AGP Executive Report

West Bank Humanitarian Crisis: UN says aid access is being blocked by a network of 900+ physical obstacles, leaving families in Qusra trapped since Tuesday after a settler outpost and tightened restrictions. Qusra Siege: Palestinians report settlers surrounding homes, cutting off water and electricity, while Israeli forces reportedly blocked activists trying to deliver supplies; the US is now pressing Netanyahu to publicly condemn the siege. International Pressure: The US called the settler blockade “terror,” France urged Israel to arrest and prosecute those responsible, and Jordan condemned escalating attacks. Settler Violence Surge: A Palestinian monitoring report tallied 852 violations in the West Bank in one week, including raids, demolitions, and attacks on holy sites. Taybeh Under Fear: Residents of the last all-Christian town in the West Bank say intensifying settler attacks are disrupting life and livelihoods. Gaza Humanitarian & Culture: A Catholic parish school in Gaza is set to reopen in September, while Gaza beekeepers rebuild rooftop hives and UN-linked reports highlight ongoing access and protection challenges. Journalists Remembered: A march is planned to honor Anas Al-Sharif and all martyred journalists.

West Bank Siege in Qusra: Israeli forces blocked Palestinian, Israeli, and foreign activists from reaching families trapped in three homes surrounded by settlers for nearly a week, with the area repeatedly declared a “closed military zone” as tents were re-erected and dismantled and water/electricity cuts left residents scrambling for supplies. US Pressure on Netanyahu: The White House is urging Netanyahu to publicly condemn the settler siege after U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee called the attackers “Israeli terrorists,” while officials say Washington is pushing for action as the standoff drags on. France Condemns Settler Harassment: France demanded Israel arrest and prosecute “rogue settlers” in Qusra and protect civilians, warning settlement policy threatens the two-state solution. Security Shift in the West Bank: Israel’s Defense Minister Israel Katz ordered the IDF to prepare transferring civilian enforcement among Israeli settlers to the Israeli police—framing it as a governance and security change, but critics warn it could support annexation-style control. Gaza and Humanitarian Strain: WHO reported attacks on healthcare in conflict zones averaging more than four a day in 2026, while Gaza freelancers increasingly rely on coworking spaces to stay connected amid extreme unemployment. Diplomacy: Egypt and Turkey condemned Israeli violations in Gaza and the West Bank and called for halting escalation while advancing Trump’s Gaza peace plan.

Gaza Water Crisis: UN OCHA says more than half of Gazans lack safe access to water, with millions getting far below emergency needs and sanitation collapsing amid displacement. Humanitarian Air Bridges: Dubai established a new route for WHO-linked aid flights, sending medicine, tents and nutrition supplies to Egypt for onward delivery to Gaza. West Bank Siege Under Fire: U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee condemned settler “terror” during the Qusra home siege, as families were cut off from water and electricity and Israel faced mounting international pressure. Gaza Strikes Despite Ceasefire: Israeli drone and airstrikes killed Gaza City’s police chief Jamal Abu Kamil and others in Khan Younis and Gaza City, with claims of targeting Hamas figures. Diplomacy vs. Rejection: Netanyahu formally rejected Trump’s 15-point Gaza plan, vowing no withdrawal until Hamas fully disarms, while Jared Kushner is reported to be traveling next week to push talks with Israel and Egypt. Settlements Expand: Israel’s Katz praised settlers for “holding onto” Palestinian land as illegal settlement activity continues, including moves tied to Ganim. Online Rights: A study alleges Meta systematically suppresses Palestinian voices on Facebook and Instagram.

West Bank Siege: The US ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, called the settler blockade of Palestinian homes in Qusra near Nablus a “horrific act of terror,” after settlers harassed a Palestinian American family and cut off access to food and water; Israeli forces dismantled outposts and said residents would be allowed to stay in their homes while troops patrol. Diplomatic Pressure: Turkey’s Erdoğan told Abbas in Ankara that Netanyahu’s government is trying to erase Palestine from the world agenda, urging stronger international support amid intensifying displacement and land seizures. Gaza Strike Update: An Israeli airstrike in Khan Younis killed a Palestinian man, the first fatality in over a week, as Israel scaled back targeted attacks under US pressure. Gaza Health Crisis: Doctors warn Gaza cancer patients are dying faster as Israel restricts travel for treatment after destroying the specialized cancer hospital. Digital Rights: A report says Meta has systematically restricted Palestinian content on Facebook and Instagram, including account suspensions and reduced visibility. Elections: Hamas says it will participate in Palestinian legislative elections in November as part of a broad coalition, aiming to keep the status quo at Al-Aqsa. Culture & Boycott: Pro-Palestinian campaigners in Lebanon and Jordan urged a boycott of “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” over producer Avi Arad’s support for Israel.

