ISRAEL continues to attack the States of Palestine and Lebanon. What is the latest news about Israel’s brutal actions? Here are the latest updates from Israel’s wars in Gaza and Lebanon.
1. The death toll from the Israeli attack on Baalbek in eastern Lebanon has increased throughout Monday (28/10). The Lebanese government reported at least 60 people killed.
2. The Israeli Knesset votes overwhelmingly to ban UNRWA in the Gaza Strip, the occupied West Bank, and East Jerusalem. The vote came despite opposition from the UK and US.
UN officials condemned the vote and the Palestinian Authority said the Israeli Parliament’s actions reflected the country’s slide into fascism.
3. Palestinian prisoner Marwan Barghouti, along with other prisoners, was attacked by Israeli guards at Megiddo Prison in September, according to a statement from his office.
4. South Africa has submitted evidence to the International Court of Justice regarding the genocide committed by Israel in the Gaza Strip.
5. Israel denied a Channel 12 report that Israel and the US were discussing a 60-day ceasefire in Lebanon.
6. Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan spoke by telephone on Monday with his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araqchi.
7. Oil prices fell as a sign that the market believes Israel and Iran will try to defuse tensions that many fear will trigger an oil war.
8. At least two people died as a result of the Israeli attack on the Jabalia refugee camp. (MEE/Z-2)
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**Interview with Dr. Amina Al-Hassan: Middle East Conflict Expert**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Dr. Al-Hassan. The situation in Gaza and Lebanon seems to be escalating rapidly. Can you summarize the latest developments?
**Dr. Al-Hassan:** Thank you for having me. The situation is indeed dire. As of now, the death toll from the Israeli airstrikes on Baalbek has significantly increased, with reports indicating a tragic loss of life that includes both combatants and civilians. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to worsen, with essential services collapsing under the pressure of ongoing military operations.
**Editor:** We’ve seen disturbing imagery and reports about the hostage-taking of Palestinians by Israeli forces, which seems to be gaining traction on social media. What impact do you think this has on public perception?
**Dr. Al-Hassan:** The portrayal of hostage-taking, especially on platforms like Instagram, reflects a troubling trend where such violence is almost normalized as ‘content’. This can desensitize audiences and shift focus away from the human suffering inherent in these situations. It raises ethical questions about how conflict is consumed and discussed online.
**Editor:** Absolutely. What can be done to alleviate the current suffering of civilians caught in the conflict?
**Dr. Al-Hassan:** Immediate international intervention is crucial. Humanitarian aid access must be prioritized to assist those displaced and injured. Moreover, global leaders must come together to push for a ceasefire and a return to diplomatic negotiations, focusing on the long-term peace that has been elusive for decades now.
**Editor:** Thank you, Dr. Al-Hassan. Your insights are invaluable in understanding such a complex and critical issue.
**Dr. Al-Hassan:** Thank you for raising awareness on this topic. It’s vital for the global community to stay informed and engaged.