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Heavy battles in Gaza City on eve of new truce talks
Amid ongoing conflict, Israeli forces intensify operations in Gaza City, displacing thousands and prompting humanitarian concerns. The offensive, extending into its tenth month, has escalated tensions, with Hamas accusing Israeli leaders of obstructing potential truce talks. Meanwhile, international efforts, including CIA and Mossad officials' visits to Qatar, aim to negotiate a hostage-prisoner exchange. The situation remains volatile, with both sides continuing military engagements amidst calls for humanitarian intervention.
Israeli forces push deeper into Gaza City as Hamas warns that escalation threatens cease-fire talks
Israeli forces advanced further into Gaza City in pursuit of militants, causing thousands of Palestinians to flee as the conflict intensifies. The ongoing violence threatens to derail negotiations for a cease-fire and hostage release. Both sides are attempting to reach an agreement, but obstacles remain, including disagreements over the level of destruction caused by Israel's offensive.
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.
Hamas accepts US proposal on talks over Israeli hostages, Hamas source says
Hamas has agreed to engage in talks with the U.S. to release Israeli hostages, including soldiers and men, as part of an agreement to end the Gaza war. The group has dropped a demand for a permanent ceasefire prior to negotiations. Efforts to secure a ceasefire and hostage release have intensified, with active diplomacy among Washington, Israel, and Qatar. Israeli forces have increased military strikes in Gaza, resulting in casualties.
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Hamas says it's waiting for Israeli response on ceasefire proposal
The three-phase plan for the Palestinian enclave was put forward at the end of May by U.S. President Joe Biden and is being mediated by Qatar and Egypt. It aims to end the war and free around 120 Israeli hostages being held by Hamas. Another Palestinian official, with knowledge of the ceasefire deliberations, said Israel was in talks with the Qataris.
Rafah is a dusty, rubble-strewn ghost town 2 months after Israel invaded to root out Hamas
Following Israel's incursion, Rafah in Gaza lies in ruins, with most civilians evacuated. Hamas forces nearly defeated, but humanitarian crisis deepens with aid delivery stalled. Hospitals facing fuel shortages as combat continues. International media witnesses devastation in the war-torn city.
Deadly strikes hit Gaza as war enters tenth month
The Israeli military said its aircraft had targeted "terrorists" operating around the Al-Jawni school. The military earlier said it had conducted operations across much of the Gaza Strip, including Shujaiya in the north, Deir al-Balah and Rafah in the south.
Israeli strikes kill 16 at school housing displaced Gazans, health officials say
In its daily update of people killed in the nearly nine-month-old war, the Gaza health ministry said Israeli military strikes across the enclave killed at least 29 Palestinians in the past 24 hours and wounded 100 others. Among those killed in separate air strikes were five local journalists, raising the toll of journalists killed since Oct. 7 to 158, according to the Hamas-led Gaza government media office.
Deadly strikes in Gaza as Israel commits to talks
Israel's deadly airstrikes in Gaza lead to combat with Hamas and clashes with Hezbollah. Diplomatic efforts ongoing with no truce in sight. US involvement in talks. Escalating tensions raise fears of major conflict between Israel and Lebanon.
Iran warns Israel of 'obliterating' war if Lebanon attacked
The comment from Iran's mission to New York comes with fears of a wider regional war involving Israel and Lebanon's Iran-backed Hezbollah movement. The two sides have engaged in near-daily exchanges of fire since the war in Gaza began.
Indian-origin activist among three women charged for staging protest in Palestinian's support in Singapore
Three Singaporean women, including an Indian-origin activist, were charged for organising a procession supporting the Palestinian cause without a permit. Annamalai Kokila Parvathi, Siti Amirah Mohamed Asrori, and Mossammad Sobikun Nahar were accused under the Public Order Act for assembling near the Istana. Annamalai allegedly abetted the offense. They were offered bail and their cases scheduled for further mention in court.
Israeli strikes kill at least 42 in Gaza, enclave's government media office says
42 people killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza City by Hamas. Strikes in Al-Shati and Al-Tuffah. IDF targets Hamas military infrastructure. Gaza left in ruins with over 37,400 casualties. Israeli forces focused on Rafah and Deir al-Balah. Tank shell hits displaced families' tent in Mawasi.
Who are the four Israeli hostages freed from Gaza?
The Israeli military successfully rescued four hostages from Gaza, who had been captured by Hamas Palestinian militants during an attack on the Supernova music festival in southern Israel on October 7. The captives were identified as Noa Argamani, Almog Meir Jan, Andrey Kozlov, and Shlomi Ziv, each with their own harrowing experiences during their captivity.
