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Fragile Gaza ceasefire buckles under new attacks

Hamas denies US allegations as Israel launches fresh airstrikes, closes crossings, and mediation efforts scramble to preserve a fragile truce.

Ceasefire prompts cautious celebration in Gaza as aid groups brace for...

Palestinian civilians and humanitarian workers express relief and skepticism after Trump announces Israel and Hamas have signed the first phase of a peace plan.

Scholars say Israel is committing genocide in Gaza

Scholars’ group cites mass civilian killings, starvation, and official incitement as evidence, while Israel and the United States reject the genocide label.

US bombs used in deadly strike on Gaza tent city, dozens...

The attack, which Israel claims was aimed at Hamas militants, has drawn sharp criticism for the civilian casualties, especially since the bombs used were reportedly supplied by the United States.

Netanyahu’s assassination of Hamas leader sparks fears of escalating conflict

Political motives behind the killing of Ismail Haniyeh and the impact on cease-fire negotiations.

Global rights groups support ICC warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders...

Amnesty International hailed this move as “a crucial step toward justice.”

‘A watershed event’: ICC charges against Netanyahu first time court has...

The warrants for Israel’s top leaders, which must still be approved by a panel of ICC judges, are “a watershed event in the history of international justice,” says war crimes prosecutor Reed Brody.

ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Hamas leaders for...

The International Criminal Court’s chief prosecutor applies for arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, Defense Minister Gallant, and top Hamas leaders, charging them with war crimes and crimes against humanity from the October 7 attacks and ensuing Gaza conflict.

IDF issues evacuation order to 100,000 in Rafah as looming assault...

Israel Defense Forces order more than 100,000 Palestinians to evacuate Rafah ahead of an impending military offensive, despite warnings of humanitarian catastrophe.

Nations halt UNRWA funds amid shocking staff misconduct claims: Gaza’s lifeline...

The international community remains divided on the issue, with some nations like Norway and Ireland pledging to continue their support for UNRWA.

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The documents settle two lawsuits from survivors and responders who spent decades seeking them.
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Trump EPA proposes rule that would strip protection from most US streams and wetlands

Environmental groups say the rule would eliminate protection for most freshwater wetlands nationwide.
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Supreme Court blocks Missouri’s gerrymandered congressional map for second time

The order clears up dueling court fights just weeks before Missouri finalizes its November ballot.
The US Capitol, where Senator Bernie Sanders has convened a bipartisan briefing on AI risk for September 16. Photo: Martin Falbisoner, via Wikimedia Commons

Sanders brings AI risk researchers to a closed Senate briefing on AI danger

Geoffrey Hinton and two other AI risk researchers, but no tech executives, will address senators on September 16.