Global Violence and Protests Erupt in Multiple Incidents

At least 21 people were killed and dozens were shot in an incident near an aid distribution centre in Rafah, Gaza, according to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). The ICRC's field hospital in Rafah received 179 cases, including women and children, with the majority suffering gunshot or shrapnel wounds. The Hamas-run civil defence agency blamed "Israeli gunfire" for the incident, while the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) denied firing at civilians, releasing drone footage it said showed armed men throwing stones and shooting at people collecting aid. The circumstances of the incident remain unclear, with different accounts from various sources, including local journalists and medical staff. The Gaza health ministry reported over 200 cases, including 31 dead, and medical staff described a "mass casualty influx" with many victims sustaining direct shots to the head or chest.

Eight people were injured in a suspected act of terrorism at a mall in Boulder, Colorado, when a man threw Molotov cocktails and used other devices to hurt people during a peaceful event supporting Israeli hostages. The victims, aged 52-88, are being treated for minor and serious injuries, with at least one in critical condition. The FBI is investigating the incident.

More than 50 people were killed and over 170 were wounded in an attack near a food aid distribution center in the Gaza Strip. Witnesses blamed the Israeli military, but Israel denied involvement, stating its forces did not fire at civilians near or within the site. The incident occurred as ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas were faltering, with both sides trading blame for the stalled mediation bid to secure a temporary ceasefire and release of Israeli hostages held in Gaza. The Gaza Health Ministry and witnesses described a chaotic scene with gunfire from multiple directions, while the Israeli-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation claimed it delivered aid without incident earlier that day. The UN-led aid system has struggled to bring in aid due to Israeli restrictions, and experts warn that Gaza is at risk of famine if more aid is not delivered.

A man used a flamethrower and Molotov cocktails to set people on fire at a Jewish community event in Boulder, Colorado, injuring at least eight people aged 52 to 88. The suspect, identified as Mohamed Sabry Soliman, yelled "Free Palestine!" during the attack, which occurred at a weekly gathering to support hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. Soliman had previously applied for asylum in the US and was denied a visa in 2005. Jewish leaders have condemned the attack as a "vile, antisemitic act of terror" and called for action against antisemitism, linking the violence to extremist rhetoric. Colorado Governor Jared Polis has vowed to protect the Jewish community and outlined measures taken to secure targeted sites. The incident has heightened fears in the Jewish community and prompted demands for stronger measures to combat antisemitism.

Six people were injured in an antisemitic attack in Boulder, Colorado, with the suspect, 45-year-old Mohamed Sabry Soliman, allegedly using a makeshift flamethrower and throwing an incendiary device while yelling "Free Palestine."

At least 26 Palestinians were reportedly killed and around 175 wounded while attempting to collect aid in Gaza, according to Hamas-run health ministry officials and witnesses. However, Israeli officials and the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation disputed these claims, stating that aid distribution occurred without incident. Witnesses described Israeli forces firing on crowds near an aid site, with some reporting gunshot wounds and fatalities. The Israeli Defense Forces said they were "currently unaware of injuries caused by IDF fire within the Humanitarian Aid distribution site" and that the matter was under review.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) released drone footage showing armed and masked individuals shooting at civilians near a humanitarian aid distribution site in Gaza, amid claims that IDF troops fired on Gazans collecting aid, which Israel denies. The IDF stated that initial findings indicate they did not fire on civilians near the aid site and that reports to this effect are false. The IDF also accused Hamas of disrupting food distribution efforts and spreading "false rumors" and "fake news" to stop Israel from distributing aid. The incident occurred amid reports that at least 26 Palestinians were killed and 175 wounded while attempting to get food near an aid site.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has denied reports that its forces killed at least 31 people near an aid distribution site in Rafah, Gaza, saying an initial inquiry found it did not fire at civilians. Witnesses, however, claim Israeli forces opened fire on people moving towards the aid distribution centre, killing and injuring many. The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, a new aid organisation backed by Israel and the US, said aid was distributed without incident and dismissed reports of deaths and injuries as "false" and "fabricated", suggesting they were "actively fomented by Hamas". The UN's Philippe Lazzarini said the incident shows aid distribution in Gaza "has become a death trap" and called for the UN to be allowed safe and unhindered access to deliver aid.

