GAZA CIVIL DEFENSE
Israeli strike targets the Hamas military commander and kills at least 90 in southern Gaza
Israel conducted a massive strike on Saturday in the southern Gaza Strip, targeting a Hamas military commander, resulting in at least 90 deaths, including children, according to local health officials. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu noted that "there still isn't absolute certainty" that Mohammed Deif and another Hamas commander, Rafa Salama, were killed.
At least 90 Palestinians killed, Gaza officials say, as Israel targets Hamas military chief
An Israeli airstrike reportedly targeted Hamas' military chief in Gaza, resulting in casualties. The strike's impact on ceasefire negotiations remains uncertain. Witnesses describe the attack as unexpected, causing civilians to flee. The military chief, Mohammed Deif, has a history of surviving assassination attempts and is linked to deadly attacks on Israelis.
Israeli forces push deeper into Gaza City in pursuit of militants. Thousands flee again
Israeli forces deepen penetration into Gaza City, intensifying battles and mass displacement during the nine-month war. Cease-fire and hostage release talks with Hamas progress. New evacuation orders force residents into tent camps. Civilian casualties rise amid artillery and tank fire. Northern Gaza heavily bombarded; residents live in shells of homes. Mediators strive for cease-fire.
Israel deepens its operation in Gaza City, as pockets of militancy continue to dog the military
Israeli forces intensified operations in Gaza City, targeting militants and causing thousands to flee amid ongoing conflict. The incursion focused on eastern Gaza, an area previously contested, prompting evacuations as heavy fighting resumed. Reports indicate artillery, tank fire, and airstrikes, with details on casualties yet to be fully disclosed due to restricted access. The escalation comes amidst diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire, hindered by disagreements over terms including Hamas' demand for Israeli prisoner releases. The situation remains volatile, with civilians enduring widespread displacement and infrastructure damage.
Israeli strikes kill 6 in Gaza, including kids and UN worker, as truce talks show signs of progress
Israeli airstrikes in Gaza killed at least six people, including two children and a UN worker, amid stalled cease-fire talks with Hamas. Violence also flared in the West Bank, where Israeli forces killed seven individuals during a raid and airstrike in Jenin. As nearly 2 million Palestinians seek refuge, Israeli and Hamas negotiators plan to resume cease-fire discussions. The conflict has escalated, raising humanitarian concerns and fears of a broader regional war, with over 38,000 Palestinians reported dead.
Israel says it can send Lebanon 'back to Stone Age' as UN warns against war
During a visit to Washington, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant stated that Israel does not seek war with Lebanon but warned of severe retaliation if diplomacy fails, capable of "taking Lebanon back to the Stone Age." He emphasized Israel's preparedness amid escalating clashes with Hezbollah since Hamas' October 7 attack on Israel. Gallant reported over 400 Hezbollah fighters killed, while an AFP tally recorded 481 deaths in Lebanon, including 94 civilians, and 26 Israeli casualties since the conflict began.
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At least 39 people killed in Israeli strikes across northern Gaza, officials say
Israeli airstrikes killed at least 39 people in northern Gaza on Saturday, with rescue workers searching for survivors. Fadel Naem, director of al-Ahli Hospital, reported receiving over three dozen bodies. The Palestinian Civil Defense dug through rubble in Gaza City’s Shati refugee camp, uncovering dozens of bodies. Israel confirmed strikes on two Hamas military sites in Gaza City. This follows recent deadly strikes near Rafah, worsening the humanitarian crisis. Additionally, an Israeli strike in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley killed an al-Jamaa al-Islamiya member. The Israel-Hamas conflict has claimed thousands of lives since October 7.
Israeli strikes on tent camps near Rafah kill at least 25 and wound 50, Gaza health officials say
Israeli forces shelled tent camps for displaced Palestinians near Rafah, Gaza, killing at least 25 and wounding 50. The attack, which included a second volley targeting those leaving their tents, occurred near a Red Cross field hospital, drawing condemnation from the ICRC. The shelling took place outside the Israeli-designated safe zone, as ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas continues. Gaza's Health Ministry reported over 37,400 deaths in the conflict, sparking international criticism over civilian casualties and humanitarian conditions.
