Rafah offensive would test the very limits of West's support for Israel
Monday, 6 May 2024 Senior Israeli officials have been threatening a major military operation into the city of Rafah and surrounding areas in southern Gaza for weeks.
The Biden administration has released approximately half of the shipment of heavy bombs that had been withheld from Israel since May, according to a US official speaking to The Times of Israel. The decision to withhold the bombs was initially made due to concerns that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) would use them in densely populated areas of Gaza, potentially causing mass-civilian casualties. In May, the White House announced it would withhold a shipment of 1,800 2,000-pound bombs and 1,700 500-pound bombs. President Joe Biden warned that additional offensive weaponry would be frozen if Israel launched a major military offensive in Rafah, Gaza's southernmost city, where over one million Palestinians were sheltering at the time.
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Four people were wounded, including two seriously, in a series of Hezbollah rocket and missile attacks on northern Israel on Sunday, military and medical officials reported. An American civilian was among those seriously injured. In the first attack on Sunday morning, an Israeli man was seriously wounded after Hezbollah launched a rare barrage of around 20 rockets from Lebanon targeting the Lower Galilee.
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The Israeli military plans to end its operation in Rafah, southern Gaza, soon, shifting to targeted raids and airstrikes. Prime Minister Netanyahu indicates this marks the end of intense fighting, though the war continues. Some Israeli officials express frustration at Hamas's ability to regroup in cleared areas. The change may lead to negotiations with Hezbollah in Lebanon. Questions remain about the effectiveness of this new strategy and its impact on Gaza's humanitarian situation.
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The Israeli military operation in Gaza's Al-Shejaiya neighborhood has entered its third day, causing significant destruction and Palestinian casualties. Israeli forces also suffered losses. The IDF reports killing numerous fighters and discovering weapons caches, including in civilian areas. Palestinian Resistance groups claim successful operations against Israeli forces. Fighting extends to Rafah and central Gaza, with airstrikes targeting various infrastructure.
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The United States has decided to release a shipment of 1,700 500-pound bombs to Israel, previously suspended due to concerns over the invasion of Gaza’s Rafah region. This decision comes amidst ongoing conflicts and humanitarian crises. Join us as we explore the implications of this military support and its impact on the region.
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Iran's interim president Mohammad Mokhber condemns Israel's intensified attacks on Gaza, criticizing global inaction. Explore the latest developments, casualties, and international responses to the ongoing crisis.
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David Lammy has said he hopes to see a hostage deal emerge "in the coming days" and called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza during his first trip to Israel and.. Sky News
Israeli forces strike a UN-run school in Nuseirat refugee camp, Gaza, resulting in tragic casualties. This incident has sparked international condemnation and renewed calls for peace in the region.
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In a significant escalation, the Yemeni Armed Forces have announced two bold operations in response to the Mawasi massacre in Khan Younis. Yemeni forces targeted the Israeli ship "MSC UNIFIC" in the Gulf of Aden with ballistic missiles and drones and carried out drone strikes on multiple Israeli military sites in Eilat. This aggressive stance underscores Yemen's commitment to support the Palestinian people and their readiness to conduct joint operations with other parties against Israeli aggression. Watch to understand the full impact and implications of these developments.
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In a show of solidarity with the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip, Islamic Resistance fighters have initiated a series of strategic attacks against key targets in the region. On Monday, July 15, 2024, at precisely 5:40 PM, artillery shells were fired at the Al-Samaqa site located in the occupied Lebanese Kfar Shuba hills. This aggressive manoeuvre marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict and highlights the resilience and determination of the resistance fighters.
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Mohammed Deif, the military commander of the Palestinian Hamas resistance group, has reportedly survived an Israeli attempt to assassinate him at the al-Mawasi camp in southern Gaza. A senior Hamas official confirmed Deif's well-being and stated that he is actively overseeing military operations against Israeli forces. The incident occurred during an Israeli military attack on a designated humanitarian safe zone in the same area, resulting in the deaths of at least 90 Palestinians and injuries to 300 others. This attack has been identified as the deadliest in Gaza in recent weeks, escalating tensions in the region.
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US Pauses Weapon , Shipments to Israel , Over Rafah Invasion Concerns.
Al Jazeera reports that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin
has confirmed that the United States will pause weapon
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