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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly attacked critics of Israel’s military actions in Gaza, pushing back against growing international condemnation of the conduct of the war. The remarks come as pressure mounts on Israel from foreign governments, humanitarian organisations and public opinion over the mounting civilian toll in the territory.
- 2Report: Netanyahu aide Urich built AI media monitoring tool, triggering security breach▼Report: PM’s aide Urich built AI tool to monitor media, causing security breach
An Israeli report alleges that Urich, an aide to the Prime Minister, built an artificial intelligence tool to monitor media coverage, and that doing so caused a security breach. The story is drawing attention amid ongoing scrutiny of information security practices inside the Prime Minister's Office and the growing use of AI tools for political and communications work.
- 3Qatar's Al Thani accuses Netanyahu government of sabotaging Gaza talks●Qatar's Al Thani claims Netanyahu's 'far-right government' sabotaging Gaza talks
Qatar's Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, has accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's 'far-right government' of undermining mediation efforts aimed at ending the war in Gaza and securing a hostage release deal. Qatar, which has acted as a key mediator alongside Egypt and the United States, says the Israeli government's positions are obstructing progress in the negotiations.
- 4Second Source Claims Netanyahu Knew of Pending Hamas Attack▼Second Source Alleges Netanyahu Knew of Pending Hamas Attack
A second source has come forward alleging that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had advance knowledge of Hamas's pending attack before it was carried out. The claim, if substantiated, would be politically explosive, raising questions about intelligence failures and government accountability surrounding October 7. The story is circulating widely as scrutiny of Israel's security establishment and Netanyahu's leadership intensifies.
- 5Yuval Abraham accuses US government of funding destruction of Gaza●'NAZA' Co-Director Yuval Abraham Calls Out U.S. Government for 'Funding' Israel's Destruction of Gaza
Israeli journalist and filmmaker Yuval Abraham, co-director of the documentary 'No Other Land', publicly accused the United States government of funding Israel's destruction of Gaza. His remarks add to a growing debate over American military and financial support for Israel during the conflict. The comments are drawing attention amid ongoing international criticism of the war's humanitarian toll.
- 6Vatican diplomat urges two-state solution and AI limits at UN▼Vatican's top diplomat pushes 2-state solution, 'limits' on AI at UN General Assembly
The Vatican's top diplomat told the UN General Assembly that a two-state solution remains essential to resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and called for limits on the development and use of artificial intelligence. The speech aligns with Pope Francis's repeated appeals for peace in the Middle East and for ethical guardrails on new technologies. It underscores the Holy See's effort to shape international debate on both conflicts and technology governance.
- 7Egypt intelligence chief warned Netanyahu of attack before October 7, report says●RFI Le chef des renseignements égyptiens avait prévenu Netanyahu d’une attaque avant le 7-Octobre, selon une enquête htt
An RFI investigation reports that the head of Egyptian intelligence warned Benjamin Netanyahu that an attack was imminent before October 7. The claim suggests Israeli leadership may have received prior warnings about Hamas's assault, fueling debate over why the attack was not prevented and who bears responsibility for the security failure.
- 8Zack Polanski says abuse will not silence him on Palestine▼« … says he will not be bowed by the abuse he receives to stop talking about Palestine and criticising the Israeli gover
Zack Polanski says he will not be bowed by the abuse he receives for speaking about Palestine and criticising the Israeli government. He is continuing to call for a ceasefire and uses the slogan 'Free Palestine' in his public comments. The statement comes amid ongoing heated debate over Israel's war in Gaza and the treatment of politicians who criticise Israeli policy.
- 9Hannah Einbinder and Susan Sarandon Detained at UN Protest●Hannah Einbinder and Susan Sarandon Detained at Anti-Netanyahu UN Protest
Actresses Hannah Einbinder and Susan Sarandon were reportedly detained during a demonstration outside the United Nations protesting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Both are longtime critics of the Israeli government's conduct in Gaza. The arrests come as Netanyahu's visit to the UN draws large protests in New York, with activists and celebrities joining calls over the war.
- 10Qatari PM calls Netanyahu biggest obstacle to Gaza peace plan▼Qatari PM says Netanyahu is ‘biggest obstacle’ to advancement of Gaza peace plan
Qatar's Prime Minister has accused Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu of being the biggest obstacle to advancing the Gaza peace plan. The blunt public criticism from a key mediator highlights mounting frustration over stalled negotiations, with Gulf officials increasingly pointing to the Israeli government as the party holding up progress toward a ceasefire deal.
- 11Report: Netanyahu ordered Gaza de-escalation days before October 7●Days before Oct. 7, PM ordered that Israel 'act to contain, minimize the escalation' in Gaza -- TV
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered officials to 'act to contain, minimize the escalation' in Gaza just days before Hamas's October 7 attack, according to a report aired on Israeli television. The revelation has drawn scrutiny in Israel, as it suggests the government was focused on easing tensions in Gaza immediately before the surprise assault that triggered the ongoing war.
- 12Amnesty praises Irish central bank's Israel bonds decision●Amnesty International commends the Central Bank of Ireland for discontinuing the sale of Israel bonds
Amnesty International has commended the Central Bank of Ireland after it stopped selling Israeli government bonds. The human rights organisation welcomed the move, which followed campaigns urging financial institutions to cut ties with Israel amid the war in Gaza. The decision marks a significant step for a eurozone central bank and is being closely watched by campaigners and financial institutions across Europe.