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Amid the growing escalation between Israel and Lebanon, the IDF has claimed fresh attacks against Hezbollah. Israeli fighter jets struck military targets inside South Lebanon and this comes as US continues to urge de-escalation between the two the Israeli forces. Watch in for more details!

Israel's offensive in Lebanon will pull Iran in the war, says US

Rapidly escalating cross tensions between Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah have threatened to boil over. Hezbollah has released an aggressive video specifying Israeli targets it tends to attack in case of a war. Watch in for more details!

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Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu says he is ready for a partial deal with Hamas to return hostages. Meanwhile, Israel's Defense Minister arrived in Washington for critical talks on the Gaza war and surging cross border tensions with Lebanon's Hezbollah movement. Watch in for more details!

Gaza War: Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant in US for talks on Gaza & Lebanon

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu says he is ready for a partial deal with Hamas to return some hostages. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas War: Israeli PM says, 'intense phase of Gaza war nearing end'

For the first time since the war broke out in Gaza, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sat down with the Israeli media where he said he is ready for a partial deal with Hamas to return some hostages and further outlined that the intense fighting in Gaza's Rafah city is coming to an end. Meanwhile, the rapidly escalating cross tensions between Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah have threatened to boil over. Hezbollah has released an aggressive video specifying Israeli targets it tends to attack in case of a war. Watch in for more details!

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At least 24 people lost their lives and several others suffered injuries after Israeli military pounded two neighborhoods of Gaza City. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas war: Israeli strike kills 24 in Northern Gaza

With no signs of de-escalation in sight Israel's war in Gaza it's now fueling a fire at home tens of thousands of people took to the streets of Israel on Saturday demanding prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu's resignation and the return of hostages Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas war: Thousands join anti-government protests in Tel Aviv

The leader of Lebanon’s militant Hezbollah group says it has new weapons and intelligence capabilities that could help it target more critical positions deeper inside Israel in case of an all-out war. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hezbollah tensions: UN says Lebanon must not degenerate into another Gaza

Airfare chaos is disrupting Israel's inflation forecasts. A new pricing methodology, implemented by Israel's statistics bureau just before the October 7 attacks, has left economists struggling to predict inflation accurately. Previously, prices were based on annual lists from airlines. Now, an automated process averages prices from thousands of online transactions for tickets bought one, four, and seven months ahead. This shift has caused significant volatility, making it difficult for forecasters to gauge inflation accurately.

Israel-Hamas war: Airfare price swings mislead Israeli inflation forecasts

New tensions have emerged this week between US President Joe Biden's Administration and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the Israeli premier's criticism of US withholding weapon deliveries. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas war: US Pier reattached to Gaza coast, aid deliveries resume

Israel-Hamas war: Israeli PM Netanyahu says 'will not leave Gaza' until all hostages returned

<p>Iran-backed Hezbollah group, an ally of the Palestinian militant unit Hamas, on Tuesday (Jun 18) released a nine-minute, 31-second-long drone footage, which showed aerial video of locations in Israel. The reconnaissance drones were apparently flying over northern Israel, including the Haifa port, but it's not sure when exactly it was filmed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Hezbollah has often launched drones, even with explosives, towards northern Israel in recent months. Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, who is the group's head, said in November that they had been sending surveillance drones over Haifa, which is 27 kilometres from the Lebanese border.</p>

<p>The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has not commented on the video, which was shared by the groups associated with Hezbollah, including on its Telegram channel.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-war-at-least-17-palestinians-killed-in-israeli-strike-on-gaza-refugee-camp-732858">Israel-Hamas war: At least 17 Palestinians killed in Israeli strike on Gaza refugee camp</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>The Guardian said in a report that Hezbollah advised viewers on several channels to "watch and analyse" it.</p>

<p>The militant group said that the video has "important scenes". The video included a cryptic message that it would show what the "hoopoe had brought back". Notably, the hoopoe is the name of a drone and also a bird that is regarded as a messenger in Arabic mythology.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The video pinpointed what Hezbollah said were Israeli military, defence and energy facilities, as well as civilian and military infrastructure.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch the video here:&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>This comes amid US envoy Amos Hochstein called for the "urgent" de-escalation of cross-border exchanges of fire between Hezbollah and Israeli forces.</p>

