AGP Executive Report

Detainee in Critical Danger: Gaza hospital director Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya’s health is deteriorating sharply in Israel’s Nitzan prison, with Physicians for Human Rights saying he shows severe injuries, breathing problems, and repeated loss of consciousness after alleged daily beatings in solitary confinement, urging his immediate release and urgent judicial review. Humanitarian Crisis Deepens: UN and aid groups warn that Israel’s expanding control areas in Gaza are increasing risks to civilians and making relief delivery harder, with reports of lethal force used to enforce access restrictions and verified civilian deaths near deployed areas. West Bank Settler Violence: Palestinian leadership says settler gangs, backed by Israeli forces, are escalating attacks across the West Bank, including assaults on homes, burning farmland and olive trees, and seizing water sources—calling for urgent international protection. UNRWA Under Threat: Palestinian Authority officials reject Trump’s “Board of Peace” move to exclude UNRWA from a “new Gaza,” saying it’s politically motivated and violates international law. Regional Solidarity in Sports: As Gaza endures war, Palestinians and Arab communities find brief solace in World Cup celebrations, including cheers for Egypt and Morocco—while Gaza’s stadium shelters show how shattered dreams persist.

Gaza Ceasefire Violations: Israeli strikes and shelling killed at least 7 Palestinians in Gaza over the past 48 hours, with Gaza Health Ministry figures putting deaths at 73,090 and injuries at 173,553 since Oct. 2023; rescue teams also recovered bodies from rubble. Public Health Collapse: A Gaza public health specialist warned the enclave is facing a full breakdown of sanitation, clean water, healthcare, and medicines—conditions driving fast-spreading infections. Skin Diseases Surge: Health officials say contagious skin illnesses have spiked, with thousands of cases reported in two weeks amid overcrowding and shortages. Prisoner Abuse Case: Two Gaza mothers say a widely shared photo of a blindfolded, restrained detainee is their missing son; Israel confirmed the image is real but has not identified him. West Bank Settler Escalation: Settlers closed the entrance to Barqa east of Ramallah and raided multiple West Bank areas, while Reuters reported settlers seizing an unfinished Palestinian home in Jalud. Sports & Solidarity: Egypt coach Hossam Hassan waved a Palestinian flag after beating Australia, dedicating the win to Palestinians and “martyrs.” Human Rights Alarm: Physicians for Human Rights warned Gaza hospital director Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya is in life-threatening condition in Israeli detention.

Gaza at 1,000 days: Despite a ceasefire, Gazans say life is still defined by shortages and stalled reconstruction, with people waiting for water and food as the death toll climbs and hospitals struggle. Humanitarian toll: Reports put Gaza deaths at 73,074 Palestinians, with tens of thousands injured, and Amnesty says most people remain displaced after the war’s 1,000th day. West Bank pressure: In the occupied West Bank, Israeli forces and settlers carried out hundreds of violations, including raids, arrests, demolitions, and shooting incidents, while settlers also injured Palestinians in Tubas and Hebron. Settler land grabs: Reuters documents settlers seizing a Palestinian family’s under-construction home, with appeals to authorities bringing no protection. Al-Aqsa access: Around 50,000 Palestinians reportedly prayed at Al-Aqsa despite restrictions and identity checks. Sports solidarity sparks backlash: Egypt’s coach Hossam Hassan raised a Palestinian flag and dedicated Egypt’s World Cup knockout win to Palestinians—prompting anger in Israeli media over alleged FIFA rules. Resistance and politics: Hamas says Operation al-Aqsa Flood reshaped political and military equations, while Amnesty and others warn the humanitarian crisis is worsening.

