AGP Executive Report

Gaza at 1,000 Days: Palestinians marked the 1,000th day since Oct. 7 with renewed warnings that ceasefire talks are stalled and civilians remain trapped, as Gaza’s government says Israel controls over 80% of the Strip and dropped massive quantities of explosives; health workers and rights groups also highlighted the medical toll, including breast cancer patients facing urgent mastectomies amid shortages and destroyed hospitals. Humanitarian & Health Crisis: Doctors Against Genocide and Gaza clinicians urged international pressure to lift the blockade and restrictions on critical supplies, while reports also renewed focus on the killing of Palestinian athletes, including goalkeeper Saleem Al-Ashqar. Accountability Pressure: The Hind Rajab Foundation urged New York’s attorney general to open a criminal investigation into Itamar Ben Gvir ahead of a U.S. visit, and Palestinian media groups marked the period with claims of systematic attacks on journalists. UNRWA Under Fire: UN Watch renewed calls to strip outgoing UNRWA chief Philippe Lazzarini of immunity for alleged Hamas infiltration, as U.S. and allied pressure on the agency continues. West Bank Crackdown: Israeli forces detained women in overnight raids across multiple West Bank cities, while Jerusalem officials warned against new settlement approvals. U.S. Legal & Rights Fight: Florida’s designation of CAIR as a terrorist group sparked a lawsuit over free-speech and due-process claims. Media & Narrative Clash: A dispute erupted over NBC’s Jerusalem dispatch, with critics saying coverage used provocative framing that inflamed tensions.

Gaza at 1,000 Days: As Israel marks a thousand days since Oct. 7, Gaza’s ceasefire remains fragile and violence continues, with limited aid and stalled reconstruction leaving over 2 million Palestinians facing an uncertain future. Religious Freedom Under Pressure: Hamas condemned Israel’s Knesset advance of a bill to restrict the Muslim call to prayer via loudspeakers, calling it a dangerous escalation and part of a wider push to Judaize occupied East Jerusalem. UNRWA Funding Crunch: UN chief António Guterres warned UNRWA is nearing a breaking point amid a major funding gap and operational restrictions, threatening services for millions of Palestinian refugees. US Embassy Deal in Jerusalem: The US and Israel signed a 99-year lease for a permanent US embassy site in West Jerusalem for $1, with Palestinian groups arguing the land was confiscated and the move violates international law. West Bank Tensions: Reports also highlighted Israeli settler incursions at Al-Aqsa under police protection, alongside ongoing arrests and restrictions in occupied areas. Regional Ripples: Iran warned oil tankers to use approved routes in the Strait of Hormuz and cautioned Trump and Israel against attacks during Khamenei’s funeral. Sports as Politics: The Maccabiah Games opening in Jerusalem drew controversy after Sara Netanyahu interrupted her husband’s remarks about captives. International Solidarity: Maldives pledged $50,000 to UNRWA, while pro-Palestine support featured across the 2026 World Cup.

Religious Freedom Clash: Palestinian National Council chief Rawhi Fattouh condemned Israel’s Knesset first-reading bill to ban the call to prayer inside 1948 territories, calling it racist and a violation of international rights. Settlement Pressure: The Palestinian Authority warned Israel is pushing plans to seize 100 strategic points across the occupied West Bank, saying the move entrenches annexation and undermines any two-state path. Gaza Killings & Collapse Fears: Israeli strikes killed at least three Palestinians in Gaza, including in Sheikh Radwan and a vehicle attack in central Gaza, as officials warned of worsening humanitarian and water conditions. PA Tax Revenue Standoff: Ramallah rejected proposals to divert withheld Palestinian clearance revenues to Trump’s “Board of Peace,” stressing the funds are Palestinian and must follow PA decision-making. Post-War Gaza Governance Talks: A technocratic Gaza committee said Cyprus talks with the Board of Peace and donor-focused partners were “highly productive,” aiming to ease suffering and set reconstruction and governance frameworks. West Bank Detentions: Israeli raids detained five women across multiple West Bank cities, with rights groups warning the crackdown is widening beyond men and boys. International Moves: The US signed an agreement to build a permanent embassy in Jerusalem, while the UK weighed coordinated restrictions on goods from West Bank settlements.

