Its day 3 of the Israel-Gaza war with israel declaring a complete siege of the rebel held area Israel's defence minister has ordered cutting off Gaza's electricity, food, fuel and water the massive retaliation comes 48 hours after hamas militants launched a surprise assault that left hundreds dead

Israel-Palestine war: Hamas claims over 100 hostages, including Israeli soldiers

Analysts are flagging intelligence gaps, which undermined what was thought to be an aggressive and successful layered approach toward Gaza by Israel. Will the West rally behind Israel and will the middle east regroup? We spoke to Scott Lucas, professor of international politics, Clinton Institute, University College Dublin and Giles Gibson from Rome.

Israel-Palestine war: The humanitarian impact of the crisis

Israel is at war with Hamas which controls the Gaza Strip. More than 1,100 people have been killed on both sides since the war broke out on Saturday after Hamas rained thousands of rockets on Israel in surprise pre-dawn attacks from Gaza. Israeli leadership have cautioned the nation for a long and difficult war. To know more watch this interview with Lt Col Daniel Davis (R), host from Daniel Davis Deep Dive, YouTube.

Israel-Palestine conflict: Dead bodies line up on Israeli streets, over 100 taken hostage

Israel is at war with Hamas which controls the Gaza Strip. More than 1,100 people have been killed on both sides since the war broke out on Saturday after Hamas rained thousands of rockets on Israel in surprise pre-dawn attacks from Gaza. Israeli leadership have cautioned the nation for a long and difficult war.

Israel-Palestine conflict: Pro-Palestine protests flare up in Iraq and Pakistan

The capture of dozens of Israeli soldiers and civilians by Hamas militants has now stirred Israeli emotions more misery than any crisis in the country's recent memory. Setting aside the differences top Israeli leaders have now discussed the possibility of forming an emergency National Unity government in the country.

Israel-Palestine conflict | Netanyahu, Lapid & Gantz on the same page?

Israel is at war with Hamas which controls the Gaza Strip more than 11,00 people have been killed on both sides since the war broke out. On Saturday Hamas reigned thousands of rockets on Israel in a surprise pre-dawn attack from Gaza. Israeli leadership have now cautioned the nation for a long and difficult War.

Israel-Palestine conflict: Casualties rise on both sides as Israel-Hamas war rages on

Fighters of the Hamas militant group took an unknown number of civilians and soldiers captive during their incursion into Israel and moved them into the Gaza strip after launching a surprise attack on Saturday. As for the latest, Israel says Hamas until now has taken over 100 such 'prisoners'.

Israel-Palestine conflict: Israelis recount terrified flight as Hamas gunmen attack dance party

Hamas militants caught Israel off-guard on Saturday morning which besides the barrage of rockets fired at Israelis many claimed to have been kidnapped and relocated in Gaza as prisoners of War.

As Israel-Palestine war continues, death toll crosses 1000-mark

<p>Multiple media reports across countries have said that a dead body being paraded naked by Hamas in a pickup truck&nbsp;as seen in a viral social media post&nbsp;is that of a German woman.</p>

<p>It is being widely reported that the body is of Shani Louk, a German tattoo artist. The claim that it is her is being made online by users who said they have made comparison of tattoos on the dead body with those seen sported by Louk in previous pictures she herself clicked and posted on social media.</p>

<p>Louk's mother has said in another video doing rounds on social media that her 30-year-old daughter was in Israel with a tourist group. She has&nbsp;confirmed having seen the viral video in question and said that it was Shani but has also made an appeal to&nbsp;public for more information and help.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">The mother of Shani Louk, the woman whose body was seen on video in the back of a pick-up truck driven by Palestinian terrorists to Gaza, released a statement earlier today.<br />
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She confirmed she had seen her daughter on the video &amp; asked the public for help with more information <a href="https://t.co/LDcPsjGHP8">pic.twitter.com/LDcPsjGHP8</a></p>
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<p>News.com.au has quoted Shani's cousin Tomasina who has claimed that it is Shani in the viral video. She however, has hoped for a positive news.</p>

<p>"It is definitely Shani. She was at a music festival for peace. This is a nightmare for our family," Tomsina said according to the news outlet.</p>

<p>Shani Louk was attending a music festival. The site was reportedly one of the first locations to be attacked by Hamas.</p>

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<h2><strong>Her 'last' video?</strong></h2>

