Gaza has been a battleground since the inception of Israel-Hamas war. The exchange of fire between both sides has claimed thousands of life. Israel's military has now proposed a plan for evacuating civilians from the Gaza Strip.

Israel proposes evacuation plan for civilians in Gaza

The Israeli Prime Minister and his office has said on Monday that the military has put forth a plan for evacuating civilians in the Gaza Strip along with an operational plan. The announcement comes as Israel threatens a full-scale invasion of Rafah which is Gaza's Southernmost city and has been so far untouched by the ground troops. Now Prime Minister Netanyahu said on Sunday that the military operation into Gaza's Rafah would put Israel within weeks of total victory over Hamas. Watch to know more!

Israel-Hamas war: Israeli military presents evacuation plan and operational plan

<p>The Israel Army on Monday (Feb 26) proposed a plan for "evacuating" civilians in the Gaza Strip. This evacuation plan which has been presented with an "operational plan" comes after the nation's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that a ground invasion of the Palestinian territory's southern city Rafah was necessary for Israel's "total victory".&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Evacuation plan</strong></h2>

<p>In a statement, the Israeli Prime Minister's office said: "The (Israeli army) presented the War Cabinet with a plan for evacuating the population from the areas of fighting in the Gaza Strip, with the upcoming operational plan."</p>

<p>However, the statement in Hebrew failed to give any additional details about how or where the civilians would be moved, reports AFP.</p>

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<p>In an interview with CBS Sunday, Netanyahu said that a ground invasion of Rafah, Gaza's southernmost city, would put Israel within weeks of "total victory" over Hamas.</p>

<p>"If we have a (truce) deal, it will be delayed somewhat, but it will happen," he said, adding, "It has to be done because total victory is our goal and total victory is within reach -- not months away, weeks away, once we begin the operation."</p>

<h2><strong>The repercussions of a Rafah attack</strong></h2>

<p>As per media reports, aid organisations and foreign governments have repeatedly expressed fears that a ground invasion of Rafah will inflict mass casualties.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Rafah, which has so far been untouched by ground troops, has amid the war become the refuge for 1.4 million Palestinians — most of them displaced from other areas.</p>

<p>It also happens to be the entry point for desperately needed aid, brought in via neighbouring Egypt.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>A ceasefire deal</strong></h2>

<p>The evacuation plan comes on the heels of the latest efforts by Egyptian, Qatari, and US "experts" to secure a truce before the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. The talks, which were also attended by Israeli and Hamas representatives, have, as per the United States, produced "an understanding" towards a ceasefire and hostage release.</p>

<p>However, as per sources in the Hamas, the group is insisting on the withdrawal of Israeli forces. This demand has been dismissed by Netanyahu as "delusional".</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The Israel Army on Monday (Feb 26) proposed a plan for "evacuating" civilians in the Gaza Strip. This evacuation plan which has been presented with an "operational plan" comes after the nation's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that a ground invasion of the Palestinian territory's southern city Rafah was necessary for Israel's "total victory".

