GAZA: A series of Israeli airstrikes on the Al-Zeitoun neighbourhood in southern Gaza has led to the deaths of 22 civilians, with many others injured. Local sources reported that the airstrikes specifically targeted areas housing displaced persons, WAFA News Agency reported. In addition to the fatalities, around 30 individuals were reported injured in the attacks, which also included strikes on the Al-Falah school in the same neighbourhood, with victims being transported to hospital for treatment. Source: Emirates News Agency
EU Appoints Ilze Brands Kehris as New Special Representative for Human Rights
October 20, 2026
Brussels:The Council of the European Union has appointed Ilze Brands Kehris, a Latvian national, as the new EU Special Representative