AGP Executive Report

Gaza Disarmament Deal: US President Donald Trump says the “Board of Peace” has reached an agreement for Hamas to pursue “complete disarmament” in Gaza, with Israel withdrawing forces in phases and an international stabilization force plus a new Palestinian police structure taking over security—though Israel remains skeptical and key details are still unresolved. Hamas Terms & Conditions: Reuters reports Hamas officials say heavy weapons would be stored under a Palestinian administration and disarmament hinges on Israeli troop withdrawal, while another report says Hamas will hand weapons to a new Gaza administration body. West Bank Settler Violence: In the occupied West Bank, illegal settlers raided areas near Nablus under Israeli army protection, with reports of children among the injured and homes converted into military outposts. Gaza Humanitarian Strain: Displaced families in Gaza City searched through wrecked tents after alleged strikes near Al Shati, underscoring how quickly shelter and supplies are being destroyed. International Scrutiny: A UN-linked debate over how Gaza casualties are described continues, alongside fresh attention to the language used to frame the war.

Gaza Ceasefire Under Strain: Israeli strikes killed at least four Palestinians, including children, as mediators held fresh Cairo talks with Hamas on implementing a US-brokered plan, with reports of “positive” progress but uncertainty over whether Israel will accept a roadmap for decommissioning heavy and light weapons. Gaza’s “Yellow Line” Shrinks Living Space: Israel’s earth berm construction is accelerating, further confining Gaza’s geography and tightening control even as the truce remains on paper. West Bank Fuel Crisis: A sharp gasoline shortage is stranding Palestinians across the West Bank, with lines at pumps and a wider economic squeeze tied to cash limits and restricted imports. Disarmament Talks Clash: Hamas and the US-linked Board of Peace reportedly moved toward a 15-point disarmament framework, but Israel signaled it will not withdraw from the Yellow Line until “complete demilitarization.” Local Rebuild Efforts: Gaza beekeepers are trying to restart honey production after war devastated hives and farmland, turning survival into a daily fight for livelihoods. UK Court Fight: Palestine Action’s co-founder won permission to challenge a UK ban at the Supreme Court as police arrested dozens of supporters outside court.

Gaza Ceasefire Violations: Israeli strikes across Gaza killed at least four Palestinians, including two children, as mediators met in Cairo to push for full implementation of a U.S.-brokered plan; reports also described a tent shelter hit near Khan Younis and a child killed in Al-Bureij, with renewed displacement and burning buildings in Gaza City. Humanitarian Strain in Gaza: Gaza hospitals are said to be at breaking point, with dialysis patients relying on machines that keep running despite shortages and damage to medical services. Gaza Livelihoods Under Siege: A Reuters report spotlights Gaza beekeepers rebuilding after war destroyed fields and cut access to orchards, leaving honey output at a fraction of pre-war levels. Regional Diplomacy: Italy and Saudi Arabia reaffirmed support for a two-state solution and urged preservation of the Gaza ceasefire while calling for more humanitarian aid and action against West Bank settler violence. West Bank Escalation: UN and rights groups warn settler violence is worsening, with raids and attacks continuing amid rising tensions ahead of Israel’s elections. Global Context: UNESCO inscribed 25 new World Heritage sites, including conflict-hit additions from the Middle East.

West Bank Violence: Portugal’s foreign minister condemned escalating violence and settlement expansion in the occupied West Bank, urging “maximum restraint” and protection of civilians as the UN warns the situation is “only getting worse.” Gaza Ceasefire Violations: Despite a ceasefire, Israeli strikes killed three Palestinians and injured 20, including a drone attack in Al-Majayda near Khan Younis and another in Gaza City’s Al-Rimal area. Jerusalem/Al-Aqsa: Fourteen Arab and Palestinian groups issued an urgent appeal to protect occupied Jerusalem and Al-Aqsa amid reports of intensified incursions, restrictions on worship, and attacks on worshippers. International Pressure on Israel: The UN human rights office warned settler violence and annexation plans are escalating, while Pakistan and Egypt condemned Israeli military actions and called for an immediate end to hostilities and unhindered aid. US-ICC Tensions: New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s arrest threats against Netanyahu drew fresh backlash as Netanyahu confirmed his New York visit, and a poll found nearly half of Americans back enforcing the ICC warrant.

