Violent clashes broke out on Wednesday (May 1) at the University of California, Los Angeles campus between pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli protesters, reported a US-based broadcaster.

The clashes involved multiple acts of violence, with rival factions using sticks, hurling objects and even tearing down metal barricades. As per reports, to handle the violence, police were seen carrying zip ties and pepper spray.

<h2>Pro-Palestine vs pro-Israel protests</h2>

As per a UCLA student newspaper Daily Bruin report, pro-Israel supporters had tried to tear down a pro-Palestinian protest encampment on the campus.

To pacify the situation, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) had to step in. Police, as per Reuters, were responding to UCLA Chancellor Gene Block's request for support.

In a statement on X, LA police said, "At the request of UCLA, due to multiple acts of violence within the large encampment on their campus, the LAPD is responding to assist UCLA PD, and other law enforcement agencies, to restore order and maintain public safety."

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-york-police-enter-columbia-building-barricaded-by-students-as-protests-716835">NYPD removes pro-Palestinian protesters from Columbia University, dozens arrested</a>

Visuals from the clash show rival protesters clashing, brandishing sticks, as unidentified projectiles flew overhead.

This comes as in New York City, late on Tuesday (Apr 30) police arrested dozens of pro-Palestinian demonstrators holed up in an academic building on Columbia University campus in the city. The police also removed a protest encampment that the Ivy League school had sought to dismantle for nearly two weeks but had failed.

As per AFP, UCLA Chancellor Gene D. Block in a letter posted on the University website on Tuesday had warned ahead of clashes that protesters including "both members of the UCLA community and others unaffiliated with our campus" had last week set up a camp.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-rigging-allegations-trump-refuses-to-dismiss-possibility-of-violence-if-he-loses-in-2024-elections-716844">Amid 'rigging' allegations, Trump refuses to dismiss possibility of violence if he loses 2024 elections</a>

"Many of the demonstrators, as well as counter-demonstrators who have come to the area, have been peaceful in their activism," Block wrote.

"But the tactics of others have frankly been shocking and shameful. We have seen instances of violence," he said, adding, "These incidents have put many on our campus, especially our Jewish students, in a state of anxiety and fear."

(With inputs from agencies)

Violent clashes broke out on Wednesday (May 1) at the University of California, Los Angeles campus between pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli protesters, reported a US-based broadcaster.

Violent clashes broke out on Wednesday (May 1) at the University of California, Los Angeles campus between pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli protesters, reported a US-based broadcaster. The clashes involved multiple acts of violence, with rival factions using sticks, hurling objects and even tearing down metal barricades. As per reports, to handle the violence, police were seen carrying zip ties and pepper spray. Pro-Palestine vs pro-Israel protests As per a UCLA student newspaper Daily Bruin report, pro-Israel supporters had tried to tear down a pro-Palestinian protest encampment on the campus. To pacify the situation, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) had to step in. Police, as per Reuters, were responding to UCLA Chancellor Gene Block's request for support. In a statement on X, LA police said, "At the request of UCLA, due to multiple acts of violence within the large encampment on their campus, the LAPD is responding to assist UCLA PD, and other law enforcement agencies, to restore order and maintain public safety." Also read | NYPD removes pro-Palestinian protesters from Columbia University, dozens arrested Visuals from the clash show rival protesters clashing, brandishing sticks, as unidentified projectiles flew overhead. This comes as in New York City, late on Tuesday (Apr 30) police arrested dozens of pro-Palestinian demonstrators holed up in an academic building on Columbia University campus in the city. The police also removed a protest encampment that the Ivy League school had sought to dismantle for nearly two weeks but had failed. As per AFP, UCLA Chancellor Gene D. Block in a letter posted on the University website on Tuesday had warned ahead of clashes that protesters including "both members of the UCLA community and others unaffiliated with our campus" had last week set up a camp. Also read | Amid 'rigging' allegations, Trump refuses to dismiss possibility of violence if he loses 2024 elections "Many of the demonstrators, as well as counter-demonstrators who have come to the area, have been peaceful in their activism," Block wrote. "But the tactics of others have frankly been shocking and shameful. We have seen instances of violence," he said, adding, "These incidents have put many on our campus, especially our Jewish students, in a state of anxiety and fear." (With inputs from agencies)

Pro-Palestine and pro-Israel protesters clash at UCLA campus, police step in

A top Hamas official has stated that the militant group was ready to lay down arms for five years or more, if an independent Palestinian state is established along the pre-1967 borders.

This significant statement was made by Hamas political official Khalil al-Hayya during an interview with news agency Associated Press on Wednesday (Apr 24) in Istanbul. The top Hamas official also said that the group would convert into a political party.

<h2>A significant concession</h2>

As per the report, the suggestion that the Hamas would disarm appeared to be a "significant concession" by the militant group which is officially committed to Israel's destruction.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-to-go-ahead-with-rafah-invasion-even-as-egypt-warns-of-humanitarian-crisis-714721">Israel to go ahead with Rafah invasion even as Egypt warns of humanitarian crisis</a>

However, it is unlikely that Tel Aviv would even consider a truce. Israel, after the deadly Oct 7 attacks, had vowed to crush Hamas. Moreover, Israel's current leadership has been adamantly opposed to the creation of a Palestinian state on lands the nation captured during the 1967 Mideast war.

<h2>A 'fully sovereign Palestinian state'</h2>

Al-Hayya, who has previously represented the Palestinian militants in negotiations for a cease-fire and hostage exchange, said that Hamas would accept "a fully sovereign Palestinian state in the West Bank and Gaza Strip and the return of Palestinian refugees in accordance with the international resolutions".

He stated that if the demand is met, Hamas's military wing would dissolve, turning into a political party.

"All the experiences of people who fought against occupiers, when they became independent and obtained their rights and their state, what have these forces done? They have turned into political parties and their defending fighting forces have turned into the national army?".

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/from-sabres-to-spikes-this-prehistoric-fish-had-tusks-like-a-warthog-714775">THIS prehistoric fish was nearly 9 feet long and had giant sabres for teeth</a>

AP reports that even as Hamas at times softens its public position about the possibility of a Palestinian state alongside Israel, it officially continues to reject "any alternative to the full liberation of Palestine, from the river to the sea". Here 'river to the sea' refers to the area reaching from the Jordan River to the Mediterranean Sea — including lands that now make up Israel.

The Hamas leader, however, failed to explicitly specify whether the two-state solution would mean an end to the Palestinian-Israel conflict or if it would merely be an interim step towards Hamas' goal of destroying Israel.

(With inputs from agencies)

A top Hamas official has stated that the militant group was ready to lay down arms for five years or more, if an independent Palestinian state is established along the pre-1967 borders.