<p>An account on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) has posted a video purportedly showing Fani Louk as she danced at a music festival near the Gaza border. The account claims that these were Shani's 'last moments' before getting captured by Hamas.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">She is Shani Louk, A German-Israel citizen, Who's dead body was Paraded by Hamas after attack<br />
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These are probably the last moments of her before Hamas attacked music festival.. Where she took part<br />
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RIP 🙏<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IsraelPalestineWar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IsraelPalestineWar</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Gaza?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Gaza</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%B4%E0%B8%AA%E0%B8%A3%E0%B8%B2%E0%B9%80%E0%B8%AD%E0%B8%A5?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#อิสราเอล</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Palestine?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Palestine</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Palestinian?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Palestinian</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%D8%B7%D9%88%D9%81%D8%A7%D9%86_%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D9%82%D8%B5%D9%89?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#طوفان_الأقصى</a>… <a href="https://t.co/xo65xaNtr5">pic.twitter.com/xo65xaNtr5</a></p>
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<p>The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas terrorists caught several civilians in the crossfire. Hamas terrorists also targeted civilians to hold them hostage for bargaining the release of Palestinians in Israeli jails.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Another shocking video, purportedly showing 25-year-old Noa Argamani being kidnapped by Hamas militants from a peace festival, has also gone viral. In the video, the woman can be seen begging for her life while being seated on militants' motorcycle.</p>

<p>The video reportedly also shows her boyfriend Avi Nathan.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-shielding-skies-with-iron-dome-defence-system-what-is-it-and-how-does-it-work-643921">Israel shielding skies with Iron Dome defence system. What is it and how does it work?</a></strong></p>

<p>The escalation of violence between Israel and Hamas has shifted global focus to West Asia. There have been hundreds of casualties on both sides and thousands of others have been injured.</p>

<p>Global diplomacy is in overdrive trying to diffuse the situation. Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu has, however, said that the current 'war' will go on for a long time.</p>

<p><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></p>

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Multiple media reports across countries have said that a dead body being paraded naked by Hamas in a pickup truck as seen in a viral social media post is that of a German woman.

Multiple media reports across countries have said that a dead body being paraded naked by Hamas in a pickup truck as seen in a viral social media post is that of a German woman. It is being widely reported that the body is of Shani Louk, a German tattoo artist. The claim that it is her is being made online by users who said they have made comparison of tattoos on the dead body with those seen sported by Louk in previous pictures she herself clicked and posted on social media. Louk's mother has said in another video doing rounds on social media that her 30-year-old daughter was in Israel with a tourist group. She has confirmed having seen the viral video in question and said that it was Shani but has also made an appeal to public for more information and help. The mother of Shani Louk, the woman whose body was seen on video in the back of a pick-up truck driven by Palestinian terrorists to Gaza, released a statement earlier today. She confirmed she had seen her daughter on the video & asked the public for help with more information pic.twitter.com/LDcPsjGHP8 — Visegrád 24 (@visegrad24) October 8, 2023 × News.com.au has quoted Shani's cousin Tomasina who has claimed that it is Shani in the viral video. She however, has hoped for a positive news. "It is definitely Shani. She was at a music festival for peace. This is a nightmare for our family," Tomsina said according to the news outlet. Shani Louk was attending a music festival. The site was reportedly one of the first locations to be attacked by Hamas. Watch | Israel-Palestine Conflict: Unprecedented hostage situation in Israel × Her 'last' video? An account on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) has posted a video purportedly showing Fani Louk as she danced at a music festival near the Gaza border. The account claims that these were Shani's 'last moments' before getting captured by Hamas. She is Shani Louk, A German-Israel citizen, Who's dead body was Paraded by Hamas after attack These are probably the last moments of her before Hamas attacked music festival.. Where she took part RIP 🙏#IsraelPalestineWar #Gaza #อิสราเอล #Palestine #Palestinian #طوفان_الأقصى… pic.twitter.com/xo65xaNtr5 — Dr Jain (@DrJain21) October 9, 2023 × The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas terrorists caught several civilians in the crossfire. Hamas terrorists also targeted civilians to hold them hostage for bargaining the release of Palestinians in Israeli jails. Another shocking video, purportedly showing 25-year-old Noa Argamani being kidnapped by Hamas militants from a peace festival, has also gone viral. In the video, the woman can be seen begging for her life while being seated on militants' motorcycle. The video reportedly also shows her boyfriend Avi Nathan. Also Read | Israel shielding skies with Iron Dome defence system. What is it and how does it work? The escalation of violence between Israel and Hamas has shifted global focus to West Asia. There have been hundreds of casualties on both sides and thousands of others have been injured. Global diplomacy is in overdrive trying to diffuse the situation. Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu has, however, said that the current 'war' will go on for a long time. 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. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

