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A hazardous materials incident at the Pentagon on March 20 forced a shelter-in-place order after air quality sensors detected a problem. Firefighting crews and hazardous materials teams are investigating the incident, which has affected the world's largest low-rise office building.
A senior Iranian lawmaker has said the economic blockade imposed by the West on Tehran will end only through negotiation or military action. The statement comes as tensions with Western powers, especially the United States, continue to escalate.
Despite bombings and blockade, Gaza's people strive to keep Eid al-Adha spirit alive. An attack on Eid night in Remal killed six, but minutes later shops reopened. The author describes soaring prices, the struggle for normalcy, and the defiant joy of celebration as an act of resistance.
Palestinians in Gaza are preparing for their third Eid al-Adha under war, with Israel's blockade preventing traditional rituals like Hajj and animal sacrifice. Displaced families face severe shortages and high prices, yet cling to hope for peace.
Brazilian activists on a Gaza aid flotilla have reported brutal treatment by Israeli forces, including beatings and harsh detention. Mariana Silva described excessive force, while João Santos cited deprivation and threats. The incident has triggered outrage in Brazil, with officials demanding accountability.
Turkish humanitarian group IHH accuses Israel and the US of blocking a planned aid ship to Gaza, arguing the obstruction aims to hide the enclave's severe humanitarian crisis. The ship, carrying food, medicine, and medical supplies, seeks to break the longstanding blockade. Human rights activists and IHH denounce the move as a violation of international law.
The US Treasury imposed sanctions on four activists linked to Gaza aid flotillas, accusing them of supporting Hamas. At least 430 people have been detained in recent Israeli interceptions of vessels attempting to break the 19-year blockade. Organizers and human rights groups condemned the sanctions as an effort to criminalize humanitarian solidarity with Gaza.
Israeli navy intercepted an aid convoy to Gaza on June 30, detaining activists. Human rights groups condemned the move, while Israel cited security concerns. The UN called for an end to the blockade affecting over 2 million people.
Israeli forces intercepted a humanitarian aid vessel bound for Gaza, drawing international condemnation. The ship, carrying food and medicine run by NGOs, was accused of violating Israel's naval blockade. No casualties were reported, but the aid cargo was seized.
