Skip next section Israeli strikes in Gaza kill over a dozen, authorities claim
September 2, 2025
Israeli strikes in Gaza kill over a dozen, authorities claim
According to the AFP news agency, citing spokesman Mahmoud Bassal, an Israeli fighter jet hit the top floor of a residential building in Gaza City, with another strike carried out by Israeli helicopters in the western part of the city.
This occurs as Israel prepares for an offensive to take over Gaza City.
UN estimates suggest almost a million people live in the Palestinian city and its surroundings.
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Skip next section Belgium to recognize Palestine at UNGA, foreign minister says
September 2, 2025
Belgium to recognize Palestine at UNGA, foreign minister says
“Any form of antisemitism or the glorification of terrorism by Hamas supporters will also be strongly condemned,” Prevot posted on his X account.
According to Prevot, Belgium “had to take decisive decisions to increase the pressure on the Israeli government and the Hamas terrorists” in the face of the current situation in both the occupied West Bank and the Gaza Strip.
“It’s not about punishing the Israeli people, but to make sure that their government respects international and humanitarian law and takes measures to improve the situation on the ground,” Prevot said.
Several countries have already announced their intent to recognize Palestinian statehood at the UN General Assembly later this month, including Australia, Canada, France, Malta and Portugal. The United Kingdom saying it would acknowledge a Palestinian state should Isreal not meet certain conditions.
Several countries have already announced their intent to recognize Palestinian statehood at the UN General Assembly later this month, including Australia, Canada, France, Malta and Portugal. The United Kingdom saying it would acknowledge a Palestinian state should Isreal not meet certain conditions.
Israel has repeatedly condemned the move, saying it rewards terrorism.
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