A top Hamas official has stated that the militant group was ready to lay down arms for five years or more, if an independent Palestinian state is established along the pre-1967 borders. This significant statement was made by Hamas political official Khalil al-Hayya during an interview with news agency Associated Press on Wednesday (Apr 24) in Istanbul. The top Hamas official also said that the group would convert into a political party. A significant concession As per the report, the suggestion that the Hamas would disarm appeared to be a "significant concession" by the militant group which is officially committed to Israel's destruction. Also read | Israel to go ahead with Rafah invasion even as Egypt warns of humanitarian crisis However, it is unlikely that Tel Aviv would even consider a truce. Israel, after the deadly Oct 7 attacks, had vowed to crush Hamas. Moreover, Israel's current leadership has been adamantly opposed to the creation of a Palestinian state on lands the nation captured during the 1967 Mideast war. A 'fully sovereign Palestinian state' Al-Hayya, who has previously represented the Palestinian militants in negotiations for a cease-fire and hostage exchange, said that Hamas would accept "a fully sovereign Palestinian state in the West Bank and Gaza Strip and the return of Palestinian refugees in accordance with the international resolutions". He stated that if the demand is met, Hamas's military wing would dissolve, turning into a political party. "All the experiences of people who fought against occupiers, when they became independent and obtained their rights and their state, what have these forces done? They have turned into political parties and their defending fighting forces have turned into the national army?". Also read | THIS prehistoric fish was nearly 9 feet long and had giant sabres for teeth AP reports that even as Hamas at times softens its public position about the possibility of a Palestinian state alongside Israel, it officially continues to reject "any alternative to the full liberation of Palestine, from the river to the sea". Here 'river to the sea' refers to the area reaching from the Jordan River to the Mediterranean Sea — including lands that now make up Israel. The Hamas leader, however, failed to explicitly specify whether the two-state solution would mean an end to the Palestinian-Israel conflict or if it would merely be an interim step towards Hamas' goal of destroying Israel. (With inputs from agencies)

Israel war: Hamas top official says militant group ready to lay down arms on one condition

Global military spending is at an all-time high, revealed a new report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) released on Monday (Apr 22).

In 2023, military spending lodged its steepest increase in over a decade, rising to an "all-time" high of $2.4 trillion. As per the report, the military-related expenditure rose by 6.8 per cent in 2023, which it says is the "steepest year-on-year increase since 2009."

<h2>All-time high</h2>

In conversation with news agency AFP, Nan Tian, a senior researcher at SIPRI, disclosed that "total military spending is at an all-time high … and for the first time since 2009, we saw spending increase across all five geographical regions."

This, Tian said, was "a reflection of the deterioration of peace and security around the world. There's really not a region in the world where things have gotten better."

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/deaths-due-to-heat-at-all-time-high-heatwaves-in-europe-linked-to-30-increase-in-fatalities-713795">Deaths due to heat at all-time high; heatwaves in Europe linked to 30% increase in fatalities</a>

Globally, the five biggest spenders were the United States, China, Russia, India, and Saudi Arabia.

However, due to the continuation of the war, Europe also recorded particularly large increases, especially in Ukraine, Russia and "a whole host" of European countries, said Tian.

<h2>Europe's military spending</h2>

Overall, in Europe, Poland increased its military spending by the largest margin — 75 per cent to $31.6 billion.

In 2023, Russia also boosted its spending by 24 per cent, reaching $109 billion. On the other hand, Ukraine's military spending rose by 51 per cent, reaching $64.8 billion.&nbsp;

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-war-israeli-military-intelligence-chief-quits-over-failure-to-prevent-oct-7-attack-713805">Israel-Hamas war: Israeli military intelligence chief quits over failure to prevent Oct 7 attack</a>

Additionally, war-torn Kyiv also received $35 billion in military aid, of which the majority came from the US. However, despite that, the combined aid and spending only equalled just over nine-tenths of Russia's spending.

Tian noted that the two nations' overall budget was relatively close in 2023. Nevertheless, for Ukraine, it was 37 per cent of its gross domestic product (GDP) and 58 per cent of all government spending, while for Russia it amounted to just 5.9 per cent of its GDP.

"So the room for Ukraine to increase its spending is now very limited," noted Tian.

<h2>Middle East</h2>

Driven by the Israel-Hamas war, spending also rose in the Middle East, where Israel saw a 24-per cent increase, to $27.5 billion in 2023.

Saudi Arabia, the region's biggest spender, increased its military expenditure by 4.3 per cent to an estimated $75.8 billion.

<h2>Asia and the world&nbsp;</h2>

China, as per the report, boosted its spending for the 29th straight year, raising it by six per cent to an estimated $296 billion.

Japan and Taiwan, meanwhile, spent $50.2 billion and $16.6 billion respectively, an increase of 11 per cent for both countries.&nbsp;

India, the world's fourth-largest spender, hiked spending by 4.3 per cent, to $83.6 billion. The US, which is the world's biggest spender, increased its military spending by 2.3 per cent to $916 billion.

Because of the situation in Ukraine&nbsp;and the Middle East, and heightened tensions in Asia, countries, as per Tian, would continue boosting their militaries. "The expectation is that this increasing trend will continue for at least a few years to come," he said.

(With inputs from agencies)

Global military spending is at an all-time high, revealed a new report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) released on Monday (Apr 22).

Global military spending is at an all-time high, revealed a new report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) released on Monday (Apr 22). In 2023, military spending lodged its steepest increase in over a decade, rising to an "all-time" high of $2.4 trillion. As per the report, the military-related expenditure rose by 6.8 per cent in 2023, which it says is the "steepest year-on-year increase since 2009." All-time high In conversation with news agency AFP, Nan Tian, a senior researcher at SIPRI, disclosed that "total military spending is at an all-time high … and for the first time since 2009, we saw spending increase across all five geographical regions." This, Tian said, was "a reflection of the deterioration of peace and security around the world. There's really not a region in the world where things have gotten better." Also read | Deaths due to heat at all-time high; heatwaves in Europe linked to 30% increase in fatalities Globally, the five biggest spenders were the United States, China, Russia, India, and Saudi Arabia. However, due to the continuation of the war, Europe also recorded particularly large increases, especially in Ukraine, Russia and "a whole host" of European countries, said Tian. Europe's military spending Overall, in Europe, Poland increased its military spending by the largest margin — 75 per cent to $31.6 billion. In 2023, Russia also boosted its spending by 24 per cent, reaching $109 billion. On the other hand, Ukraine's military spending rose by 51 per cent, reaching $64.8 billion. Also read | Israel-Hamas war: Israeli military intelligence chief quits over failure to prevent Oct 7 attack Additionally, war-torn Kyiv also received $35 billion in military aid, of which the majority came from the US. However, despite that, the combined aid and spending only equalled just over nine-tenths of Russia's spending. Tian noted that the two nations' overall budget was relatively close in 2023. Nevertheless, for Ukraine, it was 37 per cent of its gross domestic product (GDP) and 58 per cent of all government spending, while for Russia it amounted to just 5.9 per cent of its GDP. "So the room for Ukraine to increase its spending is now very limited," noted Tian. Middle East Driven by the Israel-Hamas war, spending also rose in the Middle East, where Israel saw a 24-per cent increase, to $27.5 billion in 2023. Saudi Arabia, the region's biggest spender, increased its military expenditure by 4.3 per cent to an estimated $75.8 billion. Asia and the world China, as per the report, boosted its spending for the 29th straight year, raising it by six per cent to an estimated $296 billion. Japan and Taiwan, meanwhile, spent $50.2 billion and $16.6 billion respectively, an increase of 11 per cent for both countries. India, the world's fourth-largest spender, hiked spending by 4.3 per cent, to $83.6 billion. The US, which is the world's biggest spender, increased its military spending by 2.3 per cent to $916 billion. Because of the situation in Ukraine and the Middle East, and heightened tensions in Asia, countries, as per Tian, would continue boosting their militaries. "The expectation is that this increasing trend will continue for at least a few years to come," he said. (With inputs from agencies)

Driven by war and conflicts, global military spending rose to all-time high in 2023: SIPRI report

The Lebanese security agencies on Tuesday (Jan 2) confirmed that Hamas' deputy head,&nbsp;Saleh al-Arouri, was killed in Israeli strikes in&nbsp;the&nbsp;southern suburbs of Beirut.

Al-Arouri died in a drone strike which landed at a Hamas office in&nbsp;Dahiyeh, a&nbsp;Hezbollah (Iran-backed terror outfit based in Lebanon) stronghold. Hamas later confirmed his death, calling it a&nbsp;“cowardly assassination” by Israel.

