"Much more needs to be done" for Gazan students

French First Lady Brigitte Macron has issued an apology after facing backlash for using a derogatory term to describe feminist activists who interrupted a performance by comedian Ary Abittan, who has been accused of rape. Macron expressed regret if her comments hurt women but maintained that her remarks were intended as private.

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.

European leaders have expressed readiness to lead a 'multinational force' in Ukraine as part of a US-backed peace initiative aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict with Russia. This proposal was discussed during a recent meeting in Berlin, where leaders from the UK, France, Germany, and other nations emphasized the need for a coalition to support Ukraine's military capabilities and secure its airspace.

France announced that the lumpy skin disease affecting cattle is under control, despite ongoing protests from farmers who are blocking highways and dumping manure in response to the government's handling of the outbreak. The disease, spread by insects, causes blisters in cattle and buffalo, leading to reduced milk production and economic losses, although it poses no risk to humans.

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.

Recent storms in Gaza have led to the collapse of war-damaged buildings, resulting in civilian casualties and heightened fears among the Palestinian population. The destruction has exacerbated the already precarious living conditions for many families still recovering from ongoing conflict.