German woman’s body paraded naked by Hamas terrorists; mother appeals for info and help

<p>Israeli officials are facing heat over the unprecedented attacks launched by the Hamas terror group during the Jewish holiday over the weekend, as questions are being raised over the potential failure of its famed Mossad intelligence agency.</p>

<p>On Saturday (Oct 7) morning, Hamas began its blitzkrieg by air, land and sea spanning 22 locations outside the Gaza Strip, including towns and other communities as far as 15 miles (24 kilometres) from the Gaza border.</p>

<p>The attack caught the Israeli security apparatus off guard which had otherwise been largely successful in blunting any shadow war against the Jewish state.</p>

<p>The apparent lapse became clearer when Israeli newspaper Haaretz reported that neither the Israeli Defence Force nor the Israel Security Agency — commonly known as the Shin Bet — issued any warnings that the terrorist organisation, which operates out of the Gaza Strip, was about to launch the assault.</p>

<p>What makes this intelligence failure even more startling is the fact that senior IDF and defence ministry officials publicly said last week that Hamas was not particularly interested in open conflict, the outlet reported.</p>

<h2><strong>Israelis caught off-guard </strong></h2>

<p>US officials said that if the Israelis knew an attack was imminent, they did not share it with Washington.</p>

<p>“We were not tracking this,” a senior US military official said, according to NBC.</p>

<p>According to BBC, Israel has the most extensive and well-funded intelligence network in the Middle East.</p>

<p>Their spy network includes informants and agents who have infiltrated Palestinian militant groups, as well as similar organisations throughout Lebanon and Syria.</p>

<p>However, this wasn’t enough.</p>

<p>“The entire system failed. It’s not just one component,” Jonathan Conricus, a former IDF international spokesman, told CNN.</p>

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<p>“It’s the entire defence architecture that evidently failed to provide the necessary defence for Israeli civilians. This is a Pearl Harbor-type of moment for Israel, where there was reality up until today, and then there will be reality after today,” he added.</p>

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<p>So far, at least 700 people from the Israeli side have been killed, while more than 400 have died from the Palestinian side since Israel started retaliating.</p>

<h2><strong>Remnants of the Yom Kippur War </strong></h2>

<p>Saturday’s attack brought back painful memories of the October 1973 war, which happened exactly on the same date 50 years ago, in which Israel's enemies had launched a surprise attack on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in Judaism.</p>

<p>“It cannot be understated or put in less severe terms: The IDF, the strongest military in the Middle East and one of the most respected worldwide was caught completely by surprise in the Hamas attack on Israel on Saturday,” YNetNews, a leading portal, asserted.</p>

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Israeli officials are facing heat over the unprecedented attacks launched by the Hamas terror group during the Jewish holiday over the weekend, as questions are being raised over the potential failure of its famed Mossad intelligence agency.

