Malaysia keeps ban on entry for Israeli citizens
At least eight U.S. lawmakers have protested the policy and urged Washington to review cooperation with Kuala Lumpur.
Antara News, Republika +2
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#Gaza
NYC mayor says city lacks power to arrest Netanyahu on ICC warrant
Why it matters: Zohran Mamdani said only the federal government could act, despite calling the Israeli leader unwelcome in New York.
The New York Times, BBC News (World) +4
UK Defense Minister Wes Streeting stands by war-crimes claim on Israel
Streeting did not retract the remarks after joining Andy Burnham’s cabinet, while arms purchases remain subject to government procedures.
Bloomberg, Republika
Trump says Netanyahu will not be arrested in the US
The comment came after New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani said the city lacks independent authority to enforce the ICC warrant.
Bloomberg, The New York Times +9
Hamas picks Khalil al-Hayya to lead political bureau after Sinwar
What’s next: A political bureau meeting in Istanbul is expected within days to dissolve the current leadership council and start a restructuring.
Bloomberg, BBC News (World) +3
Netanyahu’s office attacks NYC mayor over arrest threat
What’s new: The clash centers on whether New York could act on the ICC warrant if Netanyahu attends the UN meeting in September.
Bloomberg, The New York Times +4
NYC mayor weighs Netanyahu arrest during September UN meeting
What's next: City lawyers are reviewing whether New York has any power to detain a visiting foreign leader at the UN.
The Straits Times, Antara News +1
13 Maine Democrats vie to replace Platner before July 25 vote
Why it matters: The party’s pick will challenge Sen. Susan Collins in a race that could help decide Senate control.
13 Maine Democrats vie to replace Platner in Senate race
What's next: The party will pick a new nominee at its July 25 convention to take on Sen. Susan Collins in a race tied to Senate control.
House rejects 314-104 bid to cut off $3.3 billion in Israel aid
What’s new: 103 Democrats backed the failed amendment, exposing a sharper split in the party over the Gaza war.
The New York Times, Bloomberg +4
Israeli strike on Jabalia police post killed 7 as Gaza ceasefire frays
What's new: at least 12 people were killed across Gaza in two days, with Israel and Hamas trading claims over whether slain police were militants.
EU and donors launch 883.6 million euro fund for Gaza
The initial funding will clear rubble and restore water, sanitation, health, energy, agriculture and food services.
The Straits Times, Republika +1
Israel sets October 27 election, Netanyahu runs again
New polls put Gadi Eisenkot as the main challenger as support for Netanyahu weakens after the Gaza war.
Rahm Emanuel targets Netanyahu with sanctions call in Tel Aviv
Why it matters: The speech pairs sharp criticism of Gaza policy with proposals to end some US defense subsidies and penalize settlement backers.
The New York Times, Bloomberg +3
Hamas dissolves governing committee, hands over Gaza administration
Civil administration will shift to a 15-member technocratic committee, while the question of disarmament remains unanswered.
Series: Hamas · Gaza Governance Transfer · 2 chapters since Jul 7UN report accuses Israel of killing Gaza children deliberately
New: a UN commission says targeting children is a key element in proving genocidal intent in Gaza.
Gaza residents crowd the beach amid heat and Israeli strikes
The beach has become one of the few open spaces Gaza families still use for a brief respite from displacement camps.
Republika, CNBC Indonesia
Book says Trump threatened a 'divorce' from Israel
The September 2025 call came as Trump pushed a 20-point Gaza ceasefire and reconstruction plan.
Republika, CNN Indonesia +2
Singapore detains 1 man, restricts teen under ISA over Gaza-linked radicalization
Why it matters: Authorities said the 30-year-old was willing to attack in Singapore if Hamas directed him, making him an imminent security threat.
Channel News Asia, Must Share News (MS News) +1
Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 6, including Al Jazeera cameraman
What's new: Israel accused cameraman Ahmed Wishah of being a Hamas sniper, a claim Al Jazeera rejected as baseless.
Israeli strikes across Gaza kill at least 6 despite ceasefire
What's new: A strike in Bureij killed Al Jazeera cameraman Ahmed Wishah as Gaza officials put post-truce deaths above 1,000.
Israel envoy berates UN diplomat during Gaza debate at UN
Danon also demanded Pramila Patten resign after a 2025 UN report documented alleged sexual violence against Palestinians.
UNICEF: 265 children in Gaza killed since October 2025 truce
UNICEF also reported more than 400 children injured and warned hundreds of young patients need urgent medical evacuation.
Antara News, Republika
Israel cuts ties with EU foreign policy chief over apartheid row
What's new: The dispute centers on a report that Kaja Kallas likened Israel's treatment of Palestinians to apartheid-era South Africa.
Bloomberg, Republika +1
Palestinian federation rejects U-15 match plan against Israel in US
PFA said it never received a formal FIFA proposal and would reject the match if the idea is brought forward.
Republika, Antara News
Israel keeps troops in Lebanon, Syria and Gaza after Iran deal
What's next: The U.S.-Iran agreement is expected to be signed Friday in Geneva as displaced Lebanese are told not to return south yet.
Hidayat Nur Wahid highlights Palestine at MPR global forum
He said occupation of Palestine and attacks in Gaza, the West Bank and Jerusalem are blocking global peace.
Antara News, Tribunnews
France bars Israel Finance Minister Smotrich from entry
Paris imposed the measure with Britain, Canada, Australia, Norway and New Zealand against those linked to rising settler violence.
Earlier: Ireland bars Ben Gvir and Smotrich from entering countrySeries: Israeli Ministers · EU Sanctions Push · 2 chapters since Jun 5Greece charges Gaza asylum seeker, 37, in Hamas bomb plot case
What's next: Prosecutors are examining links to four suspects held in Cyprus and whether the case involved plans for an attack in Crete.
Hamas rejects disarmament ahead of Cairo truce talks
Stage-two talks also weigh an international force in Gaza, as aid flows remain far below the 600 trucks a day target.
Earlier: Israeli strike on Gaza City kills at least 9Series: Gaza · Israel Gaza War · 2 chapters since Jun 4Israeli strike hits Gaza refugee camp, killing 7-8
At least 15 people were wounded and taken to Al-Shifa Hospital, with most of the casualties reported to be children.
CNN Indonesia, Republika
France opens war crimes probe over Israel's seizure of Gaza flotilla
What's new: French investigators are examining alleged torture and sexual abuse of French activists detained after the May 18 interception.