<h2>Who was Saleh al-Arouri?&nbsp;</h2>

Al-Arouri was elected as the deputy chairman of Hamas' political bureau in 2017. Soon after his election, he visited Tehran to strengthen ties with Iran and met with the head of&nbsp;Hezbollah, Hassan Nasrallah.

His immediate trip to Tehran helped forge a closer relationship between Hamas and Hezbollah in the years to come.&nbsp;

Notably, al-Arouri was killed on the eve of the fourth anniversary of the US killing of&nbsp;Qasem Soleimani. Some believe the timing was deliberate to send a message to Gaza, Beirut and Tehran simultaneously.&nbsp;

Apart from being the deputy chief of Hamas' political bureau, al-Arouri was also one of the founders of the group's armed&nbsp;wing, the&nbsp;Qassam Brigades.&nbsp;

According to reports, al-Arouri had spent 15 years in an Israeli jail and had been living in exile in Lebanon after his release. Immediately after the October 7 strikes, Israeli Prime Minister&nbsp;Benjamin Netanyahu threatened to kill him. Notably, al-Arouri was seen meeting Nasrallah and Ziad Nakhale, the secretary general of Palestinian Islamic Jihad, another Gaza-based terror&nbsp;group.

The US State Department has offered a bounty of up to $5 million for information on al-Arouri's whereabouts for years.&nbsp;

 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-hamas-war-deputy-hamas-chief-saleh-al-arouri-killed-in-beirut-attack-676019">Watch |&nbsp;Israel-Hamas war: Deputy Hamas Chief Saleh Al-Arouri killed in Beirut attack</a>

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo"><iframe allowfullscreen="" autoplay="1" class="includeVideo" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-hamas-war-deputy-hamas-chief-saleh-al-arouri-killed-in-beirut-attack-676019/embed" style="width:100%;max-width:560px;" width="560"></iframe></div>
</div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqclosemark">×</a></div>

&nbsp;

<h2>Hamas warns of response</h2>

After the attack that killed one of its biggest leaders, Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh in a televised address said the Palestinian terror group "will never be defeated".&nbsp;

"A movement whose leaders and founders fall as martyrs for the dignity of our people and our nation will never be defeated," Haniyeh said in a televised address.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hamas-says-israel-has-killed-groups-deputy-head-in-beirut-675960">Also read |&nbsp;War in Gaza: Hamas says its deputy head killed in ‘treacherous Zionist strike’</a>

Lebanon Prime Minister Najib Mikati condemned the incident, saying the attack "aims to draw Lebanon" further into the Israel-Hamas war.

While Israel is yet to officially comment on al-Arouri's death,&nbsp;Mark Regev, an adviser to Netanyahu, told the US outlet MSNBC that Israel does not take responsibility for this attack.&nbsp;

“Whoever did it, it must be clear: this was not an attack on the Lebanese state.&nbsp;Whoever did this did a surgical strike against the Hamas leadership," he added.&nbsp;

Since the war first broke out, Israel has killed more than 22,000 Palestinians, as per the Hamas-run health ministry,&nbsp;while over 1,400 Israelis, mostly civilians have lost their lives.&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)

The Lebanese security agencies on Tuesday (Jan 2) confirmed that Hamas' deputy head, Saleh al-Arouri, was killed in Israeli strikes in the southern suburbs of Beirut.

The Lebanese security agencies on Tuesday (Jan 2) confirmed that Hamas' deputy head, Saleh al-Arouri, was killed in Israeli strikes in the southern suburbs of Beirut. Al-Arouri died in a drone strike which landed at a Hamas office in Dahiyeh, a Hezbollah (Iran-backed terror outfit based in Lebanon) stronghold. Hamas later confirmed his death, calling it a “cowardly assassination” by Israel. Who was Saleh al-Arouri? Al-Arouri was elected as the deputy chairman of Hamas' political bureau in 2017. Soon after his election, he visited Tehran to strengthen ties with Iran and met with the head of Hezbollah, Hassan Nasrallah. His immediate trip to Tehran helped forge a closer relationship between Hamas and Hezbollah in the years to come. Notably, al-Arouri was killed on the eve of the fourth anniversary of the US killing of Qasem Soleimani. Some believe the timing was deliberate to send a message to Gaza, Beirut and Tehran simultaneously. Apart from being the deputy chief of Hamas' political bureau, al-Arouri was also one of the founders of the group's armed wing, the Qassam Brigades. According to reports, al-Arouri had spent 15 years in an Israeli jail and had been living in exile in Lebanon after his release. Immediately after the October 7 strikes, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu threatened to kill him. Notably, al-Arouri was seen meeting Nasrallah and Ziad Nakhale, the secretary general of Palestinian Islamic Jihad, another Gaza-based terror group. The US State Department has offered a bounty of up to $5 million for information on al-Arouri's whereabouts for years. Watch | Israel-Hamas war: Deputy Hamas Chief Saleh Al-Arouri killed in Beirut attack × Hamas warns of response After the attack that killed one of its biggest leaders, Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh in a televised address said the Palestinian terror group "will never be defeated". "A movement whose leaders and founders fall as martyrs for the dignity of our people and our nation will never be defeated," Haniyeh said in a televised address. Also read | War in Gaza: Hamas says its deputy head killed in ‘treacherous Zionist strike’ Lebanon Prime Minister Najib Mikati condemned the incident, saying the attack "aims to draw Lebanon" further into the Israel-Hamas war. While Israel is yet to officially comment on al-Arouri's death, Mark Regev, an adviser to Netanyahu, told the US outlet MSNBC that Israel does not take responsibility for this attack. “Whoever did it, it must be clear: this was not an attack on the Lebanese state. Whoever did this did a surgical strike against the Hamas leadership," he added. Since the war first broke out, Israel has killed more than 22,000 Palestinians, as per the Hamas-run health ministry, while over 1,400 Israelis, mostly civilians have lost their lives. 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)

Who was Saleh al-Arouri, the senior Hamas official killed in strikes in Beirut?

Muhammad Issa, son of Hamas' Deputy Military Commander Marwan Ussa has been killed, according to Israeli media reports.&nbsp;Muhammad&nbsp;succumbed to early morning airstrikes from the Israeli side on Thursday (Dec 28), a report in Ynet has claimed.&nbsp;

Notably, this is Issa's second son to die after&nbsp;his oldest son died about a year ago due to an illness. At the time, Marwan&nbsp;was unable to get him out of the Gaza Strip for treatment.

Earlier in the day, the Hostages and Missing Families Forum stated that the second American citizen had died in Hamas captivity. The forum said Judi Haggai had died, days after her husband Gad Haggai was also pronounced dead.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Hamas is yet to confirm Haggai's death and will probably never do as has been the case with other hostages. Although the terror outfit has warned that "time is running out" for the hostages as the war enters its 13th week.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-hamas-war-at-least-195-killed-in-israeli-strikes-in-past-24-hours-674363">Watch |&nbsp;Israel-Hamas war: At least 195 killed in Israeli strikes in past 24 hours</a>

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo"><iframe allowfullscreen="" autoplay="1" class="includeVideo" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-hamas-war-at-least-195-killed-in-israeli-strikes-in-past-24-hours-674363/embed" style="width:100%;max-width:560px;" width="560"></iframe></div>
</div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqclosemark">×</a></div>

<h2>Who were the&nbsp;Haggai's?</h2>

According to Israeli media reports, Haggai was a retired chef and a jazz musician, married to 70-year-old Judi Weinstein. The couple together had four kids and were grandparents to seven.&nbsp;

They were on their morning walk in Kibbutz Nir Oz on October 7 when the Hamas terrorists entered the region and abducted them.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Notably, the couple captured a 40-second video clip that was shared in the group chat. The clip showed Weinstein asking Haggai what the recorded voice on the alert system said.&nbsp;

“Red alert,” answered Haggai while referring to the warning for the incoming rocket fire.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-used-2000-pound-bombs-to-kill-civilians-in-gaza-reports-672570">Also read |&nbsp;Israel used 2,000-pound bombs to kill civilians in Gaza: Reports</a>

Since the October 7 attacks, as many as 1,140 people have died, most of them civilians, according to Israeli authorities.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza claims Israel's military response has killed more than 21,000 people, mostly women and children.

