said on Friday it will not allow Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas to travel to New York next month for a United Nations gathering of world leaders, where several U.S. allies are set to recognize Palestine as a state.


US Bars Palestinian Leader Abbas From UN Meet | Israel Hails Move by Trump Administration | WION

At least 58 Palestinians, including a 13-year-old child, were wounded after Israeli forces raided Ramallah and el-Bireh in the occupied West Bank. Live fire, rubber bullets, and tear gas were used during the operation, which saw Israeli snipers take rooftop positions and troops storm civilian areas, including a market and currency exchange shop. Tensions remain high amid ongoing military actions across Palestinian territories.

Israeli forces wound 58 Palestinians, including child, in raid on Ramallah and El-Bireh

#GRAVITAS | A Palestinian beauty queen will compete in the Miss Universe pageant this year as the competition’s first Miss Palestine. Determined to be 'voice of Palestine', she will compete an Israeli beauty at the forum. Watch this video to find out more.

Palestinian, Israeli beauties to face off at Miss Universe

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz approved the IDF takeover of Gaza City plan on Wednesday, naming the operation "Gideon's Chariots II."

Israel-Hamas war: Israel's 'Gaza City takeover' plan goes ahead

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz approved the IDF takeover of Gaza City plan on Wednesday, naming the operation "Gideon's Chariots II."


Israel-Hamas war: Israeli Defence Minister approves 'takeover' plan submitted by IDF chief

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