Hamas studying new Israeli truce proposal amid preparations for Rafah invasion in Gaza

“The movement will study this proposal, and upon completion of its study, it will submit its response.” Hamas had previously insisted on a permanent ceasefire, something rejected by Israel. UN says 37 million tonnes of debris in Gaza could take 14 years to clear Egypt, Qatar and the United States have been unsuccessfully trying to … Read more

Middle East conflict: Israeli delegation visits Taiwan in show of commitment to ties as war continues at home

“With your support, bilateral interactions have recently been very close,” Tsai said at a meeting with the delegation. During their 30-year informal relationship, Taiwan and Israel have signed 33 agreements to strengthen exchanges in education, public health and other areas, including a tourism agreement signed last month. 03:47 World leaders call for de-escalation after Iran … Read more

Biden says US shot down Iran-launched attack drones, pledges ‘support’ for Israel against Tehran

US forces shot down some Iran-launched attack drones flying toward Israel, according to a US defence official and two other US officials who spoke on Saturday on the condition of anonymity to discuss the matter. The US and Israel had been bracing for an attack for days after Iran vowed to retaliate for a suspected … Read more

Hamas chief reaffirms commitment to ceasefire demands

Head of the Hamas Political Bureau Ismail Haniyeh reaffirmed the movement’s commitment to its demands for a ceasefire in Gaza. Haniyeh said in a speech ahead of International Quds Day, that the demands include the withdrawal of the Israeli army from the Gaza Strip, the return of the displaced to their homes and the entry … Read more

14 Israeli soldiers killed this weekend in Gaza

Fourteen Israeli soldiers were killed in combat in the Gaza Strip over the weekend, marking some of the bloodiest days in Israel’s fight against Hamas, the Associated Press reported. The 14 soldiers were killed in central and southern Gaza over the weekend, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) announced on Sunday, the AP reported. The Israeli … Read more

Israeli Offensive Shifts To Crowded Southern Gaza, Driving Up Death Toll Despite Evacuation Orders

Several homes were hit across Gaza on Saturday, with multiple casualties reported in a strike that flattened a multi-story building on the outskirts of Gaza City. Palestinians flee from east to west of Khan Younis, Gaza Strip, during the ongoing Israeli bombardment, Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. (AP Photo/Fatima Shbair) KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip: Israel pounded … Read more