UNRWA Funding Crisis: UN chief António Guterres warned UNRWA is nearing a “breaking point,” urging countries to close a $100m gap to prevent collapse as Gaza living conditions worsen and 390 staff have been killed since Oct 2023. Gaza at 1,000 Days: Palestinians marked 1,000 days of war with renewed calls for political action, while Gaza’s health system is described as on the brink—doctors say thousands of patients are dying waiting for permission to travel abroad. West Bank Settlements: Israel approved 13 new settlements and settlers are intensifying attacks, including vandalizing water and electricity sources and seizing land, further isolating East Jerusalem. Prisoners’ Rights: Reports highlight medical neglect of two Palestinian women cancer patients in Damon prison and the release of detainee Abdul Basit Al-Hajj after 3.5 years in administrative detention. Global Solidarity & Culture: Silent marches in Paris marked the genocide milestone; FIFA is reportedly exploring a Palestine–Israel youth match in the US amid backlash; and Wimbledon controversy continues over Palestine symbols. Religious Freedom & Violence: A rights group documented 83 attacks on Christians in Israel/occupied areas in three months, mostly in Jerusalem.

Gaza at 1,000 days: Palestinians marked the 1,000th day since Oct. 7, 2023, with UN and rights voices warning the ceasefire has not brought relief—aid access remains limited, displacement continues, and Gaza’s death toll is reported above 73,000. Ceasefire talks: Egypt and Qatar said they’re pushing to revive Israel-Hamas ceasefire negotiations, including a proposed 60-day framework and hostage-release discussions. Humanitarian alarm: Reports say Israel is preparing “fenced shelters”/controlled humanitarian zones in southern Gaza near Rafah, raising fears of forced displacement under a US-backed “Board of Peace” plan. West Bank pressure: Israeli settlers seized a Palestinian under-construction home in Jalud, while Israel’s security cabinet approved 13 new illegal settlements in the central occupied West Bank, deepening fragmentation and isolation of East Jerusalem. International scrutiny: UN officials urged expanded humanitarian access and Israel’s withdrawal from Gaza as legal and diplomatic pressure grows. Global solidarity & backlash: Wimbledon star Zeynep Sonmez said she was blocked from wearing a Palestine pin, while pro-Palestine protesters in the US faced convictions over a Golden Gate Bridge blockade.

Gaza at 1,000 Days: Palestinians marked 1,000 days since Oct. 7, 2023, as Gaza’s Government Media Office and health officials reported more than 73,000 killed and tens of thousands missing or wounded, with ceasefire steps stalled and daily strikes continuing. Medical Crisis: Doctors and health workers said women with breast cancer are undergoing urgent mastectomies because Gaza lacks basic diagnostics and drugs, while hospitals face repeated damage and shortages. Humanitarian & Economy: Gaza’s Chamber of Commerce warned the war has pushed the economy back “70 years,” with most sectors crippled and aid-dependent survival. UNRWA Fight: Multiple reports and statements renewed calls to keep UNRWA in Gaza, as “Board of Peace” plans reportedly push for its removal. West Bank Crackdown: Israeli forces detained five Palestinian women in overnight raids across the West Bank, as prisoners’ groups reported tighter sentences and medical neglect. Press Under Fire: Palestinian journalist unions rejected claims that killed media workers were combatants, warning of a campaign to discredit Gaza’s press. Global Solidarity & Repression Abroad: In the U.S., Golden Gate Bridge protesters were convicted on misdemeanor charges, while a major U.S. church voted to label Israel’s Gaza war a genocide and urged divestment and an arms embargo.

Al-Aqsa Under Pressure: Jewish settlers stormed Al-Aqsa Mosque courtyards in occupied Jerusalem under Israeli police protection, carrying out provocative tours and rituals, as Palestinians warn of further Judaization and identity erasure. Gaza’s 1,000th Day: As Gaza marks 1,000 days since Oct. 7, Palestinians face a bleak, uncertain future under continued Israeli control and fragile ceasefire conditions, with violence and stalled reconstruction. Children Pay the Heaviest Price: Save the Children says at least 21,000 children have been confirmed killed in Gaza since the war began, with hundreds of thousands displaced and education shattered. UNRWA Funding Crisis: UN chief António Guterres warns UNRWA is nearing a breaking point amid a $100 million funding gap and operational restrictions, while Palestine rejects moves to undermine UNRWA’s mandate. Aid Still Struggles to Reach Gaza: The 225th aid convoy departed from Rafah toward Karam Abu Salem after Israeli inspections, underscoring how tightly access remains controlled. Human Cost Beyond War Zones: Palestinian goalkeeper Saleem Al-Ashqar was killed by Israeli forces in Gaza; his death adds to the growing toll on athletes. Diplomacy and Pressure: Israel’s war minister says troops will stay indefinitely across Gaza, Lebanon and Syria, while the US signs a 99-year lease for its embassy on confiscated Palestinian land in al-Quds. Global Solidarity: Palestine symbols and support continue to surface worldwide, including at Wimbledon where a player used a watermelon racket symbol after Palestine pins were barred.

