France backs application for Netanyahu arrest warrant for crimes against humanity
Belgium and Slovenia also backed the move.
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Trucks carrying aid for the Gaza Strip have rolled across a newly built US pier.
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Israel moves deeper into Rafah, fights regrouping Hamas militants
Israeli forces battling Palestinian militants across Gaza, including in 'cleared' areas.
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What happens to Rafah now Israel has rolled tanks in?
The Israeli incursion appeared to fall short of a full-fledged offensive into Rafah.
Israel seizes Gaza’s vital Rafah crossing with 'limited' invasion
The UN has warned of a potential collapse of the flow of aid to Palestinians.
Israel strikes Rafah after Hamas accepts a Gaza ceasefire proposal
Palestinians had hoped that a planned Israeli attack had been averted.
Palestinians ordered to evacuate Rafah signalling Israeli ground invasion
Israel described Rafah as the last significant Hamas stronghold after seven months of war.
Ceasefire talks over, Israel vows military operation in ‘very near future’
Israel closed its crossing point for delivering humanitarian aid for Gaza after attack.
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A top UN official says there is full-blown famine in northern Gaza.
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Israel and Hamas appear to be seriously negotiating an end to the war in Gaza.
Auckland uni says tents of pro-Palestine protesters will be removed tonight
UoA says it 'fully supports' right to peaceful protest. Protesters told to be respectful.
'Time to act is now': Israel plans to invade Rafah, deal or no deal
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Hamas says it is reviewing a new Israeli proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza.
UN calls for investigation into mass graves uncovered at two Gaza hospitals
The UN's human rights chief said he was 'horrified' by the discovery of mass graves.
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Israeli leaders criticise expected US sanctions against military unit that could further strain ties
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Kiwis in Israel are 'strongly advised' to leave, says MFAT.
'We have a responsibility': Petition for Gaza ceasefire
'A whole lot of quiet voices speaking at once makes a noise.'
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'The only real thing that will save I think a lot of children, a lot of people.'
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