Rebuilding ‘human-made abyss’ in Gaza will cost at least $70bn, UN says

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.

To commemorate the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, Eve Irvine hosted Dr. Ashley Morgan, a Masculinities Scholar from Cardiff Metropolitan University. This day, established by the United Nations 25 years ago, honors the Mirabal sisters, who were assassinated for their activism against Rafael Trujillo's regime, and has since inspired global campaigns for women's rights and against violence.

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 US-backed GHF has announced the cessation of its aid operations in Gaza following the deaths of over 2,000 Palestinians near its distribution sites, highlighting the severe humanitarian crisis in the region. This decision comes amid ongoing violence and instability, further complicating the already dire situation for civilians.

The Popemobile, which previously transported Pope Francis during his visit to Bethlehem in 2014, has been repurposed as a mobile health clinic for children in Gaza. This initiative aims to provide essential medical services to vulnerable populations in the region.

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.