Gaza Under Fire: Israeli strikes killed at least three Palestinians in Gaza City and the north, including deaths tied to drone attacks near a hospital and a civilian vehicle, as UN and aid groups warn Israeli-controlled areas are expanding and squeezing civilians into smaller, more dangerous zones. Humanitarian Alarm: UNRWA faces a breaking point as funding shortfalls grow, while UN aid workers warn against further expansion of Israeli-controlled areas that heighten risks to civilians. Gaza Governance Push: A Palestinian technocratic committee says “highly productive” Cyprus talks advanced plans for post-war Gaza governance and reconstruction with the Board of Peace and international advisers. UNRWA Clash: Trump’s Board of Peace says UNRWA “has no place” in Gaza’s future; Palestine rejects the move, calling UNRWA an indispensable lifeline. West Bank Pressure: The PA warns of Israeli-backed plans to seize 100 strategic points across the occupied West Bank, and reports say Israeli forces detained Palestinian women in raids. Religious Rights Fight: PNC chief Rawhi Fattouh condemned a Knesset bill to ban the call to prayer in 1948 territories as racist and an attack on worship rights. Diplomatic Moves: The US and Israel signed a deal for a permanent US embassy in West Jerusalem on land leased for $1 for 99 years.

UNRWA Funding Crisis: UN chief António Guterres warned UNRWA is nearing a “breaking point,” urging countries to close a $100 million gap as restrictions and cash shortages threaten aid to millions of Palestinian refugees. Diplomatic Pressure on UNRWA: Palestine’s UN envoy Riyad Mansour echoed the call for stronger political and financial support, while Türkiye warned UNRWA faces unprecedented political pressure. Legal Risks for Settlements: France cautioned companies that business tied to illegal Israeli settlements could expose them to legal and reputational consequences under international law. Gaza Ceasefire Under Strain: Despite the ceasefire, reports say Israeli strikes killed Palestinians in Gaza, including in tent shelters, while Israel’s energy minister vowed control over Gaza will keep expanding. West Bank Siege and Raids: Israel reportedly sealed off Sinjil by blocking roads, and detained at least 20 Palestinians in West Bank raids, including women and a journalist. Hostage Deal Dispute: A former Israeli hostage negotiator said the Gaza war could have ended a year earlier and that some captives died who might have been brought home alive. Terror-Funding Case: A New York woman was charged in the US for attempting to fund Palestine Islamic Jihad via cryptocurrency transfers.

UNRWA Funding Crunch: UN chief Antonio Guterres warned UNRWA is nearing a “breaking point” with a $100m gap, urging countries to match political support with cash to keep aid, schooling and healthcare running for Palestine refugees. Gaza Humanitarian Fallout: UN teams are assessing needs after an Israeli strike on Al Muwasi in Khan Younis that killed a mother and her baby and destroyed or damaged tents for hundreds of families, as health workers report a surge in chickenpox linked to overcrowding and sanitation gaps. West Bank Crackdown: Israel sealed the headquarters of the Al-Tadamon Charitable Society in Nablus, accusing it of supporting terrorism, while Palestinian officials say the move targets services for orphans and the poor. Hebron Mosque Pressure: Hebron Governor Khaled Dodin said Israel sealed roads and escalated measures around the Ibrahimi Mosque, including restrictions on prayer and control steps tied to a push for full takeover. Prisoner Abuse Claims: The Palestinian government reported systematic abuse of detainees, including torture, denial of medical care, and starvation of pregnant prisoners, citing thousands held in administrative detention. Diplomacy & Settlements: Pakistan again urged the UN Security Council to reject Israel’s E1 plan, warning it threatens a viable Palestinian state. Turkey-Iran/Armenia Row: Erdoğan rejected Israel’s Armenian genocide recognition move, pointing to Gaza deaths and accusing Israel of using history for politics.

