Nearly 100,000 Palestinians have died as a result of Israel's military campaign in Gaza, accounting for around four percent of the territory's total population. According to Professor Michael Spagat, an economist at Royal Holloway, University of London, this figure is significantly higher than the death toll reported by the Gaza Health Ministry, which stands at 56,300 since October 2023. A study published on the Harvard Dataverse platform estimates that at least 377,000 Palestinian residents have been "eliminated" since the start of the Israeli military campaign in Gaza in 2023, with approximately half believed to be children. The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, charging them with war crimes and crimes against humanity for actions in Gaza.
https://en.tempo.co/read/2022335/haaretz-100000-palestinians-dead-in-gaza-four-percent-of-populationA report by Israeli professor Yaakov Garb highlights the devastating impact of Israel's military actions and siege on Gaza, resulting in a significant population decline. The Gaza Strip's total population now stands at approximately 1.85 million, with 377,000 Palestinians unaccounted for due to Israel's alleged genocide. International authorities have taken notice, with the ICC issuing arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for war crimes and crimes against humanity in November.
https://en.tempo.co/read/2022417/66-palestinian-children-die-from-malnutrition-in-gaza-due-to-israeli-blockadeUS President Trump has imposed a 25% tariff on all cars and trucks not built in the US, sparking concerns that it could lead to higher prices for consumer products. Economists and businesses have warned about the potential impact, while Trump aims to use tariffs to restore manufacturing jobs lost to lower-wage countries, shift tax burden away from US families, and pay down the national debt.
https://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news/nation/trump-suspends-trade-talks-with-canada/article_5a2c4fdf-e36d-5417-96be-911d6b3952ab.htmlIsrael and Iran agreed on a ceasefire brokered by the US and Qatar after a missile attack on Qatari soil, targeting an American military base. The agreement comes as part of ongoing negotiations between Israel and Hamas, with Qatar's Ansari stating that a window of opportunity for talks is being missed if momentum isn't utilized. US President Donald Trump expressed optimism about a new ceasefire in Gaza, potentially coming as early as next week, amid 20 months of war in the region.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/06/28/world/americas-emea/qatar-urges-israel-hamas-to-seize-window-of-opportunity-for-gaza-truce/2139922The US Department of State has not changed its travel advisory for Haiti despite improved environmental conditions, recommending Americans avoid the country due to kidnapping, crime, civil unrest, and limited healthcare. Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians is set to expire on August 3, with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem advising TPS holders to return home using a mobile application called CBP Home. The termination of TPS will have devastating effects, particularly for those who have been displaced by gang violence, which has led to a 24% increase in displaced people since December, according to the International Organization for Migration.
https://apnews.com/article/tps-trump-immigration-haiti-temporary-ce021d96aeb81af607fcd5c7f9784c3bIndonesia's Anwar met with Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and Myanmar's Senior General Min Aung Hlaing in Bangkok to discuss conflict resolution efforts in Myanmar. The meeting aimed to deliver humanitarian aid, establish a field hospital, and restore normalcy in the country. Anwar welcomed the release of 4,800 detainees as a positive step towards easing tensions.
https://en.tempo.co/read/2022119/malaysias-anwar-ibrahim-seeks-indonesias-help-in-myanmar-peace-mediationDoctors Without Borders has criticized the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), a US-backed food distribution effort in Gaza, as "slaughter masquerading as humanitarian aid". The GHF, which began operating last month, has been marred by chaotic scenes and near-daily reports of Israeli forces firing on people desperate to get food. Over 500 people have been killed at non-UN militarized food-distribution sites, according to World Health Organization chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. MSF's emergency coordinator in Gaza, Aitor Zabalgogeazkoa, described the situation as "a stark increase in patients with gunshot wounds" due to Israeli forces controlling the distribution sites and shooting those who arrive early or try to jump over security measures.
https://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news/nation/doctors-aid-group-slams-us-backed-gaza-relief-scheme-over-deadly-roll-out/article_c1e6ed15-b6b7-5e94-8950-a82371380c6b.htmlSouth Africa's Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola warned that growing global fragmentation is fueling unprecedented turmoil, particularly affecting poorer nations, and urged a united G20 response. The remarks come as international cooperation is under strain due to multiple devastating conflicts and humanitarian crises. A meeting of G20 diplomats in South Africa discussed state rivalries, economic decoupling, and proxy conflicts undermining global stability. The talks are expected to set the tone for the November summit, where South Africa aims to champion Global South priorities such as climate resilience and debt relief.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40369831/g20-president-warns-global-turmoil-hurts-poorer-nationsUnited Nations Secretary-General António Guterres criticized the US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, calling it "inherently unsafe" and stating that it is "killing people." The foundation, which relies on private US security and logistics firms, has been accused of militarizing humanitarian assistance and contributing to civilian displacement. Over 400 Palestinians have been killed attempting to access aid from UN and GHF operations since Israel eased its blockade in May. Guterres emphasized the need for a ceasefire in Gaza, saying "people are being killed simply trying to feed themselves and their families."
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