<p>At least two civilians lost their lives for every Hamas fighter killed in Gaza, said a report by news agency AFP, citing senior Israeli military officials, on Monday (Dec 4). This comes as Israel’s government and its army are facing mounting pressure from across the world to reduce civilian casualties amid the ongoing war with the Palestinian militant group.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) also announced that they are deploying high-tech mapping software to try to reduce non-combatant deaths in the besieged Gaza Strip.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the Hamas-run Palestinian health ministry, nearly 16,000 people have been killed since Israel launched its retaliatory operations following the militant group’s attack on October 7 in southern Israel.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What did the Israeli military officials say?</strong></h2>

<p>The comments by Israeli military officials were made during a briefing where they reportedly confirmed the reports of 5,000 Hamas fighters being killed in Gaza&nbsp;so far and said, “The numbers are more or less right.”</p>

<p>“I’m not saying it’s not bad that we have a ratio of two to one,” one of the officials told reporters, as quoted by AFP. The official added that the use of human shields was part of Hamas’ “core strategy”.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Hopefully it (the ratio) will be much lower” in the coming phase of the war, said the Israeli officials, speaking on condition of anonymity.</p>

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Israeli officials, as per AFP, also said that they are&nbsp;using high-tech mapping software to track population movements inside the Gaza Strip and issue evacuation orders.</p>

<p>The system&nbsp;incorporates mobile phones and other signals, aerial surveillance and reports from local sources, as well as AI, to maintain a constantly updating map to show&nbsp;population concentrations across the territory.</p>

<p>However, the UN&nbsp;humanitarian office OCHA has questioned the usefulness of such a tool where&nbsp;access to telecommunications and electricity is sporadic.&nbsp;On Tuesday (Dec 5), Netblocks confirmed&nbsp;Gaza residents were experiencing "a total loss of communications".</p>

<h2><strong>Israel’s ‘human shield’ claim</strong></h2>

<p>Israel has repeatedly accused the Palestinian militant group of using civilians in Gaza as human shields amid the ongoing war claiming that Hamas is hiding arms and command centres in residential areas and hospitals.</p>

<p>International humanitarian law has forbidden the use of human shields in war and such cases are seen as a grave breach of the Geneva Convention.</p>

<p>However, the alleged presence of civilians&nbsp;does not&nbsp;mean that the warring nation cannot consider the site as a legitimate military target, but any&nbsp;attack on such a site needs to be weighed against the principle of proportionality.</p>

<p>Israel along with airstrikes also launched a ground operation in Gaza as it seeks to eradicate Hamas after the militant group’s October 7 attack which, according to Israeli officials, killed at least 1,200 people and led to the abduction of around 240 others.</p>

<h2><strong>US, UN urge&nbsp;Israel to protect civilians</strong></h2>

<p>The United States, Israel’s key ally, on Monday said that it is too soon to say if Israel was doing enough to protect civilians in Gaza. US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said Washington also expects Israel to avoid attacking areas identified as “no-strike” zones in Gaza.</p>

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<p>A report by Reuters citing residents and journalists on the ground said Monday's intense Israeli air strikes in southern Gaza, the densely populated coastal enclave, included areas where Israel had told people to seek shelter.</p>

<p>The US also discussed with Israel how long the war with Hamas should continue, but Sullivan declined to share that timeline.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres appealed to Israel to avoid further action which would make the already dire humanitarian situation in Hamas-run Gaza worse and spare the civilians.</p>

<p>“For people ordered to evacuate, there is nowhere safe to go and very little to survive on,” said UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></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><br />
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At least two civilians lost their lives for every Hamas fighter killed in Gaza, said a report by news agency AFP, citing senior Israeli military officials, on Monday (Dec 4).

