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Israel–Palestine Conflict News

Latest verified updates on Gaza, the West Bank, Israeli military operations, Palestinian politics, humanitarian conditions, and international diplomacy.

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KEY ACTORS
Israel Defense Forces (IDF)—Military forces of the State of Israel conducting operations in Gaza and the West Bank
Hamas—Palestinian militant organization governing the Gaza Strip since 2007
Palestinian Authority (PA)—Governing body of parts of the occupied West Bank
Benjamin Netanyahu—Prime Minister of Israel
UNRWA—UN agency providing aid and services to Palestinian refugees
ACTIVE FRONTS & FLASHPOINTS
Gaza StripRafah crossingKhan YounisJabaliaJeninWest Bank settlements
KEY STATISTICS
CASUALTIESOver 40,000 Palestinians killed in Gaza since October 2023; over 1,200 Israelis killed in the October 7 attack (Gaza Health Ministry; Israeli government)
DISPLACED1.9 million displaced within Gaza — approximately 85% of the population (UN OCHA, 2024)
ESCALATIONOctober 2023 — Hamas attack on southern Israel and subsequent Israeli military operations in Gaza
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The dark side of Gaza’s new fancy cafes and restaurants
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Al Jazeera
center171d ago

The dark side of Gaza’s new fancy cafes and restaurants

The new establishments popping up in the devastated Strip reveal a new genocidal reality.

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Pro-Palestine coalition condemns Starmer for suggesting ban on marches
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Middle East Eye
center171d ago

Pro-Palestine coalition condemns Starmer for suggesting ban on marches

On Friday, the Palestine Solidarity Campaign, Stop the War Coalition, and allied groups condemned British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's suggestion that pro-Palestine marches could be banned, following his Saturday BBC interview in which he cited chants like "globalise the intifada" and called for examining "cumulative effects" of repeated demonstrations. The coalition confirmed a Nakba Day march will proceed in London on 16 May, asserting that the right to protest is fundamental and rejecting what they characterized as false conflation of pro-Palestine activism with antisemitism.

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'If we sleep, they bite': Rats and weasels infest camps for displaced Gazans
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BBC Middle East
center171d ago

'If we sleep, they bite': Rats and weasels infest camps for displaced Gazans

In the Gaza Strip, the daily battles are now with rats, weasels, and other pests spreading diseases.

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At least 12 killed in latest Israeli attacks on Lebanon
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Al Jazeera
center172d ago

At least 12 killed in latest Israeli attacks on Lebanon

Israeli forces killed at least 12 people, including a child, in southern Lebanon on Friday, with strikes hitting Habboush in Nabatieh district and at least six other locations; the Lebanese Health Ministry reported 2,618 total deaths since hostilities resumed on March 2, despite a US-brokered ceasefire extended to May 17. Israel claims operations target Hezbollah but acknowledges civilian casualties; Hezbollah has resumed attacks on Israeli forces and vehicles in response.

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US to shut centre intended to monitor Gaza ceasefire as peace plans stall: Report
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Middle East Eye
center172d ago

US to shut centre intended to monitor Gaza ceasefire as peace plans stall: Report

The United States is closing its Civil-Military Coordination Centre (CMCC) in Israel, reducing its military staff from approximately 190 to 40 personnel and transferring monitoring responsibilities to the International Stabilisation Force led by US Major General Jasper Jeffers, according to Reuters reporting on Friday. The closure signals waning US focus on Gaza oversight as ceasefire violations continue—over 800 Palestinians have been killed since the October 2025 agreement—and Arab and Muslim states reassess participation in the broader stabilisation mission amid US-Israeli military operations against Iran.

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No magic way to stop Hezbollah FPV drones from striking , IDF admits
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jpost.com
right172d ago

No magic way to stop Hezbollah FPV drones from striking , IDF admits

The Israeli Air Force acknowledged on Friday that there is no immediate solution to counter Hezbollah's First Person View (FPV) drones, which have killed and wounded IDF soldiers in Lebanon through manual operation and jamming-resistant technology. The Air Force said new defensive tactics are under development following recent tests, but stated that removing US-imposed restrictions on Israeli strikes north of the Litani River could reduce the FPV threat by approximately 80 percent.

