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An Israeli airstrike on a residence block in southern Lebanon has killed a Lebanese-Australian man, his wife, and his brother, who the armed group Hezbollah claims was one of their members.

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Gaza Health officials report dozens killed in an Israeli strike as the focus on Israel's war against Hamas militants shifts to the besieged territories. Israel's relentless air and ground offensive has left much of Gaza in ruins and killed over 20,000 people mostly women and children.

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Israel is engaged in the war in Gaza while battles on multiple fronts continue. Tensions are surging in West Bank as violence escalates while Iran backed Hezbollah and Houthis continue to engage in skirmishes with Israeli army and its allies.

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The&nbsp;Japanese&nbsp;government&nbsp;will&nbsp;freeze&nbsp;assets&nbsp;and&nbsp;impose&nbsp;sanctions&nbsp;on&nbsp;payments&nbsp;and&nbsp;capital&nbsp;transactions&nbsp;on&nbsp;three&nbsp;senior&nbsp;Hamas&nbsp;members,&nbsp;Chief&nbsp;Cabinet&nbsp;Secretary&nbsp;Yoshimasa&nbsp;Hayashi&nbsp;said&nbsp;on&nbsp;Tuesday (Dec 26).

The&nbsp;three&nbsp;individuals&nbsp;were&nbsp;believed&nbsp;to be&nbsp;involved&nbsp;in the&nbsp;Oct.&nbsp;7&nbsp;attack&nbsp;by&nbsp;Hamas&nbsp;on&nbsp;Israel&nbsp; and&nbsp;in a&nbsp;position&nbsp;to&nbsp;use&nbsp;funds&nbsp;to&nbsp;finance&nbsp;such&nbsp;terrorist&nbsp;activities, the&nbsp;top&nbsp;Japanese&nbsp; government&nbsp;spokesperson&nbsp;said.

The Japanese government will freeze assets and impose sanctions on payments and capital transactions on three senior Hamas members, Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi said on Tuesday (Dec 26).

The Japanese government will freeze assets and impose sanctions on payments and capital transactions on three senior Hamas members, Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi said on Tuesday (Dec 26). The three individuals were believed to be involved in the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas on Israel and in a position to use funds to finance such terrorist activities, the top Japanese government spokesperson said.

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US&nbsp;President Joe Biden and Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani discussed on Tuesday the need to release hostages held in Gaza and efforts to boost humanitarian aid, the White House said.

Qatar and Egypt were mediators between Israel and the militant group Hamas in the late November truce. Current diplomatic efforts on a new truce have yielded little public progress so far.

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"The two leaders discussed the urgent effort to secure the release of all remaining hostages held by Hamas, including American citizens," the White House readout said, adding they also talked about increasing access to aid.

The Qatari State News Agency said the emir received a phone call from Biden to discuss the latest developments and current joint mediation efforts for calming the situation in the besieged enclave to reach a permanent ceasefire.

US President Joe Biden and Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani discussed on Tuesday the need to release hostages held in Gaza and efforts to boost humanitarian aid, the White House said.

US President Joe Biden and Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani discussed on Tuesday the need to release hostages held in Gaza and efforts to boost humanitarian aid, the White House said. Qatar and Egypt were mediators between Israel and the militant group Hamas in the late November truce. Current diplomatic efforts on a new truce have yielded little public progress so far. Also read | Israel being attacked from seven sides, says Defence Minister Gallant, raises fear of escalation across Gulf "The two leaders discussed the urgent effort to secure the release of all remaining hostages held by Hamas, including American citizens," the White House readout said, adding they also talked about increasing access to aid. The Qatari State News Agency said the emir received a phone call from Biden to discuss the latest developments and current joint mediation efforts for calming the situation in the besieged enclave to reach a permanent ceasefire.

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Yemen's Houthi movement attacked two commercial ships in the Red Sea with naval drones on Monday, the Iran-backed group said, the latest in a surge of attacks over Israel's military campaign in Gaza.