At least two civilians lost their lives for every Hamas fighter killed in Gaza, said a report by news agency AFP, citing senior Israeli military officials, on Monday (Dec 4). This comes as Israel’s government and its army are facing mounting pressure from across the world to reduce civilian casualties amid the ongoing war with the Palestinian militant group. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) also announced that they are deploying high-tech mapping software to try to reduce non-combatant deaths in the besieged Gaza Strip. According to the Hamas-run Palestinian health ministry, nearly 16,000 people have been killed since Israel launched its retaliatory operations following the militant group’s attack on October 7 in southern Israel. What did the Israeli military officials say? The comments by Israeli military officials were made during a briefing where they reportedly confirmed the reports of 5,000 Hamas fighters being killed in Gaza so far and said, “The numbers are more or less right.” “I’m not saying it’s not bad that we have a ratio of two to one,” one of the officials told reporters, as quoted by AFP. The official added that the use of human shields was part of Hamas’ “core strategy”. “Hopefully it (the ratio) will be much lower” in the coming phase of the war, said the Israeli officials, speaking on condition of anonymity. ALSO READ | Explained: 'Broken pelvises, mutilated bodies'...Did Hamas use rape as weapon of war in Israel? Israeli officials, as per AFP, also said that they are using high-tech mapping software to track population movements inside the Gaza Strip and issue evacuation orders. The system incorporates mobile phones and other signals, aerial surveillance and reports from local sources, as well as AI, to maintain a constantly updating map to show population concentrations across the territory. However, the UN humanitarian office OCHA has questioned the usefulness of such a tool where access to telecommunications and electricity is sporadic. On Tuesday (Dec 5), Netblocks confirmed Gaza residents were experiencing "a total loss of communications". Israel’s ‘human shield’ claim Israel has repeatedly accused the Palestinian militant group of using civilians in Gaza as human shields amid the ongoing war claiming that Hamas is hiding arms and command centres in residential areas and hospitals. International humanitarian law has forbidden the use of human shields in war and such cases are seen as a grave breach of the Geneva Convention. However, the alleged presence of civilians does not mean that the warring nation cannot consider the site as a legitimate military target, but any attack on such a site needs to be weighed against the principle of proportionality. Israel along with airstrikes also launched a ground operation in Gaza as it seeks to eradicate Hamas after the militant group’s October 7 attack which, according to Israeli officials, killed at least 1,200 people and led to the abduction of around 240 others. US, UN urge Israel to protect civilians The United States, Israel’s key ally, on Monday said that it is too soon to say if Israel was doing enough to protect civilians in Gaza. US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said Washington also expects Israel to avoid attacking areas identified as “no-strike” zones in Gaza. ALSO READ | Intense Israeli air offensive hits south of Gaza, several areas in total blackout A report by Reuters citing residents and journalists on the ground said Monday's intense Israeli air strikes in southern Gaza, the densely populated coastal enclave, included areas where Israel had told people to seek shelter. The US also discussed with Israel how long the war with Hamas should continue, but Sullivan declined to share that timeline. The UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres appealed to Israel to avoid further action which would make the already dire humanitarian situation in Hamas-run Gaza worse and spare the civilians. “For people ordered to evacuate, there is nowhere safe to go and very little to survive on,” said UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

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<p>Tension gripped New Zealand's Wellington on Monday as the city's police and the New Zealand Defence Force's bomb squad responded to reports of suspicious packages outside the United States and Israeli embassies.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The reports, as per NZ Herald, prompted cordons, lockdowns, and a coordinated security effort.</p>

<h2><strong>Suspicious packages galore</strong></h2>

<p>As per a police spokesperson, the events unfolded as authorities received an alert about the first suspicious package outside the US Embassy on Fitzherbert Tce at precisely 1:40 pm.</p>

<p>Almost simultaneously, a second package was reported outside the Israeli Embassy on Brandon Street at 1:50 pm.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Stuff, a New Zealand based news-outlet reported that the package might involve a fake baby covered in blood. However, a spokesperson for the Israeli embassy could not confirm details regarding contents of the package.</p>

