Israel defies UN court order, strikes Rafah in Gaza

Israel bombed Gaza, defying a UN court order to halt its offensive in Rafah. The ICJ instructed Israel to keep the Rafah crossing open. Despite the ruling, Israel continued strikes in Gaza. The court demanded an immediate ceasefire and access for UN investigators. Italy pledged €35m for Palestinian refugees, with €5m for Unrwa. G7 finance leaders urged Israel to maintain banking links with Palestine. Syria officials were found guilty of crimes against humanity.