The talks between Israel e Hamas appear to be running aground, with an Israeli official discouraging any hope of progress in the negotiations for the release of the hostages. “Very large gaps” persist and a “constant hardening of positions by Hamas. Nobody must be fooled, it will take a long time,” the source warned the Jewish media, denying the openings made yesterday. Current developments in Red Sea remain under observation, while the United States continues to support the protection of freedom of navigation and counter threats that could compromise stability in the region. Meanwhile at the gates of Europe theUkraine refutes Moscow: “We were the ones who shot down the plane, it was carrying missiles.” The Kiev General Staff reported this to the Ukrainian media, according to which the plane was carrying missiles to bases "from where the Russians often attack Kharkiv and the region". According to RBC Ukraine, the Russians admit that the plane crashed but provide "their version that there were 65 captured Ukrainian servicemen on board", as well as six crew members and three other soldiers.
Israel-Hamas war: latest news
Meanwhile, the situation in Medium Nibujon continues to raise international tensions, with Israel appearing increasingly isolated, especially after the prime minister's refusal Benjamin Netanyahu of the two-state solution, also supported by the United States and Europe. The proposal was strongly supported by the Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Antonio Tajani, who went to Lebanon where he will have important meetings with government officials. Tomorrow with the Israeli ones.
However, Netanyahu remains adamant about his position. The latest statements by the extremist Israeli Minister for Jerusalem Affairs and Heritage, fueling tensions, Amichai Eliyahu, who even suggested the use of one atomic bomb on the Gaza Strip.
Gaza still under siege
Meanwhile, the Israeli army continues its attack offensive against Hamas in the Khan Yunis area, in the south of the Strip. Israeli troops "increase pressure" on Hamas, eliminating "several armed cells" through sniper fire, tanks and airstrikes. The situation worsens further with the loss of 24 Israeli soldiers in the explosion of two buildings hit by an anti-tank rocket launched by the Al Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas.
The ongoing war continues to shape the future of the region, with Jerusalem's Defense Minister, Yoav Gallant, saying this is a fight that will determine Israel's fate in the coming decades. The deaths of the soldiers must be an incentive to achieve the objectives set, Gallant said.
Protest blocks aid for Gaza at Kerem Shalom crossing
Hundreds of protesters are blocking the Israeli Kerem Shalom crossing into the Strip, preventing aid trucks from entering Gaza. The website reported it Ynet according to which the protesters claimed that “no help will be sent. Until the last of the kidnapped returns, no equipment will be transferred to the enemy." Among the participants in the protest - according to the same source - there are members of the families of the soldiers who fell in the battles in Gaza and representatives of the families of the kidnapped, as well as released reservists and civilians evacuated from the north and the south.
Netanyahu: “We defend the house against Hamas evil”
“This is a war for housing. It will only end after we have rejected the aggression and wickedness of the new Nazis": the prime minister said this today Benyamin Netanyahu in a speech to the Knesset on the 75th anniversary of its founding. “The objectives of the war remain the same: to demolish the Hamas regime, bring back all the hostages and ensure that Gaza never again poses a threat to Israel. There is and will never be any compromise regarding ensuring our security for generations to come."
The crisis in the Red Sea
The recent ones Houthi attacks in the Red Sea, a strategic route for the transit of raw materials and goods, continue to raise concerns for the global economy. US forces responded by destroying Houthi anti-ship missiles aimed at the southern Red Sea, aiming to protect freedom of navigation. The US Central Command (Centcom) announced this on X.
However, this growing tension in the Red Sea intensifies the risk of upward pressure on inflation. Houthi attacks push many ships to avoid the route and choose to circumnavigate Africa to reach Europe. This change leads to a significant increase in transportation costs.
The consequences could impact the prices of raw materials, which have so far been low, with a direct impact on the import of crude oil and technological products. On the export front, the Italian agri-food sector risks suffering losses.
Russia-Ukraine war: latest news
The toll of the Russian attack on the capital and the north-eastern city of Kharkiv worsens: 18 people died and 130 were injured, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky. The alarm has been raised over the possibility of further casualties as rescue operations continue.
Kiev: “840 Russian soldiers killed in the last day”
Meanwhile, official Ukrainian sources report a disconcerting balance sheet Russian losses during the ongoing conflict. The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces announced that Russia has lost as many as 378.660 soldiers since the start of the war, with 840 casualties recorded in the last day. The list of losses also includes a considerable number of military assets, including tanks, armored vehicles, artillery systems, drones, and even a cruise ship.
Ukraine, Kuleba: “Situation at the front most difficult in 2022”
The situation on the Ukrainian front is worsening further, according to the words of Kiev's Foreign Minister, Dmytro Kuleba. In an interview with German newspaper Bild, Kuleba underlined the gravity of the situation, saying that the lack of ammunition makes the current situation more critical than even at the start of the Russian invasion two years ago. He highlighted the urgent need for more air and missile defense systems, underlining the challenges facing the Ukrainian and Western defense industries in meeting the growing demand for ammunition.
New military aid to Kiev from Canada, Yellen reassures Kiev of US support
In response to the dramatic situation, the Canada announced the sending of a new aid package military worth almost 19 million euros to Ukraine. The package includes 10 Zodiac Hurricane Technologies rigid-hull boats and English-language courses for Ukrainian Air Force personnel to learn the skills needed to fly F-16 fighter jets.
The US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen reassured Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal that the Biden administration is committed to securing funds to help Kiev. Yellen also calls on Congress to "act quickly" to approve the resources requested for Ukraine. “Financial support for Ukraine remains tied to its success on the battlefield,” she said.
The ongoing conflict continues to raise international concern, with diplomatic and humanitarian efforts seeking to alleviate the suffering of the populations involved and bring an end to hostilities.