Gaza Ceasefire Violations: Israel carried out demolitions and strikes across Gaza, killing at least eight Palestinians in the past day and displacing hundreds, with tents hit in al-Mawasi and Deir al-Balah; Gaza’s health ministry says the death toll has topped 73,000 as attacks continue despite the truce. Children Under Fire: A UN inquiry and legal voices are again spotlighting Israel’s alleged deliberate targeting of Palestinian children, raising fresh calls for accountability. West Bank Settlements & Annexation: Pakistan and the UK urged the UN Security Council to halt settlement expansion, warning that the E1 plan threatens a future Palestinian state and that annexation is accelerating. Humanitarian Access & Healthcare: A Gaza healthcare dispute flared after COGAT pushed back on a Telegraph report about cancer patients, while reports highlight worsening shortages and disrupted services. International Politics: The US “Board of Peace” is set to meet in Cyprus amid scrutiny over a draft that could grant broad protections, while US lawmakers face pressure over continued military aid to Israel. Local Crackdowns: In Nablus, Israeli forces closed a charity headquarters, alleging it “supports terrorism,” and in Gaza, a planned June 26 protest against Hamas reportedly drew little turnout due to fear and intimidation.

Gaza Ceasefire Violations: Israeli strikes hit tents in central Gaza, killing at least three Palestinians including an 8-year-old boy and his grandfather in Deir al-Balah, while other attacks across the Strip and the West Bank left more people dead and wounded despite the ceasefire. Settlement Pressure: UN chief Antonio Guterres condemned “relentless” settlement expansion and warned that plans for E1 could sever West Bank contiguity, as European powers warned businesses against E1 contracts. West Bank Killings: Rights groups say Palestinian children are being killed at the highest rate since 1967, pointing to a broader policy with little accountability. Press Freedom Scrutiny: CPJ launched a full review of its Gaza journalist casualty database after removing names previously listed as journalists who were later identified as combatants. Canada Nakba Exhibit Row: Canada’s Heritage Minister Marc Miller said the Canadian Museum for Human Rights made an “error in curation” over a displaced Palestinians exhibit and called for it to be “rectified,” as pushback and rallies continue. Diplomatic Strain: Israel withdrew its defense attaché from Canada, leaving the post unfilled amid ongoing war-related tensions.

Gaza Ceasefire Violations: Israeli drone and artillery strikes killed at least three Palestinians, including an 8-year-old, in Deir al-Balah and injured others, while forces advanced near the “Yellow Line” in Nuseirat and expanded occupied areas. West Bank Raids: Israeli forces raided Birzeit University near Ramallah, assaulted a security guard, and damaged campus property; exams were reported to continue. Humanitarian Strain: Al-Shifa Hospital says nearly half its dialysis machines are out of service due to shortages, putting hundreds of kidney patients at risk. Displacement Plan Backlash: Israel reportedly rebranded a Gaza removal scheme from “voluntary migration” to a “Free Movement Plan,” aiming to soften international criticism. Aid on the Ground: QRCS and JHCO launched vegetable parcel and hygiene-kit distributions for tens of thousands of displaced families in Gaza. Regional Diplomacy: Reports say Georgia is in advanced talks to send troops to a US-backed Gaza stabilization force, with similar discussions mentioned for Vietnam. Politics and Accountability: Turkey condemned Israel’s Armenian genocide recognition move as a bid to distract from Gaza crimes, while young Republicans in the US show growing skepticism toward Israel amid the Gaza war. Culture Under Fire: In Nuseirat, an oud repairman is restoring instruments for displaced youth, preserving Palestinian musical identity amid shortages and power cuts.

