The Israeli military is investigating whether it successfully executed a planned operation targeting three militants in the Gaza Strip, including prominent Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. While the identity of the militants has not yet been confirmed, the Israeli army has evidence suggesting that Sinwar was among those killed. If confirmed, this would be a major victory for Israel and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after a series of high-profile assassinations of Hamas leaders. Sinwar was the leader of Hamas in Gaza and has been on Israel's wanted list since orchestrating an attack in 2023.
The Israeli military is investigating the possibility of Hamas' top leader Yahya Sinwar being killed in a recent operation in Gaza. Along with this, an Israeli airstrike on a school that was being used as a shelter for displaced Palestinians has claimed the lives of 15 people, including five children, according to Gaza's Health Ministry. Sinwar, who was chosen as Hamas' top leader after the assassination of Ismael Haniyeh, has been in hiding since the beginning of Israel's retaliatory campaign in Gaza.
The escalating violence between Israel and Gaza has led to Nicaragua taking a decisive stand against Israel by breaking off diplomatic ties and condemning their actions as "fascist" and "genocidal". Meanwhile, the death toll in Gaza continues to rise, with dozens killed in the Jabalia refugee camp alone. In a show of solidarity, Lebanon has also faced Israeli military strikes, injuring UN peacekeepers and killing two Lebanese soldiers.
As part of World Mental Health Day, Palestinian children who received psychological treatment showcased their art at an exhibition in Gaza. The artwork, created by 48 Palestinian children, highlighted the importance of mental health and the impact of therapy on young minds. The exhibition served as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for mental health support and resources in the Gaza Strip.
Israel's prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has rejected a US-led ceasefire proposal and announced plans to continue fighting Hezbollah with full force. This comes after the IDF launched another airstrike on Beirut and claimed it killed the commander of Hezbollah's aerial forces. Netanyahu's statement was followed by confirmation from his foreign minister that there will be no ceasefire until victory is achieved and the displaced residents of the north can safely return to their homes. This comes after a joint statement from the US and other allies called for an immediate 21-day ceasefire in the Israel-Lebanon border conflict.
In a bold move to support the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip, Lebanon-based militant group Hezbollah launched a medium-range ballistic missile at the headquarters of Israel's intelligence agency Mossad. The missile, known as "Qader 1", targeted the Mossad headquarters responsible for assassinating leaders and destroying communication devices. This escalation in confrontations between Hezbollah and the Israeli army comes after recent shelling and attacks on each other's military sites, further fueling tensions in the region.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in New York to discuss the ongoing conflict in Gaza. India has urged for deescalation and called for a cease fire from both sides to maintain peace in the region. In other news, PM Modi also attended an Indian community event where he emphasized the important role of Indian community members in strengthening ties between India and the United States.
The Israeli army's deadly raids in the West Bank have resulted in the death of at least six Palestinians, including the son of well-known prisoner Zakaria al-Zubaidi. The ongoing violence also saw four more people killed in Gaza as forces carried out air strikes on Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital and Tulkarem refugee camp. This comes after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's statement about a permanent ceasefire deal, which has been criticized by Hamas for jeopardizing progress. The situation remains tense as multiple casualties have been reported in Kamal Adwan Hospital following an airstrike by Israeli forces.
Amidst negotiations for a cease-fire and hostage release in Gaza, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu presented a document with new conditions, leading to a stalemate in talks with Hamas. The document included a military presence in southern Gaza and a new list of conditions for prisoner release, causing the UN Security Council to express frustration and warning potential action. Netanyahu has maintained these were only clarifications of Israel's positions, but a senior Israeli official has accused him of sabotaging the deal.
Minnesota governor and potential vice presidential candidate Tim Walz faced backlash after appearing to ignore a reporter's question about the news that six Israeli hostages had been executed by Hamas in Gaza. A video of the incident went viral, sparking criticism from conservatives who accused Walz of running away from a simple question. Hours later, Walz made a post on social media expressing condolences for the victims' families and condemning Hamas as a "brutal terrorist organization."