LIVE BLOG: Four Gaza Journalists Killed, Including Anas Al-Sharif, as UN Official Speaks of ‘Full-Fledged Famine’ – Day 673

Israel has continued to use starvation of civilians as a weapon of war against Palestinians in Gaza. (Photo: via QNN)

By Palestine Chronicle Staff  

Demonstrators broke into the Channel 13 studios during the live broadcast of a popular program, calling for an end to the war in Gaza.

Meanwhile, the OIC, GCC, and Arab League jointly condemned Israel’s plan to fully occupy Gaza, calling it illegal, a threat to peace, and a continuation of war crimes against Palestinians.

Since October 7, 2023, Israel has killed 61,430 and injured 153,213 others, the majority of whom are women and children, according to the Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza.

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Mon, Aug 11, 12:17 AM (Palestine Time)

Palestinian Journalists Anas Al-Sharif and Mohammed Qraiqea Killed

AL-JAZEERA: The director of Al-Shifa Medical Complex confirmed the deaths of Palestinian journalists Anas al-Sharif and Mohammed Qreiqa after an Israeli strike hit their tent.

Mon, Aug 11, 12:17 AM (Palestine Time)

Strike Targets Main Gate of Al-Shifa Hospital

AL-JAZEERA: An Israeli strike targeted the main entrance of Al-Shifa Medical Complex in Gaza City.

Mon, Aug 11, 12:17 AM (Palestine Time)

Israeli High Court Freezes Dismissal of Attorney General

ISRAELI MEDIA: The Supreme Court has frozen the decision to dismiss the government’s attorney general pending petitions filed against it.

Mon, Aug 11, 12:17 AM (Palestine Time)

Slovenian Envoy: Broad Support for Palestinian State

AL-JAZEERA: Slovenia’s envoy to the Security Council told Al Jazeera that members were united against Israel’s decision to launch a new operation in Gaza and that strong calls were made to invoke Chapter 7 to end the crisis. He added that a conference two weeks ago reflected broad support for the establishment of a Palestinian state.

Sun, Aug 10, 8:08 PM (Palestine Time)

Civil Defense Warns of Collapse Without Fuel

GAZA CIVIL DEFENSE: Warned that without fuel, its teams may halt operations entirely. Reported receiving pleas to rescue two children trapped for 14 days on Salah al-Din Street.

Sun, Aug 10, 8:08 PM (Palestine Time)

UK: Israel Must Lift Aid Restrictions

BRITISH DEPUTY UN ENVOY: Warned that Israel’s escalation will displace around one million people. Said fragmented aid is inadequate and called for lifting aid restrictions on Gaza.

Sun, Aug 10, 6:06 PM (Palestine Time)

52 Killed in Gaza Since Dawn, Including 26 Aid Seekers

GAZA HOSPITALS: Medical sources reported 52 Palestinians killed by Israeli fire in various parts of Gaza since dawn, including 26 people waiting for aid.

Sun, Aug 10, 6:06 PM (Palestine Time)

Netanyahu: New Gaza Offensive to Be Completed Quickly

NETANYAHU’S OFFICE: Netanyahu pledged to create “safe zones” for Gaza residents, keep the military timetable short, and open new aid distribution centers. Claimed Israel’s aim is to destroy Hamas strongholds and counter “global lies” about Gaza.

Sun, Aug 10, 6:06 PM (Palestine Time)

Five Aid Seekers Killed in Southern Gaza

NASSER MEDICAL COMPLEX: Five Palestinians waiting for aid were killed by Israeli fire near the Morag axis south of Khan Younis.

Sun, Aug 10, 6:06 PM (Palestine Time)

Brussels Airport Baggage Handlers Call to Suspend El Al Services

AL-JAZEERA: The Brussels Airport Baggage Hanbdlers Union called to halt services for Israel’s El Al airline and other flights to Israel until the war on Gaza ends.