<h2><strong>Swift response</strong></h2>

<p>Swinging into action, the New Zealand Defence Force Explosive Ordnance Disposal team, in tandem with the police, assessed the threat. They have confirmed that there is no threat to the public. Cordons have now been lifted, reports the NZ Herald.</p>

<p>Cordons which were placed as a precautionary measure&nbsp;initially disrupted normal pedestrian and vehicular traffic, as pedestrians and motorists were asked to plan their trips to the city and avoid the area from which the packages were reported.</p>

<p>Additionally, nearby schools, including Queen Margaret College, were temporarily placed in lockdown.</p>

<p>In a statement, the police said: "Police thank all those impacted by the cordons for their patience and cooperation."</p>

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Tension gripped New Zealand's Wellington on Monday as the city's police and the New Zealand Defence Force's bomb squad responded to reports of suspicious packages outside the United States and Israeli embassies.

Tension gripped New Zealand's Wellington on Monday as the city's police and the New Zealand Defence Force's bomb squad responded to reports of suspicious packages outside the United States and Israeli embassies. The reports, as per NZ Herald, prompted cordons, lockdowns, and a coordinated security effort. Suspicious packages galore As per a police spokesperson, the events unfolded as authorities received an alert about the first suspicious package outside the US Embassy on Fitzherbert Tce at precisely 1:40 pm. Almost simultaneously, a second package was reported outside the Israeli Embassy on Brandon Street at 1:50 pm. Stuff, a New Zealand based news-outlet reported that the package might involve a fake baby covered in blood. However, a spokesperson for the Israeli embassy could not confirm details regarding contents of the package. Swift response Swinging into action, the New Zealand Defence Force Explosive Ordnance Disposal team, in tandem with the police, assessed the threat. They have confirmed that there is no threat to the public. Cordons have now been lifted, reports the NZ Herald. Cordons which were placed as a precautionary measure initially disrupted normal pedestrian and vehicular traffic, as pedestrians and motorists were asked to plan their trips to the city and avoid the area from which the packages were reported. Additionally, nearby schools, including Queen Margaret College, were temporarily placed in lockdown. In a statement, the police said: "Police thank all those impacted by the cordons for their patience and cooperation." (With inputs from agencies)

New Zealand on edge: Suspicious packages with fake baby covered in blood found outside US, Israeli embassies

The civilian death toll in Gaza is nearing 16,000 mark. As truce ended between Israel and Hamas, airstrikes restarted in Gaza. Isarel ordered a million Gazans to flee, parts of Gaza reduced to rubble.

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Three commercial ships were hit by ballistic missiles fired by the Houthi rebels in Yemen on Sunday in the Red Sea, and the U.S. military said that during the hour-long attack, a warship shot down three drones in self-defense. Two attacks were claimed by the Houthis, who are supported by Iran.

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A US destroyer and several commercial ships operating in the Red Sea came under drone and ballistic missile attacks and this is according to the US military as it marks the most significant escalation of a weeks long military attack on ships operating in those waters.

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Israel-Hamas war: Houthi rebels used armed drone and naval missiles to attack ships in Red Sea

It is the third day since the truce collapsed bombing continues in Gaza both Israel and Hamas have ruled out negotiations as bodies line up in the Palestinian Enclave. Israel says it has pulled back mediators from Qatar while Hamas says that another exchange of prisoners and hostages will take place only after a permanent ceasefire.