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The cost of Israel's ongoing war with Hamas in the Gaza strip is estimated to be as high as $51 billion, according to preliminary figures reported by the Calcalist financial newspaper. This figure, equivalent to 10% of Israel's gross domestic product, is based on several key assumptions, including the conflict lasting between eight to 12 months.

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The renewed talks for a potential truce in the Israel-Hamas War there are reports of Discord between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his defence minister Yoav Gallant. The Israeli media reports that Netanyahu has barred Gallant from holding talks with the Mossad chief on the hostage release deal.

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To show solidarity with the people of Gaza, Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has banned all New Year's Eve firework&nbsp;displays and celebrations. Sharjah Police issued the diktat on Tuesday (Dec 26), urging all members of the public and organisations to comply with the regulations.&nbsp;

The police in a statement released said the ban is a "sincere&nbsp;expression of solidarity and humanitarian cooperation with our siblings in the Gaza Strip".&nbsp;

Sharjah is the UAE’s third-largest emirate by size and population behind Abu Dhabi and Dubai. There are seven emirates. Fireworks are a major part of New Year's Eve&nbsp;celebrations across the UAE, especially in Sharjah where tourists flock to spend the end-of-year holidays

Since the war first started in October, a number of live events and concerts have been cancelled or postponed in the Emirates. The debut performance of American singer-songwriter Khalid, due to be held at Dubai's Coca-Cola Arena on October 27 was shelved.

Last month,&nbsp;Tanweer Sacred Hearts Festival in Sharjah, scheduled to be held from November 24 to 26 was also binned due to the same reason.&nbsp;

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<h2>UAE calls for ceasefire</h2>

The UAE and Israeli bilateral relations were forged in 2020 after the signing of the Abraham Accords.&nbsp;As a result, since the beginning of the war, UAE has repeatedly urged Israel for a humanitarian ceasefire, whilst also condemning the terrorist attacks by Hamas and bombardment by Israeli forces.&nbsp;

UAE has also warned against a risk of regional spillover if the war between Israel-Hamas continues into the new year.

"As we continue working to stop this war, we cannot ignore the wider context and the necessity to turn down the regional temperature that is approaching a boiling point," said Noura Al Kaabi, a minister of state at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

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Despite the insistence by the Gulf&nbsp;regional power, Tel Aviv and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have made it clear that the war would only end with the elimination of Hamas.&nbsp;

"We won't stop fighting until we've achieved all the objectives we've set ourselves: the elimination of Hamas, the release of our hostages and the end of the threat from Gaza," Netanyahu said earlier this month.&nbsp;

Notably,&nbsp;Israel has informed several Arab states, including Egypt, Jordan and the UAE, that it&nbsp;wants a buffer zone in the Gaza Strip once its conflict with Hamas ends.

(With inputs from agencies)

To show solidarity with the people of Gaza, Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has banned all New Year's Eve firework displays and celebrations. Sharjah Police issued the diktat on Tuesday (Dec 26), urging all members of the public and organisations to comply with the regulations.