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As Gaza is destroyed, a VR project preserves what Israel tried to erase
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Middle East Eye
center172d ago

As Gaza is destroyed, a VR project preserves what Israel tried to erase

Naim Aburaddi and Ahlam Muhtaseb's "Phoenix of Gaza XR" project uses 360-degree video and virtual reality to preserve pre-October 2023 footage of Gaza's cultural sites and everyday life, including the Church of Saint Porphyrius, the Great Omari Mosque, and Gaza City markets, which have since been destroyed or damaged during the war. The immersive exhibit, which has toured over 50 US venues and international locations since early 2024, aims to counter erasure of Palestinian history and culture while supporting war crimes investigations and post-conflict urban reconstruction efforts.

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Iron Beam laser saw limited use in Iran war due to lack of batteries , IDF says
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jpost.com
right172d ago

Iron Beam laser saw limited use in Iran war due to lack of batteries , IDF says

The Israeli Air Force acknowledged on Friday that the Iron Beam laser defense system saw limited deployment during the 2026 Iran war due to insufficient battery capacity—requiring 14 batteries for meaningful operational impact, according to a statement. The disclosure clarifies earlier contradictions between announcements of Iron Beam's operational readiness and its minimal actual use, though the system successfully engaged approximately 40 Hezbollah drones in October 2024.

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No magic way to stop Hezbollah FPV drones from striking , IDF admits
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jpost.com
right172d ago

No magic way to stop Hezbollah FPV drones from striking , IDF admits

The Israeli Air Force acknowledged on Friday that there is no immediate solution to counter Hezbollah's First Person View (FPV) drones, which have killed or wounded IDF soldiers in Lebanon through manual operator control that resists jamming. The Air Force said new defensive tactics are under development following recent tests, but stated that removing US restrictions on Israeli strikes north of the Litani River could reduce the FPV threat by approximately 80 percent.

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Met Police chief accused of misinformation over Palestine marches synagogues claim
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Middle East Eye
center172d ago

Met Police chief accused of misinformation over Palestine marches synagogues claim

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Mark Rowley claimed on Friday that pro-Palestine march organisers repeatedly sought to march near synagogues, prompting Palestine Solidarity Campaign deputy director Ryvka Bernard and Stop the War Coalition convener Lindsey German to reject his statements as "dishonest" and "simply untrue," asserting their marches have never targeted Jewish sites. The dispute reflects broader tensions in the UK over pro-Palestine demonstrations since October 2023, with organisers warning Rowley's comments risk heightening community tensions while planning to proceed with a scheduled 16 May march in London.

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Attack on French nun in Jerusalem draws widespread condemnation
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The Guardian Middle East
left172d ago

Attack on French nun in Jerusalem draws widespread condemnation

A 36-year-old man was arrested in Jerusalem on Mount Zion after attacking a French Catholic nun and archeological researcher, pushing her to the ground and kicking her while she lay down; Israel's foreign ministry condemned the "shameful act," and the French consulate called for justice, while Hebrew University and the French School of Biblical and Archeological Research noted the incident as part of a pattern of rising hostility toward Christians in the region.

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Israeli forces conduct raids and seize land in occupied West Bank
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Middle East Eye
center172d ago

Israeli forces conduct raids and seize land in occupied West Bank

Israeli forces raided Burqa village near Ramallah on 1 May, firing live ammunition and gas canisters at Palestinians leaving Friday prayers, injuring a young man and detaining several others, while simultaneously seizing land from Kharsa near Hebron and settlers attacked Palestinians in Massafer Yatta. The incidents reflect ongoing military operations and settler violence in the occupied West Bank, with Wafa news agency documenting the coordinated actions across multiple locations.

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Arab Israelis face dual threat of war and rising violent crime
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jpost.com
right172d ago

Arab Israelis face dual threat of war and rising violent crime

During recent Iranian ballistic missile strikes on Israel, Arab citizens—approximately 21% of the population—faced compounded vulnerability due to severe shortages of bomb shelters; a Sikkuy-Aufoq and Injaz report found only 37 of 12,000 public shelters in Arab towns, with 41% of Arab Israelis lacking home protection compared to 11% of Jewish Israelis. The disparity reflects years of government neglect in planning and construction permits for Arab communities, while simultaneously organized crime and homicides in Arab towns have surged, with 78 Arab Israelis murdered since January through March 2024 versus 60 in the same period last year.

