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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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Israeli soldiers looting homes in Lebanon on large scale, report says
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Middle East Eye
center181d ago

Israeli soldiers looting homes in Lebanon on large scale, report says

Submitted by MEE staff on Thu, 04/23/2026 - 12:16 Testimonies describe widespread theft of motorbikes, televisions, paintings and sofas without accountability Israeli soldiers near the Israel-Lebanon boundary on 16 April 2026 (Reuters/Florion Goga) Off Israeli soldiers have been looting civilian property on a large scale from homes and businesses in southern Lebanon with the knowledge of their commanders, Haaretz reported on Thursday. Soldiers and officers described widespread, routine theft of

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Israel at 78 still believes it can live by the sword alone. A reckoning is due
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Middle East Eye
center181d ago

Israel at 78 still believes it can live by the sword alone. A reckoning is due

Submitted by Gideon Levy on Tue, 04/21/2026 - 09:52 On the country's Independence Day, the nostalgia of liberal Israelis for a better, earlier state is a comforting illusion. The Nakba and the occupation were there from the beginning A woman carries a child near Israeli flags and tanks during Memorial Day commemorations in Latrun, the eve of Israel's 78th Independence Day, 21 April 2026 (Florion Goga/Reuters) Off Israel is celebrating its 78th Independence Day this week.

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India to Iran : How two wars shaped the rise of Pakistan Asim Munir | Military
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aljazeera.com
center182d ago

India to Iran : How two wars shaped the rise of Pakistan Asim Munir | Military

Pakistan's Chief of Defence Forces, Asim Munir, was instrumental in brokering a US-Iran ceasefire extension, following his mediation efforts after a war between India and Pakistan. This rise to global prominence was preceded by his promotion to field marshal after the India-Pakistan conflict and subsequent consolidation of power through constitutional amendments.

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Gaza second front : The battle against disease - carrying rats | Israel - Palestine conflict News
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aljazeera.com
center182d ago

Gaza second front : The battle against disease - carrying rats | Israel - Palestine conflict News

Palestinian families in Gaza are facing a severe rat infestation in unsanitary displacement camps, leading to bites and fear. The Israeli ban on pest control materials and widespread destruction exacerbate the problem, creating a health hazard.

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Gaza’s second front: The battle against disease-carrying rats
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Al Jazeera
center182d ago

Gaza’s second front: The battle against disease-carrying rats

Palestinian families in Gaza endure daily terror from rats in unsanitary camps, but help is hard to come by.

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Israeli strike kills five in Gaza, including three children
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Al Jazeera
center182d ago

Israeli strike kills five in Gaza, including three children

Israel has committed 2,400 violations of the 'ceasefire' deal struck with Hamas in October, Gaza officials say.

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Israel kills Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil in targeted strike
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Middle East Eye
center182d ago

Israel kills Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil in targeted strike

Submitted by MEE staff on Thu, 04/23/2026 - 07:25 Second strike hits area where reporters were sheltering, as violations continue in southern Lebanon Amal Khalil, 43, was killed in the town of al-Tayri while covering the aftermath of earlier Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon on 22 April 2026 (Al Akhbar) Off An Israeli air strike killed a Lebanese journalist and wounded another on Wednesday in southern Lebanon, despite a US-backed ceasefire announced last week. Amal Khalil, 43, was killed in th

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Naftali Bennett doubles down on ultra - Orthodox IDF draft
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jpost.com
right182d ago

Naftali Bennett doubles down on ultra - Orthodox IDF draft

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett stated on Monday that he would halt funding for ultra-Orthodox institutions that do not comply with IDF enlistment, citing a critical soldier shortage. Bennett criticized Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich for enabling draft evasion, arguing that this policy endangers soldiers and compromises national security.

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US tells Israel ceasefire with Iran set to end on Sunday, Israeli media reports
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Middle East Eye
center182d ago

US tells Israel ceasefire with Iran set to end on Sunday, Israeli media reports

The United States has informed Israel that a ceasefire with Iran is scheduled to end on Sunday, according to Israeli media reports. This communication suggests President Trump is seeking specific understandings with Tehran rather than indefinite negotiations, though Israeli sources indicate a breakthrough by week's end is improbable.

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Lebanon accuses Israel of targeting journalist killed in air strike
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BBC Middle East
center182d ago

Lebanon accuses Israel of targeting journalist killed in air strike

Lebanon's prime minister accused Israel of war crimes after IDF attacks on Red Cross vehicles also stopped rescuers from reaching the site.

