Palestinian territories

French Member of the European Parliament Rima Hassan faces trial for sharing a quote attributed to Kōzō Okamoto, a militant linked to a 1972 Israeli airport attack, which prosecutors allege constitutes an apology for terrorism. Hassan argues the case is politically motivated and aims to silence pro-Palestinian voices, emphasizing her advocacy for Palestinian rights and resistance philosophy.

Funeral ceremonies for Ali Khamenei began in Tehran with millions of mourners and delegations from over 100 countries. Diplomatic efforts between Washington and Tehran continue amid tensions in Lebanon and the occupied Palestinian territories.

Israeli hostage Guy Gilboa-Dalal recounted sexual abuse during his captivity in Gaza and urged victims to speak out. The United Nations reported rising conflict-related sexual violence, including verified cases by Israeli and Hamas forces, though some allegations remain unverified due to restricted access.

Palestinian leader Abbas has announced elections after 20 years without presidential and legislative elections in the Palestinian territories, which have been under war and occupation, with Mahmoud Abbas ruling by decree.

France banned Israel's far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich from entering the country as part of sanctions against Israeli officials over policies toward Palestinian territories and pro-Palestinian activists. Smotrich is the second Israeli minister banned, following National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's ban on May 23.

The UK has stated for the first time that there should be no economic involvement in illegal Israeli settlements and will advise businesses against such activity. The government will impose sanctions on six entities and one individual linked to settler attacks in the West Bank, in coordination with France, Norway, Canada, New Zealand, and Australia.

The article discusses escalating tensions between Israel and Turkey over the past year, with warnings of a potential military conflict driven by disputes over Syria, Palestinian territories, and regional security. In December 2025, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused Ankara of seeking to restore Ottoman imperial control over the Levant.

The Israeli government is accused of conducting a hostile takeover of Palestinian territories, prompting calls to shift terminology from 'settlers' to 'invaders' to reflect the perceived illegality and aggression of the actions.