The Israel Army on Monday (Feb 26) proposed a plan for "evacuating" civilians in the Gaza Strip. This evacuation plan which has been presented with an "operational plan" comes after the nation's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that a ground invasion of the Palestinian territory's southern city Rafah was necessary for Israel's "total victory". Evacuation plan In a statement, the Israeli Prime Minister's office said: "The (Israeli army) presented the War Cabinet with a plan for evacuating the population from the areas of fighting in the Gaza Strip, with the upcoming operational plan." However, the statement in Hebrew failed to give any additional details about how or where the civilians would be moved, reports AFP. Also read | Man, allegedly an US Air Force member, sets himself on fire outside Israeli embassy in Washington DC In an interview with CBS Sunday, Netanyahu said that a ground invasion of Rafah, Gaza's southernmost city, would put Israel within weeks of "total victory" over Hamas. "If we have a (truce) deal, it will be delayed somewhat, but it will happen," he said, adding, "It has to be done because total victory is our goal and total victory is within reach -- not months away, weeks away, once we begin the operation." The repercussions of a Rafah attack As per media reports, aid organisations and foreign governments have repeatedly expressed fears that a ground invasion of Rafah will inflict mass casualties. Also read | Israel-Hamas war: Unclear whether hostage deal will materialise, says Netanyahu Rafah, which has so far been untouched by ground troops, has amid the war become the refuge for 1.4 million Palestinians — most of them displaced from other areas. It also happens to be the entry point for desperately needed aid, brought in via neighbouring Egypt. Watch | Israel-Hamas war: Mediators from US, Qatar, Egypt & Israel in Doha for truce talks A ceasefire deal The evacuation plan comes on the heels of the latest efforts by Egyptian, Qatari, and US "experts" to secure a truce before the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. The talks, which were also attended by Israeli and Hamas representatives, have, as per the United States, produced "an understanding" towards a ceasefire and hostage release. However, as per sources in the Hamas, the group is insisting on the withdrawal of Israeli forces. This demand has been dismissed by Netanyahu as "delusional". (With inputs from agencies)

Israel Army offers plan to evacuate Gaza civilians as Netanyahu says Rafah offensive vital for 'total victory'

The health of infants, pregnant and breastfeeding mothers in the Gaza Strip is seriously threatened by a sharp increase in malnutrition, according to a thorough new analysis published by the Global Nutrition Cluster.

Israel-hamas war: Rising malnutrition threatens children's lives in the Gaza Strip

According to officials and local media, Israel's war cabinet decided on Saturday to send negotiators to Qatar to carry on negotiations toward achieving a ceasefire in the conflict with Hamas and the release of hostages detained in Gaza.

Israel-hamas war: Israeli negotiators sent to Qatar for more Hamas hostage talks

Gaza truce talks were underway in Paris , in what appears to be the most serious push for weeks to halt the fighting in the battered Palestinian enclave and see Israeli and foreign hostages released. But airstrikes on Rafah continues, 8 people are reported to be dead.

Israel-hamas war: Gaza ceasefire talks underway in Paris as air strikes continue

Israeli leaders planned to convene on Saturday to hear of possible progress in mediated negotiations on a new Gaza truce to recover hostages held by Hamas, but Palestinians saw little change in polarised positions almost five months into the war.

Israel-hamas war: Israel signals progress in Gaza truce talks, Palestinians see little movement

<p>Amid the prolonged war between Israel and Hamas militant group, a report by news agency AFP revealed that a family in Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza, slaughtered two of their horses to feed their children. Family member Abu Jibril speaking to the outlet said, "We had no choice but to slaughter horses to feed our children. Starvation is killing us."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Escaping the war, the 60-year-old Jibriel arrived from nearby Beit Hanun in the aftermath of the Israeli bombardment of Hamas targets. Meeting the same fate as many others who have been stuck in the middle of the war since October 7 last year, Jibril is living in a tent near the former UN-run school.</p>

<p>"We the grown-ups can still make it but these children who are four and five years old, what did they do wrong to sleep hungry and wake up hungry?" he said.</p>

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<p>Gibril silently held onto his choice of slaughtering his horses, quietly preparing the meat with rice and serving it to his unsuspecting family and neighbours. He confessed to feeling apprehensive about how they would respond.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"No one knows they were in fact eating a horse."</p>

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<p>The report said&nbsp;residents have been foraging for and consuming spoiled corn scraps. Some are even taking animal feed deemed unsuitable for human consumption, and even leaves. All of this is being done in order to stave off worsening hunger.</p>

<h2><strong>Food shortages&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>There has been a dearth of food. Aid efforts for Gaza have also been hindered. Earlier, there were reports of frenzied looting of the few trucks which attempted to delivery humanitarian assistance to the Gazans. United Nations have already sounded alarm bells and cautioned that 2.2 million individuals teeter on the edge of starvation.</p>

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<p>Gaza's Ministry of Health on Friday (Feb 23) announced a staggering toll of at least 29,606 casualties in the Gaza conflict since Oct 7. One woman reportedly said, "There is no food, no wheat, no drinking water." "We have started begging neighbours for money. We don't have one shekel at home. We knock on doors and no one is giving us money".</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.</strong></em></p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Amid the prolonged war between Israel and Hamas militant group, a report by news agency AFP revealed that a family in Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza, slaughtered two of their horses to feed their children.

