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Occupied Jerusalem, 3 Aug (ONA) --- As many as 1,251 settlers stormed the courtyards of Al-Aqsa Mosque today and performed Talmudic rituals throughout the compound. According to the Islamic Waqf in Jerusalem, Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir led a provocative march of settlers, accompanied by Amit Halevi, a member of the Israeli Knesset from the Likud party. Extreme Temple Mount movement had called for a large-scale storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque today, coinciding with what is referred to in the Torah-based narrative as the 'Anniversary of the Destruction of the ...

Gaza, 3 Aug (ONA) --- The Israeli occupation forces carried out multiple shootings and airstrikes today after having targeted various locations across the Gaza Strip, murdering at least 18 Palestinians, including 13 who were waiting for humanitarian aid, and injuring several others. Medical sources reported that 13 Palestinians were shot and martyred near the GHF aid distribution center, north of Rafah. Israeli warplanes struck a school sheltering displaced people in Al-Amal neighborhood, west of Khan Younis, murdering two civilians and wounding others. Meantime, four more Palestinians ...

Murder Toll from Israeli Genocide against Gaza Rises to 60,239Gaza, 31 Jul (ONA) --- The murder toll from the ongoing Israeli genocide against the Gaza Strip has risen to 60,239 martyrs in addition to 146,894 wounded, medical sources said today. The Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza said in a statement that hospitals in the Strip received 101 martyrs and 625 wounded in the past 24 hours. It noted that the murder toll following the occupation's violation of the ceasefire agreement on 18 March 2025 has risen to 9,071 martyrs and 34,853 wounded. It also also pointed out that the number ...

Sweden Calls on EU to Suspend Trade Pact with IsraelStockholm, 31 Jul (ONA) --- Sweden today called on the EU to suspend the trade part of its association agreement with Israel over its conduct of the war in Gaza. The Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said that the situation in Gaza is absolutely appalling, and Israel is failing to fulfill its most basic obligations and agreements on emergency aid. He added that Sweden therefore demands that the EU freeze the trade section of the association agreement as soon as possible. Kristersson called on the Israeli government to allow ...

Oman Welcomes Announcement of Canada, Malta on Recognizing Palestinian StateMuscat, 31 Jul (ONA) —- The Sultanate of Oman has welcomed the announcement by the Prime Ministers of Canada and Malta regarding their countries' intent to recognize the State of Palestine.In a statement issued today by the Foreign Ministry, Oman commended this diplomatic development as a substantive and serious step toward upholding the Palestinian people's right to self-determination. The move reflects the international community's commitment to the two-state solution and the establishment of an independent ...

New York Declaration Renews Support for Two-State Solution and Full UN Membership for PalestineNew York, 30 Jul (ONA) --- The UN High-Level International Conference on the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution concluded with the issuance of the New York Declaration, outlining concrete, time-bound steps toward a peaceful resolution of the Palestinian cause and the realization of the two-state solution. Held in New York City under the co-chairmanship of Saudi Arabia and France, the conference brought together international ...

Oman Welcomes UK Prime Minister’s Announcement of Intent to Recognize Palestinian StateMuscat, 30 Jul (ONA) — The Sultanate of Oman has welcomed the announcement made by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer of his country’s intention to recognize the State of Palestine during the upcoming United Nations General Assembly.In a statement issued today by the Foreign Ministry, Oman renewed its call to the rest of the international community—particularly those nations that have not yet recognized the State of Palestine—to take similar steps to ensure the legitimate right of the Palestinian ...

Thailand and Cambodia Agree 'Immediate and Unconditional Ceasefire'Putrajaya, Malaysia, 28 Jul (ONA) --- The Prime Ministers of Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to implement an immediate ceasefire following days of deadly border clashes, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said today after hosting talks between the two nations. The "immediate and unconditional ceasefire" is set to take effect at midnight (1700 GMT), Anwar said. It was agreed upon at a special meeting between Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and Thai interim Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai in the Malaysian ...

Forced Famine in Gaza Claims 147, Including 88 ChildrenGaza, 28 Jul (ONA) --- The Palestinian Ministry of Health in the Gaza Strip announced 14 new deaths in the past 24 hours due to forced famine and malnutrition imposed by the Israeli occupation forces, bringing the death toll to 147, including 88 children. In the same context, the administration of Shuhada Al Aqsa Hospital in central Gaza warned of an imminent disaster due to the depletion of diesel fuel needed to operate the hospital's generators. In a press release, the hospital said that only a few hours remain before a complete ...

Israeli Colonists Storm Courtyards of Al-Aqsa MosqueOccupied Jerusalem, 27 Jul (ONA) --- Israeli colonists stormed the courtyards of the blessed Al-Aqsa Mosque in the occupied city of Jerusalem (Al-Quds) today under the protection of the Israeli occupation forces (IOF). The Palestinian news agency (WAFA) reported that dozens of colonists stormed Al-Aqsa Mosque in groups, carried out provocative tours in its courtyards, and performed Talmudic rituals under the protection of the IOF. Since the beginning of the full-scale Israeli aggression against the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip ...