To show solidarity with the people of Gaza, Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has banned all New Year's Eve firework displays and celebrations. Sharjah Police issued the diktat on Tuesday (Dec 26), urging all members of the public and organisations to comply with the regulations. The police in a statement released said the ban is a "sincere expression of solidarity and humanitarian cooperation with our siblings in the Gaza Strip". Sharjah is the UAE’s third-largest emirate by size and population behind Abu Dhabi and Dubai. There are seven emirates. Fireworks are a major part of New Year's Eve celebrations across the UAE, especially in Sharjah where tourists flock to spend the end-of-year holidays Since the war first started in October, a number of live events and concerts have been cancelled or postponed in the Emirates. The debut performance of American singer-songwriter Khalid, due to be held at Dubai's Coca-Cola Arena on October 27 was shelved. Last month, Tanweer Sacred Hearts Festival in Sharjah, scheduled to be held from November 24 to 26 was also binned due to the same reason. Watch | Israel-Hamas war: Why are Houthi rebels attacking vessels in Red Sea? UAE calls for ceasefire The UAE and Israeli bilateral relations were forged in 2020 after the signing of the Abraham Accords. As a result, since the beginning of the war, UAE has repeatedly urged Israel for a humanitarian ceasefire, whilst also condemning the terrorist attacks by Hamas and bombardment by Israeli forces. UAE has also warned against a risk of regional spillover if the war between Israel-Hamas continues into the new year. "As we continue working to stop this war, we cannot ignore the wider context and the necessity to turn down the regional temperature that is approaching a boiling point," said Noura Al Kaabi, a minister of state at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Also read | Israel informs Arab states it wants a buffer zone in Gaza post war: Report Despite the insistence by the Gulf regional power, Tel Aviv and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have made it clear that the war would only end with the elimination of Hamas. "We won't stop fighting until we've achieved all the objectives we've set ourselves: the elimination of Hamas, the release of our hostages and the end of the threat from Gaza," Netanyahu said earlier this month. Notably, Israel has informed several Arab states, including Egypt, Jordan and the UAE, that it wants a buffer zone in the Gaza Strip once its conflict with Hamas ends. (With inputs from agencies)

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Russia will soon deploy its newest howitzers against Ukrainian forces as part of what Moscow calls its "special military operation," the head of the Rostec state defence conglomerate said in remarks published on Wednesday.

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Israeli Minister of Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer will engage in high-level talks with top US Officials in Washington. A spokesperson from the white house national security council has confirmed the meeting, which was expected to occur on Tuesday. Now, Dermer, a close ally of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, will meet with US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan and Secretary of State Antony Blinken.

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Israel on Tuesday (Dec 26) returned&nbsp;the remains of 80 Palestinians who had lost their lives in Gaza. The bodies were taken from morgues and graves, and were put through careful scrutiny to ensure that there were no hostages among them.

News agency AFP, quoting unnamed sources within the territory's health ministry, reported that the bodies which had been transported to Israel were being returned through the Red Cross.&nbsp;

<h2>What will happen to the bodies?</h2>

The international organisation handed over the remains to Hamas authorities, who buried them in a mass grave, reports AFP. A photojournalist with the news agency reportedly witnessed blue body bags being lowered into a trench in Rafah, in the far south of Gaza.

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After Israel carried out its inspection of the bodies, they were returned to the Red Cross, transported via the Kerem Shalom crossing—the vital link connecting Israel and the Gaza Strip.&nbsp;Following this, a truck carried the bodies to their final resting place in the mass grave.

<h2>Israeli hostages</h2>

The backdrop to this can be traced back to the unfortunate events of October 7 when Hamas militants launched an attack on southern Israel. There, they abducted approximately 200&nbsp;hostages and them to the Gaza Strip. Approximately 129 hostages still remain in Hamas captivity in Gaza.

Around 1,140 people lost their lives in the initial attack, as per Israel.

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Since the beginning of the war, more than 20,900 have been killed in Israel's retaliatory attacks on Gaza—most of them women and children, reports the health ministry in the Hamas-controlled Gaza. Additionally, around 55,000 people have been wounded.

Israel has vowed to destroy the Palestinian militant organisation. Even as international calls for a ceasefire gain traction, Israel has repeatedly reiterated that the war will continue till Hamas is destroyed.

On Tuesday, in a televised statement, Israel's Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi said that the war would go on "for many months".

"There are no magic solutions, there are no shortcuts in dismantling a terrorist organisation, only determined and persistent fighting," he said, adding "We will reach Hamas' leadership too, whether it takes a week or if it takes months."