Israeli officials are facing heat over the unprecedented attacks launched by the Hamas terror group during the Jewish holiday over the weekend, as questions are being raised over the potential failure of its famed Mossad intelligence agency. On Saturday (Oct 7) morning, Hamas began its blitzkrieg by air, land and sea spanning 22 locations outside the Gaza Strip, including towns and other communities as far as 15 miles (24 kilometres) from the Gaza border. The attack caught the Israeli security apparatus off guard which had otherwise been largely successful in blunting any shadow war against the Jewish state. The apparent lapse became clearer when Israeli newspaper Haaretz reported that neither the Israeli Defence Force nor the Israel Security Agency — commonly known as the Shin Bet — issued any warnings that the terrorist organisation, which operates out of the Gaza Strip, was about to launch the assault. What makes this intelligence failure even more startling is the fact that senior IDF and defence ministry officials publicly said last week that Hamas was not particularly interested in open conflict, the outlet reported. Israelis caught off-guard US officials said that if the Israelis knew an attack was imminent, they did not share it with Washington. “We were not tracking this,” a senior US military official said, according to NBC. According to BBC, Israel has the most extensive and well-funded intelligence network in the Middle East. Their spy network includes informants and agents who have infiltrated Palestinian militant groups, as well as similar organisations throughout Lebanon and Syria. However, this wasn’t enough. “The entire system failed. It’s not just one component,” Jonathan Conricus, a former IDF international spokesman, told CNN. Also read | Israel's representative at UN shares video of Hamas thanking Iran for support “It’s the entire defence architecture that evidently failed to provide the necessary defence for Israeli civilians. This is a Pearl Harbor-type of moment for Israel, where there was reality up until today, and then there will be reality after today,” he added. Also read | Elon Musk promotes unvetted accounts amid spread of false war information So far, at least 700 people from the Israeli side have been killed, while more than 400 have died from the Palestinian side since Israel started retaliating. Remnants of the Yom Kippur War Saturday’s attack brought back painful memories of the October 1973 war, which happened exactly on the same date 50 years ago, in which Israel's enemies had launched a surprise attack on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in Judaism. “It cannot be understated or put in less severe terms: The IDF, the strongest military in the Middle East and one of the most respected worldwide was caught completely by surprise in the Hamas attack on Israel on Saturday,” YNetNews, a leading portal, asserted. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Did Israel’s famed intelligence service Mossad fail to foresee Hamas’ unprecedented terror attack?

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US state department spokesperson Matt Miller confirmed nine American citizens were killed in Hamas' attack on Israel. Watch the video to know more about the Israel-Palestine war.

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Israel-Palestine war: How the West is reacting, will the Middle East regroup?

Its day 3 of the Israel-Gaza war with Israel declaring a complete siege of the rebel held area. Israel's defence minister has ordered cutting off Gaza's electricity, food, fuel and water. The massive retaliation comes 48 hours after Hamas militants launched a surprise assault that left hundreds dead.

Israel-Palestine war: The Gaza strip suffers its deadliest day in 15 years

HAMAS fighters infiltrated Israel from land, air and sea. Over 5000 rockets fired within 20 minutes. An attack of this scale was not planned overnight but Israel’s famed Intelligence agency Mossad, one of the finest in the world – never saw it coming. Many are now questioning the country's revered intelligence agency Mossad.

Israel Palestine war: Hamas attack on Palestine shows gaps in Israel Intelligence Agency, Mossad?

<p>The Israeli rescue service Zaka on Sunday (Oct 8) confirmed that 260 dead bodies were retrieved by the paramedics from a music festival which was attended by thousands of people and later was attacked by Hamas militants.<br />
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The total death toll is likely to go higher as other paramedic teams work in the area. In the videos shared on social media platforms and by Israeli news outlets, dozens of festival goers were seen running across an open field as gunshots were fired. Many of them were gunned down as they tried to flee and some hid in the fruit orchards.<br />
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The Nature Party, which was being held near Kibbutz Re'im close to Gaza, was attended by thousands of people and became one of the first targets of Hamas militants who entered Israel on Saturday (Oct 7), and launched one of the biggest attacks on the country in decades.</p>

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<p>"I heard shots from every direction, they were firing at us from both sides. Everyone was running and didn't know what to do. It was total chaos,” said Arik Nani, one of the partygoers, while speaking to Reuters.</p>

<h2><strong>More than 100 hostages taken including Israeli army officers, claims Hamas</strong></h2>

<p>According to media reports, more than 100 Israeli hostages are being held by Hamas fighters in Gaza, which include high-ranking army officers.<br />
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As per CNN, chief deputy of Hamas' political bureau Mousa Abu Marzouk, in an interview with Arabic news outlet al-Ghad TV, said that the number of Israeli hostages "hasn't been counted yet but they are over a hundred."<br />
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Speaking about the Israeli army officers being taken hostages, Marzouk said, "There are high-ranking officers.” Meanwhile, Islamic Jihad, another Palestinian armed group, on Sunday, stated that it is holding at least 30 hostages in Gaza.</p>

<p><em><strong>Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the claims of Hamas and Islamic Jihad.</strong></em></p>

<p>According to government authorities, more than 700 people were killed in Israel by Hamas.<br />
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Around 2,300 others have suffered injuries in Gaza, while power cuts have threatened "lives of hundreds of injuries and patients," stated the Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza.</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Iran-Backed Hezbollah Joins Hamas in Fight Against Israel | What's At Stake</strong></p>

