AGP Executive Report

Gaza Water Crisis: Gaza’s water and drainage system is collapsing, with production reportedly dropping from about 300,000 to 123,000 cubic meters per day and per-capita availability falling to roughly 21–22 liters, as wastewater seeps into groundwater and raises contamination risks. Public Health in Displacement Camps: In tent camps, parents say they now take night shifts to protect children from rats, scorpions and snakes, with UN-assessed sites reporting frequent pests and worsening conditions tied to lack of clean water, sanitation and waste control. West Bank Environmental Harm: A Palestinian commission says Israeli occupiers caused 89% of West Bank property fires since 2023, adding to fears for land, wildlife and local ecosystems. Local Governance & Justice: Porirua City Council in New Zealand rejected a motion to boycott companies tied to illegal Israeli settlements, despite supporters arguing it would cost little and send a strong justice signal. Regional Conflict Pressure: As fighting around the Strait of Hormuz and Gaza continues, analysts warn prolonged crises are reshaping security and economic life across the region, with knock-on effects for stability and resources.

Water & Sanitation Crisis: Gaza’s water and drainage system is collapsing, with production reportedly dropping from about 300,000 to 123,000 cubic meters per day and per-capita supply falling to 21–22 liters, while sewage leaks into groundwater raise contamination and public-health risks. Toxic Waste Crossing Borders: A report warns Gaza’s untreated sewage and contaminated rubble are now harming Israel too, driving bacterial pollution, algae blooms, and even forcing desalination shutdowns. ICC Pressure: UN experts demand ICC member states immediately withdraw new U.S. sanctions targeting ICC court leadership and personnel, warning it could undermine international accountability. Aid & Flood Response: Australia’s aid network is appealing for people hit by major flooding on the China–Nepal border after deadly disasters, with new funding and specialists pledged. Regional Security & Narratives: Iran’s supreme leader calls for Muslim unity against the U.S. and Israel amid fresh Middle East flare-ups, while reports also describe attacks and detentions in the West Bank. Travel Safety: The U.S. reissued a “Reconsider Travel” advisory for Israel, urging Americans to avoid areas near Gaza and the Israel–Egypt border.

Gaza’s War Waste Hits Israel: A new report warns Gaza’s untreated sewage and contaminated rubble are now driving high faecal-bacteria pollution into the Mediterranean and repeatedly forcing Israel’s Ashkelon desalination plant to shut down, fueling toxic algae blooms and dead zones that harm marine life. Humanitarian Accountability: At the UN, Gaza aid chief Athena Rayburn says the “Board of Peace” is failing—improvements like truck counts don’t matter if Palestinians aren’t safe, aid agencies can’t operate freely, and Israel’s control continues. Missing Persons Crisis: Gaza’s death toll remains “open” as families still can’t confirm whether people are alive, detained, or buried under rubble, turning the missing into a rights emergency. West Bank Fires: A Palestinian commission says Israeli occupiers caused 89% of West Bank property fires since 2023, linking land damage to ongoing control. Diplomacy Over Gaza Governance: US UN envoy Mike Waltz met Nikolay Mladenov, backing a phased plan tied to Hamas disarmament and an international stabilization force. Protest, Policy, and Rights: A US judge ruled Trump unlawfully targeted international students for pro-Palestinian speech, while Gaza cooking gas remains restricted—forcing families to burn toxic plastic to cook.

Palestinian Culture in the UAE: Dubai’s Expo City hosted “Emirates Loves Palestine,” drawing over 50,000 people and spotlighting Palestinian heritage, with UAE Minister of Tolerance Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak praising ties built on tolerance and coexistence. Gaza Humanitarian Protection: France evacuated 44 Palestinians from Gaza, including scientists and artists, under its “PAUSE” program as security and humanitarian conditions deteriorated. Missing Persons Crisis: Gaza’s death toll is reported at 73,449, but the bigger emergency is the growing number of people still missing under rubble and beyond rescue reach. Weather & Risk: A summer storm brought rain and flooding risk across northern Israel and damage in Lebanon and Syria, including incidents at a Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon. Protest & Civilian Life: In Paris, demonstrators marched with olive branches and kites, while UN rights officials criticized Israeli threats tied to kite-flying. Rights in the US: A US judge ruled Trump-era actions violated international students’ free speech after they faced deportation for pro-Palestinian advocacy.

