Israeli forces are pressing into Gaza, determined to increase pressure on Hamas.
Meanwhile, Singapore is putting its residents and travelers on high alert. They risk facing a six-month prison sentence if they are allowed to wear or display paraphernalia with foreign national emblems related to the Israel-Hamas conflict. The country’s Ministry of the Interior has cited the possible offense of publicly displaying foreign national emblems without permission under the Foreign National Emblems (Control of Display) Act 1949. The ministry stresses that the ongoing conflict is highly emotional and advise against wearing or displaying these items, given the increased sensitivity.
The statement specifically warns against promoting or supporting terrorism by displaying logos associated with terrorist or militant groups, such as HAMAS or its military branch, the Al-Qassam Brigades. The ministry stresses that such actions will not be tolerated as they could disturb the peace and harmony between different races and religions in Singapore.
In a worrying twist, pro-Palestinian demonstrations across Europe have turned violent in recent days. In London alone, at least 29 protesters were arrested on Saturday for offenses including inciting racial hatred and racially aggravated public order.
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