Epal European Palestinian Media Center Bulletin, Issue No. 2460, Date: Thursday, June 4, 2026

1. Two martyrs in Gaza and extensive Israeli demolition operations east of the Strip

Israeli occupation forces continued violating the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, carrying out extensive bombardment and demolition operations, particularly east of Khan Younis and Gaza City.

Local sources reported that one person was killed this morning in an Israeli drone strike on the Al-Maghraqa area in central Gaza. Citizen Rawiya Ahmad Abu Madi also succumbed to her injuries at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis after being wounded in an Israeli attack on the Ghaith camp a week ago.

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**2. Human rights report: More than 9,500 missing persons in Gaza since the start of the war**

The Al-Dameer Human Rights Foundation in Gaza revealed that more than 9,500 Palestinians have been reported missing or unaccounted for since the beginning of the Israeli war on the Gaza Strip on October 7, 2023, including around 4,700 women and children.

A report issued by the organization, titled *“Palestinian Missing Persons in the Gaza Strip Amid the Genocide War,”* explained that the cases fall into five main categories, foremost among them those whose fate remains unknown under the rubble. More than 8,100 people are estimated to remain trapped beneath the debris of homes and facilities destroyed by Israeli bombardment.

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**3. Occupation approves construction of 2,162 settlement units in the West Bank**

The so-called Israeli Higher Regional Planning Committee approved the construction of 2,162 new settlement units in settlements across the northern and southern occupied West Bank.

Israel’s Channel 7 reported that the move is part of a broader government plan to strengthen the planning infrastructure of the settlement project and expand settlement influence. The approved units are distributed among several projects aimed at expanding existing urban settlements.

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**4. May was the deadliest month since the beginning of the year: 119 martyrs, including 19 children, in Gaza**

May 2026 recorded the highest number of fatalities since the start of the year in the Gaza Strip. The Ministry of Health announced that 119 people were killed during the month, reflecting a significant escalation in Israeli airstrikes that peaked during the Eid al-Adha holiday, when approximately 30 people were killed within a few days.

According to the ministry’s data, May surpassed all previous months of 2026 in terms of casualties. The figures also raise serious concerns regarding vulnerable groups, as women, children, and the elderly accounted for 30% of all victims.

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**5. Occupation demolishes two homes and a commercial facility north of Jerusalem**

Israeli occupation forces demolished two homes and a commercial facility in the town of Jaba, north of occupied Jerusalem, as part of an ongoing escalation targeting the Palestinian presence in Jerusalem and its surrounding areas through a policy of demolishing homes and vital infrastructure.

Jerusalem-based sources reported that Israeli bulldozers entered the town in the morning under heavy military protection and demolished the home of Jerusalem resident Ziad Sultan.

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**6. Prisoners’ Media Office: Continued deterioration of conditions in Negev Prison amid disease outbreaks**

The Prisoners’ Media Office stated that conditions for prisoners in Negev Prison continue to deteriorate due to medical neglect and shortages of basic necessities amid harsh detention conditions affecting all aspects of daily life.

The office explained that scabies and fungal infections are spreading widely among prisoners, while inadequate treatment and delays in medical care have left patients suffering for months without effective treatment.

It added that prisoners face severe shortages of clothing, blankets, and hygiene supplies, limited cleaning materials, and irregular access to personal care items. Some are even forced to sleep on the floor.

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**7. Settlers burn agricultural land south of Nablus**

Israeli settlers set fire to agricultural lands south of Nablus.

Local sources reported that settlers attacked land between the towns of Odala and Huwwara, south of Nablus, and set wheat crops ablaze, causing extensive damage.

They also attacked farmland in the Al-Sawiya plain, south of Nablus, igniting fires that spread to nearby lands around the town of Al-Lubban Al-Sharqiya.

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**8. Doctors Without Borders: Unable to secure and bring medical equipment into Gaza**

Doctors Without Borders stated that it is unable to secure and bring medical equipment into Gaza amid severe shortages facing the sector.

Speaking to Al Araby TV, the organization said that essential supplies for Gaza residents remain insufficient and that larger quantities of food are urgently needed.

It also stressed the need for economic recovery to create jobs for Gaza’s population.

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**9. Video: Settlers attack Palestinian property in the West Bank**

*Watch:* Armed with sticks and stones, settlers attempted to smash a vehicle while attacking Palestinian homes and property in the town of Surif, north of Hebron in the occupied West Bank.

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**10. Video: Ben-Gvir vows to silence mosque loudspeakers in Jerusalem**

*Watch:* Describing the call to prayer as “noise,” far-right Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir published a video pledging to work toward silencing mosque loudspeakers, claiming that the adhan prevents him from sleeping.

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## *European*

**11. Slovenia prevents landing of aircraft leased by an Israeli company**

Slovenian authorities refused permission for a chartered aircraft operating on behalf of Israeli airline Israir to land in Slovenia, forcing it to divert to Croatia and causing confusion among passengers and disruptions to air traffic.