West Bank Fire Crisis: A Palestinian Colonization and Wall Resistance Commission report says Israeli occupiers sparked about 89% of fires targeting Palestinian homes, buildings and vehicles in the occupied West Bank since 2023, with incidents rising from 217 (2023) to 264 (2024) and 307 (2025), and 112 more recorded in early 2026; it also links the attacks to displacement and a “government environment of enablement.” Gaza Health Fallout: Displaced families in Gaza are living beside a garbage dump, where waste, flies and rodents are driving skin and allergy illnesses, while medicine shortages and costs block treatment. Ceasefire Fraying in Gaza/West Bank: Israeli airstrikes killed people in Gaza and the West Bank even amid a fragile U.S.-brokered ceasefire, underscoring how quickly “calm” can unravel. Environmental Accountability: In the U.S., JD Vance and EPA chief Lee Zeldin are pushing for an independent investigation into the East Palestine derailment response, after concerns about toxic exposure and transparency. Nuclear Legacy in Algeria: A new look at France’s 1960 nuclear tests in Algeria highlights long-lasting harm to people, animals and plants. Diplomacy & Pressure: Turkey’s Erdoğan escalated rhetoric against Israel, calling Gaza the “world’s largest children’s graveyard,” adding fresh diplomatic pressure around Palestine.

Gaza Border Security: Israel warned that kites launched from Gaza will be treated “the same as a drone,” escalating fears for civilians as more devices drifted into southern Israel. West Bank Violence: Israeli strikes and raids continued across Gaza and the occupied West Bank, including a first airstrike on the West Bank in 10 months and detentions of Palestinian children, while UN figures flagged severe food insecurity. Environmental & Health Accountability: In East Palestine, Ohio, VP J.D. Vance and EPA chief Lee Zeldin urged an independent investigation into the Biden-Harris response to the 2023 derailment, citing ongoing community health concerns and questions about groundwater sampling. Climate Disaster Warning: Nepal’s glacial collapse and flood aftermath underscored how climate warming is destabilizing mountain ice, with hundreds dead and many missing. Protest & Surveillance: A UK report says the state is using AI-linked surveillance tools to crack down on anti-arms and environmental protest, raising alarms about how activism data could be used.

Gaza Ceasefire Under Strain: Türkiye, Egypt, and Qatar issued a joint statement condemning ongoing Israeli strikes across Gaza, warning that attacks on hospitals and civilian areas breach international humanitarian law and could derail ceasefire talks. Holy Land Livelihoods: The Latin Patriarchate says emergency relief alone won’t secure the future for Christians in Bethlehem, Jerusalem, and West Bank and Gaza villages, citing movement restrictions, permit cancellations, and a 54% unemployment rate that is pushing families to consider leaving. Climate & Peace Angle: EcoPeace Middle East argues the region’s water scarcity and extreme heat make climate resilience a shared peace project, calling for cross-border renewable energy and water solutions to reduce conflict incentives. Food Security Pressure: UN officials urged the Security Council to act before conflict-driven hunger turns into famine, pointing to the Security Council’s starvation-of-civilians resolution and the need to protect humanitarian access. Regional Waterway Risk: Qatar and regional powers sought an off-ramp from the Iran war as another tanker attack was reported in the Strait of Hormuz, alongside talks on safer shipping lanes and mine clearance. Gaza Children’s Cost of Play: A report from Gaza shows toys and even kites have become unaffordable, with children learning prices and fear replacing normal play. UN Future in Question: UN officials warned that US moves to cut funding and pull out of bodies are raising doubts about the world body’s future, including questions about UN headquarters and member-state control. Israel-Linked Militia Claims: Haaretz revisited allegations of Palestinian militias operating in Israeli-controlled Gaza areas with weapons and protection tied to Israeli authorities. Academic Pressure in the US: The Trump administration warned universities that internship work authorizations for international students may be restricted, with schools pausing applications—an issue that also affects Gaza-linked scholars and researchers.

West Bank Land & Water Under Fire: A major blaze near the al-Omari aluminium factory in Ein Siniya (north of Ramallah) destroyed about 50 dunams of perennial olive trees and damaged the industrial yard, with reports pointing to settler involvement and soldiers blocking firefighting—part of a wider campaign targeting Palestinian farmland and industry. Diplomacy vs. Settlements: Malaysia urged OIC states to reject Israel’s illegal settlement expansion, including the E1 plan, and called for a permanent Gaza ceasefire and unhindered humanitarian access. UN Pressure on E1: The Arab Group at the UN Security Council condemned settlement expansion across occupied Palestine and rejected the E1 plan, calling for an end to occupation and respect for international law. Gaza Ceasefire Under Strain: U.S.-linked peace envoy Nickolay Mladenov told the UN Security Council that Israel’s continued bombardments mean the framework is moving from talks to “engineering,” while strikes still hit civilian areas. Climate Disaster Reminder: Nepal and Tibet floods tied to glacier collapse killed 350+ and left 1,300+ missing, underscoring how warming Himalayas are raising the risk of extreme water disasters.

