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Gaza Clashes Highlight Unmet War Goals as Hamas Remains Active

Gaza Clashes Highlight Unmet War Goals as Hamas Remains Active

Recent clashes in Gaza have resulted in an IDF officer being seriously wounded, underscoring ongoing tensions with Hamas. Despite Israeli leaders framing these incidents as 'serious violations,' Hamas continues to operate and strengthen in the region. The Israeli government's initial war goals, including dismantling Hamas and demilitarizing Gaza, remain largely unfulfilled. The Rafah crossing has reopened, facilitating the movement of goods and people, contrary to previous promises. A new 'peace committee' involving Qatar and Turkey has emerged, resembling the Palestinian Authority, further complicating the situation.
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IDF Prepares for Potential Renewed Gaza Conflict Amid Hamas Rebuilding Efforts

IDF Prepares for Potential Renewed Gaza Conflict Amid Hamas Rebuilding Efforts

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) are preparing for the possibility of renewed conflict in Gaza as Hamas continues to rebuild its military capabilities. Despite a ceasefire agreement, military officials report that Hamas has been violating the truce by sending operatives towards the border and resuming the production of rockets and explosive devices. The IDF has been conducting operations to counter these activities, including an attempted strike on a Hamas commander involved in past attacks. Additionally, the IDF has released footage showing Hamas using ambulances for military purposes, aiming to regain international support for potential future operations. The situation remains tense as the IDF plans for possible evacuations and mobilization of reservists, with a focus on maintaining readiness for any escalation.
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Organizers say a new civilian-led aid flotilla with over 10 will sail to Gaza in March

Organizers say a new civilian-led aid flotilla with over 10 will sail to Gaza in March

Organizers of an international flotilla carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza have announced plans for another mission with over 100 boats in March
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Saudi Arabia deploys cash and clout in Yemen after ousting UAE

Saudi Arabia deploys cash and clout in Yemen after ousting UAE

By Timour Azhari MUKALLA, Yemen/RIYADH - After pushing the United Arab Emirates out of Yemen late last year, Saudi Arabia is deploying political capital and billions of dollars in a bid to bring its southern neighbor more firmly under its control, a sign of Riyadh reasserting itself regionally after
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UN peacekeepers in Lebanon allege surge in Israeli violence toward them

UN peacekeepers in Lebanon allege surge in Israeli violence toward them

U.N. peacekeepers in southern Lebanon say they have faced increased violence from Israeli forces over the past year
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Israeli Strike on Gaza During Ceasefire Results in 20 Palestinian Deaths

Israeli Strike on Gaza During Ceasefire Results in 20 Palestinian Deaths

An Israeli military strike on Gaza has resulted in the deaths of at least 20 Palestinians, according to hospital officials in the region. The attack occurred during a ceasefire, raising concerns about the fragility of the truce. The incident has drawn international attention and criticism, highlighting the ongoing tensions between Israel and Palestinian territories. The strike is part of a broader conflict that has seen repeated escalations and ceasefires, with both sides accusing each other of violations. The humanitarian impact of the strike is significant, with casualties including civilians, and it underscores the challenges in achieving lasting peace in the region.
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Israeli Soldiers Among Those Charged in Gaza Smuggling Operation

Israeli Soldiers Among Those Charged in Gaza Smuggling Operation

Israel's Ministry of Justice has charged a dozen individuals, including Israeli soldiers, with smuggling goods into Gaza. The indictment accuses the group of systematically smuggling items such as cigarettes, iPhones, and batteries, potentially aiding the militant group Hamas. The smuggling operation reportedly involved both active-duty and reserve soldiers, exploiting weak oversight at the border. The goods were allegedly brought into Gaza through special coordination, bypassing the official crossing system. The charges include assisting the enemy during wartime, financing terror activity, fraud, and bribery. Notably, Bezalel Zini, brother of Shin Bet chief David Zini, was implicated in the smuggling of cigarettes, although he was not formally charged.
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Israeli fire in Gaza kills 17, while militant gunfire wounds Israeli soldier

Israeli fire in Gaza kills 17, while militant gunfire wounds Israeli soldier

Israeli fire in Gaza killed at least 17 Palestinians, most of them women and children, hospital officials said Wednesday, while Israel said militant gunfire had injured an Israeli soldier
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Israeli Soldiers Among Those Charged with Smuggling Goods into Gaza

Israeli Soldiers Among Those Charged with Smuggling Goods into Gaza

Israel's Ministry of Justice has charged a dozen individuals, including Israeli soldiers, with smuggling goods worth hundreds of thousands of dollars into Gaza. The indictment accuses the group of smuggling items such as cigarettes, iPhones, and batteries, potentially aiding Hamas during wartime. The charges include financing terror activity, fraud, and bribery. The smuggling operation reportedly involved army reservists and was facilitated by weak oversight at the border. The goods were allegedly brought into Gaza under false pretenses, appearing as if related to army activity, and were delivered to pre-arranged points inside the strip. The brother of Israel's chief of domestic security was linked to the smuggling ring but was not among those indicted.
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Former Hostages Aviva and Keith Siegel Engage in Humanitarian Work at Kenyan Refugee Camp

Former Hostages Aviva and Keith Siegel Engage in Humanitarian Work at Kenyan Refugee Camp

Former Israeli hostages Aviva and Keith Siegel have embarked on a humanitarian mission to the Kakuma Refugee Camp in Kenya, in collaboration with the Israeli NGO IsraAID. This visit marks one of their first major field engagements since their release from captivity by Hamas in Gaza. The couple's trip, which took place from January 26 to 31, involved touring various facilities within the camp, including community water points, schools, and health outreach sites. The Kakuma area, which includes the adjacent Kalobeyei Integrated Settlement, hosts over 300,000 refugees, primarily from conflict and climate-affected regions such as Somalia, South Sudan, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. IsraAID has been active in Kakuma since 2014, focusing on water, sanitation, mental health, education, and livelihood training.
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Israeli strikes kill 18 in Gaza, patient crossings at Rafah halted, Palestinian officials say

Israeli strikes kill 18 in Gaza, patient crossings at Rafah halted, Palestinian officials say

By Nidal al-Mughrabi and Pesha Magid CAIRO/JERUSALEM, Feb 4 (Reuters) - Israeli tank shelling and airstrikes killed 18 people, including four children, in Gaza on Wednesday, and Israel halted the passage of patients through the Rafah border crossing, Palestinian officials said.
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Exclusive-Donors reluctant to fund US-led Gaza plan as Hamas disarmament push stalls, sources say

Exclusive-Donors reluctant to fund US-led Gaza plan as Hamas disarmament push stalls, sources say

By Rami Ayyub, Emily Rose and Alexander Cornwell JERUSALEM, Feb 4 (Reuters) - The U.S. has yet to secure funding commitments for its Gaza reconstruction plan as potential donors voice concerns that disagreements over Hamas disarmament could lead Israel to resume full-scale war in the enclave,