AGP Executive Report

Humanitarian Tech for Gaza: The UAE launched “Step of Hope,” a prosthetics program that starts in Al Arish, uses 3D scanning to fit patients inside Gaza, then aims to localize manufacturing for longer-term recovery. Trade & Environment in the West Bank: The EU, Palestine’s Ministry of National Economy, and UNOPS rolled out EU4Commerce (€8.5m) to modernize crossings, cut border delays, and improve logistics for Palestinian exporters—targeting bottlenecks like the King Hussein Bridge. Regional Stability & Water/Trade Risks: UN chief Guterres warned that escalating Middle East violence is disrupting trade routes, pushing up food and fuel prices, and worsening displacement, with Lebanon facing major humanitarian strain. Maritime Pressure & Climate/Health Fallout: Reports say Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz to shipping after US strikes, triggering oil-price spikes and raising risks for regional supply chains and civilian water access. UK Charity Scrutiny: UK regulators plan guidance after claims that some charities funded illegal Israeli settlement activity in occupied Palestine, following Starmer’s call that no UK charity should support settlements. Local Life Under Occupation: Lajee Celtic, a Palestinian football club in Aida camp near Bethlehem, says training is repeatedly disrupted by raids and tear gas, with players cleaning chemical residue from the pitch.

West Bank Annexation & Settler Violence: Amnesty says Israel is carrying out state-led “ethnic cleansing” in the occupied West Bank, accelerating forced displacement tied to annexation plans. UN Rights Probe: A UN commission reports Palestinian civilians are “trapped” between Israeli forces and settlers and Hamas, while also saying Israel bears primary responsibility for settler violence and impunity. Sanctions Over Violence: Britain, Canada, France and Norway announce coordinated sanctions on Israeli networks financing and enabling West Bank violence, echoing earlier Australia/New Zealand moves. Gaza Reconstruction Talks: Gazans in Cairo talks stress one priority—ending the war and rebuilding homes and schools—after continued deaths and widespread ruin. Environment & Food Safety in Crisis: Gaza’s worsening conditions include reports of rodents spreading disease and ongoing environmental strain, while broader regional instability threatens food supplies. US-Iran Escalation: The US launches renewed strikes on Iran for a second day as Iran vows to defend itself, raising fears of wider regional conflict that can further disrupt shipping and livelihoods.

West Bank Violence and Heritage Under Threat: Reports say Israeli settlers attacked Taybeh, a rare fully Christian town in the West Bank, torching agricultural fields and firing at homes, raising fresh fears for the area’s ancient community. Gaza’s Public Health Crisis: In Gaza’s displacement camps, rodents and insects are spreading fast—families describe rats/weasels chewing clothes and contaminating food amid sewage, rubbish, and scarce clean water. Regional Climate and Trade Pressure: With maritime routes under strain, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye are strengthening a land corridor via rail and logistics links, aiming to keep energy and goods moving and reduce dependence on chokepoints. Gaza Economy Under Constraint: A Bethlehem food expo is set to return, with organizers pushing a shift from emergency relief toward sustainable development and small-business growth. Circular Plastics Push: SMX launched a Circularity-as-a-Service platform to help recyclers and manufacturers certify recycled plastics for higher-value uses. UN Accountability: A UN inquiry says Palestinians are trapped between Israeli forces, settlers, and Hamas, and accuses Israeli authorities of enabling settler violence.

Humanitarian Access: Human rights groups say Israel is blocking agreed Gaza aid deliveries, despite a US-mediated plan for 600 trucks a day, with checkpoints and obstacles letting only a fraction through—worsening shortages of food, medical supplies, and clean water. West Bank Violence: A UN inquiry reports Israeli authorities are directly involved in settler attacks, with security forces often shielding attackers and enabling violence that targets Palestinian villages and agricultural land. Gaza Internal Repression: A new UN report says Hamas carried out beatings, mutilations, and public executions of Palestinians accused of “collaboration” or aid looting, with long-term harm to victims and families. Regional Escalation: UN chief António Guterres urges immediate de-escalation as Israel-Iran tensions rise, calling for reopening Gaza crossings for safe, unhindered aid. Education & Capacity Building: In Qatar, Education Above All and Awqaf celebrated the Qatar Scholarships Programme reaching 500 scholarships, including Palestine’s ambassador attending the graduation event. Environment & Community: Bethlehem volunteers cleaned Solomon’s Pools amid settlement-related concerns, highlighting local efforts to protect shared environmental heritage.