(With inputs from agencies)

Israel on Tuesday (Dec 26) returned the remains of 80 Palestinians who had lost their lives in Gaza. The bodies were taken from morgues and graves, and were put through careful scrutiny to ensure that there were no hostages among them.

Israel on Tuesday (Dec 26) returned the remains of 80 Palestinians who had lost their lives in Gaza. The bodies were taken from morgues and graves, and were put through careful scrutiny to ensure that there were no hostages among them. News agency AFP, quoting unnamed sources within the territory's health ministry, reported that the bodies which had been transported to Israel were being returned through the Red Cross. What will happen to the bodies? The international organisation handed over the remains to Hamas authorities, who buried them in a mass grave, reports AFP. A photojournalist with the news agency reportedly witnessed blue body bags being lowered into a trench in Rafah, in the far south of Gaza. Also read | Explained: 'Broken pelvises, mutilated bodies'...Did Hamas use rape as weapon of war in Israel? After Israel carried out its inspection of the bodies, they were returned to the Red Cross, transported via the Kerem Shalom crossing—the vital link connecting Israel and the Gaza Strip. Following this, a truck carried the bodies to their final resting place in the mass grave. Israeli hostages The backdrop to this can be traced back to the unfortunate events of October 7 when Hamas militants launched an attack on southern Israel. There, they abducted approximately 200 hostages and them to the Gaza Strip. Approximately 129 hostages still remain in Hamas captivity in Gaza. Around 1,140 people lost their lives in the initial attack, as per Israel. Also read | Israel being attacked from seven sides, says Defence Minister Gallant, raises fear of escalation across Gulf Since the beginning of the war, more than 20,900 have been killed in Israel's retaliatory attacks on Gaza—most of them women and children, reports the health ministry in the Hamas-controlled Gaza. Additionally, around 55,000 people have been wounded. Israel has vowed to destroy the Palestinian militant organisation. Even as international calls for a ceasefire gain traction, Israel has repeatedly reiterated that the war will continue till Hamas is destroyed. On Tuesday, in a televised statement, Israel's Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi said that the war would go on "for many months". "There are no magic solutions, there are no shortcuts in dismantling a terrorist organisation, only determined and persistent fighting," he said, adding "We will reach Hamas' leadership too, whether it takes a week or if it takes months." (With inputs from agencies)

Israel returns 80 bodies it took from morgues and graves in Gaza for 'examination'

The Palestinian telecommunications company Paltel said on Tuesday (Dec 26) that internet and telephone services were cut again across the war-torn Gaza Strip. The company announced the fourth such breakdown since the war began on October 7. &nbsp;

The company said: "We regret to announce a complete breakdown of fixed telecommunications and internet services in the Gaza Strip due to the ongoing offensive."&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Israel's army chief Herzi Halevi said on Tuesday that the war with Palestinian militant group Hamas in the Gaza Strip will last "for many more months".&nbsp;

At a televised press conference, Halevi said that the war "will continue for many more months, and we will work with different methods so that our achievements are preserved for a long time".&nbsp;

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Israel has pounded the Gaza Strip since the war broke out on October 7. The United Nations has raised concerns and said it was "gravely concerned" by Israel's continued bombardment of the central Gaza Strip. The UN also urged Israeli forces to take all available measures to protect civilians.&nbsp;

The UN Human Rights Office said all attacks had to adhere to international humanitarian law.&nbsp;

"We are gravely concerned about the continued bombardment of Middle Gaza by Israeli forces," rights office spokesman Seif Magango said in a statement.&nbsp;

"It is particularly concerning that this latest intense bombardment comes after Israeli forces ordered residents from the south of Wadi Gaza to move to Middle Gaza and Tal al-Sultan in Rafah."&nbsp;

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<h2>Death toll rises&nbsp;</h2>

