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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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A third of Holocaust survivors in Israel living in poverty, study finds
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Middle East Eye
center194d ago

A third of Holocaust survivors in Israel living in poverty, study finds

A recent study found that over a third of Holocaust survivors in Israel are living in poverty, with their economic and security fears intensified by the ongoing US-Israeli war on Iran. Data published Monday revealed that 36% now rely on aid for food, and many described feelings of anxiety and helplessness during the conflict.

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Israel could act against Syria after Iran war, Turkish foreign minister says
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Middle East Eye
center194d ago

Israel could act against Syria after Iran war, Turkish foreign minister says

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that Israel may act against Syria after the Iran war concludes, suggesting Damascus's diplomatic engagement with the US and Israel is a protective measure. Fidan also emphasized Syria's need for a stable governance structure and societal integration, noting that Israel's current inaction towards Syria is due to the ongoing conflict in Iran.

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‘The rat gnawed at my toes’: Rodent infestation overruns Gaza’s displaced
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Middle East Eye
center194d ago

‘The rat gnawed at my toes’: Rodent infestation overruns Gaza’s displaced

Displaced Palestinians in Gaza are experiencing a severe rodent infestation, with rats reportedly biting individuals like Inshirah Hajjaj. This situation is occurring in makeshift shelters in Gaza City, exacerbating the difficult living conditions for those displaced.

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What Benjamin Netanyahu and the Israeli right really mean when they invoke ‘Greater Israel’ | Daniel Levy
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The Guardian Middle East
left194d ago

What Benjamin Netanyahu and the Israeli right really mean when they invoke ‘Greater Israel’ | Daniel Levy

The concept is about much more than acquiring territory, it is also about Netanyahu’s desire for Israel to become a regional superpower• Daniel Levy served as an Israeli peace negotiator at the Oslo II talks and is president of the US/Middle East projectMuch remains unclear about the significance and durability of the two-week pause in the US and Israel’s war on Iran. But one aspect of the conflict remains as clear today as it was six weeks ago.

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IDF : Within a few days , there wont be major fights left in Lebanon
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jpost.com
right194d ago

IDF : Within a few days , there wont be major fights left in Lebanon

The IDF stated that major combat operations in southern Lebanon will conclude within days after clearing Hezbollah forces from Bint Jbil. While strategic targets will be eliminated, the IDF anticipates ongoing, indefinite operations to remove remaining weapons and engage residual Hezbollah fighters.

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French lawmakers set to push bill criminalising speech on Israel
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Middle East Eye
center194d ago

French lawmakers set to push bill criminalising speech on Israel

French lawmakers are advancing a bill that would criminalize speech concerning Israel, with potential penalties of up to five years in prison. This legislation, supported across the political spectrum, aims to penalize denial of Israel's existence and comparisons to Nazi Germany, sparking free speech concerns.

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‘The rat gnawed at my toes’: Rodent infestation overruns Gaza’s displaced
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Middle East Eye
center194d ago

‘The rat gnawed at my toes’: Rodent infestation overruns Gaza’s displaced

Displaced Palestinians in Gaza are facing a severe rodent infestation in overcrowded shelters due to destroyed infrastructure and waste accumulation. This crisis has led to injuries, including rat bites on individuals like Inshirah Hajjaj and an infant, with limited medical supplies exacerbating the danger.

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Tucker Carlson slams UK's Palestine Action ban, calls Keir Starmer 'enslaved'
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Middle East Eye
center194d ago

Tucker Carlson slams UK's Palestine Action ban, calls Keir Starmer 'enslaved'

American journalist Tucker Carlson criticized the UK government's ban on Palestine Action during a BBC interview on Sunday. Carlson asserted that British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is not in control and that criticizing Israel is effectively illegal in Britain.

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Video: Participants demand action from leaders as Flotilla sets sail
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Middle East Eye
center194d ago

Video: Participants demand action from leaders as Flotilla sets sail

International participants in the Global Sumud Flotilla have set sail from an unspecified location on April 12, 2026, to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. They are demanding action from global leaders to address Palestinian oppression and government inaction, despite acknowledging the limitations of civilian efforts.

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Activists announce ‘Freedom Fleet 2’ to Gaza from European ports
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Middle East Eye
center194d ago

Activists announce ‘Freedom Fleet 2’ to Gaza from European ports

International pro-Palestinian groups are launching "Freedom Fleet 2" from European ports like Marseille and Barcelona toward Gaza. The flotilla aims to challenge the blockade, deliver humanitarian aid, and raise global awareness of the situation there.