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.

Muhammad Issa, son of Hamas' Deputy Military Commander Marwan Ussa has been killed, according to Israeli media reports. Muhammad succumbed to early morning airstrikes from the Israeli side on Thursday (Dec 28), a report in Ynet has claimed.

Muhammad Issa, son of Hamas' Deputy Military Commander Marwan Ussa has been killed, according to Israeli media reports. Muhammad succumbed to early morning airstrikes from the Israeli side on Thursday (Dec 28), a report in Ynet has claimed. Notably, this is Issa's second son to die after his oldest son died about a year ago due to an illness. At the time, Marwan was unable to get him out of the Gaza Strip for treatment. Earlier in the day, the Hostages and Missing Families Forum stated that the second American citizen had died in Hamas captivity. The forum said Judi Haggai had died, days after her husband Gad Haggai was also pronounced dead. Hamas is yet to confirm Haggai's death and will probably never do as has been the case with other hostages. Although the terror outfit has warned that "time is running out" for the hostages as the war enters its 13th week. Watch | Israel-Hamas war: At least 195 killed in Israeli strikes in past 24 hours × Who were the Haggai's? According to Israeli media reports, Haggai was a retired chef and a jazz musician, married to 70-year-old Judi Weinstein. The couple together had four kids and were grandparents to seven. They were on their morning walk in Kibbutz Nir Oz on October 7 when the Hamas terrorists entered the region and abducted them. Notably, the couple captured a 40-second video clip that was shared in the group chat. The clip showed Weinstein asking Haggai what the recorded voice on the alert system said. “Red alert,” answered Haggai while referring to the warning for the incoming rocket fire. Also read | Israel used 2,000-pound bombs to kill civilians in Gaza: Reports Since the October 7 attacks, as many as 1,140 people have died, most of them civilians, according to Israeli authorities. Meanwhile, the Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza claims Israel's military response has killed more than 21,000 people, mostly women and children. 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.

Son of Hamas Deputy Commander Marwan Issa killed in Israeli airstrike: Reports

Israel vs Hamas | Blast at Gaza hospital sparks protests worldwide

The Israel-Hamas conflict has had several disturbing spillovers throughout the world. One of them is the rising prejudices against Muslims and Jews. In one such incident, some students of New York University (NYU) were seen tearing down posters of Israeli children taken hostage by Hamas.&nbsp;

Another incident, an alleged hate crime, involves a student from Columbia University. The student, as per reports, attacked a Jewish classmate with a broomstick.

<h2>Video goes viral&nbsp;</h2>

A video of the NYU students tearing down posters has gone viral on social media. The students, as per Daily Mail, are yet to be named publicly. Additionally, the university hasn't confirmed whether the young people seen in the video are currently enrolled.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hate-crime-in-us-man-stabs-6-year-old-muslim-child-over-ongoing-israel-hamas-war-tensions-647335">Hate crime in US: Man stabs to death 6-year-old Muslim child over ongoing Israel-Hamas war</a>

The video was filmed on Monday (Oct 16) at Tisch Hall in Manhattan's Greenwich Village by Students Supporting Israel, a campus organisation. In it, some youngsters&nbsp;can be seen stripping a wall bare of posters featuring the faces of some children taken hostage by Hamas militants.&nbsp;

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Today, we witnessed 2 NYU students violently tearing down posters of kidnapped babies, mothers, and grandmothers hanging outside of NYU Buildings. This was done in a laughing manner, exhibiting complete disregard for Jewish lives and Jewish safety. 
 
HERE ARE THE PICTURES. <a href="https://t.co/VfEkkQ06sR">pic.twitter.com/VfEkkQ06sR</a>
— SSI_NYU (@ssi_nyu) <a href="https://twitter.com/ssi_nyu/status/1714052725686600169?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 16, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqclosemark">×</a></div>

You can watch the video here:

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Here is the video of them taking it down. Heartbreaking. <a href="https://t.co/X4ZgMK5khh">pic.twitter.com/X4ZgMK5khh</a>
— SSI_NYU (@ssi_nyu) <a href="https://twitter.com/ssi_nyu/status/1714055430777774230?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 16, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqclosemark">×</a></div>

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.

The campus organisation Students Supporting Israel is demanding the students seen tearing down posters be kicked out of the university.

<h2>Hate crime&nbsp;</h2>

The second incident involves students from Columbia University. A 19-year-old student has been hit with hate crime, assault and harassment charges for attacking a Jewish classmate. The attacker has been identified by Daily Mail as Maxwell Friedman.

Friedman, who uses female pronouns as per police, attacked a 24-year-old male classmate, fracturing his finger. The victim who has not been identified, was putting up posters of young children taken hostage by Hamas militants when the hate crime happened.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mom-im-fine-family-reveal-6-year-old-hate-crime-victims-heartbreaking-last-words-647816">'Mom, I'm fine': 6-year-old Muslim boy's heartbreaking last words before dying in hate crime</a>

These two incidents are the latest in a string of cases in the US that have happened as a consequence of the Israel-Hamas war.

Some Jewish students, as per Daily Mail, have also spoken out, saying that they no longer feel safe on campus due to their fellow students'&nbsp;lack of sympathy for Israel.

These incidents are not just limited to college and university campuses. Recently, in Illinois, US, a 71-year-old landlord made the headlines for fatally stabbing the 6-year-old child of his Palestine-American tenants.

(With inputs from agencies)

WATCH WION LIVE HERE

<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="350" loading="”lazy”" src="https://www.wionews.com/live-tv/embed?autoplay=1&amp;mute=1" width="100%"></iframe>

You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us <a href="https://www.wionews.com/content-contribution-registration-form">here</a>.

The Israel-Hamas conflict has had several disturbing spillovers throughout the world. One of them is the rising prejudices against Muslims and Jews. In one such incident, some students of New York University (NYU) were seen tearing down posters of Israeli children taken hostage by Hamas.

