AGP Executive Report

Gaza Ceasefire Violations: Israeli strikes killed at least two Palestinians in the south, including a municipal worker hit near Bureij, despite the ceasefire, while rights groups warn the “Yellow Line” is being pushed deeper into Gaza City and more homes are being destroyed. Humanitarian Pressure: Gaza’s crossings authority says only 18 aid trucks entered via Karem Abu Salem, as the Red Cross warns thousands buried under rubble may never be identified and decomposition makes identification harder. Medical & Detention: Prominent Gaza doctor Hussam Abu Safiya appeared by video link at Israel’s supreme court, as activists and supporters rally in London demanding his release and the broader release of Palestinian prisoners. West Bank Violence: Settler attacks continue, including reports of a disabled Palestinian man shot near Duma and injuries from strikes and raids across multiple West Bank areas. Global Protest & Sport: Pro-Palestinian protesters disrupted the FIFA World Cup opening in Toronto, demanding Israel be expelled from FIFA, while the Palestinian football chief Jibril Rajoub says the US and Canada denied visas. South Africa & Gaza Funding: Donors pulled millions from South Africa’s UCT after Gaza-related resolutions, and the university says the funding hit is in the tens of millions.

Gaza Under Fire: Israeli strikes and drone attacks killed at least three Palestinians in Gaza, with reports of deaths and injuries in Khan Younis, Bureij, and Gaza City as the ceasefire remains shaky. UNRWA Under Pressure: Kuwait urged stronger UNRWA protection at the UN Security Council, warning of an unprecedented campaign restricting the agency while humanitarian needs rise. Gaza Aid and Governance: Egypt’s foreign minister and Palestinian VP Hussein al-Sheikh discussed implementing the first phase of a Gaza ceasefire, including sustained aid access and an international stabilization force. West Bank Settler Violence: Settlers intensified attacks across the West Bank under Israeli protection, including shootings, road blockades, and arson in areas near Ramallah and Jenin. Prisoners’ Rights: Hamas warned that new measures at Ofer prison endanger Palestinian prisoners, while Islamic Jihad condemned ongoing abuse in Israeli jails. International Diplomacy: Israeli and Palestinian civil society groups met in France to urge the world not to abandon the two-state solution, ahead of G7 talks. UK Legal Fallout: In Britain, four Palestine Action activists were sentenced under terrorism laws over an Elbit Systems raid, drawing fresh backlash over “terrorism” enhancements. Humanitarian Support: JHCO and partners distributed tents to Gaza journalists affected by the war. Regional Watch: The US and Iran are again said to be close to a deal to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with signing timing disputed.

Palestinian Football: PFA chief Jibril Rajoub says the US and Canada denied him visas for 2026 World Cup events, leaving him stuck in Mexico City while FIFA says it can’t overrule US entry decisions. London Politics & Land: Mayor of London Sadiq Khan condemned a “Great Israeli Real Estate Event” in London, warning Britons not to do business in illegal West Bank settlements and urging police checks. UK Court Crackdown: A London court jailed four Palestine Action activists (“Filton Four”) for a total of more than 26 years over a 2024 raid on an Elbit-linked defence factory, with protests and mass arrests outside court. Gaza Civilian Protection: UN agencies warned civilians and aid infrastructure in Gaza remain at risk from Israeli strikes and shelling, including damage affecting aid access. Gaza Strike: An Israeli drone strike killed a municipal worker near Bureij camp, wounding three others. West Bank Violence: Settler attacks injured Palestinians near Ramallah and targeted Bedouin communities east of Ramallah, as Hebron residents held Friday prayers on lands threatened with confiscation. US-Iran Talks: Pakistan’s PM said the US and Iran agreed “final wording” for a deal to end their war, with mediators working on next steps.

Elections Roadmap: Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas announced legislative elections in November 2026 and a presidential vote in 2027, with plans to update key election laws and governance frameworks. West Bank Raids: Israeli forces arrested a former prisoner from Jenin during a raid near Zababdeh and carried out patrols in the Solomon’s Pools area south of Bethlehem. Gaza Under Fire: Israel intensified airstrikes, heavy gunfire and demolitions across Gaza, including shelling around Jabalia and attacks that damaged homes and shelters. Two-State Push in France: Israeli and Palestinian civil society groups met in Paris urging G7 backing for a two-state solution, warning the “window” is narrowing and calling for a permanent ceasefire and an end to settlement expansion. UK Court Sentences: A London judge jailed four Palestine Action activists over the 2024 Elbit Systems raid in Bristol, calling it a “terrorist connection,” while dozens of supporters were arrested outside court. Football & Visas: The head of the Palestinian Football Association said he’s still waiting for a US visa to attend the World Cup, despite accreditation. UNRWA Staff Fired: UNRWA fired 70 Gaza staffers after a watchdog probe flagged alleged links to Oct. 7, citing safety and security assessments.

