ISRAELI FORCES SHELLED TENT CAMPS
Israeli airstrikes kill at least 24 in Gaza City, health officials say
Israeli tanks also pressed deeper overnight into western areas of Rafah in the enclave's south, blowing up homes, residents said.Two of the Israeli airstrikes hit two schools in Gaza City, killing at least 14 people, medics said. Another strike on a house in the Shati (Beach) camp, one of the Gaza Strip's eight historic refugee camps, killed 10 others.
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.
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 said
Relatives of people killed on Friday when Israeli forces shelled tent camps for displaced Palestinians in the southern Gaza Strip collected their remains from a hospital in Khan Younis. At least 25 people were killed and another 50 wounded in the shell...
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.
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.
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Despite mediators' push, Israel PM not relenting on Gaza truce
Netanyahu is under pressure from two sides. Protesters supporting the hostages, who rallied again in their tens of thousands in Tel Aviv on Saturday, are urging him to strike a truce deal - but right-wing extremist allies are threatening to bring down his fragile coalition government if he does.
Israel confirms its forces are in central Rafah in expanding offensive in the southern Gaza city
The Israeli military confirmed its forces are operating in central Rafah as part of their ongoing offensive in southern Gaza. Since the ground assault began on May 6, around 1 million Palestinians have fled the city, disrupting U.N. humanitarian operations. Despite U.S. President Joe Biden's caution against a full invasion, Israel's forces have advanced into most parts of Rafah, uncovering Hamas rocket launchers and tunnels. Many Palestinians now live in squalid camps, with around 300,000 remaining in the area amid continued clashes and shelling.
'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.
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.
Tank raid on evacuation zone off Rafah kills 21; Israel denies role
Two days after an Israeli airstrike on another camp stirred global condemnation, Gaza emergency services said that four tank shells hit a cluster of tents in Al-Mawasi, a coastal area that Israel had advised civilians in Rafah to move to for safety. At least 12 of the dead were women, as per medical officials in the Hamas militant-run Palestinian enclave.
Israeli tanks advance into Rafah's centre despite global outcry
Israeli tanks advance to Rafah city centre, continuing the ground offensive in southern Gaza against Hamas militants, causing civilian casualties and global condemnation.
Benjamin Netanyahu says deadly Israeli strike in Rafah was the result of a 'tragic mishap'
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged a 'tragic mishap' in an Israeli strike in Gaza that killed at least 45 people. The Gaza Health Ministry reported the casualties, adding to international criticism over civilian deaths in Israel's war with Hamas.
Netanyahu calls Israeli strike on Rafah 'tragic mistake', says 'we are investigating case'
In his address at the Israeli Knesset on Monday, Netanyahu said, "Despite our best effort, not to harm those not involved, unfortunately a tragic mistake happened last night. We are investigating the case."
UN chief Antonio Guterres condemns Israeli strike in Rafah, says 'horror must stop'
UN Secretary-General and High Commissioner for Human Rights condemn Israeli strike in Rafah. 45 killed in Gaza camp. IDF targeted Hamas officials. Netanyahu acknowledges 'tragic mistake.' Paramedics, firefighters respond in safe zones. Sirens in Tel Aviv.
Israeli attack on Rafah tent camp kills 45, prompts global outcry
In a devastating Israeli airstrike on a tent camp in Gaza's Rafah city, 45 people were killed. The attack attracted global outrage as leaders called for the implementation of a World Court ruling to halt Israel's assault. The strike set tents ablaze and left families mourning their dead. The attack, targeting Hamas militants, drew criticism for civilian casualties and defiance of international calls for a ceasefire.
Israeli forces raze parts of Gaza's Jabalia, hit Rafah with airstrikes
Israeli forces intensified their operations in Gaza, targeting Jabalia in the north and Rafah in the south. Strikes hit hospitals and residential areas, leading to significant destruction and civilian casualties. The conflict, ongoing for eight months, has caused over 35,000 Palestinian deaths and widespread displacement. Aid distribution faces severe disruptions, raising famine risks. Israel aims to dismantle Hamas, which controls Gaza. The humanitarian crisis worsens as northern Gaza's last functioning hospitals face critical challenges amid relentless military actions.
Israel pushes further into parts of north Gaza; new cracks in Netanyahu coalition
Israeli troops entered Gaza Strip, Rafah, clashing with Hamas. Benny Gantz threatened to resign if PM Netanyahu doesn't agree to a post-war plan by June 8, alarming Cairo. Netanyahu faces criticism for lack of endgame strategy.
