This Month
‘Death trap’: Dozens killed in Gaza trying to get food aid
Israel’s military denies firing on civilians after more than 30 deaths among thousands who flocked to humanitarian hubs.
US slams Hamas response to Gaza ceasefire proposal
Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff blamed the militant group for the impasse, saying its reply “only takes us backward”.
May
‘Egregious actions’. UK, EU ramp up pressure on Israel over Gaza
Britain, France and Canada had issued a rare public reprimand of Israel, demanding it cease the renewed military offensive. London is also suspending FTA talks.
Israel to allow ‘basic’ food into Gaza as military expands operations
The decision will end an almost three-month blockade that has stopped aid and medicine entering the Palestinian territory.
Hamas says it has released American hostage as gesture to Trump
Edan Alexander had been held captive by Hamas for 19 months and his release is an overture towards Donald Trump as the US president heads to the Middle East.
Why $104m US fighter jets keep tumbling into the sea
A navy fighter jet plummeted into the Red Sea this week after failing to land on an aircraft carrier, marking the fourth major mishap involving the vessel.
‘The Last of Us’ flips the script and sets off in a new direction
The second season of the zombie hit has more focus on action sequences than the first, and feels closer to the game with its exploration of post-apocalyptic cities, looting and foraging for supplies.
March
For Trump, the strong do what they can, the weak suffer what they must
The US president’s hastiness to secure peace overlooks the often laborious work usually required for a long-term, stable and durable solution to a conflict.
Israel strikes Hezbollah targets after fire from within Lebanon
Israel vowed a forceful response to rocket fire from Lebanon on Saturday as a fragile four-month truce with Hezbollah showed new signs of strain.
Israeli troops begin limited ground incursion in Gaza
Israel’s army began “targeted ground activities” in the Palestinian territory, with the aim of creating a partial buffer between northern and southern Gaza.
Netanyahu says Israeli strikes across Gaza are ‘only the beginning’
The prime minister said the military would press ahead until it achieves all of its war aims: destroying Hamas and freeing all hostages held by the militants.
Will Israel return to a full-scale war in Gaza?
Deadly bombardment has strengthened Benjamin Netanyahu’s far-right coalition but drawn the ire of hostages and their families.
February
Without Egypt or Jordan onboard, Trump retreats from his Gaza plan
Donald Trump had said he favoured taking control of Gaza and displacing the Palestinians who lived there. But Egypt and Jordan rejected cooperating.
Hamas says it has handed over body of Shiri Bibas
Israeli medical authorities said forensic teams were preparing to examine the body, which Hamas transferred via the Red Cross, and confirm its identity.
‘Horrific’: Mother not among dead hostages handed over by Hamas
The Israeli military says a body released by Hamas did not belong to any of the hostages held in Gaza, accusing the militant group of violating the ceasefire.
Netanyahu signals he’s transferring Palestinians from Gaza
The Israeli prime minister discussed the plan in Jerusalem with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who said Hamas “must be eradicated”.
Netanyahu threatens to restart war if hostages not returned
“If Hamas does not return our hostages by Saturday noon – the ceasefire will end,” the Israeli leader said, adding he’s ordered the military to prepare.
Trump says ‘all’ Israeli hostages must be released by Saturday
The US president says “all hell is going to break out” if the remaining Israelis are not freed after Hamas threatened to delay the deal.
US to fly illegal migrants to Guantanamo Bay
The first planeload of illegal immigrants will land in the notorious prison on Tuesday; Michaelia Cash emphasises Peter Dutton’s strength over his likeability; Elliott swoops on BP. Here’s how the day unfolded.
Albanese must stand up to Trump’s Gaza plan
Australia must be prepared to stick up for the international rule of law system that has contributed to our nation’s security, peace, and stability for decades.