Israel Escalates Regional Tensions

On February 23, Israel significantly escalated tensions across the region. They deployed tanks in the occupied West Bank for the first time in over two decades, violated the ceasefire in Palestine's Gaza, launched air strikes in Lebanon, and reaffirmed their occupation plans in Syria.

Calls for Violence Against Palestinians

In an interview on Kol BaRama radio, Deputy Speaker of the Knesset Nissim Vaturi called for the killing of all adults in Gaza. He referred to Palestinians as "scoundrels" and "subhumans." This is not the first time Vaturi has made such inflammatory statements.

Mass Grave Discovered in Syria

A mass grave containing the remains of civilians killed by the Assad regime has been found in Sbeneh, near Damascus. The remains show signs of burning and gunfire, and some bones appear to be those of children. The investigation continues as more graves are discovered across Syria.

Bridge Collapse in South Korea

At least three people died and six were injured in a bridge collapse at a highway construction site in Cheonan, South Korea. Authorities are searching for another person thought to be buried under rubble.

Trump Rescinds Policy on Weapon Use

US President Donald Trump has rescinded a policy introduced by Joe Biden in 2024 to prevent US weapons from being used in potential war crimes. The move comes after Biden's administration said Israel may have breached international humanitarian law with US weapons.

Trump's Vision for Gaza Faces Backlash

US President Donald Trump faces backlash online after posting an AI-generated vision of a "future Gaza" and presenting it as a redevelopment plan. The video follows Trump's proposed plan for a US Gaza takeover, involving forcibly displacing and relocating Palestinians.

Israel Releases Palestinian Prisoners

Israel bussed dozens of freed Palestinian prisoners held at the Ofer detention center to Ramallah, Occupied West Bank. Hundreds more detainees are set to be released throughout the West Bank and Gaza.

International Condemnation of Israel's Actions

South Africa, Malaysia, and Colombia have pledged to block ships carrying weapons to Israel from using their ports. In a joint article, the leaders of these countries called for an end to Israel's impunity for violating international law. They stated, "Either we act together to enforce international law or we risk its collapse.