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Israel’s War On Gaza: List of Key Events, Day 194

At least 20 people have been killed in Israeli attacks on homes in Rafah, Maghazi and Gaza City since Tuesday.
Here’s how things stand on Wednesday, April 17, 2024:
Fighting and humanitarian crisis
- At least 20 people have been killed in Israeli attacks on homes in Rafah, Maghazi and Gaza City since Tuesday afternoon.
- Separately, at least seven law enforcement officials tasked with protecting aid and two bystanders have been killed in an Israeli army attack in Gaza City, Gaza’s Ministry of Interior said on Tuesday.
- Fighters in Gaza continue to launch rockets into southern Israel. Two missiles fired from the Palestinian territory on Tuesday caused no damage or casualties after landing in open areas, war monitors reported.
- At least 33,843 Palestinians have been killed and 76,575 wounded in Israeli attacks on Gaza since October 7. The death toll in Israel from Hamas’s October 7 attacks stands at 1,139 and dozens of people are still being held captive in Gaza.
Diplomacy and geopolitical tensions
- Iran has warned Israel it will face a “painful response” if it takes the “slightest action” to retaliate against Tehran’s missile and drone attacks which were a response to Israel bombing the Iranian embassy in Syria. Israel’s military chief said on Monday that his country will respond to Iran’s attack, but he did not elaborate on when and how as world leaders urged against further retaliation, fearing a wider conflict in the Middle East.
- Israel’s Defense Minister Yoav Gallant thanked Italy for “standing boldly with Israel following the Iranian attack”, in a call with Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto on Tuesday.
- Google employees staging protests against the Project Nimbus surveillance and AI contract with the Israeli army were arrested at the company’s California and New York offices on Tuesday.
- The United Nations Security Council is expected to vote on the State of Palestine’s application for full UN membership on Thursday, diplomatic sources say. Hamas is “not in a position to make demands”, the US ambassador to the UN has said in response to a journalist’s question on releasing more Palestinian prisoners.
- Four months after a contentious congressional hearing led to the resignations of two Ivy League presidents, Columbia University’s president is set to appear before the same committee on Wednesday over questions of anti-Semitism and the school’s response to conflicts on campus over Israel’s war on Gaza.
Violence in the occupied West Bank
- Palestinian rights groups have warned that Israeli military and settler attacks in the occupied West Bank have “increased in intensity and scale”.
- Violence by Israeli settlers against Palestinian residents in the occupied West Bank is a symptom of the much larger problem of Israel’s “territorial expansionism” since 1967, said Mouin Rabbani, co-editor of Jadaliyya magazine.
- An Israeli military bulldozer was caught in a large explosion in Tubas amid continuing Israeli raids in the occupied West Bank on Tuesday.
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YTJ Announces New Single “JO,”

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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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