Gaza Roadmap Clash: Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu formally rejected Trump’s 15-point Gaza plan, saying there will be no withdrawal until Hamas is fully disarmed, deepening a rift with U.S.-backed mediation efforts. West Bank Settler Siege: In Qusra, settlers blockaded Palestinian homes for days; the army removed a tent but families said they remained trapped, as the U.S. reportedly pressed Israel over failure to stop violence. UN Warning: UN officials told the Security Council that settler violence has reached “unprecedented” levels, pushing the West Bank to a “breaking point” through attacks, arrests, demolitions and displacement. Human Rights in Focus: A Palestinian journalist, Mohammed Awad, was detained near Ramallah, bringing the number of Palestinian journalists held to 40, while Gaza’s doctor Hussam Abu Safiya alleged brutal torture in detention. Political Moves: Hamas confirmed it will participate in Palestinian legislative elections on Nov. 28 under a broad coalition. Regional Diplomacy: Turkey’s Erdogan accused Netanyahu of trying to “remove Palestine” from the world’s agenda as he met Abbas in Ankara.

West Bank Violence Escalates: UN officials warn the occupied West Bank is at a “breaking point” as settler attacks, demolitions and displacements surge, with 76 Palestinians killed since the start of 2026 and thousands displaced. Settler Siege in Qusra: Israeli forces clashed with settlers trying to clear a West Bank outpost in front of Palestinian homes, then withdrew after failing to remove them; IDF says the outpost is illegal and “reprehensible.” Religious Access Tightened: Israeli forces closed the Ibrahimi Mosque in Hebron, blocking worshipers and visitors. Christian Town Encircled: IDF declared Taybeh, near Ramallah, a “closed military zone,” raising fears for the town’s Christian community as attacks and outposts grow. Gaza Humanitarian & Education Pressure: Dozens of Palestinian students in Gaza still await evacuation to Italy despite scholarships, while delays and damaged education systems keep them stuck. Gaza Peace Plan Deadlock: Netanyahu formally rejected Trump’s 15-point Gaza plan, vowing no withdrawal until Hamas is fully disarmed. Detention & Media Crackdown: A Palestinian journalist, Ihab Diab, reportedly died in Israeli custody after long secrecy, while the number of journalists held in custody reached 40. Local Economy Update: West Bank employment rose 4.6% in Q2, but unemployment remains high and wages/protection are still weak, according to PCBS.

Gaza Peace Deadlock: Netanyahu formally rejected Trump’s 15-point Gaza plan, saying Israel won’t withdraw until Hamas is fully disarmed, deepening the rift with Washington and raising fears the war drags on. West Bank Emergency: UN officials warned the West Bank is “breaking” and must be treated as an emergency as settlement expansion and settler violence accelerate, with annexation moving from plan to practice. Settler Violence Surge: Reports say “nationalistic” settler attacks jumped 63% in the first half of 2026, while Palestinians killed and wounded also rose. Christian Village Under Closure: Israel declared Taybeh a closed military zone amid escalating attacks on the last fully Christian town. Aid and Health Pressure: UN data shows most Palestinians in the occupied territory lack safe water and sanitation, threatening public health. Legal Pressure Abroad: New Zealand faces a court challenge over approving BlackSky spy satellite launches tied to Israel’s Gaza targeting. International Justice Fight: US rights groups sued over Trump sanctions on the ICC, arguing they attack international accountability.

Gaza Peace Deadlock: Netanyahu formally rejected Trump’s 15-point Gaza roadmap, vowing no Israeli withdrawal until Hamas is fully disarmed, while Hamas says it won’t move first and demands Israel halt strikes and withdraw. Humanitarian Crisis: WHO says thousands of Gaza patients still can’t get medical evacuation abroad, with evacuations happening only a few times a week. UN Warning: UN experts condemned a July surge in civilian killings and rights abuses across Gaza and the occupied West Bank, saying ceasefires aren’t protecting people. West Bank Home Demolitions: Israeli forces demolished homes tied to deadly West Bank clashes, including the home of Farouq Ramadan in Tell, and carried out more demolitions after attacks. Bodies Held for Bargaining: Haaretz reports Israel is holding about 1,700 Palestinian bodies as potential exchange leverage. Diplomacy: Abbas will visit Türkiye for talks with Erdoğan, as Ramallah’s “We Are Staying” festival returns amid escalating settler violence. Settlements Pressure: Peace Now warns Israel is pursuing “undeclared annexation,” while reports show a record number of Palestinian structures demolished in the West Bank.

