9 stories for 2026-03-11 · Israel/Palestine
Following closures of Gaza's crossings that have driven up food costs and stalled medical evacuations, ongoing Israeli strikes are raising fears of a renewed large-scale assault. A Gaza resident whose child died expresses grief and calls for accountability, stating the conflict between Israel and Iran should not come at the expense of Gaza's civilian population.
Amnesty International reported that systematic destruction in Gaza constitutes potential genocide, with particular focus on violence against Palestinian women and girls. Germany's Foreign Ministry criticized new Israeli settlement expansion in Jerusalem as a major obstacle to two-state solutions and called for an end to settler violence in the West Bank.
Fighting between Israel and Iran has intensified on its 12th day, with Israel activating air defense systems after detecting rocket launches from Iran. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard announced targeting Israeli and American military sites in the region, with strikes reported near Tel Aviv. The U.S. Defense Secretary described the ongoing operations as "the heaviest day" of strikes on Iran to date. Israel has simultaneously escalated bombardment in southern and eastern Lebanon amid indications of preparing for a prolonged confrontation with Hezbollah.
Armed conflict is affecting commercial activity and market dynamics during Ramadan in Gaza, as residents navigate economic challenges amid the ongoing war.
According to Al-Araby Al-Jadeed, occupation forces are cutting down trees in the West Bank to expand settlement areas.
Young people in Gaza are searching for work, taking on difficult jobs like stone cleaning to find employment opportunities. The situation reflects broader economic challenges facing the population.
Palestinian casualties have risen to over 656 since a ceasefire ended, with at least 20 killed since fighting resumed with Iran. The continued closure of the Rafah crossing is contributing to a critical situation for Gaza's healthcare system.
Israeli hostages remain in Gaza as part of the broader conflict situation. The article references hostages being held as part of war dynamics in the territory.
A Palestinian was killed in an Israeli operation in Gaza's Zeitoun neighborhood, while the Israeli military acknowledged killing three Palestinians in northern Gaza. Talks implementing a ceasefire agreement based on a U.S. proposal have been suspended since last week.