Health workers in Gaza are facing severe hardships, working 24-hour shifts while receiving only one insufficient meal per day, according to Dr. Deirdre Noonan, a Canadian orthopedic surgeon volunteering in Khan Yunis. The basic meals lack adequate nutrition and calories needed for demanding work. Many staff start their shifts having eaten nothing but water. Gaza’s health system is overwhelmed by shortages of medicine, food, fuel, and security, with no visible improvement despite international calls for humanitarian aid.

At least 67 Palestinians were reportedly killed by Israeli gunfire while waiting for UN aid in northern Gaza, according to the Gaza Health Ministry. An additional six people were killed and over 150 injured while awaiting aid in other areas. The Israeli military denied the fatalities, stating that only warning shots were fired. The World Food Programme revealed that its aid convoys were targeted by gunfire as they entered Gaza. A severe food shortage is driving up prices, making survival increasingly difficult for civilians. UN agencies are urging Israel to lift the blockade to enable humanitarian relief operations.

Ongoing Ukrainian drone strikes forced the temporary closure of major airports in Moscow, leading to the cancellation of at least 140 flights and the redirection of over 130 others. Russia’s Defense Ministry reported that more than 230 Ukrainian drones were intercepted since Saturday morning, with 27 targeting Moscow alone. Other regions, including Kaluga, also experienced attacks. Although airport operations have resumed, concerns over safety persist. Meanwhile, at least three people were killed in recent Russian strikes on Ukrainian territory.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has proposed restarting peace talks with Russia, following a pause in negotiations last month. In a video message, he said Ukraine's new security chief, Rustem Umerov, offered the proposal to his Russian counterpart. Zelensky also expressed interest in a direct meeting with President Vladimir Putin, calling it crucial for lasting peace. Umerov, who previously led Ukraine’s delegation in peace talks in Turkey, now oversees efforts to revive diplomacy. Russia has yet to respond officially to the latest initiative.

Violence in Syria’s southern city of Sweida has left nearly 1,000 dead amid ongoing sectarian clashes between the Druze community and Bedouin fighters. Despite a declared ceasefire, heavy gunfire and mortar shelling continued. The interim government, led by President Ahmed al-Shara, has struggled to regain control. Israeli airstrikes in southern Syria and Damascus further escalated tensions, while the U.S. backed the current Syrian administration. Humanitarian conditions have worsened, with hospitals overwhelmed and minorities fearing for their safety under al-Shara’s rule.

Iran has restored its air defense systems damaged during last month’s 12-day conflict with Israel. The June clashes began with Israeli airstrikes, prompting Iranian drone and missile retaliations. Iran’s domestic Bavar-373 and Khordad-15 systems, along with Russia’s S-300, were activated but sustained damage. Over 1,000 casualties were reported in Iran, while Israeli deaths numbered at least 28. The conflict also involved targeted strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites, with the U.S. conducting notable air raids on key nuclear facilities in late June.

Israel continues aggressive strikes against Palestine, Syria, Lebanon, Yemen, and Iran despite international criticism. Supported by the US, Israel feels empowered to expand settlements and launch military operations, killing thousands in Gaza and violating ceasefires. Iran’s recent retaliation surprised Israel, showing vulnerabilities. Regional dynamics shift as Saudi Arabia supports Syria and China-Russia may back Iran, potentially reducing Israel’s influence. Global distractions like the Russia-Ukraine war have allowed Israel’s actions to go largely unchecked, raising urgent questions about accountability and future stability.

Despite an ongoing ceasefire, Israel carried out drone strikes in southern Lebanon, killing two people. The Israeli military targeted Hezbollah fighters, claiming to have killed members involved in rebuilding the group’s infrastructure. One victim was working on a rooftop in Khiam when struck. This marks a continued pattern of Israeli attacks since last November, despite the ceasefire aimed at ending over a year of conflict with the Iran-backed Hezbollah militia.

Israel has maintained its blockade on Gaza’s humanitarian aid, firing on Palestinians seeking food at U.S.-backed aid centers described as a ‘death trap.’ At least 116 people, including 38 near Gaza Humanitarian Foundation sites, were killed in recent Israeli attacks. Gaza’s Health Ministry warns of rising malnutrition, with 17,000 children severely affected. A 35-day-old infant recently died from starvation at Al-Shifa Hospital. Eyewitnesses report deliberate shootings by Israeli forces targeting aid seekers.

Israel has demolished thousands of buildings across Gaza since ending the ceasefire with Hamas in March. Satellite images and verified videos reveal extensive, deliberate destruction, including intact homes, schools, and mosques. Legal experts suggest these actions may constitute war crimes under international law. Israel claims the demolitions target Hamas infrastructure hidden in civilian areas, but many affected zones lie deep within Gaza. Humanitarian law experts argue that destroying entire neighborhoods without strict military necessity violates the Geneva Conventions and risks long-term harm to civilians.

A 35-day-old infant has died of starvation at Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza City, as Israel’s blockade continues to restrict humanitarian aid. On the same day, two more people reportedly died from malnutrition-related causes. Meanwhile, at least 116 Palestinians were killed in ongoing Israeli airstrikes, including 38 individuals who were shot near a relief center operated by the U.S.-supported Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF).

According to aid organizations, more than 17,000 children are now suffering from severe malnutrition, with growing fears of an impending famine. International agencies are urgently calling for the blockade to be lifted to prevent further humanitarian catastrophe.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held a phone call to discuss the worsening situation in Syria. Erdoğan warned against Israeli violations of Syria’s sovereignty and stressed that renewed conflict could endanger regional stability. The Kremlin stated both leaders emphasized dialogue and national unity to stabilize Syria. They also discussed the Ukraine war and possible peace talks in Istanbul. Meanwhile, the U.S. envoy to Turkey confirmed a ceasefire between Israel and Syria, welcomed by Turkey, Jordan, and other regional neighbors.

In Rafah, southern Gaza, Israeli forces fired on a crowd of starving Palestinian civilians gathered near a US- and Israel-supported aid center, killing at least 25 and injuring over 70. Since October 2023, Israeli operations in Gaza have killed over 58,000 Palestinians and injured around 140,000. The conflict escalated after a Hamas attack on Israel in October 2023, leading to ongoing military actions and a brief ceasefire that ended in March 2025. The IDF continues efforts to rescue hostages held by Hamas.

Yemen’s armed forces claimed responsibility for a hypersonic missile strike on Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport using the “Palestine-2” missile. The strike reportedly caused mass evacuations and halted flight operations. Yemen described it as retaliation against Israel’s actions in Gaza and pledged continued operations until the blockade ends. Israeli media confirmed the airport’s temporary closure and urged nearby residents to seek shelter. This marks the second missile launch from Yemen toward Israeli-occupied territory within 48 hours.

Israel is suspected of launching attacks in Syria, including near Damascus, under the pretense of protecting the Druze minority in Suwayda. Syrian politician Tarek Ahmed claims it was a strategic move to destabilize and remove interim President Ahmed Shara. He suggests Shara was misled by promises of peace. With increasing regional tensions, Ahmed warns of serious security risks and long-term consequences, saying Israel’s actions could reshape Syria’s power dynamics and possibly plunge the region into deeper chaos.