Singapore Aids Gaza Amid Intensifying Conflict

Singapore remains committed to providing aid to Gaza despite Israel's ban on the UNRWA, with Foreign Affairs Minister Vivian Balakrishnan emphasizing collaboration with regional partners like Egypt and Jordan. Israeli military operations in Gaza have intensified, with incursions into areas like the Nuseirat camp resulting in over 11 deaths and further displacements. Reports indicate that Israeli airstrikes have killed dozens across the enclave, including a strike in Jabalia that killed at least 24 people, mostly from one family. In Lebanon, the conflict has led to a significant return of Syrian refugees to their homeland, with officials viewing this as an opportunity despite ongoing humanitarian challenges. The influx has put additional economic pressure on Syria, prompting calls for the reconsideration of Western sanctions. Despite the difficult conditions, both Lebanese and Syrian officials see potential benefits in the refugee returns amidst the regional turmoil.