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Former Israeli PM Ehud Olmert says his country is committing war crimes

Leader from 2006 to 2009 says Palestinian victims are at ‘monstrous proportions’ and Netanyahu heads a ‘criminal gang’

The Guardian - UK

Why Israeli politician’s ‘killing babies’ remark has sparked a domestic outcry

The comments were unusual in Israel because of their focus on Palestinian civilians

The Independent UK

‘No flour, no food, no water’: Israel continues to pound Gaza as aid still struggles to get through

The Israeli military continued its renewed attack on Gaza overnight on Tuesday, killing at least 82, including a week-old baby and several women, Gaza’s hospital officials said

The Independent UK

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First Thing: Israel ‘very close’ to committing war crimes, says former PM

Ehud Olmert’s statement comes as UN says Israel still blocking aid to Gaza. Plus, almost half a billion young people ‘will be obese or overweight by 2030’

The Guardian - UK

Israel-Gaza war: Netanyahu says all of Gaza will be under Israel’s control by end of offensive – as it happened

PM gives news conference, saying Israel is prepared for an opportunity for a temporary ceasefire and hostage release deal

The Guardian - AU

A bicycle, pencil sharpener, 300lb of raw meat: US presidential gifts and the rules governing them

Reports that Donald Trump’s administration is planning to accept a jet valued at $400m from Qatar have raised ethical questions over gifts from foreign leaders

The Guardian - AU

Israel and the Palestinians: The Road to 7th October review – deserves nothing but praise

Sobering but compelling, the latest powerhouse documentary from Norma Percy spans decades, speaks to everyone that matters – and proves to be vital viewing

The Guardian - UK

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Can Trump actually carry out his bombshell plan to seize Gaza Strip?

Trump said the U.S. could take ‘long-term ownership’ of Gaza but there are many obstacles he would have to overcome to make it a reality

The Independent UK

Cutting off Unrwa would deeply harm Israel’s reputation, says UK minister

Hamish Falconer says legislation under consideration by Knesset is ‘neither in Israel’s interest nor realistic’

The Guardian - UK

How Netanyahu weathered the storm in the year since Hamas attacked

Despite deep unpopularity outside his rightwing base, Israel’s leader continues to use war and political divisions to his advantage

The Guardian - UK

Former Israeli PM Olmert Calls For Diplomatic Approach In Lebanon

Former Israeli PM Olmert's perspective on Lebanon and Gaza conflicts, emphasizing strategic coordination and reevaluation of military actions.

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Ex-Palestinian FM expects no progress in Gaza war 'as long as Netanyahu is there'

FRANCE 24 spoke to Nasser al-Qudwa, a former Palestinian foreign minister and nephew of the late Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat, about the war in Gaza, which is now in its 12th month. Qudwa said that Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and his government "doesn't give a damn about international law".…

France 24

Israeli Political Landscape Shifts Away From Two-State Solution

Ehud Olmert raises concerns over declining support for a two-state solution in Israel and advocates for renewed discussions despite political shifts.

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Israeli Prime Minister Rejects Deal With Hamas

Negotiations between Israel and Hamas face uncertainty as former PM Olmert proposes a new plan for conflict resolution.

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Israeli ex-PM Olmert says Netanyahu ultimately to blame for death of hostages

In an interview with FRANCE 24, former Israeli prime minister Ehud Olmert said Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu was ultimately to blame for the shocking death of six more hostages in Gaza over the weekend. Israel says the six hostages were "brutally murdered by Hamas terrorists", something the group denies. "They…

The Guardian - UK

With Israel’s attack on Lebanon, the prospect of peace is moving even further out of reach

Both Netanyahu and Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar gain from stoking the fires of war, says the Observer’s foreign affairs commentator Simon Tisdall

The Conversation

Record Israeli land grab fuels already soaring tension in the West Bank

Israel has reportedly approved its largest seizure of land in the occupied West Bank in over three decades, according to a report released on July 3 by Israeli anti-settlement watchdog, Peace Now. The seizure involves more than 12 sq km of land in a key corridor bordering Jordan.

The Conversation

Gaza: what ceasefire negotiations tell us about how each side judges its progress in the war

In all conflicts, the period preceding a ceasefire agreement is the most dangerous, as each side tries to gain the best military position before the fighting ends. The long, drawn out negotiations aimed at bringing a halt to the war in Gaza are no exception.

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Former Israeli PM Urges Restraint In Response To Iran

Former Israeli PM Olmert advises against military retaliation post Iran attacks, emphasizing de-escalation and peace.

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Former Israeli PM Olmert Criticizes Netanyahu's Personal Interests In Gaza

Former Israeli PM Olmert criticizes current PM Netanyahu for prioritizing personal interests over national interests, predicting his confrontational approa...

The Guardian - UK

In 2008, we were inches from peace in the Middle East. I believe it’s still within our grasp

It may seem impossible to seek a deal amid war. But the consequences of not doing so are too painful to contemplate, says former UK PM Gordon Brown

France 24

Israel must revive 'two-state solution', former PM Ehud Olmert tells FRANCE 24

In an interview with FRANCE 24, Israel's former prime minister Ehud Olmert (2006-2009) said he believes Israel will be able to eliminate Hamas's military capabilities in Gaza, but he expressed regret at Palestinian civilian casualties from the Israeli offensive and stressed that time for the operation was "limited". Olmert said…

The Guardian - AU

ABC calls for apology after Bronwyn Bishop tells Sky the public broadcaster is ‘aligning’ itself with Nazi policies

Former Howard government minister tells Sharri Markson the ABC is ‘aligning themselves with policies in place with national socialism during world war two’

France 24

From 1947 to 2023: Retracing the complex, tragic Israeli-Palestinian conflict

The Israeli-Palestinian conflict was reignited once again on October 7 after a surprise offensive launched by Hamas against Israel. In retaliation, Israel ordered air strikes and a "complete siege" of the Gaza Strip, the Hamas-run Palestinian enclave. This is a new deadly episode in a conflict that has its roots…

Zenger

Israel Supreme Court Hearing Ends Without Decision On Prime Minister Recusal Law

Supreme Court justices yet to rule on petitions challenging amendment granting government authority to declare PM unfit

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