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Eretz Nehederet searches for light at the end of the bomb shelter
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jpost.com
right182d ago

Eretz Nehederet searches for light at the end of the bomb shelter

Israel's sketch comedy show, Eretz Nehederet, concluded its season on Wednesday night, providing humor during a turbulent period marked by frequent missile alerts. The show satirized various aspects of Israeli life, including bomb shelter experiences and political figures, ending with a hopeful message for the country's future.

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Naftali Bennett doubles down on ultra - Orthodox IDF draft
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jpost.com
right182d ago

Naftali Bennett doubles down on ultra - Orthodox IDF draft

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett stated on Monday that he would halt funding for ultra-Orthodox individuals who do not enlist in the IDF, citing a shortage of 20,000 soldiers. Bennett criticized Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich for enabling draft evasion, arguing that this lack of personnel endangers soldiers and compromises military operations.

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Lebanese Prime Minister Salam accuses Israel of war crimes
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jpost.com
right182d ago

Lebanese Prime Minister Salam accuses Israel of war crimes

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam accused Israel of war crimes on Thursday, alleging the IDF targeted journalists and rescue teams in southern Lebanon. Salam stated Lebanon will pursue these alleged crimes internationally, while the IDF denied targeting journalists and claimed it was reviewing reports of injured media workers.

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CPJ 'outraged' over Israeli targeting of Lebanese journalists
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Middle East Eye
center182d ago

CPJ 'outraged' over Israeli targeting of Lebanese journalists

The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) expressed outrage after Lebanese journalists Amal Khalil and Zeinab Faraj were targeted in southern Lebanon. An Israeli strike hit their vehicle and then the building where they sheltered, resulting in Khalil's death and Faraj's injury, with rescue efforts reportedly obstructed.

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Israeli attacks on journalists constitute 'war crimes', Lebanese Prime Minister says
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Middle East Eye
center182d ago

Israeli attacks on journalists constitute 'war crimes', Lebanese Prime Minister says

Lebanon’s Prime Minister has slammed Israel’s targeting of journalists, describing them as a systematic pattern of attacks in southern Lebanon. Nawaf Salam said that targeting journalists, obstructing rescue teams from reaching them and striking the same locations again after their arrival constitutes "clear war crimes".

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Sexual violence in the West Bank emerges as tool to intimidate Palestinians
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Al Jazeera
center182d ago

Sexual violence in the West Bank emerges as tool to intimidate Palestinians

Sexual violence and harassment by Israeli soldiers and settlers are reportedly being used as systematic tools to intimidate Palestinians and force displacement in the occupied West Bank. Reports document various forms of sexual assault, including forced nudity and invasive searches, with victims stating these threats are a decisive factor in leaving their homes.

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Lebanon accuses Israel of blocking attempt to rescue journalist after bomb strike
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The Guardian Middle East
left182d ago

Lebanon accuses Israel of blocking attempt to rescue journalist after bomb strike

Lebanese officials claim Israeli strikes on Wednesday near al-Tayri wounded two journalists, with one trapped under rubble and rescuers allegedly blocked by Israeli fire. Israel's military stated it struck two vehicles posing a threat and denied preventing rescue efforts for the injured journalists.

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The Palestinian woman on the cover of L'Espresso speaks to MEE: "Israeli settlers were ready to kill us"
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Middle East Eye
center182d ago

The Palestinian woman on the cover of L'Espresso speaks to MEE: "Israeli settlers were ready to kill us"

Palestinian lawyer Meead Abu al-Rub spoke to Middle East Eye about an incident in October 2025 where she claims Israeli settlers and forces intimidated participants during an olive harvest in the Soba area of Idna al-Khalil. She stated that armed settlers and soldiers confronted the group, using threats and tear gas, leading to the event's cancellation for safety reasons.

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Wheelchair shortage deepens crisis for disabled people in Gaza
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Middle East Eye
center182d ago

Wheelchair shortage deepens crisis for disabled people in Gaza

Disabled residents in Gaza are experiencing a worsening crisis due to a severe shortage of wheelchairs, hindering their mobility and access to essential services. Years of conflict and economic hardship have made obtaining replacements prohibitively expensive, leading to increased isolation and hardship for vulnerable individuals.

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Gaza worker restores stove burners as families adapt to fuel shortages
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Middle East Eye
center182d ago

Gaza worker restores stove burners as families adapt to fuel shortages

In Gaza, a worker has been restoring and manufacturing stove burners for over 30 years to help families cope with ongoing fuel shortages. These families are increasingly relying on repaired and improvised equipment due to the blockade, limited fuel availability, and rising costs.

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