In war-torn Gaza, teacher Israa Abu Mustafa has set up a makeshift classroom under a tent in the rubble of her demolished home, providing education to traumatized children amid the chaos. Despite limited resources, her initiative now helps 70 students, offering them a semblance of normalcy and hope.

Meanwhile, in another part of the world, the US reaffirms its commitment to Syria to combat Daesh and support local forces and humanitarian efforts, as Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs, Ethan Goldrich, announced. This ongoing initiative also underscores the US's stance on human rights and political reforms necessary for normalizing relations with the Syrian regime.

In a tragic turn of events, a boat carrying migrants capsized in the English Channel, resulting in 12 fatalities, including an 18-year-old girl. This incident has sparked renewed calls for action and cooperation between UK and French leaders to mitigate such devastating occurrences.

Shifting to European politics, Michel Barnier has been appointed as France's new prime minister, a move welcomed by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. At 73, Barnier’s extensive experience, including his role as the EU's Brexit negotiator, brings seasoned leadership to France’s government.

Over in Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky has revamped his cabinet, with Andrii Sybiha becoming the new foreign minister and two new deputy prime ministers stepping in. These changes aim to bolster the administration's efforts amid the ongoing conflict with Russia and focus on securing international aid and reconstruction.

Finally, the EU has issued a warning to Serbia, stating that its close ties with Russia are incompatible with its EU membership aspirations. This statement follows Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandar Vulin's meeting with President Vladimir Putin, highlighting the tension between Serbia's European aspirations and its current political alliances with Russia.