Amid the prolonged war between Israel and Hamas militant group, a report by news agency AFP revealed that a family in Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza, slaughtered two of their horses to feed their children. Family member Abu Jibril speaking to the outlet said, "We had no choice but to slaughter horses to feed our children. Starvation is killing us." Escaping the war, the 60-year-old Jibriel arrived from nearby Beit Hanun in the aftermath of the Israeli bombardment of Hamas targets. Meeting the same fate as many others who have been stuck in the middle of the war since October 7 last year, Jibril is living in a tent near the former UN-run school. "We the grown-ups can still make it but these children who are four and five years old, what did they do wrong to sleep hungry and wake up hungry?" he said. Also Read | US, UK launch fresh wave of strikes against 18 Houthi targets in Yemen Gibril silently held onto his choice of slaughtering his horses, quietly preparing the meat with rice and serving it to his unsuspecting family and neighbours. He confessed to feeling apprehensive about how they would respond. "No one knows they were in fact eating a horse." Also Read | Israeli cabinet to approve IDF's plans for Rafah ground offensive next week: Netanyahu The report said residents have been foraging for and consuming spoiled corn scraps. Some are even taking animal feed deemed unsuitable for human consumption, and even leaves. All of this is being done in order to stave off worsening hunger. Food shortages There has been a dearth of food. Aid efforts for Gaza have also been hindered. Earlier, there were reports of frenzied looting of the few trucks which attempted to delivery humanitarian assistance to the Gazans. United Nations have already sounded alarm bells and cautioned that 2.2 million individuals teeter on the edge of starvation. Watch | Red Sea crisis: US and British forces carry out more strikes against Houthis in Yemen × Gaza's Ministry of Health on Friday (Feb 23) announced a staggering toll of at least 29,606 casualties in the Gaza conflict since Oct 7. One woman reportedly said, "There is no food, no wheat, no drinking water." "We have started begging neighbours for money. We don't have one shekel at home. We knock on doors and no one is giving us money". 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)

'No choice but to slaughter horses to feed our children', says Gazan at Jabalia refugee camp

<p>The US said Sunday (Feb 25)&nbsp;that Paris talks&nbsp;came to an "understanding" on a potential ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas.</p>

<p>"Representatives of Israel, the United States, Egypt, and Qatar met in Paris and came to an understanding among the four of them about what the basic contours of a hostage deal for a temporary ceasefire would look like," White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan was quoted as saying by&nbsp;CNN.</p>

<p>Israeli media earlier reported that significant progress was made&nbsp;in marathon mediatory talks in Paris aimed at halting fighting between Israel and Hamas. According to media reports, Israel’s ‘war cabinet’ discussed the peace proposal late Saturday (Feb 24) and tacitly approved the deal. However, further negotiations will take place in Qatar. A ceasefire is likely to materialise before March 10, before the commencement of the Ramadan month, the reports said.</p>

<p>The Israel delegation, led by Chief of Mossad David Barnea and Director of Shin Bet, Ronen Bar, held discussions in Paris with officials from Cairo, the US, Qatar and Egypt.</p>

<h2><strong>Hamas ‘agrees to all demands’</strong></h2>

<p>According to Israeli defence ministry sources quoted by media reports, Hamas has agreed to all demands put forward by Israel, including releasing all hostages and handing over bodies of those who have died.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Israel-Hamas war: Rising malnutrition threatens children's lives in the Gaza Strip</strong></p>

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<p>Israel has reportedly warned that should the deal collapse, its defence forces will double down on the ongoing ground offensive. In return, Israel has agreed to facilitate the rehabilitation of the Palestinians who are displaced from northern Gaza.</p>

