SUMMARY: Israeli strikes killed at least 34 Palestinians in Gaza on Monday, despite Israel’s announcement of daily 10-hour pauses in military operations to facilitate humanitarian aid delivery amid a worsening crisis. Aid agencies welcomed the new measures, including airdrops, but said they were insufficient to address growing hunger and malnutrition, with images of emaciated children sparking international outrage. Some strikes targeted civilians near aid sites and residential areas, killing women and children. Since October 7, Hamas’s attack killed 1,200 Israelis, with retaliatory Israeli offensives killing over 59,800 Palestinians, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry. Most Gazans now rely on aid to survive.

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SUMMARY: The Israeli military intercepted the Gaza-bound aid ship Handala, detaining 21 international activists and journalists and seizing all cargo, including baby formula, food, and medicine. The Freedom Flotilla Coalition said the interception occurred about 40 nautical miles from Gaza in international waters, with communications cut just before midnight Saturday. The coalition emphasized the cargo was civilian and intended to help a population facing starvation under Israel’s blockade. Activists from 10 countries, including seven U.S. citizens, were aboard. The raid drew criticism from human rights groups, which called it a violation of international law. Israel provided no immediate comment.

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SUMMARY: A 42-year-old Michigan resident randomly stabbed 11 people with a folding knife at a Traverse City Walmart on Saturday afternoon. Bystanders quickly intervened, surrounding and subduing the attacker until police arrived within minutes. Victims were treated at Munson Healthcare, with four in serious condition and seven in fair condition. The attack, which began near the checkout, appeared random, causing fear and shock among witnesses. Authorities, including the FBI, are investigating. Walmart expressed gratitude for first responders and committed to cooperating with law enforcement. Governor Whitmer extended sympathies to the victims and community affected by the violence.

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