Resource Page for The Conflicts in the Middle East
Tensions in the Middle East have persisted since the attacks between Israel and Hamas a year ago.
More recently, hostilities between Israel and Iran further heightened tensions in the Middle East. The fight has since drawn in Iran-backed groups such as the Lebanese armed group, Hezbollah.
Thousands of lives, including many women and children, have been killed as a result of these conflicts.
To better understand the situation in the Middle East and Singapore’s position, below are some useful resources for consideration.
Further updates will be made to this resource page as the situation continues to develop.
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NE Insights on the Conflict in the Middle East
MFA's Infographics on the Conflict
MFA's Infographics on Singapore's Foreign Policy Interests
Key Reports From Singapore
Singapore will work with Middle East partners to do more to deliver humanitarian aid: Vivian, The Straits Times, 29 Sep 2024
UN cannot allow violations of international law to become normalised, says Vivian Balakrishnan, The Straits Times, 29 Sep 2024
S’pore charity transfers final tranche of $1.1m raised during Ramadan for Gaza to Unicef, The Straits Times, 4 Sep 2024
‘We do not take sides, we uphold principles’: Vivian on Singapore’s foreign policy approach, The Straits Times, 28 Aug 2024
Singapore to deliver fourth tranche of aid to Gaza; studying ICJ’s advisory on Israeli settlements, Channel News Asia, 22 Jul 2024
Singapore prepared in principle to recognise Palestine as a state at appropriate time: Vivian, The Straits Times, 3 Jul 2024
GPS Jamming, Harsh Environment: RSAF Aircrew Recount Challenges of Gaza Airdrops, The Straits Times, 29 Jun 2024
Israeli Embassy Told To Take Down 'Completely Unacceptable' Facebook Post on Palestine: Shanmugam, Channel News Asia, 25 Mar 2024
Online Misrepresentation of MOE Lessons on Israel-Hamas War Led to Abuse Towards Teachers, Potential 'External Interference' Involved: Chan Chun Sing, Channel News Asia, 4 Mar 2024
Israel's Response to Hamas Attack Has 'Gone Too Far', But Severing Ties Would Not Help Palestinians, Says Singapore, Channel News Asia, 29 Feb 2024
SAF Sends Medical Team to Egypt to Treat Casualties From Gaza, The Straits Times, 19 Jan 2024
Blankets, Medical Supplies, Water Filters: RSAF Aircraft Loaded With Gaza Aid Arrives in Egypt, Channel News Asia, 30 Nov 2023
Rise in Anti-Singapore Sentiment Online Since Israel-Hamas Hostilities: Shanmugam, Channel News Asia, 27 Nov 2023
PAP, WP and PSP Condemn Violence Against Civilians in Israel-Hamas War, Urge Cohesion and Harmony, The Straits Times, 7 Nov 2023
Israel-Hamas Conflict a 'Reminder' for Singapore That It Has National Interests at Stake: Vivian Balakrishnan, Channel News Asia, 6 Nov 2023
Singapore Votes In Favour of UN Resolution to Protect Civilans, Uphold Humanitarian Obligations in Gaza Strip, Channel News Asia, 28 Oct 2023
Protection of Civilians, More Aid Needed to Prevent Catastrophe in Gaza, The Straits Times, 22 Oct 2023
PM Lee Explains Importance for Singapore to Maintain Relations With Israelis and Palestinians, Provide Aid to Civilians, Channel News Asia, 20 Oct 2023
Singapore's Chief Rabbi, Mufti Reaffirm Solidarity Between Communities Amid 'Senseless' Israel-Hamas War, Channel News Asia, 15 Oct 2023
Singapore Must Never Let External Events Affect 'Precious Peace': Shanmugam on Israel-Hamas War, Channel News Asia, 13 Oct 2023
Key Developments
What we know about Iran's missile attack on Israel – and how the US responded, Channel News Asia, 2 Oct 2024
Israel and Hezbollah: Decades of conflict, Channel News Asia, 30 Sep 2024
Israel strikes 'dozens' of Hezbollah targets in Lebanon after Nasrallah killing, The Straits Times, 29 Sep 2024
Israel keeps up strikes in Gaza as fears of wider war grow, Channel News Asia, 12 Aug 2024
Singapore 'deeply concerned' about recent Middle East developments, including killing of Hamas chief Haniyeh, Channel News Asia, 1 Aug 2024
Commentary: Red Sea Attacks on Cargo Ships Could Disrupt Deliveries and Push Up Prices, Channel News Asia, 22 Dec 2023
US Announces 10-Nation Coalition to Combat Houthi Attacks in Red Sea, Channel News Asia, 19 Dec 2022
Israel-Hamas war: Worldwide Protests as Nations Ramp up security, The Straits Times, 13 Oct 2023
Israel Vows ‘Mighty Vengeance’ after Surprise Attack by Hamas Kills Hundreds, Channel News Asia, 9 Oct 2023
Netanyahu Declares Israel at war as Hamas attacks Kill Over 100, The Straits Times, 9 Oct 2023
What is the Palestinian group Hamas?, Channel News Asia, 8 Oct 2023
Official Statements by Government Agencies
(Transcript) https://www.mfa.gov.sg/Newsroom/Press-Statements-Transcripts-and-Photos/2024/11/Minister-FA-Remarks-Fifth-Tranche-Handover-Ceremony, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 1 Nov 2024
(Statement) https://www.mfa.gov.sg/Newsroom/Press-Statements-Transcripts-and-Photos/2024/11/20241101-5th-Tranche-Aid-Gaza, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 1 Nov 2024
(Transcript) Transcript of Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan's Wrap-Up Interview with Singapore Media During the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly High-Level Week in New York, 27 September 2024, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 28 Sep 2024
(Transcript) Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan's Oral Reply to Parliamentary Questions on the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict, 7 August 2024, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 7 Aug 2024
(Transcript) Handover Ceremony for the Fourth Tranche of Humanitarian Assistance for Gaza, 22 July 2024, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 22 Jul 2024
(Transcript) Speech by Minister for Defence, Dr Ng Eng Hen, at the Overseas Service Medal Presentation Ceremony on 25 Jun 2024, Ministry of Defence, 25 Jun 2024
(Statement) Statement in Explanation of Vote by Ambassador Burhan Gafoor, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Singapore, at the 10th Emergency Special Session of the United Nations General Assembly, 10 May 2024, New York, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 10 May 2024
(Transcript) Transcript of Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan's Doorstop Interview in Israel on 20 March 2024, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 20 Mar 2024
(Statement) Working Visit of Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan to the State of Israel, 19 to 20 March 2024, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 20 Mar 2024
(Statement) Working Visit of Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan to the Palestinian Territories, 18 March 2024, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 19 Mar 2024
(Statement) Commencement of RSAF Humanitarian Airdrop Operations for Gaza, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 17 Mar 2024
For more statements by MFA on the conflict, please refer to: https://www.mfa.gov.sg/Newsroom/Press-Statements-Transcripts-and-Photos