Middle East Eye

Footage shows Israeli forces beating a Palestinian man during a raid on the Qalandiya refugee camp in the occupied West Bank. The Israeli military claimed the operation targeted 'terrorist' elements but did not specify any recent attacks linked to the area.

Israeli rights group Physicians for Human Rights Israel petitioned a court to have an independent physician examine Palestinian doctor Hussam Abu Safiya, who was detained without charges from Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza. His health has deteriorated, prompting calls for his release.

US President Donald Trump stated that the US is holding talks with Iran and prefers an agreement over further military action. He mentioned preparations for a major attack were paused after Iranian officials requested negotiations, while reaffirming a commitment to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Iran's deputy foreign minister denied recent US-Iran talks.

Israeli army chief Eyal Zamir stated the military will continue 'proactive' operations in Gaza to 'remove threats and defend Israeli communities and residents.' This follows US-led Board of Peace representative Nikolay Mladenov urging Israel to halt attacks on Gaza after meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan warned that Israel's expansionist policies, which he claims have no intention for peace, could lead to a global crisis if not curbed by regional and international measures. He made these remarks after meetings with Arab countries in Amman to discuss the Gaza peace plan and regional tensions.

The Israeli military accidentally launched an interceptor missile after misidentifying its own military fire during operations in southern Lebanon. No injuries were reported, and the incident is under review.

The Palestinian and Egyptian foreign ministers met in Amman to discuss mobilizing international action against Israeli policies in occupied Jerusalem. They emphasized the need for Arab countries to influence the US government to protect Palestinian rights, with Egypt reaffirming its support for Palestinian statehood.

Aipac, after spending over $30m on Haley Stevens in the Michigan Democratic Senate primary, now plans to support the Republican candidate in the November election following Abdul El-Sayed's narrow victory. The race became the most expensive Democratic primary in US history, with El-Sayed defeating Stevens by one percentage point despite heavy spending against him.

Israeli forces fired artillery at Majdel Zoun in southern Lebanon on Wednesday, as reported by Lebanon’s National News Agency. No casualties have been reported.

Israel rejects a declaration by the Arab Ministerial Committee that condemned Israeli policies in occupied Jerusalem. The Israeli foreign ministry criticized the declaration as based on 'false accusations' and 'historical distortions,' asserting Jerusalem is 'the eternal capital of the State of Israel.'

Yemen’s internationally recognised government's foreign minister, Afrah Alzouba, discussed Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping with UN envoy Hans Grundberg. The attacks threaten international navigation, and the UN envoy emphasized preventing regional escalation and promoting a political solution for Yemen's stability.

Democratic primaries in Michigan, Missouri, Kansas, Virginia, and Washington showed divided voter responses to candidates' positions on Israel and Gaza. In Michigan, Abdul El-Sayed defeated Haley Stevens, who was backed by Aipac, while Missouri’s Wesley Bell outperformed Cori Bush, a Gaza ceasefire advocate.

Yemen's Houthis claimed to target a Saudi oil vessel in the Gulf of Aden, according to their military spokesperson. Saudi Arabia has not confirmed the strike, though the UK Maritime Trade Operations reported a 'loud explosion' near a vessel in the same area.

A group of far-right Israeli settlers from the Uri Tzafon Movement illegally crossed into southern Lebanon. Most were escorted back to Israel by the military, while some remain missing. Several Israeli officials, including National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, have supported building settlements in southern Lebanon.

US Central Command (Centcom) redirected three more commercial vessels as part of its blockade against Iran. Since August 5, 48 ships have been redirected, two disabled, and two boarded. A U.S. Air Force F-16 fighter jet was involved in patrols enforcing the blockade.

Foreign ministers from Arab countries met in Amman with Jordan’s King Abdullah II to discuss developments in the occupied Palestinian territories, focusing on Israeli policies in occupied East Jerusalem. The Arab Ministerial Committee, including participants from Jordan, Qatar, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, Pakistan, and Iraq, aimed to coordinate international action against these policies.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband discussed the importance of Europe taking a greater role in its own security during a meeting in Washington. Miliband's recent appointment was noted, with the White House expressing concern over past disagreements regarding his net zero commitments as UK energy minister.

Eight Palestinians were injured during a large-scale Israeli military raid on the Qalandiya refugee camp near occupied Jerusalem. Israeli forces imposed a curfew, deployed snipers, closed roads, and prevented dawn prayers, while several Palestinians were arrested and a journalist was assaulted during the operation.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated Israel will take necessary actions to ensure its security, regardless of agreements, while praising U.S. President Trump as a 'great friend.' His remarks followed renewed Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon amid a U.S.-brokered framework deal involving Hezbollah's disarmament.

The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported a 'loud explosion' near a vessel southeast of Yemen's Aden port. All crew members are safe, and no environmental impact has been reported.