Gaza Strip
An investigation by the Israeli military found that its ground operations influenced Hamas's decision to kill six hostages in Rafah. The bodies were found in an underground mine, and the soldiers were unaware of the hostages' presence.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz confirmed that the country was behind the elimination of Ismail Haniyeh in Iran. He also warned of similar actions against Yemeni Houthi leaders.
Pope Francis has called for a ceasefire on all war fronts during Christmas. The pontiff condemned the bombing of schools, hospitals and churches in Ukraine and Gaza.
Negotiations between Israel and Hamas on a ceasefire are 90% complete. The main obstacle remains the issue of Israel's military presence in the Philadelphia Corridor.
The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine have successfully evacuated 31 Ukrainians and 3 Syrian citizens from Syria via Lebanon. The evacuees, including 15 children, have already landed in Chisinau and are on their way to Ukraine.
Nine Americans of Palestinian descent have filed a lawsuit against the US government over the improper evacuation of Gaza. The plaintiffs accuse the State Department of discrimination and inaction to rescue them and their relatives.
Human Rights Watch declares Israel's deliberate restriction of access to water in Gaza as an act of genocide. Due to the contaminated water sources, 670 thousand cases of diarrhea have been recorded among the population.
Sirens sounded in central Israel due to the launch of a missile from Yemen, which was intercepted before crossing the border. The Houthis announced the launch of a ballistic missile at a military target in Jaffa.
Israel's Prime Minister announced the maintenance of a buffer zone in Syria until a new agreement is reached. The statement was made from Mount Hermon amid the escalation of the conflict and the build-up of military presence in the region.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has a phone conversation with Donald Trump about the release of hostages in Gaza and the events in Syria. Trump threatens “hell” in the Middle East if the hostages are not released before his inauguration.
The Israeli Foreign Ministry announced the closure of its embassy in Dublin due to Ireland's “anti-Semitic actions. ” The decision was made after Ireland recognized Palestine and supported the claim of “genocide” in Gaza.
Italian Defense Minister Crozetto announced the country's readiness to participate in a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine. However, Foreign Minister Tajani considers such a discussion premature, emphasizing the need to achieve a “just peace.
According to Reporters Without Borders, 54 journalists were killed in the line of duty in 2024, one third of them in Gaza. 550 media workers are imprisoned around the world, most of them in China and Myanmar.
The UN General Assembly adopts a resolution on an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages by 158 votes to 9. The United States had previously vetoed a similar resolution in the Security Council.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu will appear in court for the first time on corruption charges. He has to testify three times a week, despite the ongoing war with Hamas and regional instability.
Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip have killed at least 34 Palestinians. Among the dead are both civilians and possible militants, dozens of people were injured.
The Palestinian organizations Hamas and Fatah have agreed to create a committee of 10-15 independent individuals to manage the Gaza Strip. The committee will report to the Palestinian Authority and deal with humanitarian assistance and reconstruction.
Donald Trump announced the appointment of Lebanese-American businessman Massad Boulos as an adviser on the Middle East. Boulos, who is Tiffany Trump's father-in-law, has previously helped attract the votes of Arab and Muslim voters.
The UN agency stops the delivery of humanitarian aid through the Kerem Shalom checkpoint due to attacks by armed gangs. A solution could worsen the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where hundreds of thousands of Palestinians depend on international aid.
Former Israeli defense minister accuses Government of ethnic cleansing policy in Gaza.
Senator Graham, after a visit to Israel, announced Trump's intentions to reach an agreement on the release of hostages in the Gaza Strip by 2025. He also discussed the possibility of normalizing relations between Israel and Arab countries.
The Israeli military will remain in the Gaza Strip for many years to fight Hamas. This was stated by Food Security Minister Avi Dichter, confirming the construction of military infrastructure in the region.
Borrel called on EU countries to fulfill their obligations to arrest the Israeli Prime Minister by the ICC decision. G7 ministers discussed arrest warrants for Netanyahu and the Hamas commander at a meeting in Italy.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei reacted to the International Criminal Court's decision to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He said that what is needed is not an arrest but a death sentence.
The Israeli government has banned state organizations from buying advertising space in the Haaretz newspaper. The decision was made due to publications that, in the opinion of the authorities, undermine the legitimacy of the state and its right to defense.
The U. S. Senate voted against two resolutions aimed at limiting the supply of tank and mortar shells to Israel. Senator Bernie Sanders' initiatives did not receive majority support due to concerns about Israel's security.
The United States vetoed a UN resolution on a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip because it did not include a demand for the release of Israeli hostages. The conflict has been going on for 13 months and has claimed the lives of 44,000 people.
The German chancellor expressed dissatisfaction with the absence in the G20 declaration of a reference to Russia's responsibility for the war in Ukraine. He also criticized the wording of the document on the conflict in the Gaza Strip.
The Israeli military prevented the delivery of food to a hospital in the northern Gaza Strip. According to the UN Secretary General, 31 humanitarian missions in the region have been blocked.
Israeli Prime Minister promises $5 million and a safe exit for each hostage released. During a visit to Gaza, Netanyahu announces the successful destruction of Hamas' military capabilities.