<h2><strong>Details of draft ceasefire deal</strong></h2>

<p>Associated Press quoted a senior Egyptian official as saying that up to 40 women and elderly hostages could be released in return for up to 300 Palestinian prisoners, mostly women, minors and older people.</p>

<p>The truce is likely to last for six weeks, and the period will see the entry of hundreds of trucks to bring desperately needed aid into Gaza every day.</p>

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<p>Hamas maintains it will not release all hostages until the war in Gaza stops and Israeli forces withdraw from the territory. Hamas also wants several Palestinian prisoners, many of them militants, released, a demand vehemently rejected by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.</p>

<h2><strong>Hamas on latest peace proposal</strong></h2>

<p>The AP quoted Hamas as saying it was not involved in the latest proposal developed by the US, Egypt and Qatar. However, Hamas’ top political leader, Ismail Haniyeh, was in Cairo last week to discuss a ceasefire.</p>

<p>An earlier proposal from Hamas outlined an initial phase that resembles the reported draft agreement, which signals that the two warring sides might actually come to terms to stop the fighting.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The US said Sunday (Feb 25) that Paris talks came to an "understanding" on a potential ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. "Representatives of Israel, the United States, Egypt, and Qatar met in Paris and came to an understanding among the four of them about what the basic contours of a hostage deal for a temporary ceasefire would look like," White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan was quoted as saying by CNN.

The US said Sunday (Feb 25) that Paris talks came to an "understanding" on a potential ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. "Representatives of Israel, the United States, Egypt, and Qatar met in Paris and came to an understanding among the four of them about what the basic contours of a hostage deal for a temporary ceasefire would look like," White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan was quoted as saying by CNN. Israeli media earlier reported that significant progress was made in marathon mediatory talks in Paris aimed at halting fighting between Israel and Hamas. According to media reports, Israel’s ‘war cabinet’ discussed the peace proposal late Saturday (Feb 24) and tacitly approved the deal. However, further negotiations will take place in Qatar. A ceasefire is likely to materialise before March 10, before the commencement of the Ramadan month, the reports said. The Israel delegation, led by Chief of Mossad David Barnea and Director of Shin Bet, Ronen Bar, held discussions in Paris with officials from Cairo, the US, Qatar and Egypt. Hamas ‘agrees to all demands’ According to Israeli defence ministry sources quoted by media reports, Hamas has agreed to all demands put forward by Israel, including releasing all hostages and handing over bodies of those who have died. Watch: Israel-Hamas war: Rising malnutrition threatens children's lives in the Gaza Strip × Israel has reportedly warned that should the deal collapse, its defence forces will double down on the ongoing ground offensive. In return, Israel has agreed to facilitate the rehabilitation of the Palestinians who are displaced from northern Gaza. Details of draft ceasefire deal Associated Press quoted a senior Egyptian official as saying that up to 40 women and elderly hostages could be released in return for up to 300 Palestinian prisoners, mostly women, minors and older people. The truce is likely to last for six weeks, and the period will see the entry of hundreds of trucks to bring desperately needed aid into Gaza every day. Also read: Israel-Hamas war: Truce hopes revived as negotiators in Paris reach ‘outline’ for hostage release Hamas maintains it will not release all hostages until the war in Gaza stops and Israeli forces withdraw from the territory. Hamas also wants several Palestinian prisoners, many of them militants, released, a demand vehemently rejected by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Hamas on latest peace proposal The AP quoted Hamas as saying it was not involved in the latest proposal developed by the US, Egypt and Qatar. However, Hamas’ top political leader, Ismail Haniyeh, was in Cairo last week to discuss a ceasefire. An earlier proposal from Hamas outlined an initial phase that resembles the reported draft agreement, which signals that the two warring sides might actually come to terms to stop the fighting. (With inputs from agencies)

Israel-Hamas war: Paris talks came to 'understanding' on possible truce, says US

The humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip deepens by the day with Israel continuing its onslaught latest development suggest that a ceasefire plan might be emerging soon. It's been over 4 months since civilians in Gaza say that life is on the edge with basic food and medical treatment needs hard to come by. In southern Gaza's Rafah Town babies in an overcrowded hospitals are sharing incubators. Watch to know more!

