The Israel Brief – 27 May 2024 – What happened in Rafah? 3 hostages recovered and laid to rest. Vote on UNRWA. Gantz calls for investigation.

The Israel Brief – 28 May 2024 – Rafah update. Ireland, Spain and Norway formally recognize Palestine. Massive fires in north. SA Presidents genocidal chant. 

The Israel Brief – 29 May 2024 – Rafah – the facts. WSJ criticise ICJ. Israel to help Papua New Guinea. Doctor exposes Hamas treatment of patients in Gaza hospitals.

The Israel Brief – 30 May 2024 – IDF take Philadelphi. Brazil withdraws ambassador. UN tribute to Raisi. Australia says no to Palestinian state.

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