Politics
Gaza: Bombs, Scarcity and Negotiations
Israel launches an assault on Gaza and demands the release of hostages, as the UN declares a shortage in the region. Hamas accepts a 60-day ceasefire with mediation from Qatar and Egypt, but Netanyahu insists on releasing all hostages in a single agreement and rejects phased proposals. The humanitarian situation in Gaza is critical, with high civilian mortality and half a million people in need.
August 22, 2025