Gaza City Strikes: Israeli airstrikes hit the Al-Muttaqin Mosque in central Gaza City and destroyed tents sheltering displaced families, leaving hundreds homeless, with videos showing the blast and smoke. Humanitarian Pressure: The attacks add to mounting reports of mosque destruction and worsening shelter conditions as civilians try to survive in makeshift camps. International Push for Rights: Egypt told the UN Security Council that peace requires ending Israel’s occupation and establishing an independent Palestinian state on 1967 borders, praising new European bans on settlement goods. West Bank Crackdown: Israeli forces detained at least 15 Palestinians in overnight raids across the occupied West Bank, including a storm on Al-Lubban al-Sharqiya south of Nablus. Diplomacy vs. Force: Israel’s security cabinet approved legal immunity for an international stabilization force in Gaza, warning it could limit IDF freedom and help Hamas recover. US Politics: A new poll says 49% of Americans back arresting Netanyahu while he’s in the US for talks with Trump. Culture and Backlash: Boy George released a pro-Israel song defending Israel’s war in Gaza, triggering fierce backlash.

West Bank Relief Blocked: The UN says movement restrictions and rising settler attacks are hampering aid delivery, with closures reported around Nablus and nearby areas and fears of wider escalation unless Israel protects civilians and holds perpetrators accountable. UN Demands Protection: Palestine’s UN envoy Riyad Mansour told the Security Council that Israeli settlers must be disarmed and occupation forces must leave, warning Palestinians are being killed daily in Gaza and the West Bank. Gaza Strike Displacement: An Israeli airstrike destroyed a mosque and tents sheltering displaced families in central Gaza City, leaving hundreds homeless. West Bank Camp Takeover: Israel’s defense minister ordered the Army to take control of a fourth West Bank refugee camp after clashes near Tell, with OCHA warning of devastating humanitarian impact. Ceasefire Tensions in Gaza: Reports say attacks continued despite a ceasefire, while Gaza medical sources link the war to a surge in miscarriages and pregnancy losses. White House Pressure: Pro-Palestinian protesters rallied outside the White House during Netanyahu’s talks with Trump, demanding an end to US arms support.

Gaza Displacement: In Gaza City’s Zeitoun district, residents say Israel has pushed the “yellow line” deeper into neighborhoods, forcing families to flee again after evacuation orders, with concrete markers now reaching Salah al-Din Street. West Bank Raids: Israeli forces detained about 30 people in operations across the West Bank accused of facilitating Palestinians’ irregular entry into Israel for work, as violence and arrests follow recent clashes. Health Under Pressure: A Reuters report says Israeli destruction and restrictions are squandering aid, while UNICEF warns Gaza’s child death toll continues and living conditions remain dire. Diplomacy Watch: Netanyahu is set to meet US President Trump in Washington for the first time since the Iran war began, with Gaza, Lebanon and regional diplomacy on the agenda. ICC Fallout: Chad joined a growing list of countries moving to withdraw from the International Criminal Court, citing uneven focus and limited effectiveness. Culture in Focus: A Turkish artist’s Darwish-inspired exhibition opened in Ramallah, highlighting Palestinian resilience through poetry and visual art.

Gaza Security & Civilian Protection: Gaza residents say Israeli forces have pushed “yellow” concrete barriers farther west near Gaza City, tightening movement for displaced families as strikes and pressure on Hamas continue. Humanitarian Crisis: Palestinian medics report a stillborn delivery after an ambulance was delayed and forced to shut off at an Israeli checkpoint near Nablus, with the woman later stabilized. Civil Police Targeting: Rights groups and Gaza officials condemn repeated Israeli strikes on Gaza’s internal security and police leadership, saying the campaign dismantles civilian protection. West Bank Escalation: UN-linked reporting says West Bank and East Jerusalem deaths are rising sharply in 2026, with record settler attacks and raids across multiple governorates. Diplomacy & Oversight: Kuwait took part in an Arab boycott conference updating blacklists, while a watchdog report says the U.S. State Department’s takeover of USAID aid transfers faced staffing, IT, and guidance delays. International Pressure: UNESCO added Sebastia in the occupied West Bank to World Heritage lists despite Israeli objections, raising hopes of slowing settlement-linked control.