The incident comes amid political developments in Slovenia following the formation of a new government led by Janez Janša, known for his pro-Israel positions, raising questions about the impact of domestic political shifts on bilateral relations and Slovenia’s future stance within the European Union.

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**12. New Zealand bans entry of three extremist settlers**

New Zealand announced a ban on three extremist Israeli settlers due to their involvement in expanding illegal settlements in the West Bank, amid growing international concern over settler-related violence.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters imposed entry bans on Itamar Yehuda Levy, Harel David Libby, and Eliav Libby, describing them as extremist settlers actively engaged in expanding illegal settlements.

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**13. Celtic supporters reject appointment of Robbie Keane as manager**

The group *Celtic Fans for Palestine* issued a statement opposing reports that Robbie Keane may be appointed manager of the club.

The statement said the opposition stems from Keane’s previous professional role in the region during a period of intense conflict, which supporters view as inconsistent with the club’s historical values regarding international issues and human rights.

The statement also noted that Celtic was founded on principles of solidarity with communities affected by displacement and hardship, a legacy supporters seek to preserve.

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**14. Irish parties call for boycott of matches against Israel**

Opposition parties in the Irish Parliament submitted formal proposals urging the government to support a boycott of upcoming UEFA Nations League football matches against Israel, scheduled for September 27 and October 4, 2026.

The proposal, led by Sinn Féin and the Social Democrats, calls on the Football Association of Ireland to refuse participation in the matches on legal and moral grounds in protest against what they describe as genocide, while urging the government to cover any fines that UEFA may impose.

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**15. Belgian academics call for cutting ties with Israel**

Approximately 4,700 signatory academics, including 1,100 professors and 50 recipients of honorary doctorates, called for ending all forms of institutional cooperation with Israeli institutions involved in violations of international law and the ongoing genocide in Gaza and the West Bank.

The initiative, representing more than 10% of Belgium’s academic staff, was supported by prominent international figures such as UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese, Amnesty International Secretary General Agnès Callamard, and activist Greta Thunberg.

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**16. Video: Germany accused of repression in support of the occupation**

*Video:* In the West Bank, Israeli forces surrounded a child and insisted on filming him carrying his national flag, treating it as though it were a crime.

In Munich, German police surrounded a teenager wearing a keffiyeh and demonstrating for Palestine, as though calling for justice warranted prosecution.

Critics argue that Germany has not only suppressed solidarity movements but has become a partner in supporting the occupation. In March 2026, the German government approved new arms exports to Israel worth €6.6 million, despite constitutional restrictions on exporting weapons to war zones.

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## *International*

**17. Activists confront U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio inside Congress**

Protesters confronted Rubio with chants and slogans holding him and the U.S. administration fully responsible for atrocities and crimes committed against civilians in Palestine, Lebanon, Iran, and elsewhere in the region.

The confrontation comes amid growing protests in Washington against the unconditional military support provided by the U.S. administration to Israel.

Activists emphasized that Washington is a key partner in the ongoing destruction and massacres through continuous funding and diplomatic cover at international forums.

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**18. American activist interrupts Secretary of State: Stop supporting Israel**

*Watch:* “Israel is committing genocide in Palestine and Lebanon.” An anti-war activist interrupted U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio during his opening statement at a congressional hearing.

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**19. Ms. Rachel renews support for Palestine and launches campaign for Palestinian children**

American educational content creator Rachel Griffin Accurso, known as *Ms. Rachel*, launched the hashtag **#DontForgetGaza** across her digital platforms to strengthen global solidarity with Gaza and highlight what she described as celebrity silence regarding genocide and child starvation.

Previously, Accurso announced that she would end professional collaborations with any organization that remains silent about Palestinian suffering. She also wore a dress featuring artwork by children from Gaza during Glamour magazine’s annual event.

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**20. North Carolina school cuts off graduate’s speech after pro-Palestine remarks**

Administrators at Clayton High School in North Carolina muted the microphone and removed graduate Lynn Hijazi from the stage during her commencement speech.

The action followed her expression of solidarity with the Palestinian people, support for marginalized communities, and criticism of U.S. immigration and customs policies that she said contribute to the oppression of minorities and refugees.

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**21. Human rights complaint calls on India to arrest Israeli reserve soldier accused of war crimes**

The Hind Rajab Foundation submitted an urgent complaint to Indian police, the Ministry of Home Affairs, and immigration authorities demanding the immediate arrest of Israeli settler and reserve soldier Eitan Gilboa, who is currently vacationing in Himachal Pradesh.

The complaint tracked his presence in Old Manali and Gondla and documented videos and images allegedly posted through family social media accounts showing him ordering, carrying out, and celebrating the demolition of civilian homes in Khan Younis and Rafah, dedicating the destruction to fallen Israeli soldiers.

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**22. Protest against ship carrying Israeli tourists in Greece**

*Video:* Activists demonstrated at the Port of Piraeus near the Greek capital in protest against the arrival of a ship carrying Israeli tourists. Protesters raised pro-Palestinian slogans and condemned the war in Gaza.