West Bank Violence: Oxfam says more Palestinians were killed in the occupied West Bank from 2023 to end-2025 than in the prior 17 years combined, with tens of thousands displaced and movement restrictions spiking. Amnesty Report: Amnesty warns Israel is carrying out state-led ethnic cleansing and forced displacement, pointing to Bedouin and pastoral communities. Settler Assaults: The UN reports settler attacks have hit record levels, averaging six incidents a day and driving more displacement. Gaza Under Strain: Fresh Israeli strikes hit multiple areas as ceasefire tensions rise, while UNICEF says children remain at grave risk amid ongoing violations. Detainee Spotlight: Gaza doctor Hussam Abu Safiya appeared before Israel’s High Court by video link as his family and rights groups renew calls for release; he’s held without charge. Prisoner Release: Hamas co-founder Hassan Yousef was released from Israeli administrative detention near Hebron and taken to hospital in Ramallah. Diplomacy Push: Israeli and Palestinian civil society groups meet in France to urge a renewed push for a two-state solution, with a “Call for Action” to halt settlements and back Gaza reconstruction. UK Policy: UK Prime Minister Starmer says charities should not support illegal Israeli settlements, with regulators urged to investigate links. International Aid: UK, Australia and Canada launched a peace fund for two-state efforts and local peacebuilding. Protest Fallout (UK): A pro-Palestine protester who climbed Big Ben was convicted of public nuisance, costing taxpayers an estimated £67,000.

West Bank Settlements & Violence: UN OCHA says settler attacks causing casualties or damage have topped 1,000 this year, hitting 230+ communities and displacing 2,200+ Palestinians, with health and access restrictions worsening daily life. Settlement Expansion: Reports say Israel’s cabinet is set to approve major new funding for illegal West Bank settlements—69 sites/outposts—despite planning rules, as watchdogs warn annexation is being accelerated. Humanitarian Pressure in Gaza: EBRD and UNICEF launched a €500,000 grant to expand water, sanitation and hygiene plus cash support for vulnerable families, as displacement remains massive. Gaza Ceasefire Talks: Hamas says Cairo talks on implementing the US-brokered ceasefire are continuing, while Israel’s strikes reportedly continue. Detention & Court Cases: A prominent Gaza doctor, Hussam Abu Safiya, appeared by video link at Israel’s Supreme Court as his family and rights groups allege torture and deteriorating health; Israel denies wrongdoing. Media & Rights: Slovenia reversed arms restrictions on Israel, while Israel denied entry to a French journalist, sparking fresh press-freedom criticism. Regional Politics: The US-Israel relationship is reportedly straining over Iran and Lebanon, and Egypt faces a delicate balancing act amid the Iran war.

West Bank Accountability: Amnesty International accused Israel of a state-led “ethnic cleansing” campaign aimed at annexing the occupied West Bank, pointing to forced displacement and settlement-driven land loss. Settlements Expansion: Israel’s cabinet is set to approve funding for 61 new West Bank settlements, deepening fears of further territorial control. International Pressure: Britain, France, Canada, and Norway announced coordinated sanctions on networks financing settler violence, while rights groups said the measures don’t go far enough. Gaza Humanitarian Access: With Rafah reopened for limited medical evacuations, UN officials said evacuations can resume, though crossings remain tightly constrained. Detention and Courts: Gaza hospital director Hussam Abu Safiya appeared in Israel’s Supreme Court via video link, with his lawyers warning he’s held in harsh conditions and solitary confinement. Protest Under Scrutiny (US): Eight pro-Palestinian University of Michigan–affiliated activists were indicted in the US over an alleged intimidation and vandalism campaign tied to divestment demands. Diplomacy: Palestinian PM Mohammad Mustafa met the EU’s Mediterranean commissioner to discuss settlement expansion and Gaza’s worsening humanitarian situation.

Hebron Incident Under Scrutiny: B’Tselem released footage disputing Israel’s account of the killing of 7-month-old Sam Fahd Abu Haikal after soldiers opened fire on his family’s car; the NGO says the vehicle slowed and stopped, and alleges troops left without checking or aiding the wounded infant. UN & Rights Findings: A UN commission says Palestinians are “victims of all sides,” but places primary responsibility for West Bank settler violence on Israel, calling it part of state policy tied to occupation, settlement entrenchment, annexation and displacement. Amnesty on Bedouin Displacement: Amnesty accuses Israel of state-led “ethnic cleansing” of West Bank Bedouin and herding communities in Area C, saying forced displacement is driven by coordinated government policy, not just settlers. West Bank Firefighting Blocked: Reuters reports settlers obstructed firefighters trying to put out a blaze near Taybeh, with the army temporarily stopping access for “security coordination.” Gaza Humanitarian Fallout: A report highlights urgent long-term prosthetic care needs for Gaza’s child amputees, warning that growth and scarce rehab services leave many without sustained treatment. International Pressure: Multiple Western countries announced sanctions targeting networks linked to settler violence, while the EU says it can offer “discreet support” for Land Flotilla activists detained in Libya.