<p>"The conflict... between Israel and Hezbollah has gone on for long enough. It's in everyone's interest to resolve it quickly and diplomatically -- that is both achievable and it is urgent," the presidential envoy said on a visit to Beirut.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During his visit, Hochstein met with Lebanese parliament speaker Nabih Berri, a key Hezbollah ally, a day after holding talks in Jerusalem with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Speaker Berri and I had a very good discussion," Hochstein said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Referring to the demarcation line between Israel and Lebanon, he said, "We discussed the current security and political situation in Lebanon as well as the deal on the table right now with respect to Gaza, which also provides an opportunity to end the conflict across the Blue Line."&nbsp;</p>

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Iran-backed Hezbollah group, an ally of the Palestinian militant unit Hamas, on Tuesday (Jun 18) released a nine-minute, 31-second-long drone footage, which showed aerial video of locations in Israel.

Iran-backed Hezbollah group, an ally of the Palestinian militant unit Hamas, on Tuesday (Jun 18) released a nine-minute, 31-second-long drone footage, which showed aerial video of locations in Israel. The reconnaissance drones were apparently flying over northern Israel, including the Haifa port, but it's not sure when exactly it was filmed. Hezbollah has often launched drones, even with explosives, towards northern Israel in recent months. Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, who is the group's head, said in November that they had been sending surveillance drones over Haifa, which is 27 kilometres from the Lebanese border. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has not commented on the video, which was shared by the groups associated with Hezbollah, including on its Telegram channel. Also read: Israel-Hamas war: At least 17 Palestinians killed in Israeli strike on Gaza refugee camp The Guardian said in a report that Hezbollah advised viewers on several channels to "watch and analyse" it. The militant group said that the video has "important scenes". The video included a cryptic message that it would show what the "hoopoe had brought back". Notably, the hoopoe is the name of a drone and also a bird that is regarded as a messenger in Arabic mythology. The video pinpointed what Hezbollah said were Israeli military, defence and energy facilities, as well as civilian and military infrastructure. Watch the video here: Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos and videos shared on social media. Hezbollah has published a video showing one of its reconnaissance drones flying over northern Israel, including the Haifa port. pic.twitter.com/7UxfpiX3Io — Emanuel (Mannie) Fabian (@manniefabian) June 18, 2024 × Also read: Number of children killed due to armed conflicts tripled in one year: UN This comes amid US envoy Amos Hochstein called for the "urgent" de-escalation of cross-border exchanges of fire between Hezbollah and Israeli forces. "The conflict... between Israel and Hezbollah has gone on for long enough. It's in everyone's interest to resolve it quickly and diplomatically -- that is both achievable and it is urgent," the presidential envoy said on a visit to Beirut. During his visit, Hochstein met with Lebanese parliament speaker Nabih Berri, a key Hezbollah ally, a day after holding talks in Jerusalem with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. "Speaker Berri and I had a very good discussion," Hochstein said. Referring to the demarcation line between Israel and Lebanon, he said, "We discussed the current security and political situation in Lebanon as well as the deal on the table right now with respect to Gaza, which also provides an opportunity to end the conflict across the Blue Line." 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)

In a threatening message to Israel, Hezbollah releases surveillance footage of Haifa

<p>A new document claimed that the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) and intelligence services had detailed knowledge of the unprecedented attack by the Hamas militants on October 7 last year. Israeli military apparently also knew about Hamas' plan to kidnap 250 people.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Kan public broadcaster claimed on Monday (Jun 17) that a document compiled within the IDF's Gaza Division warned that Hamas was training for a large-scale invasion. The document was reportedly compiled less than three weeks before the October 7 attacks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The document, titled "Detailed raid training from end to end," said that the Palestinian militants were aiming to take hundreds of hostages. "The expected number of hostages: 200-250 people", Kan said citing unnamed security sources.</p>

<p>The crucial report was circulated on September 19, but it was apparently ignored despite being shared with at least some senior intelligence officials in the military's Gaza Division and Southern Command.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-a-threatening-message-to-israel-hezbollah-releases-surveillance-footage-of-haifa-732956">In a threatening message to Israel, Hezbollah releases surveillance footage of Haifa</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Hamas launched the attack on October 7 which resulted in the deaths of 1,194 people, mostly civilians, according to Israeli official figures. The militants also took 251 people hostage, 116 of whom remain in Gaza including 41 the army says are dead.&nbsp;In retaliation, Israel waged war on Gaza, vowing to eliminate the Palestine-based militant group.</p>