Israel-Hamas war: Humanitarian crisis amplify calls for ceasefire in Gaza globally

Israel will send negotiators to Qatar to continue talks aimed at a ceasefire in Gaza and the return of hostages held by Hamas. This comes after talks in Paris where Israel's Head of MOSSAD intelligence service met with mediators from the United States, Egypt and Qatar. Gaza truce talks were underway in Paris , in what appears to be the most serious push for weeks to halt the fighting in the battered Palestinian enclave and see Israeli and foreign hostages released. But airstrikes on Rafah continues, 8 people are reported to be dead. Watch to know more!

Israel-Hamas war: Israel to send negotiators to Qatar for talks | Gaza ceasefire talks

Israel has sent negotiators on Friday for truce talks in Paris, as Gazans hoped for a ceasefire that could hold off a full-blown Israeli assault on Rafah, after it endured one of its worst bombardments of the conflict.

Israel-Hamas war: Palestinian leaders reject Israel's post-war Gaza plan

Israel has sent negotiators on Friday for truce talks in Paris, as Gazans hoped for a ceasefire that could hold off a full-blown Israeli assault on Rafah, after it endured one of its worst bombardments of the conflict. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced his proposed plan for postwar Gaza and the International Community seems to be in disfavor. As per the plan Israel seeks open-ended control over security and civilian Affairs in the Gaza Strip. The Proposal was rejected by Palestinian leaders on Friday. Watch to know more!

Israel-Hamas war: US says, PM Netanyahu's post-war plan against International law

Despite the presence of warships of the United States and its allies in the critical waters, the crisis in the Red Sea is worsening. The Houthis have been targeting Israeli, American, and British ships in the Red Sea Corridor in solidarity with the Palestinians who are facing the brunt of the Israeli offensive in Gaza.

US military says Iran continues to supply arms to Houthis | Red Sea attacks can escalate

<p>The United States on Friday (Feb 23rd) announced a fresh wave of more than 500 sanctions against Russia. These sanctions announced on the second anniversary of the Ukrainian war, come after the death of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny in prison.</p>

<p>Vowing sustained pressure to stop Russian President Vladimir Putin's "war machine," President Joe Biden said that the sanctions will target more than 100 "individuals connected to Navalny's imprisonment as well as Russia’s financial sector, defence industrial base, procurement networks and sanctions evaders across multiple continents."&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What Biden said</strong></h2>

<p>Referring to the Ukraine war and Navalny's death, in a statement Biden said that the sanctions "will ensure Putin pays an even steeper price for his aggression abroad and repression at home."</p>

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<p>Biden announced that the US will implement additional export restrictions on nearly 100 entities for aiding Russia and will work towards reducing Russia's energy revenues.</p>

<p>"We are also imposing new export restrictions on nearly 100 entities for providing backdoor support for Russia's war machine," said Biden.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;France's defence minister Lecornu slams Moscow</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Russia and Sanctions</strong></h2>

<p>Since the start of the Ukraine war, the United States and its Western allies have imposed a slew of measures against Moscow. This includes blocking its financial assets, restricting high-tech exports and even setting an official cap on the sale price of Russian oil exports.</p>

<p>The latest sanctions come after Biden declared that he considers Russian President Putin responsible for the death of 47-year-old Navalny.</p>

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<p>Just a day earlier, on Thursday (Feb 22nd) he met with Navalny's wife Yulia Navalnay and their daughter Dasha in California.</p>

<p>After the meeting, he told reporters that the Putin opponent was a man of incredible courage."</p>

<p>Biden's announcement of the latest measures included a plea to Congress for new military aid to Ukraine.</p>

<p>"History is watching. The failure to support Ukraine at this critical moment will not be forgotten," said Biden.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The United States on Friday (Feb 23rd) announced a fresh wave of more than 500 sanctions against Russia. These sanctions announced on the second anniversary of the Ukrainian war, come after the death of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny in prison.

