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US considers reconnecting pier whose functioning has been challenged by heavy seas.
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US Debate, Chinese ties and Israel continues its attack| Focus Morning Bulletin June 29, 2024
Joe Biden and Donald Trump engaged in a live debate yesterday where Biden raised further concerns for his supporters, The IDF continues its push into Gaza, displacing thousands.
'I screamed': Palestinian used as 'human shield' in West Bank
Video showing the 24-year-old strapped to a jeep circulated on social media.
Netanyahu won’t agree to a full ceasefire deal
Netanyahu has said he would only agree to a “partial” ceasefire with Hamas.
Texas woman tried to drown 3-year-old in possible hate crime
The young girl of Palestinian origin was allegedly 'forced underwater'.
Washington's hopes fade for Gaza ceasefire, humanitarian aid
Between 50 and 100 hostages remain alive in Hamas hands.
'It's about to end': Gaza operations winding down, says Netanyahu
Netanyahu says the current phase of fighting against Hamas in Gaza is winding down.
At least 25 killed after Israeli strikes on tent camps in Rafah
Incident the latest deadly attack on displaced people in Gaza.
More than 300km in seven days: Waikato student running to raise aid for Palestinian children
'I couldn’t stand by and do nothing anymore. I want to make a difference.'
Gaza’s historic heart, now in ruins
New York Times: The Great Omari Mosque was all but destroyed in an Israeli airstrike.
Israel 'can't eliminate Hamas': Army leader questions war plan
The Israeli Army’s chief spokesman is questioning the stated goal of destroying Hamas.
Carnage and contradiction: Examining a deadly strike in Rafah
NYT: Investigation shows civilian casualties were almost inevitable in attack on Gaza.
‘A hellscape’: Dire conditions in Gaza leave a multitude of amputees
NY Times: Access to medical care and clean water is limited, and risk of infection high.
Key takeaways from investigation into families being decimated in Gaza
To a degree never seen before, Israel’s campaign is killing entire Palestinian families.
Israel’s army says it will pause daytime fighting on aid route
Israel to free up backlog of humanitarian aid deliveries for desperate Palestinians.
Israeli military announces ‘tactical pause’ in attempt to increase flow of aid into Gaza
It says the 11-hour pauses for Gaza aid are to take place every day until further notice.
Eight Israeli soldiers killed in Gaza explosion
Attack is deadliest on Israeli soldiers since January.
From Hebron to Dunedin: Palestinian Kiwi's call for peace
Rinad Tamimi speaks about survivor’s guilt and why she continues to march.
How does the departure of Netanyahu's biggest rival affect the war?
The resignation of a senior member of Israel’s war Cabinet was a dramatic show of distrust
Hamas responds to ceasefire plan with 'remarks'
Hamas said they were ready to 'deal positively' in regards to a plan to end the war.
World Bank boosts forecast for global economic growth
'Exceptional' US growth highlighted as bank’s latest outlook marks an increase.
What does Israel’s hostage rescue mean for truce talks?
Israel and Hamas are weighing a US-backed proposal for a ceasefire.
A small American bomb is killing Palestinians by the dozen in the Gaza Strip
New York Times: The GBU-39 was used in two recent mass-casualty events.
Gantz quits Israel’s war cabinet, citing frustrations with Netanyahu
Gantz has accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of mismanaging the war effort.
UN will declare both Israel and Hamas are violating children's rights
The UN secretary-general will say both Israel and Hamas are exposing children to danger.
Winston Peters says New Zealand will continue UN payments
The annual payment of $1 million to UNRWA will take place as scheduled.
Opinion: Netanyahu is a disaster for Israel and for Jews everywhere
Financial Times: He has one plan: endless war so he can stay in office and out of jail.
Israeli Prime Minister set to address US Congress
US leaders say the invite is to 'highlight America’s solidarity with Israel'.
'Nowhere is safe': Gaza residents weep over loved ones killed in attack on UN shelter
New York Times: Israeli strike on a UN school-turned-shelter killed dozens of civilians.
A cease-fire in the Gaza Strip might be the easy part. Fulfilling it will be harder
New York Times: Analysts are deeply sceptical that a deal will ever be implemented.
Palestinians pin hopes on new truce proposal, but remain sceptical
New York Times: Cease-fire plan stirs cautious optimism after eight months of war.
'It is better to live': Ex-Shortland Street actor ends 19-day hunger strike
'Better to live for a cause than to die for one', the actor said ending his protest.
Kerikeri teen refuses food to protest New Zealand inaction against war in Gaza
Wren Fisher, 17, is on a liquids-only hunger strike for Palestine.
Proposed Gaza ceasefire puts Benjamin Netanyahu at crossroads
ANALYSIS: The proposal would likely end the PM's reign in power in Israel.