The Israel-Hamas conflict has had several disturbing spillovers throughout the world. One of them is the rising prejudices against Muslims and Jews. In one such incident, some students of New York University (NYU) were seen tearing down posters of Israeli children taken hostage by Hamas. Another incident, an alleged hate crime, involves a student from Columbia University. The student, as per reports, attacked a Jewish classmate with a broomstick. Video goes viral A video of the NYU students tearing down posters has gone viral on social media. The students, as per Daily Mail, are yet to be named publicly. Additionally, the university hasn't confirmed whether the young people seen in the video are currently enrolled. Also read | Hate crime in US: Man stabs to death 6-year-old Muslim child over ongoing Israel-Hamas war The video was filmed on Monday (Oct 16) at Tisch Hall in Manhattan's Greenwich Village by Students Supporting Israel, a campus organisation. In it, some youngsters can be seen stripping a wall bare of posters featuring the faces of some children taken hostage by Hamas militants. Today, we witnessed 2 NYU students violently tearing down posters of kidnapped babies, mothers, and grandmothers hanging outside of NYU Buildings. This was done in a laughing manner, exhibiting complete disregard for Jewish lives and Jewish safety. HERE ARE THE PICTURES. pic.twitter.com/VfEkkQ06sR — SSI_NYU (@ssi_nyu) October 16, 2023 × You can watch the video here: Here is the video of them taking it down. Heartbreaking. pic.twitter.com/X4ZgMK5khh — SSI_NYU (@ssi_nyu) October 16, 2023 × 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. The campus organisation Students Supporting Israel is demanding the students seen tearing down posters be kicked out of the university. Hate crime The second incident involves students from Columbia University. A 19-year-old student has been hit with hate crime, assault and harassment charges for attacking a Jewish classmate. The attacker has been identified by Daily Mail as Maxwell Friedman. Friedman, who uses female pronouns as per police, attacked a 24-year-old male classmate, fracturing his finger. The victim who has not been identified, was putting up posters of young children taken hostage by Hamas militants when the hate crime happened. Also read | 'Mom, I'm fine': 6-year-old Muslim boy's heartbreaking last words before dying in hate crime These two incidents are the latest in a string of cases in the US that have happened as a consequence of the Israel-Hamas war. Some Jewish students, as per Daily Mail, have also spoken out, saying that they no longer feel safe on campus due to their fellow students' lack of sympathy for Israel. These incidents are not just limited to college and university campuses. Recently, in Illinois, US, a 71-year-old landlord made the headlines for fatally stabbing the 6-year-old child of his Palestine-American tenants. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

NYU students seen tearing down posters of young Israeli children kidnapped by Hamas. Watch!

Palestine, on Wednesday, called out Israel on its denial of involvement in the tragic Gaza hospital blast. Riyad Mansour, the Palestinian Ambassador to the UN, called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a "liar" and countered his claims that Hamas was behind the attack.

The Palestinian envoy claimed that Israeli forces were behind the strike and said that they had proof, a deleted X (formerly Twitter) post made by Israel.

<h2>What proof does Palestine have?</h2>

Hitting out at the Israeli PM, Mansour said, "He is a liar."&nbsp;

The diplomat claimed that they have a copy of a now-deleted post made by Israel in which the nation allegedly admitted that they hit a Hamas base in the area.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/israel-vs-hamas-blast-at-gaza-hospital-sparks-protests-worldwide-648223">Israel vs Hamas | Blast at Gaza hospital sparks protests worldwide</a>

He said that Netanyahu's "digital spokesperson tweeted that Israel did the hit thinking that there was a base for Hamas around this hospital, and then he deleted that tweet. We have a copy of that tweet."

"Now they changed the story to try to blame the Palestinians," he alleged, adding, "The Israeli spokesperson of the Army made a statement in which he said evacuate the hospitals... Their intention is to evacuate or hospitals will be hit and they are responsible for that crime and they cannot fabricate stories to deal with it."

As per news agency ANI, Mansour in his statement also demanded for immediate ceasefire.

"We as an Arab Group demand immediately a ceasefire because the continuation of the war, it means killing more Palestinians every moment."

<h2>Exchanging blames</h2>

Earlier, in a statement, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said that intelligence from several sources revealed that "Islamic Jihad terrorists" were responsible for the strike, which was an unsuccessful rocket launch.

Taking to social media platform X, he said: "An analysis of IDF operational systems indicates that a barrage of rockets was fired by terrorists in Gaza, passing in close proximity to the Al Ahli hospital in Gaza at the time it was hit."&nbsp;

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hate-crime-nyu-students-seen-tearing-down-posters-of-young-israeli-children-kidnapped-by-hamas-watch-648203">NYU students seen tearing down posters of young Israeli children kidnapped by Hamas. Watch!</a>

"Intelligence from multiple sources we have in our hands indicates that Islamic Jihad is responsible for the failed rocket launch which hit the hospital in Gaza," he added.

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
An analysis of IDF operational systems indicates that a barrage of rockets was fired by terrorists in Gaza, passing in close proximity to the Al Ahli hospital in Gaza at the time it was hit. 
 
Intelligence from multiple sources we have in our hands indicates that Islamic Jihad is…
— Benjamin Netanyahu - בנימין נתניהו (@netanyahu) <a href="https://twitter.com/netanyahu/status/1714371254617022641?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 17, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqclosemark">×</a></div>

In another post, he remarked that the "entire world should know: It was barbaric terrorists in Gaza that attacked the hospital in Gaza, and not the IDF."&nbsp;

"Those who brutally murdered our children also murder their own children," added the Israeli PM.

On Tuesday, Tal Heinrich, a spokesperson for Netanyahu, told CNN that IDF "does not target hospitals," adding "we only target Hamas strongholds, arms depots, and terror targets."

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
The entire world should know: It was barbaric terrorists in Gaza that attacked the hospital in Gaza, and not the IDF. 
 
Those who brutally murdered our children also murder their own children.
— Benjamin Netanyahu - בנימין נתניהו (@netanyahu) <a href="https://twitter.com/netanyahu/status/1714377902991528174?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 17, 2023</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqclosemark">×</a></div>

The Israel Defense Forces, as per AFP, also attributed the blast to a misfired rocket by Hamas.

In a statement, IDF said: "The hospital was hit as a result of a failed rocket launched by the Islamic Jihad terrorist organisation."&nbsp;Hamas has labelled these accusations "lies".

(With inputs from agencies)

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.

WATCH WION LIVE HERE

<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="350" loading="”lazy”" src="https://www.wionews.com/live-tv/embed?autoplay=1&amp;mute=1" width="100%"></iframe>

You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us <a href="https://www.wionews.com/content-contribution-registration-form">here</a>.

Palestine, on Wednesday, called out Israel on its denial of involvement in the tragic Gaza hospital blast. Riyad Mansour, the Palestinian Ambassador to the UN, called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a "liar" and countered his claims that Hamas was behind the attack.

