IDF controls 50% of Gaza Strip, nears operation objective
When Operation Gideon's Chariots launched, IDF leadership established a target of controlling 75% of Gaza's territory within approximately two months.
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Deceased hostages Gadi Haggai, Judi Weinstein brought home in IDF raid
Bodies of beloved teacher and musician, both dual US-Israeli citizens, recovered from Gaza more than 600 days after being abducted by Hamas on October 7 during their morning walk.
'Israeli-armed' militia likely involved in misattributed Hamas incident
The militia that was supposedly armed by Israel as part of the effort to undermine Hamas exchanged fire with Hamas during the incident at the aid distribution center this week, after which Israel was falsely accused of shooting innocent civilians.
Hamas discusses compromise deal with US coordination
According to sources in Hamas, the meeting resulted from an agreement between Egypt and Qatar that led to a new round of talks aimed at breaking the deadlock.
Canada's federal police launches war crimes investigation on Gaza
The RCMP began this inquiry discreetly in early 2024, unlike its widely publicized Ukraine war crimes investigation.
3 IDF soldiers killed by IED during Gaza mission
Two additional soldiers sustained moderate injuries in the incident.
Unofficial talks with Hamas continue despite rejection of Witkoff framework
Hamas demands full withdrawal from Gaza Strip and fixed timetable for hostage release, while Israel opposes ceding strategic areas and terrorist control of humanitarian aid.
US envoy blasts Hamas for 'unacceptable' response to ceasefire offer
The fundamental divide centers on Hamas's persistent demand for a permanent conflict resolution and complete Israeli military withdrawal from Gaza – conditions that Israeli officials have historically found unacceptable as they seek to preserve operational flexibility.
Report: Hamas responds to US proposal, objects over hostage release phases
"Bias toward Israel," Hamas sources say, adding the response can be described as "positive" but includes several remarks. According to the framework, the two phases would take place within one week of a ceasefire, while Hamas proposes a different timetable.
US official: Hamas response mostly positive
An American official emphasized that Hamas’ response should not be viewed as an official acceptance of the proposal, and that negotiations would continue. A senior Israeli official said Israel has yet to receive Hamas' reply from Washington: “Once we do, we will study it and respond accordingly.”