Israel Hamas War

Israel Accuses UNRWA of Being 'Infiltrated' by Hamas Influence
Anurima Das -
According to the statement from the Israel Prime Minister's Office, Israel informed the UN and funding countries that 12 UNRWA staff members were directly involved in the October 7 attack, where Hamas militants entered Israel, resulting in casualties and hostages.
Netanyahu Affirms IDF Presence in Gaza, Emphasizes Strategic Approach to Hostage Negotiations
Siddhant Kumar -
Addressing the ongoing mediation efforts by Qatar, Egypt, and the US for the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas, Netanyahu acknowledged progress in the negotiations. However, he clarified that Israel would not agree to a complete cessation of hostilities, stating, "We are working on another outline for the release of hostages, and that won’t be at any cost."
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Agreement Expected Within the Next Week
Ashlin Rajan -
Hamas has consistently insisted on a complete withdrawal of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) for the next ceasefire, a condition that Israel has adamantly rejected.
Israel Defense Forces raided the office of Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar in Khan Younis
Ashlin Rajan -
The IDF's 98th Division carried out the operation, targeting Sinwar, who is currently one of the most wanted figures within the Hamas leadership. Israel's Defense Minister, Yoav Gallant, had previously declared the intention to locate Sinwar's hideout and eliminate him.
UN's Palestine Relief Agency in Jeopardy Following Allegations of Staff Involvement in Terror Attack
Ashlin Rajan -
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed shock over the allegations, and the UN has immediately terminated nine employees involved, with investigations ongoing.
Peace talks constructive: Israel PMO
Ashlin Rajan -
The meeting, believed to have occurred in Paris, included participants such as CIA Director William Burns, Mossad intelligence agency head David Barnea, Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, and Egyptian intelligence chief Abbas Kamel.
Israeli army kills over 350 in Gaza's Khan Younis during past 48 hrs, says Hamas
Ashlin Rajan -
Adding to the dire situation, Nasser Hospital is grappling with an overflow of medical waste, a consequence of the Israeli army's blockade, as stated by the Hamas-run Health Ministry.
UNRWA Forced to Halt All Gaza Activities in Coming Weeks Due to Funding Suspension
Ashlin Rajan -
The funding suspension comes after the United States, Canada, Britain, Germany, Australia, Finland, and the Netherlands decided to pause financial support to UNRWA.
US Media Views ICJ Verdict on Israel as Symbolically Significant, Though Not Legally Enforceable
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According to a Sunday edition of USA TODAY, the ruling, while not immediately altering conditions on the ground, holds symbolic value. Palestinian Minister of Foreign Affairs Riyadh Maliki hailed it as a decision in "favour of humanity and international law."
Netanyahu Urges Qatar to Increase Pressure on Hamas for the Release of Hostages
Anurima Das -
Netanyahu urged Qatar to substantiate its role as a mediator by applying pressure on Hamas to facilitate the return of the hostages. Qatar has played a crucial role as the primary mediator in indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas, focusing on resolving the ongoing conflict and securing the release of more than 100 hostages held by Hamas and other militant groups in Gaza.
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