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Israeli cabinet to discuss ceasefire's next phase
Jerusalem, Feb 10: Israel's cabinet will convene on Tuesday to discuss the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire, a spokesperson for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in a statement on Monday.
Saudi Arabia slams Netanyahu's suggestion to establish Palestinian state on its land
Riyadh, February 10: Saudi Arabia has condemned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's suggestion that the kingdom's land be used to establish a Palestinian state, Al Jazeera reported on Sunday.
Israel expands West Bank operation, raids Nur Shams refugee camp
Jerusalem, Feb 9: Israeli forces expanded their military operation in the occupied West Bank on Sunday, launching a raid in the Nur Shams refugee camp, a military spokesperson said.
Egypt to host emergency Arab summit on Palestine on Feb 27
Cairo, Feb 9: Egypt announced on Sunday that Cairo will host an emergency Arab summit on February 27 to address the latest developments concerning the Palestinian issue and the Gaza Strip, the Egyptian Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
UN chief speaks out against 'ethnic cleansing' in context of Trump plan to clear Gaza
United Nations, Feb 6: United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has spoken out against "ethnic cleansing" in Gaza after US President Donald Trump suggested ousting Palestinians living there to neighbouring countries.
France denounces Trump's plans to take over Gaza Strip
Paris, Feb 5: France on Wednesday affirmed its opposition to any forced displacement of Gaza's Palestinian population, in the wake of remarks made by US President Donald Trump that he plans to take over the Gaza Strip and redevelop it after Palestinians are relocated elsewhere.
Unacceptable, absurd: World reacts to Donald Trump's plan of US taking over Gaza
Washington, DC, February 5: World has reacted to US President Donald Trump's announcement that United States will "take over" Gaza Strip, dismantle dangerous weapons, get rid of the destroyed buildings and work for economic development of the area. Calling Trump's plan "ridiculous and absurd," senior Hamas official Sami Abu Zuhri said they consider the plan a "recipe for generating chaos and tenison in the region."
Trump to pull US from UN Human Rights Council, stop relief agency funding: Report
Washington DC, February 4: US President Donald Trump is anticipated to sign an executive order on Tuesday, formally withdrawing the United States from the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) and prohibiting future funding for the UN relief agency UNRWA, Politico reported, citing an official document.
Shocking West Bank scenes undermine Gaza ceasefire agreement: UNRWA
Ramallah, Feb 4: The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) warned that the "shocking scenes in the West Bank undermine the ceasefire reached in Gaza and risk a new escalation."
US, Egyptian presidents discuss Gaza ceasefire over phone
Cairo, Feb 2: Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi received a phone call from US President Donald Trump, having "a positive discussion" on the ongoing Israel-Hamas ceasefire in the Gaza Strip brokered by the two countries and Qatar, said the Egyptian presidency.
Egyptians rally near Rafah crossing against displacement of Palestinians
Cairo, Jan 31: Thousands of people gathered on Friday near the Egyptian side of the Rafah crossing, the only channel linking Egypt with the Gaza Strip, to express opposition to the displacement of Palestinians.
Israel violates UN Convention on Privileges and Immunities: UNRWA
Gaza City, January 26: The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) stated today that Israel's decision to halt the agency's activities in occupied Jerusalem and demand the evacuation of all buildings it occupies by the end of this month contravenes international law obligations for UN member states, including Israel, which is bound by the UN General Convention on Privileges and Immunities.
Netanyahu denies Palestinian Authority's control over Rafah crossing
Jerusalem, Jan 22: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denied on Wednesday media reports claiming that Israel has allowed the Palestinian Authority (PA) to manage the Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt.
Hope President Trump can play role to reach peace, stability in region, says Palestinian Charge D'affaires Abu Jazer
New Delhi, January 22: Abed Elrazeg Abu Jazer, Charge D'affaires of the Palestine Embassy in India, spoke on Tuesday about the role US President Donald Trump can play in bringing lasting peace and stability in West Asia.
India never leaves Palestinians when they need help, says Palestinian Charge D'affaires Abu Jazer
New Delhi, January 21: Abed Elrazeg Abu Jazer, Charge D'affaires of the Palestine Embassy in India, spoke on Tuesday about the longstanding ties India and Palestine share and expressed confidence in India's capabilities of leading humanitarian assistance for Gaza. He outlined several areas where Indian aid can be of assistance for the people of Gaza.
Palestine ready to assume full responsibility in Gaza: President Mahmoud Abbas
Ramallah, January 18: Following the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, President Mahmoud Abbas called for a full Israeli withdrawal from the Gaza Strip, stating that Palestine is ready to "assume full responsibility" in Gaza.
Looking to see Indian flag in Gaza...: Palestine envoy hopeful of India's important role in providing assistance
New Delhi, January 16: The Charge d'affaires of the Palestinian Embassy to India, Abed Elrazeg Abu Jazer, on Thursday said that India can play an "important role" in facilitating humanitarian assistance for the people of Gaza following the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas after over an year of intense conflict.
Israeli PM approves measures in West Bank after deadly shooting
Jerusalem, Jan 7: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that he had approved "offensive and defensive" measures in the Israeli-occupied West Bank following a deadly shooting attack.