West Bank Violence Escalates: Israeli forces reinforced operations after officials warned the security situation is “snowballing,” with raids and arrests expected to intensify. Mosques Targeted: Palestinian officials say settlers torched two mosques in Qusra and Kour, spraying “revenge” graffiti, as clashes in the Tell area left four Palestinians and two Israelis dead. Land Seizures in Tubas: Israel issued military orders to seize 498 dunams of Palestinian-owned land east of Tubas under the “Crimson Thread” project. Movement Restrictions: A Gaza City Times focus on daily life: West Bank residents report longer, gated routes and checkpoint delays that can turn a short trip into hours. Gaza Governance Push: The Gaza Peace Council welcomed Israel’s green light for an International Stability Force, framing it as a step toward reconstruction and a transitional Palestinian administration. Diplomacy Watch: Netanyahu is set for Washington talks, with Gaza, Iran, and possible stabilization force deployment on the agenda.

West Bank Violence: Settlers torched two mosques in Qusra/Qusra area and scrawled graffiti after a Friday clash near Tell that left four Palestinians and two Israeli soldiers dead, as Netanyahu orders a major West Bank security operation ahead of October elections. New Outposts: In parallel, settlers established three new outposts east of Ramallah and north of Salfit, extending land seizure and settlement expansion. Gaza Stabilization Plan: Israel has approved the entry of an International Stabilisation Force into Gaza under Trump’s “Board of Peace” framework, with peacekeepers set to secure borders and train local police, while a “pilot” zone for reconstruction is already underway. Aid and Daily Hardship: In Gaza’s tent camps, even a disposable cigarette lighter has become a lifeline as fuel and basic goods shortages drive families to share, repair, and improvise for survival. ICC and New York Politics: Netanyahu says NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is “fomenting hate” over calls to arrest him on an ICC warrant, while Mamdani argues the federal government should act.

West Bank Arson Attacks: Israeli settlers set fire to two mosques in separate incidents—one in Kur near Tulkarem and another under construction in Qusra south of Nablus—spraying racist graffiti and damaging buildings, as Palestinian officials condemned the attacks and said they came amid intensifying raids and settler violence. Rafidia Raid & Home Demolitions: Israeli forces carried out a major raid in Rafidia near Nablus, with reports that troops measured homes of Palestinians killed in the village of Tal ahead of sealing and demolition. Mass Detentions in the West Bank: Israel detained more than 70 suspects across the occupied West Bank after recent deadly clashes, including raids that reportedly included searches of a hospital in Nablus. Gaza Strikes: In Khan Younis, drone attacks killed at least three Palestinians and injured others, adding to a rising toll from strikes in the past 48 hours. Dialogue Call: Former Indonesian vice president Jusuf Kalla urged Muslim nations to prioritize dialogue and diplomacy as US-Iran tensions and wider regional escalation continue. Media & Rights: A Gaza photojournalist described severe injuries after an Israeli strike killed fellow journalists, highlighting how reporters remain targeted while trying to document the war.

Gaza City Under Strikes: Israel killed Brig. Gen. Abdel-Nasser Al-Maqadma, head of Hamas-led northern Gaza police, in a drone strike on Sheikh Radwan, while other strikes hit a medic in Nuseirat and homes in Khan Younis, as Gaza’s Interior Ministry said Israel is deliberately targeting police to spread chaos. Ceasefire Violations, More Injuries: Gaza health sources reported six deaths and 37 wounded over 48 hours, pushing the post-ceasefire toll to 1,191 killed and 3,853 injured. West Bank Crackdown After Tell Clash: In Tell near Nablus, Palestinians buried four men killed in clashes with settlers; Israeli forces then detained 80+ people across the West Bank, including raids and searches tied to alleged attack planning. International Pressure: The U.S. State Department condemned violence by “all parties” in the occupied West Bank as Spain urged Israel to de-escalate and reverse settler expansion.

