Israeli airstrikes hit UN school sheltering displaced families
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to address a joint session of Congress on July 24, amidst ongoing divisions in the U.S. regarding support for Israel amid its conflict with Hamas. Notably, independent Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont has announced he will not attend the address.
In Europe, the parliamentary elections have commenced, with the Netherlands being the first of the 27 EU nations to cast their votes. Early predictions suggest significant gains for the far-right Party for Freedom, reflecting a broader trend of rising far-right movements across the continent. The EU elections, which involve nearly 400 million voters selecting 700 members of the European Parliament, are the second largest democratic exercise globally, following India. Results are expected to be announced on Sunday.
In a significant development in space exploration, SpaceX's Starship rocket successfully completed its first test flight after three previous attempts ended in explosions. The launch took place from Texas, concluding with a splashdown in the Indian Ocean. NASA has ordered two Starships for upcoming moon missions, with plans for future tourist flights to the moon and Mars. Additionally, Boeing's Starliner capsule successfully docked with the International Space Station, marking a milestone for U.S. space capabilities.
In the ongoing conflict in Gaza, Israeli airstrikes targeted a U.N. school sheltering displaced Palestinians, resulting in casualties that included women and children, according to Palestinian health officials. The Israeli military claimed the strike was aimed at Hamas militants allegedly using the school as a base for operations. The U.S. State Department has called for transparency from Israel regarding the incident, emphasizing the need for verification of the claims made by both sides.
Ceasefire negotiations remain fraught, with Qatari and Egyptian mediators reportedly engaged in talks with Hamas. However, optimism is low, as both parties appear more focused on assigning blame than reaching an agreement. U.S. officials express concern that Netanyahu may prefer to prolong the conflict until after the U.S. elections, hoping for a more favorable outcome under a potential Trump administration. Meanwhile, the White House continues to exert diplomatic pressure, urging Hamas to finalize an agreement that would facilitate the release of hostages.
In Europe, the parliamentary elections have commenced, with the Netherlands being the first of the 27 EU nations to cast their votes. Early predictions suggest significant gains for the far-right Party for Freedom, reflecting a broader trend of rising far-right movements across the continent. The EU elections, which involve nearly 400 million voters selecting 700 members of the European Parliament, are the second largest democratic exercise globally, following India. Results are expected to be announced on Sunday.
In a significant development in space exploration, SpaceX's Starship rocket successfully completed its first test flight after three previous attempts ended in explosions. The launch took place from Texas, concluding with a splashdown in the Indian Ocean. NASA has ordered two Starships for upcoming moon missions, with plans for future tourist flights to the moon and Mars. Additionally, Boeing's Starliner capsule successfully docked with the International Space Station, marking a milestone for U.S. space capabilities.
In the ongoing conflict in Gaza, Israeli airstrikes targeted a U.N. school sheltering displaced Palestinians, resulting in casualties that included women and children, according to Palestinian health officials. The Israeli military claimed the strike was aimed at Hamas militants allegedly using the school as a base for operations. The U.S. State Department has called for transparency from Israel regarding the incident, emphasizing the need for verification of the claims made by both sides.
Ceasefire negotiations remain fraught, with Qatari and Egyptian mediators reportedly engaged in talks with Hamas. However, optimism is low, as both parties appear more focused on assigning blame than reaching an agreement. U.S. officials express concern that Netanyahu may prefer to prolong the conflict until after the U.S. elections, hoping for a more favorable outcome under a potential Trump administration. Meanwhile, the White House continues to exert diplomatic pressure, urging Hamas to finalize an agreement that would facilitate the release of hostages.
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