UNRWA Funding Crisis: UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged countries to close a $100 million gap, warning UNRWA is nearing a “breaking point” as restrictions and cash shortages undermine aid for millions of Palestinian refugees. Diplomatic Pressure on UNRWA: Türkiye’s UN envoy said UNRWA faces unprecedented political pressure aimed at weakening its work, while the UN also condemned Israeli incursions into UNRWA facilities. Legal Risks for Settlements: France warned companies that business tied to illegal Israeli settlements could expose them to legal, financial, and reputational liability, including possible inclusion in UN rights databases. West Bank Siege Tactics: Israeli forces sealed off Sinjil near Ramallah by blocking the last access road and expanding closures to roads used for livelihoods, healthcare, and education. Israeli Politics & Gaza Strategy: Former Israeli army chief Gadi Eisenkot launched his election campaign, attacking Netanyahu’s Gaza approach, while a former hostage-negotiations coordinator said the war could have ended earlier and criticized Netanyahu and Smotrich over hostage outcomes. Settlements in Gaza: Bezalel Smotrich pushed for immediate establishment of new settlements in northern Gaza, as settlement expansion plans continue amid ceasefire violations. US Domestic Politics Spillover: A new pro-Palestinian left wave in US primaries—highlighted by Melat Kiros’ Colorado win—keeps Israel and Gaza at the center of Democratic Party fights.

UNRWA Funding Crunch: UN chief António Guterres warned the UN agency for Palestine refugees is nearing a “breaking point,” urging countries to close a roughly $100 million gap after liquidity problems and restrictions have hampered aid across Gaza, the West Bank, Lebanon, Jordan and Syria. Gaza Humanitarian Fallout: UN teams are assessing needs after an Israeli strike on Al Muwasi in Khan Younis, reporting tents destroyed/damaged for hundreds of families and warning of a sharp rise in chickenpox linked to overcrowding and sanitation gaps. West Bank Settlement Pressure: The Palestinian Authority condemned Israeli preparations to tender thousands of settlement units in E1, saying it threatens the territorial viability of a future Palestinian state. Hebron and Ibrahimi Mosque: Hebron Governor Khaled Dodin said Israel sealed the area with 106 iron gates and is pushing measures to impose full control over the Ibrahimi Mosque, including restricting access and call-to-prayer. Prisoner Abuse Claims: The Palestinian Prime Minister’s Office reported systematic abuse of detainees by Israeli authorities, including torture, denial of medical care, and thousands held in administrative detention, including children. Israel Shuts West Bank Charity: Israeli forces sealed the headquarters of a Nablus nonprofit, alleging “terrorism” support, drawing criticism from local officials. Diplomatic Push at the UN: Pakistan again urged the UN Security Council to act against the E1 plan and settlement expansion, warning it undermines a two-state path. Regional Security Talks: Türkiye’s intelligence chief met Egypt’s counterpart in Ankara to review Gaza ceasefire implementation and coordinate to prevent further truce violations. International Politics Backdrop: Canada’s heritage minister faced backlash over calls to change wording in a Winnipeg museum exhibit on the Nakba.

Gaza Under Ceasefire Violations: Gaza’s Health Ministry says Israeli strikes and shelling killed at least 8 more Palestinians, pushing the war death toll past 73,000, with reports of children among the dead and people trapped under rubble. UN Legal Pressure: Palestine’s UN envoy Riyad Mansour urged the Security Council to act beyond statements as Israel deepens annexation and settlement expansion, warning E1 could “kill” the prospect of a viable Palestinian state. Children as Targets: A new UN Commission of Inquiry report says Israeli forces deliberately targeted Palestinian children, raising fresh legal questions about genocide and war crimes. West Bank Settlement Drive: The UK told the UN it opposes settlement expansion and flagged E1 as a corridor that would sever East Jerusalem from the rest of the West Bank. Settler Violence & UN Action: Pakistan urged the Security Council to compel Israel to stop settlement activity and halt annexation, demolitions, and forced displacement. Hamas Control Limits Dissent: A planned June 26 protest in Gaza drew almost no turnout, with residents citing fear and intimidation under Hamas rule. West Bank Humanitarian Crackdown: Israeli forces shut the Attadamun Charitable Society headquarters in Nablus, alleging “support for terrorism,” as aid groups warn of systematic targeting of charities.

