Epal European Palestinian Media Center Bulletin, Issue No. 2508, Date: Friday, July 24, 2026

1. Health: 6 fatalities in the last 24 hours raise the toll since the Gaza ceasefire

The Ministry of Health in the Gaza Strip stated that six people were killed and six others injured, with the casualties arriving at hospitals during the past 24 hours.

According to the ministry’s report, since the ceasefire came into effect on October 11, 2025, the total number of fatalities has reached 1,185, the total number of injured has reached 3,816, and 803 bodies have been recovered.

2. Two Palestinians killed in Beit Furik; Israeli authorities withhold their bodies
The Palestinian General Authority of Civil Affairs confirmed that Mahmoud Hussein Nasrallah Hanani and Mohammed Samer Mlitat were killed after Israeli forces opened fire on them in the town of Beit Furik, east of Nablus.

The Authority added that Israeli authorities are withholding their bodies.

3. Sheikh Sabri: Israel seeks to change the historical and legal status of Al-Aqsa Mosque
Sheikh Ikrima Sabri, Imam and preacher of Al-Aqsa Mosque, warned that repeated incursions by Israeli settlers into the mosque compound, under police protection and with the participation of government officials, represent an escalation aimed at imposing new realities inside the mosque and altering its historical and legal status.

He called for Palestinian, Arab, and Islamic action to stop these practices.

4. 73,311 fatalities in Gaza; ceasefire violations continue
The Palestinian Ministry of Health announced that the death toll since the ceasefire agreement entered into force in the Gaza Strip has risen to 1,185, with 3,816 people injured due to the continued Israeli military offensive.

The ministry stated that the cumulative toll since October 7, 2023, has reached 73,311 fatalities and 173,924 injuries.

5. Twenty-two arrests in the West Bank and settler attack on a home east of Jerusalem
Israeli forces arrested 22 Palestinians during raids across several areas of the occupied West Bank, including a former mayor of Nablus, former prisoners, and children.

At the same time, Israeli settlers attacked a Palestinian home east of occupied Jerusalem.

6. Palestine Center: Israel exploits the heatwave to punish Palestinian prisoners
The Palestine Center for Prisoners Studies warned of worsening conditions for Palestinian prisoners in Israeli prisons amid soaring temperatures.

The center stated that Israeli authorities are using the extreme heat and harsh weather conditions to intensify prisoners’ suffering by denying them basic ventilation.

7. Settler attack destroys four tons of grapes in Halhul
Farmers from the Al-Janazra family in Halhul, north of Hebron, suffered heavy losses just days before the grape harvest after settlers attacked one of the family’s vineyards.

Settler attacks on agricultural land throughout the West Bank continue to target crops and the livelihoods of Palestinian families.

8. Gaza Civil Defense reveals details of an incident in which an entire family was burned to death
The Civil Defense in the Gaza Strip condemned what it described as a crime committed by Israeli forces against a Palestinian family after their home was bombed, resulting in all family members dying in the fire.

The agency warned that its ability to respond to humanitarian emergencies continues to deteriorate due to the ongoing war and severe shortages of equipment and resources.

9. Gaza Health Ministry: Suspension of chemotherapy means a slow death sentence for cancer patients
The Ministry of Health in Gaza warned of the catastrophic consequences of the suspension of chemotherapy protocols for cancer patients, describing it as a slow death sentence for thousands of people.

The ministry stated that cancer treatment services have come to a complete standstill because essential specialized medicines are no longer available.

10. Alarming figures: 48% of recorded illnesses in Gaza are skin diseases, with widespread outbreaks
Ayman Abu Rahma, head of the Preventive Medicine Department at Gaza’s Ministry of Health, revealed that 48% of all notifiable diseases recorded by the ministry are skin diseases and waterborne illnesses, most of which have been registered during the summer.

Waterborne diseases—including acute diarrhea, bloody diarrhea, and acute jaundice syndrome—account for 25% of all reported cases, while skin diseases account for 23%.

11. Including Ben Gvir: 4,288 settlers enter Al-Aqsa during the so-called “Temple Destruction” anniversary
Thousands of Israeli settlers entered the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound through the Mughrabi Gate under heavy protection from Israeli security forces.

