For years, Gazans haven’t had free access to this precious natural resource. Israeli limits on fishing activities have fluctuated with tensions with Hamas, with limits of just three nautical miles and even previous total bans on fishing imposed at times.

Hamas issued a scathing statement in which it rejected U.S. criticism of its handling of negotiations aimed at ending the nearly two-year-long war in Gaza.

Turkey has been spared the worst of US pressure on its allies but bromance between the leaders is running into obstacles

Israeli forces intercepted the Handala, a Gaza-bound ship carrying aid and activists, within 70 nautical miles of its intended destination on Saturday night.

The leaders of Britain, France and Germany demanded Israel allow unrestricted aid into Gaza to end a “humanitarian catastrophe," after French President Emmanuel Macron announced that his country will become the first major Western power to recognize a Palestinian state.

European nations and Iran held 'serious' talks in Istanbul about Iran's nuclear program, with the 'snapback' mechanism to restore UN sanctions remaining on the table.

The Green Bay Packers added Israel Abanikanda, a third-year running back, and Garnett Hollis Jr., a rookie cornerback.

The United Nations and experts say that Palestinians in Gaza are at risk of famine, with reports of increasing numbers of people dying from causes related to malnutrition.