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LIVEBLOG: PM blasts Hamas for 'delusional' demands, vows IDF to continue until mission complete

Follow the latest updates on the war here.

by  i24NEWS and ILH Staff
Published on  02-11-2024 07:01
Last modified: 01-16-2025 15:27
LIVEBLOG: PM blasts Hamas for 'delusional' demands, vows IDF to continue until mission completeMarc Israel Sellem

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at a press conference, February 2024 | Photo: Marc Israel Sellem

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February 17, 2024

08:00 PM

PM blasts Hamas for 'delusional' demands, vows IDF to continue until mission complete

07:19 PM

The IDF's operation continues throughout the southern Gaza Strip 

06:59 PM

Israel's release of PA tax funds 'imminent': Norwegian PM

On January 21, Israeli officials said the cabinet had approved a plan for frozen tax funds intended for the Gaza Strip to be retained by Norway instead of being transferred to the Palestinian Authority. "I would say the negotiations are over and we are very close to an agreement," Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store said in an interview with Reuters, saying they had reached a compromise.

06:15 PM

Reservist Uri Yaish succumbed to his injuries after being hit in Friday's terrorist attack in central Israel

The Israeli army announced on Saturday that reservist commander Uri Yaish, 27, from Modi'in, died of his wounds after being hit on Friday in a terrorist gunshot attack at the Ram intersection, located in the center of "Israel between Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. The soldier was part of Combat Engineer Unit 8119, Jerusalem Brigade (16). The Israeli army also reported that two fighters from the Maglan unit, a commando brigade, were seriously injured in fighting in the southern Gaza Strip. Both men were injured in clashes with terrorists in two separate incidents.

05:55 PM

"Negotiations cannot be held while hunger is eating away at the Palestinian people," the Hamas tells Al Jazeera

Hamas suspends ceasefire and hostage deal talks, demands aid to Gaza's north

05:21 PM

IDF begins bombing wave in camps in central Gaza Strip

Strikes carried out near central Gaza's al-Aqsa Hospital - report

05:04 PM

The fact that he put out a statement, the proactivity coming from the Hamas leadership does suggests that they're feeling some pressure'

04:23 PM

Netanyahu's hostage family headquarters: "Hold your press conference at Hostage Square in Tel Aviv"

The headquarters of the hostage families reacted to the announcement regarding the press conference that the Prime Minister is scheduled to hold this evening at 7:30 p.m. in Jerusalem, and said: "Prime Minister Netanyahu, we would be happy for you to hold your conference press on the hostages' square, so you will not ignore the cry of the families. The families invite you, it's important for us."

03:52 PM

US and British attack in Yemen - report

Yemeni channel Al-Masira , affiliated with the Houthi rebels, reported a US British airstrike in the Ras Issa region of Yemen's Hodeidah province.

03:15 PM

German FM Baerbock: Two-state solution requires guarantees October 7 cannot be repeated

02:55 PM

'Exceptional opportunity': Blinken says 'almost every Arab country' wants to normalize ties with Israel

READ MORE HERE

01:21

IDF kills terrorist responsible for rocket launch towards Ashkelon earlier on Saturday from the area of Al-Furqan in northern Gaza

01:01 PM

Hamas blames Israel for lack of negotiations progress, demands complete halt to war

READ MORE HERE

12:23 PM

Airstrike reported in northern Gaza, close to the area where earlier rocket was launched from

11:51 AM

Egypt denies involvement in plan to displace Gazans into Sinai

Earlier reports suggested Cairo is setting up area to shelter Palestinians in the desert area.

11:11 AM

Yemen's Houthis claim targeting British oil tanker Pollux in the Red Sea

10:40 AM

France opens door to recognising Palestinian state

READ MORE HERE

10:08 AM

Rocket alert sirens sound in Ashkelon, southern Israel

One rocket was later stated intercepted.

09:42 AM

IDF confirms strikes at Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon; hits Syrian army's storage facility in southern Syria

During an attack in the area of Jabal Blat, Israeli military said, a terrorist was killed at the scene. Additionally, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported striking a military compound in the area of Bint Jbeil.

IDF artillery overnight struck the area in Syria where the fire towards the southern Golan Heights originated from. Israeli fighter jets also hit a weapons storage facility of the Syrian army in the area of Mhajjah.

09:06 AM

IDF troops arrest 100 suspected terrorists in the Nasser Hospital, Khan Yunis as the raid continues

In the southern Gaza Strip, the Commando Brigade, Shayetet 13, and additional special forces are continuing targeted operations against Hamawithin the Nasser Hospital in Khan Yunis. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported "apprehending" approximately 100 individuals suspected in terrorism.

IDF Spokesperson
IDF troops in Gaza, February 17.IDF Spokesperson

Israel troops are also said to have killed terrorists in the vicinity of the hospital.

Further targeted raids in Khan Yunis allowed the IDF to locate weapons including grenades, explosive devices, and AK-47 rifles.

In central Gaza, Israeli troops reported killing an unspecified number of terrorists during the past day. On one occasion, the IDF soldiers troops identified two Hamas terrorists and directed fighter jet strike at the cell.