Gaza Humanitarian Fallout: UN OCHA says Gaza’s ceasefire is not bringing safety: daily strikes keep killing civilians, nearly all 2.1 million people remain displaced in overcrowded areas, and public health is worsening as pests, solid-waste contamination, and infectious disease threats rise. West Bank Settler Violence: A UN inquiry reports Israeli authorities enable settler attacks through financial and military support, while security forces often shield violence; it also says Hamas committed war crimes in Gaza. UN Commission on “All Sides” Abuse: Another UN-mandated probe says Palestinians are “trapped” between mass atrocities by Israeli forces and settlers and Hamas’s fear-based rule, with systematic rights violations across Gaza and the West Bank. Environmental Health in Gaza/Israel: A study finds PFAS “forever chemicals” from Gaza war explosions in Israeli farmland and wells, including potatoes near Gaza, raising long-term health risks. Energy & Reconstruction Talks: Egypt urges restarting Palestinian offshore gas discussions, while Cairo hosts mediators (Egypt, Qatar, Turkey) and factions to push Gaza ceasefire phase-two implementation and reconstruction planning. Aid Accountability: Penny Appeal denies allegations that Gaza funds reached extremists, saying due diligence and reporting show aid stayed humanitarian.

Gaza’s Climate Crisis: War is leaving a heavy carbon footprint, with reporting tying Gaza’s destruction to tens of millions of tons of emissions and a worsening environmental emergency. Humanitarian & Food Security: A new food-systems warning says geopolitics plus planetary heating are pushing more countries toward food crises, while FAO urges keeping agricultural trade open and using fertilizer efficiently as the Strait of Hormuz disruption threatens inputs. Gaza Rebuilding Reality Check: Donors may pledge billions for reconstruction, but a Gaza rebuilding plan is repeatedly stalled by fragmented funding and governance failures, not just lack of money. Gaza Children’s Trauma Support: In Gaza shelters, art therapy and music programs are helping displaced children process trauma through safe, gradual participation. Regional De-escalation Talks: Egypt calls for a comprehensive deal to restore stability, including Iran’s nuclear file and safer navigation through Hormuz, while linking any lasting calm to real progress for Palestinians. Legal Pressure Over Gaza Flotilla: Italian prosecutors opened an investigation into Israel’s Itamar Ben-Gvir over alleged torture and kidnapping of activists detained during a Gaza flotilla. UN Charter Diplomacy: Zimbabwe says it will use its UN Security Council seat to defend the UN Charter and push principled multilateralism.

Gaza Environment Crisis: Gaza’s environmental and health disaster is deepening after the war, with experts warning the damage will linger—dust, respiratory illness, and wider climate instability are now part of daily life. Ceasefire & Governance Talks: Mediators from Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey met in Cairo to push a framework for Gaza’s next phase, but disputes over Palestinian armed groups’ weapons and transitional governance remain a major sticking point as strikes and aid restrictions continue. Water & Sanitation Fallout: Gaza’s water crisis is worsening as sewage floods streets, raising disease risks and adding pressure to already strained services. Food Security Pressure: FAO warned that the Strait of Hormuz crisis is turning into a global food security risk, stressing open trade in agricultural inputs and efficient fertilizer use to prevent a fertilizer-and-production shock. Regional Escalation Watch: Egypt urged a fast US-Iran agreement to prevent escalation and protect freedom of navigation through Hormuz, highlighting the security and economic stakes for the region. Humanitarian Alarm: The International Rescue Committee warned that the Iran war and other conflicts are accelerating displacement and food insecurity while disrupting aid operations.

Industrial Jobs in Egypt: Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly opened and inspected major factories in Alexandria’s Borg El Arab zone, including a new Jade Textile garments plant and expansions in apparel, tea production, and heavy industry—framing industry as a driver of exports and employment. Gaza Waste & Recycling Hope: TIKA highlighted zero-waste and recycling work at Istanbul’s Zero Waste Festival, including a Gaza-focused education and a project turning olive waste into pellet fuel and reusable products. Food Security Warning: An UN agency chief warned that the Strait of Hormuz closure and higher fertiliser and fuel costs could trigger a global food crisis by year-end, with farmers delaying planting and transport costs pushing prices up. Regional De-escalation Talks: Qatar and Egypt coordinated in Cairo on mediation efforts between the US and Iran and discussed developments in Lebanon and the Gaza Strip, urging all parties to engage to prevent renewed escalation. Palestine Under Siege in Sports: Coverage notes Palestine is absent from the 2026 World Cup draw while Palestinian athletes face death and deprivation in Gaza and abductions in the West Bank. Human Rights Scrutiny: Microsoft announced new oversight after an internal inquiry into claims that its cloud tech was used for surveillance of Palestinians.

