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Over 2,000 Britons Served in Israeli Army During Gaza War

A report reveals that over 2,000 Britons served in the Israeli army during its assault on Gaza, which resulted in the martyrdom of more than 72,000 Palestinians. Legal concerns have been raised about British nationals’ involvement in serious violations of international law, with mounting pressure on the UK government to investigate and act.

Arab & World

Labor Members Condemn Police Crackdown on Protest Against Herzog’s Visit to Sydney

Australian Labor members condemned police repression of a Sydney protest against Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit, accusing New South Wales authorities of eroding civil liberties. Complaints included excessive force used against protesters, including Muslims praying. Human rights activists also called for an investigation into Herzog’s alleged incitement to genocide.

Gaza

Only 488 Palestinians Cross Rafah Crossing Since Partial Reopening

Gaza’s Government Media Office reported that only 488 Palestinians crossed the Rafah border in both directions since its partial reopening on February 2 amid strict restrictions. A severe medical crisis has led to over 1,268 deaths due to the crossing’s closure, with urgent evacuations needed to save thousands of critically ill patients.

Sports

New Political Action Committee Challenges AIPAC’s Influence in U.S. Congress

PAL PAC was launched to counter AIPAC’s influence in Congress, focusing on supporting Palestinian civil rights and ending Israeli occupation. The launch coincided with a visit to Washington by Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, who faces war crime accusations. The group endorsed four Democratic congresswomen advocating for Palestinian rights.

Gaza

Israeli Army Announces Assassination of Beit Hanoun Sniper Unit Leader Ahmad Swailem

This week, the Israeli army announced the assassination of Ahmad Hassan Swailem, leader of the sniper unit in the Beit Hanoun Battalion of Al-Qassam Brigades. Swailem, a father who lost his wife and three daughters in an earlier strike, was killed in a Gaza City air raid along with another Palestinian and a child. He was accused of leading attacks that killed and wounded 14 Israeli soldiers in 2025.

Arab & World

Netanyahu Flies Through Canadian Airspace Again on Route to Washington

Flight tracking sites showed Netanyahu flew hundreds of kilometers through Canadian airspace en route to meet Trump, despite Canada’s prior commitment to enforce the ICC arrest warrant. This is the second time in two months his official aircraft flew over Canada. Netanyahu avoided Spain and Slovenia, while France allowed the flight.