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UN Human Rights Representative Volker Türk accuses Israel of using hunger as a weapon of war in Gaza, citing statistical evidence of artificial famine in his report.

Israeli Defense Minister Galant will meet with U. S. Defense Secretary Austin to ask for an expedited transfer of more U.S. weapons and equipment, including precision munitions and fighter jets, to support Israel's war in Gaza.

Israel withdraws its negotiating team from Qatar, saying that Hamas rejected its latest offer to release hostages and agree to a truce, which shows that Hamas is not interested in continuing negotiations.

Netanyahu canceled the visit of the Israeli delegation to the United States after the UN approved a resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.

Mike Johnson, Speaker of the US House of Representatives, announced plans to invite Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to address Congress to demonstrate solidarity and support for Israel.

Brent crude oil futures for May delivery on ICE exceeded $86 per barrel, reaching new highs.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected calls by US Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer for early elections in Israel, saying it would divert attention from the conflict with Hamas in Gaza.

Israel approves sending a delegation to Qatar to negotiate a temporary truce in Gaza and the release of hostages.

Israel is preparing for a potential military offensive on Rafah, a city in Gaza with 1. 4 million Palestinians, raising concerns about the safety of civilians.

Egypt: On Sunday, ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas will resume in Qatar, with Hamas proposing a three-stage plan that includes the exchange of prisoners, the withdrawal of Israeli troops and the lifting of the blockade of Gaza in exchange for a permanent ceasefire.

Israel has approved a plan for a potential attack on the city of Rafah in the Gaza Strip, keeping hope alive for a ceasefire and considering a Hamas proposal to release hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners.

The leader of the Senate Democrats criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu - Chuck Schumer called Netanyahu "an obstacle to peace" and called for elections in Israel.

According to Israeli newspapers, citing unnamed sources, Hamas handed over to the mediator a list of demands that must be met before the Israeli hostages can be released.

Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo wants to ban Russian athletes from the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris because of Russia's invasion of Ukraine and Putin's dictatorial regime.

The USS Frank S. Besson is transporting equipment to set up a temporary dock near Gaza to deliver vital humanitarian aid as part of the US initiative to help provide relief to the region.

Israel's military operation in Gaza could be completed within 4-6 weeks, as it has destroyed most of Hamas' capabilities, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said.

Biden said he was ready to speak in the Israeli parliament about the war in Gaza.

Hamas has rejected a new agreement with Israel on a six-week ceasefire and hostage release, leaving talks in Cairo without an agreement due to disagreements over the release of sick and elderly prisoners held by Hamas.

The Israeli military cabinet was presented with a plan to evacuate Palestinians from the city of Rafah in Gaza and provide humanitarian aid to southern Gaza to prevent looting.

Israel may postpone the planned military operation in Rafah if it reaches an agreement with Hamas on the release of hostages, but says the operation will take place anyway.

Israel's military cabinet has decided to send a delegation to Qatar to discuss technical issues for the release of hostages held by Hamas. held by Hamas.

Israel's plans for Gaza after the war include the creation of a security buffer zone and continued intervention, but the Palestinian Authority rejects these plans as occupation.

Brazilian President Lula da Silva recalled the country's ambassador to Israel for consultations in response to Israel declaring Lula persona non grata for his comments comparing Israel's actions in Gaza to the Holocaust.

Israel will continue its offensive on Rafah, while guaranteeing the evacuation of civilians, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said.

Egypt is building a concrete wall along its border with Gaza to protect itself from potential refugees fleeing Israel's military operation against Hamas in Gaza.

Biden discussed with Netanyahu the need to develop a realistic plan to ensure the safety of civilians during any operation in Rafah and to provide more emergency aid to Gaza.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said that the IDF will conduct a large-scale operation in the city of Rafah in Gaza to disband Hamas battalions, and more than 1. 3 million Palestinian refugees living there will be evacuated first.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected Hamas' demands for the release of prisoners and other concessions as a condition for a ceasefire.

Israel rejects Hamas' ceasefire proposal, refusing to release prisoners.

US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken plans to visit Israel from February 3 to 5 for a series of meetings with Israeli leaders, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.