Palestine, on Wednesday, called out Israel on its denial of involvement in the tragic Gaza hospital blast. Riyad Mansour, the Palestinian Ambassador to the UN, called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a "liar" and countered his claims that Hamas was behind the attack. The Palestinian envoy claimed that Israeli forces were behind the strike and said that they had proof, a deleted X (formerly Twitter) post made by Israel. What proof does Palestine have? Hitting out at the Israeli PM, Mansour said, "He is a liar." The diplomat claimed that they have a copy of a now-deleted post made by Israel in which the nation allegedly admitted that they hit a Hamas base in the area. Also read | Israel vs Hamas | Blast at Gaza hospital sparks protests worldwide He said that Netanyahu's "digital spokesperson tweeted that Israel did the hit thinking that there was a base for Hamas around this hospital, and then he deleted that tweet. We have a copy of that tweet." "Now they changed the story to try to blame the Palestinians," he alleged, adding, "The Israeli spokesperson of the Army made a statement in which he said evacuate the hospitals... Their intention is to evacuate or hospitals will be hit and they are responsible for that crime and they cannot fabricate stories to deal with it." As per news agency ANI, Mansour in his statement also demanded for immediate ceasefire. "We as an Arab Group demand immediately a ceasefire because the continuation of the war, it means killing more Palestinians every moment." Exchanging blames Earlier, in a statement, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said that intelligence from several sources revealed that "Islamic Jihad terrorists" were responsible for the strike, which was an unsuccessful rocket launch. Taking to social media platform X, he said: "An analysis of IDF operational systems indicates that a barrage of rockets was fired by terrorists in Gaza, passing in close proximity to the Al Ahli hospital in Gaza at the time it was hit." Also read | NYU students seen tearing down posters of young Israeli children kidnapped by Hamas. Watch! "Intelligence from multiple sources we have in our hands indicates that Islamic Jihad is responsible for the failed rocket launch which hit the hospital in Gaza," he added. An analysis of IDF operational systems indicates that a barrage of rockets was fired by terrorists in Gaza, passing in close proximity to the Al Ahli hospital in Gaza at the time it was hit. Intelligence from multiple sources we have in our hands indicates that Islamic Jihad is… — Benjamin Netanyahu - בנימין נתניהו (@netanyahu) October 17, 2023 × In another post, he remarked that the "entire world should know: It was barbaric terrorists in Gaza that attacked the hospital in Gaza, and not the IDF." "Those who brutally murdered our children also murder their own children," added the Israeli PM. On Tuesday, Tal Heinrich, a spokesperson for Netanyahu, told CNN that IDF "does not target hospitals," adding "we only target Hamas strongholds, arms depots, and terror targets." The entire world should know: It was barbaric terrorists in Gaza that attacked the hospital in Gaza, and not the IDF. Those who brutally murdered our children also murder their own children. — Benjamin Netanyahu - בנימין נתניהו (@netanyahu) October 17, 2023 × The Israel Defense Forces, as per AFP, also attributed the blast to a misfired rocket by Hamas. In a statement, IDF said: "The hospital was hit as a result of a failed rocket launched by the Islamic Jihad terrorist organisation." Hamas has labelled these accusations "lies". (With inputs from agencies) 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. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Gaza hospital attack: Palestinian envoy calls Netanyahu a liar, claims to have proof of Israel involvement

Trigger warning: Some readers may find details of this report disturbing. Discretion is advised

On Monday, hundreds in the United States gathered to lay to rest a six-year-old Muslim boy who amid the ongoing Israel-Palestine war became the victim of a hate crime.&nbsp;

At the funeral gathering, the boy, Wadea al-Fayoume's uncle, revealed the heartbreaking last words of the little boy: "Mom, I'm fine."

<h2>Friend turned foe</h2>

"When he (the child) was stabbed, his last words to his mom were, 'Mom, I'm fine.' You know what, he is fine. He's in a better place," said Mahmoud Yousef, Wadea al-Fayoume's uncle.

Speaking on behalf of the aggrieved family, Yousef Hannon, another uncle of the victim, claimed that the suspect 71-year-old Joseph Czuba was very friendly with the little boy and his family.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hate-crime-in-us-man-stabs-6-year-old-muslim-child-over-ongoing-israel-hamas-war-tensions-647335">Hate crime in US: Man stabs to death 6-year-old Muslim child over ongoing Israel-Hamas war</a>

"There were no signs of anything wrong," he said, adding that "he was friendly with the whole family, but especially to the kid, who he treated like a grandson."

Talking to the BBC, he stated that Czuba "brought him (Wadea al-Fayoume) gifts, he brought him some toys."

<h2>Overflowing grief</h2>

In Illinois, United States, hundreds of people came together to pay their last respects to six-year-old Wadea al-Fayoume, who on Sunday was attacked in his home.

The Monday funeral saw the Mosque Foundation in the Chicago suburb of Bridgeview overflow with people, with some paying their respects on the pavement outside.

Mourners, as per BBC, came from all over the area to express their anger and grief. Among them, some voiced their concerns about other Muslim children.

Talking to BBC, a mother of three said: "I'm shocked, but I'm not surprised."

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tiktok-stands-against-terrorism-launches-measures-to-control-misinformation-amid-israel-hamas-war-647320">TikTok 'stands against terrorism,' launches measures to control misinformation amid Israel-Hamas war</a>

"We're worried about our children, and more worried about the powerless kids around the world that are in Palestine now, that are in Gaza," added Sadia Nawab, who lives near a mosque.

She said that schools in the locality have taken extra precautions because of the ongoing war in Israel and Gaza.

<h2>The attack and the motive</h2>

As per the police, the little boy was attacked because he was Muslim.&nbsp;

In a court filing, Assistant State's Attorney Michael Fitzgerald alleged that Czuba, who was the landlord to the Muslim family, was angry at the little boy's mother "for what was going on in Jerusalem."

"She responded to him, 'Let's pray for peace,'" wrote the prosecutors.&nbsp;

"Czuba then attacked her with a knife," they added.

They claim that the landlord grew paranoid about the presence of the Palestinian-American family in his house.&nbsp;

The child was stabbed 26 times with a military-style knife, reports Al Jazeera. The mother too suffered a dozen stab wounds, but she is expected to survive the senseless crime.

(With inputs from agencies)

WATCH WION LIVE HERE

<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="350" loading="”lazy”" src="https://www.wionews.com/live-tv/embed?autoplay=1&amp;mute=1" width="100%"></iframe>

You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us <a href="https://www.wionews.com/content-contribution-registration-form">here</a>.

Trigger warning: Some readers may find details of this report disturbing. Discretion is advised On Monday, hundreds in the United States gathered to lay to rest a six-year-old Muslim boy who amid the ongoing Israel-Palestine war became the victim of a hate crime.

Trigger warning: Some readers may find details of this report disturbing. Discretion is advised On Monday, hundreds in the United States gathered to lay to rest a six-year-old Muslim boy who amid the ongoing Israel-Palestine war became the victim of a hate crime. At the funeral gathering, the boy, Wadea al-Fayoume's uncle, revealed the heartbreaking last words of the little boy: "Mom, I'm fine." Friend turned foe "When he (the child) was stabbed, his last words to his mom were, 'Mom, I'm fine.' You know what, he is fine. He's in a better place," said Mahmoud Yousef, Wadea al-Fayoume's uncle. Speaking on behalf of the aggrieved family, Yousef Hannon, another uncle of the victim, claimed that the suspect 71-year-old Joseph Czuba was very friendly with the little boy and his family. Also read | Hate crime in US: Man stabs to death 6-year-old Muslim child over ongoing Israel-Hamas war "There were no signs of anything wrong," he said, adding that "he was friendly with the whole family, but especially to the kid, who he treated like a grandson." Talking to the BBC, he stated that Czuba "brought him (Wadea al-Fayoume) gifts, he brought him some toys." Overflowing grief In Illinois, United States, hundreds of people came together to pay their last respects to six-year-old Wadea al-Fayoume, who on Sunday was attacked in his home. The Monday funeral saw the Mosque Foundation in the Chicago suburb of Bridgeview overflow with people, with some paying their respects on the pavement outside. Mourners, as per BBC, came from all over the area to express their anger and grief. Among them, some voiced their concerns about other Muslim children. Talking to BBC, a mother of three said: "I'm shocked, but I'm not surprised." Also read | TikTok 'stands against terrorism,' launches measures to control misinformation amid Israel-Hamas war "We're worried about our children, and more worried about the powerless kids around the world that are in Palestine now, that are in Gaza," added Sadia Nawab, who lives near a mosque. She said that schools in the locality have taken extra precautions because of the ongoing war in Israel and Gaza. The attack and the motive As per the police, the little boy was attacked because he was Muslim. In a court filing, Assistant State's Attorney Michael Fitzgerald alleged that Czuba, who was the landlord to the Muslim family, was angry at the little boy's mother "for what was going on in Jerusalem." "She responded to him, 'Let's pray for peace,'" wrote the prosecutors. "Czuba then attacked her with a knife," they added. They claim that the landlord grew paranoid about the presence of the Palestinian-American family in his house. The child was stabbed 26 times with a military-style knife, reports Al Jazeera. The mother too suffered a dozen stab wounds, but she is expected to survive the senseless crime. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

'Mom, I'm fine': 6-year-old Muslim boy's heartbreaking last words before dying in hate crime

In a surprising turn of events on Wall Street, stocks managed to rebound despite initial concerns surrounding the deadly conflict between Hamas and Israel.&nbsp;

As per AFP, on Monday, stocks closed higher, bouncing back from a slump.