Gaza Ceasefire Violations: Israeli strikes across Gaza and the West Bank killed at least three Palestinians in central Gaza, including a child, with reports of drone and air attacks hitting tent shelters for displaced families despite the October ceasefire. West Bank Raids: Palestinian sources also reported a teenager killed during an Israeli raid near Ramallah, as raids and settler violence continued alongside the Gaza air campaign. UN & International Pressure: UN chief António Guterres condemned “relentless” settlement expansion, warning it worsens displacement and threatens a viable Palestinian state, including concerns over E1 development. Legal Accountability & Media Scrutiny: CPJ launched a full review of its Gaza journalist casualty database after Hamas and PIJ obituaries raised questions about how some people were classified; separately, the Hind Rajab Foundation urged U.S. action to investigate and arrest Itamar Ben-Gvir over alleged war crimes. Canada Museum Row: Canada’s Heritage Minister Marc Miller said the Canadian Museum for Human Rights should change how it portrays displaced Palestinians, criticizing how Hamas is described in the Winnipeg exhibit. Protest Crackdowns in Europe: Belgium’s Antwerp saw the Flemish Green leader arrested during a pro-Palestine demonstration over calls to remove the Israeli flag from city hall.

Gaza Ceasefire Violations: Despite the October 2025 ceasefire, Israeli strikes and shelling killed at least three Palestinians, including an 8-year-old, in Deir al-Balah, and injured others, while forces advanced and expanded a “Yellow Line” security strip that Palestinians are barred from approaching. West Bank Crackdown: Israeli forces raided Birzeit University near Ramallah, assaulted a security guard, and damaged campus property, with exams reportedly continuing as scheduled. US-Backed Security Plan: Georgia is reportedly in advanced talks to join a US-backed Gaza stabilization force that would train and support Palestinian police and gradually take over internal security. Gaza Relocation Rebrand: Israel is reportedly rebranding its displacement scheme from “voluntary migration” to a “Free Movement Plan,” aiming to revive the effort amid international backlash. International Legal Pressure: A UN-linked narrative on deliberate targeting of Palestinian children continues to drive legal and diplomatic fallout, while Israel faces mounting scrutiny over Gaza war crimes claims. Regional Diplomacy: Lebanon’s General Security extended facilitation measures for Syrian and Palestinian refugees from Syria until July 30.

ICJ & accountability fight: Turkey says Israel is trying to “cover up” Gaza crimes by pushing a politically motivated decision on the 1915 events, as Ankara points to ongoing genocide cases at the ICJ and arrest-warrant pressure tied to ICC investigations. Gaza ceasefire violations: Israeli strikes across Gaza killed at least four Palestinians, including a 13-year-old girl, with reports of drone and tank shelling despite a fragile ceasefire. Legal immunity for Gaza governance: A leaked draft says Trump’s “Gaza Board of Peace” could get sweeping legal immunity and free use of public property, raising alarm over accountability. Palestinian statehood rejected: Netanyahu again ruled out Palestinian statehood, saying there’s “no room for two states,” triggering new diplomatic pressure. West Bank pressure: Reports highlight continued raids and settler actions, including Israel stripping Hebron’s planning powers and expanding control over key sites. International politics & narratives: Turkey also condemned Israel’s Armenian genocide recognition as a diversion, while a new Palestinian research paper alleges sexual violence is being used as a systematic weapon.