Death Toll from Israeli Forced Starvation in Gaza Rises to 133Gaza, 27 Jul (ONA) --- The total number of deaths from forced starvation imposed by Israeli occupation forces in the Gaza Strip has increased to 133, after six new deaths caused by forced starvation and severe malnutrition, including two children, were reported in the past 24 hours. Medical sources in Gaza told Palestinian news agency (WAFA) that 87 children were among the martyrs of the Israeli policy of starvation imposed on the Gaza Strip. An estimated 900,000 children in Gaza are currently suffering from forced hunger, with ...

Dozens Of Settlers Storm Al-Aqsa Mosque under Protection of Israeli Occupation PoliceOccupied Al Quds, 24 Jul (ONA) —- Israeli settlers stormed Al-Aqsa Mosque in the occupied city of Al Quds under the protection of the Israeli occupation police. The Palestinian news agency WAFA, citing eyewitnesses, reported that dozens of settlers stormed the courtyards of Al-Aqsa Mosque in groups, carried out provocative tours in its courtyards, and performed Talmudic rituals. Since the beginning of the comprehensive Israeli aggression against the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip and the West ...

Oman Condemns Israeli Knesset’s Approval of Bill Imposing Sovereignty Over West BankMuscat, 24 Jul (ONA) — The Sultanate of Oman has voiced its condemnation of the Israeli Knesset’s approval of a draft bill calling for the imposition of Israeli sovereignty over the West Bank in Palestine. This move, Oman affirmed, represents yet another defiance of international law, the resolutions of the international community, and a deliberate undermining of Middle East peace efforts, the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination, and the two-state solution.In a statement issued today by ...

Iran, Russia, China Strengthen Coordination on Nuclear Negotiations in Trilateral Talks Tehran, 23 Jul (ONA) --- Senior diplomats from Iran, Russia, and China convened in Tehran for high-level trilateral consultations focused on the latest developments in nuclear negotiations and sanctions relief for Iran. According to official statements, the delegations reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining close coordination on matters related to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). The discussions centered on ensuring the full and effective implementation of the agreement, ...

Over 100 Humanitarian Organizations Urge Immediate Action to Open All Gaza Crossings, End Israeli SiegeRamallah, 23 Jul (ONA) --- More than 100 international humanitarian organizations have called on governments around the world to immediately open all land crossings into Gaza, restore full access to food, clean water, medical supplies, shelter materials, and fuel, and to support a UN-led humanitarian mechanism, alongside an immediate and lasting ceasefire. In a joint statement issued today, humanitarian organizations said that aid workers are now standing in food lines, risking gunfire, ...

Occupied Jerusalem, 22 Jul (ONA) --- Colonists stormed today the courtyards of Al-Aqsa Mosque in Occupied Jerusalem under the severe protection of the Israeli occupation police. The Palestinian News and Information Agency (WAFA) reported that dozens stormed the courtyards of Al-Aqsa Mosque in groups, carried out provocative tours in its courtyards and performed Talmudic rituals. --- ...

7 Palestinians Martyred as Israeli Forces Target Aid Seekers in Gaza Gaza, 22 Jul (ONA) --- Seven Palestinians were martyred and several others were injured today after Israeli occupation forces targeted Palestinians awaiting humanitarian aid near the Netzarim corridor, south of Gaza City. The deadly incident follows a similar attack overnight, in which 11 aid-seekers were martyred in the same area, raising serious concerns about the escalating danger facing starving civilians across Gaza, where aid distribution points have increasingly turned into death traps. Health officials ...

Two Palestinian Children Die of Starvation in Gaza Gaza, 22 Jul (ONA) --- Medical sources in Gaza confirmed this morning the deaths of two children, one from northern Gaza and the other from Khan Yunis in the south as a result of acute malnutrition and starvation. Hospitals across the Gaza Strip are currently overwhelmed with hundreds of patients of all ages suffering from severe hunger and exhaustion, with many arriving in critical condition. Additionally, medical staff report cases of memory loss and extreme fatigue caused by prolonged starvation, Wafa News Agency reported. Over 17,000 ...

Israeli Occupation Forces Launch Arrest Campaign Detaining 23 Palestinians across West BankOccupied Jerusalem, 22 Jul (ONA) --- Israeli occupation forces launched a wide-scale arrest campaign, detaining 23 Palestinians from various areas across the West Bank. According to the Palestinian news agency WAFA, the Israeli forces arrested four Palestinians from Jenin and Bethlehem, six others from Ramallah and Jericho, and two from Nablus, following raids on and searches of their homes. In the city of Hebron, Israeli forces arrested 11 Palestinians from several towns after raiding and searching ...

Russia Backs New Round of Peace Talks with Ukraine Moscow, 21 Jul (ONA) --- The Kremlin today announced that Russia is prepared to engage in fresh peace negotiations with Ukraine, acknowledging that bridging the gap between both sides' positions will require substantial diplomatic efforts. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed that Kyiv has submitted a proposal to Moscow for renewed talks this week, emphasizing the urgency of accelerating negotiations to secure a ceasefire. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that Moscow would disclose details ...

