AGP Executive Report

UN Inquiry on Gaza Children: UN investigators say Israeli security forces “deliberately targeted” Palestinian children, calling it a key factor in genocidal intent, and linking the pattern to crimes against humanity and war crimes in Gaza and the West Bank. Gaza Ceasefire Death Toll: Palestinian officials report deaths in Gaza have topped 1,000 since the October 2025 ceasefire, with worsening humanitarian conditions, housing destruction, and continued restrictions on aid. Occupied West Bank Holy Site: Palestine’s Awqaf ministry condemns Israel’s removal of the Ibrahimi Mosque courtyard canopy as “Judaization,” warning it aims to erase the site’s Islamic character. Occupied Territories Bill (Ireland): Ireland’s Settlements import bill is moving through committee, but critics say excluding services won’t meet international law and is driven by a desire to “not annoy the Americans.” West Bank Violence: Reports also note Israeli raids and arrests across the West Bank amid rising protests over ceasefire violations. International Solidarity: Italy says two pro-Palestinian campaigners detained in Libya have been released and will return home.

UN Probe on Gaza Children: A UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry says Israeli forces “deliberately targeted and killed” Palestinian children, calling it a key factor in genocidal intent, and says killings continued even after the Oct. 2025 ceasefire. West Bank Raids: Israeli forces detained 21 Palestinians across the West Bank, including in Al-Fawwar and Bethlehem areas, with reports of home storms and mass interrogations. Gaza Aid Access: Egypt’s 219th humanitarian convoy entered Gaza via Rafah, carrying food, medicine, tents and fuel, though trucks face Israeli inspection and crossings remain tightly controlled. IDF Control Expansion: Israel’s operational control in Gaza is reported at about 70%, with preparations for further steps and potential renewed fighting as Hamas delays implementation. US Pressure on Israel Detentions: A US lawmaker urged action over the detention of Palestinian American student Sama Safi, citing due-process concerns. Churches Push UK Action: A coalition of churches and charities launched a “Time to Act” campaign demanding the UK end illegal occupation policies, including suspending arms sales and settlement-related trade. Qatar on Violence & Iran Dialogue: Qatar reiterated rejection of violence against women and girls, while also saying dialogue with Iran remains necessary for regional security.

Gaza Civilian Toll: An Israeli strike killed a 16-year-old girl as she walked to take an exam in Gaza City, with relatives and medics reporting additional injuries amid continued attacks despite a ceasefire. Humanitarian Access & Fuel: UN agencies say weekend shelling and fuel shortages disrupted services, with Kerem Shalom the only major crossing and calls for more entry points and fewer restrictions. Children Left Unprotected: A UN committee warns that rights groups and humanitarian defenders are being pushed out or forced to scale back after being labelled “terrorists,” leaving children more vulnerable in Gaza and the West Bank. Prisoners’ Rights: A Palestinian prisoner group urges urgent action for three pregnant women held at Damon Prison, citing isolation and barred Red Cross visits. Arab Diplomacy: Jordan’s Ayman Safadi says Arab foreign ministers held “open and candid” talks, with the Palestinian issue central and calls for coordinated action. International Law & Museums: A Canadian Museum for Human Rights trustee resigned over a planned “Nakba” exhibit, alleging a one-sided narrative. Local Pressure in the West Bank: Beit Fajjar officials demand European and international intervention to end the closure of the town’s main entrance road. US-Iran Deal Fallout: US-Iran talks are framed as a foundation for ending war, while critics in the US and beyond question guarantees and the deal’s wider impact.

