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Inside 'Alligator Alcatraz': Migrants Detail Harrowing Conditions and Health Risks

A growing chorus of detainees held at the "Alligator Alcatraz" migrant detention centre in the southern United States has drawn national scrutiny for what many are describing as deeply inhumane living conditions. Eyewitness accounts and internal reports detail issues ranging from inadequate food—allegedly containing worms—to overcrowded cells and restricted medical access. According to testimonies, meals provided to detainees are often spoiled or visibly contaminated, triggering health concerns among advocates and family members. One former detainee recalled being served chicken crawling with maggots, describing the experience as “degrading and traumatic.” These claims have sparked outrage and prompted calls for government investigation. Beyond food safety, accounts also highlight unsanitary living quarters, verbal abuse, and prolonged periods of isolation. Mental health professionals warn that such conditions not only violate international human rights standards but may lead...

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Tragic Loss: Five Palestinian Journalists Killed in Israeli Airstrike

In a devastating incident, five Palestinian journalists lost their lives in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza, as reported by the Gaza Health Ministry. The strike targeted a vehicle outside the Al-Awda Hospital in the Nuseirat refugee camp, where the journalists were working for the local Quds News Network. This tragic event adds to the growing toll of over 130 Palestinian reporters killed since the start of the conflict.

The Israeli military stated that the strike was aimed at a group of militants allied with Hamas. However, the loss of these journalists highlights the severe risks faced by media professionals in conflict zones. The ongoing conflict has resulted in significant casualties, with Gaza's Health Ministry reporting over 45,000 Palestinians killed, more than half of them women and children.

The international community continues to call for a ceasefire and protection of civilians, including journalists, who play a crucial role in documenting the realities of war.



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