UN chief:
'Resolution on Gaza ceasefire must be implemented'
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres calls for immediate implementation of UN Security Council resolution demanding a ceasefire in Gaza: Failure would be unforgivable.
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Blinken to Gallant:
'Alternatives exist to a ground invasion of Rafah'
US Secretary of State meets Defense Minister Gallant, reiterates US opposition to a major ground operation in Rafah.
300 terrorists arrested in Khan Yunis operation
Israeli forces have concluded a large-scale operation in the Hamad neighborhood of Khan Yunis.
Toys and a pink closet:
The room where Liri Albag and other hostages were held
Family of the abducted soldier revealed documentation from the room where she was held during the first days of captivity in Gaza. The IDF found blood stains in the room and DNA of other hostages.
Macron to Netanyahu:
'Transfer of people from Rafah would be a war crime'
French President speaks to Netanyahu, expresses his opposition to an Israeli operation in the Gazan city of Rafah.
IDF Spokesperson:
'Hamas hijacked the Shifa Hospital'
IDF Spokesperson Daniel Hagari provides update on the IDF's operation in Shifa Hospital: Hamas hijacked the Shifa Hospital and hides behind the sick and injured, waging war from inside Shifa Hospital.
'This is collective punishment'
AOC defends accusing Israel of genocide
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez claims the humanitarian crisis in Gaza has “crossed the threshold of intent.”
Jordan:
Police clash with protesters marching on Israeli embassy
Riot police fire teargas to push back hundreds of Jordanian demonstrators marching on the Israeli embassy in Amman in protest over Israel’s operation in Gaza.
Journalist and author on 10/7:
Claims Hamas was on way to TA, but was hit by surprise
Journalist and author, Ilan Kfir, describes the October 7th attack and reveals new information about Hamas' plans in his new book.
Israel considers distribution of guns to leaders in Gaza
Security sources claim that it will be impossible to form a governmental alternative to Hamas, without armed groups in Gaza that are not affiliated with Hamas.
Defense Min. takes off for US visit
Defense Min. takes off for official visit to the US, promises to focus on preserving Israel’s qualitative military edge, achieving common goals of victory over Hamas, returning hostages home.
IDF captures Gaza drone manufacturing facility
65 terrorist targets struck in northern Gaza, 480 Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists apprehended at Shifa Hospital as war continues.
UNSC to vote on resolution demanding ceasefire in Gaza
The resolution is backed by Russia and China. A vote is expected on Monday.
Former Shin Bet chief:
'Give them a state? That would be a disaster'
Former Shin Bet chief Yoram Cohen warns against a Palestinian state: We need to explain to the world that we are dealing with a population that behaves in barbaric and sadistic manners.
John Kirby:
'An Israeli operation in Rafah would be a disaster'
White House spokesperson John Kirby says US will share with Israeli officials alternatives for eliminating Hamas in Gaza without a ground offensive in Rafah.
'You are next':
Death threat sent to Israeli ambassador to Ireland
Authorities in Ireland investigating after a letter containing a death threat and a package of white powder were sent to the Israeli ambassador to Ireland.
After Israel visit:
Blinken again warns against Rafah operation
Secretary of State speaks to reporters after meeting Netanyahu: We share Israel’s goal of defeating Hamas, but a major military ground operation in Rafah is not the way to do it.
Rep. Tlaib charges:
'Israel is using starvation as a weapon of war'
Rep. Rashida Tlaib continues to level accusations at Israel amid the war against Hamas.
US official:
'Pier off Gaza should be ready by May 1'
Chief of Staff of the National Security Council says the US military is working hard to ensure pier that will facilitate transfer of aid to Gaza is ready by the target date.
US to submit draft UNSC resolution on Gaza
US says the new resolution will urge "an immediate ceasefire" in Gaza linked to the release of the hostages held by Hamas.