West Bank Violence: Israeli forces shot dead two Palestinian teenagers near the settlement of Karmei Tzur in Beit Ummar, with Palestinian media saying Israel is holding the bodies while Israel cites a Molotov-and-tyre-throwing “counter-terrorism” incident. Gaza Under Ceasefire: Gaza’s health system and Al Jazeera report continued strikes killing civilians and media staff, including the killing of Al Jazeera cameraman Ahmed Wishah, as Israel says it is targeting militants. Humanitarian Shelter Crisis: A Norwegian Refugee Council report says nearly one million people in Gaza still live in tents, with hundreds of thousands lacking basic shelter materials amid ongoing destruction and restrictions. Diplomacy Watch: Qatar and Pakistan say US-Iran talks in Switzerland produced a roadmap toward a final deal within 60 days, including a de-confliction mechanism tied to Lebanon. International Pressure on Israel: A European church/charity coalition campaign urges the UK to ban settlement trade and suspend arms sales, while EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas faces backlash over apartheid comparisons. Regional Solidarity: Bahrain’s Red Crescent honoured a delegation that helped treat Gaza children in Jordan, highlighting ongoing medical support.

US-Iran diplomacy: Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan backed the US-Iran Islamabad MoU and urged swift talks toward a “lasting, verifiable” settlement, while warning Israel could sabotage the process. Gaza ceasefire violations: Israeli strikes killed Palestinians including a child and an Al Jazeera cameraman; Al Jazeera rejected Israeli claims that its journalist was linked to Hamas. West Bank crackdown: Israel detained Dr. Mazen al-Rantisi, the “Doctor of the Poor,” sparking West Bank-wide condemnation. Regional security messaging: Türkiye’s Hakan Fidan said technical issues may cause deadlocks and stressed Gulf and Levant security in the next phase. UK political influence debate: UK Parliament is set to debate an inquiry into alleged pro-Israel influence on UK politics after a petition surpassed 100,000 signatures. International law & settlements: Israel advanced plans for major West Bank settlement expansion, while UK Labour faced criticism over allowing a land-marketing event tied to stolen Palestinian property. Solidarity & resistance: Saraya Al-Quds renewed its pledge on the anniversary of Commander Mohammed Saeed Izadi, as international figures—including the Archbishop of Canterbury—pressed for Palestinian freedom and peace.

Gaza Civilian Toll: Israeli strikes in Gaza killed at least six people Saturday, including two children and an Al Jazeera cameraman, with families describing “ceasefire” as meaningless as attacks continue near homes and refugee camps. Targeted Killings & Finance Claims: The IDF said it killed two Hamas-linked figures in southern Gaza, alleging they ran a network transferring hundreds of millions of shekels to Hamas’ military wing. Lebanon Front & Ceasefire Strain: Fresh Israeli strikes killed at least 16 in southern Lebanon hours after ceasefire claims, while fighting threatens the broader US-Iran diplomatic track. US-Iran Talks in Switzerland: Senior US and Iranian delegations began high-level negotiations in Switzerland to turn a US-Iran MoU into a wider settlement, with Iran also declaring the Strait of Hormuz closed amid rising regional stakes. Diplomacy Beyond Iran: Turkey, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and the US held Cairo talks covering Iran and Libya, signaling regional bargaining beyond the nuclear file. Humanitarian Warning: The UN warned Gaza’s overcrowding is driving pollution, disease outbreaks, and severe water and health-system collapse. Palestinian Political Unity: Hamas called for a national meeting and stressed national consensus ahead of Palestinian National Council elections. West Bank Tensions: Palestinians protested Israeli settlement expansion near Dura, with reports of tear gas and stun grenades used to disperse demonstrators.

Gaza War & Civilian Deaths: Israeli strikes across Gaza killed at least six people, including children and members of the same family, even as a ceasefire remains in place; Gaza health officials and rescuers reported multiple apartment hits in Gaza City and the Bureij refugee camp. Press Under Fire: Al Jazeera said cameraman Ahmed Wishah was killed in an Israeli strike in Bureij, condemning the attack as a violation of international law; the IDF accused him of Hamas links, while journalists’ groups say dozens of media workers have been killed since the war began. Humanitarian Pressure: The Palestinian Embassy in India urged New Delhi to send emergency medical aid as Gaza’s healthcare system nears collapse, and a Gaza association warned desalination plants could shut down due to fuel shortages. West Bank Raids: Israeli forces raided areas in Ramallah/al-Bireh and al-Fawwar camp near Hebron, with reports of home searches and detentions. Regional Diplomacy: Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and U.S. officials met to discuss the Iran-U.S. MoU and regional developments, including the Palestinian issue. International Protest: Thousands rallied in London at an anti-war conference calling for solidarity with Palestine and opposing the war. Local Governance/Activism: The East End Food Co-op board rejected a forced boycott of Israeli products after months of controversy.