<p>The humanitarian situation continues to worsen in the Gaza Strip. Israel's military offensive has killed at least 37,347 people, also mostly civilians, according to the Hamas-run territory's health ministry.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The document revealed&nbsp;exercises and drills that Hamas'&nbsp;elite forces were carrying out for raids on Israeli towns and military posts. As per the document, they trained on how to hold soldiers and civilians hostage.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"At 11 a.m., several companies were observed gathering for prayer and lunch before the start of training. At noon, equipment and weapons are distributed to the fighters, after which a company headquarters drill takes place. At 2:00 p.m., the raid practice begins," part of the document states.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-war-at-least-17-palestinians-killed-in-israeli-strike-on-gaza-refugee-camp-732858">Israel-Hamas war: At least 17 Palestinians killed in Israeli strike on Gaza refugee camp</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Questions on Israel's&nbsp;intelligence</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Similar claims, linked to apparent intelligence failure, have been made in the past as well, but Israel has denied them.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Israeli politicians have rebuffed calls for a thorough investigation into intelligence failures surrounding the Hamas attack.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has insisted any official probe should wait until after the war.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, the Israeli military told the news agency AFP that it was "investigating the events" of October 7, with a probe being "actively carried out" and would later be made public.&nbsp;</p>

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A new document claimed that the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) and intelligence services had detailed knowledge of the unprecedented attack by the Hamas militants on October 7 last year.

A new document claimed that the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) and intelligence services had detailed knowledge of the unprecedented attack by the Hamas militants on October 7 last year. Israeli military apparently also knew about Hamas' plan to kidnap 250 people. The Kan public broadcaster claimed on Monday (Jun 17) that a document compiled within the IDF's Gaza Division warned that Hamas was training for a large-scale invasion. The document was reportedly compiled less than three weeks before the October 7 attacks. The document, titled "Detailed raid training from end to end," said that the Palestinian militants were aiming to take hundreds of hostages. "The expected number of hostages: 200-250 people", Kan said citing unnamed security sources. The crucial report was circulated on September 19, but it was apparently ignored despite being shared with at least some senior intelligence officials in the military's Gaza Division and Southern Command. Also read: In a threatening message to Israel, Hezbollah releases surveillance footage of Haifa Hamas launched the attack on October 7 which resulted in the deaths of 1,194 people, mostly civilians, according to Israeli official figures. The militants also took 251 people hostage, 116 of whom remain in Gaza including 41 the army says are dead. In retaliation, Israel waged war on Gaza, vowing to eliminate the Palestine-based militant group. The humanitarian situation continues to worsen in the Gaza Strip. Israel's military offensive has killed at least 37,347 people, also mostly civilians, according to the Hamas-run territory's health ministry. The document revealed exercises and drills that Hamas' elite forces were carrying out for raids on Israeli towns and military posts. As per the document, they trained on how to hold soldiers and civilians hostage. "At 11 a.m., several companies were observed gathering for prayer and lunch before the start of training. At noon, equipment and weapons are distributed to the fighters, after which a company headquarters drill takes place. At 2:00 p.m., the raid practice begins," part of the document states. Also read: Israel-Hamas war: At least 17 Palestinians killed in Israeli strike on Gaza refugee camp Watch this report: × Questions on Israel's intelligence Similar claims, linked to apparent intelligence failure, have been made in the past as well, but Israel has denied them. Israeli politicians have rebuffed calls for a thorough investigation into intelligence failures surrounding the Hamas attack. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has insisted any official probe should wait until after the war. However, the Israeli military told the news agency AFP that it was "investigating the events" of October 7, with a probe being "actively carried out" and would later be made public. 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)

Israel's intel failed despite prior knowledge of Hamas' plan weeks before October 7 attack: Report

<p>Israel on Tuesday (Jun 18) conducted air strikes overnight on homes at a refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip, killing at least 17 Palestinians, news agency Reuters reported citing residents and medics.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As quoted by local reports, a journalist reporting from Deir al-Balah in central Gaza said that&nbsp;17 people were killed in "two separate attacks on homes in Nuseirat accommodating displaced families who had recently evacuated from Rafah".&nbsp;</p>