Sun, Aug 10, 3:20 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Parties Threaten to Dissolve Government Over Gaza Occupation Plan

JERUSALEM POST: A Religious Zionism party official said the party will push to dissolve the government if Israel’s Gaza occupation plan, approved early Friday, is not changed. Israel Beiteinu is reportedly seeking an urgent Knesset session to discuss the updated invasion and occupation plan for Gaza City.

Sun, Aug 10, 3:20 PM (Palestine Time)

Al-Quds Brigades: Rocket Fire on Nahal Oz and Kfar Sa’ad

AL-QUDS BRIGADES: The Al-Quds Brigades said they fired rockets at Nahal Oz and Kfar Sa’ad in the Gaza envelope.

Sun, Aug 10, 3:20 PM (Palestine Time)

Two Interceptor Missiles Fired in Gaza Envelope

ISRAELI CHANNEL 12: Two interceptor missiles were launched after sirens sounded in the Gaza envelope area.

Sun, Aug 10, 3:20 PM (Palestine Time)

Gaza Health Ministry: 61 Killed in 24 Hours

GAZA HEALTH MINISTRY: Sixty-one Palestinians were killed and 363 wounded in Israeli attacks over the past 24 hours, including 35 killed and 304 wounded among aid seekers. The total death toll since October 7, 2023, has risen to 61,430, with 153,213 injured.

Sun, Aug 10, 3:20 PM (Palestine Time)

Save the Children: 100 Children Dead from Israeli-Induced Starvation

SAVE THE CHILDREN: Israel’s blockade is starving Gaza’s children to death, with 100 confirmed dead so far. The famine is a man-made crisis that could have been entirely prevented, and airdrops are dangerous and inadequate for a population being bombed and starved.

Sun, Aug 10, 3:20 PM (Palestine Time)

Families of Captives Urge Labor Unions to Join Strike

ISRAELI CHANNEL 12: Captive families will meet the head of the Histadrut labor federation tomorrow to press for the union to join their strike.

Sun, Aug 10, 3:20 PM (Palestine Time)

Medical Source: Severe Shortages in Gaza Hospitals

AL-JAZEERA: Spokesperson for Al-Shuhada Al-Aqsa Hospital told Al Jazeera that there is a severe shortage of medical supplies and hospitals are overcrowded with the wounded.

Sun, Aug 10, 12:48 PM (Palestine Time)

Qassam Brigades, Security Units Target Collaborators behind Aid Looting

PALESTINE CHRONICLE: Qassam Brigades and Gaza’s Interior Ministry units executed aid thieves accused of collaborating with Israel, part of a broader campaign against organized gangs blamed for looting humanitarian convoys under occupation protection.

Qassam Brigades, Security Units Target Collaborators behind Aid Looting

Sun, Aug 10, 11:38 AM (Palestine Time)

Families of Israeli Captives Plan August 17 Action

ISRAELI CHANNEL 13: Families of Israeli captives announced a plan to paralyze key sectors of Israel’s economy on August 17.

Sun, Aug 10, 11:38 AM (Palestine Time)

NYT: UK and France Discuss Joint Recognition of Palestinian State

THE NEW YORK TIMES: A British official said London and Paris discussed jointly recognizing the State of Palestine, and that French President Emmanuel Macron announced the idea without informing UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. French frustration grew over Israel’s refusal to curb military operations or plan for Gaza’s stability after the war.

Sun, Aug 10, 11:38 AM (Palestine Time)

Four Aid Seekers Killed in Netzarim by Israeli Fire

PALESTINIAN MEDIA (citing hospital sources): Four Palestinians were killed and several others wounded when Israeli forces opened fire on aid seekers in the Netzarim area, central Gaza.

Sun, Aug 10, 10:33 AM (Palestine Time)

Gaza Death Toll Rises

GAZA HEALTH MINISTRY: In the past 24 hours, 47 Palestinians were killed, including 40 aid seekers. The total death toll has risen to over 61,639, with more than 152,850 wounded since the start of the genocide.