Gaza Ceasefire Violations: Israeli strikes across Gaza killed at least four Palestinians, including a 13-year-old girl, as tank shelling and drone attacks continued despite the ceasefire. Humanitarian Health Crisis: Nearly half of dialysis machines at al-Shifa are out of service due to shortages, forcing shorter sessions and putting hundreds of kidney patients at serious risk. Displacement & Sanitation Collapse: Displaced families in Gaza face worsening living conditions as garbage, sewage overflow, and overcrowding drive more severe skin diseases. West Bank Under Siege: Israeli forces bulldozed olive groves in Zububa near Jenin, while raids and settler attacks continued across multiple West Bank areas. Hostages & Politics: Smotrich claimed he blocked a deal that would have ended hostage talks early, saying Israel would still be negotiating without his “red line.” Diplomacy & Recognition: Turkey condemned Israel’s Armenian genocide recognition as a political cover-up, while Slovenia’s new PM vowed to reverse Palestinian state recognition and move its embassy to Jerusalem. Regional Aid: Five UAE aid convoys entered Gaza under Operation Gallant Knight 3, delivering 817 tonnes of food and shelter materials.

Gaza Strikes: Israeli drones hit displacement tents in Muwasi, killing two Palestinian siblings including 15-year-old Islam Moussa, and wounding others; separate strikes in Gaza City also injured civilians, with Israel claiming Hamas links without providing proof. UN Genocide Claims: A UN inquiry report says there are “reasonable grounds” Israel deliberately targeted Palestinian children, with tens of thousands killed or injured, and calls for sanctions and arms restrictions. West Bank Settler Violence: Palestinian-Americans say Washington is failing to protect US citizens from repeated settler attacks around Ramallah, including assaults during olive harvests. Jerusalem Church Taxes: The Jerusalem governor warns that imposing taxes on churches would violate the city’s historical and legal status quo and threaten Christian institutions. Trump’s Gaza Board: A leaked draft says Trump’s “Board of Peace” seeks broad legal immunity for actions in Gaza, raising accountability concerns. Culture Under Fire: In Nuseirat, an oud repairman keeps Palestinian identity alive by restoring instruments damaged by war. Politics & Palestine: Netanyahu reiterates “no room for two states,” while Palestinian President Abbas stresses stronger Arab League coordination to back Palestinian rights.

West Bank Settler Violence: Settlers stormed the Arab Al-Ka’abneh gathering east of Ramallah and raided homes in Turmus’ayya and Barqa, vandalizing property and cutting utilities. Al-Aqsa Under Pressure: The Al-Quds International Foundation warned Israeli actions at Al-Aqsa have “crossed all red lines,” citing arrests and targeting of Waqf staff and guards. West Bank Raids & Tear Gas: Israeli forces fired tear gas in Al-Mughayyir, injuring six Palestinians with suffocation, and detained and assaulted residents after searches. Gaza Ceasefire Violations: Strikes hit displacement tents and agricultural areas, killing siblings in Muwasi and injuring dozens elsewhere, including a girl wounded in attacks across Gaza. Medical Crisis in Gaza: Al-Shifa warned dialysis sessions are being cut due to shortages, threatening the lives of hundreds of kidney patients. UNRWA Support: UNRWA said environmental health workers continue waste collection and public health services in West Bank refugee camps. International Pressure & Politics: Sonia Gandhi renewed calls for India to speak up on Gaza, while protests in Sweden denounced Israeli violations of the ceasefire. Hamas Crackdown on Protests: Reports say Hamas deployed armed men, restricted movement, and confiscated phones to suppress a planned “Day of Rage.” Alleged Targeting of Children: A UN inquiry report again accused Israel of deliberately targeting Palestinian children in Gaza, intensifying global condemnation.