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Israel war: Israeli strike on Rafah tower displaces 300 families

Israel targeted one of the largest residential towers in Rafah on Saturday (March 9), located in the southern Gaza Strip, according to residents.

A 12-floor structure near the border with Egypt, sustained damage in the strike, leading to dozens of families being displaced, fortunately, no casualties were reported. Residents mentioned that they received a 30-minute warning from Israel to evacuate the building at night.

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The strike intensifies pressure on the last area of the Gaza enclave not yet invaded by Israel, where over a million displaced Palestinians are seeking shelter. The Israeli military has not immediately responded to requests for comments on the incident.

A resident described the chaotic evacuation, with people running down stairs, some falling and leaving belongings behind. The strike on the Rafah tower has raised concerns among some officials, including a representative from the Fatah party, who fears it may signal an imminent Israeli invasion.

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The conflict in Gaza has been ongoing for five months, resulting in significant casualties, injuries, and widespread displacement. The humanitarian situation in the region has deteriorated, with health authorities reporting thousands trapped under rubble and the UN warning of disease and starvation.

The International Committee of the Red Cross called for an end to hostilities to facilitate meaningful aid distribution, Hamas to release hostages without conditions, and Israel to treat Palestinians in custody humanely.

Negotiations on a ceasefire and the release of hostages appear to have stalled, with a Hamas source suggesting that the group's delegation is unlikely to visit Cairo for talks. The situation remains tense, with conflicting perspectives on the path forward.

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Gaza's health ministry said at least 82 people were killed in Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip in the last day.

In Khan Younis, medics said at least 23 people were killed in military raids on homes and in Israeli shelling of a housing project in the Hamad area of the city. In the northern Gaza Strip, Israeli fire killed a Palestinian fisherman along the beach, medics said.

(With inputs from agencies)

Israel targeted one of the largest residential towers in Rafah on Saturday (March 9), located in the southern Gaza Strip, according to residents. A 12-floor structure near the border with Egypt, sustained damage in the strike, leading to dozens of families being displaced, fortunately, no casualties were reported.

Israel targeted one of the largest residential towers in Rafah on Saturday (March 9), located in the southern Gaza Strip, according to residents. A 12-floor structure near the border with Egypt, sustained damage in the strike, leading to dozens of families being displaced, fortunately, no casualties were reported. Residents mentioned that they received a 30-minute warning from Israel to evacuate the building at night. Also read: Israel-Hamas truce 'looking tough' before Ramadan, group says 'no compromise' The strike intensifies pressure on the last area of the Gaza enclave not yet invaded by Israel, where over a million displaced Palestinians are seeking shelter. The Israeli military has not immediately responded to requests for comments on the incident. A resident described the chaotic evacuation, with people running down stairs, some falling and leaving belongings behind. The strike on the Rafah tower has raised concerns among some officials, including a representative from the Fatah party, who fears it may signal an imminent Israeli invasion. Also Read | Prez Biden caught on hot mic, says need to hold 'come to Jesus' meet with Netanyahu The conflict in Gaza has been ongoing for five months, resulting in significant casualties, injuries, and widespread displacement. The humanitarian situation in the region has deteriorated, with health authorities reporting thousands trapped under rubble and the UN warning of disease and starvation. The International Committee of the Red Cross called for an end to hostilities to facilitate meaningful aid distribution, Hamas to release hostages without conditions, and Israel to treat Palestinians in custody humanely. Negotiations on a ceasefire and the release of hostages appear to have stalled, with a Hamas source suggesting that the group's delegation is unlikely to visit Cairo for talks. The situation remains tense, with conflicting perspectives on the path forward. Also Read | Prisoner exchange negotiations were ‘underway’ with Kremlin before Navalny’s death: Report Gaza's health ministry said at least 82 people were killed in Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip in the last day. In Khan Younis, medics said at least 23 people were killed in military raids on homes and in Israeli shelling of a housing project in the Hamad area of the city. In the northern Gaza Strip, Israeli fire killed a Palestinian fisherman along the beach, medics said. (With inputs from agencies)

Israel strikes key residential tower in southern Rafah as ceasefire talks stall

The Israelis have stepped up their pressure on Gaza's Rafah. Israel has bombed one of the largest residential towers which was home to at least about 300 families of the Palestinians. This 12 floor High building is located just 500 metres away from Gaza's border with Egypt. Watch to know more!

Israel launches strike on residential tower in southern Rafah as Gaza ceasefire talks stall

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US President Joe Biden expressed doubt on Friday (Mar 8) about the possibility of achieving a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas before the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, stating, "It's looking tough."&nbsp;Biden's remarks come amidst escalating tensions in the region, with Ramadan set to commence soon.&nbsp;

Additionally, Biden's proposal to construct a floating US military port aimed at expediting aid to Gaza faces logistical challenges. However, the Pentagon disclosed that the project could require up to 60 days to materialise and involve over 1,000 American troops.