<h2>Resilient markets</h2>

As the world faces geopolitical uncertainties, initially, following a weekend attack by Palestinian militant group Hamas on Israel, US stocks had initially experienced a dip.&nbsp;

Even as fears of escalating tensions lingered, markets eventually shrugged off the pressure.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/did-hamas-dupe-israel-into-a-false-sense-of-security-before-ongoing-devastating-attack-644424">Did Hamas dupe Israel into a false sense of security before launching bloody attack?</a>

Oil prices, however, surged due to concerns about growing unrest in the oil-rich Middle East.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average registered a 0.6 per cent increase, reaching 33,604.65 points.&nbsp;

Similarly, the broad-based S&amp;P 500 Index climbed by 0.6 per cent to 4,335.66 points, and the Nasdaq Composite Index showed a 0.4 per cent advance, closing at 13,484.24 points.

Outside the US, businesses with ties to Israel, such as chipmakers and software providers, faced pressure as a result of the conflict.&nbsp;

<h2>Defence shares jump</h2>

Interestingly, shares of prominent defence and oil companies experienced significant gains during this tumultuous period.&nbsp;

Lockheed Martin, for instance, closed nearly 9 per cent higher, reflecting investors' focus on security-related industries. Northrop Grumman Corp rose by 11.4 per cent and Exxon Mobil picked up 3.4 per cent.

Talking to AFP, CFRA Research chief investment strategist Sam Stovall said: "Historically, military shocks on their own have tended to be short-lived."

"Even though oil prices spiked by 4.3 percent on the first trading day after the attack, the US dollar weakened, and share prices rose, implying that traders think this military shock will also likely not trigger a new bear market," he added.

This unexpected surge in defence stocks appears to be linked to concerns about geopolitical risks.&nbsp;

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/change-the-middle-east-israel-pms-remarks-signals-future-of-israel-hamas-war-644643">'Change the Middle East': Israel PM's remarks signal future of Israel-Hamas war</a>

Investors are grappling not only with elevated interest rates but also with signs of economic turbulence in China, reports Bloomberg.

Hamas' attack on Israel has once again redirected attention to the defence sector, wrote Truist Securities analyst Michael Ciarmoli in a note to clients.

Ciarmoli noted that the shares had previously been underperforming due to uncertainties about the US military budget.

(With inputs from agencies)

WATCH WION LIVE HERE

<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="350" loading="”lazy”" src="https://www.wionews.com/live-tv/embed?autoplay=1&amp;mute=1" width="100%"></iframe>

You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us <a href="https://www.wionews.com/content-contribution-registration-form">here</a>.

In a surprising turn of events on Wall Street, stocks managed to rebound despite initial concerns surrounding the deadly conflict between Hamas and Israel. As per AFP, on Monday, stocks closed higher, bouncing back from a slump.

In a surprising turn of events on Wall Street, stocks managed to rebound despite initial concerns surrounding the deadly conflict between Hamas and Israel. As per AFP, on Monday, stocks closed higher, bouncing back from a slump. Resilient markets As the world faces geopolitical uncertainties, initially, following a weekend attack by Palestinian militant group Hamas on Israel, US stocks had initially experienced a dip. Even as fears of escalating tensions lingered, markets eventually shrugged off the pressure. Also read | Did Hamas dupe Israel into a false sense of security before launching bloody attack? Oil prices, however, surged due to concerns about growing unrest in the oil-rich Middle East. The Dow Jones Industrial Average registered a 0.6 per cent increase, reaching 33,604.65 points. Similarly, the broad-based S&P 500 Index climbed by 0.6 per cent to 4,335.66 points, and the Nasdaq Composite Index showed a 0.4 per cent advance, closing at 13,484.24 points. Outside the US, businesses with ties to Israel, such as chipmakers and software providers, faced pressure as a result of the conflict. Defence shares jump Interestingly, shares of prominent defence and oil companies experienced significant gains during this tumultuous period. Lockheed Martin, for instance, closed nearly 9 per cent higher, reflecting investors' focus on security-related industries. Northrop Grumman Corp rose by 11.4 per cent and Exxon Mobil picked up 3.4 per cent. Talking to AFP, CFRA Research chief investment strategist Sam Stovall said: "Historically, military shocks on their own have tended to be short-lived." "Even though oil prices spiked by 4.3 percent on the first trading day after the attack, the US dollar weakened, and share prices rose, implying that traders think this military shock will also likely not trigger a new bear market," he added. This unexpected surge in defence stocks appears to be linked to concerns about geopolitical risks. Also read | 'Change the Middle East': Israel PM's remarks signal future of Israel-Hamas war Investors are grappling not only with elevated interest rates but also with signs of economic turbulence in China, reports Bloomberg. Hamas' attack on Israel has once again redirected attention to the defence sector, wrote Truist Securities analyst Michael Ciarmoli in a note to clients. Ciarmoli noted that the shares had previously been underperforming due to uncertainties about the US military budget. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Defence shares soar amid Israel-Hamas conflict

In Israel's Ofakim, a woman reportedly distracted the Hamas for 15 hours, before being rescued.&nbsp;The woman has been identified by Israel's Channel 12 News as Rachel Adari.

Here's what happened:

<h2>We will die together</h2>

Talking to the Israeli News channel, Rachel recalled that five terrorists armed to the teeth with guns and other weapons entered the house where she and her husband were present.

"I said to my husband, if we will die, we will die together," Rachel Adari told the outlet.

The couple's son, a police officer, was on the outside, helping the YAMAM counterterrorism force plan a rescue. Aware of the fact, Rachel decided to buy some time.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/defence-shares-soar-amid-israel-hamas-conflict-644714">Defence shares soar amid Israel-Hamas conflict</a>

She told Channel 12 that she could see that the Hamas operatives were agitated, and that's when she came up with a plan.

"I saw they were angry, and I asked them if they were hungry," she said.

"I made them coffee and gave them cookies. They started singing Lior Narkis (Israeli singer's) songs to me. I distracted them. I knew my son was helping the YAMAM and that they would come rescue me."

The next few hours were spent waiting, hoping to be rescued.

At around midnight, the couple saw the IDF approaching.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/did-hamas-dupe-israel-into-a-false-sense-of-security-before-ongoing-devastating-attack-644424">Did Hamas dupe Israel into a false sense of security before launching bloody attack?</a>

"At 2:30 in the morning, a grenade was suddenly thrown into our house, I jumped on my wife. Shots passed over us - near the head. I don't know how we survived," (translated from Hebrew) he told the news organisation.

After 15 hours of waiting, the couple was rescued. The Hamas operatives were killed by the Israeli special forces during the rescue operation.&nbsp;

<h2>The Israel-Hamas conflict</h2>

Just a few days ago, Israel, which has one of the world's most powerful militaries, was caught off guard by what is proving to be the worst breach in its defences since Arab forces waged a war around 50 years ago, in 1973.

As per Reuters, the death toll from the Hamas attacks on Saturday (Oct 7) has climbed to 900 — mostly civilians gunned down in their homes.

Gaza's Health Ministry claims that the retaliatory strikes have led to the death of around 687 Palestinians.

The United Nations reports that around 180,000 Gazans have been rendered homeless due to the conflict.

