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US says Gaza truce agreement ‘possible’ within days as Israel ramps up attacks

The United States has announced a Gaza ceasefire deal could be struck as early as this week, though the Israeli army continues to strike the Palestinian enclave.

Hamas is being commanded by Yahya Sinwar’s brother: WSJ

The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) newspaper has published a report, claiming that the Palestinian movement Hamas is being directed by a new potent and evasive “leader”, who is helping the group further invigorate itself.

Beirut finalizing deployment in southern Lebanon under ceasefire terms

The Lebanese army has announced its units are completing the deployment in nine towns in southern part of the country following the withdrawal of the Israeli army under the cease-fire terms that entered into effect in late November.

Israel approves plan to withdraw soldiers from Gaza: Report

Israel approved plans to withdraw soldiers from the besieged Gaza Strip, after advancements in prisoner exchange negotiations with Hamas, according to a report.

Gaza war costs Israel $67bn: Report

The economic toll of Israel's ongoing war on the Gaza Strip reached approximately 250 billion shekels ($67.57 billion) by the end of 2024, according to a report.

President demands full withdrawal of Israeli soldiers from Lebanon

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has reaffirmed his country's insistence on Israel’s full withdrawal from all the occupied territories, according to a statement.

Israeli ministers discuss division of Syria: Report

Israeli ministers have met to discuss classified plans to promote the division of Syria into provincial regions, according to a report.

Israel launches air attacks against Yemen’s power station, ports

At least one person was killed and several others were wounded after Israeli jets carried out air strikes across Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen, local media reported.

Nearly 90% of Israelis support captive exchange deal: Poll

A public opinion survey published on Friday revealed that 88% of Israelis support a hostage exchange agreement with Palestinian factions. It comes as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud party faces declining popularity due to the prolonged war in the Gaza Strip.

US says over a third of Israeli forces in Lebanon have withdrawn

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has stated that more than a third of Israeli troops in Lebanon have withdrawn from the country since the establishment of a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah.

Israel withholding info on soldiers amid intl. detention fears over Gaza crimes

The Israeli army is reportedly refraining from releasing information about its soldiers due to fears that they may be arrested abroad for committing war crimes and crimes against humanity in the Gaza Strip.

Israel obstructs UN investigation into October 2023 sex crime claims: Report

Israel is obstructing a United Nations investigation into alleged sexual violence committed during the Hamas-led 7 October attacks, according to a report by Haaretz.

Lebanese military deploys in southern towns following Israeli withdrawal

The Lebanese Army has announced that it has begun deploying in five towns across the Tyre and Bint Jbeil districts in southern Lebanon following the withdrawal of Israeli soldiers.

US stresses Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon

US envoy Amos Hochstein has stated that the Israeli army will continue withdrawing from all Lebanese territories even though the mission is complex and challenging, avoiding direct comment on Tel Aviv's possible extended presence in southern Lebanon beyond a 60-day cease-fire period.

3 Israeli settlers killed, 6 injured in West Bank shooting

Three Israeli settlers were killed and six others injured in a shooting attack in the occupied West Bank on Monday, Israeli medics have confirmed.

Israel warns soldiers of detention risk abroad over Gaza war

The Israeli army has warned its personnel traveling abroad that they risk arrest after one army soldier fled Brazil while being investigated for possible war crimes in the Gaza Strip, local media has reported.

Hamas approved list of Israeli captives for possible deal: Reuters

Hamas has approved an Israeli list of 34 hostages to be exchanged in a possible ceasefire agreement in Gaza, Reuters has reported, citing an official within the Palestinian group.

Israeli military considering staying in Lebanon to pressure Beirut: Report

Israel is talking about potentially remaining in Lebanon following the 60-day ceasefire as a means of pressuring the Lebanese army, the Times of Israel reported, quoting an unnamed Israeli official.

Hezbollah warns its ‘patience might run out’ over Israel violations of cease-fire

Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem has warned that the Lebanese group’s patience “might run out” over Israeli violations of the cease-fire agreement.

Families of Israeli captives call for immediate swap deal

The families of Israeli captives in the Gaza Strip called on their government to immediately finalize an agreement after Hamas' military wing, the Al-Qassam Brigades, released a video showing one of the hostages alive.

Israel set to extend Lebanon presence after ceasefire deadline: Report

Israel is preparing to notify the United States of its intention to maintain a military presence in southern Lebanon beyond the 60-day timeframe set in the recent cease-fire deal, the Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation reported.

Hamas says wants ceasefire agreement in Gaza as soon as possible

A senior Hamas official has stated the new round of indirect talks on a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip resumed in Qatar on Friday, adding that the Palestinian armed group is seeking a deal as soon as possible.

UN report warns ‘pattern’ of destruction of hospitals in Gaza by Israel

A "pattern" of destruction of Gaza's hospitals by Israel's army has pushed its healthcare system to the "point of almost complete collapse", the United Nations has warned in a report.

Israel seeking to occupy Gaza City: Report

Tel Aviv is considering ordering the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) to occupy Gaza City, local media has reported.

Ex-Israeli defense chief resigns from Knesset

Israel's former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant has announced his resignation from the Knesset in a televised statement. It comes nearly two months after he was removed from his post by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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