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Israel extends Al Jazeera ban by 45 days, cites security threat
Israel extended the ban on Al Jazeera for 45 days, with the Supreme Court calling it 'precedent-setting'. The government must justify the closure by Aug. 8.
We stopped a ticking time bomb: IDF on conducting overnight strike on UN-run school in Gaza
Israeli Air Force fighter jets conducted a strike at a Hamas compound inside a United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) school in the area of Nuseirat in the central Gaza Strip overnight, the IDF confirmed on Thursday.
Israeli strike on UNRWA school in Gaza 'kills at least 40' Palestinians
Israeli Air Force jets struck a Hamas compound inside a UNRWA school in Nuseirat, central Gaza Strip, overnight, killing at least 40 people, including 14 children and 9 women, and injuring 74 others. The IDF stated the strike targeted terrorists involved in the October 7 attack in southern Israel. Hamas condemned the strike as a premeditated crime. Gaza's Health Ministry reported over 36,654 deaths and 83,309 injuries since October 7, with 68 killed and 235 injured in the past 24 hours. The closure of the Rafah border has left 25,000 needing medical evacuation.
Is the Hezbollah-Israel conflict about to spiral?
The conflict between Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah has escalated dangerously after more than eight months of fighting triggered by the Gaza war. Both sides are signaling readiness for a bigger confrontation, with the U.S. seeking a diplomatic solution. Hezbollah began trading fire with Israel to support Palestinians in Gaza, part of the regional spillover from the Gaza war. Israel views Hezbollah as a major threat due to its growing arsenal and foothold in Syria. The conflict has displaced tens of thousands and could worsen significantly if not contained.
Israeli troops launch attacks in central Gaza, possibly widening their offensive
The Israeli military has expanded its ground offensive in Gaza, intensifying operations in Deir al-Balah and Bureij. This escalation comes amid worsening humanitarian conditions, with UN agencies warning of potential mass starvation. Tensions are also high in Jerusalem as an annual march through Palestinian neighborhoods proceeds. Meanwhile, Israel seeks to extend the shutdown of Al Jazeera's local offices, and Prime Minister Netanyahu has vowed to restore security along the Lebanese border following Hezbollah rocket attacks.
PM Netanyahu aide: Joe Biden's Gaza plan 'not a good deal' but Israel accepts it
In an interview with Britain's Sunday Times, Ophir Falk, chief foreign policy advisor to Netanyahu, said Biden's proposal was "a deal we agreed to — it's not a good deal but we dearly want the hostages released, all of them". "There are a lot of details to be worked out," he said, adding that Israeli conditions, including "the release of the hostages and the destruction of Hamas as a genocidal terrorist organisation" have not changed.
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Israeli airstrikes hit Rafah, kills two senior Hamas commanders
Israeli airstrikes on Rafah on Sunday night killed two senior Hamas commanders and 35 others, injuring dozens more. The strike targeted a Hamas compound following Hamas's rocket attack on Tel Aviv. The IDF confirmed the deaths of Yassin Rabia, Hamas's West Bank headquarters commander, and Khaled Najjar, another senior commander. Rabia managed military operations and directed attacks in the West Bank, while Najjar coordinated shooting attacks and funneled funds to Hamas operatives. Despite an ICJ order to halt operations, Israel continued its assault in Rafah.
Hamas representative denies new negotiations with Israel amid Gaza truce talks
Hamas has rejected the idea of new negotiations with Israel, emphasizing the need for Israel to withdraw from Gaza and end hostilities. Despite reports suggesting a potential revival of talks for a Gaza truce, Hamas maintains that it had already accepted a ceasefire proposal, which Israel had rejected. The group remains skeptical of Israel's intentions and insists on a permanent cessation of hostilities, highlighting the challenges Israel faces amid mounting international pressure and diplomatic isolation.
A brief history of the 2,000-pound Mark 80 bombs central to U.S.-Israeli tensions
The Mark 84 is a 2,000-pound bomb, part of the Pentagon's Mark 80 series. President Biden delayed a shipment to Israel of these bombs amid concerns over their use in Gaza, where civilian casualties have occurred. Israel mainly acquires these bombs from the United States.
Israel sends tanks into Rafah and seizes key crossing
Israeli forces entered Rafah in southern Gaza, taking control of the border crossing with Egypt, amid escalating tensions. This operation, following a warning to evacuate, disrupted UN humanitarian access. Tanks flew Israeli flags as they secured the area, but no sign of specific targets. The region faced heavy bombardment overnight, resulting in casualties. Hamas claimed responsibility for attacks, further fueling conflict. Negotiations for a ceasefire are ongoing, with international concern mounting over civilian safety and the potential for broader escalation.
Israel bombards Rafah ahead of talks aimed at sealing truce
Israel carried out airstrikes on Gaza's city of Rafah, aiming to pressure Hamas ahead of truce talks in Egypt. This followed reports of a Chinese fighter jet firing flares near an Australian navy helicopter in the Yellow Sea. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese condemned China's actions as "unprofessional and unacceptable." The Australian Defence Department reported the incident occurred during UN sanctions enforcement on North Korea. Albania said Australia's concerns were raised with China through diplomatic channels.
