‘They have total impunity’: West Bank settler violence surges after Gaza ceasefire

Hamas and other factions in Gaza have condemned a recent UN resolution, stating that it undermines the Palestinian right to self-determination. The groups argue that the resolution reinforces a reality that restricts their national will and autonomy. This sentiment reflects ongoing tensions regarding international interventions in the region and the Palestinian struggle for sovereignty.

The UN Security Council adopted a US-backed resolution on Gaza with 13 votes in favor and two abstentions. This resolution is largely based on President Donald Trump's 20-point peace plan for the Palestinian enclave. The plan aims to address the ongoing conflict and establish a framework for future governance and stability in the region.

The Israeli army has shot and injured Al Jazeera Arabic cameraman Fadi Yassin while he was reporting during a protest in the occupied West Bank. This incident highlights ongoing tensions in the region and raises concerns about the safety of journalists covering such events.

A stabbing and ramming attack in the occupied West Bank resulted in one death and three injuries on Tuesday, according to Israeli officials. This incident occurred shortly after the UN Security Council endorsed President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan, which has heightened political tensions in the region.

The World Food Programme (WFP) has issued a warning regarding a worsening hunger crisis, projecting that approximately 318 million individuals will experience acute food insecurity by the year 2026. This alarming forecast highlights the urgent need for increased funding and support to address the escalating food shortages affecting vulnerable populations worldwide. The WFP's concerns reflect broader issues of food distribution and access, exacerbated by ongoing conflicts and economic challenges.

COP30 hosts produced the 'Global Mutirao' on Tuesday, a preliminary draft agreement reflecting the diverse positions of nearly 200 nations during the UN climate talks in Brazil. The document addresses critical issues such as financing for poorer countries and inadequate carbon-reduction goals, signalling the presidency's optimism for a timely resolution.

South Africa has announced it will no longer accept chartered flights carrying Palestinians, following the arrival of 153 passengers from Gaza. The circumstances surrounding their arrival are unclear and disputed. Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola described the flight as part of a 'cleansing agenda' against Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank. Israeli authorities have not directly addressed this allegation but stated that South Africa had previously agreed to accept the passengers.

Benjamin Netanyahu has condemned recent acts of violence by Israeli settlers against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank. His government has committed to providing additional funding and resources to tackle this issue. Despite being part of a right-wing coalition that includes settler leaders and facing accusations of ignoring such violence, Netanyahu's response comes amid increasing international pressure for action.