Palestinian casualties in Israeli hostage rescue raid cross 270
Israeli forces continue to target central Gaza after a deadly hostage rescue raid. The Gaza health ministry reported 274 Palestinians killed, including women and children, by Israeli special forces during the operation to rescue hostages held by Hamas militants.
Hamas says 210 killed in Gaza camp where hostages rescued
Hamas's government media office reported that at least 210 people were killed in Israeli attacks on a Gaza refugee camp where four hostages were rescued. The Israeli army carried out the rescue operation in Nuseirat. The hostages were identified as Noa Argamani, Almog Meir Jan, Andrey Kozlov, and Shlomi Ziv. Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh vowed to continue fighting against the "criminal enemy," urging international aid for the overwhelmed Al-Aqsa Martyrs' hospital.
Gaza hospital reports 37 dead in strike on UN school Israel says used by Hamas
A UN-run school in central Gaza was bombed by Israel, killing at least 37 people. US, Qatari, and Egyptian mediators are working on securing a truce and hostage release deal after Hamas's attack on Israel on October 7.
Israel's military says it targeted 'Hamas compound' in a school. Hamas-linked media says 39 killed
Israel's military targeted a 'Hamas compound' in a school in the Gaza Strip, killing at least 39 people. The school was run by UNRWA, a UN agency providing aid to Palestinians.
Former Meta engineer sues company saying he was fired over handling of Gaza content
A former Meta engineer sued the company for bias in handling Gaza-related content, alleging wrongful termination. Meta faced criticism for suppressing Palestinian support amid the Gaza conflict.
Israeli airstrikes near city of Aleppo kills several people, Syrian state media say
Syria and Israel have been at war since Israel's founding in 1948. Syria's President Bashar Assad has been backed by Iran in his country's yearslong war, and Israeli strikes previously have targeted Iranian positions and equipment. The strikes also come while Israel is fighting Hamas in the Gaza Strip. Israel separately has been striking targets in Lebanon as well as Hezbollah continues its cross-border fire into the country.
Israel battles Hamas as mediators urge both to accept Gaza truce plan
Palestinian militant group Hamas, meanwhile, has said it "views positively" what Biden described as an Israeli proposal. Netanyahu, a hawkish political veteran leading a fragile right-wing coalition government, is under intense domestic pressure from two sides.
Israel pummels Gaza as troops push into central Rafah
Israeli forces conducted air raids on targets in the Gaza Strip, particularly in the southern city of Rafah. The military operation in Rafah led to international concerns about civilian safety, with reports of casualties and destruction in multiple locations. Efforts towards a ceasefire have been stalled as both sides continue to exchange fire. The rising casualties promped calls for humanitarian aid and diplomatic intervention.
'All Eyes on Rafah': Tagline goes viral on social media amid Israel-Hamas War
An AI image is doing the rounds on social media that shows multiple refugee tent camps on a barren land. Millions of users have shared the image across the globe to highlight the plight of Palestinians amid the Israel-Hamas War.
Mumbai's Somaiya School sacks principal Praveen Shaikh for liking pro-Palestine tweets
The management of a Mumbai school, Somaiya School terminated Principal Parveen Shaikh, citing concerns about her personal social media aligning with the school's values. Shaikh, associated with the school for 12 years and principal for seven, called the decision "illegal" and "politically motivated." The school emphasized the importance of responsible expression and maintaining a diverse, inclusive environment. Shaikh expressed shock over her termination and hinted at legal action, highlighting the challenges of personal social media use for public figures like school principals.
Columbia University begins suspending Israel-Hamas war protesters after ultimatum to disband camp
At Columbia, student activists defied a 2 p.m. deadline to leave an encampment of around 120 tents on the school's Manhattan campus. Instead, hundreds of protesters marched around the quad, clapping, chanting and weaving around piles of temporary flooring and green carpeting meant for graduation ceremonies that are supposed to begin next week.
Hezbollah, state media say Israeli drone strike hits east Lebanon
In eastern Lebanon, one person was wounded in an Israeli drone attack following increased cross-border fire between Hezbollah and Israel. The strike targeted a truck carrying fuel for Hezbollah in the village of Duris, southwest of Baalbek. Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant mentioned "offensive action" in southern Lebanon. The exchange of fire, intensified since the Gaza war, has raised concerns of a larger conflict between Hezbollah and Israel. The area has been a focal point for clashes, with both sides sustaining casualties and causing displacements.
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