The incursions followed calls by Temple activist groups for mass entries during the anniversary of the so-called “Destruction of the Temple.”

The Islamic Waqf Department in Jerusalem reported that 4,288 settlers, including Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir and Likud Knesset member Amit Halevi, entered the compound and conducted what it described as provocative tours.

Europe
12. “Palestine Convoy” to depart from France in late July in an attempt to break the Gaza blockade
Organizers announced that preparations have been completed for the launch of a land convoy from France on July 26, involving activists from ten European countries.

The convoy is expected to travel through Bosnia and Herzegovina, Turkey, Iraq, and Jordan before reaching Palestine in what organizers describe as the first land route of its kind.

The journey is expected to last around 20 days and will include solidarity events and activist training sessions aimed at mobilizing international support for the Palestinian cause and highlighting the ongoing blockade and war in Gaza.

13. Hind Rajab Foundation files criminal complaint in the Netherlands against an Israeli soldier
The Hind Rajab Foundation, based in Amsterdam, has filed a formal criminal complaint against Israeli soldier Almog Harari, who serves in Battalion 432 of the Givati Brigade.

The complaint accuses him of participating in war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide against civilians in the Gaza Strip.

It is supported by digital evidence, witness testimonies, and satellite imagery.

14. Protest in Brussels condemns complicity with Israel
Dozens of activists gathered at Brussels’ Stock Exchange Square to continue regular demonstrations aimed at increasing economic and political pressure in support of the Palestinian cause.

Participants called for expanding consumer boycotts of companies viewed as supporting Israel’s occupation.

15. Campaign launched in Ireland to stop football matches against Israel
Activists and musicians in Cork launched a campaign entitled “Don’t Play” opposing the UEFA Nations League matches between Ireland and Israel scheduled for September 27 and October 4 at neutral venues in Hungary and Serbia behind closed doors.

The campaign was organized by Palestine Solidarity Cork and Irish Sport for Palestine amid growing public opposition to the fixtures.

16. Protest in Dublin calls for ending financial ties with Israel
Amnesty International activists gathered outside the Central Bank of Ireland in Dublin to protest what they described as continued financial support for Israel.

Demonstrators called for an immediate end to financial relations and for Ireland to stop purchasing or holding Israeli government bonds.

17. Online campaign forces Reebok to disable comments; Manchester protest criticizes FIFA
A large demonstration took place in Manchester condemning what organizers described as FIFA’s complicity with Israel.

At the same time, thousands of critical comments flooded Reebok’s Instagram accounts, prompting the company to disable the comment function.

Campaign organizers said the action was a response to the company’s claim of political neutrality while continuing sponsorship arrangements linked to Israeli football.

18. Symbolic shoe exhibition in Hamburg commemorates Gaza victims
Hamburg’s central Rathausmarkt square hosted a symbolic exhibition featuring hundreds of pairs of children’s and civilians’ shoes to commemorate victims of the war in Gaza.

The display also included large photographic panels documenting widespread destruction and displacement, together with educational material about Palestinian history and the ongoing conflict.

International
19. Progressive Michigan congressional candidate faces attacks for calling the Gaza war genocide
William Lawrence, Democratic congressional candidate for Michigan’s 7th District and co-founder of the Sunrise Movement, is facing an advertising campaign backed by corporate-funded lobbying groups and centrist Democrats seeking to undermine his credibility.

According to the report, the campaign intensified after Lawrence gained momentum in opinion polls and received the endorsement of U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed. His platform calls for halting the construction of new data centers and explicitly describes Israel’s war in Gaza as genocide.

20. Greek Parliament expected to approve purchase of Israeli air defense systems
The Greek Parliament is expected this week to give final approval to the €3 billion ($3.42 billion) “Achilles Shield” military procurement program, further strengthening military cooperation among Greece, Israel, and Cyprus.

The plan aims to establish a multi-layered air defense network against ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and drones by integrating Israel’s David’s Sling, SPYDER, and Barak MX air defense systems.