Gaza Roadmap Rift: Netanyahu formally rejected Trump’s 15-point Gaza plan, saying Israel won’t withdraw until Hamas is fully disarmed, deepening the US-Israel split even as Trump insists ties are “very good.” UN Humanitarian Warning: UN OCHA said Israeli operations across Gaza continue to endanger civilians and swell humanitarian needs, while teams have marked over 1,000 unexploded ordnance items. West Bank Land Seizures: Israel seized about 550 acres near Marda in Salfit for “military purposes,” and also ordered the seizure of land east of Qalqilya for a communications tower. Taybeh Closed Military Zone: Israel declared the Palestinian Christian town of Taybeh a closed military zone for non-residents, citing settler attack fears. Sports & Life Resuming: Palestinian football is set to restart in September, with the “Thousand Martyrs’ Cup” beginning Sept. 4 after a near three-year suspension. Gaza Care on the Ground: The Palestinian Red Crescent opened a field hospital in northern Gaza to serve nearly 500,000 people amid healthcare collapse. International Scrutiny: UK regulators opened an inquiry into the Al-Khair Foundation over alleged Hamas-linked support during the Gaza war.

Gaza Ceasefire Roadmap Clash: Israel’s PM Benjamin Netanyahu rejected Trump’s U.S.-backed 15-point Gaza plan, saying no withdrawal will happen until Hamas is “genuinely” disarmed, while Hamas says it will stick to the roadmap. UN Rights Alarm: UN experts condemned a July escalation across Gaza and the West Bank, warning that “nowhere is safe” despite a nominal ceasefire. Humanitarian Fallout: Fear is rising among pregnant women in Gaza as miscarriages surged in 2026, with women describing exhausting daily survival inside tents. Journalists Remembered: Gaza marked the first anniversary of Al Jazeera correspondent Anas al-Sharif’s killing, with a vigil for him and five other slain media workers. West Bank Pressure: Settlers surrounded a Palestinian family’s home near Qusra, trapping them inside and cutting electricity, while Israeli raids in Nablus and Bethlehem left injuries and arrests. Settler Violence Up: Reports say extremist settler “nationalistic crime” rose 63% in the first half of 2026, with more Palestinians wounded and killed. Prisoner Releases: Israel released 37 Palestinian prisoners via Karem Abu Salem, with families waiting at Nasser Hospital for medical checks.

Gaza Peace Talks Clash: Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu rejected Trump’s US-backed 15-point Gaza plan, saying Israel will not withdraw until Hamas is “genuinely” disarmed—heavy, light, and all weapons—while Israel scaled back some strikes under US pressure and talks with mediators continue. Ceasefire Roadmap Pressure: Board of Peace envoy Nickolay Mladenov called the plan the only way to prevent an Oct. 7 repeat, stressing “verified” steps and that Israel should not fire unless facing a real threat. West Bank Settler Violence & Crackdowns: Israel closed the Christian village of Taybeh to nonresidents, citing settler attacks, as reports also described raids and settler assaults across Ramallah, Qalqilya, and other areas. Prisoners Under Scrutiny: Palestinian Prisoners’ Affairs reported the death of prisoner Ihab Diab, raising the toll among Palestinian prisoners to 328, while Gaza’s Al-Shifa director urged urgent catheterization supplies to keep services running. Humanitarian Strain: Gaza residents reported injuries from Israeli attacks, and Gaza’s health system continues to face shortages amid ongoing shelling and raids.

Gaza War Death Toll: Gaza health authorities say Israel’s aggression has killed at least 73,386 Palestinians and injured 174,250 since Oct 7, 2023, with two deaths and eight injuries reported in the last 24 hours; many victims remain trapped as rescue teams can’t reach them. Gaza Peace Plan Clash: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected Trump’s US-backed “Board of Peace” 15-point roadmap, saying Israel will not withdraw until Hamas is “genuinely” disarmed of all weapons, and vowed there will be no Palestinian state under his leadership. Hamas Response: A Hamas official told AFP the US and mediators must pressure Netanyahu to follow the roadmap instead of blocking it for political reasons. Displacement Warning: Egypt’s foreign minister warned that forcibly displacing Palestinians from Gaza remains a “red line,” saying “voluntary displacement” is coercion if conditions are engineered to make life impossible. Humanitarian Aid: Five UAE aid convoys entered Gaza, while the UAE’s Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 continues medical support and dispatches relief supplies. Regional Solidarity: Palestine’s embassy in Malaysia praised PM Anwar Ibrahim’s reaffirmation that Malaysia won’t allow its territory for trade destined for Israel.