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<p>In a disconcerting incident in Philadelphia, a pro-Palestine mob targeted a Jewish-owned falafel restaurant.&nbsp;On Sunday, hundreds of protesters took to the streets of the West Philadelphia neighbourhood known as University City, home to the Ivy-league school, the University of Pennsylvania.</p>

<p>The crowds were seen igniting smoke bombs the colour of the Palestinian flag and calling for an "Intifada revolution" — a violent uprising against Israel.</p>

<h2><strong>Pennsylvania Governor condemns mob</strong></h2>

<p>Targeting the restaurant, crowds chanted "Goldie, Goldie, you can't hide, we charge you with genocide."</p>

<p>The restaurant, called Goldie's, is part of the acclaimed Philadelphia chain owned by Israeli-born chef Mike Solomonov.</p>

<p>Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has condemned the act, calling it a "blatant act of antisemitism - not a peaceful protest."</p>

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A restaurant was targeted and mobbed because its owner is Jewish and Israeli. This hate and bigotry is reminiscent of a dark time in history. <a href="https://t.co/WS2guahnsQ">https://t.co/WS2guahnsQ</a></p>
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<p>Shapiro, who as per Daily Mail is the state's third-ever Jewish governor, wrote,&nbsp;"A restaurant was targeted and mobbed because its owner is Jewish and Israeli. This hate and bigotry is reminiscent of a dark time in history."</p>

<h2><strong>Tensions rise at UPenn</strong></h2>

<p>The calls for an "intifada" by students at the University of Pennsylvania have further highlighted rising tensions. The protests as per Daily Mail were led by the Philly Palestine Coalition.</p>

<p>UPenn, the prestigious Ivy League institution, has been grappling with escalating incidents of antisemitism, including threats projected onto its buildings. This has led to it being accused of being a "magnet for antisemites" and the prompting of a civil rights complaint.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As such incidents increase in frequency, the university has responded by increasing security measures and collaborating with the FBI to address the discrimination against Jewish students.</p>

<p>The university said that several of its staff have received "vile, disturbing antisemitic emails" threatening violence against Jews on campus, particularly in Penn Hillel, an on-campus Jewish organisation, and Lauder College House.</p>

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<p>As per University president Liz Magill, "These messages also included hateful language, targeting the personal identities of the recipients. Penn's Division of Public Safety was immediately notified and responded. Penn Police also notified the FBI of this potential hate crime and a joint investigation is underway."</p>

<p>This incident occurred against the backdrop of ongoing conflict in the Middle East. On October 7, the militant group Hamas launched a brutal attack on Israel killing 1,200 Israelis. Tel Aviv has vowed annihilation of the group, its retaliatory strikes have left more than 15,000 dead in the Gaza Strip.</p>

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In a disconcerting incident in Philadelphia, a pro-Palestine mob targeted a Jewish-owned falafel restaurant. On Sunday, hundreds of protesters took to the streets of the West Philadelphia neighbourhood known as University City, home to the Ivy-league school, the University of Pennsylvania.

