Middle East Conflict

Mourners bury victims of Israeli strike in Gaza. Iran warns of harsh response to any invasion by Israel. UN Security Council to vote on Palestinian state membership. Hezbollah attacks Israel, injuring soldiers. Italy willing to contribute troops for UN peacekeeping in Gaza. Germany expresses solidarity with Israel and vows consequences for Iran. Arrow 3 missile defense system successfully intercepts Iranian attack. Human Rights Watch reports Israeli forces involved in settler attacks against Palestinians. UN appeals for $2.8 billion to aid 3 million Palestinians in Gaza.