EU calls for 'immediate pause' in Gaza fighting
European Union’s 27 leaders urge Israel not to launch a major ground offensive in the city of Rafah.
RFK Jr.:
'Israel didn't choose this war'
Independent US presidential candidate offers staunch support for Israel: A ceasefire? I don't even know what that means right now.
Netanyahu to Republicans:
'Israel will continue its efforts to defeat Hamas'
Republican Senators who attended Netanyahu's address at their policy lunch say the PM stressed he is going to finish the job in Gaza.
CNN interviews 'godmother of settler movement'
CNN speaks to Nachala General Director Daniella Weiss about campaign to bring Jews back to Gaza in article accusing settler movement of seeking ethnic cleansing.
South African FM at it again:
'Israel setting precedent to defy ICJ'
South Africa’s Foreign Minister accuses Israel of defying ICJ interim ruling that it should take action to prevent acts of genocide as it fights Hamas in the Gaza Strip.
Jared Kushner:
'A Palestinian state is a super bad idea'
Former US President Donald Trump's son-in-law suggests that Gazans should be moved to the Negev in order to allow the IDF to complete its military campaign against Hamas.
Report:
Hamas police chief killed in Gaza
Nuseirat camp police chief reportedly killed in airstrike in Gaza.
Biden’s ‘Trojan Pier’ for Gaza
Nothing about the plan to build a floating pier off Gaza makes sense. The Biden administration is creating a gateway to Gaza that Israel isn’t supposed to control. Op-ed.
UNRWA chief claims:
'Israel blocked me from entering Gaza'
UNRWA head Philippe Lazzarini: I intended to go into Rafah today, but my entry was declined. Israel responds: Another attempt by UNRWA to blame Israel for their own mistakes.
Biden:
'Target Hamas without major operation in Rafah'
US President says he asked Netanyahu to send a team to Washington to discuss ways to target Hamas without a major ground operation in Rafah.
Video showing kidnapping of IDF soldier located
IDF finds video of the kidnapping of soldier Oz Daniel. Hamas edited the video so that it would appear that Daniel was kidnapped while he was still alive.
Trudeau to Gantz:
'Concerned over Israeli operation in Rafah'
Canadian Prime Minister speaks to Minister Benny Gantz, condemns Hamas but also shares his concern around Israel’s planned offensive in the Gaza city of Rafah.
Five Months Later:
'Rescue forces still searching for massacre victims
The effort to find and properly bury all those killed during the Hamas invasion is carrying on even months after the massacre.
Shifa Hospital: 'Focused, selective, precise'
The commander of the Shayetet 13 commandos details the operationin the Shifaa Hospital in Gaza.
20 terrorists eliminated at Shifa Hospital
IDF, Shin Bet carry out counter-terrorism operation at Gaza hospital, seize terrorist funds, and arrest dozens of terrorists.
Biden to Irish PM:
'Two-state solution the only path to lasting peace'
US President Joe Biden hosts Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar, calls for increase in the scope of humanitarian aid to Gaza and for a hostage release deal.
Nighttime operation in Gaza:
IDF operating in Shifa Hospital
IDF troops launch precise operation in the area of the Shifa Hospital based on intelligence information indicating the use of the hospital by senior Hamas terrorists.
Hamas fears:
Israel will use Issa's body as a bargaining chip
Palestinian Arab sources say that Hamas realized that the bodies of Marwan Issa and another military leader are buried under a tunnel in Nuseirat.
The 3rd solution for Gaza is the one that can work
Read on to find out what the three suggested solutions for the day after the war are - and why the only one that can work is the third. Opinion.
18 terrorists in Gaza eliminated from air, land
Over the past day approximately 18 terrorists were killed by sniper, shell, and aerial fire. During one of the strikes, IDF troops identified and directed an air strike against four terrorists operating adjacent to the forces.
Blinken, Bahrain Crown Prince discuss hostage deal
US Secretary of State meets Bahraini Crown Prince in Manama to discuss potential ceasefire-hostage release deal between Israel and Hamas.
