Israel strikes Gaza’s North and South amid repeated truce violations
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Israeli drone strike kills two in Gaza as Hamas returns body of captive
Gaza: At least two Palestinians were killed in an Israeli drone strike near Khan Younis on Monday, according to medical officials at Nasser Hospital, as tensions persist despite a declared ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. The latest attack came as Hamas handed over the remains of another Israeli captive, part of an ongoing process to … Read more
At mass burial in Gaza, Palestinians mourn the unknown dead
Gaza: Under a gray sky on Wednesday, dozens of Palestinians gathered in silence as the bodies of 54 unidentified people were lowered into the sandy soil of Deir al-Balah. The remains, handed over by Israeli authorities, were buried side by side in a mass grave part of an ongoing exchange of bodies between Israel and … Read more
Israel must cooperate with UN to deliver aid to Gaza, Says ICJ
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has said that Israel must allow the United Nations and other aid agencies to deliver humanitarian assistance to Gaza. The court ruled that helping the people of Gaza is Israel’s responsibility under international law. The ICJ confirmed its authority to give an advisory opinion on the matter and stated … Read more
More Palestinians killed in Gaza as U.S. delegation visits Israel for high-level talks
Gaza: Israeli airstrikes continued across the Gaza Strip on Wednesday, despite an official ceasefire announced on October 10. According to health authorities in Gaza, the bodies of 57 Palestinians were brought to hospitals in the last 24 hours, underscoring the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the besieged enclave. The death toll from Israel’s offensive, which began … Read more
Ceasefire resumes in Gaza after deadly Israeli airstrikes kill 26
JERUSALEM/CAIRO: A fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has resumed following a deadly escalation over the weekend that killed at least 26 Palestinians in Gaza, according to local health authorities. The violence was sparked by a Hamas-led attack that killed two Israeli soldiers, prompting retaliatory Israeli airstrikes described as the most intense since the truce … Read more
Hamas returns bodies of two more captives, says Israel violating ceasefire
Hamas has turned over the remains of two more deceased Israeli captives from Gaza, the office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced, as the Palestinian group accused Israel of continuing to commit ceasefire violations. “Israel has received, via the Red Cross, the bodies of two hostages”, which were returned to Israeli security forces … Read more
Israel intensifies attacks on Gaza, keeps Rafah crossing closed amid ceasefire violations
Gaza City / Tel Aviv: The Israeli military has continued its deadly campaign in Gaza, with at least 47 reported ceasefire violations since the latest truce began earlier this month, according to Palestinian officials. These breaches have resulted in the deaths of 38 people and injuries to at least 143 others. Despite ongoing calls for … Read more
Israel, Hamas trade blame over truce violations amid delay in return of dead hostages
CAIRO/TEL AVIV: Israel said on Thursday it was preparing for the reopening of Gaza’s Rafah crossing with Egypt to let Palestinians in and out, but set no date as it traded blame with Hamas over violations of a U.S.-mediated ceasefire. A dispute over the return of hostages’ bodies held by Hamas threatens to derail the … Read more
Italy sends Israel out of the tournament
Italy secured a decisive 3-0 victory over Israel to move forward in the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifying campaign. However, the match was overshadowed by significant political turmoil outside the stadium. Thousands of demonstrators gathered in Italy to protest Israel’s treatment of Palestinians, transforming the area around the venue into a hotspot of intense demonstrations. … Read more
Hamas returns bodies of four more hostages as Israel limits aid to Gaza
Gaza: Hamas has handed over the bodies of four more Israeli hostages to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), bringing the total number of deceased captives released to eight. Israel has responded by limiting humanitarian aid into Gaza, citing delays in the return of all deceased hostages. The transfer comes amid heightened tensions, … Read more
Israel and Hamas agree on ‘first phase’ of Gaza ceasefire, says Trump
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Hamas have agreed on the “first phase” of a ceasefire deal aimed at halting the devastating war in Gaza. Trump made the announcement via social media, describing the agreement as a “major breakthrough” and praising the efforts of international mediators. “Israel and Hamas have both agreed to … Read more
Second round of Gaza peace talks: Hamas demands guarantee to end war
The second round of indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas has concluded in the Egyptian city of Sharm El-Sheikh. Talks focused on the schedule for prisoner releases and mechanisms for the withdrawal of Israeli forces. Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani and U.S. representatives will join the talks today. U.S. envoy for … Read more
Israel lost 1,152 Soldiers in Gaza War over two years, Says report
The Israeli Defence Ministry has released new figures marking two years since the start of the Gaza war, revealing that 1,152 Israeli soldiers have been killed since October 7. According to the report, about 42% of those killed were under the age of 21, showing how deeply the conflict has affected Israel’s young population. The … Read more
Over 1,000 Israeli soldiers killed in Gaza war, Israel admits
Tel Aviv: The Israeli Ministry of Defense has officially confirmed that more than 1,000 Israeli soldiers have been killed in the ongoing war in Gaza, marking one of the deadliest military campaigns in the country’s history. According to the figures released nearly two years after the conflict began, a total of 1,152 Israeli military and … Read more
Israel prepares to implement ‘First Stage’ of Trump’s Gaza peace plan
Jerusalem: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced Saturday that Israel is preparing to implement the “first stage” of U.S. President Donald Trump’s new plan to end the war in Gaza, signaling a potential shift toward de-escalation in the nearly two-year conflict. A statement from the Prime Minister’s Office said Israel will act “in full cooperation … Read more
Hamas agrees of Trump’s Gaza ceasefire plan, seeks further talks
Hamas has announced conditional support for significant parts of U.S. President Donald Trump’s 20-point ceasefire proposal aimed at ending the nearly two-year-long war in Gaza, but is calling for further negotiations on several points. According to a source speaking to Al Jazeera, Hamas delivered its formal response to the U.S. administration on Friday, just ahead … Read more
Israel seizes “Gaza Sumud Flotilla Aid”, 450 activists detained
The Israeli navy carried out a large operation against the global “Sumud Flotilla” heading to Gaza, stopping 42 boats and arresting more than 450 activists on board. According to the flotilla organizers, those detained include former Pakistani senator Mushtaq Ahmed, Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg, and Nkosi Mandela, the grandson of Nelson Mandela. Israeli forces … Read more