Destruction and loss as Israel-Hamas ceasefire holds
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Destruction and loss as Israel-Hamas ceasefire holds
[NFA] A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas held into a third day on Sunday as mediators spoke to all sides about extending the period of calm after the worst outbreak of fighting in years.
Drone footage on Sunday showed the destruction left across Gaza, with buildings flattened to rubble.
OWNER OF BUILDING DESTROYED BY ISRAELI STRIKE, MAHMOUD MAHDY, SAYING: "We are looking at our memories, the houses, the apartments, we lost everything we own, from furniture to all of our memories and childhood memories, everything is destroyed." Civilians in Gaza and in Israel are still picking up the pieces three days after a cease-fire seems to have ended the latest round of fighting between Israeli troops and Palestinian militants.
The calm may be fleeting.
International efforts to keep the peace continue.
Egyptian mediators have been shuttling between Israel and the Gaza Strip, which is ruled by the Islamist group Hamas.
And U.S. President Joe Biden said Washington will work with U.N.
Agencies to expedite humanitarian aid for Gaza.
The 11 days of violence saw Hamas launch rockets at Israeli cities, and Israeli artillery and airstrikes pound the Gaza Strip.
Medical officials said 248 people were killed in Gaza, while rocket fire killed 13 people in Israel.
Speaking on CBS's Face the Nation Democratic Senator Bernie Sanders called for an "even-handed" U.S. approach to the conflict.
SEN.
SANDERS: "You have a very difficult situation.
You have Hamas, a terrorist group.
You have a right-wing Israeli government and the situation is getting worse.
And all I'm saying is that the United States of America has got to be leading the world in bringing people together, not simply supplying weapons to kill children in Gaza." U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is set to visit Israel and the occupied West Bank next week.
Hezbollah intensified its military operations against Israel, launching multiple missile, artillery, and drone attacks on Israeli positions, including a significant strike on Tel Aviv and Jal Al-Allam using missiles. The resistance group expanded its capabilities with new long-range tactical rockets, reaching targets 145km inside occupied territories. Meanwhile, Israeli counterstrikes caused civilian casualties in Lebanon, including deaths in Baalbek and attacks on UN peacekeepers, drawing international condemnation.
#HezbollahAttack #Hezbollah #Baalbek #NaimQassem #Hezbollahnews #Hezbollahwar #IDFHezbollah #IsraelGaza #Warnews #War
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Thursday's game was held in a tense atmosphere and under exceptional security measures a week after violent clashes broke out in Amsterdam between pro-Palestinian demonstrators and Israeli football fans.
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In an awkward and bizarre moment captured on camera, President Joe Biden faces backlash after making a controversial remark to a reporter. During a press briefing with Israeli President Isaac Herzog, Biden sarcastically asked a journalist if she could "keep from getting hit in the head by a camera" after she asked him about the possibility of securing a hostage deal before the end of his term. The awkward exchange is now circulating on social media, sparking intense debate. While some found Biden’s response humorous, others are criticizing the president for making light of a serious issue, especially when discussing hostages in Gaza. What does this say about his leadership and handling of sensitive matters? Watch the full video and see the reactions that followed.
#Biden #JoeBiden #WhiteHouse #PressBriefing #HostageDeal #USPolitics #Israel #Herzog #HostageCrisis #ControversialComments #BizarreExchange #WhiteHouseDrama #PressConference #PoliticalNews #Gaza #MiddleEast
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In this exclusive footage, an Israeli airstrike hits the southern suburbs of Beirut, Lebanon, near the city’s international airport. The dramatic video shows a plume of smoke rising into the air as a passenger plane is seen taxiing on the runway in the background. Just before the strike, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) issued a warning to residents in the area, urging them to evacuate due to the proximity of Hezbollah facilities. This video captures the growing tension in the region as Israel intensifies its military operations against Hezbollah.
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Hamas says it is ready to secure a Gaza ceasefire deal "immediately" but claims it has not had any "serious proposals" from Israel in months, an official for the.. Sky News
In a chilling development, the Palestinian Islamic Jihad has released a third video of hostage Sasha Trufanov, showing him speaking about his age as 28—despite having turned 29 two days prior. This video, the latest in a series, raises new questions about the psychological warfare being waged by terror groups against hostages and their families. Trufanov, an engineer from Israel, was taken captive during the brutal October 7 Hamas massacre, along with three family members. While some hostages have been released, Sasha’s fate remains uncertain as Israel continues negotiations for his release. Watch the video to learn more about the ongoing crisis and its impact.
#SashaTrufanov #PalestinianIslamicJihad #HostageCrisis #PsychologicalWarfare #HamasMassacre #Israel #MiddleEastConflict #HostageVideo #FreeSasha #Terrorism #IsraeliHostages #HumanRights #GazaCrisis
The situation in northern Gaza has been described as "apocalyptic" by acting UN aid chief Joyce Msuya, as Israel's military offensive against Hamas in the area.. Sky News
In a bold and devastating escalation, Hamas' al-Qassam Brigades have claimed responsibility for killing at least 20 Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers in just two days. The attacks, described as "multiple strikes" and "deadly ambushes," took place in the northern Gaza Strip and are being hailed as a significant counteroffensive against Israel's ongoing military aggression.
