At least 127 civilians killed in Israeli strikes on Lebanon since ceasefire, UN says

On the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, the UN reported alarming statistics indicating that a woman was killed every 10 minutes by someone close to her, with 50,000 women and girls murdered by intimate partners or family members in 2024. The rise of AI has exacerbated digital abuse against women, raising concerns about misogyny in the digital age.

Displacement of Palestinians in the West Bank has reached unprecedented levels, with Israeli settler violence escalating significantly, leading to widespread fear and unrest among the local population. Reports indicate that tens of thousands have been affected, particularly in areas like the Jenin refugee camp, which has become a focal point of resistance and conflict.

Israel has received a coffin from Hamas, which claims it contains the body of a hostage taken during the ongoing conflict. The remains will be handed over to Israeli forces for identification at the country's forensic medicine institute. This development follows a series of violent escalations in the region, including recent airstrikes by Israel on Gaza.

The United Nations has recently endorsed Trump's Gaza plan, raising concerns about the implications of Resolution 2803 for the Palestinian population and international law. This resolution appears to legitimize Israel's ongoing occupation, which many view as a significant shift in the UN's stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

The United Nations has called for an impartial investigation into Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon, which have reportedly resulted in the deaths of at least 127 civilians since a ceasefire was declared nearly a year ago. This request follows a recent escalation in hostilities, including the killing of a senior Hezbollah commander in Beirut by Israeli forces, marking a significant increase in military actions in the region.

The United Nations has reported that the reconstruction of Gaza, devastated by Israel's military operations, will require at least $70 billion over several decades. The UN's trade and development agency, Unctad, highlighted that these operations have severely undermined the basic survival pillars for the 2.3 million residents, leading to extreme poverty levels.

Israel has received the remains of a deceased hostage from Hamas, as confirmed by the prime minister's office. This transfer occurred through the Red Cross and follows a ceasefire that began on October 10, during which Hamas has released the bodies of 25 hostages, with three still believed to be in Gaza.

The recent UN climate summit in Brazil concluded with minimal progress, as the US, under Donald Trump's administration, notably did not send representatives, marking a significant departure from 30 years of participation. This has led to the characterization of the US, alongside Russia and Saudi Arabia, as part of an 'axis of obstruction' hindering climate action.