IDF Spokesperson
IDF troops in Gaza, February 17.IDF Spokesperson
08:47 AM

UK's Cameron raises Red Sea hostilities with Chinese counterpart, asks to pressure Iran

08:17 AM

US preparing new arms shipment to Israel - report

The report comes as Biden warns against operation in Rafah, citing ongoing negotiations and prospects of long-awaited hostage deal

February 16, 2024

03:06 PM

Netanyahu sends condolences to families, decries attacks as 'not only from Gaza'; rocket alert sirens sound in Ashkelon, southern Israel

"I send heartfelt condolences to the families of those who were murdered in the terrorist attack at Re'em Junction, and am praying for the wounded," Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in a statement.

"This attack reminds us that the entire country is on the frontline and that the murderers, who come not only from Gaza, want to kill us all," he stated.

"We will continue to fight until total victory, with all our might, on every front, everywhere, until we restore the security and quiet for all citizens of Israel," the prime minister concluded.

02:27 PM

MDA updates 2 dead were in critical condition; 2 wounded remain in serious condition and another 2 in moderate

MDA paramedic, Ari Rosenstein, was near the shooting attack when it happened and described the incident in a press statement.

"I was sitting at the entrance to the garage near the scene of the incident and I heard gunshots very close to me. I immediately ran to the scene and noticed a very difficult scene," Rosenstein recalled.

"I noticed at the bus station and near it a number of injured people lying unconscious. I did an initial check, and at the same time I asked my wife to run to our private car to get the first aid kit I have," he continued.

"I called to report to the MDA center, and in a short time, large forces of ambulances, intensive care vehicles and MDA units arrived on the scene and treated the injured and evacuated them to the hospitals," he concluded.

02:20 PM

Palestinian reports reveal identity and picture of terrorist, Fadi Jimjum

02:02 PM

Kaplan Medical Center confirms second victim declared dead

01:45 PM

Israel Police Commissioner Yaakov Shabtai arrives at the scene

01:40 PM

MDA deputy regional director describes victims' conditions in-depth

"We quickly arrived at the scene with large forces, the sight was very difficult, we saw gunshot wounds lying down with some of them unconscious," Nachum David, MDA deputy director of the Lachish region, said in a statement. "We immediately performed a first aid for the wounded."

"A young man about 20 years old was unconscious without a pulse and not breathing with gunshot wounds, we gave him life-saving treatment, we tried to fight for his life and we evacuated him to the hospital during CPR operations," he described.

"Another young man about 20 years old was unconscious and a boy about 16 years old and a man about 65 years old were conscious and suffered from penetrating and severe injuries."

"A woman about 65 years old was in moderate condition, a man about 52 years old who managed to escape from the scene called us near the nearby area of Yad Binyamin."

"We got to him quickly, he was conscious and suffered from a penetrating injury to his body and we also evacuated him to the hospital where his condition is moderate and stable."

01:37 PM

Eye witness tells Army Radio the terrorist disguised himself with yarmulke

01:33 PM

Kaplan Medical Center confirms one victim declared dead on arrival

01:23 PM

Israel Police describe attack as terrorist arriving at a bus station and opening fire from within a vehicle, until neutralized by a civilian

"Following the report, a terrorist who arrived at a bus station apparently in a vehicle, fired at several people, until he was neutralized by a civilian who was there," a police spokesperson stated, "6 injured people were evacuated from the scene in moderate-severe condition."

The police were now scanning the area for any explosives or accomplices, with a large force conducting the searches to rule out if others were involved.

01:21 PM

MDA updates 6 wounded were referred to nearby hospitals

01:15 PM

Nearby Kiryat Malachi announces its emergency response team are deployed at all entrances to the town

A municipal spokesperson also clarified that there was no suspicion of a second terrorist in the area.

13:33 AM

Death toll in Masmia Junction attack rises to 2; several remain seriously injured

Video: The site of the attack / Credit: Yossi Zeliger

13:33 AM

Terrorist attack in bus stop leaves 1 dead, several seriously injured

12:53 AM

Injuries reported in potential terror attack in south

Six people have been injured, including three seriously. Shooting occurred at a bus stop at the Masmia Junction. The terrorist has been neutralized by a soldier who was nearby.

According to reports, the terrorist arrived in a car and after exiting the vehicle began to shoot at civilians waiting at the bus stop with an automatic rifle. It is unclear whether he drove to the bus stop or was driven there by an accomplice.

12:19 AM

WATCH: Inside the Kiryat Shmona home that was directly hit by missile

11:47 AM

IDF arrests 20 terrorists involved in the Oct. 7 massacre during ongoing operation against Hamas in Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) spokesperson, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari said Hamas's "use of hospitals for terrorist activities, firing mortar shells from civilian areas, and for holding hostages" constitute violations of international law.

IDF Spokesperson
Weapons located in the area of the Nasser hospital in Khan Yunis, southwestern Gaza. IDF Spokesperson

11:07 AM

IDF arrests 3 suspects in the West Bank, confiscates terrorist funds

09:39 AM

IDF fighter jets overnight struck a Hezbollah military compound in the town of Qantara in southern Lebanon, killing several terrorists

08:49 AM

IDF publishes photos of terrorists from Nasser Hospital

These are the faces of the 3 Hamas terrorists who hid behind innocent civilians and held Israeli hostages in a hospital.

Terrorism does not belong in hospitals. pic.twitter.com/uyOUjvJ5xl

— Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) February 15, 2024

08:49 AM

IDF reports striking Hamas operational command centers, launch posts across Gaza

Over the past 24 hours, Israeli Air Force is said to have hit Hamas command centers, military structures and launch posts across the Strip.

In southern Gaza, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) troops are stated to continue to targeted raids. In Khan Yunis, the Israeli troops reported killing 12 terrorists.

