Continue the war in Gaza between Israel and Hamasthe extremist military group of Palestine; here we tell you the most relevant things that have happened in the armed conflict Today August 15th.
314 days after the outbreak war between Israel and Hamas after an attack by the extremist group, the number of dead in the Gaza Strip exceeds more than 39,950 Palestinians.
Negotiations to achieve a truce agreement between Israel and Hamas continuemeanwhile Military attacks and incursions continue in several cities in Gaza.
Hamas will not attend meeting to discuss truce; it will negotiate separately with mediating countries
Meetings will resume on Thursday, August 15, to continue negotiations aimed at reaching a truce in the Gaza Strip.
This will be carried out in the city of Doha, Qatarwhich is expected to be attended by representatives from that country, as well as from Egypt, the United States and Israel.
According to reports, Hamas commanders They refused to attend to this meeting, although it is expected that meet separately with all mediators to express your stance.
And it is hoped that an agreement will be reached soon. to exchange prisonerswhich would help unlock negotiations for a complete ceasefire in Gaza.
Families of hostages march in Jerusalem (Menahem Kahana / AFP)
Israel kills 20 militants in Rafah, more in Khan Yunis
The Israeli Army reported this morning that at least 20 militiamen of the Palestinian groups died after a clash in the city of Rafah.
According to Israeli forces, for days now His troops were under enemy fire in that region, located on the border with Egypt.
Even this was the reason that caused the temporary closure the humanitarian corridor between Rafah and Egypt, through which a significant amount of aid entered the Gaza Strip.
In addition to this site, the Israeli Army killed one more group Hamas militants in the Khan Yunis area, after they carried out a raid near the refugee camp.
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Israeli soldiers (JAFFAR ASHTIE / AFP)
Columbia University chancellor resigns months after pro-Palestine protests
Nemat Shafik, President of Columbia Universityresigned from his position last Wednesday, August 14, 2024, after several months since the Pro-Palestine protests.
This decision was made in view of the upcoming start of the academic year, after the now former rector stated that lived through a grueling period of unrest.
It is worth remembering that Columbia University was part of the first university demonstrations against the conflict between Israel and Hamas, which They soon expanded to more institutions in the United States.
Nemat Shafik He also said that the period of protests “affected his family,” and that with his resignation he hopes that Columbia University can “better face the challenges that lie ahead.”
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Columbia University Chancellor Nemat Shafik Resigns Months After Pro-Palestine Protests (Mandel Ngan / AFP)
2024-08-15 13:46:03