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Another Palestinian infant falls prey to extreme cold weather in Gaza

Another Palestinian infant falls prey to extreme cold weather in Gaza

Cold-related fatalities jump to 13 amid worsening humanitarian conditions, say health officials

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Israel releases 11 Palestinians from Gaza after months of detention
17.12.2025

Israel releases 11 Palestinians from Gaza after months of detention

Palestinian prisoners earlier released by Israel showed signs of abuse, malnutrition, severe injuries

China urges Israel to curb illegal settlers' violence, lift restrictive measures on Palestinian economy
17.12.2025

China urges Israel to curb illegal settlers' violence, lift restrictive measures on Palestinian economy

Beijing urges Israel to fulfill its obligations under international law by opening all border crossings, lifting restrictions on humanitarian supplies to Gaza, and supporting UN and other agencies in carrying out aid work

Israeli prime minister announces $35B natural gas deal with Egypt
17.12.2025

Israeli prime minister announces $35B natural gas deal with Egypt

Deal is ‘largest’ in Israel’s history, says prime minister

Gaza stabilization force should not protect one side over another, Qatar says
17.12.2025

Gaza stabilization force should not protect one side over another, Qatar says

Qatar’s prime minister meets with US secretary of state, members of US Congress during Washington visit

UN chief warns Yemen tensions risk wider regional escalation
17.12.2025

UN chief warns Yemen tensions risk wider regional escalation

'Yemen needs a sustainable, negotiated political settlement,' says Antonio Guterres