IDF Spokesperson
IDF troops in Gaza, February 16. IDF Spokesperson

Two terrorists in the area were identified with a drone. After one of the militants opened fire at Israeli UAV, both terrorists were killed. One of the terrorists opened fire at the drone and the two terrorists were killed.

During an operation in central Gaza, Air Forces identified a terrorist cell in proximity to the IDF ground troops and attacked it, killing several.

IDF Spokesperson
IDF troops in Gaza, February 16. IDF Spokesperson

In northern Gaza, IDF troops directed an aircraft hitting several Hamas targets. "

During the strikes, a subordinate of the commander of the Sabra Battalion was killed," read the statement.

08:04 AM

WATCH: Hamas operative admits to Israeli hostages being held and Hamas terrorists hiding behind civilians in Nasser Hospital

Video: Hamas operative admits to Israeli hostages being held and Hamas terrorists hiding behind civilians in Nasser Hospital / Credit: X/@IDF

06:50 AM

IDF announces death of paratrooper in Gaza

He is named as Staff Sgt. Noam Haba, 20, of the Paratroopers Brigade's 202nd Battalion, from Jerusalem. Several other fighters were injured in battle, including seriously.

Haba's death brings the death toll of the IDF ground operation in Gaza to 234

February 15, 2024

06:50 PM

IDF announces death of Staff Sgt. Rotem Sahar Hadar in Gaza

Hadar's death brings the death toll of the IDF ground operation in Gaza to 233

06:08 PM

IDF confirms killing of Hamas commander Ahmed Ghoul, who took part in Oct. 7 massacre and held Cpl. Noa Marciano hostage

05:28 PM

Ambassador Erdan slams UN for 'terror-excusing, Hamas-promoting, and victim-blaming'

05:10 PM

WATCH: Body cam footage shows IDF facing terrorists in Gaza's Khan Younis

Video: Body cam footage shows IDF facing terrorists in Gaza's Khan Younis / Credit: IDF Spokesperson's Unit

04:55 PM

Alerts sound in northern Israel

04:51 PM

CIA chief reportedly visits Israel

04:46 PM

Alerts sound in northern Israel

03:59 PM

i24NEWS Exclusive: IDF finds 6 drones amid UNRWA donations that entered through the Allenby Bridge this week

Israeli border inspectors busted the attempted smuggling from Jordan to the West Bank

READ MORE HERE

03:51 PM

IDF confirms death of Hezbollah's Radwan Force commander in airstrike

Ali Muhammad al-Debes, 48, was eliminated along with his deputy, Hassan Ibrahim Issa, 27.

🔴Overnight, an IDF aircraft struck a Hezbollah military structure in Nabatieh—neutralizing a number of terrorists including: Ali Muhammad Aldbas, a commander in Hezbollah's Radwan Forces and his deputy commander, Ibrahim Issa.

Aldbas was aided in directing the terrorist attack…

— Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) February 15, 2024

Another operative, Hussein Ahmad Aqeel, 36, was also killed.

Ali Muhammad al-Debes (Arab media)

02:51 PM

WATCH: Security footage shows missile land just outside Safed hospital

Video: Security footage shows missile land just outside Safed hospital / Credit: Ziv Medical Center

02:30 PM

Brazil's Lula visits Egypt, says 'no explanation' for Israel's actions in Gaza

01:59 PM

Senior Hezbollah commander eliminated by targeted strike in Lebanon - report

The commander from the Lebanese terrorist organization was reportedly responsible for coordinating with Palestinian factions

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01:47 PM

CENTCOM intercepts large weapons shipment from Iran bound for Houthis

To read more, CLICK HERE.

01:31 PM

Hezbollah-affiliated media reports 3 missiles fired by IDF drone in southern Lebanon

01:24 PM

Alert siren sounds in northern Israel warning of possible hostile aircraft incursion

12:59 PM

Initial reports of launches from Lebanese territory toward Israel border area

12:46 AM

WATCH: IDF operating inside Khan Younis following 'credible intel' Hamas held hostages there

Video: Inside Khan Younis hospital, where IDF is operating following 'credible intel' hostages were held there / Credit: Reuters

12:20 PM

WATCH: IDF operating inside Khan Younis following 'credible intel' Hamas held hostages there

Video: IDF operating inside Khan Younis following 'credible intel' Hamas held hostages there / Credit: x/@IDF

12:03 PM

CENTCOM confirms 4 self-defense strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen

US Central Command (CENTCOM) described the targets as seven mobile anti-ship cruise missiles (ASCM), three mobile unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), and one explosive unmanned surface vessel (USV) that were prepared for launched against ships in the Red Sea.

"CENTCOM identified these mobile missiles, UAVs, and USV in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen and determined it presented an imminent threat to US Navy ships and merchant vessels in the region," CENTCOM posted on X as a daily summary.

12:00 PM

IDF strike Hamas in northern Gaza strongholds in 14-day operation

IDF Spokesperson
IDF troops in the Gaza Strip IDF Spokesperson

To read more, CLICK HERE.

11:43 AM

IDF confirms operating inside hospital in Khan Younis following 'credible intel' Hamas held hostages there

To read more, CLICK HERE.

11:36 AM

Hezbollah vows Israel 'to pay price' after civilians killed in Lebanon

11:33 AM

Hamas leader says any agreement must guarantee ceasefire, withdrawal of IDF from Gaza and 'serious' exchange deal

11:26 AM

Police rule out terrorism, say no shots were fired at the scene of the crash at Glilot Junction. Incident investigated as car rash, drive being interrogated.

