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Dozens of artists joined doctors and humanitarian organizations in calling for the immediate restoration of medical care in Gaza, as Israel continues to block aid and entry of medical personnel. A letter to Israeli and world leaders stated that Israel’s attacks collapsed Gaza’s healthcare system and that denial of aid is part of a genocidal campaign.
Israel’s Channel 14 reported that foreign actors are arming Iranian protesters with firearms, resulting in hundreds of deaths. Iranian officials accused Israel and the U.S. of inciting the unrest, while Trump encouraged Iranians to keep protesting. Iran accused the U.S. of provoking violence and warned against foreign intervention.
A Haaretz report states that the US may fund a new armored vehicle plant in Israel, costing up to $2 billion using American military aid. The project aims to accelerate production of Merkava tanks and Namer and Eitan APCs, citing losses from the Gaza assault and Lebanon war, while both governments have declined to confirm funding plans.
Leaked emails revealed that Jeffrey Epstein arranged meetings between former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak and UAE billionaire Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, and exposed longstanding intelligence and business ties between Israel and the UAE. The emails also mentioned investment attempts and private communications dating back to 2007.
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado gave her Nobel Peace Prize medal to President Donald Trump, calling it recognition of his dedication to her country’s freedom, weeks after the US abducted President Nicolás Maduro. While Trump expressed gratitude, he refused to endorse her as the new leader. Meanwhile, the US continues asserting control over Venezuela’s oil sector.
US President Donald Trump announced the formation of the Gaza Peace Council to oversee the second phase of the US-backed Gaza plan, pledging to dismantle Hamas with support from Egypt, Turkey, and Qatar. International figures were appointed to lead governance and security, while the plan faces criticism as a colonial mandate.
