Gazans Demand End to 18 Years of Hamas Rule
Most protests have been small, but they represent the boldest challenge to the group’s authority by Palestinians since the Hamas-led Oct. 7, 2023, attack on Israel and the ensuing war.
Gazans Protest Against Hamas and War for a Second Day
The demonstrations, a rare show of dissent, appeared to have spread, reflecting frustration at the breakdown of a cease-fire with Israel. “We want to live,” said one supporter.
An Israeli Hostage Released From Gaza Campaigns for the Release of Others
Trepidation over the fate of other captives has left Ilana Gritzewsky little time for self-healing after her own violent abduction.
Trump’s Attempts to Resolve Global Conflicts Quickly Face Diplomatic Reality
Allies say the foreign policy version of “flood the zone” is working. But critics argue that the hurry-up approach in Israel, Ukraine and Iran may not lead to stable, durable…
Israel Tries to Pressure Hamas to Free More Hostages
Israel’s defense minister said it was preparing to seize more territory in Gaza and intensify attacks unless the Palestinian group freed more of the dozens of remaining captives.
Israel Expands Gaza Ground Offensive as Hamas Fires Rockets at Tel Aviv
A two-month cease-fire in Gaza collapsed this week amid a renewed Israeli bombardment. The fighting now looks as if it is sliding back to full-scale war.
After Israeli Strike Kills More Than 400, Palestinians Tally the Dead
For two months, a cease-fire spared Palestinians the grim task of identifying bodies. With Israel resuming its assault, they are back at it.
Israeli Ground Forces Seize Part of Gaza Corridor, Raising Pressure on Hamas
The military said it took over part of a major corridor that bisects the enclave, in the most significant ground operation since the collapse of a cease-fire with Hamas.
Israeli Strikes on Gaza Kills Over 400, in Breakdown of Cease-Fire
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said he had ordered the aerial attacks after Hamas’s “repeated refusal” to release the remaining hostages it holds. “This is just the beginning,” he said.
Less Than Half of the 59 Hostages in Gaza Believed to be Alive
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Tuesday’s attack on Gaza came after Hamas said no to the latest proposals by mediators, which included releasing the remaining captives.