Palestinian militant group Hamas has released the second group of Israeli and foreign hostages in Gaza, marking a pivotal step towards de-escalation in the ongoing conflict. MSNBC reported on Saturday that the terror group confirmed the release, stating that the hostages have been handed over to the Red Cross and […]
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Israel and Palestinian militant group Hamas have reached a four-day truce, marking a crucial step toward de-escalation amid ongoing conflict. The agreement for a temporary ceasefire aims to facilitate the release of approximately 50 hostages, who have been held in Gaza since Hamas’s raid on Israel on October 7th, Al […]
Controversial influencer and former kickboxer Andrew Tate didn’t mince words as he accused Israel of engaging in genocide in Gaza amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict, in a new interview. The devout Muslim condemned Israeli attacks against Palestinians and refused to condemn Hamas as a terror group during a sit-down with Piers […]
In a momentous celebration of advocacy and leadership, Mariam Veiszadeh, a trailblazing human rights champion and CEO of Media Diversity Australia, was awarded the prestigious Asian-Australian Leadership Award at the Melbourne Arts Centre gala dinner on Wednesday. Veiszadeh, originally from Afghanistan, has been recognised for her unwavering commitment to instigating […]
In recent weeks, concerns have escalated over the apparent challenges faced by journalists working across mainstream news outlets in Australia when reporting on the Israel-Palestine conflict. Media insiders tell BACKCOVERNEWS.COM that some reporters have allegedly faced challenges and, in certain instances, experienced attempts at censorship by their editors while covering […]
Tensions flared in Melbourne’s southeast on Friday as confrontations erupted between pro-Palestine and pro-Israel demonstrators, spurred by a suspicious fire at a nearby Muslim-owned burger shop. A crowd of 400 gathered at Princes Park, Caulfield South, prompting police to form a human barrier and employ pepper spray to maintain control. […]
Rare Beauty, the cosmetics company founded by renowned singer and actress Selena Gomez, has taken a bold step in the midst of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. In an official statement released via Instagram on Tuesday, Rare Beauty announced its commitment to humanitarian aid efforts in the region […]
A controversial art installation at Sydney’s iconic Bondi Beach has sparked outrage from Muslim groups after tributes were made for Israeli hostages being held in Gaza. The installation, which features 230 blue and white towels, Australian Jewish each paired with a symbolic pair of flip-flops, was carefully placed along the pavilion […]
The Gaza Health Ministry has reported a grim milestone in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, with the Palestinian death toll now surpassing 8,000 people. This figure, mostly made up of women and children, marks an unprecedented level of casualties in decades of Israeli-Palestinian violence, according to the Japan […]
President Joe Biden hosted Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and their respective partners for a private dinner at the White House on Tuesday evening, ahead of formal meetings. The gathering served as a prelude to discussions on crucial international and economic matters. President Biden and his wife, Jill, warmly received Prime […]