West Bank Environment: Palestinian officials warned that Israel’s planned waste treatment facility in Qalandia could harm public health, agriculture, and land ownership, calling it a new tool of annexation and settlement expansion. Gaza Water & Pollution: Reports say Gaza’s water crisis is worsening as sewage floods streets, raising disease risks and deepening environmental collapse. Local Heritage & Cleanup: Hundreds of volunteers in Bethlehem cleaned Solomon’s Pools, clearing litter and restoring old water channels—framing it as Palestinian attachment to land amid settlement pressure. Sustainability & Recycling (Palestine-linked): TIKA highlighted recycling and waste-management work, including programs in Palestine that turn olive waste into pellet fuel and reusable products, at Istanbul’s Zero Waste Festival. Human Rights in Gaza: A German journalist from the Global Sumud Flotilla accused Israeli prison staff of rape and sexual abuse, with Adalah demanding an urgent criminal investigation. Food Safety Focus: A call for stronger food safety systems was issued for World Food Safety Day, linking safe food to public health and sustainable development.

Gaza’s environmental emergency: On World Environment Day, the Gaza Municipality issued an urgent appeal over a worsening ecological and public health crisis, citing shattered water systems, sewage overflow, and massive solid-waste accumulation choking neighborhoods. Humanitarian access crisis: Gaza relief officials say Israel controls about 70% of the Strip and that crossing closures mean aid is far below needs—only a fraction of daily truckloads reach people, while some supplies are diverted. Environmental “reshaping” fears: A Ramallah-based rights commission warns Gaza is being treated as an “open laboratory” to remake Palestinian life through displacement, destruction, and control of reconstruction tied to political conditions. Documentation push: Anadolu launched a digital “Gaza Trilogy” website compiling evidence, witness accounts, and legal assessments of alleged Israeli crimes in Gaza for global audiences. Regional pressure on Lebanon: China condemned renewed Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon as dangerous escalation, linking it to the Gaza war and calling for an immediate ceasefire and withdrawal. On-the-ground tragedy: AP reports Israeli forces killed a 7-month-old Palestinian baby in the occupied West Bank, underscoring the ongoing civilian toll.

Gaza Humanitarian Collapse: Gaza relief officials say Israeli forces control about 70% of the Strip and that aid is strangled by closed crossings—only around 100 trucks a day enter, with just 5–10% meeting real needs; authorities warn 600–1,000 trucks daily are required and that prefabricated housing units are being blocked. Gaza as “Open Laboratory”: A Ramallah rights group argues the war is being used to reshape Palestinian life on demographic and geographic levels—displacement, destruction, and a reconstruction-and-aid model tied to political and security demands. West Bank Fatality: In Hebron, health officials report Israeli troops killed a 7-month-old Palestinian baby during shooting at a vehicle in Tel Rumeida; the family was injured too. Water & Waste Risk: Reports highlight Gaza’s worsening water crisis as sewage floods streets, raising disease risks. Settlement & Water Access: A US House move to fund Israeli agricultural research is criticized for deepening ties to settlement institutions while Palestinians face restricted land and water access. Climate/Carbon Claim: Palestinian data cited in coverage links Gaza war impacts to very large carbon emissions.

Gaza Ceasefire Talks: Hamas says it won’t surrender its weapons now, proposing a long-term hudna where only an official Palestinian police force would carry visible arms—while talks are set to resume in Cairo amid ongoing Israeli assassinations. Humanitarian & Health Pressure: Reports continue that Israeli restrictions on fuel and supplies are pushing Gaza hospitals toward shutdown, as strikes and displacement fears grow. Climate & War Emissions: Palestinian data and wider reporting put Gaza war-linked carbon emissions at 33.2 million tons, adding an environmental cost to the conflict. Waste & Land Impacts in the West Bank: Jerusalem Governorate warnings about a major settlement waste-treatment project on Qalandia village lands raise fresh concerns for local water and soil. Policy, Not Just Politics: A UK NHS review recommends banning pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel symbols at work, spotlighting how public health spaces are becoming battlegrounds. Local Environment Governance: Swansea launches a 12-week consultation on new cycling and walking routes, with some proposed links added and others removed after public objections.

