Phones are compact and profitable, so traders can import them more easily than bulky or restricted items like formula, medical supplies or construction materials.

Palestinian Christians are preparing for their first Christmas without the constant threat of bombardment and attacks after two years of war in Gaza.

Ongoing malnutrition and the destruction of healthcare infrastructure in Gaza will require a coordinated and massive response to reduce suffering, morbidity and deaths.

Israel Katz’s statements are at odds with President Trump’s multiphase peace plan for the enclave.

"All Israeli settlements in the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, and related infrastructure have no legal validity and violate international law and U.N. resolutions," said Ramiz Alakbarov -- the U.N. deputy special coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process -- earlier this month.

A storm has battered the Gaza Strip, creating misery for displaced Palestinians and delaying the search for the body of the last Israeli hostage held by militants there.

JERUSALEM (AP) — An explosive device detonated in Gaza on Wednesday, injuring one Israeli soldier and prompting Israel to accuse Hamas of violating the U.S.-backed ceasefire. It was the latest incident to threaten the tenuous truce that has held since Oct. 10 as each side accuses the other of violations.

Thousands of people traveled from nearby towns and villages to attend Bethlehem's annual Christmas Eve tree lighting ceremony, which was canceled the last two years.

Christians in Gaza celebrate Christmas after two years of Israel’s war and enduring pain, displacement and destruction.