The United States on Friday (Feb 23rd) announced a fresh wave of more than 500 sanctions against Russia. These sanctions announced on the second anniversary of the Ukrainian war, come after the death of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny in prison. Vowing sustained pressure to stop Russian President Vladimir Putin's "war machine," President Joe Biden said that the sanctions will target more than 100 "individuals connected to Navalny's imprisonment as well as Russia’s financial sector, defence industrial base, procurement networks and sanctions evaders across multiple continents." What Biden said Referring to the Ukraine war and Navalny's death, in a statement Biden said that the sanctions "will ensure Putin pays an even steeper price for his aggression abroad and repression at home." Also read | US to impose sanctions on over 500 targets on anniversary of Ukraine war Biden announced that the US will implement additional export restrictions on nearly 100 entities for aiding Russia and will work towards reducing Russia's energy revenues. "We are also imposing new export restrictions on nearly 100 entities for providing backdoor support for Russia's war machine," said Biden. Watch | France's defence minister Lecornu slams Moscow × Russia and Sanctions Since the start of the Ukraine war, the United States and its Western allies have imposed a slew of measures against Moscow. This includes blocking its financial assets, restricting high-tech exports and even setting an official cap on the sale price of Russian oil exports. The latest sanctions come after Biden declared that he considers Russian President Putin responsible for the death of 47-year-old Navalny. Also read | Alexei Navalny's daughter Dasha Navalnaya offers tribute to late father in first public statement Just a day earlier, on Thursday (Feb 22nd) he met with Navalny's wife Yulia Navalnay and their daughter Dasha in California. After the meeting, he told reporters that the Putin opponent was a man of incredible courage." Biden's announcement of the latest measures included a plea to Congress for new military aid to Ukraine. "History is watching. The failure to support Ukraine at this critical moment will not be forgotten," said Biden. (With inputs from agencies)

US announces over 500 sanctions against Russia to 'ensure Putin pays an even steeper price for his aggression'

Israel has sent negotiators on Friday for truce talks in Paris, as Gazans hoped for a ceasefire that could hold off a full-blown Israeli assault on Rafah, after it endured one of its worst bombardments of the conflict. Watch to know more!

Israel-Hamas war: Israel's Mossad chief in Paris to discuss possible truce

A massive oil slick has been left behind by a cargo ship that was abandoned in the Gulf of Aden following an attack by Yemeni rebels. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) warned on Friday, February 24, that the environmental calamity might worsen.

Red Sea tensions: US warns attack by Houthis on cargo ships can cause environmental disaster

There are "initial signs that indicate the possibility of moving forward" on a "new framework" to free the hostages, war cabinet minister Benny Gantz tells reporters in Tel Aviv. Israel's war cabinet minister Benny Gantz has declared that a new hostage deal between Israel and Hamas could be in the works. He however added if the sides fail to reach an agreement, Israel will invade Southern Gaza City of Rafah over Ramadan. Watch to know more!

Israel-Hamas war: Minister Gantz says 'early promising signs' on new hostage deal

Israel-Hamas war: Israeli, US & British owned ships banned from Red Sea: Houthis

#The West Asia Post | Tensions are high in the West Bank. There are attacks, violence, and almost every day raids conducted by the IDF. The situation has now alarmed Western leaders, with some warning that in case there is a serious escalation in the West Bank, it can be far worse than Gaza. Ghadi Francis gets you more.

Gaza has become a 'death zone'

The statement by a Houthi representative on social media site X came shortly after the group's leader said it was ramping up attacks on ships in the Red Sea and other waters - including with new "submarine weapons" - to mirror Israel's military operations in the Gaza Strip.