<p>He further added that "the first strike killed 10 people, including women and children. Five of them were from the same family".&nbsp;</p>

<p>"An hour later, the second attack targeted another family's home. The victims include not only the parents and their children but also the grandparents," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-more-people-are-avoiding-news-turning-to-social-media-for-information-finds-study-732738">Explained: More people are avoiding news, turning to social media for information, finds study</a></strong></p>

<p>The news agency reported that&nbsp;seven bodies wrapped in white shrouds could be seen laid out on the grounds of Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir al-Balah. The scenes were ahead of their funeral.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Women tried to comfort a young boy as he wept over the bodies of the deceased and men prayed over them.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Hanan al-Rai, who&nbsp;lost several family members in the airstrikes, said she ran out after the bombings only to find her daughter, grandchildren and others all killed.</p>

<p>"Why do our children die while their children live and play and are happy - and our children can't find a drop of water to drink or a bite to eat and on top of that they kill them," she said in an interview with the news agency.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gaza-war-us-nears-notifying-one-of-the-biggest-ever-arms-sales-to-israel-732635">Gaza war: US sets finger to trigger one of the biggest arms sales to Israel</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<h2><strong>Israel-Hamas death toll&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The number of casualties may increase as reportedly, some people are still trapped under the rubble.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the health ministry in Hamas-run Gaza said on Tuesday that at least 37,372 people have been killed in the territory so far during the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The toll includes at least 25 deaths in the past 24 hours, a ministry statement said, adding that a total of 85,452 people had been wounded in the Gaza Strip since the war began when Hamas militants attacked Israel on October 7. It's not clear whether or not the latest 17 deaths in Nuseirat were added to the latest toll.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Israel had specific intelligence on Kibbutz attack&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>US envoy calls for 'urgent' diplomacy</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>US envoy Amos Hochstein on Tuesday called for the "urgent" de-escalation of cross-border exchanges of fire between Lebanon's Hezbollah and Israeli forces.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Hezbollah is an Iran-backed armed group and an ally of the Palestinian militant movement Hamas. The cross-border exchanges have been raging since the start of the Gaza war, but the group stepped up attacks on northern Israel last week after an Israeli strike killed one of its senior commanders.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The conflict... between Israel and Hezbollah has gone on for long enough," the presidential envoy said on a visit to Beirut.</p>

<p>"It's in everyone's interest to resolve it quickly and diplomatically -- that is both achievable and it is urgent."</p>

<p>Hochstein met with Lebanese parliament speaker Nabih Berri, a key Hezbollah ally, a day after holding talks in Jerusalem with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.</p>

<p>"Speaker Berri and I had a very a good discussion," Hochstein said.</p>

<p>"We discussed the current security and political situation in Lebanon as well as the deal on the table right now with respect to Gaza, which also provides an opportunity to end the conflict across the Blue Line", the demarcation line between Israel and Lebanon.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em><strong>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;</strong></em></p>

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Israel on Tuesday (Jun 18) conducted air strikes overnight on homes at a refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip, killing at least 17 Palestinians, news agency Reuters reported citing residents and medics.

