The Israeli-Palestinian conflict has escalated, with Hamas militants staging their deadliest attack in 50 years. The attack was launched on the morning of a Jewish holiday, leading to hundreds of deaths and the seizure of dozens of Israeli hostages. Elderly women were marched into trucks and driven to the Gaza strip, much to the horror of countless individuals. The sophistication of the surprise assault stunned Israelis, and the Middle East is on the brink of all-out war.
These attacks have taken their toll on civilians, as the Sunday Telegraph reports at least 250 civilians have been slaughtered by Hamas terrorists. There are calls in Israel for a major ground invasion of Gaza in retaliation for the rocket assault and hostage taking. The Sunday Times headlines that hostages were dragged from their homes during the attack, a truly harrowing display of violence.
These violent acts have sparked concern in political leaders and communities alike, with the Sunday People reporting on Sir Keir Starmer’s plan to raise £1.5bn from tax breaks on the super-rich in a bid to save the NHS and slash waiting lists. Meanwhile, David Walliams has felt suicidal after being dropped from Britain’s Got Talent according to the Sun on Sunday, and Star Trek legend Sir Patrick Stewart has bought a house in Los Angeles that is apparently haunted by a grumpy ghost, reports the Daily Star Sunday. Scream me up, Scotty!
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