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In Rafah, throughout Gaza citizens celebrate Hamas acceptance of cease-fire proposal
Celebrations breakout across Gaza after terror group announces it accepts cease-fire proposal; 'We have been reborn; we are crying with happiness'
Einav Halabi, News Agencies
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22:13 | 05.06.24
Hamas tells Egypt and Qatar it accepts their cease-fire terms
Announcement comes as civilians begin to evacuate Rafah ahead of an Israeli ground operation; Senior Israeli official: 'A unilateral proposal without Israeli involvement ... an exercise by Hamas designed to present Israel as refusenik'; Hamas agreed to latest Israeli proposal, source says
Einav Halabi, Itamar Eichner, Lior Ben Ari, Roy Rubinstein, News Agencies
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21:09 | 05.06.24
Biden and Netanyahu talk about Rafah; Hamas warns offensive will derail hostage deal
After half-hour conversation between the two leaders, White House clarifies that an agreement is 'best way to avoid an invasion of Rafah'; Hamas threatens that ground operation 'won't be a picnic' for the IDF
Itamar Eichner, Einav Halabi
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18:59 | 05.06.24
Released hostage Noga Weiss from Kibbutz Be'eri enlists in the IDF
Noga Weiss begins her IDF service as a social welfare soldier after being escorted to her induction by her mother, months after they were released together from 50 days of captivity in the Gaza Strip; 'After a tumultuous period, I think that enlisting is the right thing for me, it's a distraction'
Yoav Zitun
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18:28 | 05.06.24
Al Jazeera manages live interview with Jerusalem activist despite government closure
The government has halted all Al Jazeera operations within Israel and even raided their offices in Jerusalem, but the network still managed to conduct an interview with a local peace activist via Zoom; Interview does not violate rules since the person conducting the interview is not physically in Israel
Ran Boker
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17:41 | 05.06.24
Pro-Palestinian protesters demonstrate during Auschwitz March of the Living
Israeli participant in the march says Jews again receive 'blow to the head on cursed Auschwitz ground'; survivor says marchers must be allowed to unite with memory of victims of Holocaust and Hamas massacre
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger
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16:21 | 05.06.24
Israel's War Cabinet approves first phase of Rafah operation
After residents of southern most city in Strip told to evacuate to safe zones, ministers vote unanimously in favor of operation following Hamas deadly strike on Kerem Shalom crossing and failure of hostage release negotiations
Itamar Eichner, Einav Halabi
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15:08 | 05.06.24
Israel's Rafah offensive limited as pressure put on Hamas
Opinion: IDF warns Rafah residents to evacuate to humanitarian zone; operation's greenlight signals to Hamas that if it shows flexibility, the hostage release deal can proceed; Israel indicates its is mindful of American humanitarian concerns
Ron Ben-Yishai
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13:58 | 05.06.24
IDF strikes Hezbollah-Radwan base after drone strike on Metula
Heavy exchanges of fire reported in wake of the drone attack and the firing of some 30 rockets at the Galilee and Golan Heights; overnight military conducts strike on Hezbollah facility 100 km north of border
Yoav Zitun
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13:22 | 05.06.24
IDF names fourth soldier killed in Kerem Shalom rocket attack
IDF Spokesperson's Unit confirms Sergeant Michael Ruzal was killed in the deadly strike in which three other soldiers were killed and 11 were injured
ynet correspondents
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12:37 | 05.06.24
'Save the hostages at any cost' says sister of Hamas massacre victim
Dana Or, whose brother Dror's body was abducted on October 7, talks for the 1st time, says returning the hostage must be Israel's only priority
Matan Tzuri
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12:25 | 05.06.24
Head of medical aid NGO to light Independence Day torch
Yossi Erblich, CEO of Lemaanchem selected for honor after organization steps up to provide medical advise, assistance and support in response to urgent needs in the wake of the Hamas October 7 massacre
Ynetnews
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12:15 | 05.06.24
Netanyahu rejects claims he sabotages hostage deal
Unnamed Israeli officials says breakthrough in negotiations were close, but statements from the Prime Minister's Office caused Hamas to harden its stance; The CIA director travels to Israel in effort of saving hostage release deal
Ynet
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10:35 | 05.06.24
IDF begins evacuation of Rafah residents amid negotiation deadlock
Military calls on Gazans living in the city's eastern neighborhoods to promptly evacuate to humanitarian zone near Al-Mawasi; U.S., Qatar to exert pressure on parties to continue talks
Yoav Zitun, Itamar Eichner, Einav Halabi
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08:54 | 05.06.24
The stories of Holocaust survivors who survived October 7
Approximately 2,500 Holocaust survivors experienced the horrible massacre on October 7, which triggered their bitter memories of fear and persecution during World War II
Hadar Gil-Ad
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07:49 | 05.06.24
Netanyahu on Holocaust Remembrance Day: 'We will defeat our genocidal enemies'
The life stories of the survivors who lit torches at the national ceremony at Yad Vashem are a special inspiration in the days after the October 7 massacre; empty chair in the front row of the audience was dedicated to the hostages still being held in Gaza
Ynet correspondents
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00:35 | 05.06.24
A Jewish teen nearly drowned. An Arab man jumped into the Mediterranean to save her.