Gaza Civilian Deaths: An Israeli helicopter strike early Saturday killed a Palestinian family of four in Gaza City’s al-Sabra neighborhood, with four others wounded, as attacks intensify across the Strip. Children in Crisis: UNICEF says the Gaza “ceasefire” is a “deadly illusion,” with 265 Palestinian children killed since October 2025—about one child every day on average—alongside hundreds injured and urgent medical evacuation needs. Detained Doctor: Palestinian doctor Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, held in Israel for over 500 days without charges, remains detained after Israel’s Supreme Court rejected his release appeal, as rights groups warn of worsening conditions. Jerusalem Land Grab: Jordan condemned Israel’s seizure of Greek Orthodox Patriarchate land in Silwan, calling it a blatant violation of international law and the status quo in occupied East Jerusalem. UN Hearing Clash: Israel’s UN envoy Danny Danon disrupted a children-in-conflict hearing, shouting “be quiet” at UN officials during a session on sexual violence in conflict. Aid Pressure: The Palestinian Embassy in India urged immediate medical help for Gaza’s collapsing healthcare system, asking India to act via its Aarogya Maitri initiative. Settlements Trade Ban: Norway moved to ban trade with goods from Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories, including restrictions on settlement property and services. Lebanon Ceasefire Fragility: Despite a Lebanon ceasefire, reports say fresh Israeli strikes killed at least nine across southern Lebanon and Gaza.

EU-Israel Rift: EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas’ “apartheid” row with Israel is escalating, with Israel cutting ties and critics arguing the dispute could boost her standing at home. Gaza Ceasefire Reality Check: UNICEF says Gaza’s “ceasefire” has become a “cruel and deadly illusion,” with a child killed on average every day for more than eight months, as Israel’s strikes continue. Humanitarian Access Pressure: The EU demands immediate, unimpeded aid into Gaza, reopening crossings and a medical corridor, while urging Israel to roll back West Bank settlement expansion and comply with international law. West Bank Settlement Pushback: Norway moves toward a legally binding ban on trade with illegal Israeli settlements, including restrictions on property and related services. Settlement Violence Accountability: Former Israeli PM Ehud Olmert warns of systematic, state-protected violence in the West Bank, raising pressure amid growing international scrutiny. Protest & Rights in the UK: UK courts uphold the Palestine Action terror ban, triggering arrests and renewed free-speech concerns. US Legal Fight: A judge orders release of Salah Sarsour from ICE detention, citing retaliation risk tied to Palestinian rights advocacy. US Activism in Finance: The UAW votes to divest from Israel bonds over Gaza, a major labor-policy shift. Local Politics & Symbolic Moves: Paris grants honorary citizenship to Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank, drawing backlash from Jewish leaders.

Gaza Humanitarian Pressure: UN aid chief Tom Fletcher told the UN Security Council that Gaza’s crisis is still severe after the ceasefire, urging the opening of all crossings and lifting Israeli restrictions on essentials like fuel and medical supplies. West Bank Mosque Attacks: UAE and seven Islamic states condemned escalating settler violence, including arson attacks on mosques north of Ramallah, calling it a breach of international law and demanding accountability. Diplomatic Rift Over Apartheid Claim: Israel’s FM Gideon Saar cut all contact with EU top diplomat Kaja Kallas after a reported comparison to South Africa’s apartheid, while the EU urged dialogue and reiterated condemnation of settlements. Hamas Internal Politics: Hamas moved to fast-track elections for a new political bureau chief to project unity amid ongoing ceasefire talks and Israeli operations. IRGC Cross-Border Tactics: Reuters reported the IRGC set up secret cells in Iraq to carry out drone attacks on Gulf states hosting US forces, bypassing existing militia networks. Legal/Protest Fallout in UK: A hung jury ended the trial of four pro-Palestine protesters accused of criminal damage at a Wolverhampton factory. UN Rights Watch: A new UN report said nearly 25,000 children faced record violations last year, with government forces the main perpetrators for the first time.

