Israel bars foreign reporters in Gaza. Al Jazeera accuses Israel of killing its reporters, including Anas al-Sharif. CPJ reports 178 journalists killed by Israel since Oct 2023. Accusations of Hamas links are refuted.
EU official Ribera criticizes EU's inaction on Gaza, stating the situation "looks increasingly" like genocide. She urges concrete action and calls for a ceasefire and aid access.
UK PM Starmer may recognize Palestinian statehood if Israel doesn't act on Gaza. France urges recognition, condemned by Israel. Move aims to isolate Hamas and resolve conflict. Two-state solution gains traction.
Israeli forces fired on diplomats in Jenin, sparking international condemnation. France, Belgium, and Germany demand explanations. Incident follows EU consideration of Israel agreement review due to Gaza conflict.
