Gaza to hold first local election in two decades
Gaza is set to hold its first local election in 20 years, with municipal voting scheduled to take place in Deir al-Balah this weekend.Hamas, the dominant political group in Gaza, has announced that it will not participate in the elections.Residents of Deir al-Balah have expressed hope that the elections will provide an opportunity to address longstanding local issues that have persisted during the two decades without municipal voting.The elections mark a significant political development in Gaza, potentially impacting local governance and the broader regional dynamics.This event is notable as it breaks a long period without local democratic processes in the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Apr 2026 11:32 LONDON
Syrian authorities arrest main suspect in 2013 Tadamon massacre
Syrian authorities have arrested Amjad Youssef, the main suspect accused of involvement in the 2013 Tadamon massacre in Damascus.The arrest took place in the Al-Ghab Plain area of Hama province following a tightly executed security operation involving days of surveillance and tracking.Youssef, a former military intelligence officer under the Assad regime, was responsible for security operations in southern Damascus during the Syrian uprising.He was seen in leaked video footage shooting blindfolded civilians who had been detained with their hands bound.The massacre involved the killing of at least 41 civilians on April 16, 2013.The victims were executed and buried in mass... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Apr 2026 11:30 LONDON
UN Reports Over 38,000 Women and Girls Killed in Gaza War Between 2023 and 2025
A recent report by UN Women has revealed that more than 38,000 women and girls were killed in Gaza between October 2023 and December 2025 during Israel's military offensive.This figure represents over half of the total fatalities reported by Gaza's Ministry of Health during the same period.The Gaza Ministry of Health recorded 71,200 deaths since the start of the conflict, which began following a Hamas-led attack on southern Israel in October 2023.The report highlights that women, children, and older persons together account for more than half of all fatalities.The report also notes that fatality peaks among women and girls coincided... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Apr 2026 06:31 LONDON
Israeli air strike kills five Palestinians in northern Gaza
An Israeli drone strike near a mosque in Beit Lahia, northern Gaza Strip, killed five Palestinians, including three children, on the evening of April 22, 2026.The victims were identified as Abdullah al-Abed, 9, Salah al-Abed, 12, Mohammad Balousha, 14, Alaa Balousha, 46, and Anas Abu Foul, 19.The Israeli military stated that the strike targeted a "terrorist" who had approached Israeli troops near the Yellow Line, a boundary marking Israeli-held territory, and posed an immediate threat.Palestinian officials and medics confirmed the fatalities and the location of the strike near a mosque.The Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza reported that since the ceasefire... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Apr 2026 13:31 LONDON
Louisiana killer's history of violent threats revealed
Shamar Elkins, who killed eight children in a violent rampage in Louisiana, had a documented history of severe mental health problems and violent threats, according to his family.The deadly attack has left the local community deeply scarred and raised concerns about domestic violence and mental health issues in the area.Authorities have confirmed the deaths of eight children in the incident and noted the perpetrator's prior mental health struggles.This event highlights the urgent need for improved mental health support and violence prevention measures in communities facing similar challenges.Elkins' family disclosed that he had been suffering from severe mental health problems before... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Apr 2026 01:00 LONDON
British Jews report rising antisemitism and consider emigration
British Jews have reported a significant increase in antisemitic abuse, including threats and harassment, prompting many to contemplate leaving the United Kingdom.Amanda, a 47-year-old volunteer and school governor in a London suburb, described being spat at, called a "baby killer," and receiving a death threat over the past two years because of her Jewish identity.Amanda, who previously wore a Star of David pendant openly, now fears displaying Jewish symbols as it marks her as a target.She told BBC Panorama that living openly as a Jewish person in the UK has become uncomfortable and unsafe.In a WhatsApp group of about 20... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Apr 2026 07:03 LONDON
Hamas Officials Indicate Willingness to Relinquish Some Weapons
Two senior Hamas officials in Gaza have stated that the group is prepared to hand over some automatic rifles and other arms.This concession is limited and does not meet the full demands set by Israel and the United States.The announcement was made on April 19, 2026, marking a potential shift in the ongoing conflict negotiations.The officials confirmed readiness to relinquish certain weapons but stopped short of agreeing to full disarmament.No casualties or disruptions have been reported in connection with this development.There has also been no detailed official response from Israel or the United States regarding the concession.This development is significant... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Apr 2026 21:00 LONDON