Dozens killed and wounded as Israeli forces thrust deeper in Gaza's Jabalia and Rafah
Israeli troops and tanks advanced into the northern Gaza Strip, killing and wounding dozens of Palestinians, according to medics and residents. In Rafah, near the Egyptian border, Israel continued its ground offensive against Hamas, displacing many and causing widespread casualties. Israel's military targeted terrorist infrastructure, while Palestinian fighters retaliated with rockets and explosives. The ongoing conflict has resulted in significant losses on both sides, with over 35,000 Palestinians and 281 Israeli soldiers reported dead. Rafah, sheltering over a million displaced Gazans, remains heavily bombarded amidst the prolonged conflict.
Palestinians mark 76 years of dispossession as a potentially even larger catastrophe unfolds in Gaza
Palestinians commemorate the 76th year since their mass expulsion, known as the "Nakba," while facing a dire crisis in Gaza. The ongoing conflict, sparked by Hamas' attack, has resulted in mass evacuations, devastating casualties, and fears of a catastrophic repeat of history. The international community is alarmed as Palestinians struggle for survival amidst destruction and displacement, raising concerns about their future and the prospects for peace.
As Israel pushes deeper into Rafah, Hamas regroups elsewhere in ungoverned Gaza
Israeli forces battle Palestinian militants in Gaza, risking Egypt peace treaty. Heavy bombardment reported in Jabaliya and Zeitoun. Civilians flee to Khan Younis and Mawasi. Lack of a postwar governance plan in Gaza.
Police arrest dozens as they break up pro-Palestinian protests at several US universities
Pro-Palestinian protest encampments were dismantled at the University of Pennsylvania, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and the University of Arizona, leading to dozens of arrests. The protests demanded universities stop doing business with Israel or its supporters. At MIT, police arrested ten students after giving protesters 15 minutes to leave. The protests are part of a broader movement across the US and Europe, with students calling for an end to Israel's war against Hamas in Gaza. The UN has raised concerns about a "plausible risk of genocide" in Gaza, a charge Israel denies.
Heavy fighting in Gaza's Rafah keeps aid crossings closed and sends 110,000 civilians fleeing
The World Food Program will run out of food for distribution in southern Gaza by Saturday, said Georgios Petropoulos, an official with the U.N. Office for Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs in Rafah. Aid groups have said fuel will also be depleted soon, forcing hospitals to shut down critical operations and bringing to a halt trucks delivering aid across south and central Gaza.
Israel seizes Gaza's vital Rafah crossing, but the US says it isn't the full invasion many fear
The U.N. warned of a potential collapse of the flow of aid to Palestinians from the closure of Rafah and the other main crossing into Gaza, Kerem Shalom, at a time when officials say northern Gaza is experiencing "full-blown famine."
Israeli forces seize Rafah crossing in Gaza, threatening aid and putting cease-fire talks on edge
Israeli tank brigade seizes Gaza's Rafah crossing during intense cease-fire talks, impacting aid and escalating conflict. UN warns of collapse. Hospital evacuation and hostage release demands add complexity. Egypt's condemnation raises tensions.
Pro-Palestinian protesters break through barricades to retake MIT encampment
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators, initially barred by police from accessing an encampment at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology on Monday, breached the fencing. They then linked arms and surrounded the remaining tents. Meanwhile, Columbia University decided to cancel its university-wide commencement ceremony after weeks of pro-Palestinian protests.
Blinken heads to Mideast as Israel-Hamas war threatens famine
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's mission to secure a truce in the Israel-Hamas war amid rising concern over Gaza's famine threat and Palestinian casualties. Efforts focus on halting the conflict and releasing hostages.
Israeli forces rescue 2 hostages in dramatic Gaza raid that killed at least 67 Palestinians
Israeli forces rescue two hostages in a Gaza raid amid intense airstrikes, killing over 60 Palestinians. The operation, targeting a heavily guarded apartment in Rafah, briefly lifts Israeli spirits. Devastating airstrikes follow, hitting densely populated areas, leaving destruction and casualties. Over 28,000 Palestinians killed, 80% displaced, igniting a humanitarian crisis. Amid rifts in Israel over hostage retrieval, Prime Minister Netanyahu asserts military pressure for their release. U.S. warns against a ground operation in Rafah. Egypt threatens treaty suspension over potential invasion.
Egypt is threatening to void its decades-old peace treaty with Israel. What does that mean?
The historic peace treaty between Israel and Egypt, born from Camp David Accords, faces jeopardy as Israel eyes military action in Gaza. Egypt threatens to void the agreement if Israeli troops enter Rafah, fearing a humanitarian crisis and Hamas stronghold. Nullifying the treaty could disrupt regional stability, strain both countries' economies, and jeopardize US military aid to Egypt. The outcome hangs on delicate diplomatic negotiations to prevent further escalation and preserve decades of peace.
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