Gaza Ceasefire Death Toll: Gaza’s Health Ministry says Palestinians killed by Israeli fire have topped 1,000 since the October 2025 ceasefire, with a new strike reported on Gaza City’s Omar Al-Mokhtar road killing three. UN Child Rights: A UN report says 38,558 child violations were verified in 2025, and for the first time government forces were the main perpetrators, with Israel and Palestinian territories accounting for the highest numbers. West Bank Mosque Attacks: Jordan and a bloc of Muslim-majority countries condemned escalating settler violence, pointing to arson attacks on mosques north of Ramallah and warning Israel is responsible as the occupying power. EU-Israel Diplomatic Rift: Israel’s foreign minister severed contact with EU top diplomat Kaja Kallas over alleged “apartheid” remarks, while the EU ambassador stressed the EU does not label Israel an apartheid state. UK Settlement Trade Pressure: Unison moved to lobby Labour for a complete UK trade ban with illegal West Bank settlements and to suspend arms ties until international law is respected. US Free-Speech Court Win: A federal judge ordered the release of Salah Sarsour, president of Milwaukee’s Islamic Society, from ICE detention, citing a substantial First Amendment retaliation claim tied to his Palestinian rights advocacy.

Gaza Ceasefire Deaths: Gaza’s Health Ministry says Israeli operations killed 1,005 Palestinians since the October ceasefire, with near-daily strikes and drone attacks hitting towns and refugee areas. Prisoner Policy: Palestinian groups warn of an escalation in Israel’s prison regime after Ben-Gvir appointed “monitors” tied to families of Israeli fatalities, framing it as a move toward harsher detention conditions. West Bank Settlements & Control: Israel approved 576 new settlement units and issued demolition orders, while Hebron’s municipal authority faces further erosion as Israel moves to expand settler construction around the Ibrahimi/Hebron holy site. International Accountability: Islamic Jihad accuses the US of shielding Israeli war criminals, while the Hind Rajab Foundation filed a criminal complaint in Belgium targeting an Israeli sniper over alleged Gaza crimes. Diplomacy & Regional Politics: A Palestinian envoy in India says the US-Iran peace memorandum is welcomed worldwide except Israel, and Islamic Jihad links Washington’s role to ongoing atrocities. Humanitarian & Rights Watch: The UN warns settler groups could be added to a blacklist over violations against children as child grave violations hit record levels in 2025. Culture & Solidarity: “Circle In” expands sport-based support for 1,250 Palestinian children across West Bank and Gaza, and Roger Waters with Mona Miari reimagined “Comfortably Numb” for Palestine.

Hebron Holy Site Control: Israel’s far-right finance minister Bezalel Smotrich approved new construction plans tied to the Shavei Hebron yeshiva and moved to strip Palestinians of planning authority over the Ibrahimi Mosque, escalating tensions in the flashpoint city. Gaza Death Toll After “Ceasefire”: Gaza Health Ministry figures say Israeli operations have killed 1,005 Palestinians since the October ceasefire, with near-daily strikes and continued expansion of control inside the enclave. Humanitarian Alarm for Women and Girls: UNFPA warns the health system’s collapse, mobility restrictions, and rising violence are pushing women and girls in the West Bank and Gaza into extreme vulnerability, including major gaps in maternal care. UNRWA Funding Pressure: The Arab League and host states urged sustained political and financial support for UNRWA as Gaza’s humanitarian and financial crisis worsens. West Bank Settler Arson: Ramallah’s foreign ministry condemned dawn arson and graffiti attacks on Jaljulia and Al-Farooq mosques, calling for binding international action against settler violence. International Legal Pressure on Activism: In the UK, courts upheld the “terrorist” label and ban on Palestine Action, with arrests reported outside the London courts. Diplomacy and Regional Shifts: Coverage also highlights US-Iran talks and Trump’s stance that US forces will stay in the Gulf “for a while,” shaping the wider regional chessboard around Gaza and Israel.