West Bank Violence: A far-right Israeli lawmaker, Zvi Sukkot, smashed a Palestinian memorial in Madama with a sledgehammer while soldiers were present, sparking fresh criticism of attacks on Palestinian communities. Gaza Peace Talks: The Gaza Peace Board says Hamas and other factions agreed to hand over weapons and transfer civilian and security authority to a UN-recognised transitional administration—though Israel has demanded full disarmament first. Food Under Fire: UN Security Council debate highlights how conflict drives hunger and how hunger can fuel conflict, with calls to protect food systems, keep aid moving, and end starvation as a weapon. Shelter and Waste: UN reporting warns Gaza’s shelter crisis is worsening and that waste management is becoming a survival issue, as residents turn waste into a lifeline amid siege conditions. Environment Watch: A Mongabay investigation links rapid mangrove loss in Mozambique to heavy sand mining, raising alarms about coastal heavy-mineral extraction impacts. Jerusalem Safety: A Jerusalem court acquitted a man in a nun attack case but ordered psychiatric hospitalization, underscoring ongoing tensions in the Old City.

Food Security at UN: Kuwait told the UN Security Council that hunger in conflict zones is now a peace-and-security issue, warning against using starvation of civilians as a weapon and urging full implementation of Resolution 2417. Gaza Arms Deal Talks: In a UN Security Council briefing, the Gaza Peace Board’s Nikolay Mladenov said Hamas and other factions agreed to hand over weapons and transfer civilian and security authority to a UN-recognised transitional administration—an idea Israel has rejected unless disarmament comes first. Arab League Condemns UNRWA Attacks: The Arab League marked the anniversary of the Nasser Hospital strike in Khan Younis, saying Israel’s ongoing violations endanger civilians, journalists, and humanitarian work, and it condemned measures targeting UNRWA facilities. Environment & Wildlife Risk in Gaza: Researchers warn snakes and scorpions are increasingly threatening displaced Gazans living in tents, as harsh conditions and disrupted habitats leave people more exposed. Local Climate & Flooding: Severe weather flooded a campground for the Palestine Rodeo, forcing changes for campers as rising waters disrupted plans. Money for Reconstruction: A new report argues Palestinians are moving away from the Israeli shekel toward the US dollar and even unregulated crypto, raising security risks and calling for a regulated digital payment path for recovery.

Climate & Weather Watch: Arab Weather warns 13 Arab countries may face thunderstorms, heavy rain, hail and flash-flood risks, with an unusual cold-air setup raising storm odds in Syria and Lebanon. Food Security & Shipping: UN officials warn a “triple chokepoint crisis” (Hormuz, Red Sea, Black Sea) is driving up food and fuel costs; the US also blames Iran for worsening global food insecurity by disrupting oil and fertilizer flows. Regional Waterways: Iran and Oman propose a temporary shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz, including mine-clearing and phased traffic management, after an attack disabled a tanker near Oman. Gaza Environment & Humanitarian Pressure: UN reporting says Gaza’s shelter crisis is worsening, with most households needing urgent shelter and essential supplies as strikes continue. Local Activism: A Palestinian solidarity group in Invercargill, New Zealand, returned to council with a petition urging a boycott of companies tied to illegal Israeli settlements. Policy Shock (Migration): The US pauses immigrant visa appointments worldwide while consular staff undergo new training, adding uncertainty for families seeking legal pathways.

Gaza Ceasefire Reality Check: Despite ceasefire talk, reports say Israeli strikes hit a mosque, a desalination plant, aid warehouses and tents for displaced families, killing at least seven Palestinians and underlining how “protection” collapses when water, worship and shelter are targeted. Humanitarian & Shelter Crisis: UN reporting continues to warn that Gaza’s shelter and basic supplies needs are overwhelming, with displacement pushing families into makeshift conditions. West Bank Pressure: Jordan’s deputy PM and Palestinian VP condemned settler terrorism, settlement expansion and E1 tenders, plus attacks and restrictions on UNRWA in occupied Jerusalem. Strait of Hormuz Ripple Effects: The ICRC warns that disruptions around Hormuz could hit food and fertilizer supplies into 2027, while an oil tanker was disabled off Oman with no immediate spill reported. Energy Security Meets Climate: Rising shipping risks and oil price pressure are feeding wider economic strain that can worsen food insecurity. Local Solidarity in Canada: Montreal passed a Palestinian solidarity motion after removing calls to sever ties with Israel, showing how municipal politics keeps Gaza in public debate.