Video: The site of the car crash in central Israel / Credit: Israel Police

11:16 AM

Police investigate tractor incident after crash in central Israel raises fear of terror. The incident took place in the Glilot Junction, but it remains unclear if this was a car accident or a deliberate ramming attack by the tractor's driver. Shots were fired at the man, according to witnesses.

08:35 AM

Washington Post reports Biden administration working on peace plan with Arab state to be released in coming weeks, to include recognition of Palestinian state

07:35 AM

IDF orders closure of several roads in northern Israel, following deadly attack; at least 11 reported dead in Lebanon, following retaliatory IDF strikes for Wednesday's rocket attacks

06:38 AM

Russia, China accuse US and UK that strikes on Houthis violate UN Security Council instructions

04:24 AM

Canada, New Zealand and Australia release joint statement of concern over Israeli 'intention' for expanded operation in Rafah, Gaza's southernmost city

03:39 AM

Israeli defense minister speaks to American counterpart on hostage rescue and 'ongoing efforts to secure the release of all remaining hostages held by Hamas'

02:28 AM

US Congress votes 418-0 to pass resolution condemning Hamas sexual violence, only Representative Rashida Tlaib avoids it by saying 'present' 

01:26 AM

Biden extends visas for Palestinians in US

February 14, 2024

01:54 PM

IDF begins extensive wave of airstrikes in southern Lebanon in response to the large barrage of rockets fired towards northern Israel

01:38 PM

The Prime Ministers of Ireland and Spain have asked EU Commission to investigate Israel's human rights compliance in Gaza

01:12 PM

Palestinians, PIJ operating as part of Hezbollah on northern border - report

01:00 PM

PA President Abbas calls on Hamas to reach a ceasefire, hostage deal before IDF operation expands to Rafah

12:31 PM

Despite police detaining some activists, protestors manage to block trucks from crossing into Gaza

12:14 PM

Ziv Medical Center updates one wounded from rocket barrage will be airlifted to hospital with neurosurgery department

12:00 PM

Ben-Gvir decries latest deadly barrage toward northern Israel, calls for change in 'conception'

"This is not a trickle, it's war. It's time to leave behind the conception in the north as well," Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir posted on X, following a rocket barrage that killed one and wounded eight in northern Israel.

Ben-Gvir reportedly also requested a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss his concerns.

11:50 AM

UK's Cameron warns Israel to ensure aid reaches civilians in Gaza

11:32 AM

IDF preparing significant response for morning barrage from Lebanese territory - according to Israeli media

11:01 AM
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10:42 AM

Ziv Medical Center updates 8 wounded received, 1 currently in serious condition

10:24 AM

IDF raids 'significant terrorist targets' as operations continue across Gaza

10:20 AM

Military spokesperson confirms 'launches were identified crossing from Lebanon' toward northern Israel, and 'into an IDF base'; Striking source of fire

10:15 AM

1 wounded woman succumbs to wounds, seven remain injured

Video: The aftermath of the barrage on northern Israel on February 14, 2024 / Credit: David Cohen / JINI

09:54 AM

Rocket alert sirens sound in northern Israel, near Lebanon border

09:52 AM

Ziv Medical Center in Safed reports 5 wounded arrived, 2 more on the way

09:40 AM

Paramedics conclude conditions as 7 total wounded, 3 moderate and 4 light

Magen David Adom (MDA) paramedics concluded seven individuals were wounded in the heavy barrage toward northern Israel, their conditions were described as three in moderate and four in light.

09:31 AM

Paramedics update on conditions of wounded: 2 in moderate condition

Magen David Adom (MDA) paramedics updated two wounded were in moderate condition, all five were conscious and with injuries to their limbs.

09:25 AM

Barrage in northern Israel: Paramedics report 5 wounded, 1 in moderate and 4 in light condition

Magen David Adom (MDA) paramedics reported medical treatment was given to five people wounded by a direct hit in Safed, during the latest barrage to northern Israel. The wounded were referred to hospital and included one in moderate condition and four in light condition.

09:17 AM

Third barrage toward northern Israel: Sirens sound in Safed and Upper Galilee

09:15 AM

Initial reports of a direct hit in Safed, northern Israel

Magen David Adom (MDA) Director-General informed of a report from Safed that there was a direct hit in the city.

09:13 AM

Barrage again toward northern Israel: Sirens sound in Safed and Upper Galilee

09:06 AM

Barrage toward northern Israel: Sirens sound in Safed and Upper Galilee area

09:04 AM

Rocket alert sirens sound in northern Israel, near Lebanon border

08:14 AM

US not planning reprimand if Israel proceeds with Rafah op without ensuring civilian safety - report

07:49 AM

Hostages, families flying to Netherlands to file complaint at ICC in The Hague again Hamas leaders

07:20 AM

Israel proposes three Palestinian prisoners for each hostage in Gaza - report

Sources close to the negotiations told the pro-Hezbollah Lebanese newspaper Al-Akhbar that the Israeli delegation proposed in Cairo that three Palestinian prisoners would be released in exchange for each hostage, similar to the last deal.