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Israeli strike kills paramedic, says Lebanese Red Cross – as it happened
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The Guardian Asia
left194d ago

Israeli strike kills paramedic, says Lebanese Red Cross – as it happened

The Lebanese Red Cross reported that an Israeli strike in Lebanon killed a paramedic. This incident occurred amidst ongoing tensions and failed peace talks between the US and Iran.

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Netanyahu says Lebanon war to continue amid talks
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Middle East Eye
center195d ago

Netanyahu says Lebanon war to continue amid talks

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said military operations in southern Lebanon will continue, including inside the “security zone,” after a brief visit near the border. In a video released after returning to Israeli territory, he said he had received an operational briefing from troops and indicated no shift in strategy.

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History of flotilla campaigns to end Israel’s siege of Gaza
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Al Jazeera
center195d ago

History of flotilla campaigns to end Israel’s siege of Gaza

International activists are sailing a 70-boat flotilla from Barcelona to Gaza to deliver humanitarian aid and protest Israel's naval blockade. This initiative, the "Global Resilience Flotilla," aims to break the blockade and highlight the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, facing declining international attention.

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Hezbollah rocket hits site of Byzantine - era church in Nahariya
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jpost.com
right195d ago

Hezbollah rocket hits site of Byzantine - era church in Nahariya

On Friday, a Hezbollah rocket targeted northern Israel, striking a Byzantine-era church in Nahariya and damaging its protective structure. An assessment by the Israel Antiquities Authority found the church's ancient mosaic floor was covered in debris but undamaged.

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UNIFIL accuses IDF tank of ramming peacekeeper vehicles , damaging equipment
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jpost.com
right195d ago

UNIFIL accuses IDF tank of ramming peacekeeper vehicles , damaging equipment

UNIFIL reported that an Israeli Merkava tank rammed UN peacekeeping vehicles on Sunday in Bayada, Lebanon, causing significant damage. UNIFIL also accused Israeli soldiers of firing warning shots at their vehicles and blocking peacekeepers' movement, actions they state violate UN Security Council resolution 1701.

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Over 100 Holocaust survivors made aliyah during Gaza war , but numbers dropping
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jpost.com
right195d ago

Over 100 Holocaust survivors made aliyah during Gaza war , but numbers dropping

During the Gaza war, approximately 120 Holocaust survivors immigrated to Israel, according to the Aliyah Ministry. This immigration occurs as the number of survivors making aliyah is declining due to advanced age and mortality.

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IDF denies claim that chief of staff Eyal Zamir backs haredi draft bill
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jpost.com
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IDF denies claim that chief of staff Eyal Zamir backs haredi draft bill

Government Secretary Yossi Fuchs claimed IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir supports a haredi draft bill, but the IDF later denied Zamir endorsed the specific legislation. Fuchs cited Zamir's concerns about the IDF collapsing without such laws, while the IDF clarified Zamir supports any law meeting its urgent manpower needs.

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Hamas position on disarmament to be determined this week , source tells Post
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jpost.com
right195d ago

Hamas position on disarmament to be determined this week , source tells Post

Senior Hamas officials are in intensive discussions with the Trump administration's Board of Peace regarding potential disarmament, with a decision expected this week. The outcome will determine if Hamas voluntarily disarms or faces forced disarmament, as previously warned by President Trump.

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Benjamin Netanyahu , Defense Minister Katz visit IDF troops in southern Lebanon
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jpost.com
right195d ago

Benjamin Netanyahu , Defense Minister Katz visit IDF troops in southern Lebanon

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz visited IDF troops in southern Lebanon on Sunday to assess the security situation. During the visit, Katz announced "Operation Silver Plow" aimed at disarming Hezbollah and ensuring security for northern residents.

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IDF kills Hamas terrorists involved in hostage - taking on October 7
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jpost.com
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IDF kills Hamas terrorists involved in hostage - taking on October 7

IDF troops, in cooperation with the Shin Bet, killed several Hamas terrorists in central Gaza on Saturday who participated in the October 7 hostage-taking and were planning an imminent attack. The operation targeted individuals involved in kidnapping and holding Israeli hostages, including a Nukhba unit commander.

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