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Israeli Forces Extend Closure of Al Jazeera’s Ramallah Office
Israeli authorities have renewed the order to close the Al Jazeera Media Network’s office in Ramallah, West Bank. The office has been shuttered since September of last year. According to the extension order, dated December 16th and signed by the Israeli military commander in the West Bank,…
Israeli Forces Intensify Attacks on Khan Yunis, Gaza
Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip – Israeli forces launched a series of attacks on Khan Yunis in the southern Gaza Strip early Friday morning, according to reports from the ground. The assault involved aerial bombardments, artillery shelling, and heavy gunfire targeting areas east of the ci…
Israeli Forces Open Fire Near Qalandia, Raids Continue in West Bank
Israeli forces opened fire on a Palestinian vehicle near the Qalandia checkpoint, north of Jerusalem, on Thursday. One Palestinian was arrested from the vehicle; their identity remains unknown. Simultaneously, multiple raids, arrests, and assaults were carried out across the occupied West Bank.</...
Settlers Breach Gaza Border, Demand Reoccupation
A group of Israeli settlers breached the border into the Gaza Strip, raising the Israeli flag and calling for the reoccupation of the devastated Palestinian territory. The incident occurred as tensions remain high following recent escalations. Reports indicate that settlers, traveling in…
Palestine Action Activists on Hunger Strike in UK Prisons
Seven activists affiliated with the Palestine Action movement are reportedly in critical condition after engaging in a hunger strike for over 40 days in British prisons. The activists were arrested for showing solidarity with Gaza. One of the hunger strikers allegedly suffered a seizure d…
Gaza: Tens of Thousands of Families Affected by Recent Storms
Gaza City – Recent heavy rains and storms have severely impacted approximately 55,000 Palestinian families in the Gaza Strip, according to reports. The adverse weather conditions have caused significant damage to homes and shelters, leaving many families vulnerable. The s…
UN, Aid Groups Warn of Humanitarian Operations Collapse in Palestine
New York (UN Headquarters) – The United Nations and several humanitarian organizations have issued a stark warning regarding the imminent collapse of humanitarian operations in the Palestinian territories, particularly in the Gaza Strip. The agencies cite increasingly restrictive…
Doctors of the World Urges Unhindered Humanitarian Access to Gaza
Paris – Doctors of the World (Médecins du Monde) has issued a strong statement calling for unimpeded humanitarian access to the Gaza Strip. The organization implored authorities to adhere to international law and allow non-governmental organizations to carry out their vital human…
Gaza: Death Toll Surpasses 70,000 Amidst Ongoing Conflict
Gaza City – Medical sources in Gaza have reported a significant surge in casualties, announcing that the death toll has now exceeded 70,000. The number of injured has also risen dramatically, reaching over 171,000, since the beginning of the conflict on October 7, 2023.The…
Global Press Highlights Israel’s Actions in Gaza, West Bank
International media outlets are increasingly focusing on Israeli practices impacting Palestinian territories in Gaza and the West Bank. Reports also highlight the formation of a joint military force between Greece and Israel, while simultaneously drawing attention to the international community’s…
Settler Attack on Ein Yabrud Village Sparks Tensions
Ramallah, West Bank – Masked settlers attacked the village of Ein Yabrud, located in the Ramallah district, setting fire to two vehicles before residents confronted them. The incident has further inflamed tensions in the region, already experiencing a surge in settler violence.</...
Israeli Airstrikes Hit Rafah and Khan Yunis Amid Truce Violations
Gaza City, DZWatch – Israeli forces conducted airstrikes east of Rafah and Khan Yunis in the southern Gaza Strip early Thursday, further jeopardizing the already fragile ceasefire agreement. Reports indicate a renewed wave of aerial bombardments and gunfire from Israeli helicopte…
Gaza: Heavy Rains Flood Shelters, Worsen Humanitarian Crisis
Gaza City – Recent heavy rainfall has severely impacted displacement centers across the Gaza Strip, with approximately 90 percent reportedly flooded. The dire situation is exacerbating an already critical humanitarian crisis for those displaced by recent conflict. Accordi…
Israeli Forces Detain Palestinians, Injure Others in West Bank Raids
Occupied West Bank – Israeli forces conducted multiple raids across Palestinian towns and villages in the occupied West Bank Wednesday, resulting in the detention of two young men and injuries to at least two others, DZWatch has learned. According to reports, the Israeli…
Displaced Residents Return to Nur Shams Camp to Salvage Belongings
Following the decision to demolish their homes, dozens of displaced residents have returned to the Nur Shams refugee camp in the occupied West Bank to collect their belongings. This comes ahead of the planned demolition of 25 buildings by the Israeli army. Since the beginning of the year,…
Arab League Urges Unified Support for Palestinian People
Amman – The Secretary-General of the Arab League, Ahmed Aboul Gheit, has called upon the Arab nations to leverage their collective capabilities in support of the Palestinian people. His remarks, made on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, underscored the importance of a unified Arab st…
Gaza: Death Toll Climbs to Over 70,000 Amid Ongoing Conflict
Gaza City – The Palestinian Ministry of Health reported Wednesday that the death toll in Gaza has tragically surpassed 70,000 since the escalation of the conflict began on October 7, 2023. The number of injured now stands at over 171,000. Medical sources in Gaza confirmed…
Palestinian Detainees Endure Dire Conditions in Israeli Prisons
RAMALLAH, Occupied Palestine – Palestinian detainees held in Israeli prisons are facing increasingly dire and deteriorating conditions, according to the Palestinian Authority’s Commission of Detainees and Ex-Detainees Affairs. The Commission issued a statement Wednesday highlight…
Israeli Crackdown Intensifies on Palestinian Journalists, Rights Advocates
Occupied Palestinian Territories – Concerns are mounting over the escalating suppression of journalists, human rights defenders, and activists critical of the Israeli occupation, according to reports received by DZWatch. The clampdown also extends to local and international non-g…
Escalation in West Bank: Demolitions, Raids, and Arrests Surge
Tensions are escalating across the West Bank and occupied Jerusalem, marked by a significant increase in Israeli military activity. Recent days have witnessed a surge in home demolitions, extensive raids, and numerous arrests, coupled with settler violence targeting Palestinian properties. This e…
