Palestine

Israeli jets strike Gaza —after Hamas offers truce

Israeli warplanes launched air-strikes on targets across the Gaza Strip, injuring at least 17 people including seven children—hours after Hamas pledged to commit to a truce if Israel stops bombarding the Strip.

Palestine

Gaza: Hamas offers truce if Israel ceases bombardment

Hamas’ armed wing announced that it would commit to a truce if Israel stops bombarding the Gaza Strip. However, the al-Qassam Brigades vowed to retaliate if Israel continues to attack the besieged enclave.

Palestine

Israel: Itamar massacre protests miss the point

Israeli cabinet minister Moshe Yaalon told thousands of mourners of the Itamar massacre victims: “The conflict is not about Israel’s borders, but a struggle for our existence.” Yet Itamar is outside Israel.

Palestine

Palestine: clashes as hundreds protest in Hebron

Israeli forces fired rubber-coated bullets at protesters in the West Bank city of Hebron, leaving at least nine injured. Protesters demanded a withdrawal of Israeli army troops from the city.

Palestine

Fatah calls for “day of rage” against US

Fatah leader Tawfik Tirawi called for a “day of rage” against the United States next Friday after the Obama administration blocked a UN resolution condemning Israeli settlements on the West Bank.