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  • Israel-Hamas conflict: Key developments on day 129

    Israel-Hamas conflict: Key developments on day 129

    Day 129 of coverage on the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza Strip saw several significant developments. Hamas responded to the proposed ceasefire framework.

    US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Tel Aviv to discuss the response with Israeli officials. Israeli Prime Minister reiterated his stance for a total victory over Hamas.

    Concerns grew over the welfare of displaced Palestinians in Rafah. Benjamin Netanyahu instructed the military to prepare for civilian evacuations in southern Gaza.

    Aid agencies questioned where displaced Palestinians could seek refuge. The Palestinian presidency accused Israel of planning to expel Gazans from their land.

    Israel carried out strikes on Rafah, resulting in numerous Palestinian casualties. Additionally, Israel successfully rescued two male hostages from Rafah.

  • Hamas releases 24 hostages – Israel Prime Minister confirms

    Hamas releases 24 hostages – Israel Prime Minister confirms

    The Israel Prime Minister‘s office has confirmed the release of all 13 Israeli hostages, according to CNN’s Richard Allen Greene. White House officials are actively monitoring the ongoing transfer of hostages in real-time.

    The success of the first day of the hostage release is being closely emphasized, with the belief that it will contribute to the smooth progression of the releases in the coming days. It is noted that Americans are not expected to be among the first 13 hostages released.

    In a separate development, Thailand’s Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has received confirmation of the release of 12 Thai nationals from Gaza.

    Thavisin stated, “I have received confirmation from our national security team and ministry of foreign affairs that 12 Thai hostages have been released. Our RTE staffs are on their way to receive them,” referring to the Royal Thai Embassy.

    “We should know more about their names and details, please stay tuned,” Thavisin added.

    This follows an earlier announcement by Egypt that the 12 Thai nationals, held by Hamas, would be released, in addition to the 13 hostages scheduled for release on Friday.

    The Rafah border between Egypt and Gaza is being prepared to receive the hostages released by Hamas, in readiness for their transfer to the Israeli side, as stated by Diaa Rashwan, the head of the state information service.

  • Harvard accused of evicting Ghanaian student for speaking out about Palestine

    Harvard accused of evicting Ghanaian student for speaking out about Palestine

    A Ghanaian student, Elom Tettey-Tamaklo, is reportedly at risk of eviction from Harvard University, with allegations suggesting that his stance on the Israel-Hamas conflict has led to disciplinary actions.

    According to the Harvard Undergraduate Palestine Solidarity Committee (Harvard PSC), Tettey-Tamaklo, who served as a residential advisor, has been suspended for speaking out about the situation in Gaza. The group claims that he faced disciplinary measures after protecting students from an individual attempting to dox them.

    In a post dated November 15, 2023, Harvard PSC asserted that Tetty-Tamaklo is being evicted for his advocacy for Palestine. The group condemned the university’s actions, alleging racial stereotypes and a suppression of free speech.

    “Elom has unwavering courage to speak out about Palestine even when the Harvard community is witnessing its most horrific onslaught of anti-Palestinian sentiment. We demand Elom be immediately reinstated,” the group stated.

    A separate post shared by StopAntisemitism claimed that Tettey-Tamaklo, a student at Harvard Divinity School, was involved in harassing a Jewish student in a viral video. The post detailed Tettey-Tamaklo’s academic background and mentioned his receipt of the Clementine Cope Fellowship.

    The situation unfolds against the backdrop of the Israel-Hamas conflict, with tensions escalating. The post did not provide information on the university’s response to the allegations.

  • Labour intends to put forth a King’s Speech amendment related to the Israel-Hamas conflict

    Labour intends to put forth a King’s Speech amendment related to the Israel-Hamas conflict

    The Labour leadership is in discussions about presenting a motion in the Commons regarding the Israel-Hamas conflict according to an earlier report by SkyNews.

    The purpose is to prevent internal party divisions over whether to support a ceasefire or humanitarian pauses.

    A party spokesperson has now confirmed these plans.

    The intention is to propose a motion that all Labour MPs can support, aiming to deter around 20 frontbenchers and numerous MPs from backing an SNP motion advocating for an immediate ceasefire.

    Sir Keir Starmer has consistently called for a humanitarian pause in the conflict to facilitate aid to Palestinians.

    However, he has resisted calls to demand a ceasefire, arguing that such a cessation would provide Hamas with an opportunity to re-arm and potentially launch further attacks on Israel, as indicated by the group’s spokespersons.

    The spokesperson said: “Labour’s amendment reaffirms the position set out in Keir Starmer’s Chatham House speech and reflects our concerns about what we’ve seen on the ground in the last fortnight, which includes the lack of hostage release, the insufficient amount of aid and utilities getting in and being distributed, the scale of civilian casualties in Gaza and the amount of violence in the West Bank.”

  • High cost of grains: Minister warns of possible economic impact of Israel-Hamas war on Ghana

    High cost of grains: Minister warns of possible economic impact of Israel-Hamas war on Ghana

    Ghana’s economy could indeed be adversely affected by the Israel-Hamas conflict. The ongoing tensions in the Middle East have the potential to disrupt the global supply of goods and services, including products that Ghana imports, such as foodstuffs.

    If the conflict persists, Ghana may experience the economic ripple effects. Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, Minister of State at the Finance Ministry, acknowledged the likelihood of this impact.

    He further said, “This (Israel-Hamas War) is an event that could engulf the whole world. To the extent that it affects global supply of goods we import. Some of our goods including even the foods that we eat from other countries, Israel exports grains, one of the largest, and that could affect global happenings. To the extent that the goods that are heavily imported into this country will certainly affect us as well.”

    “It is too early to say that the effect is here, but there is always the transmission mechanism through which global happenings affect countries like Ghana,” Dr Amin Adam pointed out.

    Hamas militants from the Gaza Strip reportedly infiltrated southern Israel, targeting Israeli civilians. Reports indicate that more than 600 Israelis have lost their lives, and around 100 have been kidnapped in these attacks.

    In response to these actions, Israeli forces have carried out retaliatory air strikes in Gaza, resulting in at least 313 casualties, according to Palestinian officials.

    Despite the escalating situation, the Israeli Mission in Ghana has emphasized that it is not yet time for immediate evacuation. They have committed to ensuring the safety of all individuals, including Ghanaian citizens residing in the affected region.

    On the other hand, the Government of Ghana has strongly condemned the ongoing attacks by Hamas on Israel. In an official press release issued on October 8, 2023, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration called on Hamas to cease its attacks immediately and withdraw its militants from southern Israel.

    The Ghanaian government also urged the Israeli government to exercise restraint in responding to these attacks.