Gaza War & Civilian Harm: Israeli drone and airstrikes hit displacement areas, killing Palestinian siblings in Muwasi and wounding others in Gaza City and central Gaza, with Israel claiming militant targets while hospitals report civilian casualties. UN Findings on Children: A UN commission report says Israel deliberately targeted Palestinian children and that the harm reflects a strategy to destroy the future of Palestinians, with Israel dismissing the findings. West Bank Settler Violence: Palestinian-Americans accuse Washington of failing to protect US citizens from repeated settler attacks in Ramallah-area Turmus Ayya, citing land uprooting, burning, and assaults. Jerusalem Status Quo: The Jerusalem governor warns against imposing taxes on churches, saying it violates the city’s historical and legal status quo and threatens Christian presence. Regional Diplomacy: Egypt and Saudi foreign ministers discussed Lebanon, the Palestinian issue, and Red Sea developments, stressing de-escalation and freedom of navigation. Arab League & Jerusalem Investment: The Arab League backed development investment in East Jerusalem, framing it as key to Palestinian resilience and identity. Lebanon Front: Israel attacked Hezbollah targets after a US-brokered Israel-Lebanon deal, while Hezbollah rejected the agreement. US Politics & Gaza: A leaked draft says Trump’s “Board of Peace” seeks sweeping legal immunity for Gaza governance actions, raising accountability concerns. Arab Digital Sovereignty: Qatar’s Shura Council speaker urged Arab unity on digital sovereignty and data protection, linking it to stability and support for the Palestinian cause.

Gaza “safe zone” strikes: Israeli drone attacks hit tents sheltering displaced Palestinians in al-Mawasi and western Gaza City, killing two siblings (including a 15-year-old) and wounding others, as Israel continues operations despite a ceasefire that designated parts of the Strip as “safe zones.” UN genocide findings: A new UN Independent International Commission report alleges Israel deliberately targeted Palestinian children, describing actions as genocide and war crimes—sparking renewed international pressure and fresh disputes over how states and institutions respond. West Bank settler violence: Settlers attacked across the occupied West Bank, injuring a 16-year-old near Awarta checkpoint, raiding homes in Ramallah, cutting utilities near Khan al-Ahmar, and attempting to seize a home in Qabalan under military protection. Al-Aqsa under pressure: The Al-Quds International Foundation warns Israel has “crossed all red lines” at Al-Aqsa, citing arrests/deportations of guards and Islamic Waqf staff and attacks tied to security and economic control. Regional politics: Hezbollah rejects a US-brokered Israel-Lebanon framework, calling it a surrender and vowing continued resistance, while Arab parliamentary leaders in Cairo push for unified stances on sovereignty, security, and the Palestinian cause. International legal pressure: A UK legal effort to prosecute an IDF reservist under the Foreign Enlistment Act collapses in court, with the judge ruling the law doesn’t apply to dual nationals. Political mobilization: In Yemen’s Ibb, Ashura-linked rallies for “general mobilization” condemn Israeli crimes and stress “unity of arenas.”

Gaza Ceasefire Under Strain: Hamas says talks with mediators are ongoing to secure full implementation of the ceasefire, including phase-two mechanisms, as Israel continues strikes and incursions; Human Toll: reports cite at least five Palestinians killed in Friday strikes, including three police officers, while a child later died of injuries from an earlier attack in southern Gaza; West Bank Escalation: Israel is reportedly preparing expanded raids in West Bank refugee camps, with elite units and a larger occupation footprint timed around upcoming Jewish holidays; Diplomacy for Gaza Governance: Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides is set to meet former UK premier Tony Blair ahead of Gaza talks tied to the “Gaza Board of Peace” process; India’s Gaza Rift: Sonia Gandhi renews attacks on Modi’s “stony silence” over Gaza, while NDA leaders push back, arguing India’s approach is balanced and focused on world peace and humanitarian aid; Israeli Strategy Signals: an Israeli minister says Netanyahu seeks a “general clean-up” in Gaza, pointing to long-term military control beyond ceasefire arrangements.

Nakba Memory in Canada: Winnipeg’s Canadian Museum for Human Rights is set to open “Palestine Uprooted: Nakba Past and Present,” after a trustee resigned over complaints of “one-sided” framing; Palestinian Canadians say the exhibit finally brings their displacement story to public view and should push Ottawa toward justice. Gaza Ceasefire Under Fire: Palestinian officials report an Israeli drone strike on a vehicle in Maghazi refugee camp killed three police officers and injured others, with condemnation and renewed calls for ceasefire enforcement. UN Genocide Findings: A UN inquiry says Israel is deliberately targeting Palestinian children in Gaza, sharpening global legal and diplomatic pressure as countries debate how to respond. West Bank Settler Violence: Israeli prosecutors filed charges after settler attacks on villages and a mosque in Deir Dibwan, including arson and assaults on residents. US Politics, Palestine at the Center: New York’s Democratic primaries saw pro-Palestine candidates surge, with Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s endorsements linked to major upsets and backlash from establishment figures. Detention and Health Rights: Attorneys say a Palestinian-born Wisconsin mosque leader held by ICE is denied diabetes care, raising fresh legal pressure over medical treatment in custody.