Israel says Hamas' ceasefire proposal far from meeting its "core" demands
A Gujarat government official, Nilesh Maheta, will oversee Tuesday's Lok Sabha ballot as a woman, Bijal Maheta, after undergoing gender reassignment surgery in 2020. Maheta's journey reflects years of struggle with her gender identity, dating back to her school days, and culminating in her decision to transition in 2012. The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act 2020 provided her with legal protection, reassuring her decision. Despite facing challenges, Maheta feels supported by her colleagues and is excited about her new role, symbolizing a step towards inclusivity and acceptance.
Gaza ceasefire uncertain, Israel vows to continue Rafah operation
An Israeli official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the proposal that Hamas approved was a watered-down version of an Egyptian offer and included elements that Israel could not accept. "This would appear to be a ruse intended to make Israel look like the side refusing a deal," said the Israeli official.
Benjamin Netanyahu's Cabinet votes to close Al Jazeera offices in Israel
The decision escalated Israel's long-running feud against Al Jazeera. It also threatened to heighten tensions with Qatar, which owns the channel, at a time when the Doha government is playing a key role in mediation efforts to halt the war in Gaza.
Israeli police raid Al Jazeera after shutdown order
Video circulated online showed plainclothes officers dismantling camera equipment in a hotel room. The Al Jazeera source said the hotel was in East Jerusalem.
Al Jazeera condemns Israel's 'criminal' decision to close offices
Al Jazeera's coverage of the Gaza war has been widely praised for its in-depth reporting and on-the-ground perspective. The network has faced challenges and dangers in its reporting, including the loss of journalists in the line of duty. The ban on Al Jazeera's operations in Israel is seen as a significant blow to media freedom and transparency in the region.
Will Israel-Iran tension escalate into a nuclear war? Know about Iranian threat and possible Israeli response
Powerful Iranian outfit the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has said that it could attack Israel’s nuclear sites and pursue a nuclear weapon if the country strikes at its nuclear facilities.
US destroyed dozens of drones, six ballistic missiles aimed at Israel from Iran, Yemen, says its military
Amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, the US military has announced the destruction of over 80 drones and at least six ballistic missiles targeted at Israel from Iran and Yemen. The operation, supported by US European Command destroyers, aimed to prevent attacks on Israel and regional stability. Iran's actions were described as "unprecedented, malign, and reckless" by CENTCOM, which reiterated its commitment to support Israel's defense. The incident underscores the volatile situation in the region, with calls for restraint and diplomatic solutions to prevent further escalation.
5 Israeli state-of-the-art multilayered air-defense systems that protected it from Iran's drone and missile strikes
Iran launched more than 300 drones, cruise missiles and ballistic missiles toward Israel on Saturday evening.
Three sons of Hamas leader Haniyeh killed in Israeli airstrike
The three sons - Hazem, Amir and Mohammad - were killed after the car they were driving in was bombed in Gaza's Al-Shati camp, Hamas said. Two of Haniyeh's grandchildren were also killed in the attack and a third was wounded, Hamas media said.
Israeli PM calls for Al Jazeera shutdown, new law allows for 'security threat' bans on international media
Netanyahu plans to close Al Jazeera after passing a law granting the government power to ban foreign networks. Al Jazeera vows to continue its coverage despite the decision. Rights groups express deep concerns over the legislation.
US Vice President Kamala Harris warns Israel of "consequences" of Rafah assault
The United States and other Israeli allies continue to warn against the assault on Rafah, where over 1 million Palestinian civilians are sheltering.
Israel raids Gaza's Al Shifa Hospital, urges Hamas to surrender
Less than an hour earlier, around 1 a.m. local time (2300 GMT), a Gaza health ministry spokesman said Israel had told officials in the enclave that it would raid the Shifa hospital complex "in the coming minutes."
Al Jazeera Gaza correspondent loses 4 family members in an Israeli airstrike
Al Jazeera's chief correspondent in the Gaza Strip, Wael Dahdouh, tragically learned of his family's death in an Israeli airstrike while he was broadcasting live images of the region's night sky. His wife, son, and daughter were killed in the attack. The Qatari-based satellite channel then switched to footage of Dahdouh at al-Aqsa Hospital in Gaza, where he mournfully gazed upon his deceased son.
Israeli communications minister Shloma Karhi seeks shutdown of Al Jazeera bureau
The proposal to shut down Al Jazeera had been vetted by Israeli security officials and was being vetted by legal experts, Shloma Karhi said, adding that he would bring it to the cabinet later in the day. Al Jazeera and the government in Doha had no immediate comment.
Hamas says it has 'enough' Israeli captives to free all Palestinian prisoners
A senior Hamas leader has said that the group has captured "enough" Israeli soldiers during an unprecedented attack against Israel to make Israeli authorities free all Palestinian prisoners in its jails, a media report said.
Sudan: Air raid leaves at least 22 dead in Omdurman
The RSF accused the army of assaulting Omdurman's residential districts, where violence has been raging between the opposing factions, and said that the attack left 31 people dead. According to reports, the military tried to cut off a vital supply connection, as per Al Jazeera. "The RSF vehemently condemn the deliberate air strikes conducted by the extremist terrorist militia led by (army chief Abdel Fattah) al-Burhan," the group said in a statement.
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