Famine has been declared in Gaza City, the largest city in the Gaza Strip. The UN rights chief has stated that this famine is a direct consequence of Israeli actions, warning that the use of starvation as a weapon constitutes a war crime and that resulting deaths could be considered "wilful killing." The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) has confirmed that famine, caused by Israel's complete blockade of aid into Gaza, is already underway in Gaza City, which is home to hundreds of thousands of Palestinians. The IPC also warned that famine could soon spread to Deir al Balah and Khan Younis.
On August 21, Israeli police detained approximately ten pro-Palestinian protesters in Haifa. These protesters were demanding an end to the forced starvation in Gaza and condemning the targeting of journalists by Israeli forces. In the West Bank, Israeli forces raided al Mughayyir village, northeast of Ramallah. During the raid, troops stormed numerous homes, damaged property, assaulted residents, and arrested several young men after imposing a siege on the village.
Several current and former Reuters journalists have voiced concerns about what they perceive as a pro-Israel bias in the agency's coverage of the Gaza conflict. A report by Declassified UK revealed that an internal review of nearly 500 stories from the initial five weeks of the war showed a clear bias towards Israeli perspectives and casualties, despite the significantly higher losses suffered by Palestinians. Journalists criticized Reuters for avoiding the term "Palestine," downplaying expert warnings of genocide, and using euphemisms instead of accurately describing events. Some employees resigned in protest, while others accused management of fostering an editorial culture that "dehumanizes Palestinians" and protects Israel from accountability.
Dutch Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp resigned on August 22 after his caretaker government failed to agree on further sanctions against Israel regarding its war on Gaza and settlement expansion in the occupied West Bank. Veldkamp had advocated for stronger measures, including trade restrictions and broader EU actions, but stated he was unable to take meaningful steps to increase pressure on Israel. His resignation followed earlier actions that banned two far-right Israeli ministers from entering the Netherlands, and it occurred amidst growing calls across Europe for stricter accountability regarding Israel's ongoing war on Gaza.
On August 22, US President Donald Trump stated that hostages would be "safer, in many ways," if Israel "went in" to Gaza. Also on August 22, a large fire erupted at an automotive supply company in southeast Louisiana. Officials reported no injuries, but the explosion led to the evacuation of nearby residents and an elementary school.
5 Comments
Karamba
The article portrays the devastating impact of the conflict on civilians, which should be acknowledged and addressed.
Matzomaster
The blatant bias in Reuters' reporting is a disgrace. They are supposed to be journalists, not propagandists.
Rotfront
The complete blockade of aid is a deliberate act of cruelty. The world can't ignore the evidence.
Manolo Noriega
The world needs to take notice. The suffering of Palestinians is unacceptable.
Fuerza
The evidence of the famine is heartbreaking. We must act to bring aid.