Spokesman Pat Ryder reportedly said, "We're working to set this up as quickly as possible, but we expect that it will take several weeks to plan and execute."&nbsp;

"Now we're in the process of identifying sourcing and in some cases preparing forces to deploy," he further said adding, "Simply put, they'll establish a temporary offshore maritime pier that allows for shipping vessels to transfer cargo to smaller vessels to transport and offload cargo to a temporary causeway for the delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza."&nbsp;

Comments by Biden on&nbsp;the ceasefire come&nbsp;after he recently spoke in his State of the Union about addressing the increasing humanitarian crisis in Gaza since October 7.

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Amidst these developments, the United Nations issued a dire warning, cautioning that widespread famine in the Gaza Strip is "almost inevitable" without urgent intervention.&nbsp;"Children in Gaza cannot wait to eat. They are already dying from malnutrition and saving their lives is a matter of hours or days - not weeks," Jason Lee at Save the Children reportedly said.

<h2>'No compromise'</h2>

Meanwhile, Hamas has been demanding an Israeli withdrawal from Gaza to secure the release of hostages captured during the October 7 attack. The armed wing of Hamas said that there would be "no compromise" on this demand, despite ongoing mediation efforts.

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A spokesman for the Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades Abu Obeida reportedly said, "Our top priority to reach a prisoner exchange deal is the complete commitment for the halt of aggression and an enemy withdrawal, and there is no compromise on this."&nbsp;

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As negotiations continue, the looming threat of famine exacerbates the urgency for a resolution to the conflict before the onset of Ramadan. However, with both sides entrenched in their positions, achieving a ceasefire remains elusive.

(With inputs from agencies)

US President Joe Biden expressed doubt on Friday (Mar 8) about the possibility of achieving a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas before the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, stating, "It's looking tough.

US President Joe Biden expressed doubt on Friday (Mar 8) about the possibility of achieving a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas before the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, stating, "It's looking tough." Biden's remarks come amidst escalating tensions in the region, with Ramadan set to commence soon. Additionally, Biden's proposal to construct a floating US military port aimed at expediting aid to Gaza faces logistical challenges. However, the Pentagon disclosed that the project could require up to 60 days to materialise and involve over 1,000 American troops. Spokesman Pat Ryder reportedly said, "We're working to set this up as quickly as possible, but we expect that it will take several weeks to plan and execute." "Now we're in the process of identifying sourcing and in some cases preparing forces to deploy," he further said adding, "Simply put, they'll establish a temporary offshore maritime pier that allows for shipping vessels to transfer cargo to smaller vessels to transport and offload cargo to a temporary causeway for the delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza." Comments by Biden on the ceasefire come after he recently spoke in his State of the Union about addressing the increasing humanitarian crisis in Gaza since October 7. Also Read | Prez Biden caught on hot mic, says need to hold 'come to Jesus' meet with Netanyahu Amidst these developments, the United Nations issued a dire warning, cautioning that widespread famine in the Gaza Strip is "almost inevitable" without urgent intervention. "Children in Gaza cannot wait to eat. They are already dying from malnutrition and saving their lives is a matter of hours or days - not weeks," Jason Lee at Save the Children reportedly said. 'No compromise' Meanwhile, Hamas has been demanding an Israeli withdrawal from Gaza to secure the release of hostages captured during the October 7 attack. The armed wing of Hamas said that there would be "no compromise" on this demand, despite ongoing mediation efforts. Also Read | Prisoner exchange negotiations were ‘underway’ with Kremlin before Navalny’s death: Report A spokesman for the Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades Abu Obeida reportedly said, "Our top priority to reach a prisoner exchange deal is the complete commitment for the halt of aggression and an enemy withdrawal, and there is no compromise on this." Watch | Israel war: Expansion in Israeli settlement in Gaza: UN; Will there be a separate Palestinian state? × As negotiations continue, the looming threat of famine exacerbates the urgency for a resolution to the conflict before the onset of Ramadan. However, with both sides entrenched in their positions, achieving a ceasefire remains elusive. (With inputs from agencies)

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America has planned to build a floating Port off the coast of Gaza, this is being seen as a bold move but there are serious concerns about the relief that it will actually bring on ground. The move is considered too little too late for Palestinians who are already facing starvation. Watch to know more!

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A medic at one of Gaza's largest hospitals on Friday (March 8) said that an airdrop of aid into the north of the besieged Palestinian enclave claimed the lives of five people and injured 10 others.

The casualties were immediately rushed to Gaza City's Al-Shifa hospital, said the emergency room's head nurse, Mohammed al-Sheikh.

Sheikh said that the incident took place at the north of the coastal Al-Shati refugee camp.

