Article – The feed of October 11, 2023: A look back at international news
The day of October 11, 2023 was marked by important events on the international scene. Tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate, with clashes between Israel and Hamas escalating.
First, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that “any member of Hamas is a dead man”, signaling intensifying attacks against the Palestinian group. Israel has cut off water, electricity and food supplies to the Gaza Strip, worsening the already present humanitarian crisis in the region.
The toll of Hamas attacks continues to rise. On the Israeli side, there are at least 1,200 deaths and dozens of people are considered “hostages or missing”. On the Palestinian side, retaliatory strikes on the Gaza Strip caused the deaths of 1,055 people.
In another development, Israeli television questioned the release of hostages announced by Hamas. According to Israeli media, the images released by the Palestinian group showed people who had never been kidnapped in Gaza. This confusion raises questions about the veracity of the information provided by Hamas.
During this busy day, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz called on citizens to guarantee the safety of the Jewish population in Germany, condemning excesses during pro-Palestinian rallies. He stressed the importance of solidarity with the Jewish community in the country.
On the international scene, Iranian President Ebrahim Raïssi had a first telephone conversation with the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman. They discussed the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the need to end “war crimes” against Palestine. This conversation marks a turning point in relations between Iran and Saudi Arabia, which recently resumed diplomatic ties.
Finally, American President Joe Biden called on Israel to respect “the laws of war” in its actions against Hamas. He also warned Iran to exercise caution to avoid an escalation of the conflict. The United States will continue to support Israel in its defense against attacks and will work with our international partners to resolve the situation peacefully.
In conclusion, the day of October 11, 2023 was marked by significant developments in the Middle East and on the international scene. Tensions between Israel and Hamas remain high, with tragic consequences for civilian populations. Calls for solidarity and a peaceful resolution to the conflict are increasing, but the situation remains complex and uncertain.