Israel on Tuesday (Jun 18) conducted air strikes overnight on homes at a refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip, killing at least 17 Palestinians, news agency Reuters reported citing residents and medics. As quoted by local reports, a journalist reporting from Deir al-Balah in central Gaza said that 17 people were killed in "two separate attacks on homes in Nuseirat accommodating displaced families who had recently evacuated from Rafah". He further added that "the first strike killed 10 people, including women and children. Five of them were from the same family". "An hour later, the second attack targeted another family's home. The victims include not only the parents and their children but also the grandparents," he added. Also read: Explained: More people are avoiding news, turning to social media for information, finds study The news agency reported that seven bodies wrapped in white shrouds could be seen laid out on the grounds of Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir al-Balah. The scenes were ahead of their funeral. Women tried to comfort a young boy as he wept over the bodies of the deceased and men prayed over them. Hanan al-Rai, who lost several family members in the airstrikes, said she ran out after the bombings only to find her daughter, grandchildren and others all killed. "Why do our children die while their children live and play and are happy - and our children can't find a drop of water to drink or a bite to eat and on top of that they kill them," she said in an interview with the news agency. Also read: Gaza war: US sets finger to trigger one of the biggest arms sales to Israel Israel-Hamas death toll The number of casualties may increase as reportedly, some people are still trapped under the rubble. Meanwhile, the health ministry in Hamas-run Gaza said on Tuesday that at least 37,372 people have been killed in the territory so far during the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. The toll includes at least 25 deaths in the past 24 hours, a ministry statement said, adding that a total of 85,452 people had been wounded in the Gaza Strip since the war began when Hamas militants attacked Israel on October 7. It's not clear whether or not the latest 17 deaths in Nuseirat were added to the latest toll. Watch: Israel had specific intelligence on Kibbutz attack × US envoy calls for 'urgent' diplomacy US envoy Amos Hochstein on Tuesday called for the "urgent" de-escalation of cross-border exchanges of fire between Lebanon's Hezbollah and Israeli forces. Hezbollah is an Iran-backed armed group and an ally of the Palestinian militant movement Hamas. The cross-border exchanges have been raging since the start of the Gaza war, but the group stepped up attacks on northern Israel last week after an Israeli strike killed one of its senior commanders. "The conflict... between Israel and Hezbollah has gone on for long enough," the presidential envoy said on a visit to Beirut. "It's in everyone's interest to resolve it quickly and diplomatically -- that is both achievable and it is urgent." Hochstein met with Lebanese parliament speaker Nabih Berri, a key Hezbollah ally, a day after holding talks in Jerusalem with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. "Speaker Berri and I had a very a good discussion," Hochstein said. "We discussed the current security and political situation in Lebanon as well as the deal on the table right now with respect to Gaza, which also provides an opportunity to end the conflict across the Blue Line", the demarcation line between Israel and Lebanon. 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)

Israel-Hamas war: At least 17 Palestinians killed in Israeli strike on Gaza refugee camp

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Israel-Hamas war: How warning about Hamas attack was ignored

Israeli media reports have made a new revelation about the October 7th attacks. The new document shows that Israel's intelligence bureaus and the Defence Forces had complete knowledge of Hamas's October 7th assault and they plan to take hostages weeks before it happened. Watch for more details.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticised plans announced by the military to hold daily tactical pauses in fighting. This was along one of the main roads into Gaza to facilitate aid delivery into the Palestinian. Watch in for more details!

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<p>The Israeli military announced that eight soldiers were killed in a blast in the Gaza Strip's Rafah on Saturday (Jun 15) morning. The incident occurred when an armoured vehicle, they were in, exploded, marking the deadliest incident for the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) in the enclave since January.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a statement, the military said that Captain Wassem Mahmud, 23, and seven other soldiers "fell during operational activity in southern Gaza". Only one soldier was identified, and the military said that other names were due to be released later on Saturday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Their families have been notified," the statement added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>A military press desk officer when asked about the explosion said that the blast struck near Gaza's far-southern city of Rafah, where troops are engaged in fierce street battles with Palestinian militants,' reported news agency AFP.</p>

<p>Initial investigation by IDF reportedly revealed that the troops were all killed inside a Namer armoured combat engineering vehicle (CEV).&nbsp;</p>

<p>IDF revealed that the troops from the 401st Armoured Brigade killed some 50 gunmen after an overnight attack against Hamas in the northwest sections of Rafah's Tel Sultan neighbourhood. The soldiers were then moving in a convoy on Saturday at around 5:00 am (local time) in the morning.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Times of Israel reported that it was first unclear whether the bomb was pre-planned or if Hamas militants had come up to the car carrying an explosive device and put it on the CEV. The vehicle was the fifth or sixth vehicle in the convoy, which was heading to buildings captured by the army. The troops were looking forward to rest following the overnight operation.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Deadliest incident for Israel since January&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The losses were among the heaviest for the Israeli military since it began its ground offensive in Gaza in October 2023. Earlier this year in January, 21 soldiers were killed when rocket-propelled grenade (RPG) fire hit a tank near two buildings where they were carrying out an operation, the military said at the time.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The buildings exploded as troops had planted explosives in them after the structures had been identified as "terrorist infrastructure" in the area, it said.&nbsp;Saturday's deaths take the&nbsp;military's losses to 306&nbsp;since October 27.&nbsp;</p>

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The Israeli military announced that eight soldiers were killed in a blast in the Gaza Strip's Rafah on Saturday (Jun 15) morning. The incident occurred when an armoured vehicle, they were in, exploded, marking the deadliest incident for the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) in the enclave since January.