Adham Nabulsi and another man heard a mother screaming for help for her 15-year-old daughter at the beach in Nahariya in northern Israel; they leapt into the stormy waves and pulled her out just in the nick of time
Nir (Shoko) Cohen
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23:56 | 05.05.24
Slovenia FM says exploring unilateral recognition of Palestinian state
Foreign Minister Tanja Fajon told Israeli counterpart Israel Katz that Slovenia does not stand against Israel, but is opposed to Rafah operation; Israeli PM: 'Unilateral recognition of a Palestinian state would be a reward for Hamas and Iran'
Itamar Eichner
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23:45 | 05.05.24
IDF releases names of 3 soldiers killed in rocket attack on Kerem Shalom
The soldiers were stationed on the border near Kerem Shalom crossing to guard equipment of battalions preparing to enter Hamas' last stronghold, and were hit by a barrage from Rafah; 2 additional soldiers were severely injured, and 9 soldiers sustained moderate to minor injuries
Yoav Zitun
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22:58 | 05.05.24
Cairo talks end with no hostage deal, CIA chief en route to Qatar
Hamas delegation leaves Cairo for 'consultations with group's leaders' in Qatar, as reports suggest the terror group agreed to release 33 prisoners in the first stage, without committing to ending the hostilities
Itamar Eichner, Einav Halabi, Roni Green Shaulov
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20:52 | 05.05.24
Biden admin delaying weapons shipments to Israel amid Rafah considerations
In a first since October 7, US president is showing clear signs he is losing faith in the Israeli premier by delaying agreed upon munitions shipment bound to Israel, Axios reports; This comes as Israel insists the Rafah offensive must go forward, despite international efforts to advance a deal ending the war
Itamar Eichner
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20:18 | 05.05.24
Rafah offensive 'imminent', Gallant tells troops in Gaza
Defense Minister says IDF temporarily scaled back Gaza operations to facilitate release of hostages; however, he indicates attack on southern Gazan city fast approaching as Hamas refuses to agree to deal
Ynet
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17:32 | 05.05.24
At least 16 Katyusha rockets from Lebanon cause major damage in Kiryat Shmona
It's one of the heaviest barrages fired on Kiryat Shmona since the beginning of the war; Heavy damage was caused to houses, vehicles, infrastructure and property of residents; Electricity out in much of city
Yair Kraus
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16:03 | 05.05.24
At least 10 hurt in rocket attack on Kerem Shalom fired from Rafah
Some 14 rockets land near border crossing, prompting army to close it down and halting aid trucks from entering Gaza; IDF scrambles helicopters and jets to evacuate wounded and target launch sites; Hamas promptly claimes responsibility for strike
Yoav Zitun
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15:18 | 05.05.24
Israeli mother to meet IDF soldier who retrieved her daughter's body from Gaza
Orin Gantz, whose daughter Eden Zacharia was abducted and murdered in Hamas captivity, says she's excited to meet soldier who discovered her body during Gaza operation; Before October 7 'we murdered ourselves, one another, with words'
Nir (Shoko) Cohen
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15:13 | 05.05.24
Cabinet votes to shut down Al Jazeera network in Israel
Ministers approve move in unanimous vote after National Unity party members avoid meeting; Communications Minister signs directive and requests military enforce decision in the West Bank
Itamar Eichner
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14:30 | 05.05.24
Top Secret: In a 2018 letter, Netanyahu asks Qatar to fund Hamas
In letter seen by handful of people, PM urges Doha to deliver $30 million to Gaza monthly, claiming funding Hamas would preserve regional stability and avert humanitarian crisis
Nir (Shoko) Cohen
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13:22 | 05.05.24
Italian waiter who befriended Yarden and Shiri Bibas' shocked to learn they are hostages
On her recent trip to Italy, Adi tells waiter in Naples that his friend Yarden Bibas and his family were abducted by Hamas; 'How does not everyone know?'
