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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.
Pope Leo XIV called for the protection of places of worship in Gaza after the IDF shelled the Catholic Church of the Holy Family, killing three people. The Pontiff expressed concern about the humanitarian situation and emphasized the need for a ceasefire.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel would resume fighting in the Gaza Strip if Hamas is not eliminated within 60 days. This is a condition for a permanent ceasefire, on which Israel is working together with the US.
The European Union and Israel have reached an agreement to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza. Measures include increasing humanitarian aid supplies, restoring aid routes, and repairing infrastructure.
Marco Rubio, head of the US State Department, announced sanctions against Francesca Albanese, the UN Human Rights Council's special rapporteur. The reason cited was her actions, allegedly aimed at prompting the International Criminal Court to act against American and Israeli officials.
Israel's Defense Minister instructed the military to develop a "humanitarian city" on the ruins of Rafah to accommodate over 2 million Palestinians. According to the minister, Palestinians will undergo screening for Hamas affiliation and will not be able to leave the zone.
US President Donald Trump said that negotiations to end the war in the Gaza Strip "are going very well," expressing confidence that Hamas is ready to end the conflict. Netanyahu discussed plans for the resettlement of Palestinians, while the Palestinian presidency rejected such ideas.
Israel has sent a negotiating team to Qatar to discuss a 60-day truce in Gaza, which includes an exchange of hostages and bodies of the deceased. US President Donald Trump personally guarantees Israel's adherence to the cessation of military operations.
Yemeni Houthis attacked the Greek dry cargo ship Magic Seas, flying the Liberian flag, 51 nautical miles southeast of Hodeidah. The vessel caught fire and began to sink after drone boat strikes and shelling; the crew abandoned the ship.
An Israeli negotiating team will travel to Qatar for indirect talks with Hamas on a ceasefire and hostage release. At the same time, the office of the Israeli Prime Minister stated that the changes Hamas intends to make to the proposal are "unacceptable to Israel."
The EU diplomatic service will present member states next week with options for action against Israel in response to human rights violations in the Gaza Strip. Restrictions could include suspending the agreement, sanctions against ministers and military personnel, trade measures, an arms embargo, or suspending scientific cooperation.
The Israel Defense Forces announced control over 65% of the Gaza Strip. Over the past week, more than 100 Hamas militants have been eliminated, including commander Hakeem al-Issa.
French President Emmanuel Macron held a telephone conversation with US President Donald Trump, discussing the situation in Ukraine. This happened on the same day that Trump spoke with Vladimir Putin.
The United States of America is discontinuing USAID programs, and the State Department will now manage all foreign aid. This decision was made after an analysis revealed that USAID's activities do not serve U.S. national interests.
Donald Trump said that Israel agreed to a 60-day ceasefire, hoping for an end to the war. He urged Hamas to accept the peace proposal conveyed by Qatar and Egypt.
The President of France discussed the situation in the Middle East and the war in Ukraine, as well as Iran's nuclear program, on the phone with Russian dictator Putin. Putin stated that the conflict in Ukraine is a consequence of the policy of Western states.
US President Donald Trump will meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu next Monday at the White House. The talks will take place amidst pressure on Israel and Hamas for a ceasefire and hostage release.
The performance by punk-rap band Bobby Vylan at the Glastonbury Festival, during which the vocalist urged the crowd to chant antisemitic slogans, sparked a wave of criticism. The BBC admitted its mistake for not stopping the live broadcast and is now under close scrutiny from regulator Ofcom and the UK government.
Hamas representative Mahmoud Mardawi stated that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is putting forward unfeasible conditions to obstruct a ceasefire and hostage release deal.
President of France Macron stated the effectiveness of American strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities such as Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow. He also emphasized President Trump's active position on a ceasefire in Gaza.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated at the NATO summit that the resolve shown regarding the conflict between Israel and Iran should be applied to the situations in Ukraine and Gaza. She discussed this issue with Donald Trump.
US President Donald Trump stated that strikes on Iran have set back its nuclear program by decades, although previous intelligence indicates months. Trump believes the strikes also helped bring about an agreement on the conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, demonstrating significant US power.
US and Turkish Presidents discussed regional, global issues, and bilateral ties. The meeting took place at the NATO summit in The Hague, where the parties called for a peaceful settlement in Gaza and dialogue on Ukraine.
Israel rejects the European Union's accusations of human rights and humanitarian aid violations in Gaza, stating that it is waging a just fight. The Israeli government criticized the EU report, which "does not take into account the context" and "strategic reality" of the fight against terrorism.
Israel eliminated Ali Saadi Wasfi Al-Agha, commander of the "Mujahideen Brigades", responsible for the abduction and burial of the bodies of hostages Hadi Hagi and Judy Lynn Weinstein. The IDF also reported strikes on over 300 terrorist targets in the Gaza Strip.
In 2024, violence against children in conflict zones reached unprecedented levels, with a 25% increase in grave violations. Gaza, DRC, Somalia, Nigeria, and Haiti are of particular concern.
Israeli military shelled crowds near food distribution points. Since the start of the new aid system, 300 Palestinians have died and over 2,000 have been injured.
The US State Department has updated its travel warning for Israel, the West Bank and the Gaza Strip, raising the threat level to maximum. The reason is the deteriorating security situation and unstable environment.
The Israel Defense Forces withdrew the main forces from Gaza, leaving four divisions. The borders with Jordan and Egypt have been reinforced due to threats.