02:22 AM

Talks in Cairo continue with lower level officials, summit was positive - New York Times report

01:26 AM

US Vice President meets Jordanian King, discuss developments in Gaza and reaffirming position on Rafah

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February 13, 2024

08:20 PM

Cairo hostage negotiation summit has finished - report

The Israeli delegation is on its way back from Egypt after discussions with Qatar, Egypt, and the United States

07:55 PM

Israeli minister Smotrich orders withholding of flour shipments from UNRWA in Gaza

07:25 PM

Israel says it has not received proposal from France on proposal  to push Hezbollah from northern border - Israeli media report

07:10 PM

"We need to push him to a position that he'll be forced to succumb to some deal"

06:52 PM

National Security spokesman John Kirby says US has not seen Israel's plan for Rafah

"Any credible plan that could be executable would have to take into account their physical movement, safe movement, as well as proper sustenance for them – food, water, medicine, access to healthcare"

06:22 PM

WATCH: Rescued hostage express gratitude to security forces who freed them

06:17 PM

White House says the US has see no reason or proof to believe that the American hostages being held by Hamas in Gaza are not alive

05:49 PM

Israel has footage of Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar in the tunnels in Khan Yunis with his wife and children - report

05:42 PM

Israeli delegation arrives in Cairo for continued war negotiations

Israeli authorities emphasize that any progress will depend on Hamas's willingness to engage in meaningful dialogue

Video: The Israeli forces as they raid the complex where hostages were held / Credit: Israel Police

05:20 PM

IDF strikes Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon after rocket fire into northern Israel left mother and son wounded earlier Tuesday

04:55 PM

Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah speaks on conflict with Israel

"If Israel tries to use force to make 100,000 Israelis go back home to the north, I tell them you will not bring anyone back home, but you will send two million (more Israelis) to hotels, schools, camps"

04:46 PM

UNRWA chief warns against 'short-sighted' agency closure

Lazzarini's comments come amidst mounting pressure on UNRWA following allegations of staff involvement in the October 7 Hamas massacre

04:23 PM

In depth: US Senate passes $95 billion aid package for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan

"With this bill, the Senate declares that American leadership will not waiver, will not falter, will not fail," Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer affirmed

03:54 PM

South Africa seeks ICC intervention to block Israeli offensive against Hamas in Rafah, southern Gaza

03:22 PM

Targeted strike on a vehicle in Gaza City kills 4 - Palestinian reports

03:06 PM

UN agency says no notification from Israel was given on evacuation of Rafah

02:56 PM

France follows UK, US adopting sanctions against 28 'violent Israeli settlers'

The French Foreign Minister announced on Tuesday that France adopted sanctions against "extremist Israeli settlers who are guilty of violence against Palestinian civilians in the West Bank."

"As such, 28 individuals are subject to an administrative ban from French territory," the statement explained, adding "France reaffirms its firm condemnation of this unacceptable violence. As we have stated on numerous occasions, it is the responsibility of the Israeli authorities to put an end to it and prosecute its perpetrators."

READ MORE HERE

02:37 PM

Israel arrests Hamas commander Omar Fayed in Jenin, two Israeli fighters wounded during operation

Israel Police Spokesperson
Israel's special undercover unit.Israel Police Spokesperson

02:25 PM

Rambam Hospital confirms mother and son in serious but not 'life-threatening' condition following attack in northern Israel

02:03 PM

Progress toward ceasefire, hostage agreement ahead of talks - report

Israel and Hamas made progress toward a deal for a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages, two sources told The Associated Press.

01:57 PM

Mossad chief with Israeli delegation land in Cairo for ceasefire, hostage negotiations - report

01:52 PM

Hamas approves PA President Abbas establishing technocratic government - report

Hamas approved the formation of a technocratic government by Palestinian Authority (PA) President Mahmoud, according to Sky News Arabia.

01:44 PM

US Senate passes $95.3 billion aid package for Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan; Second stage in Congress reportedly shaky

01:33 PM

Factions in Gaza 'keen' to make ceasefire deal without gains for Israel - report

01:12 PM

Israel plans humanitarian zones sprawling across Gaza coastline as solution for Rafah - report

12:41 PM

Iranian FM Amirabdollahian meets Hamas political bureau chairman Haniyeh in Qatar

12:06 PM

Egypt proposed to Israel to direct displaced Palestinians to central Gaza, especially Deir al-Balah, and to declare it a 'safe zone' - Lebanese Al-Akhbar

11:40 AM

IAEA chief Gossi: 'We fear that the current conflict in the Middle East will expand and have nuclear dimensions'

11:35 AM

Rocket impact in northern Israel: 15 year old in serious condition, woman in 40s moderately wounded

11:24 AM

Initial reports of 2 seriously wounded by rocket impact in Israeli city of Kiryat Shmona

Magen David Adom (MDA) Director-General Eli Bin gave an initial report of two seriously wounded by a rocket impact in the northern Israeli city of Kiryat Shmona.

Paramedics updated 2 conscious patients were being treated with limb injuries.

11:24 AM

Initial reports of 2 seriously wounded by rocket impact in Israeli city of Kiryat Shmona

11:10 AM

Sirens sound in northern Israeli city of Kiryat Shmona

10:58 AM

Israeli foreign minister rebukes calls to limit defense sales as strengthening Hamas after EU foreign policy chief suggests 'providing less arms' to Israel

10:29 AM

Hezbollah claims responsibility for earlier firing toward Israel

10:13 AM

Kremlin says PA's Abbas has 'standing invitation' to Moscow

09:44 AM

Will Hezbollah agree to French proposal to avoid wider regional war?

