Satellite photos show the Gaza Strip before and after the devastation of the Israel-Hamas war
The Israel-Hamas war, now nearing a potential ceasefire, has devastated the Gaza Strip. Satellite photos offer some sense of the destruction in the territory, which has been largely sealed off to journalists and others.
Charleston locals with loved ones in Gaza, Israel react to beginning of ceasefire
Gaza ceasefire begins with dramatic release of 3 Israeli hostages
Three Hostages Arrive in Israel for Tearful Reunions as Fragile Gaza Ceasefire Passes First Hurdle
'Wounds that you just cannot unsee' | North Carolina doctor reflects on trip to Gaza ahead of hostage release
A Charlotte-area doctor who traveled to Gaza in the thick of war is taking this time to reflect on the conflict and what it means for those soon-to-be-released hostages. "Wounds that you just cannot unsee because of burns. They're etched into your brain because they're so graphic," Dr. Azeem Elahi said.
After 15 months of war, Hamas still rules over what remains of Gaza
Hamas remained in power through four previous wars with Israel. With help from Iran it steadily enhanced its capabilities, extended the range of its rockets and built deeper and longer tunnels to hide from Israeli airstrikes. By Oct. 7, 2023, it had an army of tens of thousands in organized battalions.
Palestinians in Gaza spend their first night without fear of airstrikes
Some displaced Palestinians in southern Gaza expressed relief on Monday, saying they slept for the first time in over a year without bombing or fear after a ceasefire deal was reached between Israel and Hamas.
Zion Baptist Church, Columbia Urban League celebrate MLK Day in the Midlands
The Columbia Urban League will also host an annual prayer breakfast to promote diversity and social justice in the workplace and society. Zion Baptist Church will also celebrate the legacy of the late civil rights leader,
'Wounds that you just cannot unsee' | Charlotte area doctor reflects on trip to Gaza ahead of hostage release
Dr. Elahi traveled to Gaza in April of last year to help the area's destroyed healthcare system.
Gazans Return to Vast Destruction in Old Neighborhoods
Palestinians returning to parts of the enclave have been picking their way through vast piles of rubble and trying to salvage what they can.
Palestinians returning to Rafah are met with flattened homes and rubble
Aerial footage on Monday showed the devastation caused to the southern Gaza city of Rafah as Palestinians began returning to what was left of their homes.
Biden spends last full day of presidency in Charleston focusing on racial unity and his legacy
Biden traveled to SC for his last full day in office visiting a North Charleston church the International African American Museum and discussing Gaza ceasefire
Gaza Strip in maps: How 15 months of war have drastically changed life in the territory
A visual guide to how much has changed in the Gaza Strip since Israel began its military response to Hamas's attacks on 7 October.
Trump's Middle East envoy is considering a visit to the Gaza Strip amid ceasefire deal
Steve Witkoff, Trump’s envoy to the Middle East, plans to be a near-constant presence in the region in an attempt to prevent the deal from unraveling.