A witness from the camp said that he along with his brother followed the parachuted aid hoping to get "a bag of flour".

"Then, all of a sudden, the parachute didn't open and fell down like a rocket on the roof of one of the houses," said Mohammed al-Ghoul.

"Ten minutes later I saw people transferring three martyrs and others injured, who were staying on the roof of the house where the aid packages fell," the 50-year-old told news agency AFP.

The government media office in Hamas-run Gaza, referring to the ones who died on Friday, said that the airdrops were "futile" and "not the best way for aid to enter."

The United States and Jordan are among the countries that have carried out airdrops in northern Gaza.

The situation in the besieged Palestinian enclave is dire, with over 2.3 million people displaced due to the ongoing Israeli offensive. There are also reports of people dying of malnutrition.

US military carried out fourth humanitarian airdrop into war-torn Gaza on Friday, said a US official on condition of anonymity, according to Reuters.

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<h2>US to build temporary Gaza aid port</h2>

Meanwhile, United States President Joe Biden on Thursday said that he was directing the US military to lead an emergency mission to set up a "temporary pier" on the Gaza coast to receive ships carrying food, water, medicine and temporary shelters.

"No US boots will be on the ground," Biden added.

Washington is set to collaborate with European and regional partners and allies in order to build an international coalition of countries that would contribute capabilities and funds, said&nbsp;officials.

An Israeli official said Israel "fully supports the deployment of a temporary dock" on Gaza’s coast and the operation would be carried out "with full coordination between the two parties."

(With inputs from agencies)

A medic at one of Gaza's largest hospitals on Friday (March 8) said that an airdrop of aid into the north of the besieged Palestinian enclave claimed the lives of five people and injured 10 others.

A medic at one of Gaza's largest hospitals on Friday (March 8) said that an airdrop of aid into the north of the besieged Palestinian enclave claimed the lives of five people and injured 10 others. The casualties were immediately rushed to Gaza City's Al-Shifa hospital, said the emergency room's head nurse, Mohammed al-Sheikh. Sheikh said that the incident took place at the north of the coastal Al-Shati refugee camp. A witness from the camp said that he along with his brother followed the parachuted aid hoping to get "a bag of flour". "Then, all of a sudden, the parachute didn't open and fell down like a rocket on the roof of one of the houses," said Mohammed al-Ghoul. "Ten minutes later I saw people transferring three martyrs and others injured, who were staying on the roof of the house where the aid packages fell," the 50-year-old told news agency AFP. The government media office in Hamas-run Gaza, referring to the ones who died on Friday, said that the airdrops were "futile" and "not the best way for aid to enter." The United States and Jordan are among the countries that have carried out airdrops in northern Gaza. The situation in the besieged Palestinian enclave is dire, with over 2.3 million people displaced due to the ongoing Israeli offensive. There are also reports of people dying of malnutrition. US military carried out fourth humanitarian airdrop into war-torn Gaza on Friday, said a US official on condition of anonymity, according to Reuters. Also read: No alien landings, no secret spaceships: Pentagon says no evidence of extraterrestrial visits to earth US to build temporary Gaza aid port Meanwhile, United States President Joe Biden on Thursday said that he was directing the US military to lead an emergency mission to set up a "temporary pier" on the Gaza coast to receive ships carrying food, water, medicine and temporary shelters. "No US boots will be on the ground," Biden added. Washington is set to collaborate with European and regional partners and allies in order to build an international coalition of countries that would contribute capabilities and funds, said officials. An Israeli official said Israel "fully supports the deployment of a temporary dock" on Gaza’s coast and the operation would be carried out "with full coordination between the two parties." (With inputs from agencies)

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France is planning to have some of its arms manufacturers produce much-needed military equipment directly on Ukrainian soil to help the country in its war against Russia, Defence Minister Sebastien Lecornu said on Friday.

"Three French companies will be setting up partnerships with Ukrainian companies, in particular in the drone and land equipment sectors, to produce spare parts on Ukrainian soil, and perhaps ammunition in the future", he said.

"The idea is to have the first production units running this summer", Lecornu added.

He hinted the companies involved would include tank maker KNDS, the holding structure formed by France's Nexter and Germany's Krauss-Maffei-Wegmann.

France is planning to have some of its arms manufacturers produce much-needed military equipment directly on Ukrainian soil to help the country in its war against Russia, Defence Minister Sebastien Lecornu said on Friday.

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President Joe Biden, in his State of the Union speech on Thursday (Mar&nbsp;7), is expected to announce that the US Army will build a port on Gaza's Mediterranean coast so that humanitarian assistance can be delivered via sea, said senior administration officials cited in American media.

The officials further stated that the Palestinian militant group Hamas was delaying the new hostage deal with Israel as it did not agree on releasing sick and elderly hostages that it had held captive.