09:27 AM

Latest report indicates security incidents in the West Bank were related

09:07 AM

Initial report of second security incident in the West Bank, terrorist neutralized

09:01 AM

IDF strengthens 'operational control' of Khan Younis area in Gaza, killing over 30 terrorists

IDF Spokesperson
IDF troops operating in the Gaza Strip.IDF Spokesperson

The IDF said its troops continued operational activities in western Khan Younis over the past day, during its daily briefing.

"IDF troops killed over 30 terrorists and strengthened operational control of the area with targeted raids on terrorist infrastructure, sniper ambushes and patrols," the military said in the statement.

"In central Gaza, IDF troops killed approximately ten terrorists over the past day. During the activity, the troops identified a terrorist cell entering a compound from where an anti-tank missile was being prepared to fire at IDF troops. Within a few minutes, an IDF fighter jet targeted and killed the terrorists," it added.

08:50 AM

Initials reports of car ramming attack in West Bank, terrorist neutralized

08:21 AM

Reports of rocket fire toward northern Israeli community of Margaliot, minor damage to area hit but no casualties

07:58 AM

US President, King of Jordan urge to avoid 'catastrophe' in Gaza's Rafah

07:29 AM

IDF announces death of 3 soldiers, raising toll of Gaza ground operation to 232

Lieutenant colonel Netanel Yaacov Elkouby (L), Sergeant first class Ziv Chen, and Major Yair CohenIDF Spokesperson

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06:59 AM

Rocket alert sirens sound in Gaza border communities

04:12 AM

CENTCOM confirms Houthi missile attack at commercial ships in Red Sea area

06:15 AM

IDF announces 3 KIAs in Gaza fighting: 

Major (res.) Yair Cohen; Sergeant First Class (res.) Ziv Chen; Lieutenant Colonel (res.) Netanel Yaacov Elkouby

IDF Spokesperson

February 12, 2024

11:45 PM

US President Biden: Israeli operations in Rafah "should not proceed without a credible plan" for civilians' safety.

Abdullah: "We cannot afford an Israeli attack on Rafah. It is certain to produce another humanitarian catastrophe."

11:21 PM

Israeli Mossad delegation to meet with CIA director Burns, Egyptian spy chief Abbas Kamel & Qatar PM in Cairo - report

11:00 PM

Israeli war planes hit Talloussa, Lebanon

The IDF said that its "fighter jets attacked terrorist infrastructure belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization in the Tallousa region a short time ago. Also, during the day, a military building in the Leidah area was attacked by fighter jets. In addition, IDF forces attacked an observation post belonging to the organization in the Khiam area with mortar fire."

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10:23 PM

CIA chief announces meetings with officials from Israel, Qatar and Egypt in Cairo tomorrow

09:59 PM

US President Biden and the First Lady welcomed King Abdullah II and Queen Rania Al Abdullah of Jordan

09:24 PM

UNRWA head, Philippe Lazzarini accuses IDF troops of shooting humanitarian workers in Gaza

09:17 PM

Despite warnings not to go into Rafah, Israel rescued 2 hostages captive in the area

08:49 PM

US State Department spokesman Matt Miller said Israel was "well within its rights" to carry out operations to rescue the hostages

He adds that the operation "should in no way affect the negotiations" underway to obtain the release of the 134 remaining hostages

08:06 PM

 Moment of rescue: New footage from the overnight operation 'Golden Hand'

07:57 PM

"President Biden and King Abdullah II will discuss the current situation in Gaza and efforts to bring a lasting end to the crisis," White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said

King Abdullah II left Jordan for a tour of the United States, Canada, France and Germany. According to the official statement, "the aim of the visit is to mobilize international support for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza."

07:31 PM

'Dozens of Shin Bet members behind operation to free the hostages'

Tonight we worked shoulder to shoulder together with the soldiers of the Navy and the IDF in the heart of Rafah and returned home Fernando Merman and Louis Har, who were kidnapped by Hamas on October 7th," an unnamed senior commander of the Shin Bet security agency said, remarking on last night's operation to free the hostages.

"Dozens of Shin Bet members are behind the operation – intelligence personnel from the Shin Bet's southern area, technology personnel, coordinators and operations personnel who worked together to realize this operation.

"We acted this way in the operation to rescue the soldier Uri Magidish from the Gaza Strip and this is how we acted tonight as well."

Magidish is a female soldier rescued early on in Israel's operations against Hamas and other terrorist groups in the Gaza Strip. As of now, only the three hostages have ben released in military operations.

"Our fighters acted bravely, with courage, and from a deep sense of mission for the return of the abductees. This is our mission and we are determined to complete it."

06:59 PM

ICC prosecutor 'deeply concerned' about Rafah operation

Karim Khan, prosecutor for the International Criminal Court, said his "office is actively investigating any crimes allegedly committed. Those who are in breach of the law will be held accountable."

06:12 PM

Rabin Medical Center reports treatment of wounded IDF troops

During the day, 4 soldiers were evacuated from the combat zones by helicopters. All four are in moderate condition.