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Arab Israelis face dual threat of war and rising violent crime
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jpost.com
right172d ago

Arab Israelis face dual threat of war and rising violent crime

Arab Israelis faced dual threats during the recent war: Iranian ballistic missile strikes and endemic violent crime, with only 37 of 12,000 public shelters located in Arab towns and villages, and 41% of Arab citizens lacking home protection compared to 11% of Jewish Israelis. The disparity reflects years of government neglect in planning and construction permits for Arab communities, according to activists and civil rights organizations documenting the vulnerability gap.

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IDF raises northern border security threat level following Hezbollah attacks
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jpost.com
right172d ago

IDF raises northern border security threat level following Hezbollah attacks

The IDF's Home Front Command downgraded the northern border security rating from "Green" to "Yellow" on Friday following Hezbollah attacks that wounded Israeli civilians on Thursday and drone strikes numbering one to three daily over the past week. The revised guidelines restrict outdoor gatherings to 200 people and indoor assemblies to 600, while allowing schools and businesses to operate if equipped with nearby safe rooms, as the IDF anticipates Hezbollah attacks will persist.

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Two injured , car destroyed by Hezbollah drone attack against northern Israel
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jpost.com
right172d ago

Two injured , car destroyed by Hezbollah drone attack against northern Israel

A Hezbollah drone struck Misgav Am in northern Israel on Friday, injuring two people and destroying a vehicle, which the IDF characterized as a ceasefire violation. The incident prompted the Home Front Command to partially ease restrictions in four northern border communities while maintaining protective protocols, as the IDF simultaneously reported intercepting additional Hezbollah drones launched toward Israeli forces in southern Lebanon.

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IDF raises northern border security threat level following Hezbollah attacks
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jpost.com
right172d ago

IDF raises northern border security threat level following Hezbollah attacks

The IDF's Home Front Command downgraded the northern border security rating from "Green" to "Yellow" on Friday following Hezbollah attacks that wounded Israeli civilians on Thursday and daily drone incursions averaging one to three aircraft per day over the preceding week. The revised guidelines permit educational institutions and businesses to operate if equipped with nearby safe rooms, outdoor gatherings of up to 200 people, and indoor assemblies of up to 600 people, as the IDF anticipates sustained Hezbollah attacks in the region.

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US criticises allies over failure to stop Gaza aid flotilla
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Middle East Eye
center172d ago

US criticises allies over failure to stop Gaza aid flotilla

The United States criticized unnamed allies on Thursday for failing to prevent an Israeli naval seizure of a Gaza-bound aid flotilla earlier in the week. US State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott called the flotilla a "baseless, counterproductive stunt" and urged allies to deny port access and refuelling to vessels involved, stating the mission circumvents established humanitarian assistance mechanisms.

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Giorgia Meloni’s moral retreat on Gaza
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Al Jazeera
center172d ago

Giorgia Meloni’s moral retreat on Gaza

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni suspended automatic renewal of Italy's defence pact with Israel this month following Israeli forces firing warning shots at Italian UN peacekeepers in Lebanon, not in response to Palestinian civilian casualties in Gaza. The suspension, combined with Italy's continued blocking of EU trade restrictions on Israel and ongoing defence contracts with Israeli firms, reflects a pattern of symbolic gestures that mask continued strategic alignment with Israel.

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US criticises allies over failure to stop Gaza aid flotilla
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Middle East Eye
center172d ago

US criticises allies over failure to stop Gaza aid flotilla

The United States criticised unnamed allies on Thursday for failing to prevent an Israeli naval seizure of at least 21 Gaza-bound aid ships in international waters on Wednesday, with US State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott calling the flotilla a "baseless, counterproductive stunt" and threatening consequences against supporters. Germany and Italy expressed concern and urged respect for international law, while organisers described the operation as "piracy" and reported 175 activists detained.

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