Israeli army says it used small munitions in Rafah airstrike, and fire was caused by secondary blast
Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari, the chief military spokesman, said Tuesday that the military fired two 17-kilogram (37-pound) munitions that targeted two senior Hamas militants. He said the munitions would have been too small to ignite a fire on their own and the military is looking into the possibility that weapons were stored in the area.
State comptroller calls on Netanyahu to cooperate with probe of Oct 7 failures
A separate letter to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu suggested his office has been dragging its feet on sharing relevant documents. In February, the Israel Defense Forces' Chief of Staff, Lt.-Gen. Herzi Halevi ordered an internal probe of the military's failures of October 7. That inquiry will investigate the IDF General Staff, military intelligence, the deficiencies of the Gaza border defenses, and general operational matters.
Biden says he expects Iran to attack Israel soon, warns: 'Don't'
U.S. President Joe Biden has warned Iran against attacking Israel, stating that such an action would not succeed and emphasizing Washington's commitment to defending Israel. Biden's comments come amid growing tensions following an attack on Iran's embassy compound in Damascus last week, which Iran blames on Israel. Israel is on high alert for a possible retaliatory attack by Iran or its proxies. Countries including India, France, Poland, and Russia have issued travel warnings for the region. The White House has described the threat of an Iranian attack on Israel as real and viable, and is monitoring the situation closely.
Iran and Israel have a long history of clandestine attacks
Israel's strike in the Syrian capital, Damascus, that killed three top Iranian commanders Monday was the most brazen attack in years, raising fears of a wider confrontation. That would be particularly dangerous in a region already in turmoil on multiple fronts.
At least 20 people killed, 155 injured in shelling while awaiting food aid in Gaza: Report
At least 20 killed, 155 injured in Gaza shelling. Death toll may rise. Witness saw many bodies. Gaza Civil Defense blames Israel. Humanitarian aid by sea announced.
Israel's wartime Cabinet is rattled by a dispute between Netanyahu and his top political rival
Israeli Cabinet minister Benny Gantz's unauthorized trip to Washington aims to seek support for Israel's ground campaign, push for the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas, discuss postwar plans for Gaza, and address various issues related to the conflict and Israeli politics.
Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 48 as fears mount over humanitarian crisis and West Bank violence
Israeli strikes killed at least 48 people in southern and central Gaza overnight, half of them women and children, health officials said Thursday. European foreign ministers and U.N. agencies called for a cease-fire, with alarm rising over the worsening humanitarian crisis and potential starvation in the territory.
Why Iran is the common link in conflicts from Gaza to Pakistan
The Iran connection stems partly from Iran's decades-long efforts to deter threats and undermine foes by building up like-minded militias across the Middle East. In addition, Iran itself, like neighboring countries, faces armed separatist movements and terrorist groups in conflicts that readily spill over borders.
A defiant Netanyahu says no one can halt Israel's war to crush Hamas, including the world court
Amid a defiant 100-day war against Hamas, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared Israel's unwavering commitment to victory, dismissing International Court of Justice proceedings on South Africa's genocide allegations. Netanyahu vowed to continue the offensive, rejecting potential court orders and deepening Israel's isolation. The conflict, triggered by a deadly attack, faces international pressure, with the U.S. supporting Israel. Netanyahu indicated no immediate return for displaced Palestinians, emphasizing the need to close Gaza's border breaches. The ongoing war has claimed over 23,000 Palestinian lives, intensifying global concerns and geopolitical repercussions.
Israeli strike kills elite Hezbollah commander Wissam al-Tawil in the latest escalation linked to the war in Gaza
The strike on an SUV killed a commander in a secretive Hezbollah unit that operates along the border, according to a Lebanese security official who spoke on condition of anonymity in keeping with regulations. The commander, Wissam al-Tawil, was a veteran of the Iranian-backed Lebanese force who took part in the 2006 cross-border kidnapping of two Israeli soldiers that triggered the last war between Israel and Hezbollah, an official in the group said.