A weekly demonstration in Boulder, Colorado, in support of Israeli hostages turned violent when a man using a makeshift flamethrower attacked the group, injuring six people aged 67 to 88. The suspect, Mohamed Sabry Soliman, 45, was arrested and identified by the FBI. The attack, described as a "blatant act of antisemitism," occurred during the "Run for Their Lives" event, a peaceful gathering that has taken place since late 2023. The victims were hospitalized, with two airlifted to a burn unit. The FBI and local authorities are investigating the incident as a potential hate crime. The group's weekly walk has been canceled indefinitely due to safety concerns.

A man used a "makeshift flamethrower" to attack a group of demonstrators in Boulder, Colorado, injuring six people, two seriously, and the authorities are investigating it as an act of terrorism. The victims were participating in a peaceful event, "Run for Their Lives," to raise awareness about Israeli hostages taken by Hamas. The suspect, Mohamed Sabry Soliman, 45, of Colorado Springs, was taken into custody and reportedly yelled "Free Palestine" during the attack. The FBI is investigating the incident, and the Colorado Attorney General described it as a "hate crime."

A 45-year-old man, Mohamed Soliman, attacked a crowd in Boulder, Colorado, with firebombs, injuring six people aged 67-88, while yelling "Free Palestine" during a demonstration to remember Israeli hostages in Gaza. The FBI is investigating the incident as a targeted act of terrorism and a potential hate crime.

Hamas responded to a proposed US-led Gaza ceasefire deal, seeking amendments to achieve a permanent ceasefire, complete Israeli military withdrawal, and unimpeded humanitarian aid. The militant group proposed releasing 10 living Israeli hostages and the remains of 18 hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. The US envoy to the Middle East deemed Hamas' response "totally unacceptable," while a senior Hamas official said the response included "notes and amendments" to the proposal. The UN World Food Program reported that 77 aid trucks were stopped by desperate Palestinians, who took the food, highlighting the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, where nearly 2.3 million people are on the brink of famine.

Israel has launched a new ground offensive in Gaza, amid growing international criticism of its handling of the conflict and the humanitarian crisis in the enclave. A new aid distribution system, backed by Israel and run by American contractors, has been marred by chaos, confusion, and violence, with at least 20 people killed and over 100 wounded near one aid site in Rafah. The United Nations and many humanitarian organizations are boycotting the project, citing its lack of independence. Israel's allies, including Britain, France, and Canada, have publicly reprimanded Israel for its military offensive and blockade of aid to Gaza, which has exacerbated dire conditions and led to widespread hunger and deprivation. The Israeli military has advanced into Gaza, with troops firing warning shots and smoke bombs to disperse crowds at aid distribution sites. The conflict has resulted in significant displacement, with hundreds of thousands of people struggling to access basic necessities like food, water, and fuel. A proposed ceasefire deal, presented by US special envoy Steve Witkoff, has been accepted by Israel, but Hamas's response was deemed unacceptable by the White House.

Climate activist Greta Thunberg and "Game of Thrones" actor Liam Cunningham are among 12 activists on a ship carrying aid to the Gaza Strip, aiming to "break Israel's siege" of the territory. The ship, operated by the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, departed from Italy and is expected to take seven days to reach Gaza. The crew is carrying life-saving aid, including baby formula and medical supplies. Thunberg said the mission is crucial to raising "international awareness" about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where experts warn of famine due to Israeli restrictions and widespread looting. Israel has rejected allegations of genocide and says its blockade is an attempt to pressure Hamas to release hostages taken during the conflict that started in October 2023.