In a disconcerting incident in Philadelphia, a pro-Palestine mob targeted a Jewish-owned falafel restaurant. On Sunday, hundreds of protesters took to the streets of the West Philadelphia neighbourhood known as University City, home to the Ivy-league school, the University of Pennsylvania. The crowds were seen igniting smoke bombs the colour of the Palestinian flag and calling for an "Intifada revolution" — a violent uprising against Israel. Pennsylvania Governor condemns mob Targeting the restaurant, crowds chanted "Goldie, Goldie, you can't hide, we charge you with genocide." The restaurant, called Goldie's, is part of the acclaimed Philadelphia chain owned by Israeli-born chef Mike Solomonov. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has condemned the act, calling it a "blatant act of antisemitism - not a peaceful protest." Tonight in Philly, we saw a blatant act of antisemitism — not a peaceful protest. A restaurant was targeted and mobbed because its owner is Jewish and Israeli. This hate and bigotry is reminiscent of a dark time in history. https://t.co/WS2guahnsQ — Governor Josh Shapiro (@GovernorShapiro) December 4, 2023 × Shapiro, who as per Daily Mail is the state's third-ever Jewish governor, wrote, "A restaurant was targeted and mobbed because its owner is Jewish and Israeli. This hate and bigotry is reminiscent of a dark time in history." Tensions rise at UPenn The calls for an "intifada" by students at the University of Pennsylvania have further highlighted rising tensions. The protests as per Daily Mail were led by the Philly Palestine Coalition. UPenn, the prestigious Ivy League institution, has been grappling with escalating incidents of antisemitism, including threats projected onto its buildings. This has led to it being accused of being a "magnet for antisemites" and the prompting of a civil rights complaint. University of Pennsylvania right now. Jewish students are terrified. Where is law enforcement???? @JordynTilchen @HenMazzig @yashar pic.twitter.com/hO5lTVddZU — Jen X 🇮🇱 🦋 (@bellewriter) December 4, 2023 × As such incidents increase in frequency, the university has responded by increasing security measures and collaborating with the FBI to address the discrimination against Jewish students. The university said that several of its staff have received "vile, disturbing antisemitic emails" threatening violence against Jews on campus, particularly in Penn Hillel, an on-campus Jewish organisation, and Lauder College House. Happening now at @Penn. Hundreds of students marching chanting for “Intifada revolution.” Imagine being a Jewish student there… pic.twitter.com/8d0uEl6sQf — Chaya Raichik (@ChayaRaichik10) December 4, 2023 × As per University president Liz Magill, "These messages also included hateful language, targeting the personal identities of the recipients. Penn's Division of Public Safety was immediately notified and responded. Penn Police also notified the FBI of this potential hate crime and a joint investigation is underway." This incident occurred against the backdrop of ongoing conflict in the Middle East. On October 7, the militant group Hamas launched a brutal attack on Israel killing 1,200 Israelis. Tel Aviv has vowed annihilation of the group, its retaliatory strikes have left more than 15,000 dead in the Gaza Strip. (With inputs from agencies)

Pro-Palestine protest at University of Pennsylvania calls for 'Intifada' revolution, targets Jewish restaurant

World leaders are attempting to resume negotiations in Gaza. Israeli defence forces are continuing their airstrikes on Gaza against Hamas militants. Over 700 people are killed in 24 hours in Gaza strip.

Israel-Hamas War: Israeli army expands operation in Gaza, over 700 killed in 24 hrs

Israel-Hamas war: Over 700 killed in last 24 hours as Israel expands ground offensive in Gaza

Israel-Hamas war: Gal Gadot lashes out, slams silence over report of sexual violence. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s trial on corruption charges, which was suspended along with all other non-urgent cases after October 7, resumes today in the Jerusalem District Court. An emergency order that Justice Minister Yariv Levin put in place for the courts when the war with Hamas began expired last week, and most courts have been ordered to resume normal operations.

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Israel-Hamas war: Israeli military says it's expanding operations in Gaza strip

While the world leaders are attempting to resume negotiations Israel defence forces are continuing their airstrikes against Hamas militants in the Gaza strip.

Israel-Hamas war: Israel expanding ground offensive in Gaza | In-Live discussion

<p>As the Israel-Hamas war in West Asia protracted for Day 57, a series of developments resulted in a deadlock in truce negotiations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The conflict is facing an imminent threat of a spillover beyond the immediate theatre in the Gaza Strip, with Israel's fighter jets targeting numerous Hezbollah sites in southern Lebanon in response to repeated rocket attacks on northern Israel.</p>

<p>Tensions escalated further when rockets were fired from Lebanon at the border area, prompting the IDF to respond with artillery shelling.</p>

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<p>In a separate incident, a combat helicopter in Israel's Galilee area downed a malfunctioning military drone, triggering sirens.</p>

<p>The IDF assured that the interception was controlled, mitigating security concerns. Amidst these events, French President Emmanuel Macron expressed concern, cautioning that Israel's aim of eliminating Hamas could unleash a decade-long war.</p>

<p>The international community's efforts to broker a truce faced challenges, exemplified by Mossad's announcement that negotiations in Qatar reached a "dead end".</p>