West Bank Governance: Israel moves to strip Hebron Municipality of planning and construction powers in H2, raising fears of “de facto annexation” and further undermining Oslo-era arrangements. Gaza Accountability & Rights: Amnesty International cites a UN commission finding that Palestinian children in Gaza are being deliberately targeted, while Amnesty calls for protection and accountability. Legal Pressure on Arms Supplies: Australia’s federal court orders disclosure of information “relevant to” arms exports to Israel after a case by Palestinian rights groups, spotlighting Western complicity in Gaza’s war. Humanitarian Ceasefire Politics: Egypt urges intensified international efforts to complete the first phase of Trump’s Gaza plan and activate the second, stressing aid flow, reconstruction conditions, and a stabilisation force. Regional Diplomacy: Iran rejects a US-GCC statement as provocative over missiles and Hormuz, as GCC and US reaffirm their strategic partnership and stress security of maritime routes. International Justice: ICC judges sue the US over “draconian” sanctions tied to investigations involving Palestinian territories. Culture & Visibility: Palestinian singer Saint Levant becomes the first Palestine-born Prada ambassador.

UN Child-Genocide Findings: A UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry says Israel has continued to deliberately target Palestinian children in Gaza even after the “ceasefire,” including killings of kids crossing the “yellow line,” with allegations that drones and precision fire were used—Israel rejects the report. Gaza Humanitarian Reality: UNICEF warns the Gaza “ceasefire” is a “cruel and deadly illusion,” with Gaza health officials reporting over 1,000 Palestinians killed since October, including hundreds of children, while restrictions deepen shortages. West Bank Pressure: UN and rights voices highlight a wider crackdown as settler violence and military raids intensify, while an ICC-style accountability push grows internationally. Israel’s Regional Posture: Defence Minister Israel Katz says Israel will keep forces in Lebanon, Syria and Gaza “indefinitely,” signaling no near-term pullback. Democratic Politics in the US: US Sen. Chris Van Hollen endorsed anti-Israel progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed, underscoring a sharper Democratic split over Israel policy. New York Leftward Shift: Pro-Palestine-backed candidates linked to NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani scored major Democratic primary wins, reshaping the party’s Israel debate. Holy Land Church Alarm: The Archbishop of Canterbury and Archbishop Hosam Naoum warn of an “existential” challenge facing Palestinian Christians amid displacement and settler violence. EU/Regional Diplomacy: EU officials say the Jordan–EU Investment Conference will proceed on Nov. 19, as Gaza and refugee pressures remain central to regional planning.

UN Probe vs. Israel: A UN commission of inquiry says Israeli forces have “deliberately” targeted Palestinian children in Gaza and the West Bank, framing the conduct as genocide and war crimes; Israel rejects the report as a “political blood libel.” West Bank Land Grab: Israeli authorities declared 464.4 dunams (about 115 acres) near Sinjil “state land” to expand settlements, targeting the area linked to the outpost Givat Haroeh/Karmei Oz. On-the-Ground Violence: A Palestinian man was killed during an Israeli raid and shooting in Sarta, west of Salfit, as West Bank raids and arrests continue. Ancient Sites Law: Israel’s parliament advanced a bill to place control of West Bank antiquities under an Israeli heritage authority, which Palestinians and rights groups warn would amount to annexation. Regional Diplomacy: Pakistan and China pushed for stronger, non-selective implementation of UN Security Council resolutions in a UNSC meeting focused on enforcement gaps—explicitly citing Palestine among unresolved disputes. US Politics Ripple: A Quinnipiac poll finds 48% of Americans say the US is “too supportive” of Israel, amid New York primaries where pro-Palestine candidates backed by Zohran Mamdani won big. Humanitarian Pressure: Reports describe Gaza residents living under new Israeli “crane” deployments equipped with surveillance and mounted guns, intensifying fear and displacement.