Donald Trump unveiled a 20-point peace plan to end the conflict in Gaza, which includes the release of hostages, the reconstruction of Gaza, and its demilitarization. The plan also includes the creation of an interim government and economic development of the region under international supervision.
Israeli forces have launched a ground offensive on Gaza City with the aim of destroying Hamas, a new escalation of the conflict. The operation began after Netanyahu met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who supported a swift end to the offensive.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the country's readiness to strike Hamas leaders, including abroad, and took responsibility for the strike on Qatar. The US, represented by Senator Marco Rubio, emphasizes the need to eliminate Hamas to free hostages and rebuild Gaza.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stated that Hamas leaders in Qatar are obstructing a ceasefire. Their elimination would remove the main obstacle to the release of hostages and the end of the war in Gaza.
Great Britain, Germany and France condemned Israel's strikes on the Qatari capital Doha on September 9, calling them a violation of sovereignty and a risk of escalation. Diplomats also called for an immediate cessation of Israeli military operations in Gaza and condemned Hamas's crimes.
Ursula von der Leyen proposes to suspend the EU-Israel Association Agreement. This decision is related to the IDF's actions in the Gaza Strip and the humanitarian crisis.
The Israel Defense Forces and the Israel Security Agency carried out a pinpoint strike on the senior Hamas leadership in Qatar. This leadership is responsible for the October 7 massacre and coordinating the war against Israel.
The Israeli army has declared Gaza City a "dangerous combat zone," canceling the local tactical pause that had been in effect since late July. This decision comes amid plans for a large-scale operation against Hamas.
The Prime Minister of the Iranian-backed Houthis, Ahmed al-Rahawi, died in Sanaa. This happened as a result of attacks by the Israeli army, which targeted 10 high-ranking Houthi ministers.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has for the first time publicly recognized the genocide of Armenians, Assyrians, and Greeks in the Ottoman Empire. Turkey was outraged by Netanyahu's words, calling them politically motivated and an attempt to conceal Israel's crimes in Gaza.
The Lebanese government will present a plan on August 31, according to which the radical group must lay down its arms. The leader of Hezbollah stated that he would not implement it until Israel fulfills the ceasefire agreement.
US President Donald Trump stated that the war in the Gaza Strip would end within two to three weeks. He referred to his conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Palestinian sources report 14 dead, including four journalists, as a result of an attack on Nasser Hospital in Gaza. Among the dead are Reuters and Al Jazeera cameramen.
Israel's Defense Minister stated that the city of Gaza would be destroyed if Hamas did not disarm and release the hostages. Israel rejects peace proposals, preparing for a large-scale offensive.
The global IPC system has confirmed signs of famine in Gaza, where over 514,000 people are suffering from critical food shortages. By the end of September, this figure could rise to 641,000 people, despite Israel's denials.
Israel will resume negotiations with Hamas on the release of hostages, but the offensive on Gaza will continue. The IDF calls on medics and international organizations to evacuate to the south of Gaza.
The Israel Defense Forces began an offensive on Gaza City, controlling its outskirts. The IDF plans to call up 80,000 reservists for the operation.
Israel's Minister of Defense approved a plan to take control of Gaza City, naming the operation "Gideon's Chariots II". The IDF plans to call up 50,000 reservists for a new stage of the war and evacuate civilians.
The Ukrainian Defense Forces destroyed a Russian freight train with fuel in the occupied part of Zaporizhzhia region. The echelon derailed.
Hamas has agreed to the mediators' proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza. The agreement provides for a 60-day ceasefire and an exchange of hostages.
Israeli authorities are preparing for a mass resettlement of Palestinians from combat zones in the Gaza Strip. This is due to the completion of planning for a new military operation.
The Israeli Army attacked Houthi energy infrastructure in Yemen's capital, Sana'a. This is in response to Houthi missile and drone attacks on Israel since October 2023.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will convene an expanded cabinet meeting to discuss the decision on the occupation of the Gaza Strip and the agreement on the return of hostages. Netanyahu is considering all available options for the next steps.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will seek cabinet support for a plan to fully occupy the Gaza Strip. The Israel Defense Forces already control 75% of the territory but oppose full seizure.
Yemeni Houthis have announced their intention to attack any Israeli-linked ships they can reach. They claim to have a "religious, moral, and humanitarian responsibility" towards the people of Gaza.
The Israel Defense Forces will implement a daily military pause from 10:00 to 20:00 in certain areas of the Gaza Strip to allow access for humanitarian aid. Also, from 6:00 to 23:00, safe routes for humanitarian convoys, coordinated with the UN, will be in effect.
Israel has resumed air deliveries of humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip and is taking other measures to alleviate the humanitarian crisis. This includes establishing humanitarian corridors for UN convoys and humanitarian pauses in densely populated areas.
A number of countries issued a joint statement, calling on Israel to cease hostilities in the Gaza Strip due to the suffering of the civilian population. The Israeli Prime Minister's advisor called this statement a "delusion" that sends Hamas a "wrong and dangerous signal" because it does not pressure the group.
Pope Leo XIV called for an immediate cessation of the "barbarism" of the war in Gaza and a peaceful resolution of the conflict after the shelling of the Holy Family Catholic Church. Israeli attacks killed 58 Palestinians and wounded at least 60.
The Israel Defense Forces are launching ground military operations in central Gaza for the first time, issuing evacuation warnings for Palestinians in Deir al-Balah. Civilians are ordered to move south to the Mawasi area on the coast.
