The Israeli national security advisor, Tzachi Hanegbi, announced that the war against Hamas in Gaza Strip is expected to continue until next year. He stated that troops will not leave the enclave to prevent arms smuggling from Egypt to Gaza. On May 6, Israeli ground troops intensified their military offensive in Rafah, located in the south of the enclave, targeting four Hamas battalions in the area. According to Hanegbi, the Israel Defense Forces now control 75% of the Philadelphia Corridor, a narrow strip of land on the border with Egypt. He believes that they will eventually gain full control of the entire area.
The US-built dock in Gaza for humanitarian aid has stopped working, adding to the challenges faced by people living in the region. The situation is further complicated by Belgian long-term interest rates rising to their highest level this year, impacting borrowing costs. Deniz Undav’s fairytale rise in France’s cinema industry has been a significant success and is making headlines around the world.
Meanwhile, discussions between Trump and Musk about an advisory role in the White House are underway as both men weigh their options for future leadership roles. Life expectancy in Finland has not returned to pre-pandemic levels as COVID-19 continues to impact global health systems. Putin warns of serious consequences if Ukraine is provided with long-range weapons as tensions between Russia and its neighbors continue to escalate. Central banks are also being discussed as potential players in addressing climate change and its impacts on economies around the world.
Finally, Jordan Bardella is becoming a prominent figure as Marine Le Pen’s ideals Frontman continues to grow in popularity among French voters.
