Israel ‘methodically destroying’ Gaza, say health workers – POLITICO

Israel ‘methodically destroying’ Gaza, say health workers – POLITICO

‘Everyone … is malnourished’ Ana Jeelani, an orthopedic surgeon in Liverpool, first went to Gaza in March via the Rafah Crossing with Egypt. During her first trip, Rafah was crowded, its population swollen by Palestinians displaced from other parts of the Gaza Strip. “There were lights, there were buildings, there was life. I saw children … Read more

Cyclist Files Lawsuit After Oregon Ambulance Hits Him, Then Charges Him $1,800 For Hospital Ride

Cyclist Files Lawsuit After Oregon Ambulance Hits Him, Then Charges Him ,800 For Hospital Ride

A cyclist in Oregon has filed a lawsuit after an incident in which an ambulance allegedly struck him, causing injuries and destroying his bicycle, only to then charge him nearly $1,800 for transporting him to the hospital. The lawsuit, filed by 71-year-old William Hoesch, raises questions about medical billing practices, the cost of emergency care, … Read more

Ukraine faces toughest winter yet as energy shortages loom  – POLITICO

Ukraine faces toughest winter yet as energy shortages loom  – POLITICO

Attacks on Ukraine’s nuclear plants would be particularly serious, said Kharchenko, the analyst. Kyiv’s reactors currently provide 60 percent of the country’s total power output and any missile strikes on the energy infrastructure supporting those plants could put them out of commission.  Last month, Ukraine urged the European Union for help, fearing Russia would soon … Read more

Israeli strikes kill 22 in Gaza; terror suspected in Tel Aviv truck-ramming – POLITICO

Israeli strikes kill 22 in Gaza; terror suspected in Tel Aviv truck-ramming – POLITICO

In a separate development, a truck rammed into a bus stop near the Israeli city of Tel Aviv, in what police believe was a terror attack, according to media reports. More than 30 people were injured in the incident, according to Israel’s Magen David Adom rescue service. The attack occurred near the headquarters of Israel’s … Read more

Hospitals, schools in ruins; over 40K killed

Hospitals, schools in ruins; over 40K killed

On the first anniversary of the genocidal attack on Gaza that began on October 7, 2023, the Palestinian government’s media office revealed that Israel has committed nearly 42,000 massacres throughout the year, leading to a humanitarian disaster marked by the destruction of essential infrastructure, including schools and hospitals. According to various sources, the conflict has … Read more

Israel bombards northern Gaza and southern Beirut, stepping up attacks on Iran proxies – POLITICO

Israel bombards northern Gaza and southern Beirut, stepping up attacks on Iran proxies – POLITICO

Israel has also vowed to strike Iran itself after it launched a ballistic missile attack on the country last week. The conflict threatens to widen into a regional war, and also risks drawing in the U.S., which has provided military and diplomatic support to Israel, as well as U.S.-allied Arab countries that host American forces. … Read more

Iran open to cease-fire efforts in Lebanon — if Israel stops bombing Gaza – POLITICO

Iran open to cease-fire efforts in Lebanon — if Israel stops bombing Gaza – POLITICO

As the Iranian minister met with Lebanese and Hezbollah officials in Beirut, Israel continued to pick off top Hezbollah commanders with airstrikes. Hashem Safieddine, seen as Nasrallah’s most likely successor, was possibly among the dead in a series punishing Israeli attacks on the southern suburbs of Beirut this week. Israeli officials say they are still … Read more

No more pagers, walkie-talkies on flights from Beirut – POLITICO

No more pagers, walkie-talkies on flights from Beirut – POLITICO

While Israel has not commented directly on the blasts, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant said its war in the region is entering a “new phase,” hours after announcing Israeli troops would be moved to the north of the country. Israel has been battling Hamas in the Gaza Strip since October last year, killing at least … Read more

Act now to ensure health policies address the burgeoning demands of Myopia – POLITICO

Act now to ensure health policies address the burgeoning demands of Myopia – POLITICO

By 2050, the direct cost of myopia is projected to be $870 billion globally The WHO has spotlighted the urgency of global policy review to ensure the needs of children with myopia are met with the launch of the SPECS 2030 initiative, aiming to tackle the main causes of vision impairment through developing advocacy, raising … Read more

Thousands injured as Hezbollah pagers explode in Lebanon – POLITICO

Thousands injured as Hezbollah pagers explode in Lebanon – POLITICO

Iranian state media said Mojtaba Amani, Tehran’s ambassador to Lebanon, was among those injured. Lebanon’s Health Minister Firass Abiad said in an interview with Al Jazeera that an eight-year-old girl was among the dead. At least 170 people are in critical condition, Abiad added. Speaking at a news conference, he said many hospitals in the … Read more