Red Sea crises: Houthis to step up Red Sea strikes, use 'submarine weapons', leader says

<p>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu presented a post-war plan for Gaza, which according to the Israeli media reports foresees local Palestine officials without any links to Hamas or its international confederates governing the territory.</p>

<p>In the first official proposal that Netanyahu submitted to his security cabinet late on Thursday (Feb 22), the document sees the Israeli army persisting in its war on Hamas until it achieves key goals.</p>

<p>These include dismantling Hamas and Islamic Jihad and safeguarding the release of all hostages that are held captive in Gaza.</p>

<p>After the war comes to an end, Gaza's civil affairs would be run by "local officials with administrative experience" who are "not linked to countries or entities that support terrorism", the Times of Israel newspaper reported citing key elements of Netanyahu's plan.</p>

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<p>Even after the war, the Israeli military would have "indefinite freedom" to function throughout Gaza to contain any resurgence of terror activity, as per the plan.</p>

<p>"The plan states that Israel will move forward with its already-in-motion project to establish a security buffer zone on the Palestinian side of the strip's border," the report said, adding the zone would remain "as long as there is a security need for it".</p>

<p>It also envisions Israeli security control "over the entire area west of Jordan" from the land, sea and air "to prevent the strengthening of terrorist elements in the (occupied West Bank) and the Gaza Strip and to thwart threats from them towards Israel," stated the report.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Israel-Hamas war: PM Netanyahu sends Israeli team to Paris for hostage talks</strong></p>

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<p>The proposal puts forward Gaza's "complete demilitarisation... beyond what is required for the needs of maintaining public order".</p>

<p>It seeks to elevate "de-radicalisation in all religious, educational and welfare institutions in Gaza".</p>

<p>A most significant element of the plan, as per the report, was the dismantling of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA, stated the report.</p>

<p>Israel has alleged that several UNRWA employees took part in the October 7 attack on Israel that claimed the lives of nearly 1,160 people, mostly civilians, as per an AFP tally based on official Israeli figures.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu presented a post-war plan for Gaza, which according to the Israeli media reports foresees local Palestine officials without any links to Hamas or its international confederates governing the territory.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu presented a post-war plan for Gaza, which according to the Israeli media reports foresees local Palestine officials without any links to Hamas or its international confederates governing the territory. In the first official proposal that Netanyahu submitted to his security cabinet late on Thursday (Feb 22), the document sees the Israeli army persisting in its war on Hamas until it achieves key goals. These include dismantling Hamas and Islamic Jihad and safeguarding the release of all hostages that are held captive in Gaza. After the war comes to an end, Gaza's civil affairs would be run by "local officials with administrative experience" who are "not linked to countries or entities that support terrorism", the Times of Israel newspaper reported citing key elements of Netanyahu's plan. Also read: Israel-Hamas war: Tel Aviv seeking Palestinians to manage civilian affairs in Gaza Strip Even after the war, the Israeli military would have "indefinite freedom" to function throughout Gaza to contain any resurgence of terror activity, as per the plan. "The plan states that Israel will move forward with its already-in-motion project to establish a security buffer zone on the Palestinian side of the strip's border," the report said, adding the zone would remain "as long as there is a security need for it". It also envisions Israeli security control "over the entire area west of Jordan" from the land, sea and air "to prevent the strengthening of terrorist elements in the (occupied West Bank) and the Gaza Strip and to thwart threats from them towards Israel," stated the report. Watch | Israel-Hamas war: PM Netanyahu sends Israeli team to Paris for hostage talks × The proposal puts forward Gaza's "complete demilitarisation... beyond what is required for the needs of maintaining public order". It seeks to elevate "de-radicalisation in all religious, educational and welfare institutions in Gaza". A most significant element of the plan, as per the report, was the dismantling of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA, stated the report. Israel has alleged that several UNRWA employees took part in the October 7 attack on Israel that claimed the lives of nearly 1,160 people, mostly civilians, as per an AFP tally based on official Israeli figures. (With inputs from agencies)

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