Hundreds demonstrate against the arrival of Israeli cruise passengers in Rhodes, voicing solidarity with Palestine amid tight security and arrests

Ongoing war in Gaza, expansion of Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, and statements by Israeli officials about potential annexation of the territory have fueled concerns that the window for a viable Palestinian state may be closing

The Israeli military had intercepted the vessel en route to the besieged enclave, detaining its crew, which included activists, journalists and two members of the French political party La France Insoumise.

The development follows months of international pressure and urgent warnings from aid organizations about an escalating famine in the Palestinian enclave.

A few hundred pro-Palestine protesters prevented Israeli tourists from disembarking on the Cyclades Island of Syros last week

Israel’s humanitarian strategy has involved bypassing the UN-led distribution system, instead using private American logistics and security firms to deliver supplies

Despite the unexpected nature of the strikes, the press secretary emphasized that the president maintains “a good working relationship” with Netanyahu and remains in frequent contact with the Israeli leader

Truce follows Israeli airstrikes and intense fighting in Syria’s Sweida province, where over 300 have been killed in sectarian clashes

The incident has drawn strong international criticism. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni issued a written statement denouncing the escalating violence in the region

As of Tuesday, SOHR reported a total of 203 fatalities since fighting erupted on Sunday. This includes 92 Druze—21 of whom were civilians reportedly executed by forces affiliated with Syria’s Defense and Interior Ministries—93 pro-government fighters, and 18 Bedouins

Complicating the picture further, The Times of Israel reports that Prime Minister Netanyahu has pledged to far-right Economy Minister Bezalel Smotrich that the conflict will resume after a planned 60-day ceasefire period

The Gaza Health Ministry reported that the death toll since the war began in October 2023 has surpassed 58,000, with 139 deaths recorded in the last 24 hours

The Israeli leader warned that if these conditions are not met within 60 days of negotiations, his government will pursue its objectives by other means—specifically, through continued military action

Since late 2023, Houthi forces have targeted numerous ships off the coast of Yemen, claiming to act in solidarity with Palestinians amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza

Israel's ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon, publicly praised Rubio for the decision, accusing Albanese of leading a “relentless, biased campaign” against both Israel and the US

Greek Deputy Prime Minister Kostis Hatzidakis, when asked about the project during a weekend forum, refrained from giving a direct answer but struck a cautiously optimistic tone

Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa suggested the deteriorating conditions are part of a broader strategy. "They are doing everything they can to make life extremely difficult for our people," he said

The UN expert presented a report listing over 60 companies alleged to be involved in supporting Israeli settlements and military operations in Gaza

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar urged not to miss the opportunity for hostage release, emphasizing that a large majority in government and public opinion supports the plan

While no casualties or damage have been reported in the latest launch, the escalation underscores the fragility of security across the region and the potential for further confrontations