Israeli companies are increasingly investing in the occupied Western Sahara, collaborating with Morocco in sectors like oil, gas, and aquaculture. This expansion is seen as a way to legitimize Moroccan control over the region. Key players include NewMed Energy, Ratio Petroleum, and Selina Group. The article highlights concerns from Western Sahara Resource Watch and International Crisis Group about the exploitation of resources and the impact on the Sahrawi people. The normalization of Morocco-Israel relations has intensified military and economic cooperation, raising ethical and legal questions.

Israel has accused UNRWA employees of involvement in attacks, sparking a campaign to expel the agency from East Jerusalem. The Knesset is debating a bill to ban UNRWA, with grassroots support for eviction. Deputy Mayor Arieh King, re-elected with Jewish Power party affiliation, has led protests against UNRWA. Despite UN findings refuting Israel's claims, protests continue, with some politicians participating. UNRWA denies allegations, citing a lease from Jordan and an agreement with Israel post-1967 war. The Palestinian Authority cannot replace UNRWA due to a financial crisis. The campaign against UNRWA is seen as part of Israel's efforts to assert control over East Jerusalem.

A child psychiatrist, Dr. Bobby Smyth, has raised concerns about the harmful effects of legal semi-synthetic cannabis (HHC) on children's health in Ireland. A study by the University of Galway and Mercy University Hospital Cork found that this substance is easily accessible and has led to hospitalizations due to psychotic illness. Dr. Smyth emphasized the need to address cannabis-related products, noting that a significant portion of his adolescent patients cite cannabis as their primary substance of abuse. Calls have been made to classify HHC under the Misuse of Drugs Act to prevent further harm, especially among adolescents. Recent discussions, including those by the Citizens’ Assembly on Drugs, suggest a shift towards reconsidering the criminalisation of drug possession for personal use.

Israeli lawmakers from the religious right, including National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, are advocating for the resettlement of Gaza with Jewish settlers, viewing the war as an opportunity for conquest. This stance is gaining traction despite international condemnation, with historical parallels drawn to past Zionist policies. The article highlights the increasing normalization of these views within Israeli politics and the potential implications for Gaza's Palestinian population.

Israeli lawmakers from the religious right, including National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, are advocating for the resettlement of Gaza with Jewish settlers, viewing the war as an opportunity for conquest. This stance is gaining traction despite international condemnation, with historical parallels drawn to past Zionist policies. The article highlights the controversial and inflammatory rhetoric from Israeli officials and the potential implications for Gaza's Palestinian population.

Israeli politicians and settler-colonist movements are increasingly advocating for the recolonization of Gaza following the October 7 Hamas attack. Key figures like Itamar Ben Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich have publicly supported the idea, with government actions and funding reflecting this shift. The movement has gained traction among the Israeli public, with significant support for resettlement in Gaza. The article also touches on historical and ongoing efforts to transfer Gaza's population and the broader implications of these policies.

Israeli politicians and settler-colonist movements are increasingly advocating for the recolonization of Gaza following the October 7 Hamas attack. Key figures like Itamar Ben Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich have publicly supported the idea, with government actions and funding reflecting this shift. The Israeli government has allocated funds to document former settlements, and movements like Returning Home are pushing to annul laws prohibiting Israeli presence in Gaza. Despite some skepticism from analysts, public support for resettlement is growing, with polls indicating a significant portion of Israelis favor renewing settlements in Gaza. The article highlights the potential for these settler-colonist ambitions to become reality amidst ongoing conflict.

Palestinian Christians, in response to the ongoing violence in Gaza, have called for the cancellation of Christmas celebrations, redirecting funds to humanitarian aid. The community, both in Gaza and the diaspora, is refraining from festivities, emphasizing solidarity with those affected by the conflict. The 'Cancel Christmas' campaign, supported by international activists, aims to protest the violence by reducing holiday spending. The article highlights the challenges faced by Gaza's Christian population, including targeted attacks on religious institutions, and calls for more substantial acts of solidarity and political action.

The Israeli cabinet's decision to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza has sparked protests from far-right groups, including Tsav 9 and Jewish Truth, who demand the release of hostages before aid is delivered. These groups have been linked to efforts to starve Gaza and have received tacit approval from some Israeli officials. The protests have disrupted aid delivery, drawing criticism from international bodies and the US State Department. Jewish Truth, associated with far-right politician Baruch Marzel, has used the protests to fundraise and promote its agenda of ethnic cleansing. The US has responded by proposing a temporary pier to facilitate aid delivery, which has dampened the protesters' momentum.

Israeli police clashed with Syrian demonstrators in the Golan Heights, who were protesting against Energix Renewable Energies' wind farm project on Syrian land. The protest, which resulted in injuries and arrests, is part of a broader resistance against the project that activists say will damage agriculture, disrupt local lifestyles, and have negative effects on health and the environment. Despite objections and expert testimonies highlighting the project's potential harm, Israel's National Committee of Infrastructure approved the project. Energix is facing legal challenges from Al-Marsad, a human rights organization, which claims the project violates international humanitarian law. The company has also filed lawsuits against Al-Marsad and activists. A restraining order has been issued against Energix, but the company insists it will not affect the project.