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mondoweiss.netVolunteers Clear Rubble and Plant Olive Trees at Gaza’s al-Shifa Hospital
Volunteers at what was once Gaza’s largest medical complex cleared rubble and planted olive trees in the courtyard as a symbol of hope. More than 500 bodies were recovered from mass graves at al-Shifa Hospital, which was devastated by repeated Israeli attacks and sieges. Al Jazee…
Al JazeeraBrazilian Activist Sends Letter from Israeli Prison to Daughter on Flotilla Involvement
A Brazilian activist imprisoned in Israel has written a letter to his daughter explaining his reasons for joining a humanitarian flotilla bound for Gaza. The letter describes the suffering of children in Gaza and expresses hopes for a better world. It was shared on the activist's…
thehindu.comU.S. Military Escorts Cargo Ships in Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump stated the U.S. will launch Project Freedom on Monday to free civilian cargo ships trapped in the Strait of Hormuz since the war with Iran began. The operation focuses on vessels from non-conflict countries and involves significant U.S. military assets. It…
newscientist.comDrone Strike Hits Animal Shelter in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia, Killing Over a Dozen Animals
A Russian drone hit the 'Give a Paw, Friend' animal shelter in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, in February, killing more than a dozen animals while staff survived behind a steel door. Local residents and volunteers cleared rubble in three days, and rescuers continue evacuating pets from f…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewDuke of Sussex Observes De-Mining Technology in Bucha, Ukraine
The Duke of Sussex visited Bucha, Ukraine, with the Halo Trust to observe a demonstration of digital de-mining technology. The visit focused on efforts to remove explosives in an area affected by recent conflicts. The Halo Trust conducts landmine clearance and risk education worl…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewLocal Communities in Sudan Negotiate Ceasefires as Four-Year War Continues
Local actors in Sudan, including tribal leaders and youth networks, have negotiated localized ceasefires and humanitarian access amid the ongoing war. These grassroots initiatives, particularly in Darfur, have saved lives despite limited external support. Mediation efforts have i…
citizen.co.zaSexual Misconduct Allegations Against Freedom Flotilla Senior Leader
A senior leader of a flotilla aiming to deliver aid to Gaza has been accused of sexual misconduct with at least three activists. The allegations emerged during the group's latest voyage, which departed from Barcelona on April 12. The accused individual denied the claims, and a fl…