IDF airstrikes slam Hezbollah & Hamas sites across south Lebanon—Al-Manara homes damaged, Aanan targeted after evac warnings. Ceasefire tested as Israel vows to dismantle terror network.

IDF Airstrikes Hit Hezbollah, Hamas Positions in South Lebanon 

Israel launched airstrikes across southern Lebanon targeting Hezbollah and Hamas sites, as stated by the IDF amid ongoing border tensions.


Israel Strikes Lebanon: IDF Says Targeted Hezbollah, Hamas Sites

#Gravitas Official government figures show that over 69,000 Israelis left the country in 2025. A second straight year in which more people exited than entered. 


What’s driving Israelis to leave the country 

Israel has revealed new technology it deployed in Gaza and other battlefields in the last two years of war, and a laser it will begin to deploy to intercept missiles.


Israel's new weapon in Gaza unmasked: Armored carriers packed with explosives

Israeli forces are carrying out large-scale demolitions in the occupied West Bank, with bulldozers and cranes tearing through residential and commercial buildings. The operation has drawn sharp reactions amid ongoing tensions in the region, raising concerns over displacement, humanitarian impact, and the future of Israeli-Palestinian relations. 

Israel Demolishes Buildings In West Bank: Bulldozers & Cranes Tear Through

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a fresh warning to Iran, saying Washington could support another major strike if Tehran resumes rebuilding its ballistic missile or nuclear weapons programs. Speaking after meeting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at his Mar-a-Lago residence, Trump also turned up pressure on Hamas, warning of severe consequences if the group does not disarm. The remarks come as the Gaza ceasefire shows signs of strain and efforts to move to its second phase remain stalled. Iran has rejected Trump’s warnings, insisting it has the right to defend itself and cautioning that its response could be “unexpected.”


Trump Threatens Fresh Strikes on Iran as Gaza Truce Falters, Iran Hits Back With Warning

US President Donald Trump dismissed differences with Israel over the Gaza ceasefire on Dec. 29, saying he was unconcerned by Israeli actions. Standing with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump warned Hamas must disarm quickly or face consequences. Reports say Israeli strikes have killed hundreds since the truce was declared.

Israel-Gaza War: 10 Countries Warn Of Catastrophic Gaza Situation

Israel-Gaza War: Trump 'Not Concerned' About Israeli Strikes in Gaza

Gaza is facing severe winter weather, with relentless rain and freezing temperatures affecting thousands of displaced residents. Humanitarian agencies warn of worsening conditions as shelters struggle to cope with flooding and cold. This video covers the impact on families, ongoing relief efforts, and the urgent need for support to protect Gaza’s most vulnerable populations during the harsh winter storm.

Gaza Floods: Heavy Rain WORSENS Winter Misery in Gaza Leaving Palestinians Freezing in Tents

Thousands of people have gathered in Bethlehem on Christmas Eve for the first public celebrations since 2022 after the city cancelled or muted festivities for two years out of respect for the thousands killed during Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza.


Bethlehem marks Christmas amid fragile Gaza ceasefire 

Israel’s Defence Minister has vowed to establish new military outposts in Gaza as the government moves to extend a controversial law banning foreign media coverage. The announcement comes amid escalating tensions, continued military operations, and growing international scrutiny. Critics warn the measures could further restrict press freedom and deepen the humanitarian crisis, while Israeli officials say the steps are necessary for national security and operational control.

Israel Defence Minister Vows To Set Up Gaza Outposts: Law To Ban Foreign Media, Extended 

A special state commission investigating the events of the October 7 massacre, formed of a balanced representation between the coalition and opposition, is the correct way to learn what happened, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed on Monday.

Israel-Hamas War: Benjamin Netanyahu Backs 'Balanced' October 7 Inquiry

As Gaza remains devastated by war and a deepening humanitarian crisis, Israel has approved 19 new settlements in the West Bank. The decision comes as the Trump administration unveils a sweeping and controversial blueprint to transform Gaza into a futuristic international hub, raising sharp questions about regional stability, international law, and the future of the conflict.


Israel Approves 19 New Settlements in West Bank After U.S. Drafts Gaza Blueprint

Hamas must given a deadline for relinquishing its weapons, after which Israel will have a green light to return to combat operations across the Gaza Strip, US Senator Lindsey Graham told The Times of Israel on Sunday.

“Put them on the clock,” said the South Carolina Republican, speaking from a Tel Aviv hotel. “If they don’t disarm in a credible way, then unleash Israel on ’em.”

Gaza ceasefire: US Senator warns Hamas and Hezbollah

Palestinians in Gaza are slowly bringing back Christmas celebrations after more than two years of war. The Holy Family Church in Gaza City gathered this week to decorate the church.

