Israeli Prime Minister <strong>Benjamin Netanyahu</strong> announced on Thursday that he has directed the Israeli army to increase control over the Gaza Strip, aiming for a takeover of <strong>70%</strong> of Palestinian territories. This decision comes amid severe humanitarian conditions faced by Gaza's residents.
Amid escalating political and military pressures, discussions about a ceasefire in the Israeli conflict face significant challenges. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's calculations appear to be a major obstacle to any progress, as the U.S. pushes for de-escalation while Tel Aviv remains cautious.
Displaced mothers in Lebanon, like <strong>Hawraa Houmani</strong>, are facing significant challenges following Israeli attacks in March. Hawraa, who was nine months pregnant, had to flee to Beirut, leaving her doctor behind.
UNICEF reports that more than <strong>370,000</strong> children in Lebanon have been displaced from their homes due to ongoing Israeli military actions against <strong>Hezbollah</strong>, resulting in the deaths of <strong>121</strong> children and injuries to <strong>399</strong> others.
Israeli threats to evacuate various areas in Lebanon have led to a significant increase in the number of displaced individuals, now exceeding one million. This surge has caused a sharp rise in rental prices, exacerbating the crisis of alternative housing.