West Bank Settler Violence: Israeli settlers set fire to a mosque in Jiljiliya north of Ramallah, damaging the ablution room and scrawling hostile Hebrew slogans, as attacks on Palestinian communities rise since the Gaza war began. Hebron Control Fight: The Palestinian presidency warned that Bezalel Smotrich’s plan to revoke parts of the Hebron agreements and strip the municipality of planning powers—transferring them to Israeli authorities—would escalate tensions and breach the status quo. Gaza Doctor Detention: Israel’s Supreme Court rejected the appeal of detained Gaza doctor Hussam Abu Safiya, keeping him jailed under the “Unlawful Combatants Law” without charge despite deteriorating health concerns. UK Protest Crackdown: Britain’s Court of Appeal upheld the UK government’s ban on Palestine Action as “lawful,” triggering fresh arrests outside the Royal Courts of Justice and vows to take the fight to higher courts. Diplomacy & Elections: Mahmoud Abbas amended election law and announced presidential elections next year, with Palestinian National Council elections set for Nov. 1, as political representation reshuffles ahead of long-delayed polls. International Pressure: Canada announced $100m more for UN/Red Cross/NGO humanitarian work in Gaza and the West Bank, while the UK, Australia, and Canada launched an International Peace Fund for long-term peacebuilding and a two-state solution. Sports Politics: FIFA is reportedly considering an Israel–Palestine U-15 match in the US, drawing likely backlash from Palestinian football officials.

Hebron Governance Clash: Israel’s far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich says Palestinians have been stripped of key authority over the Cave of the Patriarchs/Ibrahimi Mosque, transferring control to an Israeli committee—while the Palestinian Authority and Hamas/Islamic Jihad denounce it as an escalation to tighten occupation control. Gaza Under Pressure: Israeli strikes in central Gaza killed at least two Palestinians as forces expand control and residents flee; mediators are pushing talks on implementing the next phase of Trump’s Gaza plan. G7 Diplomacy: Egypt’s Sisi urged Israel to stop its plan to seize 70% of Gaza, warning there’s “no alternative” to a two-state settlement, as G7 leaders discuss Middle East stability. UK Crackdown on Solidarity: Britain’s Court of Appeal upheld the Palestine Action ban, with renewed arrests and criticism that the ruling deepens repression of pro-Palestine protest. Regional Politics & War Talks: Qatar condemned ongoing Israeli violations and settlement expansion in the West Bank, calling for accountability and an end to occupation. Campus Protest: Students at Stanford walked out during Google CEO Sundar Pichai’s speech, waving Palestinian flags and protesting alleged ties to ICE and Israel. International Legal Pressure: Israel’s Supreme Court rejected an appeal by Gaza hospital director Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, keeping him detained without charge.

West Bank Economy: A new report warns the West Bank is “teetering toward collapse,” blaming Israeli restrictions on movement, revenue, and land for deepening unemployment and instability. Palestinian Elections: Abbas set a presidential election for early 2027, reviving the first vote since 2005 and signaling legislative polls this November. UK Protest Crackdown: A UK Court of Appeal upheld the “terrorist” ban on Palestine Action, paving the way for more prosecutions and triggering arrests outside court. Gaza Humanitarian Crisis: Displaced families in Gaza face a worsening water crisis, with most unable to reach minimum daily water needs and much of the aquifer unfit for consumption. International Pressure on Settlements: France barred Smotrich and sanctioned settler networks, while Amnesty renewed claims of state-sponsored ethnic cleansing tied to annexation. Big Tech & Campus Politics: Stanford graduates staged a walkout during Google CEO Sundar Pichai’s speech over Project Nimbus and Israel ties, intensifying debate over tech, politics, and protest. US-Iran Deal Echoes Region: The US and Iran claim victory after signing an MoU to end fighting, but details remain disputed, with Israel expressing anger at being sidelined.