Sun, Aug 10, 10:33 AM (Palestine Time)

The Guardian: Lethal Plan Targeting Gaza’s Food Seekers

THE GUARDIAN: An investigation found that Palestinians seeking food in Gaza face indiscriminate gunfire at aid distribution sites as part of a “lethal plan.” The Israeli army reportedly follows a repeated pattern of shooting at those trying to get food, calling it reckless and irresponsible

Sun, Aug 10, 10:33 AM (Palestine Time)

Walla: US Pressure to Prevent Gaza Occupation

WALLA: Political sources said the United States is pressuring Israel to avoid occupying the Gaza Strip and instead push for a deal. All recent US moves aim to block the occupation, with President Trump seeking to present a new proposal.

Sun, Aug 10, 10:33 AM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Soldiers Assault Palestinian Near Salfit

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: A Palestinian man from Kifl Haris in Salfit was severely beaten by Israeli soldiers early Sunday.

Sun, Aug 10, 10:33 AM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Forces Raid Jericho, Block Ambulance Access

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Israeli forces prevented an ambulance from reaching a wounded Palestinian during a raid on Jericho.

Sun, Aug 10, 1:18 AM (Palestine Time)

Smotrich: Lost Confidence in Netanyahu’s Ability to Win in Gaza

ISRAELI MEDIA: During the latest meeting of the security cabinet, Smotrich said he lost faith in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s ability to achieve “victory” in Gaza. He objected to the “gradual plan” for full occupation, calling instead for a swift, large-scale military operation to seize the entire Strip and establish settlements there.

Sun, Aug 10, 1:18 AM (Palestine Time)

Tens of Thousands Block Streets in Tel Aviv against Netanyahu’s Decisions

ISRAELI MEDIA: Tens of thousands of Israelis blocked streets in central Tel Aviv in protests against the government, demanding a prisoner exchange deal with the Palestinian resistance.

Sun, Aug 10, 12:01 AM (Palestine Time)

Protesters Storm Israel’s Channel 13 Studios Demanding End to War

ISRAELI MEDIA: Demonstrators broke into the Channel 13 studios during the live broadcast of a popular program, calling for an end to the war in Gaza.

Sun, Aug 10, 12:01 AM (Palestine Time)

47 Killed in Gaza Since Dawn

GAZA HOSPITAL SOURCES: Forty-seven Palestinians have been killed by Israeli army fire in various areas of the Strip since dawn Saturday, including 40 aid seekers.

Sun, Aug 10, 12:01 AM (Palestine Time)

Al-Qassam Bombards Israeli Forces East of Gaza City

AL-QASSAM BRIGADES: The group said on Telegram it shelled an Israeli command and control site on Sourani Hill, east of Al-Tuffah neighborhood, with several mortar shells.

Sun, Aug 10, 12:01 AM (Palestine Time)

Protesters Begin Blocking Roads in Central Tel Aviv

ISRAELI MEDIA: Demonstrators began blocking roads in central Tel Aviv as part of anti-government protests.

Sun, Aug 10, 12:01 AM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Government to Approve Mobilizing Tens of Thousands of Reservists

ISRAELI CHANNEL 13: The government will approve tomorrow the mobilization of tens of thousands of reservists. Senior army officers criticized the planned military operation in Gaza, which involves heavy firepower and gradual takeovers of neighborhoods in Gaza City.

1 Comment

  1. A prediction. They’ll pay Gvir to assassinate Nazinyahu, then put him in position of Prime Minister. We know they’re never going to stop. Their goals are to dominate and annex West Bank, and everywhere else. They won’t stop and just give up. And they shouldn’t be rewarded with a two-state solution. There’s only room for one state: Palestine. The Israeli Nazis can all go back to their original countries, including my America-where they’ll be killed for what they’ve done. No one likes them. They’ve dug their own graves and they are very shallow…

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