insert_link World “Time is now” for Gaza ceasefire deal, says top US diplomat "The time is now" for a deal between Israel and Hamas, according to U.S Secretary of State, Antony Blinken. America's top diplomat is finishing yet another Middle East tour aimed at agreeing a ceasefire in Gaza. Secretary Blinken says "there is a proposal on the table" which would bring about a truce in return for the release of remaining Israeli hostages still held in the war-torn territory. Benji Hyer reports. […] today2 May, 2024
insert_link World U.S Secretary of State Blinken urges Hamas accept ceasefire proposal U.S Secretary of State Antony Blinken has discussed a possible ceasefire in Gaza with U.S allies in Saudi Arabia, urging Hamas to accept the proposal. Blinken has also warned Israel over its planned ground offensive in Rafah. Nick Harper reports from Washington. today30 April, 2024
insert_link World U.S Gaza protests escalate with more arrests and deadlines Pro-Gaza protests are escalating on US college campuses, with more arrests and deadlines defied. In Austin, riot police have tried to break up a new encampment at the University of texas. While in New York, protesters camped out at Columbia have remained, despite the university issuing a deadline for them to leave or face suspension from the institution. Sally Patterson reports from the protest site in New York. today30 April, 2024
insert_link World United Nations’ internal investigations team has closed several cases involving UNRWA employees linked to the October 7 attack The United Nations' internal investigations team has closed several cases involving UNRWA employees linked to the October 7 attack, due to lack of evidence provided by Israel. The U.N Office of Internal Oversight Services has been investigating some 12 cases, following Israel's accusations in January this year. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York. today30 April, 2024
insert_link World Biden reiterates “clear position” on Rafah in call with Nethanyahu today29 April, 2024
insert_link World More U.S students walk out of lectures in support of Palestinians Students are continuing to walk out of lectures across the U.S on Wednesday, in support of Palestinians in Gaza. The past week has seen demonstrations on campuses from New York City to California - demanding universities boycott Israel. Sally Patterson reports from Columbia University. today25 April, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics ByteDance given nine months to divest TikTok amid data concerns US President Joe Biden has signed into law a 95 billion dollar package to provide weapons and funding to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan - as well as a possible ban on the social media app TikTok. It comes after months of political wrangling and delays over sending aid to overseas conflicts. Kate Fisher reports from Washington. Separately, the BBC reports that TikTok says it will challenge in court an "unconstitutional" […] today24 April, 2024
insert_link World U.N Human Rights office calls for an investigation into bodies found at Gaza hospitals The United Nations Human Rights Office has called for an independent investigation into the mass graves uncovered at Gaza hospitals. Over the weekend, Palestinian authorities said they had recovered hundreds of bodies at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis. This follows the withdrawal of Israeli troops from the southern city earlier this month. Jody Jacobs reports. today24 April, 2024
insert_link World UNRWA report into the organization’s neutrality released A U.N report on a review of the world body's humanitarian organisation, UNRWA has found it has robust frameworks to ensure compliance with humanitarian neutrality. The review of the organisation was initiated by the Secretary General following allegations by Israel that several UNRWA staff had been involved in the October 7th attacks on Israel. Jody Jacobs has more. today23 April, 2024
