Kuwait City: The Kuwait Hajj Mission has announced the successful implementation of its plan to escort pilgrims to the holy sites of Mount Arafat and the Muzdalifah region. The mission emphasized the smooth execution of the logistics and safety measures for the pilgrims during their spiritual journey.
According to Kuwait News Agency, the situation in Gaza remains dire as at least 70 Palestinians have been killed and over 189 others wounded in a series of Israeli airstrikes on the Gaza Strip. The airstrikes have caused significant destruction and loss of life, exacerbating the already tense situation in the region.
In another tragic development in Gaza, four journalists have lost their lives in an airstrike by Israeli forces on Al-Mamadani Hospital in Gaza City. The attack on the hospital has drawn condemnation and raised concerns about the safety of journalists operating in conflict zones.
The United Nations in New York has paid tribute to 168 aid workers who lost their lives in 2024, with 126 of those personnel having served in Gaza. The tribute highlighted the dangerous conditions faced by aid workers in conflict areas and underscored the need for greater protections.
In Brussels, NATO defense ministers have reached an agreement to allocate five percent of their GDP to defense spending. The decision aims to strengthen the alliance's capabilities and ensure a more balanced contribution among member states.
Meanwhile, in Washington, the United States has imposed sanctions on four International Criminal Court judges. The sanctions are a response to actions deemed illegitimate by the U.S. government, which claims they targeted the United States and Israel.