Palestinians in Gaza fear rain as war-damaged buildings collapse

Israel has announced plans to demolish 25 homes in the Nur Shams refugee camp located in the occupied West Bank, a move that rights groups claim will impact around 100 Palestinian homes. This demolition order is viewed as part of a broader strategy to restrict Palestinian movement and living conditions in the region.

An official from Honduras has reported that disturbances are hindering the recount of votes from the recent presidential election, which has been marred by allegations of fraud. The right-wing candidate Nasry Asfura, backed by former U.S. President Donald Trump, is currently leading the vote count amidst ongoing tensions and accusations of electoral manipulation.

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has rejected Israel's attempt to block an investigation into alleged war crimes committed during the ongoing conflict in Gaza. This decision comes amidst increasing international scrutiny regarding the humanitarian crisis resulting from Israel's military actions in the region.

Civil Defence teams in Gaza have managed to recover 20 bodies of Palestinians from the rubble of collapsed buildings, a challenging task exacerbated by severe winter storms that have struck the region. The harsh weather conditions have made rescue operations increasingly difficult, highlighting the precarious situation faced by many in the area.

Israel has intensified its demolition of buildings in Gaza, as evidenced by satellite images showing ongoing destruction behind the newly established 'yellow line.' Experts have raised concerns that these actions may violate the Geneva Convention, which protects civilian structures during conflicts.

Resident doctors in England are set to strike for five days from December 17-22, following a vote to proceed despite a new government offer aimed at resolving ongoing disputes over salaries. The physicians are demanding a return to their salary levels from 2008-2009, which have been significantly eroded by inflation.

Gaza's residents are facing deadly winter storms that have led to the collapse of war-damaged homes, exacerbating the already dire humanitarian situation in the region. Many families are living in makeshift shelters that are ill-equipped to withstand harsh weather conditions, resulting in increased vulnerability to the elements.

The Louvre Museum in Paris was closed on Monday morning as staff members staged a strike, expressing dissatisfaction with their working conditions. This unexpected closure disappointed many tourists who had planned to visit the iconic museum.