Roni Green Shaulov
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12:32 | 05.05.24
Families of hostages demand PM agree to release deal with Hamas
Jon, father of hostage Hersh Polin, says families caught in midst of political games, says bringing back all hostages, dead or alive is vital for country's rehabilitation after October 7
Nir (Shoko) Cohen, Einav Halabi
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11:44 | 05.05.24
Minister confirms Israel attacked Iran, ending ambiguity
Miri Regev, a member of the security cabinet and transportation minister tells right-wing outlet Iran and the world can see Israel is 'no sucker' although government choses not to claim responsibility for the strike on Isfahan airbase last month
Moran Azulay
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09:31 | 05.05.24
Survivors of Hamas massacre, Holocaust survivors in March of the Living
March begins in Budapest commemorating murder of 550,000 Hungarian Jews; also joining the march are heads of leading US universities amid antisemitism surge there
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger
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08:42 | 05.05.24
Dozens arrested in weekend of protests on US campuses
Students demand their schools divest from companies that support Israel's government such as arms suppliers; Republican Senator Lindsey Graham says pro-Israel students 'protected our flag and stood up for America'
Reuters
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07:25 | 05.05.24
Hamas agrees to release 33 Israeli hostages in first phase of hostage deal, report
Israeli officials remain pessimistic on possible agreement to Egyptian-mediated deal; Hamas delegation insists no agreement would take place without complete cease-fire
Itamar Eichner
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23:57 | 05.04.24
IDF, Shin Bet eliminate senior PIJ terrorist who led October 7 attack
Military confirms Palestinian Islamic Jihad senior commander Ayman Zareb oversaw Hamas' Nukhba forces' attack on IDF base in southern Israel
Yoav Zitun
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23:06 | 05.04.24
'Terrorist wing in academia': October 7 victims sue Students for Justice in Palestine organization
Shurat HaDin organization files mass lawsuit on behalf of October 7 survivors against Hamas-affiliated Students for Justice in Palestine
Itamar Eichner
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22:00 | 05.04.24
From risky maneuver to success in Gaza: The IDF's new Eitan APC
Military's new Eitan armored personnel carriers can carry 12 soldiers, reach speeds of 100 km/h, and even provide life-saving medical care for injured personnel
Yoav Zitun
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20:59 | 05.04.24
Israel Police officer injured in West Bank operation, evacuated to hospital
Security forces operating near Tulkarem eliminate at least five terrorists who opened fire at them from a building in which they barricaded themselves
Yoav Zitun, Einav Halabi
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18:35 | 05.04.24
'IDF will enter Rafah whether pause is achieved or not,' Israeli official says
Official releases statement saying military will continue to eliminate remaining Hamas battalions amid reports of Hamas' positive response to proposed Egyptian hostage deal
ynet correspondents
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17:00 | 05.04.24
Senior Soroka doctor says soldiers injured today would not have survived years ago
Dr. Yuli Trager, head of the rehabilitation department at Soroka Hospital, talks about his many challenges in one of the busiest departments since the outbreak of the war, as well as the great satisfaction that comes with the profession
Eitan Gefen
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14:57 | 05.04.24
Al Shifa doctor dies in Israeli custody, PA alleges 'assassination'
The Palestinian authorities reported the death of two Gaza detainees in Israeli custody, one of whom was the chief of orthopedics at Shifa Hospital. According to Hamas, he was detained during his service at a hospital in the northern Gaza Strip; IDF attributed his arrest to 'national security reasons,' yet details regarding the cause of his death were not disclosed
Einav Halabi, Meir Turgeman
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13:53 | 05.04.24
Hamas: going to Cairo with 'positive spirit' to reach agreement
Hamas says it is determined to secure an agreement in a way that fulfills Palestinians' demands, however, Israel dismissed the optimism expressed by the mediators, emphasizing that there is no indication of a change in Hamas's 'extremist positions'
Lior Ben Ari, Einav Halabi
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23:52 | 05.03.24
Israeli officials examine joint control of Gaza with Arab states postwar, report says
According to the plan, Israel to share control with the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia, alongside the United States, and it will allow for continued IDF operations inside Gaza
Ynetnews
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19:45 | 05.03.24
Elyakim Libman, presumed hostage, found in Israel, murdered on Oct. 7
IDF says Libman's death was determined through meticulous examination and investigation, as he was mistakenly buried alongside Victoria Gorlov, who, along with her partner Alex Samoilov were murdered at the Nova music festival
Elisha Ben Kimon, Adam Kutub
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18:13 | 05.03.24
Israeli minister launches complaint with OECD against Turkish boycott
Economy Minister Nir Barkat says Turkey violating regulations by blocking maritime trade between countries, endangering world trade and supply chains; Erdogan says boycott to remain in place until Gaza war ends