Palestinian Christians Attend Mass in Gaza Ahead of Christmas

A US proposal to rebuild war-torn Gaza into a high-tech, luxurious coastal destination over the next two decades has been pitched to possible donor countries, according to a report on Friday.

Trump Administration Plans To Transform Gaza Into High-Tech City

Israeli intelligence officials estimate that around 20,000 Hamas fighters remain active despite ongoing military operations. The assessment sheds light on the current strength of Hamas and the challenges facing efforts to stabilize the region. 

Hamas Moves Fast to Fill Gaza Vacuum After Israel Pulls Back

Dozens of motorcyclists have returned to Gaza’s sand dunes, reviving a motorsport tradition that was halted by the war. The riders roared across the dunes, marking a restart of racing activities that had stopped due to the war.


Israel-Gaza War: Motorsport Returns to Gaza as Bikers Race Across Sand Dunes After War Halt

Two Palestinians were killed in the occupied West Bank amid fresh tensions, as security operations and clashes were reported in the area. Authorities are investigating the incident while the situation on the ground remains tense.


Occupied West Bank Sees Fresh Violence, Two Palestinians Killed

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said Washington is thankful to Pakistan for “offering” to consider joining a proposed international stabilisation force for Gaza, while making it clear that no firm commitments have yet been sought or secured.

Gaza Peace Plan: US Says Pakistan Offered Troops For Gaza

Five Palestinians were killed when an Israeli strike hit a school housing displaced families in Gaza City’s Al-Tuffah area, according to Mohamed Abu Selmia, head of Al Shifa Hospital, speaking to Reuters on Friday. Gaza’s civil emergency service said most of the victims were children and that several injured people were taken to hospitals for medical care.

Israel-Gaza War: Five Killed in Fresh Israeli Strikes in Gaza; Rubio Urges Hamas to Be Disarmed

Heavy rains over the past week have compounded the already dire living conditions of the hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. 


Gaza: Torrential Rains Flood Gaza & Collapse War-Damaged Homes

Israeli intelligence officials estimate that around 20,000 Hamas fighters remain active despite ongoing military operations. The assessment sheds light on the current strength of Hamas and the challenges facing efforts to stabilize the region. 


Israeli Intelligence Estimates 20,000 Hamas Fighters Still Active

The United States Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, will hold talks in Miami, Florida, with senior officials from Qatar, Egypt and Turkiye as efforts continue to advance the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire, even as Israel repeatedly violates the truce on the ground.


Trump Envoy To Meet Qatar, Egypt, Turkey Officials on Gaza Truce

A Palestinian teenager was killed by settlers near Bethlehem in the occupied West Bank, intensifying regional tensions. This tragic incident occurs amid discussions of a Gaza ceasefire and ongoing unrest. Watch to understand the latest developments, background, and humanitarian impact on Palestinian communities.

Gaza Ceasefire: Palestinian Teen Killed Near Bethlehem Amid West Bank Violence

The US is examining whether Israel violated a Gaza ceasefire by assassinating a senior Hamas official, President Donald Trump said on Monday.
Raad Saad was killed alongside three others on Saturday when his car was targeted near al-Nabulsi square in western Gaza City, according to Israeli media reports.

Gaza Ceasefire: Israel Killed Hamas' Weapons Chief

#Gravitas Israel is reportedly expanding its military footprint inside Syria. Israeli troops have reportedly advanced towards a village in southern Syria, near the border of the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights. Many Syrians see it as an impending occupation.   

Israel Pushes Deeper Into Syria, Raising Fears of Land Grab

Israel-Gaza: Israel has targeted and killed the Hamas weapons chief in a strike on Gaza, resulting in the deaths of five people. The IDF confirmed the operation was aimed at eliminating a senior Hamas figure involved in weapons procurement, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict.


IDF Strike Kills Hamas Weapons Chief, Five Others in Gaza

Israel-Gaza: Israel has targeted and killed the Hamas weapons chief in a strike on the Tel al-Hawa district in Gaza, resulting in the deaths of five people. The IDF confirmed the operation was aimed at eliminating a senior Hamas figure involved in weapons procurement. The strike marks a significant escalation in the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict.

Israel-Gaza: Israel Targets Hamas Weapons Chief in Gaza, IDF Strike Kills Five 

A Pakistani journalist claims the Gaza peace plan could force Islamabad toward engagement with Israel, saying any troop deployment in Gaza would require coordination with the IDF, making Israel–Pakistan communication inevitable.


Pakistani journalist makes big claim, says Gaza peace plan may push Pakistan towards Israel

Winter Storm Byron has ravaged war-torn Gaza, claiming at least 16 lives, including three children, as torrential rains and freezing temperatures turn displacement camps into quagmires. The storm has caused widespread flooding, collapsing shelters and leaving hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians exposed to harsh conditions.


Storm Byron Batters Gaza, 16 Dead Including Children

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