At least seven Palestinians were martyred in ongoing Israeli strikes across Gaza since last night, despite a ceasefire agreement. Medical sources reported casualties in central and western Gaza, including women and children. Israel also continues to block humanitarian aid from entering the enclave.
The AIPAC-linked United Democracy Project Super PAC reported over $95 million on hand ahead of the 2026 midterms, after raising $62 million in late 2025. The group has used its resources to target Democratic candidates critical of Israel, as polls show growing support for Palestinians among Democratic voters.
Leqaa Kordia, a Palestinian woman detained by US immigration authorities since March, was hospitalized after a medical episode. Arrested for participating in pro-Palestine protests, rights advocates are demanding her immediate release amid criticism over violations of her religious and human rights.
Doctors Without Borders warned that banning its operations in Gaza could cut a vital lifeline, as it provides 20% of beds, one-third of births, and 800,000 consultations a year. Israel’s decision followed the group’s refusal to submit its local staff list. Over 15 MSF staff members have been killed since the war began in October 2023.
A new report revealed that the Trump administration deported Palestinians using private jets owned by Israeli-American Trump ally Michael Dezer. The deportees were shackled throughout the flights, which refueled in several countries. Irish parliament members condemned allowing a stop in Shannon. One deportee said they were left near a West Bank checkpoint without help.
A Republican Senator from Louisiana asked NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani to explain his civil rights policy on antisemitism after revoking pro-Israel executive orders. In a letter, he posed six questions about defining antisemitism, protecting Jewish students, and Mamdani’s stance on BDS, warning of potential loss of federal funding.
Opposition to Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit to Australia is growing, as legal groups urge federal police to arrest a delegate over alleged Gaza war crimes. Human rights organizations also demand Herzog be investigated for allegedly inciting genocide.
Khaled Mashal rejected calls to disarm Palestinians under Israeli occupation, warning they aim to render them vulnerable rather than protected civilians. Speaking at Al Jazeera Forum in Doha, he emphasized discussions on arms must involve international mediators and be based on guarantees instead of Israeli blackmail.
