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Israel-Hamas War: List of Key Events, Day 75

A UNSC ceasefire vote is delayed again as the UN warns of more deaths due to water shortages – here are major updates.
Here’s how things stand on Wednesday, December 20, 2023:
Latest Developments
- Gaza is in its sixth consecutive day of a telecommunications blackout, apart from a partial restoration in southern Gaza on Monday, said the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UN OCHA) on Tuesday.
- A protest was held in New York on Tuesday night amid international calls for the release of imprisoned artists from the Freedom Theatre in Jenin, occupied West Bank. The Freedom Theatre has been raided, vandalised and painted with Israeli religious and political symbols.
- Palestinian Islamic Jihad’s al-Quds Brigades shared a video to their Telegram channel on Tuesday of two male captives pleading to the Israeli government for assistance with their release.
- On Monday, Israeli forces raided al-Awda Hospital in northern Gaza and arrested, stripped, bound and interrogated people in the hospital, UN OCHA reported on Tuesday citing Doctors Without Borders (Medecins Sans Frontieres, or MSF).
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Human impact and fighting
- A pre-dawn Israeli strike on Tuesday levelled a home in Rafah, killing 27 people including a 17-day-old baby, reported the Associated Press news agency.
- Jody Ginsberg, the president of the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), told National Public Radio (NPR) that the apparent “targeted” killings of journalists in Gaza need to be investigated. The CPJ has recorded the killings of at least 68 journalists in the region since October 7, while Gaza’s media office has put the toll at 97.
- UN Children’s Agency Executive Director Catherine Russell warned on Wednesday that many more children will die without safe water in the coming days, and that cases of diarrhoea among children under five have already crossed 20 times the monthly average.
- Israel raided at least six areas across the occupied West Bank overnight, including the town of Tammun where Israeli forces wounded a 16-year-old in live fire and bulldozed two homes, according to the Palestinian Red Cresent and Wafa news agency.
- Half of Gaza’s population is starving in a situation of extreme or severe hunger, while 90 percent of people in the besieged enclave regularly go without food for a whole day, according to the World Food Programme’s (WFP) regional director for the Middle East and North Africa.
Diplomacy
- Israeli President Isaac Herzog told a gathering of ambassadors on Tuesday that his country is willing to agree to a new temporary truce with Hamas to secure the release of more captives held in Gaza.
- UN Security Council member countries are intensely negotiating over draft resolutions on the Israel-Gaza war, also causing the vote to be postponed until at least Wednesday morning, according to Al Jazeera’s UN correspondents.
- On Tuesday, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim banned the Israeli ZIM shipping company and “any ship en route to Israel from loading cargo at Malaysian ports”, in response to Israel’s actions against Palestinians in Gaza.
- White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said at a press briefing on Tuesday that “attacks on ships in the Red Sea have to stop”. The United States has announced the establishment of a new multinational maritime security force in response to attacks on ships launched by Iran-aligned Houthi rebels in Yemen.
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Josh2Funny’s Album Has Fans Talking — But Should He Stick To Music Or Skits?
Josh2Funny’s Album Has Fans Talking — But Should He Stick To Music Or Skits? 😂🎶

Nigerian comedian and content creator Josh2Funny has taken his comedy game into music, and Nigerians are definitely having something to say about it.
The comedian released his 15-track album, “On Behalf of Josh,” on July 10, 2026, but instead of fading away after release, the project has continued to generate conversations on X.
And the big question now is:
Should Josh2Funny continue with music or go back to skits? 😂
Fans have been divided. While some listeners openly criticized the album and told him to return to comedy, others found songs they genuinely enjoyed.


One X user joked:
“Josh2Funny stopped doing skits and started music, Everybody wan chop this music money 😂”
Another simply said:
“This Josh2Funny Album no enter make he just go back skit abeg 😂”
But then came “Lembe.” 🔥
The track caught fire on X and eventually became a trending topic in Nigeria. The #LembeChallenge also gained momentum as creators began jumping on the song.
Josh2Funny later announced ₦1 million for winners of the challenge, giving the song another major push.
And it didn’t stop there.
‘INTERNATIONAL’ FT. ICE PRINCE ALSO TRENDED
On another day, “International” featuring Ice Prince generated its own buzz on X.
One fan even called it their favourite song from the album, while praising the collaboration. The post itself pulled thousands of views, showing that people weren’t only talking about Lembe.
From album criticism to trending songs and challenges, “On Behalf of Josh” has kept Josh2Funny’s name in the conversation.
Whether you love the album or think he should return to skits, one thing is clear:
Josh2Funny has succeeded in getting Nigerians talking. 😂🔥

So, let’s settle this once and for all:
Should Josh2Funny continue with MUSIC 🎶 or return to SKITS 😂?
Music or Skits? Drop your answer! 👇
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Obeena Delivers Show-Stopping Performance at Igbotic Game Night in East London


East Ham, East London — 8 August 2026: The vibrant Igbo community in the UK came together for an unforgettable evening of entertainment, culture and social connection at Igbotic Game Night, one of the biggest social gatherings celebrating the Igbo community in the United Kingdom.
Among the night’s standout moments was an electrifying performance by Afrobeats artist Obeena, who took the stage and immediately captured the attention of the crowd.
Obeena delivered performances of two of his hit songs, “Wara Wara” and “Banging,” bringing his energetic sound and distinctive stage presence to the event. From the opening moments of his set, fans responded with excitement, singing along, dancing and enthusiastically supporting the artist.

His performance of “Wara Wara” created an instant connection with the audience, while “Banging” took the energy to another level. Obeena’s ability to engage the crowd transformed his set into one of the most memorable entertainment moments of the evening.
Held in East Ham, East London, on 8 August 2026, Igbotic Game Night provided a unique platform for members of the Igbo community to celebrate their heritage while enjoying music, games and social interaction. Events such as this continue to play an important role in bringing together Nigerians and the wider African diaspora in the UK.
For Obeena, the performance was another opportunity to showcase his growing artistry and connect directly with fans. His energetic delivery, stage confidence and ability to command the audience demonstrated why his live performances continue to attract attention.
By the end of his set, Obeena had left the crowd amazed and added another memorable chapter to his journey as an Afrobeats artist. His appearance at Igbotic Game Night was not simply a performance—it was a celebration of Nigerian music, culture and community.
With performances like this, Obeena continues to demonstrate his ambition to take his sound beyond the studio and onto major stages, connecting with audiences through music, energy and an unmistakable African identity.
Igbotic Game Night brought the Igbo community together. Obeena gave them a performance to remember.
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