The recent barrage of rockets from Lebanon towards Israel and the subsequent Israeli military response have raised alarms over a potential escalation into full-scale war in the Middle East. These events are unfolding against the backdrop of heightened tensions following Tel Aviv’s extensive operations against Hamas and other Palestinian militants in Gaza, sparked by a surprise attack in October.
Google Maps, Waze, and Apple Maps have temporarily disabled live traffic updates for Israel and Gaza, reportedly upon a request from the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) ahead of an anticipated invasion of Gaza. This deactivation of real-time data, while allowing users still to navigate, is believed to be for operational security, as such data could…
The recent directives from the US State Department reveal a concerning double standard in its approach to the Gaza conflict, emphasizing an apparent disregard for Palestinian lives.