The Israeli military announced that eight soldiers were killed in a blast in the Gaza Strip's Rafah on Saturday (Jun 15) morning. The incident occurred when an armoured vehicle, they were in, exploded, marking the deadliest incident for the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) in the enclave since January. In a statement, the military said that Captain Wassem Mahmud, 23, and seven other soldiers "fell during operational activity in southern Gaza". Only one soldier was identified, and the military said that other names were due to be released later on Saturday. "Their families have been notified," the statement added. Also read: Global leaders gather in Switzerland to pave way for Russia-Ukraine peace A military press desk officer when asked about the explosion said that the blast struck near Gaza's far-southern city of Rafah, where troops are engaged in fierce street battles with Palestinian militants,' reported news agency AFP. Initial investigation by IDF reportedly revealed that the troops were all killed inside a Namer armoured combat engineering vehicle (CEV). IDF revealed that the troops from the 401st Armoured Brigade killed some 50 gunmen after an overnight attack against Hamas in the northwest sections of Rafah's Tel Sultan neighbourhood. The soldiers were then moving in a convoy on Saturday at around 5:00 am (local time) in the morning. Times of Israel reported that it was first unclear whether the bomb was pre-planned or if Hamas militants had come up to the car carrying an explosive device and put it on the CEV. The vehicle was the fifth or sixth vehicle in the convoy, which was heading to buildings captured by the army. The troops were looking forward to rest following the overnight operation. Also read: EU diplomat Johan Floderus freed as Sweden and Iran swap prisoners × Deadliest incident for Israel since January The losses were among the heaviest for the Israeli military since it began its ground offensive in Gaza in October 2023. Earlier this year in January, 21 soldiers were killed when rocket-propelled grenade (RPG) fire hit a tank near two buildings where they were carrying out an operation, the military said at the time. The buildings exploded as troops had planted explosives in them after the structures had been identified as "terrorist infrastructure" in the area, it said. Saturday's deaths take the military's losses to 306 since October 27. 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)

Israel says eight soldiers dead in Gaza as armoured vehicle they were in explodes

<p>The Israeli military said on Thursday (Jun 13) that its fighter jets struck Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon's Deir Seryan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said that suspected drone infiltration sirens that sounded in the Golan Heights in the evening were triggered by three targets that were identified. According to the military, the three targets, possibly drones, were downed by air defences.&nbsp;</p>

<p>IDF said on X that the "fighter jets recently attacked a military structure of the Hezbollah terrorist organization in the Al-Jarmal area in southern Lebanon".</p>

<p>It added, "Further to the warnings that were activated in the north of the country at 20:01 for fear of the infiltration of a hostile aircraft, this is a false identification."&nbsp;</p>

<p>It also said that&nbsp;after the alerts that were activated at 20:14 pm (local time) in Yeara, two missiles were detected that crossed the territory of Lebanon and fell in open areas, there are no casualties.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>This came hours after Lebanon's Iran-backed Hezbollah group said it fired a new wave of rockets and drones at the Israeli army, which is said to be a retaliation of an Israeli strike that killed one of its senior commanders.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Israeli army confirmed that&nbsp;about "40 projectiles were launched toward the Galilee and Golan Heights area" by Hezbollah. It also noted that most were intercepted while others ignited fires.</p>

<p>Hezbollah, an ally of Hamas, has targeted Israel frequently ever since the Gaza war started on October 7. However, the latest was the largest simultaneous attack.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a statement, the group said that Hezbollah fighters launched "an attack with rockets and drones, targeting six barracks and military sites" while simultaneously flying "squadrons of explosive-laden drones" at three other Israeli bases.&nbsp;</p>

<p>One of the targets included an Israeli base that Hezbollah said housed an intelligence headquarters "responsible for the assassinations".&nbsp;</p>

