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Witkoff and Huckabee visit Gaza as Trump comes up with a plan for aid

Friday, August 1 by ABC News

(LONDON) -- As global concern over the hunger crisis in Gaza intensifies, Steve Witkoff, President Donald Trump's special envoy to the Middle East, and U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, on Friday inspected the U.S. and Israel-backed aid distribution system there.“Special Envoy Witkoff and... Read More.

Russia launches 6,400 drones, missiles into Ukraine in record-breaking month

Friday, August 1 by ABC News

(LONDON) -- More than three years into Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukrainians across the country retreat each night to bomb shelters and metro stations in a nightly ritual necessitated by the long reach of Moscow's drones and missiles. This summer, Ukrainians are spending more time in... Read More.

At least 37 killed, 270 injured while seeking aid in northern Gaza: Hospital

Wednesday, July 30 by ABC News

(LONDON) -- At least 37 people were killed and 270 were injured while seeking aid in northern Gaza near the Zikim crossing, according to the director of Gaza's Al-Shifa Hospital.The Israel Defense Forces did not immediately respond to ABC News' request for comment.This comes... Read More.

Heavy rain leaves dozens dead in Beijing, state media reports

Tuesday, July 29 by ABC News

(BEIJING) -- Heavy rains and flooding have killed at least 30 people in Beijing, after a year’s worth of rain fell in less than a week, according to state media.Beijing authorities said they have relocated a further 80,000 residents as rain continues.Eight people were... Read More.

Netanyahu considering annexing territories in Gaza if Hamas doesn’t agree to ceasefire: Sources

Tuesday, July 29 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is considering a plan to annex territories in Gaza, two sources familiar with the matter told ABC News."Prime Minister Netanyahu is considering a plan to annex territories in Gaza if Hamas doesn't agree to a ceasefire... Read More.

Jordan requesting US help with Gaza aid airdrops but Trump administration has no plans to assist, officials say

Tuesday, July 29 by ABC News

(TURNBERY, Scotland) -- As international pressure to deliver more food aid to Gaza builds, the Kingdom of Jordan is "continuing to request assistance in the form of pledges to contribute aircraft, supplies, humanitarian aid, and logistical support" for its airdrop operation -- but the... Read More.

‘Worst-case scenario of famine’ unfolding in Gaza, IPC says

Tuesday, July 29 by ABC News

(LONDON) -- The "worst-case scenario of famine" is unfolding in Gaza, according to a warning issued Tuesday by the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification, a global initiative monitoring hunger with the backing of governments, the United Nations and nongovernmental organizations."Mounting evidence shows that widespread... Read More.

Ukraine, Russia respond to Trump’s new ceasefire deadline as strikes continue

Tuesday, July 29 by ABC News

(LONDON) -- President Donald Trump on Monday sought to increase pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin in a bid to secure an end to Moscow's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, announcing that he would shorten a 50-day negotiating window to "10 or 12 days from... Read More.

NATO aircraft scrambled during major Russian drone, missile strike on Ukraine

Monday, July 28 by ABC News

(LONDON) -- Polish and allied NATO aircraft were scrambled in response to a large Russian drone and missile attack launched into Ukraine on Sunday night, the Polish military's Operational Command said in a statement."Polish and allied duty aircraft have been scrambled and ground-based air... Read More.

IDF says it will conduct aid airdrops in Gaza as hunger crisis deepens

Sunday, July 27 by ABC News

The Israel Defense Forces announced changes Saturday in humanitarian aid procedures in Gaza amid ongoing international pressure as the malnutrition crisis worsens.The IDF said in a statement that it was taking several actions, including dropping "seven pallets of aid containing flour, sugar, and canned... Read More.

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Author: ABC News

Witkoff and Huckabee visit Gaza as Trump comes up with a plan for aid

Russia launches 6,400 drones, missiles into Ukraine in record-breaking month

At least 37 killed, 270 injured while seeking aid in northern Gaza: Hospital

Heavy rain leaves dozens dead in Beijing, state media reports

Netanyahu considering annexing territories in Gaza if Hamas doesn’t agree to ceasefire: Sources

Jordan requesting US help with Gaza aid airdrops but Trump administration has no plans to assist, officials say

‘Worst-case scenario of famine’ unfolding in Gaza, IPC says

Ukraine, Russia respond to Trump’s new ceasefire deadline as strikes continue

NATO aircraft scrambled during major Russian drone, missile strike on Ukraine

IDF says it will conduct aid airdrops in Gaza as hunger crisis deepens

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