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Israel Expands Military Operations in Gaza as Ceasefire Collapses

Following the collapse of the ceasefire in Gaza, Israel has intensified its military operations in the territory, potentially setting the stage for significant changes in the region. According to the Palestinian health ministry in Gaza, Israeli airstrikes have killed over 700 people in just over a week since the two-month ceasefire with Hamas ended. Meanwhile, statements from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government about seizing parts of Gaza have raised concerns among regional observers about further escalation in the 18-month conflict. The renewed offensive began after Hamas rejected a proposal from White House envoy Steve Witkoff to extend the first phase of the truce deal instead of proceeding to phase two negotiations as previously agreed. In a Fox News interview Sunday, Witkoff attributed the ceasefire breakdown to Hamas' refusal to accept the extension, while Hamas blamed Israel for declining to […]

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Israel Implements Historic Ban on UN Palestinian Aid Agency

Israel has implemented a ban on the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA) that affects operations in Gaza, the West Bank, and East Jerusalem. The ban comes amid ongoing tensions and humanitarian challenges in the region. UNRWA, established in 1949, currently serves 5.9 million Palestinian refugees and their descendants across multiple territories, providing humanitarian aid, education, and health services. The organization employs over 17,000 staff members, primarily Palestinian refugees, alongside international personnel. The Israeli government's decision stems from claims that Hamas members have infiltrated UNRWA and that the organization's facilities have been misused. Israeli forces report finding Hamas-built tunnels under UNRWA schools and weapons in their facilities. Israel also alleges that some UNRWA staff members were involved in the October 7, 2023, attack. UNRWA Director-General Philippe Lazzarini contests these claims, stating that the organization maintains neutrality […]

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Palestinians Return to Devastated Gaza City as Peace Talks Progress

Hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians have begun returning to Gaza City, encountering widespread destruction after 15 months of conflict. The city's infrastructure lies in ruins, with residents searching for shelter among damaged buildings and attempting to locate separated family members during the return journey. Many returnees traveled more than 20 kilometers on foot along the coastal highway, carrying their remaining possessions. Hamas authorities reported that over 300,000 people—approximately half of those displaced from northern Gaza—have now returned to Gaza City and its northern areas. The return coincides with ongoing ceasefire negotiations. Under current agreements, Hamas is scheduled to release three Israeli hostages on Thursday and three more on Saturday. In exchange, Israel will free Palestinian prisoners, with some accepting relocation to countries including Qatar, Turkey, and Algeria. A Hamas delegation led by Mohammad Darwish has arrived in Cairo for […]

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Palestinians Return to Northern Gaza, Finding Widespread Destruction

Thousands of displaced Palestinians walked back to northern Gaza this week, discovering their homes and communities largely reduced to rubble following the recent ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. At the Jabalia refugee camp, 32-year-old Asma Qaoud observed the extensive damage. "Everything has been devastated—our homes and our hearts," she said while sitting near a collapsed building. Upon returning, she learned of her brother's death and noted her husband remains in Israeli custody. The ceasefire, which began Sunday, halted Israel's 15-month military operation in Gaza. The truce has facilitated both the release of Hamas-held hostages and Palestinians in Israeli custody. According to UN data, approximately 1.9 million people—90% of Gaza's population—were displaced during the conflict, with an estimated 60% of the region's infrastructure destroyed. The Gaza Civil Defense reported recovering 66 bodies from the rubble on Monday. Local health officials […]

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Families Wait in Agony as Gaza Ceasefire Deal Stalls Last Minute

The planned ceasefire between Israel and Hamas faced an unexpected delay on Sunday morning in Gaza as negotiations stalled over the list of hostages to be released. The pause in fighting was originally scheduled to begin at 8:30 a.m. local time. Israeli Defense Forces spokesman Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari announced that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had directed the ceasefire would not take effect until Hamas provided the required hostage information. Hamas responded by stating their continued commitment to the agreement, attributing the delay to "technical reasons in the field." The proposed exchange agreement includes the release of 33 hostages from Gaza in return for 1,904 Palestinian prisoners and detainees. The initial phase would see three female hostages freed on Sunday, with each civilian hostage's release triggering the release of 30 Palestinian prisoners, or 50 if the hostage is a military […]