European Nations to Meet Iran on Friday for Nuclear DiscussionsTehran, 21 Jul (ONA) --- Negotiations between Iran and the so-called E3 states - Germany, France and the United Kingdom - are planned for this week. The meeting is to take place on Friday in Istanbul at the level of deputy foreign ministers, said Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei, according to the web portal of the daily newspaper Etemad. Iran will be represented by two deputy foreign ministers Majid Takht-Ravanchi and Kazem Gharibabadi, who are also part of the nuclear negotiating team. The Vienna nuclear ...

88 Percent of Gaza is Under unrevoked Israeli Evacuation Orders, Says OCHANew York, 21 Jul (ONA) --- The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) said that the area of Gaza under displacement orders or within Israeli-militarized zones has risen to 87.8 percent. OCHA warns that Sunday's mass displacement order issued by the Israeli military has dealt yet another devastating blow to the already fragile lifelines keeping people alive across the Gaza Strip. The order covers about 5.6 square kilometres of Deir Al Balah, spanning four neighbourhoods. According ...

UNRWA Warns of Famine in Gaza, Demands Immediate Lifting of SiegeGaza, 21 Jul (ONA) --- The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) renewed its call to lift the brutal Israeli siege on the Gaza Strip to end the famine there and allow the safe and widespread entry of humanitarian aid to alleviate the growing humanitarian suffering in the Strip. UNRWA said that it had received messages of despair expressing the reality of famine in the Gaza Strip, including from some of its employees in the area, noting that the siege imposed by the Israeli occupation on the Strip ...

GCC Urges International Community to Act Urgently to Lift Siege on GazaRiyadh, 21 Jul (ONA) --- The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has voiced its condemnation and strong denunciation of the continued unjust, inhumane, and illegal siege imposed by Israeli occupation forces on the Gaza Strip and their prevention of the entry of all forms of humanitarian aid. In a statement today, the GCC Secretary General Jasem bin Mohammed Al Budaiwi emphasized that the siege has resulted in a worsening humanitarian catastrophe, manifested in the spread of famine and the depletion of food and medical ...

Iran and Russia to Begin Joint Naval Drills in Caspian Sea Tehran, 20 Jul (ONA) --- The Iranian and Russian navies will launch a three-day joint military exercise in the Caspian Sea tomorrow (Monday), in a demonstration of growing defense cooperation between the two nations. The drill, codenamed "CASAREX 2025," is being hosted by the Iranian Navy's Northern Fleet according to a statement released on the Iranian army's official news portal. The exercise involves vessels and personnel from both the Iranian and Russian navies, with additional participation from Iran's Islamic ...

One Million Children Starving in Gaza amid Israeli Blockade: UNRWAGaza, 20 Jul (ONA) --- The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) has warned that over one million children in Gaza are currently suffering from hunger due to the ongoing Israeli blockade. In a statement released today, UNRWA accused Israeli authorities of deliberately starving civilians in Gaza, including a staggering number of children. The agency called for the immediate lifting of the blockade and urgent humanitarian access, demanding the entry of food, medicine, and essential supplies ...

Oman Strongly Condemns Israeli Attacks in SyriaMuscat, 17 Jul (ONA) —- The Sultanate of Oman has voiced its strong condemnation of the Israeli attacks on the Syrian Arab Republic, which violate its national sovereignty and constitute a blatant breach of international law.Oman reiterates its urgent appeal to the international community, particularly the UN Security Council, to uphold its legal and moral responsibilities by ensuring Israel’s complete withdrawal from the occupied Syrian territories, halting all hostile actions endangering civilian lives, and implementing a comprehensive ...

UNRWA Warns of Israeli Plan to Create “Mass Internment Camps” in Southern GazaNew York, 15 Jul (ONA) --- Media advisor to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) in Gaza, Adnan Abu Hasna has raised alarm over Israel's reported plans to establish what it calls a "humanitarian city" in southern Gaza, warning that the initiative is essentially a blueprint for mass internment camps. In a press statement, Abu Hasna said Israel has long been laying the groundwork for such a plan through the establishment of aid distribution points in southern Gaza. “Now, ...

UN Reports Surge in Settler violence against Palestinians in West BankGeneva, 15 Jul (ONA) --- The UN Human Rights Office has raised the alarm over a sharp rise in attacks by Israeli settlers on Palestinians in the occupied West Bank and East Al Quds (Jerusalem). According to the office in Geneva, 96 Palestinians were injured in June alone - the highest monthly figure in over two decades. Hundreds of homes were also destroyed. Since the beginning of this year (2025), the UN has documented 757 settler attacks that resulted in Palestinian casualties or property damage - a 13% increase ...

Oman, Philippines Sign Visa Waiver for Diplomatic, Special, Service PassportsManila, 14 Jul (ONA) — The Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of the Philippines today signed a mutual visa waiver agreement for holders of diplomatic, special, and service passports.The move reaffirms the bonds of friendship between the two countries and the two countries’ keeness to explore avenues to enhance cooperation and partnership across economic and scientific fields.The agreement was signed during a meeting between Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister, and Maria Theresa Lazaro, Secretary ...