Gaza Ceasefire Deadlock: Egypt-mediated talks in Cairo hit a wall over Hamas disarmament, with weapons the only major sticking point while other issues see progress. Humanitarian Pressure: Gaza’s health ministry says Israel is blocking thousands of patients from medical travel, and border closures tied to Iran tensions have further delayed care. West Bank Annexation & Settler Violence: Amnesty warns Israel is accelerating annexation through state-backed ethnic cleansing of Bedouin and herding communities in Area C, while UN reporting says Israeli forces shield settlers during attacks. International Sanctions Push: France bans far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich from entering, as the UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Norway and others announce coordinated sanctions and new guidance discouraging business activity in illegal settlements. Evidence of Abuses: B’Tselem released video alleging an Israeli soldier shot a seven-month-old Palestinian baby in Hebron, and UN reporting highlights abuses by both Hamas and Israeli forces. Gaza Resilience: A Gaza tech incubator and UCAS-linked hub are rebuilding after being destroyed, showing entrepreneurship survives despite the war.

Gaza Humanitarian Pressure: UN says the only cargo crossing into Gaza, Kerem Shalom, reopened after a two-day closure, but aid needs remain “immense” as Israel limits access and crossings. Medical Crisis: Gaza’s Health Ministry warns Israel is blocking more than 16,500 Palestinians from leaving for medical treatment abroad, saying delays could cost lives. West Bank Settler Violence: Six Western countries announced coordinated sanctions on networks and individuals they accuse of financing and enabling settler violence, while France also banned Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich from entering. UN Inquiry on Impunity: A UN-mandated report says Israeli authorities enable settler attacks and shield violence, while civilians are trapped between Israeli forces, settlers, and Hamas’s fear-based rule. Gaza Death Toll: Palestinian sources report 72,988 martyrs since Oct 7, 2023, with ongoing strikes even amid ceasefire claims. Diplomatic Fallout: Italy launched an investigation into Itamar Ben-Gvir over alleged mistreatment of Gaza flotilla activists, sparking a sharp exchange with Italy’s foreign minister. Education Under Attack: Palestine’s education ministry says killings of students and education staff since Oct 7, 2023 have reached 21,701, with hundreds of schools and university buildings destroyed or damaged.

Gaza Humanitarian Access: UN chief António Guterres and UN envoy OCHA warn that Israel’s closure of Gaza crossings has halted aid inflows, leaving civilians without predictable access to essentials. Ceasefire Talks in Cairo: Mediators and Palestinian factions met in Cairo to push the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire, with Turkish intelligence chief İbrahim Kalın joining discussions on a roadmap, governance, reconstruction, and an international force. Health Workers Detained: Gaza’s Health Ministry demanded the release of detained Red Crescent ambulance drivers, saying medics were stopped on a main highway while carrying out medical duties. West Bank Settler Violence: Reports say illegal Israeli settlers set a Palestinian vehicle on fire in the occupied West Bank, as settler attacks and demolitions continue. Italy vs Ben-Gvir: Italy opened an investigation into Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir over a video involving humiliating treatment of Gaza flotilla activists; Italy also summoned the Israeli ambassador for clarifications. Regional Escalation: Israel and Iran appeared to pause strikes after trading fire, but missiles and interceptions raised fresh fears of a wider regional war. Legal/Detention Spotlight (US): Lawyers for Salah Sarsour say his health is deteriorating in Indiana immigration detention and that religious freedoms are being denied.

Gaza Ceasefire Under Strain: Israeli strikes killed at least six Palestinians on Monday, including an 8-year-old, as Cairo mediators tried to salvage a fragile US-brokered truce. Humanitarian Blockade: Israel suspended Gaza aid deliveries and closed crossings after Iran’s missile attack, deepening shortages despite claims of “enough” aid. West Bank Settlement Push: Bulldozers paved a new settlement road in Aboud west of Ramallah, clearing over a kilometer of Palestinian agricultural land. Arrests & Detention: Israeli forces arrested a Palestinian at the Container checkpoint near occupied Quds; the Palestinian Prisoners Club also said the number of women prisoners in Israeli jails has risen to about 95. International Pressure: The UN blacklisted Israel over sexual violence allegations; Italy opened an investigation into Ben-Gvir over claims of torture and kidnapping of flotilla activists. UK Politics: Over 130 Labour MPs urged a ban on trade with illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank. Regional Escalation: Iran and Israel halted attacks after Trump urged an immediate stop, but Netanyahu warned Israel will respond if Iran strikes again.