06:05 PM

US Secretary Blinken to deliver speech on hostage diplomacy

The Secretary's remarks will be followed by two panels discussing hostage diplomacy as a threat to international security and how the international community responds to and deters state actors who arbitrarily detain individuals for diplomatic leverage

05:39 PM

Education Ministry says schools in Sderot to open on March 3

05:24 PM

Following the safe rescue of the 2 hostages held captive by Hamas, Sheba Medical Center Dep. Dir. General Prof. Arnon Afek discusses their medical condition and treatment

Following the safe rescue of the 2 hostages held captive by #Hamas, Sheba Medical Center Dep. Dir. General Prof. Arnon Afek discusses their medical condition and treatments

'The main issue is overcoming the psychological trauma they underwent... We'll start a long journey of… pic.twitter.com/l6tqVKvXFo

— i24NEWS English (@i24NEWS_EN) February 12, 2024

04:49 PM

"This is one of the most successful operations in Israel's history" PM Netanyahu tells IDF troops who saved hostages

PM Netanyahu and Minister of National Security Ben-Gvir met the fighters of the unit who brought back the abductees Fernando Marman and Louis Har during the rescue operation Rafah in Gaza

04:39 PM

Swastika gratified on Hebrew University campus, along with 'stop the genocide in Gaza'

"The matter was dealt with immediately and the writing was erased upon discovery," Hebrew University says

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04:21 PM

WATCH: Aerial footage of the IDF raid in Rafah

Video: Aerial footage of the IDF raid in Rafah / Credit: IDF Spokesperson's Unit

03:56 PM

Egyptian foreign minister declares that "peace with Israel will continue to exist"

03:51 PM

Netanyahu meets his Dutch counterpart Mark Rutte

The Israeli Prime Minister met his Dutch counterpart Mark Rutte in Jerusalem. The two leaders discussed the progress of the fighting in the Gaza Strip, with Benjamin Netanyahu emphasizing that the IDF would also fight the Hamas battalions in Rafah, and that it would go to the end to ensure a "total victory".

03:21 PM

Rocket alert sirens sound in northern Israel

02:54 PM

IDF releases photos of Benjamin Netanyahu, Yoav Gallant in the 'Golden Hand' operation room 

The operation was conducted by Shin Bet and IDF along with the police commissioner and Air Force commander.

IDF Spokesperson
Benjamin Netanyahu, Yoav Gallant during the 'Golden Hand' operation on February 12.IDF Spokesperson
IDF Spokesperson
'Golden Hand' operation command room on February 12.IDF Spokesperson

02:23 PM

Britain sanctions 4 Israelis over 'aggression' against Palestinians in West Bank

02:18 PM

WATCH: Israelis welcome news of freed hostages, call to release the rest in captivity

Video: Israelis welcome news of freed hostages, call to release the rest in captivity / Credit: Reuters

01:45 PM

IDF strikes Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon, including vehicle with terrorists in the area of Maroun El Ras

According to the Israeli military, a number of terrorist infrastructure were destroyed in the areas of al-Adisa and Khiam. Two military structures and a military site are said to have been hit in the areas of Tayr Harfa and Maroun El Ras.

01:17 PM

National Information Directorate updates information on the current number of hostages remaining in Gaza

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Video: IDF spokesperson updates media on rescue mission / Credit: X/@idf

12:36 PM

Netherlands court orders halt to export of F-35 jet parts to Israel

"It is undeniable that there is a clear risk the exported F-35 parts are used in serious violations of international humanitarian law"

12:35 PM

WATCH: The two hostages reunited with their families after daring IDF raid

11:33 AM

Hezbollah official targeted in strike in Lebanon- report

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11:10 AM

Rocket alert sirens sound in Ein HaBesor near Gaza border, first in four days

11:03 AM

Vehicle hit by targeted drone strike in southern Lebanon - local reports

10:28 AM

UK maritime agency confirms vessel targeted off coast of Yemen, reports minor damage and no casualties

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🔴 UK maritime agency confirms vessel targeted off coast of Yemen, reports minor damage and no casualties

— i24NEWS English (@i24NEWS_EN) February 12, 2024

10:04 AM

Netanyahu salutes hostages rescue, says 'only military pressure will result in the release of all our abductees'

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🔴Israeli Prime Minister @netanyahu posts statement following hostage rescue mission:

"Fernando and Luis: Welcome home.

I salute our brave warriors for the bold action that led to their liberation. Only the continuation of military pressure, until complete victory, will result…

— i24NEWS English (@i24NEWS_EN) February 12, 2024

09:53 AM

Hezbollah chief Nasrallah met with Palestinian Islamic Jihad's (PIJ) Nakhaleh - Hezbollah statement

09:08 AM

US President Biden welcomes King of Jordan Abdullah II to discuss efforts to free hostages amid fears over IDF operation in Rafah

08:37 AM

Hamas-run Ministry of Health claims 100 killed in overnight hostilities in Rafah

⭕️Video shared by local Palestinians on Telegram purports to show the building that 2 Israeli hostages were rescued from in Rafah which was destroyed by an airstrike just after the targeted operation pic.twitter.com/20XAHMpkvF

— i24NEWS English (@i24NEWS_EN) February 12, 2024

08:27 AM

World reacts to rescue of two hostages, finally reunited with family members released from captivity back in November

READ MORE HERE

Sheba Hospital details the health conditions of the two rescued hostages after 129 days in #Gaza pic.twitter.com/ZyYK9kQ2Iu

— i24NEWS English (@i24NEWS_EN) February 12, 2024

08:15 AM

Vessel reports missile attack off Yemen's coast

UKMTO WARNING

INCIDENT 029 Update 001 https://t.co/XsgrK5uW2N#MaritimeSecurity #MarSec pic.twitter.com/DqP9vcptKg

— United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) (@UK_MTO) February 12, 2024

6:31 AM

IDF announces a successful mission to rescue 2 hostages held in Rafah: Fernando Simon Marman (60) and Louis Har (70).