Itamar Eichner, Ynetnews, Agencies
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16:30 | 05.03.24
UK sanctions settler entities, individuals for violence against Palestinians
Britain names Lehava and Hill top youth as well as four settlers in second round of measures against settlers; Cameron says Israeli authorities must clamp down on settlers undermining security and chance for peace
Itamar Eichner
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15:53 | 05.03.24
Security chiefs push to postpone Al Jazeera shutdown decision
Officials hope Qatar would use leverage over Hamas to agree to a deal, including threat of removing its officials from Doha; Cabinet vote postponed to Sunday
Itamar Eichner
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14:43 | 05.03.24
ICC prosecutor pushes back against Israeli pressure to block arrest warrants of leaders
In statement on X office of Karim Khan warns all attempts to impede, intimidate or improperly influence its officials must cease immediately
Itamar Eichner
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13:37 | 05.03.24
Saudi normalization only with pathway to Palestinian state, report
NYT commentator close to Biden says US, Saudis think Netanyahu would not reject his coalition partners from the far-right therefore considering agreement for bilateral deal with the provision that normalization with Israel would be added when another government is in power
Itamar Eichner
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12:19 | 05.03.24
France outlines 3-phase proposal to end Hezbollah-Israel conflict, report
In French outline, armed militias to withdraw 10 km (6.2 miles) north of blue line as Lebanon military to bolster presence there; Israel-Lebanon to resume negotiations on international border agreement; Financial support for Lebanon
Lior Ben Ari
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11:06 | 05.03.24
Hamas tries to steal Jordanian aid shipment, US says
Miller says aid shipment hijacked earlier in the week was ultimately recovered and returned adding UNRWA was expected to release a statement of condemnation
i24NEWS
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09:50 | 05.03.24
CPJ commemorates terror affiliated journalists at Columbia's Pulitzer Hall
Pictures hung by NGO for protection of journalists include those of reporters killed in Gaza war, including 21 employees of Hamas tv, radio stations, 11 employees of Islamic Jihad outlets according to the IDF
Daniel Edelson, New York
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03:42 | 05.03.24
Syria accuses Israel of attacking military site near Damascus
It is the first time Israel has been blamed for an attack in Syria since the assassination of a senior Revolutionary Guards officer a month ago; 8 solders reported injured in attack
Lior Ben Ari
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01:11 | 05.03.24
Hostage Dror Or was killed on October 7 and his body is held in Gaza
Kibbutz Be'eri announces 208 days after the Hamas massacre that evidence recently discovered shows member Dror Or is dead; his wife also was killed on October 7, and two of his children were taken hostage and later released
Matan Tzuri
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00:34 | 05.03.24
Turkey bans all Israeli imports and exports
Turkey halts all trade with Israel to pressure it into ending the war in Gaza; Turkey is currently one of Israel's major trading partners; Israel seeks alternative trading partners to send a message to all countries that choose to boycott it in the future
Gad Lior, Itamar Eichner
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00:03 | 05.03.24
Testimonies of released hostages to be screened on Holocaust Memorial Day
Public Diplomacy Directorate completes part of Israel's project to make public the testimony of dozens of hostages who were held in Gaza; The Government Press Office will hold a special screening for foreign journalists with hours of testimonies of atrocities against women, men, the elderly and children
Itamar Eichner
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21:57 | 05.02.24
IDF removes remnants of Iranian missile in Arad
The missile was fired during Iran's recent attack on Israel and contained hazardous materials; reporters in Iran receive special glimpse of an IRGC exhibition of missiles used against Israel
Yoav Zitun
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20:54 | 05.02.24
Israel raises Malmo travel warning ahead of Eurovision
National Security Council says recent anti-Israel sentiment and protests worldwide raise concerns terrorist elements will attempt to target Jews and Israelis arriving for song contest
Itamar Eichner
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14:59 | 05.02.24
Wary of ICC arrest warrants, Israel turns to US Congress for help
Netanyahu, concerned about possibility of ICC arrest warrant, increases humanitarian aid to Gaza and seeks help from US legislators to support Israel
Nadav Eyal
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13:39 | 05.02.24
Global spotlight on city poised to end war: the Rafah dilemma
With war reaching its final stages, here's a breakdown of the Rafah issue: the current situation in the city, its strategic significance, the military challenges present, international objections, how it could affect relations with Egypt and Hamas' response to threats
Yoav Zitun, Einav Halabi
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11:40 | 05.02.24
IDF partially releases reservists as Rafah offensive looms
Israel awaits Hamas' response to Egyptian hostage deal proposal amid growing international concerns about invasion of last Hamas bastion in Gaza
Itamar Eichner, Einav Halabi
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10:09 | 05.02.24
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