Children of Gaza

Significant News on Nov 13

  1. Netanyahu Opposes Palestinian Authority Regaining Gaza Control After War. Israeli PM Netanyahu says Palestinian Authority will not be allowed to regain control of Gaza . Netanyahu claimed that the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) will remain in Gaza for an unspecified time. Several Arab foreign ministers told US Secretary of State that they would not be able to control post-war Gaza. (Source: Barak Ravid, Axios)
  2. Israel-Hamas War Divides Europe Between Two Opposing Worldviews. The Israel-Hamas war has divided Europe’s governments and people between two opposing worldviews. The report, released on November 12, 2023, found that the war has exacerbated existing anti-Semitism and Islamophobia in Europe. (Source: Maria Fantappiè, Institute of International Affairs)
  3. Malaysia Emerges as Asia’s Most Outspoken Supporter of Hamas: Malaysia has emerged as Asia’s most outspoken supporter of Hamas. In a statement, Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob said that his country will maintain formal ties with Hamas. A few people criticised, fearing it may affect foreign investment. (Source: Assessment, Stratfor)
  4. Wars in Gaza and Ukraine Exacerbating Global Divisions May Lead to Split Economy. The wars in Gaza and Ukraine are exacerbating global divisions and may lead to a significant geopolitical reconfiguration. The report finds that the wars could split of the global economy into two blocs, favoring China. (Source: Brahma Chellaney, ASPI)
  • Pakistan Detaining Afghan Refugees in Unlawful Centers. Amnesty International has called on Pakistan to halt mass detentions and deportations of Afghan refugees. It says there is a widespread human rights violations in the country’s detention centers. (Source: Amnesty International)