Gaza Faces Famine Amid Intensified Conflict

Doctors in Gaza report severe malnutrition among patients, with children and adults showing signs of starvation as the territory faces a declared famine. Recent Israeli strikes have killed at least 33 Palestinians, including those seeking food and shelter, intensifying the humanitarian crisis. Aid groups warn that ongoing military operations and restrictions on supplies are pushing Gaza further into catastrophe, while ceasefire efforts remain stalled.

US Immigration and Political Tensions

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, previously detained on human smuggling charges, faces deportation to Uganda after refusing a plea deal for relocation to Costa Rica. His case highlights ongoing immigration enforcement actions and legal complexities in the United States. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump is fulfilling campaign promises of retribution against political opponents, directing investigations and legal actions against critics and former officials.

Redistricting Battles Reshape US Political Landscape

Texas lawmakers have approved a new congressional map favoring Republicans, with Governor Greg Abbott pledging swift enactment. The move, encouraged by President Trump, is part of a broader national trend of redistricting to secure partisan advantages ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Democrats vow legal challenges, while similar efforts unfold in other states.

Pope Supports Chagos Refugees' Right to Return

Pope Leo XIV has affirmed the right of Chagos refugees to return home after decades of exile, celebrating a recent treaty that allows resettlement and marks a significant victory for the displaced islanders.