Israel has intensified its military operation in the Gaza Strip amid a growing humanitarian crisis. According to the Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry, 135 people have been killed and 771 wounded by Israeli fire in the past 24 hours.
The latest developments come as the Trump administration plans to scale back its criticism of El Salvador, Israel, and Russia over human rights issues. The move has been welcomed by some but has raised concerns about a potential easing of standards for these countries.
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth spoke with Saudi Minister of Defense Khalid bin Salman on Tuesday to discuss regional security issues, including Syria and Iran. Both sides affirmed the importance of advancing President Trump’s vision for a stable Syria.
Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump has warned Iran against restarting its nuclear program, stating that it would be “dangerous” for the Islamic Republic to resume its nuclear ambitions.
In other news, the Israeli government is facing criticism over its handling of humanitarian aid to Gaza. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has said that Hamas cannot be defeated with tanks alone, while physical confrontations ensued outside the IDF’s headquarters between security and the family of hostages during a rally calling for their release.
The situation remains tense in the region, with ongoing violence and human rights concerns. The international community is watching closely as the conflict continues to unfold.
Source: https://www.haaretz.com/israel-news/2025-08-06/ty-article-live/trump-says-u-s-focusing-on-feeding-gazans-claims-israel-and-arab-states-will-help/00000198-7d2c-dba2-a9df-7feca2880000