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Francesca Albanese, the United Nations special rapporteur on the rights situation in the Palestinian territories, warned Monday that Israel's genocidal violence in Gaza risked spreading to other parts of occupied Palestine amid a large-scale military operation in the West Bank which she said marked "a dangerous escalation".

"Israel's genocidal violence risks leaking out of Gaza and into the occupied Palestinian territory as a whole," she said. "The writing is on the wall, and we cannot continue to ignore it. There is mounting evidence that no Palestinian is safe under Israel's unfettered control."

"Apartheid Israel is targeting Gaza and the West Bank simultaneously, as part of an overall process of elimination, replacement and territorial expansion," Albanese said. "The long-standing impunity granted to Israel is enabling the de-Palestinisation of the occupied territory, leaving Palestinians at the mercy of the forces pursuing their elimination as a national group," she added.

She called on the international community to "do everything it can to immediately end the risk of genocide against the Palestinian people under Israel's occupation, ensure accountability and ultimately end Israel's colonisation of Palestinian territory."

US President Joe Biden, alongside Vice President Kamala Harris and the negotiating team, are working in the White House on putting the fine details on what is being called a “take it or leave it” proposal – one that’s been negotiated by the US, Qatar and Egypt, Al-Jazeera reported as Biden said Monday that Benjamin Netanyahu was doing enough to secure a ceasefire agreement.

"It’s one that will really try to push Netanyahu over the finish line to close a deal with Hamas to bring those captives back to Israel in exchange for Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails," the report reads. "So what we know is this is really going to be an effort to work along the highest levels of government in a diplomatic push to really get him to close this deal."

School was suspended in Makkah and Jeddah after heavy rain caused flash floods in various cities west of Saudi Arabia along the Red Sea on Monday.

Fire experts stress the importance of instilling concepts of security, safety

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MoH inaugurates chronic ventilation unit for children

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KEPS team monitors and protects migrating birds

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Omani Cultural Week kicks off in Kuwait

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Forum reviews GCC strategic initiatives

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MoE participates in Gulf Hackathon competition in Bahrain

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KRCS expands efforts with developmental projects in Yemen

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Arab Council calls for unity, support for Palestinians

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Direct Aid Society launches anti-cholera campaign in Sudan

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Kuwait sends 10th relief planeload to troubled Sudan

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Russia makes biggest advances in Ukraine in nearly 2 years: Analysis

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The spokesperson for ’ armed Al-Qassam Brigades, Abu Obaida, said on Monday that the group has issued new instructions to guards on handling captives if occupation forces approach detention sites, reiterating blame on the occupation for the deaths of captives after Benjamin Netanyahu blocked a ceasefire deal on the table. “Netanyahu’s insistence on releasing the prisoners through military pressure – instead of concluding a deal – will mean they’ll be returned to their families in coffins,” said Abu Obaida.

Benjamin Netanyahu insisted on Monday that his forces must retain control over the Philadelphi Corridor along the Egypt-Gaza border, which has emerged as a primary sticking point in ceasefire talks.

“The achievement of the war’s objectives goes through the Philadelphi Corridor... Control of the Philadelphi axis guarantees that the hostages will not be smuggled out of Gaza,” he said during a press conference.

said if they withdraw from the Corridor, even temporarily, the international community will never allow it to return. “It determines our entire future,” he said. “This is the oxygen of Hamas.”

Amputee sprinters burst into action

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‘Great moment’ as Mbappe scores first La Liga goal for Real Madrid

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‘Deadpool’ leads again as North American box office closes summer strong

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Scheffler crowns dominant season with FedEx Cup title

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Ascend Boulder Battle 2024 climbs to new heights

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Egypt counts on foreign funds to buy gas as power crisis worsens

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The United States has seized the plane belonging to Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and has flown it to Florida, CNN reported on Monday, citing two US officials. CNN reported that the plane was seized in the Dominican Republic and that its purchase violated sanctions.

Free Jabriya productions announced adding two more shows to the ‘“Feykom Tarab?
Sukkar Ziyada” A Night with Miami Band’ event, to be held on September 22 and 23.

“We are very excited to extend this year’s event, making it larger and extra enjoyable compared to last year’s event,” Free Jabriya Production’s Executive Producer and Co-Founder Ali Al-Nisf said. “We are looking forward to presenting an unforgettable experience that exceeds the audience’s expectations.”

The show is directed by Mariam Al-Khatrash and Jassem Al-Qames, leading a large team of artists and technicians from inside and outside Kuwait.

The on Monday said it would suspend 30 out of 350 arms exports licences to Israel, citing a clear risk they could be used in a serious breach of international humanitarian law. Foreign Secretary David Lammy told parliament the partial ban covered items “which could be used in the current conflict in ” but did not include parts for the F-35 fighter jets.

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received ’s Foreign Minister Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya in Abu Dhabi on Monday. During the meeting, Minister Yahya conveyed greetings of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, along with his best wishes for further progress and prosperity for the and its people, the Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported.

The UAE President and the Kuwaiti Foreign Minister exchanged views on the latest developments in the region as well as discussing a range of regional and international issues of mutual concern. The meeting also discussed the close and historic ties between the two countries, exploring ways to enhance cooperation and collaboration in various areas aimed at meeting their peoples’ aspirations for development and prosperity.

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah congratulated Kuwait’s Faisal Al-Rajhi on winning the bronze medal of the men’s 5000m - T54 contest at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. The win is a testament to Kuwaiti youth’s ability of overcoming all obstacles and accomplishing great achievements, His Highness said.

President Joe Biden said on Monday that a final deal for the release of captives held by Hamas in was very close but that he did not think Benjamin Netanyahu was doing enough to secure such an agreement.

’s Public Agency has issued new guidelines advising that toddlers under two should avoid screens entirely. For children aged two to five, screen time should be capped at one hour daily, while those aged six to twelve should not exceed two hours. Teenagers, aged 13 to 18, should limit their screen use to two to three hours per day. Public Health Minister Jakob Forssmed highlighted concerns over excessive screen time impacting communal activities, physical exercise, and sleep. Research indicates that high screen use can lead to poor sleep, depression, and body dissatisfaction. The Swedish government is also considering a ban on smartphones in primary schools.

and have reached an agreement to allow 5,000 Iraqi fans to enter Kuwait to attend the 2026 Qualifiers’ match between the two countries’ teams in Kuwait on September 10.

Authorities will facilitate the entry of 5,000 fans holding e-passports through a mechanism approved by the two countries, Iraq’s Ambassador to Kuwait Al-Manhal Al-Safi said Monday following a meeting with Kuwait’s First Deputy Prime Minister, Defense Minister and Interior Minister Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousuf Al-Sabah.