Israeli defense minister lays out vision for next steps of Gaza war ahead of Blinken visit
Israel's defense minister outlines a "new combat approach" for Gaza, emphasizing northern operations' shift and sustained pressure on Hamas. Proposing post-conflict governance, Israel eyes security control with Palestinian oversight and international aid for reconstruction. However, lacking specifics, the plan diverges from U.S. preferences. Amidst ongoing conflict and devastation, a push for a clearer vision emerges before the U.S. secretary of state's visit, amidst broader regional tensions and fears of escalation.
The number of wounded Israeli soldiers is mounting, representing a hidden cost of war
Israel's Defense Ministry says roughly 3,000 members of the country's security forces have been wounded since Hamas militants stormed into southern Israel on Oct. 7, killing 1,200 people, mostly civilians, and taking 240 people hostage.
"This is not only our war but, in many ways, yours because...": Benjamin Netanyahu to US
The Israeli Prime Minister said that the Iranian axis of terror is threatening to close the maritime strait of Bab el-Mandeb and is presenting a threat to the freedom of navigation for the world.
US wants shakeup of Palestinian Authority to run Gaza after Hamas
US officials have been visiting the West Bank to meet with Palestinian Authority leader Mahmoud Abbas to discuss reforms to combat corruption, empower civil society, and support a free press. Abbas, an architect of the 1993 Oslo peace accords with Israel, has seen his legitimacy undermined by Israeli settlement building in the occupied West Bank.
Israel orders mass evacuations as it widens offensive; Palestinians are running out of places to go
The expanded offensive, following the collapse of a weeklong cease-fire, is aimed at eliminating Gaza's Hamas rulers, whose Oct. 7 attack into Israel triggered the deadliest Israeli-Palestinian violence in decades. The war has already killed thousands of Palestinians and displaced over three-fourths of the territory's population of 2.3 million Palestinians, who are running out of safe places to go.
With the world's eyes on Gaza, attacks are on the rise in the West Bank, which faces its own war
With the world's attention on Gaza and the humanitarian crisis there, the violence of war has also erupted in the West Bank. Israeli settler attacks have surged at an unprecedented rate, according to the UN. The escalation has spread fear, deepened despair, and robbed Palestinians of their livelihoods, their homes and, in some cases, their lives.
Another 9 soldiers killed fighting in Northern Gaza, announces Israel Defence Force
Israel Defence Forces announced the death of another nine soldiers who were fighting in Northern Gaza amid the ongoing ground offensive against Hamas terrorists, The Times of Israel reported. A statement from the military added that two other infantry soldiers were seriously injured in Gaza.
Israel scales up Gaza incursion as humanitarian crisis deepens
Israeli troops pushed deeper into Gaza Tuesday, driving tanks and armoured bulldozers through the rubble of shattered buildings, scouring for Hamas militants who carried out the worst attack in the country's history. Israel said it had struck 300 targets during the fourth night of land operations in Gaza, where troops came under Hamas anti-tank and machine-gun fire, after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismissed mounting international calls for a ceasefire.
Israel, Hamas locked in 'fierce battles' in shattered Gaza
In a concerning turn of events, Israeli troops and Hamas militants found themselves in intense confrontations on Tuesday in Gaza. The situation has exacerbated the dire humanitarian crisis in the region, leaving tearful Palestinian families searching through the rubble in a desperate attempt to find their loved ones.
US advises Israel to delay Gaza invasion, officials say
The Biden administration has advised Israel to delay a ground invasion of the Gaza Strip in order to allow for hostage negotiations and the delivery of humanitarian aid to Palestinians. U.S. officials are also concerned about potential attacks on U.S. interests in the region from Iran-backed groups. While the administration still supports Israel's goal of eradicating Hamas, the group controlling Gaza, they are urging Israelis to negotiate the release of hostages before moving forward with the invasion.
For Hezbollah and Israel, the stakes in any broader war are high
Tensions are escalating on Israel's northern border with Lebanon as rockets are fired by Hezbollah and Israeli towns are on high alert. This comes amid increased fears of a war between Israel and Hezbollah, raising risks for both sides. Lebanon, already facing an economic crisis, could suffer extensive infrastructure damage and casualties from Israeli airstrikes.
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