An Israeli airstrike killed a family of six in Gaza City on Tuesday, according to Palestinian health officials. The Israeli military confirmed the strike and said it was targeting a Hamas operative while reviewing the outcome. Medics said the strike hit a home in Gaza City’s Sabra neighbourhood, setting it on fire. They identified the […]
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Hamas names Khalil Al-Hayya as new chief
Hamas has named Khalil Al-Hayya as its overall leader, according to a statement from the Hamas on Monday, in a move an analyst says could signal a tougher stance by the group towards disarmament calls. Hayya replaces Yahya Sinwar, who was killed in combat with Israeli forces in October 2024 as Hamas fought a full-scale, […]
Hamas dissolves Gaza governing body
Palestinian movement Hamas announced Monday the dissolution of the body that has governed the Gaza Strip for nearly two decades, clearing the way for a technocratic committee to implement civilian rule. The move marks a significant political shift by Hamas, which has run Gaza since its fighters seized control from rival Palestinian movement Fatah in […]
Ghalibaf rejects Israel, backs resistance groups
Iranian Parliament Speaker and senior negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Iran will never recognise Israel and will continue supporting Muslims and regional resistance groups through political and military means. Speaking during meetings in Tehran, he said major differences with the United States remain despite a recently signed memorandum of understanding. His remarks reaffirmed Iran’s longstanding […]
Israeli navy intercepts Gaza aid flotilla
The Israeli navy has intercepted the Samoud flotilla, a humanitarian mission carrying aid intended for Gaza, according to organisers of the operation. The aid group said several boats in the flotilla were surrounded by Israeli speedboats while travelling in the Mediterranean Sea. Organisers claimed that activists and aid workers aboard the vessels were detained during […]
Gaza participated in municipal elections first time in more than two decades
Residents of Gaza participated in municipal elections on Saturday, marking the first time in more than two decades that voters in the enclave have cast ballots. The vote took place in Deir el-Balah, the only location in Gaza included in the latest phase of Palestinian local elections, despite ongoing conflict and humanitarian challenges. Read More: […]
Hamas urges Iran to avoid targeting neighbors
GAZA CITY, Palestine — Palestinian Islamist movement Hamas on Saturday called on Iran to refrain from striking neighboring countries, even as it reaffirmed Tehran’s right to defend itself against Israel and the United States. Read More: Trump-Netanyahu meeting: Iran warned, Hamas challenged In a statement, Hamas emphasized that while Iran has the right to respond to attacks “by all […]
Hamas nears selection of new leader amid Gaza conflict
GAZA CITY (Palestinian territory) – Hamas is in the final stage of selecting a new leader, with two senior figures, Khaled Meshaal and Khalil al-Hayya, competing for the position, a senior Hamas official told AFP on Sunday. The movement recently formed a new Shura Council of over 80 members and an 18-member political bureau to […]
Israeli police arrest Al-Aqsa Mosque imam amid rising tensions
Israeli authorities have arrested Sheikh Mohammed al-Abbasi, the imam of Al-Aqsa Mosque, from inside the mosque’s courtyards, Palestinian sources reported on Monday evening. No official reason for the detention was provided. Read More: Al–Aqsa preacher’s voice echoes across Jerusalem devoid of ramadan crowds According to the Palestinian news agency Wafa, the arrest comes amid escalating […]
Netanyahu skeptical despite Trump pushing for Iran deal
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Thursday that while US President Donald Trump believes he is creating the conditions for a “good deal” with Iran, Netanyahu remains skeptical about the potential agreement’s quality. Read More: Netanyahu to press Trump on Iran, Gaza talks Speaking after his seventh meeting with Trump since the US president returned to office, Netanyahu stressed that […]