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Two US lawmakers from opposing parties are seeking to remove a clause from the defense budget that would tighten US-Israel military tech cooperation. The effort comes amid rising American public skepticism toward unconditional aid for Israel. Critics warn the provision could obscure military aid and tie the US to Israeli technology at a politically sensitive time.
Australian activists returning home allege sexual assault, beatings, and abuse during detention by Israeli forces after their Gaza aid flotilla was intercepted in international waters. Organizers report at least 15 cases of sexual assault or rape. Malaysia has signaled readiness to pursue legal action against Israel over the mistreatment of its citizens.
Cuba has received the first 15,000-ton shipment of rice from China as part of a 60,000-ton aid package. The Caribbean island is facing a severe humanitarian crisis due to a U.S.-led oil blockade and sanctions. President Diaz-Canel thanked China and criticized the Trump administration's 'maximum pressure' campaign.
Aid agencies have stepped in after an Ebola case was confirmed in Goma, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, a city hit by rebel clashes. The outbreak threatens a region already fragile in health and security.
Israeli forces fired rubber bullets at activists aboard a Gaza aid flotilla, according to video footage from Al Jazeera.
Organizers of the Gaza-bound aid convoy Global Sumud Flotilla said Israeli forces raided 41 vessels in the eastern Mediterranean, while 10 ships continue toward blockaded Gaza. The foreign ministers of 10 nations issued a joint statement condemning the action as a flagrant violation of international law. Among those reportedly abducted was the sister of Ireland's president, who expressed deep concern for her safety.
The United Nations warned on January 3 that the humanitarian aid crisis in Syria is deteriorating, with only 27% of required funding raised while over 16 million people need assistance. A growing number of refugees are returning home amid regional instability, but living conditions remain harsh due to infrastructure deficits and international sanctions.
Two activists from a Gaza-bound humanitarian aid flotilla were brought before an Israeli court on Sunday after being detained on the high seas. The court extended their remand by two days for further questioning, as no formal charges have been filed. The activists' lawyers say the proceedings are illegal and call the detention a retaliatory act.