<p>Hezbollah said the attacks were "part of the response to the assassination" of Hezbollah commander Taleb Abdallah on Tuesday.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-says-some-changes-proposed-by-hamas-in-ceasefire-deal-unworkable-will-try-to-close-the-deal-731261">US says some changes proposed by Hamas in ceasefire deal 'unworkable', will try to 'close the deal'</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>The cross-border exchanges have escalated in the past few weeks, with Hezbollah stepping up its use of drones to attack Israeli military positions, forcing Israel to retaliate.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While speaking at the funeral of Abdallah, a&nbsp;top Hezbollah official Hashem Safieddine vowed on Wednesday that the group would "increase the intensity, strength, quantity and quality of our attacks".&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Israeli army confirmed it carried out the strike that "eliminated" Abdallah on Tuesday, describing him as "one of Hezbollah's most senior commanders in southern Lebanon".&nbsp;</p>

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The Israeli military said on Thursday (Jun 13) that its fighter jets struck Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon's Deir Seryan. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said that suspected drone infiltration sirens that sounded in the Golan Heights in the evening were triggered by three targets that were identified.

The Israeli military said on Thursday (Jun 13) that its fighter jets struck Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon's Deir Seryan. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said that suspected drone infiltration sirens that sounded in the Golan Heights in the evening were triggered by three targets that were identified. According to the military, the three targets, possibly drones, were downed by air defences. IDF said on X that the "fighter jets recently attacked a military structure of the Hezbollah terrorist organization in the Al-Jarmal area in southern Lebanon". It added, "Further to the warnings that were activated in the north of the country at 20:01 for fear of the infiltration of a hostile aircraft, this is a false identification." It also said that after the alerts that were activated at 20:14 pm (local time) in Yeara, two missiles were detected that crossed the territory of Lebanon and fell in open areas, there are no casualties. Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos and videos shared on social media. מטוסי קרב תקפו לפני זמן קצר מבנה צבאי של ארגון הטרור חיזבאללה במרחב אל-ג'רמל שבדרום לבנון. בהמשך להתרעות שהופעלו בצפון הארץ ב-20:01 מחשש לחדירת כלי טיס עוין, מדובר בזיהוי שווא>> pic.twitter.com/dWRm4fqt9Y — צבא ההגנה לישראל (@idfonline) June 13, 2024 × Israeli fighter jets struck Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon's Deir Seryan a short while ago, the military says. The IDF also says that suspected drone infiltration sirens that sounded in the Golan Heights an hour were were triggered by three targets that were… pic.twitter.com/Dzbaxmiys1 — Emanuel (Mannie) Fabian (@manniefabian) June 13, 2024 × Also read: US forces strike missile launchers in Yemen This came hours after Lebanon's Iran-backed Hezbollah group said it fired a new wave of rockets and drones at the Israeli army, which is said to be a retaliation of an Israeli strike that killed one of its senior commanders. The Israeli army confirmed that about "40 projectiles were launched toward the Galilee and Golan Heights area" by Hezbollah. It also noted that most were intercepted while others ignited fires. Hezbollah, an ally of Hamas, has targeted Israel frequently ever since the Gaza war started on October 7. However, the latest was the largest simultaneous attack. In a statement, the group said that Hezbollah fighters launched "an attack with rockets and drones, targeting six barracks and military sites" while simultaneously flying "squadrons of explosive-laden drones" at three other Israeli bases. One of the targets included an Israeli base that Hezbollah said housed an intelligence headquarters "responsible for the assassinations". Hezbollah said the attacks were "part of the response to the assassination" of Hezbollah commander Taleb Abdallah on Tuesday. Also read: US says some changes proposed by Hamas in ceasefire deal 'unworkable', will try to 'close the deal' Watch this report: × The cross-border exchanges have escalated in the past few weeks, with Hezbollah stepping up its use of drones to attack Israeli military positions, forcing Israel to retaliate. While speaking at the funeral of Abdallah, a top Hezbollah official Hashem Safieddine vowed on Wednesday that the group would "increase the intensity, strength, quantity and quality of our attacks". The Israeli army confirmed it carried out the strike that "eliminated" Abdallah on Tuesday, describing him as "one of Hezbollah's most senior commanders in southern Lebanon". 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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