Published on May 7, 2024 at 12:42 AM (IST) After months of suspense, the Palestinian organization Hamas made a major announcement on May 6. The Gaza-based group said it had accepted the ceasefire offer. Hamas leader Haniyeh delivered the message to Qatar’s prime minister and Egypt’s spy chief. But Israel maintained a stoic silence. Watch … Read more
Three Israeli soldiers were killed in a rocket attack claimed by the Hamas armed wing near the southern Gaza Strip city of Rafah, Palestinian health officials said, adding that Israeli artillery fire killed at least 19 people on Sunday. Israel has vowed to enter the southern Gaza city and clear it of Hamas forces, but … Read more
Published on April 30, 2024 at 04:38 pm UTC The Israeli military has reportedly finalized plans for a much-hyped ground invasion of the city of Gazarafa. However, some soldiers refused to take part in the planned operation. According to Channel 12, about 30 reserve paratroopers refused a call to prepare for Operation Rafah. Soldiers are … Read more
U.S. President Joe Biden spoke again to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the White House said on Sunday, as Israel and Hamas face growing pressure to reach a deal to release some Israeli hostages, and a ceasefire that lasted nearly seven months. Gaza war. U.S. President Joe Biden (left) meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin … Read more
Posted on April 28, 2024 at 8:52 pm (IST) Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas appealed to the United States, saying only the United States could prevent Israel from attacking the Gaza border city of Rafah, adding that he expected an attack within days could force most Palestinians to flee the enclave. Israel has been threatening a … Read more
Published on February 29, 2024 at 09:29 AM IST Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert has warned the Israel Defense Forces against launching an operation against the besieged city of Rafah. Olmert said that if Israel sends troops to Rafah, it will face dire consequences. Olmert pointed out that the international community is exerting increasing … Read more
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that a military operation against Gazalafah, where 1.4 million Palestinians have taken refuge in the tent city, would give Israel a “total victory” over Hamas within weeks. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (Reuters) Gaza ceasefire talks have resumed in Doha, Egypt’s state media reported, but Netanyahu said … Read more
Updated on February 20, 2024 at 12:39 PM (US Standard Time) According to reports, the United States appears to be changing its position on the ceasefire in Gaza amid the fierce war. Washington reportedly proposed a UN resolution calling for a temporary ceasefire. Reuters reported the development, citing U.S. government officials. The U.S. draft resolution … Read more
Published on February 16, 2024 at 09:51 AM IST Palestinian group Hamas claims to have “punished” Israel for the attack on Rafah. Hamas says its militants have inflicted heavy losses on the Israel Defense Forces in southern Gaza. The IDF has also admitted to suffering casualties in its battle with Hamas. IDF Staff Sgt. Rotem … Read more
Posted on February 14, 2024 09:43 PM (IST) As Rafah prepares for a potential Israeli ground offensive, the United Nations has issued a stern warning to Israel, saying an offensive could lead to “massacre” in Gaza. The United Nations has expressed serious concern about the potentially catastrophic loss of life in Gaza’s southernmost city. Watch … Read more