In his speech to Congress, Biden will announce that he has ordered the U.S. military "to undertake an emergency mission to establish a port in Gaza, working with like-minded countries and humanitarian partners," one of the officials said.

The temporary port would enable "hundreds of additional truckloads" of humanitarian aid to be delivered to Palestinians living in the war-torn besieged enclave every day, said the official, further adding that the US would coordinate security with Israel.

It also would work with the United Nations and humanitarian aid organisations that "understand the distribution of assistance within Gaza," stated the official, adding that initial supplies would come from Cyprus.

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<h2>US airdrops fresh round of humanitarian aid in&nbsp;Gaza; 36,800 meals delivered</h2>

The United States on Tuesday (March 5) carried out a fresh round of airdrop of humanitarian aid to Palestinians in war-torn Gaza, delivering over 36,800 meals.

The first airdrop was made on Saturday where humanitarian aid was dropped over the coast of southwestern Gaza. &nbsp;

The situation in the besieged Palestinian enclave is dire, with over 2.3 million people displaced due to the ongoing Israeli offensive. As per the Hamas-controlled Health Ministry in Gaza, at least 15 children died in one hospital alone. There are also reports of people dying of malnutrition.

<h2>Gaza truce talks to reconvene next week</h2>

Meanwhile, Hamas on Thursday (March 7) announced that its delegation left Cairo and discussions on a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release are set to reconvene next week.

The latest development raises questions if the mediators would be able to ink a ceasefire deal before the start of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.

Despite an impasse over Hamas' phased process demand, Egyptian officials have not ruled out the possibility of a deal before Ramadan, expected to begin Sunday evening (Mar 10).

Earlier on Saturday, a US senior official said that Israel has 'more or less' agreed to a deal proposing a six-week ceasefire in its war against the Palestinian militant group Hamas in the Gaza Strip.

The Biden administration official further added that it was now up to Hamas to fully agree to the release of the most vulnerable hostages for the agreement to be put into effect.

"There's a framework deal. The Israelis have more or less accepted it," the Biden administration official said.

(With inputs from agencies)

President Joe Biden, in his State of the Union speech on Thursday (Mar 7), is expected to announce that the US Army will build a port on Gaza's Mediterranean coast so that humanitarian assistance can be delivered via sea, said senior administration officials cited in American media.

President Joe Biden, in his State of the Union speech on Thursday (Mar 7), is expected to announce that the US Army will build a port on Gaza's Mediterranean coast so that humanitarian assistance can be delivered via sea, said senior administration officials cited in American media. The officials further stated that the Palestinian militant group Hamas was delaying the new hostage deal with Israel as it did not agree on releasing sick and elderly hostages that it had held captive. In his speech to Congress, Biden will announce that he has ordered the U.S. military "to undertake an emergency mission to establish a port in Gaza, working with like-minded countries and humanitarian partners," one of the officials said. The temporary port would enable "hundreds of additional truckloads" of humanitarian aid to be delivered to Palestinians living in the war-torn besieged enclave every day, said the official, further adding that the US would coordinate security with Israel. It also would work with the United Nations and humanitarian aid organisations that "understand the distribution of assistance within Gaza," stated the official, adding that initial supplies would come from Cyprus. Also read: South Africa puts focus on Genocide Convention over 'imminent threat' of famine in Gaza US airdrops fresh round of humanitarian aid in Gaza; 36,800 meals delivered The United States on Tuesday (March 5) carried out a fresh round of airdrop of humanitarian aid to Palestinians in war-torn Gaza, delivering over 36,800 meals. The first airdrop was made on Saturday where humanitarian aid was dropped over the coast of southwestern Gaza. The situation in the besieged Palestinian enclave is dire, with over 2.3 million people displaced due to the ongoing Israeli offensive. As per the Hamas-controlled Health Ministry in Gaza, at least 15 children died in one hospital alone. There are also reports of people dying of malnutrition. Gaza truce talks to reconvene next week Meanwhile, Hamas on Thursday (March 7) announced that its delegation left Cairo and discussions on a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release are set to reconvene next week. The latest development raises questions if the mediators would be able to ink a ceasefire deal before the start of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. Despite an impasse over Hamas' phased process demand, Egyptian officials have not ruled out the possibility of a deal before Ramadan, expected to begin Sunday evening (Mar 10). Earlier on Saturday, a US senior official said that Israel has 'more or less' agreed to a deal proposing a six-week ceasefire in its war against the Palestinian militant group Hamas in the Gaza Strip. The Biden administration official further added that it was now up to Hamas to fully agree to the release of the most vulnerable hostages for the agreement to be put into effect. "There's a framework deal. The Israelis have more or less accepted it," the Biden administration official said. (With inputs from agencies)

US President Joe Biden to announce Gaza port construction to enable aid into war-torn Palestinian enclave

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