humanitarian crisis

On the third consecutive day of open conflict, Israel and Iran expanded their military operations against each other, resulting in hundreds of casualties on both sides. President Donald Trump has publicly called for an end to hostilities, warning Iran not to target U.S. assets in the region. As G7 leaders prepare to convene in Canada, Washington’s ability to restrain its closest ally appears increasingly limited, even as attempts at high-level mediation continue.

Patients were evacuated from Al-Ahli Arab Hospital, also known as the Baptist Hospital, in Gaza City after an Israeli airstrike hit the facility on Sunday. The civil defence agency in Gaza said the strike came just minutes after the Israeli army issued a warning to evacuate the building. The blast reportedly destroyed the surgery unit and an oxygen generation station for the intensive care units. There were no immediate reports of casualties.

The Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza reports that more than 50,000 people have been killed by Israel’s ongoing bombardment and invasion of the Gaza Strip—an unprecedented figure that has alarmed international observers and provoked renewed scrutiny of the conflict. According to the ministry, the death toll, which had slowed during a two-month ceasefire, has surged dramatically since Israeli forces resumed their offensive on March 18.

In a dramatic escalation of violence, Israeli air strikes in the Gaza Strip have reportedly killed over 400 people overnight, marking a devastating end to a two-month ceasefire. The renewed offensive, launched after a prolonged period of relative calm, has shattered the hopes of hostages’ families and plunged the region into renewed chaos. Israeli officials warned that if Hamas continues to “play games,” the military will intensify its air strikes until the terrorist group agrees to a new hostage release plan. Meanwhile, families on both sides of the conflict fear that those still held captive may soon face a grim fate.

Human remains returned to Israel by Hamas on Friday have been confirmed as those of Shiri Bibas, a former hostage taken during the October 7 attack, according to a statement from her family released Saturday via the Hostages and Missing Families Forum.

In a hopeful yet cautious address to the United Nations Security Council, Hans Grundberg, the UN Special Envoy for Yemen, presented a roadmap to end the decade-long conflict in the country. His message emphasized that while the path to peace remains challenging, a political solution is still achievable with the right commitment, courage, and action from all parties involved.

The ongoing crisis in Goma, DRC, escalated by the M23 rebels allegedly backed by Rwanda, presents a severe humanitarian disaster. With widespread violence leading to the displacement of over 400,000 individuals, and struggling health facilities, the situation requires urgent international intervention. Domestic unrest against foreign interference is rising, while global organizations call for diplomatic resolutions. This post explores the implications of the ongoing conflict for regional stability and the challenges of achieving peace amidst escalating tensions.

The 2005 disengagement from Gaza by Israel marked another turning point, as Hamas gained political control after winning the 2006 Palestinian legislative elections. Since then, the group has maintained a firm grip on Gaza, often leading to escalations with Israel. A series of conflicts, notably in 2008–2009, 2012, and 2014, resulted in substantial casualties and extensive damage to infrastructure in Gaza.