The Hamas statement emphasises the scale and precision of the operations, marking a major blow to Israeli forces who have been engaged in intensive airstrikes and ground operations in Gaza. According to Hamas, the resistance movement has successfully targeted Israeli soldiers, continuing their war of attrition against the occupying forces. The organisation vowed that these attacks are only the beginning, promising further strikes until the Israeli regime withdraws completely from the besieged Palestinian territory.
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Israeli authorities have caused massive, deliberate forced displacement of Palestinian civilians in Gaza since October 2023 and are responsible for war crimes and crimes against humanity, according to a new report by Human Rights Watch.
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As Israeli airstrikes and ground operations intensify in northern Gaza, families from Beit Hanoun are forced to flee their homes in search of safety. In this personal account, a Gazan woman narrates her terrifying escape through the streets under gunfire and shelling. Despite evacuation leaflets urging civilians to flee, Israeli tanks stopped their group, separating young men from women, and forcing them to continue their journey on foot. This video sheds light on the harsh realities of displacement in Gaza amid ongoing conflict, the desperate humanitarian crisis, and the challenges facing those caught in the crossfire. Watch to hear their stories of survival and resistance in the face of devastation.
#GazaCrisis #BeitHanoun #PalestinianRefugees #IsraelAirstrikes #GazaWar #MiddleEastConflict #DisplacedFamilies #PalestinianLives #HumanRights #WarzoneSurvival #GazaCity #IsraeliMilitary #CiviliansUnderFire #EvacuationCrisis
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Keir Starmer holds a bilateral meeting in New York with the Crown Prince of Kuwait Sabah Al-Khalid Al-Sabah. The UK prime minister says it is a "special moment" for the two leaders to meet, on 125th anniversary of official diplomatic relations between the two countries. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
US president-elect Donald Trump visited the White House on Wednesday for an Oval Office meeting with President Joe Biden, where both pledged to ensure a smooth transition of power.
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8:20 AM PT -- And, with that, the meeting is over. Trump and Biden smiled for cameras as Secret Service and staffers ushered the yelling reporters out of the.. TMZ.com
US President Joe Biden has welcomed Donald Trump for a meeting at the White House aimed at ensuring the smooth transition of power from one leader to another. Sky News
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Brussels for urgent talks with EU and NATO officials on boosting support for Ukraine, amid concerns over potential policy shifts after Donald Trump returns to the White House.
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Putin and Saudi Crown Prince MBS held a phone discussion on the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and oil markets amid Trump's US election victory. The call, initiated by Saudi Arabia, covered OPEC Plus coordination and bilateral relations. With Trump's pro-Israel stance and history of facilitating Saudi-Israel normalization, this conversation gains strategic significance. As US-Saudi relations may improve under Trump, Putin's engagement suggests Russia's effort to maintain Middle East influence, while leveraging OPEC Plus partnerships.
#MBS #Putin #CrownPrince #MBSPutin #TrumpWin #SaudiArabia #OPEC #IsraelGazawar #israelHezbollahwar #Hezbollah #Iran #AbrahamAccords #IsraelSaudi #Warnews #War
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Police in Amsterdam arrested some pro-Palestinian protesters and forcibly moved more than 260 to another location as they broke up an illegal demonstration in the Dutch capital's central Dam Square.
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During a meeting with Saudi Arabian counterpart Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed support for a swift ceasefire.. IndiaTimes
The first group of 12 migrants were returned to Italy after a Rome court said their countries of origin, Bangladesh and Egypt, were not safe enough for repatriation.
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Turkish activists stormed the German-flagged MV Kathrin at Istanbul's port, protesting its transport of 150,000 kg of explosives intended for Israeli military use. The vessel, previously rejected by multiple countries, had offloaded its cargo in Egypt. This protest follows similar actions at Istanbul's Ambarli Port and comes amid concerns over these weapons' potential use in Gaza.
#Turkish #MVKathrin #Istanbul #IsraelGazawar #Gazawar #israelHamaswar #Erdogan #ADG #ProtestinTurkey #Ankara #ProGaza #IsraelHezbollah #IDFwar #Warlive
In a dramatic escalation of regional tensions following the assassination of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi condemned Israel's actions and extended a strong message of support to Lebanon. In a public address, Al-Sisi criticised Israel's military operations and called for an immediate ceasefire, emphasising the need for solidarity among Arab nations during this critical time.
Recognizing the humanitarian crisis that has emerged in Lebanon as a result of the conflict, Al-Sisi announced the deployment of emergency medical and relief aid to assist the Lebanese people. His statements underscored Egypt's commitment to standing by Lebanon and its sovereignty amid increasing aggression from Israel.
#NasrallahKilled #AlSisiSupportsLebanon #IsraelAggression #EgyptStandsWithLebanon #MiddleEastCrisis #Hezbollah #ArabUnity #CeasefireNow #LebanonAid #RegionalStability #HumanitarianSupport #PeaceInTheMiddleEast #EndTheViolence #SolidarityWithLebanon #StandWithLebanon
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Israeli police fired stun grenades towards Palestinians who threw rocks and petrol bombs at officers outside Jerusalem's flashpoint al-Aqsa mosque on Friday, hours after Israel and Hamas reached a..
The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is holding. Both sides are claiming victory in the fiercest fighting in years. But analysts say nobody wins when civilians pay such a big price.
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