South Africa says Gaza at 'new and horrific stage' as it urges UN court to order ceasefire
Thursday, 16 May 2024 South Africa has told a UN court the situation in Gaza is at a "new and horrific stage" - as it tries to convince it to order a ceasefire and stop Israel's operation in Rafah.
South Africa told the United Nations’ top court on Thursday the situation in Gaza had reached “a new and horrific stage" as it sought emergency measures to halt Israel's military operation in the enclave's southern city of Rafah.It was the third time the International...
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Although Israel and Hamas have expressed optimism that progress was being made toward a deal, sticking points remain over the exchange of hostages for Palestinian prisoners and the withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza.
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Hamas has reportedly recruited 3,000 new fighters as part of its ongoing resistance strategy, according to sources familiar with the group's activities. These recruits are expected to bolster the group's capabilities in its guerilla warfare operations against Israeli forces. Reports also indicate that new tunnels are being constructed, potentially to enhance Hamas's strategic advantage and facilitate covert operations. This development comes amidst heightened tensions in Gaza, with the conflict showing no signs of de-escalation. The expansion of manpower and infrastructure signals Hamas's intent to sustain its operations despite military pressures from Israel.
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The Israel-Hamas conflict has been marked by pivotal moments of violence and tension. The war escalated dramatically on October 7, 2023, when Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel during the Shemini Atzeret holiday, including the massacre at the Nova Music Festival. The assault, which involved a barrage of rockets and the infiltration of militants into Israel, resulted in the deaths of over 1,200 people, with families targeted in their homes in kibbutzim.
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