Gaza Ceasefire Talks: Mediators and Palestinian factions met in Cairo to push the next phase of the Gaza truce, but disputes over disarmament and reconstruction kept the process stuck. Iran–Israel Escalation: Iran and Israel traded strikes again, with sirens heard across Israel and the occupied West Bank after missile barrages; Israel also closed Gaza crossings and halted aid following the attacks. Humanitarian Aid: The UAE’s Emirates Red Crescent announced new Gaza support worth AED 36.7 million, while four UAE convoys delivered 740 tonnes of food into Gaza. West Bank Violence: Palestinian farmers in the central West Bank rushed to harvest as settlers set crops on fire, amid a wider pattern of attacks. Prisoner Health: Gaza hospital chief Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya was reported held in harsh solitary confinement with medication access cut off. Press Spotlight: A Dutch investigation documenting alleged deliberate targeting of Gaza children won a European Press Prize.

Gaza Ceasefire Under Fire: Israeli strikes killed at least 10 Palestinians and wounded dozens, including a hit on a Hamas-run police station near Khan Younis and another strike on a vehicle in Gaza City, as mediators push to salvage a fragile US-brokered truce. Cairo Talks: Hamas says disarmament can’t happen until Israel fully withdraws, while Palestinian factions and mediators resume consultations on the next phase of the ceasefire. West Bank Infant Death Probe: Israel’s military police opened an investigation into the killing of seven-month-old Sam Fahd Abu Haikal near Hebron after soldiers fired on a family car; the family disputes Israel’s account. Settler Violence and Land: AFP reports Palestinian farmers in the central West Bank are racing to harvest after settlers set crops on fire, amid rising rural attacks. Regional Escalation: Netanyahu says Israel is tightening pressure on Hamas and claims it controls about 50% of Gaza’s area, aiming for 70%, as strikes and cross-border tensions continue. International Pressure: European countries, including France, plan new national sanctions targeting individuals linked to West Bank settler violence. Humanitarian Reality: Gaza’s civil defence and hospitals report ongoing deaths and injuries despite the ceasefire, with aid and basic services still under strain.

Gaza Ceasefire Under Strain: Israeli strikes killed at least 10 people in Gaza City’s Jawazat camp for displaced people, while mediators push stalled talks in Cairo; Hamas says Israel is trying to derail the ceasefire. West Bank Fatalities: A seven-month-old Palestinian baby, Sam Fahd Abu Haikal, was killed near Hebron as his parents were wounded, and Israeli forces also shot at a car in the West Bank, killing another infant. Humanitarian Crisis: Gaza’s tent-city residents say there are no proper toilets, and al-Aqsa Hospital’s ICU warns of an imminent power outage as fuel dwindles. International Pressure: France is coordinating with other countries on national sanctions—asset freezes and travel bans—against individuals linked to West Bank settler violence. Europe Security: Greece arrested a 37-year-old Palestinian man in Crete over alleged Hamas-linked planning of attacks, with investigations tied to arrests in Cyprus. Aid Delivery: Four UAE aid convoys carrying 740 tonnes of food entered Gaza under “Operation Chivalrous Knight 3.” Sports & Solidarity: Kyrgyzstan and Palestine played to a 0-0 draw in Bishkek, with proceeds directed to humanitarian aid.

Gaza Ceasefire Under Strain: Israeli strikes killed at least seven Palestinians, including two women, in Gaza City as Cairo talks resumed to protect a fragile truce; medics reported 15 wounded, while the Gaza health ministry said the overall death toll has reached 72,961 martyrs and 173,092 injured since Oct. 7, 2023. West Bank Infant Killed: A seven-month-old baby, Sam Fahd Abu Haikal, was shot dead near Hebron after Israeli forces opened fire on a family vehicle; his parents were wounded, and the incident is under review. Funeral and Accountability Demands: The child was laid to rest in Hebron as his father rejected claims of “mistake,” calling for accountability. Diplomatic Pressure on Israel: Ireland banned entry for Israeli ministers Smotrich and Ben-Gvir and said it will move toward restricting trade in goods from West Bank settlements; France opened a probe into alleged war crimes and torture tied to Gaza flotilla detainees. Humanitarian Breakdown: Gaza’s ambulance services warned of a possible shutdown due to bans on importing spare parts, oils, and batteries, while reports said Israeli forces control about 70% of the Strip. International Rights Scrutiny: A UN report blacklisted Israeli forces for alleged sexual violence against Palestinian detainees, which Israel denies. Regional Tensions: Iran fired missiles and drones toward Bahrain and Kuwait, with the U.S. saying it intercepted some, as the Gulf remains on edge.