Climate activist Greta Thunberg and 11 other activists, including "Game of Thrones" actor Liam Cunningham, set sail on the ship Madleen from Catania, Italy, to Gaza, aiming to "break Israel's siege" and bring aid to the territory. The activists plan to take seven days to reach Gaza and hope to raise international awareness about the humanitarian crisis there. Thunberg stated that they must keep trying to help, despite the risks, as the world's silence in the face of the crisis is "dangerous." Israel has eased its blockade slightly, but experts warn that Gaza is at risk of famine if more aid is not delivered due to Israeli restrictions and widespread looting. The Freedom Flotilla Coalition, which operates the ship, has previously faced Israeli opposition, including an alleged drone attack on one of its vessels off the coast of Malta.

Two people died and hundreds were arrested across France after Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) fans celebrated their Champions League win. Clashes broke out as flares and fireworks were set off, bus shelters smashed, and cars torched. The French interior ministry reported 192 people injured and 559 arrested, including 491 in Paris, with 22 police officers and seven firefighters injured. PSG condemned the violence, and French President Emmanuel Macron described the clashes as "unacceptable". The club's victory parade went ahead with an increased police presence, and a second celebration was held at the Parc des Princes stadium.

Two fans died and a police officer was placed in an induced coma after celebrations in France turned violent following Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League win. At least 559 people were arrested nationwide, including 491 in Paris, and 192 people were injured in the capital, with four seriously hurt. The fatalities occurred in the western city of Dax, where a 17-year-old was stabbed, and in Paris, where a man in his 20s was killed in a scooter accident. The police officer was hit by fireworks in northwest France, suffering grave eye injuries. Despite the violence, the team is expected to hold a victory parade on the Champs-Élysées on Sunday.

Two people died and nearly 560 were arrested after disorder broke out in France following Paris Saint-Germain's 5-0 win in the Champions League final. Around 5,400 police were deployed in Paris, using tear gas and pepper spray on the Champs-Elysees. The interior ministry reported 192 people injured and 692 fires, with 264 involving vehicles. Interior minister Bruno Retailleau condemned the perpetrators as "savages" and said 30 police officers were injured, one seriously. The deaths were reported in Dax, where a 17-year-old was stabbed, and in Paris, where a man was hit by a car while riding a scooter.

Two Scottish nationals, a man and a woman, were shot dead by a hooded gunman outside an Irish pub in Fuengirola, Costa del Sol, on Saturday night. A third person was injured in the attack, which took place on the Rey de Espana seafront promenade. The gunman escaped and is being hunted by police, with no arrests reported so far.

Two Scottish men were shot dead at Monaghans Bar in Fuengirola, Spain, on Saturday evening when a masked gunman fired several shots before fleeing the scene. The bar is a popular spot for tourists and expats, and was screening the UEFA Champions League final at the time. The motive is unclear, but police have not ruled out a link to organised crime, and there have been similar shootings in the area in recent weeks believed to be connected to drug crime.

A man has died and a child was injured in a shooting incident at the Fairgreen Shopping Centre in Carlow, Ireland. The man's wounds are believed to be self-inflicted, while the cause of the child's injuries is unclear. The shopping centre was evacuated and a large police cordon is in place, with authorities urging anyone with footage to share it with them rather than on social media.

Three people died after a fire broke out at the Marienkrankenhaus hospital in Hamburg, Germany, in a ward caring for elderly patients. The fire was reported shortly after midnight, and around 220 emergency workers were dispatched to tackle the blaze. Over 35 people were injured, with one person having life-threatening injuries, 18 suffering serious injuries, and 15 having minor wounds. The cause of the fire is not yet known.

A fire broke out at the Marienkrankenhaus hospital in Hamburg, Germany, killing three patients and injuring over 30 others. The blaze started on the ground floor of the four-storey building and spread to the level above, with smoke affecting much of the building. Firefighters rescued people from windows using ladders and evacuated part of the building. A 72-year-old patient was detained on suspicion of arson after witnesses suggested he may have started the fire.