For today, links to six reports: from Middle East Eye, the Cradle, Middle East Monitor, National Public Radio, and Reuters; others are accessible by clicking on their names or initials below. (SYRIA and UKRAINE entries for this date are HERE and HERE.) — MCM

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UN warns Israeli actions pushing Gaza aid efforts to collapse. From Middle East Eye. The United Nations’ relief operations in Gaza are teetering on the brink of collapse, according to Tom Fletcher, head of the UN’s humanitarian agency (OCHA). He accused Israeli forces of targeting aid workers and obstructing . . . READ MORE . . .

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Gaza Health Ministry warns of ‘real disaster sweeping hospitals.’ From the Cradle. The Health Ministry in Gaza warned today that the medical sector in the strip is facing a disaster due to crippling shortages of essential supplies and humanitarian aid. READ MORE . . .

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PRCS: Israel killed 1,056 medical personnel, arrested 350 others since October 2023. From Middle East Monitor. The Israeli occupation has systematically and deliberately targeted Palestinian medical teams, killing more than 1,056 and arresting 350 others since Oct. 7, 2023, according to the Palestinian Red Crescent Society. READ MORE . . .

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Hamas and Israel are negotiating the release of hostages. Reported by Daniel Estrin and Abu Bakr Bashir | NPR  Israel and Hamas are eyeing a hostage release and ceasefire deal before Donald Trump’s inauguration. Click HERE to read, and HERE for report from Middle East Eye.

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UAE discusses post-war Gaza government with U.S., Israel. From Reuters. The United Arab Emirates has discussed with Israel and the United States participating in a provisional administration of post-war Gaza until a reformed Palestinian Authority is able to take charge, according to people familiar with the talks. READ MORE . . .