<p>Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's directive led to the return of the negotiating team.</p>

<p>The Mossad's statement said,&nbsp;“The Hamas terror group did not fulfill its obligations under the agreement that included releasing all the women and children that were on the list provided to Hamas that had authorised it."</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps held Israel responsible for the deaths of its two members in Syria, who were on an advisory mission.</p>

<h2><strong>Turkey unleashes verbal attack on US</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Turkey, facing pressure from the United States to sever historic ties with Hamas, resisted the demand.</p>

<p>Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said that Turkey views Hamas as a political party, not a terrorist organisation.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-hamas-war-grim-cycle-of-death-in-gaza-665536">Israel-Hamas War: Grim cycle of death in Gaza</a></strong></p>

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<p>As the truce talks continued&nbsp;to hang in limbo, global leaders, including Macron, called for intensified efforts to achieve a lasting ceasefire. The quest for a resolution is facing hurdles, leaving the region mired in uncertainty on Day 57.</p>

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As the Israel-Hamas war in West Asia protracted for Day 57, a series of developments resulted in a deadlock in truce negotiations. The conflict is facing an imminent threat of a spillover beyond the immediate theatre in the Gaza Strip, with Israel's fighter jets targeting numerous Hezbollah sites in southern Lebanon in response to repeated rocket attacks on northern Israel.

As the Israel-Hamas war in West Asia protracted for Day 57, a series of developments resulted in a deadlock in truce negotiations. The conflict is facing an imminent threat of a spillover beyond the immediate theatre in the Gaza Strip, with Israel's fighter jets targeting numerous Hezbollah sites in southern Lebanon in response to repeated rocket attacks on northern Israel. Tensions escalated further when rockets were fired from Lebanon at the border area, prompting the IDF to respond with artillery shelling. Also Read | After Gaza war, Israel plans to hunt down Hamas leaders globally, says report In a separate incident, a combat helicopter in Israel's Galilee area downed a malfunctioning military drone, triggering sirens. The IDF assured that the interception was controlled, mitigating security concerns. Amidst these events, French President Emmanuel Macron expressed concern, cautioning that Israel's aim of eliminating Hamas could unleash a decade-long war. The international community's efforts to broker a truce faced challenges, exemplified by Mossad's announcement that negotiations in Qatar reached a "dead end". Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's directive led to the return of the negotiating team. The Mossad's statement said, “The Hamas terror group did not fulfill its obligations under the agreement that included releasing all the women and children that were on the list provided to Hamas that had authorised it." Also Read | Iran says claims over launch of Fattah-2 hypersonic missile 'misleading' Meanwhile, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps held Israel responsible for the deaths of its two members in Syria, who were on an advisory mission. Turkey unleashes verbal attack on US Turkey, facing pressure from the United States to sever historic ties with Hamas, resisted the demand. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said that Turkey views Hamas as a political party, not a terrorist organisation. Watch | Israel-Hamas War: Grim cycle of death in Gaza × As the truce talks continued to hang in limbo, global leaders, including Macron, called for intensified efforts to achieve a lasting ceasefire. The quest for a resolution is facing hurdles, leaving the region mired in uncertainty on Day 57. (With inputs from agencies)

Hamas war Day 57: Deadlock in truce negotiations, Israel targets Hezbollah in Southern Lebanon

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International calls for restraint in fighting have grown since the brief truce ended between Israel and Hamas. US Vice President Kamala Harris has now said many civilians have been killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza and the humanitarian law must be protected.

Israel-Hamas war: Israel faces growing calls for restraint

Israel-Hamas war: Israelis run for cover as sirens sound in several cities

Israel and Hamas brush off international calls to renew an expired truce as air strikes pound militant targets in Gaza and Palestinian groups launch volleys of rockets. French President Emmanuel Macron warns that Israel's aim of eliminating the Palestinian militant group Hamas risked unleashing a decade of war.

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