The health ministry in the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip claimed on Tuesday that at least 20,915 people have been killed in the Palestinian territory so far. The ministry said another 54,918 people have been wounded in more than 11 weeks of fighting.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Israel's military said on Tuesday that an anti-tank missile fired by the Lebanese Hezbollah group wounded nine soldiers. The military said that they rescued a civilian who was injured in another cross-border strike.&nbsp;

One of the soldiers was in "serious condition", the army said, after the group was hit when rescuing the civilian injured by an anti-tank missile fired from Lebanon amid the Gaza war.&nbsp;

Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

The Palestinian telecommunications company Paltel said on Tuesday (Dec 26) that internet and telephone services were cut again across the war-torn Gaza Strip. The company announced the fourth such breakdown since the war began on October 7.

The Palestinian telecommunications company Paltel said on Tuesday (Dec 26) that internet and telephone services were cut again across the war-torn Gaza Strip. The company announced the fourth such breakdown since the war began on October 7. The company said: "We regret to announce a complete breakdown of fixed telecommunications and internet services in the Gaza Strip due to the ongoing offensive." Meanwhile, Israel's army chief Herzi Halevi said on Tuesday that the war with Palestinian militant group Hamas in the Gaza Strip will last "for many more months". At a televised press conference, Halevi said that the war "will continue for many more months, and we will work with different methods so that our achievements are preserved for a long time". Also read: Israel mulling over increasing defence spending by US$8 billion in 2024 Israel has pounded the Gaza Strip since the war broke out on October 7. The United Nations has raised concerns and said it was "gravely concerned" by Israel's continued bombardment of the central Gaza Strip. The UN also urged Israeli forces to take all available measures to protect civilians. The UN Human Rights Office said all attacks had to adhere to international humanitarian law. "We are gravely concerned about the continued bombardment of Middle Gaza by Israeli forces," rights office spokesman Seif Magango said in a statement. "It is particularly concerning that this latest intense bombardment comes after Israeli forces ordered residents from the south of Wadi Gaza to move to Middle Gaza and Tal al-Sultan in Rafah." Also read: Egypt comes out with peace plan to end war, as Israel's Netanyahu hell-bent on destroying Hamas Watch: PM Netanyahu heckled inside parliament by families of hostages × Death toll rises The health ministry in the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip claimed on Tuesday that at least 20,915 people have been killed in the Palestinian territory so far. The ministry said another 54,918 people have been wounded in more than 11 weeks of fighting. Meanwhile, Israel's military said on Tuesday that an anti-tank missile fired by the Lebanese Hezbollah group wounded nine soldiers. The military said that they rescued a civilian who was injured in another cross-border strike. One of the soldiers was in "serious condition", the army said, after the group was hit when rescuing the civilian injured by an anti-tank missile fired from Lebanon amid the Gaza war. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

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Senior commander of Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps Sayyed Reza Mousavi has been killed in an Israeli airstrike near Damascus, Syria. Mousavi was a close aide of Qasem Soleimani. Iran has vowed to avenge Mousavi's death.

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Aid agencies issued a warning, stating that families' only chance of survival is being severely limited by the ongoing Israeli offensive, which is pushing Palestinians in Gaza to the verge of mass starvation. The grave situation surfaced one day after the United States vetoed a resolution calling for a cease-fire in the United Nations, impeding the provision of food and other necessities to the area.

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"We have already reacted and taken action in six of these areas, and I say this clearly: Anyone who acts against us could be our next target; no one is immune." The fight in Gaza, according to Gallant, will be "a long, hard war."

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Hamas and its ally Islamic Jihad militant group have reportedly rejected the Egyptian proposal to renounce power in the Gaza strip in return of a ceasefire.

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Israel's main ally the US has kept up its support while expressing concerns over the growing casualty toll and humanitarian crisis in Gaza. However, despite a spot in casualties on the Israeli side too prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to fight until Israel reaches its goals.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was greeted with a major disruption during a parliamentary session when families of the hostages taken by Hamas heckled and booed him in the Knesset sitting in the visitors chamber.

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