Gaza Under Fire: Israel threatened to treat kites launched from Gaza “the same as a drone,” while admitting there’s no evidence they carry explosives—raising fears of escalation and more harm to civilians. Humanitarian Crisis: UN agencies say children are still being killed and injured across Gaza and the occupied West Bank, with UNICEF warning of worsening chronic malnutrition and poor diets. West Bank Politics: Palestinian elections preparations continue, with the CEC saying voter registration in the West Bank is above 87% and offices are reopened in Gaza ahead of nominations. Environment & Health: In Bethlehem, a displaced entrepreneur is turning to home hydroponics to grow food using recycled water—an adaptation to war’s collapse of normal livelihoods. Regional Environment Risk: A tanker was disabled after an attack in the Strait of Hormuz; while no spill was reported, the wider war-linked oil spill risk remains a major concern. Accountability & Rights: UN member states were urged to end impunity for the Rohingya genocide as courts move toward justice.

Gaza Ceasefire Reality Check: A reported Israeli drone strike in Deir al-Balah during a ceasefire killed one Palestinian and injured others, underscoring how “ceasefire in name only” can still mean daily attacks and weak accountability. Shelter Crisis in Gaza: UN reporting says about 94% of Gaza’s population needs shelter and basic supplies, while displaced families keep improvising—one man built a mud-brick home because tents and construction materials aren’t enough. West Bank Under Pressure: Reports highlight escalating violence against Palestinian journalists and continued settler attacks, including pressure on the West Bank’s last Christian village. Environment & Health Angle: A UN warning flags Gaza’s waste and pest-control needs as part of rebuilding sustainable systems amid war damage. Regional Waterway Tensions: France and Saudi Arabia condemned attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and urged normal navigation—an energy and shipping lifeline that affects regional stability and environmental risk from disruptions.

Waste & Health in Gaza: UNDP says Gaza urgently needs sustainable solid-waste systems and steady pest control as debris piles up and rats bite children, warning that safer disposal sites and supplies are key to public health. Gaza Kites Escalation: Israel threatens assassinations and evacuations after kite launches near the border, despite reports that recovered kites carried no suspicious material—raising fears for families living close to the line. West Bank Settler Violence: Reports highlight Taybeh, the West Bank’s last fully Christian town, facing repeated settler attacks even after being declared a “closed military zone,” with residents describing fear and new razor-wire defenses. Wildlife Crime in the West Bank: Border Police and nature authorities rescued an illegally held gazelle fawn in A-Ram, detaining a suspect for suspected trade, possession, and hunting of a protected species. Press Freedom Under Pressure: Reporters Without Borders condemns Israeli army attacks and obstructions against Palestinian journalists in the occupied West Bank, saying the goal is to stop information from reaching the outside world.

Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza: UN OCHA says about 94% of Gaza’s 2.1 million residents need shelter and essential household supplies, as airstrikes, shelling and gunfire keep damaging civilian infrastructure and blocking rubble removal due to limits on heavy machinery and spare parts. Fuel & Health Risks: With petrol and diesel scarce, residents are turning to locally produced industrial diesel—raising fears of fires, gas leaks, fumes, and health harm for workers and nearby communities. Transport Breakdown: A Gaza human rights group warns a ban on spare parts, oils, tires and maintenance supplies is crippling civilian vehicles, with around 70% affected and major knock-on damage to hospitals, schools, ambulances, water wells and aid logistics. Ceasefire Violations: Reports describe renewed Israeli shelling and tank fire hitting areas including tents and coastal zones, injuring civilians. West Bank Pressure: In Taybeh, the last fully Christian town near Ramallah, residents report ongoing settler attacks despite IDF “closed military zone” orders, with fear spreading as incursions intensify. Regional Flashpoint: Israel’s strikes on Syria’s Abu al-Duhur airbase are further straining Israel–Turkey ties, with Washington urging de-escalation as the risk of a wider clash grows.