Overview

• Israeli airstrikes killed at least 23 Palestinians near a United States-backed humanitarian distribution center in central Gaza, according to local health authorities.
• Gaza’s Health Ministry reports almost 55,000 Palestinians, predominantly civilians, have died since the conflict began in October 2023.
• Coordinated demonstrations in over 125 Spanish towns demanded that Madrid break diplomatic relations with Israel and impose a full arms embargo.
• Organizers including Parar la Guerra and BDS País València mobilized thousands in major cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and Toledo.
• Spain co-sponsored a UN General Assembly resolution calling for an immediate cease-fire, the release of hostages and unimpeded humanitarian access into Gaza.