Israel strikes camp in Gaza safe zone, dozens killed
Strikes have torn a massive crater in a supposedly 'safe' area.
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Netanyahu's insistence on keeping troops on the Gaza-Egypt border is hindering talks.
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New York Times: Why Israel's wars with Hamas, Hezbollah and Iran show no end in sight.
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The deal, once it comes, could mark the end of US-led negotiations if not taken.
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The bodies of six more hostages were recovered by the Israel military from Gaza.
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Israeli assault in the West Bank kills at least nine
The operation was carried out in Jenin, Tubas and Tulkarm.
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Kaid Farhan al-Qadi was held by Hamas and has been rescued alive.
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Noa Argamani is campaigning for the release of 109 Israelis still held in Gaza.
'Is that it?' Israel and Hezbollah step back from strikes
After a short-lived attack, a descent into all-out war is less likely.
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Hezbollah's latest strike hits a 'humble chicken coop'
A revenge attack involving missiles and drones from Lebanon has come to nothing.
Israel, Hezbollah exchange heaviest strikes in months, raising fears of wider conflict
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Kamala Harris makes case for ‘new way forward,’ attacks Trump in DNC speech
Harris slams Trump in nomination speech, calls for unity and patriotism.
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New York Times: "Gaza remains the most dangerous place for children."
Hamas says US President Joe Biden shows ‘blind bias’ toward Israel in ceasefire talks
Hamas has directly criticised Joe Biden for being 'biased' against Hamas in talks.
Blinken says Israel accepts Gaza proposal, urges Hamas
There are few signs of conciliation on the ground and fears of wider war.
Hamas admits sending suicide bomber to Tel Aviv
The attack was a failure and only claimed the life of the bomber.
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NYT: Palestinian man killed by rampaging settlers in Israeli-occupied West Bank.
Blinken arrives in Israel to push ceasefire deal
Negotiators are hoping to conclude ceasefire discussions this week.
UK diplomat resigns, refuses to be 'complicit in war crimes'
The diplomat claims the Foreign office keeps selling arms to Israel.
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Gaza faces public health crisis with polio case found
Israel’s months-long war has destroyed key water and sanitation infrastructure in Gaza.
Melbourne Orchestra launches review after cancelling pianist
The pianist had performed a solo 'dedicated to the journalists of Gaza'.
Israeli strikes in Gaza and Lebanon kill at least 25, officials say
Strikes come as US and allies race to conclude delicate ceasefire negotiations.
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Stephen Rainbow has also faced accusations of being transphobic.