Louis Norberto Har (right), 70, and Fernando Marman, 60 Courtesy

Video: Relative of rescued hostages 'shocked' by their 'unexpected' rescue / Credit: Reuters

6:31 AM

IDF announces death of two soldiers in Rafah fighting: Sergeant First Class Adi Eldor and Sergeant First Class (res.) Alon Kleinman

Sergeant First Class Adi Eldor (right) and Sergeant First Class (res.) Alon Kleinman

February 11, 2024

2:31 PM

Egypt reportedly tells Hamas Israel to advance to Rafah in 2 weeks if no deal emerges

12:31 PM

Man arrested for alleged incitement on TikTok to murder Netanyahu 

To read more, CLICK HERE.

12:00 PM

IDF deepens impact on Hamas battalion in West Khan Younis, eliminating about 100 terrorists

IDF Spokesperson
IDF troops from the Givati Brigade operating in the West Khan Yunis area of the Gaza Strip. IDF Spokesperson
11:58 AM

Senior Hamas official says an Israeli attack on Rafah will blow up hostage negotiations - report

To read more, CLICK HERE.

11:25 AM

Gallant: Using Hamas intelligence against them, will bring us closer to 'realistic' hostage deal

Israel Defense Forces Spokesperson's Unit
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant (C) Israel Defense Forces Spokesperson's Unit

To read more, CLICK HERE.

10:48 AM

Families of October 7 hostages to file complaint against Hamas at ICC - report

To read more, CLICK HERE.

10:31 AM

Egypt's finance minister says revenue loss from Red Sea attacks could be 'absorbed' due to previous growth

10:14 AM

Israel's Attorney General sends letter to Government Secretary, saying decisions are being made improperly which impact economy and security

Miriam Alster/Flash90
Israel's Attorney General Gali Baharav Miara in Tel Aviv.Miriam Alster/Flash90

To read more, CLICK HERE.

10:01 AM

IDF and Shin Bet arrest 8 terrorists, uncover explosives lab in West Bank

To read more, CLICK HERE.

09:39 AM

2 Arab Israelis indicted for sending photos of military site to Hamas to use as targets for rockets

Rami Habibullah and Khaled Saleh (Israel Police)
Rami Habibullah and Khaled Saleh (Israel Police)

To read the full details, CLICK HERE.

09:21 AM

IDF reports on operations in southern, central Gaza; Weapon depots destroyed and dozens of terrorists eliminated over past day

09:06 AM

Social worker tells Ynet 'biggest fear of patients was to be raped - not death' 

08:50 AM

Israel Police detain 18 protestors who refused to disperse from Kerem Shalom crossing

08:38 AM

Netanyahu says 'victory within reach' ahead of planned push on Rafah in south Gaza

Video poster

To read more, CLICK HERE.

08:15 AM

Netanyahu to ABC News: We're going to get the remaining Hamas terrorist battalions in Rafah

08:01 AM

Israel Police disperse dozens of protestors who camped at Kerem Shalom crossing to prevent aid from entering Gaza as hostages still held by Hamas

07:32 AM

Egypt may allow trucks to enter Gaza without Israeli inspection – report

Amid heightened diplomatic tensions and protests at Israel's crossings into Gaza, there was reportedly a concern that Egypt will start allowing trucks to enter the Strip through the Rafah crossing without Israeli inspection.

The coordination over the entry of trucks into Gaza that was implemented between Israel and Egypt since the Hamas-led October was unprecedented, but the IDF warned of a possible disruption as a security risk, according to Ynet.

03:24 AM

UK Foreign Secretary says 'deeply concerned' about military offensive in Rafah

"Deeply concerned about the prospect of a military offensive in Rafah – over half of Gaza's population are sheltering in the area," British Foreign Secretary, David Cameron, posted on X.

"The priority must be an immediate pause in the fighting to get aid in and hostages out, then progress towards a sustainable, permanent ceasefire," he concluded.

01:29 AM

Israeli air defenses activated after projectile launched toward Kadarim, in the Upper Galilee; interception successful. Range of firing was rare, as it is in the southern part of the Upper Galilee. 

01:20 AM

Suspicious aerial target intercepted in Upper Galilee, according Israeli media

01:07 AM

Rocket alert sirens sound in northern Israeli communities

12:43 AM

EU foreign policy chief echoes 'warning' on Israeli offensive on Rafah

"I echo the warning by several EU member states that an Israeli offensive on Rafah would lead to an unspeakable humanitarian catastrophe and grave tensions with Egypt," European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell Fontelles posted on X.

"Resuming negotiations to free hostages and suspend hostilities is the only way to avert a bloodshed," he concluded.

12:28 AM

Dutch Foreign Minister says 'situation in Rafah is very worrying'

"The situation in Rafah is very worrying. Many civilians in Gaza have fled south. Hard to see how large-scale military operations in such a densely populated area would not lead to many civilian casualties and a bigger humanitarian catastrophe. This is unjustifiable," Dutch Foreign Minister Hanke Bruins Slot posted on X.

"It is of the utmost importance that negotiations quickly lead to a temporary humanitarian ceasefire, and eventually to a sustained cessation of hostilities. This is also essential to all the hostages, who must be unconditionally released as soon as possible," she concluded.

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