Cleared for publication:
Soldier seriously injured in battle in central Gaza
A soldier from Battalion 601 was seriously injured on Friday in a battle in the central Gaza Strip. The soldier was taken to hospital for medical treatment.
Blinken:
'We have yet to see Israel's plan for Rafah'
US Secretary of State Antony says Israeli plan needs to ensure civilians in Rafah are appropriately cared for once they are out of harm's way.
115 tons of food and water:
Ship transporting humanitarian aid arrives in Gaza
IDF accompanies ship transporting humanitarian aid from the World Central Kitchen (WCK) organization which arrived in the maritime space of the Gaza Strip.
Watch:
Terrorists open fire on Gazans waiting for aid
IDF releases exclusive footage of Palestinian Arab terrorists opening fire on Gazan civilians in South Zeytun in the Strip, an incident which Hamas blamed on Israel.
US finalizes draft UN resolution on Gaza war
The draft supports international diplomatic efforts to establish Gaza ceasefire as part of a deal that releases the hostages.
Palestinian Arabs claim:
'IDF fired on Gazans waiting for humanitarian aid'
Gazan “ministry of health” claims dozens were killed by Israeli gunfire while awaiting aid trucks. IDF: The reports are false.
Hostage release deal:
Hamas submits response, Cabinet to convene
The Cabinet will meet on Friday afternoon and discuss Hamas' response to the deal. Prime Minister’s Office: Hamas continues making preposterous demands.
Amid Gaza war:
Sharp rise in antisemitism in Austria
President of local Jewish community says as many as eight to nine antisemitic incidents are reported per day since October 7.
Freed hostage:
'Nurses at Gaza hospital were cheering'
Judith Raanan, who was kidnapped together with her daughter on October 7 and freed 13 days later, shares her experience in TV interview.
Report:
US will only support 'small-scale' Rafah operation
Politico report: Senior US officials have told their Israeli counterparts the Biden administration would support a Rafah operation as long as Israel avoids a large-scale invasion.
At San Francisco Airport:
Anti-Israel protesters block terminal
Hundreds of protesters demanding ceasefire in Gaza block international terminal at San Francisco International Airport.
Pentagon:
'Temporary Gaza pier will be ready in about 60 days'
Pentagon spokesperson says the temporary pier off the coast of Gaza is expected to be fully operational in about 60 days and will deliver two million meals daily.
EU foreign policy chief:
'Hunger is being used as a war arm in Gaza'
EU foreign affairs chief Josep Borrell again levels accusations at Israel, says the lack of aid entering Gaza is a "manmade" disaster.
White House walks back Biden's comments on Israel
National Security Adviser asked about Biden's comments that a Rafah operation would be a red line: The President didn't make any declarations or pronouncements.
Iran:
'Hamas is determined to continue fighting in Gaza'
Iranian leadership claims that senior Hamas officials in Gaza have conveyed messages that the organization maintains its military strength and is determined to continue fighting.
To prevent Hamas takeover:
Aid trucks enter Gaza through new IDF route
In a pilot program, six humanitarian aid trucks enter northern Gaza via the "96th" gate on the security fence.
Bennett to Fox News:
Shame on people sitting in LA saying we're doing bad
Naftali Bennet claims that "President Biden has been a great friend to Israel. But now is the real time. Now is the time to stand behind Israel. If this was done to the US, the equivalent would be about 36,000 Americans murdered, burned, raped. What would the US do?”
Queen of Jordan:
'Palestinians have endured 156 October 7ths'
The Queen of Jordan criticized Israel for excessive destruction and food insecurity in Gaza, and claimed that the collateral damage was part of a larger and more sinister plan.
Head of PA intelligence considered to run Gaza
Israeli security officials are considering backing Majid Faraj, a close confidant of PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas, to manage civilian life in the Gaza Strip.
