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Israel's Security Cabinet Convenes Today to Explore Ceasefire Option
The meeting will be held at the headquarters of the IDF in the Kirya neighborhood of Tel Aviv.
Netanyahu Rejects Withdrawal of Israeli Troops from Gaza-Egypt Border
The newest ceasefire proposal, backed by the United States, proffered by Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Monday, is reportedly to include the Israeli forces' withdrawal from the Philadelphi Corridor, a key border area between the Gaza Strip and Egypt- cited Israel's Kan TV.
Hamas Rejects Biden's Claims on Gaza Ceasefire as 'Misleading'
On its part, Hamas announced it felt "great astonishment and disapproval" over the remarks of Biden in a statement on Tuesday, insisting that they do not reflect the reality of its position. It said it remained focused on realizing a halt to all kinds of hostilities, adding that the statements by Biden mirrored American bias in favor of Israel. Hamas said this further emboldens Israel with a "renewed green light" to further escalate its acts of aggression against civilian populations as part of its attempts to eliminate and displace the Palestinian population.
Netanyahu Endorses U.S. Hostage Deal Proposal; Blinken Urges Hamas to Follow Suit
Quoting Netanyahu's Office on Monday, the Prime Minister reaffirmed Israel's commitment to the US proposal for hostage release, stressing that the plan answers his security concerns as firmly held by him.
Israel Intensifies Intelligence Efforts to Target Yahya Sinwar
Reports have indicated that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Defence Minister, Gallant, have sat with Mossad Chief David Barnea and Shin Bet Chief Ronan Bar amongst other officials to discuss the immediate need to remove Sinwar.
Iran Claims Hamas Leader Was Killed by Short-Range Missile
According to the third statement released by the IRGC on the death of Haniyeh on Saturday, the attack has been carried out with the launching of some sort of short-range projectile from outside the residence of guests. This projectile had almost a 7 kg heavy warhead that caused an intense explosion. The incident has been attributed to an Israeli assault in Tehran. Details have been given by the Sepah News, the official news agency of the IRGC.
Supreme Leader Khamenei Commands Retaliatory Strike on Israel Following Haniyeh's Deat
The order followed an emergency session Wednesday of Iran's Supreme National Security Council after the announcement of Haniyeh's death. Two of those officials are with the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps, The New York Times noted.
Iran's Supreme Leader Promises Retaliation for Hamas Leader's Assassination in Tehran
Khamenei said the ground had been laid for Israel to be punished "severely" over the act.
'Give us the tools, we will finish the job', Netanyahu to US Lawmakers
In a speech that drew hearty applause from Republicans, but none from Democrats, Netanyahu went out of his way to thank both parties. He expressed his gratitude to US President Joe Biden for his "strong support" and to former President Donald Trump for brokering the so-called Abraham Accords between Israel, the UAE, and Bahrain in 2020.
UN Reports Mass Displacement in Gaza After Latest Israeli Evacuation Orders
The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs reported on Tuesday that an evacuation order from Israeli authorities prompted further flight from parts of Khan Younis on Monday. This was combined with a surge in hostilities in the area, according to the Xinhua news agency.
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