Gaza

Murky brown floodwaters have swept away tents and drenched possessions and food since a winter storm swept in.

Local officials said they were unable to cope with the storm because of fuel shortages and damage to equipment.

“We are open to have a comprehensive approach in order to avoid further escalation,” said Bassem Naim, a member of Hamas’ decision-making political bureau.

Negotiations on the next stages of Trump's plan to end the two-year war in the Palestinian enclave have been continuing.

Analysts warn the second phase of the ceasefire presents complex challenges that could slow or even stall the process.

Abu Shabab's death would be a boost to Hamas, which branded him a collaborator and ordered its fighters to kill or capture him.

The Thai Foreign Affairs Ministry said it was notified that remains returned Wednesday were identified as those of Sudthisak Rinthalak, a Thai national and agricultural worker in Israel.

The new pontiff has been far more reserved than his outspoken predecessor. But many of their underlying progressive messages remain the same.

“The pope’s visit is a sign of hope,” the Rev. Miled Abboud told NBC News. “There are a lot of bleak things, of things that make us despair, but we have Christ, who gives us strength to carry on.”

The total equates to more than 3% of the 2.3 million people living in the enclave, while a further 170,983 people have been wounded.