World Aug 20 Israel to mobilize tens of thousands of reservists for expanded Gaza operation Defense Minister Israel Katz approved the plan, which involves deploying 60,000 reservists and extending service for 20,000 more. This move comes amid international concerns about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where many residents are displaced and facing famine.
World Aug 19 Qatar urges a Gaza ceasefire after ‘positive response’ from Hamas Qatar on Tuesday warned that even if a ceasefire deal is reached, it will not be "instantaneously implemented."…
World Aug 17 Protests explode across Israel amid growing frustration over the war in Gaza Israeli police blasted crowds with water cannons and made dozens of arrests on Sunday as thousands of protesters demanding a deal to free hostages in Gaza aimed to shut down the country with a one-day strike that blocked roads and closed businesses.
World Aug 15 Heat and thirst drive families in Gaza to drink water that makes them sick The thirst is only growing as a heat wave bears down, with humidity and temperatures in Gaza soaring.
World Aug 14 Aid groups call on Israel to end ‘weaponization’ of aid in Gaza They accuse Israel of using aid to further its political and military goals. Israel denies the claims.
World Aug 11 Israel targets and kills Al Jazeera correspondent Anas al-Sharif in Gaza airstrike as journalist toll grows It was the first time during the 22-month war that Israel's military swiftly claimed responsibility after a journalist was killed in a strike.
World Aug 10 Netanyahu defends military expansion in Gaza and says it will be wider than announced Even as more Israelis express concern over the 22-month war, Netanyahu said the security Cabinet last week instructed the dismantling of Hamas strongholds not only in Gaza City but also in the “central camps” and Muwasi.
World Aug 09 Israel faces growing global condemnation over its plan to take over Gaza City International condemnation grew Saturday over Israel's decision for a military takeover of Gaza City, while tens of thousands of Israelis rallied in what local media called one of the largest anti-government protests in recent months following 22 months of war.
World Aug 08 Israel plans to take over Gaza City, escalating war with Hamas and fueling worries for hostages Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had earlier outlined more sweeping plans in an interview with Fox News, saying Israel planned to take control of all of Gaza. Israel already controls around three-quarters of the territory.
World Aug 03 Israeli minister visits flashpoint holy site as officials say 33 more aid-seekers killed in Gaza A far-right Israeli minister visited and prayed at Jerusalem’s most sensitive holy site on Sunday, triggering regional condemnation and fears that the provocative move could further escalate tensions. The visit came as hospitals in Gaza said 33 more Palestinians seeking food aid were…