With 60,737, Gaza Orphans Hit All Time High

CROSSFIREARABIA – Official statistics show the number of orphans in Gaza today stands at 60,737 as a result of the Israeli war on the Strip. About 52,095 children lost their fathers, and 5,929 lost their mothers. The deadly war since 7 October, 2023 also resulted in the loss of both parents for 2,713 children as confirmed by the Health Ministry in Gaza. Today, the Strip has one of the highest rates of orphans in the world as displayed within the time-period of the conflict.

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Poll: 49% of Americans Believe Netanyahu Should be Arrested

CROSSFIREARABIA – An Economist-YouGov poll shows that 49 percent of Americans support the arrest of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu given the arrest warrant issued against him by the International Criminal Court. The poll results were released as Netanyahu visited Washington, where US President Donald Trump asserted that he would not be arrested. New York City Mayor Zahran Mamdani initially called for Netanyahu’s arrest but later backtracked, explaining he lacked the legal authority to take that step. The poll, conducted between July 25 and 27, surveyed 1,559 participants. It showed 27% oppose Netanyahu’s arrest, while 23% said they were unsure according to Quds Press.

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Jerusalem in Color

Said Elatab Art

Beautiful Jerusalem painted in bright colors is Said Elatab’s latest contribution to the art world. He writes:

“My paintings are inspired by my personal journey, struggles, and observations of the world. I often explore suffering, hope, and the human condition. Many works focus on the war in Gaza and the suffering of civilians. For me, art is more than a career. It is my life’s purpose, a way to preserve memory and inspire reflection.”

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Report: Israel Destroys 97% of Cultural Sites in Gaza

CROSSFIREARABIA – The Israeli war on Gaza since October 2023 resulted in the destruction and/or damages of around 97 percent of the cultural sites that include archaeological, religious and historical places, listed in the Strip. This is according to a legal documented study by the Center for the Protection of Human Rights. In its report unveiled, Wednesday, the center stated that 316 sites out of 325 where destroyed which clearly shows there was a deliberate attempt to target Palestinian cultural heritage in the enclave. It added the targeting of destruction was clearly “methodical” pointing to its criminality against the Palestinian people. The Center such destruction is clearly criminal and action against what Israel has done must be taken by UNESCO and the International Criminal Court. See article on Full report in Arabic.  

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