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Hope Emerges as Gaza Ceasefire Agreement Nears Completion

Palestinians and Israelis voiced cautious hope regarding reports of an imminent ceasefire agreement in Gaza and the potential release of remaining hostages after over a year of conflict. In Gaza City, 17-year-old Sanabel expressed both optimism and anxiety. Speaking from her partially damaged home, she described plans to reunite with displaced friends while noting her fears about continued bombing in her area. "I don't want a temporary ceasefire - I want peace for the rest of our lives," she stated. Asmaa Tayeh, sheltering in western Gaza City's al-Nasr neighborhood, described the widespread anticipation among residents. Originally from Jabalia refugee camp, her family has faced multiple evacuations during the conflict. On the Israeli side, Sharon Lifshitz, whose 84-year-old father remains in captivity, shared mixed emotions about the potential deal. "Each hostage is a whole world," she noted, acknowledging that some families […]

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Israel Confirms Detention of Gaza Hospital Director After Initial Denial

Israeli authorities have acknowledged holding Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, the director of Kamal Adwan Hospital, following earlier statements to an NGO claiming no knowledge of his detention. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed he is undergoing investigation by security forces and alleged his involvement with Hamas, claiming he held a position within the organization. Dr. Abu Safiya's arrest occurred during the IDF's evacuation of Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza. The military ordered the facility's evacuation last Friday, giving staff and patients approximately 15 minutes to gather in the courtyard. The IDF claims the hospital served as a Hamas operations center. Before the confirmation, Physicians for Human Rights Israel (PHRI) submitted a petition to Israel's High Court of Justice requesting disclosure of Dr. Abu Safiya's whereabouts. The court has given the IDF one week to respond. Family members believe he […]

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50 Dead as Last Major Medical Facility in North Gaza Falls – Medical Staff Detained!

Israeli forces evacuated the Kamal Adwan Hospital, the last major functioning medical facility in northern Gaza, following reported strikes in the area that allegedly killed approximately 50 people, including medical staff. According to Gaza health officials, the hospital's director, Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, and other medical personnel were detained during the evacuation on Friday. Before his detention, Dr. Abu Safiya reported that Israeli airstrikes near the hospital had resulted in multiple casualties, including five medical staff members. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) stated it was conducting an operation in the area, claiming the hospital was a "Hamas terrorist stronghold." The military said it had "facilitated the secure evacuation of civilians, patients, and medical personnel" before beginning their operation. Eid Sabbah, the hospital's nursing department head, told the BBC that the military gave them approximately 15 minutes to move patients and […]

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Military Investigation Shows How Six Hostages Met Their Tragic End in Gaza

An Israeli military investigation has determined that their ground operations in Rafah likely influenced Hamas's decision to kill six hostages. The military report states that while their advance was "gradual and cautious," it had a "circumstantial influence" on the hostages' deaths. The investigation revealed that Israeli forces were unaware of the hostages' presence when they began operations in the area. The bodies were later discovered in an underground shaft in Rafah's Tal al-Sultan neighborhood, with military officials indicating the hostages were killed shortly before troops reached their location. The military's chief of staff characterized the incident as "a painful and tragic event" resulting in "the brutal murder of six hostages by Hamas." In response, The Hostages and Missing Families Forum stated that the investigation reinforces the need for a negotiated settlement to secure the return of all captives. The incident […]

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Major Rights Group Drops Bombshell Report on Gaza Water Crisis

Human Rights Watch (HRW) released a 179-page report claiming Israel has committed "acts of genocide" in Gaza by restricting civilians' access to water. The report alleges deliberate damage to water infrastructure and intentional obstruction of water access since October 2023. The report details damage to solar panels powering treatment plants, a reservoir, and a spare parts warehouse. HRW claims Israel blocked fuel supplies for generators, cut electricity, attacked repair workers, and prevented repair materials from entering Gaza. Based on interviews with Gaza Palestinians, including water authority officials and healthcare workers, plus satellite imagery and data from October 2023 to September 2024, HRW executive director Tirana Hassan characterized these actions as "a calculated policy of deprivation" amounting to "extermination" and "an act of genocide." Israeli foreign ministry spokesman Oren Marmorstein rejected these allegations on social media, stating Israel has maintained "continuous […]

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