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)

WATCH WION LIVE HERE

<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="350" loading="”lazy”" src="https://www.wionews.com/live-tv/embed?autoplay=1&amp;mute=1" width="100%"></iframe>

You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us <a href="https://www.wionews.com/content-contribution-registration-form">here</a>.

In Israel's Ofakim, a woman reportedly distracted the Hamas for 15 hours, before being rescued. The woman has been identified by Israel's Channel 12 News as Rachel Adari.

In Israel's Ofakim, a woman reportedly distracted the Hamas for 15 hours, before being rescued. The woman has been identified by Israel's Channel 12 News as Rachel Adari. Here's what happened: We will die together Talking to the Israeli News channel, Rachel recalled that five terrorists armed to the teeth with guns and other weapons entered the house where she and her husband were present. "I said to my husband, if we will die, we will die together," Rachel Adari told the outlet. The couple's son, a police officer, was on the outside, helping the YAMAM counterterrorism force plan a rescue. Aware of the fact, Rachel decided to buy some time. Also read | Defence shares soar amid Israel-Hamas conflict She told Channel 12 that she could see that the Hamas operatives were agitated, and that's when she came up with a plan. "I saw they were angry, and I asked them if they were hungry," she said. "I made them coffee and gave them cookies. They started singing Lior Narkis (Israeli singer's) songs to me. I distracted them. I knew my son was helping the YAMAM and that they would come rescue me." The next few hours were spent waiting, hoping to be rescued. At around midnight, the couple saw the IDF approaching. Also read | Did Hamas dupe Israel into a false sense of security before launching bloody attack? "At 2:30 in the morning, a grenade was suddenly thrown into our house, I jumped on my wife. Shots passed over us - near the head. I don't know how we survived," (translated from Hebrew) he told the news organisation. After 15 hours of waiting, the couple was rescued. The Hamas operatives were killed by the Israeli special forces during the rescue operation. The Israel-Hamas conflict Just a few days ago, Israel, which has one of the world's most powerful militaries, was caught off guard by what is proving to be the worst breach in its defences since Arab forces waged a war around 50 years ago, in 1973. As per Reuters, the death toll from the Hamas attacks on Saturday (Oct 7) has climbed to 900 — mostly civilians gunned down in their homes. Gaza's Health Ministry claims that the retaliatory strikes have led to the death of around 687 Palestinians. The United Nations reports that around 180,000 Gazans have been rendered homeless due to the conflict. 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) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

How an Israeli woman distracted Hamas with coffee and cookies for 15 hours until rescue

Hamas' careful campaign of deception ensured that one the world's most powerful military were caught off guard by what is proving to be the worst breach in Israel's defences since Arab forces waged a war around 50 years ago, in 1973, claim reports.

<h2>A case of acting weary</h2>

Talking to Reuters, an anonymous source close to Hamas, said that "Hamas gave Israel the impression that it was not ready for a fight."

Reportedly, Hamas led Israel to believe that it was war-weary by providing economic incentives to Gazan workers. However, at the same time, the group's fighters were being trained and grilled 'often in plain sight'.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/heres-why-hamas-chose-october-7-to-launch-bloodiest-attack-on-israel-644394">Here's why Hamas chose October 7 to launch bloodiest attack on Israel</a>

"Hamas used an unprecedented intelligence tactic to mislead Israel over the last months, by giving a public impression that it was not willing to go into a fight or confrontation with Israel while preparing for this massive operation," said Reuter's source.

<h2>Caught off guard: The Israel-Hamas war</h2>

Israel too has conceded that it was caught off guard by the attack that coincided with the Jewish Sabbath and another religious holiday.

Israeli Defence Forces spokesperson Major Nir Dinar has described the attack as "our 9/11."&nbsp;

"They got us," said Dinar, adding that "they surprised us, and they came fast from many spots - both from the air and the ground and the sea."

An Israeli security source also acknowledged Israel's security services were duped by Hamas.&nbsp;

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hamas-militants-paraglide-into-israeli-rave-party-partygoers-keep-dancing-unaware-watch-644397">Hamas militants paraglide into Israeli 'rave party,' partygoers keep dancing unaware. Watch</a>

"They caused us to think they wanted money," while "all the time they were involved in exercises/drills until they ran riot."

Reportedly, Hamas set up a mock Israeli settlement in Gaza to train its fighters. The Hamas operatives used this to practice a military landing and storm the mock settlement. As per the Hamas source, they even made videos of the manoeuvres.&nbsp;

"Israel surely saw them, but they were convinced that Hamas wasn't keen on getting into a confrontation," said the source, adding, "Hamas was able to build a whole image that it was not ready for a military adventure against Israel."

In the last couple of days, after Hamas stormed into Israel towns, 700 Israelis have been killed and dozens of others have been abducted. In retaliation, Israel has killed more than 400 Palestinians in its attack on Gaza.

(With inputs from agencies)

WATCH WION LIVE HERE

<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="350" loading="”lazy”" src="https://www.wionews.com/live-tv/embed?autoplay=1&amp;mute=1" width="100%"></iframe>

You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us <a href="https://www.wionews.com/content-contribution-registration-form">here</a>.

Hamas' careful campaign of deception ensured that one the world's most powerful military were caught off guard by what is proving to be the worst breach in Israel's defences since Arab forces waged a war around 50 years ago, in 1973, claim reports.

Hamas' careful campaign of deception ensured that one the world's most powerful military were caught off guard by what is proving to be the worst breach in Israel's defences since Arab forces waged a war around 50 years ago, in 1973, claim reports. A case of acting weary Talking to Reuters, an anonymous source close to Hamas, said that "Hamas gave Israel the impression that it was not ready for a fight." Reportedly, Hamas led Israel to believe that it was war-weary by providing economic incentives to Gazan workers. However, at the same time, the group's fighters were being trained and grilled 'often in plain sight'. Also read | Here's why Hamas chose October 7 to launch bloodiest attack on Israel "Hamas used an unprecedented intelligence tactic to mislead Israel over the last months, by giving a public impression that it was not willing to go into a fight or confrontation with Israel while preparing for this massive operation," said Reuter's source. Caught off guard: The Israel-Hamas war Israel too has conceded that it was caught off guard by the attack that coincided with the Jewish Sabbath and another religious holiday. Israeli Defence Forces spokesperson Major Nir Dinar has described the attack as "our 9/11." "They got us," said Dinar, adding that "they surprised us, and they came fast from many spots - both from the air and the ground and the sea." An Israeli security source also acknowledged Israel's security services were duped by Hamas. Also read | Hamas militants paraglide into Israeli 'rave party,' partygoers keep dancing unaware. Watch "They caused us to think they wanted money," while "all the time they were involved in exercises/drills until they ran riot." Reportedly, Hamas set up a mock Israeli settlement in Gaza to train its fighters. The Hamas operatives used this to practice a military landing and storm the mock settlement. As per the Hamas source, they even made videos of the manoeuvres. "Israel surely saw them, but they were convinced that Hamas wasn't keen on getting into a confrontation," said the source, adding, "Hamas was able to build a whole image that it was not ready for a military adventure against Israel." In the last couple of days, after Hamas stormed into Israel towns, 700 Israelis have been killed and dozens of others have been abducted. In retaliation, Israel has killed more than 400 Palestinians in its attack on Gaza. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Did Hamas dupe Israel into a false sense of security before launching bloody attack?

hamas-israel-0

Hamas Israel, News on Hamas Israel, stories on Hamas Israel, articles on Hamas Israel, Hamas Israel stories at Wion, Hamas Israel news, Hamas Israel latest news

hamas israel-0