Israel to compete at Eurovision despite boycott threats
Tuesday, 19 December 2023 Israel will compete at Eurovision next year, despite calls for the country to be banned over its conflict with Hamas, organisers have said.
Hezbollah carried out seven targeted attacks against Israeli forces in Khiam, Lebanon, using artillery, rockets, and drones, following Israeli incursions that destroyed residential areas. Lebanon's Bekaa Valley suffered heavy casualties, with 22 civilians killed in airstrikes. Over 3,500 Lebanese lives have been lost since October 2023, amid intensified clashes and air raids. Civilian displacement and destruction highlight the human toll of this growing conflict.
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Yvette Cooper refused to comment on whether Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu would be arrested if he visited the UK, following arrest warrants issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) over alleged war crimes in Gaza. Cooper stated, "The ICC is independent, and we respect its position," adding that the UK government’s focus remains on pursuing a ceasefire in Gaza and addressing the ongoing challenges in the Middle East. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Europe's top diplomat Josep Borrell has insisted that the International Criminal Court's decision to issue arrest warrants for Israel's prime minister and his former defence secretary should be respected, but European countries are not so sure.
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Israel denies placing restrictions on aid entering Gaza and instead blames UN agencies for failing to retrieve it, while its own figures show a significant drop in the number of daily truck deliveries.
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The U.S. Pentagon and President Biden have strongly condemned the International Criminal Court's (ICC) decision to issue arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. The ICC's charges against the Israeli leaders, including crimes against humanity and war crimes, have sparked a wave of criticism from Israel and the U.S., with both sides rejecting the court's jurisdiction. The ICC's move follows Senate threats of sanctions against the court, adding further diplomatic tension.
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The warrants for the Israeli prime minister and former defence minister pertain to crimes against humanity and war crimes. The ICC did not disclose Deif's warrant of arrest, stating it was a "secret".
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Israeli PM Netanyahu pledges $5M for each rescued hostage as the IDF intensifies Gaza operations post-Hamas attacks. While Israel dismantles Hamas tunnels, humanitarian concerns rise over civilian casualties. Calls for ceasefires and global scrutiny grow as the conflict destabilizes the region.
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Amid escalating violence in northern Gaza, Sgt. First Class (res.) Roi Sasson, 21, of the Kfir Brigade’s Nahshon Battalion, was killed during a clash with gunmen in Beit Lahiya. The battalion's commander, Lt. Col. Yoel Glickman, sustained serious injuries in the same encounter.
Sasson's death brings the total Israeli toll—including soldiers, police, and security officers—since the October 7, 2023, Hamas assault to 800. The ongoing IDF ground offensive has intensified, with over 1,300 Hamas operatives killed and more than 1,000 detained in northern Gaza.
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A chilling new video has emerged showing Hamas fighters ambushing Israeli troops in Gaza, resulting in the tragic death of 21-year-old IDF Reservist Sgt. First Class (Res.) Idan Keinan. The intense footage captures the deadly Sniper attack as Keinan, part of an ongoing ground offensive, was struck during an operation in Beit Lahiya. The ambush highlights the escalating dangers Israeli forces face as Hamas continues its lethal urban warfare tactics. Keinan’s death marks another grim chapter in the conflict, underscoring the heavy toll the IDF is paying in its fight against Hamas militants.
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Hamas says it is ready to secure a Gaza ceasefire deal "immediately" but claims it has not had any "serious proposals" from Israel in months, an official for the.. Sky News
Israel continues offensive in Gaza, two months after Hamas's deadly attack. Death toll in Gaza surpasses 17,000, mostly women and children. Israeli forces... IndiaTimes
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu calls on Hamas militants to surrender, signaling the end of the Palestinian Islamist group amidst the ongoing war in Gaza Strip.... IndiaTimes
Two Hamas gunmen from East Jerusalem killed three people at a Jerusalem bus stop. They were shot dead by off-duty soldiers and an armed civilian. The attackers... IndiaTimes