Gaza Humanitarian Crisis: Israel’s control of Gaza is reported to have expanded from 50% to 60%, with leaders signaling a push toward 70%, while hospitals warn they’re nearing shutdown as fuel and supplies run out. Ceasefire Talks Under Strain: Hamas says it won’t hand over weapons outright, proposing a long-term hudna where only official police arms would be visible—leaving negotiations stalled. Environmental Disaster in Gaza: Palestinian data and reporting link the war to massive carbon emissions, adding climate damage to an already collapsing humanitarian system. West Bank Settlement Scrutiny: UK retailer Superdrug removed Ahava skincare after questions about alleged links to a Dead Sea settlement and possible use of Dead Sea mud in products. Protected Nature Under Pressure (Region): In Albania, thousands protested a Kushner-linked €1.4bn luxury resort near the Vjosa-Narta protected wetland, home to flamingos, seals, and sea turtle nesting sites. Zero Waste Push: Türkiye launched a major zero-waste forum ahead of COP31, framing waste cuts as climate action and calling for changes in consumption habits.

Climate & Health in Gaza: Palestinian authorities marked World Environment Day with a grim tally: Israeli aggression has generated about 33.2 million tons of CO2-equivalent emissions, including 1.9 million from direct military operations and the rest from debris removal and reconstruction. The same report warns that over 90% of wastewater infrastructure is damaged, with sewage spilling into streets as electricity and fuel shortages worsen the public health risk. Water Crisis: With water networks destroyed, Gaza’s water prices have surged—tanker-delivered water reportedly rising to 211 shekels per cup in 2025, up from 30 shekels in 2023. Regional De-escalation Diplomacy: Japan and Egypt agreed to coordinate efforts to calm the Middle East, including pushing for progress in US-Iran talks and stressing safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Travel Safety Alerts: The US issued updated security travel warnings across the region, keeping Gaza, Lebanon, Iran and others at “Do Not Travel” as tensions and strike risks remain high. Land & Waste Threat: Jerusalem Governorate warned of plans for a large waste treatment and energy conversion project on Qalandia village lands, citing major land confiscation and impacts on homes and fertile farmland.

Gaza’s climate toll: Palestinian data says the Gaza conflict has generated about 33.2 million tons of CO2-equivalent emissions, with damage to water and sanitation systems driving a wider environmental disaster. Land and waste in occupied East Jerusalem: The Jerusalem Governorate warns Israel is moving ahead with planning for a massive waste treatment project on Qalandiya village lands, including a route change to the separation wall and large-scale land confiscation that threatens homes and olive-growing areas. Ceasefire under pressure: Israeli pre-dawn airstrikes across Gaza killed at least nine Palestinians, including a family of five, and injured others, despite ongoing ceasefire efforts. NHS and political symbols: A UK anti-Semitism review says NHS staff should not wear political badges, including pro-Palestine or pro-Israel messages, at work—sparking debate over neutrality and discrimination. Children and war: Harmony Foundation marks the UN International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression, calling out the systematic harm to children in conflict zones, including Gaza. Wildlife protection push: A regional workshop in Amman, under Princess Alia’s patronage, focuses on changing public behaviour to reduce demand for wildlife and birds across the Middle East.

Gaza Civic Collapse: The UN human rights office says Gaza police and other public servants are being hit in “repeated” strikes, with routine targeting contributing to a collapse of civic order since the war began. Gaza Control Expansion: Satellite reporting and new maps claim Israel is building fortified positions around Gaza’s inner perimeter and expanding the restricted “orange line,” while officials signal plans to move large numbers of Palestinians. Diplomacy Under Strain: A reported Trump–Netanyahu phone clash is said to complicate US-Iran talks as Iran warns it could suspend negotiations over Lebanon. Campus Free Speech Crackdown: A People’s Inquiry report alleges Australian universities used disciplinary pressure, surveillance, and antisemitism accusations to suppress Palestine-related protest and criticism. Legal Intimidation in the UK: UK Lawyers for Israel faces scrutiny over alleged intimidation tactics aimed at silencing pro-Palestine voices and pressuring institutions. Environment & Development Fight (Albania): Protests grow against Kushner-linked luxury resort plans in protected coastal areas, with claims of damage to ecosystems and rushed approvals. Health in Detention: UK progressives raise alarms over Palestine solidarity activist Umer Khalid’s deteriorating condition in pre-trial detention.