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Israel’s Defense Minister Yisrael Katz has announced that Israel will never leave Gaza. Speaking at a ceremony in the occupied West Bank, Katz stated that Israel has a presence within Gaza and will not depart. He claimed that their presence in Gaza is for defense purposes, ensuring that a similar incident does not occur again. Katz expressed confidence in Israel’s defense capabilities, stating that they will establish both civilian and military units in northern Gaza at the appropriate time. He emphasized that as ministers, they are responsible for implementing these measures and cannot rely on others for their defense.
The announcement comes as Israel is required to withdraw its military forces from Gaza under the Gaza peace agreement. However, the incident highlights the ongoing tensions and conflicts in the region.
Meanwhile, a plane carrying Libyan Army Chief of Staff, Mohammed Ali Ahmed al-Haddad, crashed in Turkey’s capital Ankara after departing from Istanbul. The crash was captured on camera, and the wreckage of the plane was later recovered. The plane was carrying five people, including the Army Chief.
The investigation into the disappearance of a woman doctor’s inspector has been completed after she filed a complaint against the inspector. The British security agencies have foiled a major and deadly terrorist plot targeting the Jewish community in Manchester.
The US Department of Justice has released additional documents in the Epstein case, which includes videos and legal records. The documents are part of a 29,000-page report.
Climate activist Greta Thunberg has been arrested in London for her activism against climate change. The tensions between Japan and China have escalated, with China suspending 46 air routes to Japan for the next two weeks.
In a surprise move, the US administration has announced a major offer for undocumented immigrants for Christmas. Protests have erupted in Albania over corruption allegations against the government. New Zealand’s Foreign Minister, Winston Peters, has strongly criticized the new free trade agreement between India and New Zealand, calling it neither free nor fair.
The UN report highlights that the economic crisis in Afghanistan has made life even more difficult for the Afghan people. Bangladesh’s Chief Advisor, Professor Muhammad Yunus, has stated that the general elections will be held on schedule on February 12.
In a shocking revelation, Chief Justice of Pakistan has questioned the government’s lawyer about the arbitrary seizure of assets without a court order. The Chief Justice asked if he would accept instructions without a court order.