Gaza Ceasefire Violations: A Palestinian was killed and 10 others injured in Israeli gunfire across Gaza, with flares reported and more injuries in Deir al-Balah, Khan Younis and Gaza City. West Bank Settler Violence & Raids: In the West Bank, 15 Palestinians suffered tear-gas suffocation in Tubas and Bethlehem after raids on Dheisheh camp, while Hebron saw a settler attack that injured six, including one shot with live fire. Human Remains Recovery: Gaza Civil Defense recovered 19 bodies from the “Karam” building in Gaza City after four days of search, as crews say heavy machinery shortages keep operations slow. Detained Doctor Urgency: Gaza’s health chief warned that pediatrician Hussam Abu Safiya could die without urgent medical intervention, citing reports of abuse and injuries in custody. Gaza Roadmap Dispute: A source told i24NEWS Israel is already implementing the Gaza roadmap and ceasefire in practice, despite claims in cabinet discussions that key elements were not approved. West Bank Assault Video: Footage circulating online showed an IDF soldier beating a Palestinian in Idna; the IDF said it is investigating. Diplomacy & Pressure: Hamas urged the US to pressure Israel to withdraw from Gaza as part of the next phase, while Israel’s security chief warned Hamas aims to “trap” Israel through the process.

Gaza Toll and Medical Crisis: Gaza’s Health Ministry says the death toll from Israel’s aggression has reached 73,384 martyrs and 174,242 wounded, with many victims still unreachable as ambulances and rescue teams struggle amid rubble and shortages. Ceasefire Friction: Despite calls for a two-week truce, Israeli gunfire and vehicle attacks injured Palestinians in Khan Younis, while reports also cite ongoing violations across the Strip. Hamas on Talks: Hamas says it remains ready to move forward with a US-backed Gaza plan, urging Washington to pressure Israel to approve the next phase—while Israel insists it has not agreed to the “draft.” West Bank Raids and Settler Pressure: Israeli forces raided Ya’bad near Jenin, conducting home searches and field interrogations, and set up a checkpoint near Ramallah; meanwhile, settlers and troops continue attacks and land actions, including bulldozing in Sinjil to expand a settlement outpost. Prisoners Under Strain: The Palestine Center says extremist Ben-Gvir renewed a ban on family visits for prisoners, warning of escalating abuse and isolation. Al-Aqsa Alarm: Arab League foreign ministers warn that alleged Israeli changes to the Al-Aqsa status quo could spark a wider religious conflict. Aid and Health Access: Gaza’s dialysis services face “unprecedented” pressure as supplies run short, with officials warning that disruptions could mean patients’ deaths.

Gaza Humanitarian Crisis: UNICEF says at least 300 Palestinian children were killed in Gaza during the 300 days since the October 2025 ceasefire, warning that “one child dead each day” shows the truce is failing children. Aid Access: OCHA reports a 33% rise in aid supplies entering Gaza in July versus June, but partners warn restrictions still block key items like engine oil and spare parts. Medical Collapse in the West Bank: MedGlobal warns the West Bank health system is being pushed toward a Gaza-like collapse as Israeli clearance-revenue withholding and movement limits choke hospitals and clinics. West Bank Violence: Israeli forces and settlers attacked Beit Furik near Nablus, with residents reporting assaults and ambulances blocked; PRCS also reported injuries and arrests. Prisoners Under Pressure: Palestinian Prisoners Club says Israel renewed bans on family visits, calling it part of a policy that sustains torture and starvation. Religious Community Under Threat: AFP reports growing hardships are driving Palestinian Christians to consider leaving, with fears they could be gone by 2050. Security Incident: IDF said there was no threat after a cut was found in the fence around Kibbutz Zikim, while searches continued.

UNICEF Report: UNICEF says at least 300 children have been killed in Gaza in the 300 days since the ceasefire began, warning violence and shortages are still driving deaths, injuries, malnutrition, disease, and unsafe water. West Bank Accountability: Israel indicted extremist settler Yinon Levy over the killing of Palestinian activist and teacher Awdeh Hathaleen, charging reckless manslaughter in what rights groups call a rare move after years of impunity. Gaza “Board of Peace” Deal: Trump’s Gaza recovery body awarded its first contract for a military outpost to host Moroccan troops for a planned stabilization force, with the site reportedly under direct Israeli control. Settler Violence Near Ramallah: Settlers attacked the Naif al-Kaabneh Bedouin community east of al-Taybeh, injuring a foreign activist and assaulting residents under alleged Israeli protection. West Bank Raid: Israeli forces raided Qalandiya refugee camp and Kafr Aqab, injuring dozens and detaining people amid curfews and road closures. Gaza Security Tensions: Israeli ministers urged renewed Gaza offensives and rejection of the roadmap’s second phase, as Israel continues to claim it will act “proactively.”