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Spain cancelled an arms deal with an Israeli firm. The Ministry of Defense withdrew from a $325 million contract for anti-tank missile systems that were to be fabricated in Madrid by a subsidiary of Israeli defense technology company Rafael. The move comes as European patience with Israel’s conduct in Gaza is wearing thin, with public support for Israel hitting the lowest levels recorded by pollster YouGov in May. Food distribution centers in Gaza paused on Wednesday to improve operations after 80 Palestinians were reportedly killed in recent days trying to reach the aid. – Staff

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