West Bank Violence: Four Palestinians and one Israeli were killed in a shooting near Nablus, with Israel saying troops responded to an attack on settlers and imposing a cordon around Tell and nearby areas. Raids and Detentions: Early Saturday, Israeli forces carried out large-scale raids across the West Bank, including in Tell, Jenin and surrounding towns, detaining dozens and restricting movement, while reports said the funeral of the victims was tightly controlled. Al-Aqsa Under Pressure: Around 70,000 Palestinians prayed at Al-Aqsa on Friday despite tightened Israeli security and arrests around the Old City. Gaza Humanitarian Strain: WFP warned Gaza aid could face deeper cuts without urgent funding, as severe hunger risks remain high for much of the population. Settler Violence Escalates: Türkiye condemned escalating settler violence after the Nablus-area clashes, calling it encouraged by Israel’s government. Local Life in Gaza: Swimming classes resumed for children after three years of war, offering a rare break from fear.

Gaza Humanitarian Crisis: Hunger remains dire even as some indicators ease. IPC warns 1.4 million people in Gaza face acute food insecurity by year-end, and UN-linked reporting says gains are fragile without sustained aid. Gaza Daily Life: Residents keep battling shortages and breakdowns, including reports of life without refrigerators as heat and food spoilage worsen conditions. West Bank Violence: In the north, Israeli forces and settlers escalated operations after a settler death near Tell southwest of Nablus, with reports of four Palestinians and two Israelis killed and a wider lockdown as troops deployed. Settler Expansion: Netanyahu ordered steps to legalize farm outposts and establish new ones, deepening fears of further land grabs. International Pressure via Culture: UNESCO added Sebastia in the occupied West Bank and Lebanese castles to the World Heritage list of endangered sites, despite Israeli objections—another flashpoint over heritage and control.

West Bank Violence: A shooting near Gilad Farm southwest of Nablus killed one Israeli and left two seriously wounded, with Israeli forces launching a manhunt after reports of an attack on hikers. Child Displacement: A new UN-linked account says more than 1,000 Palestinian children were forcibly displaced by a surge in settler violence in 2026, with attacks concentrated east of Ramallah. Gaza Hunger Watch: Despite easing famine conditions, the IPC warns Gaza’s acute food crisis remains severe—over 1.4 million people could face acute hunger by year-end if aid access and funding slip. Humanitarian Shelter Strain: UN OCHA says Gaza shelter supplies are running low, with fewer than 1,000 tents available for displaced families and calls for longer-term housing solutions. International Law Push: As ICC prosecutor Karim Khan faces a removal vote, Gaza-related war-crimes scrutiny remains in the spotlight. Regional Diplomacy: Malaysia’s ambassador was summoned by the US over Malaysia’s Israel policy, underscoring widening diplomatic friction around the Palestinian cause.

Gaza Food Crisis: A new IPC analysis warns 1.4 million people in Gaza face “high levels of acute food insecurity” through December 2026, with 67% of the population in crisis or worse, as aid gains remain fragile and funding drops. West Bank Banking Shock: The Palestinian Monetary Authority says Zionist banks plan to cut correspondent banking links within weeks, risking a “cliff” for payments tied to imports and wages. Gaza Aid Blockade Pressure: A French minister says the “ceasefire on paper” is useless unless Rafah and humanitarian supply routes reopen, after medical aid deliveries were still stuck at the border. Al-Aqsa Tensions: Israel’s far-right Itamar Ben-Gvir visited Al-Aqsa on Tisha B’Av, drawing condemnation from Jordan and Palestinian officials over status-quo violations. Settler Violence in the West Bank: Three Palestinians were killed in clashes tied to alleged attacks near Nablus and Jenin, with accounts disputed. Hamas/MB Financing Crackdown: The US Treasury sanctioned Muslim Brotherhood-linked figures and entities accused of funneling support to Hamas. Regional Escalation: Trump threatened “major military punishment” over Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping as oil prices pushed above $100.