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<p>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has promised an unprecedented response to the attack by Hamas. He said that Gaza is being continuously bombarded by Israeli jets, killing more than 400 Palestinians.<br />
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A Navy carrier strike group is being sent by the United States to the eastern Mediterranean Sea, which includes guided missile destroyers and guided missile cruisers. Meanwhile, more fighter jets are being positioned by the US in the Middle East, to act as a deterrent against Hamas in Palestine, Hezbollah in Lebanon and other militant groups fighting against Israel.</p>

<p><strong><em>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.</em></strong></p>

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The Israeli rescue service Zaka on Sunday (Oct 8) confirmed that 260 dead bodies were retrieved by the paramedics from a music festival which was attended by thousands of people and later was attacked by Hamas militants.

The Israeli rescue service Zaka on Sunday (Oct 8) confirmed that 260 dead bodies were retrieved by the paramedics from a music festival which was attended by thousands of people and later was attacked by Hamas militants. The total death toll is likely to go higher as other paramedic teams work in the area. In the videos shared on social media platforms and by Israeli news outlets, dozens of festival goers were seen running across an open field as gunshots were fired. Many of them were gunned down as they tried to flee and some hid in the fruit orchards. The Nature Party, which was being held near Kibbutz Re'im close to Gaza, was attended by thousands of people and became one of the first targets of Hamas militants who entered Israel on Saturday (Oct 7), and launched one of the biggest attacks on the country in decades. ALSO READ | Israel vs Hamas: How the violence unfolded after Palestinian militant group attacked Israel. A timeline "I heard shots from every direction, they were firing at us from both sides. Everyone was running and didn't know what to do. It was total chaos,” said Arik Nani, one of the partygoers, while speaking to Reuters. More than 100 hostages taken including Israeli army officers, claims Hamas According to media reports, more than 100 Israeli hostages are being held by Hamas fighters in Gaza, which include high-ranking army officers. As per CNN, chief deputy of Hamas' political bureau Mousa Abu Marzouk, in an interview with Arabic news outlet al-Ghad TV, said that the number of Israeli hostages "hasn't been counted yet but they are over a hundred." Speaking about the Israeli army officers being taken hostages, Marzouk said, "There are high-ranking officers.” Meanwhile, Islamic Jihad, another Palestinian armed group, on Sunday, stated that it is holding at least 30 hostages in Gaza. Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the claims of Hamas and Islamic Jihad. According to government authorities, more than 700 people were killed in Israel by Hamas. Around 2,300 others have suffered injuries in Gaza, while power cuts have threatened "lives of hundreds of injuries and patients," stated the Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza. WATCH | Iran-Backed Hezbollah Joins Hamas in Fight Against Israel | What's At Stake Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has promised an unprecedented response to the attack by Hamas. He said that Gaza is being continuously bombarded by Israeli jets, killing more than 400 Palestinians. A Navy carrier strike group is being sent by the United States to the eastern Mediterranean Sea, which includes guided missile destroyers and guided missile cruisers. Meanwhile, more fighter jets are being positioned by the US in the Middle East, to act as a deterrent against Hamas in Palestine, Hezbollah in Lebanon and other militant groups fighting against Israel. 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) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

After brutal Hamas attack, Israeli rescue service retrieves 260 bodies from music festival

<p>Israel's representative to the United Nations Gilad Erdan shared a video in which the leaders of Hamas were seen purportedly thanking Iran for supporting the terrorist organisation with arms, money and other means.<br />
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In the video shared, as per the translation provided by the ambassador, the leader can be seen saying, “Thanks to all those individuals, groups and countries, particularly the Islamic Republic of Iran, who have supported us generously with money, arms and other means, providing us with the missiles that have battered the zionist strongholds during past confrontations with the occupiers. They have also supported us with anti-tank type missiles which, by the grace of god, and the faith of our fighters, shattered the myth of zionist superiority.”<br />
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While sharing the video, the envoy wrote, “If you had any doubt about who is funding and supporting this barbaric terror attack: here’s a video of Hamas terrorists thanking none other than IRAN for the weapons, money and rockets that helped the terrorists to slaughter and kidnap Israelis. The Ayatollah regime is the head of the octopus. Don’t look away.”</p>

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<p>Ambassador Gilad Erdan had earlier also stated that they were quite sure about Iran extending its support to the operations of Hamas, which has launched its biggest attack on Israel from the Gaza Strip.</p>

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<p>The comment of Erdan came hours after Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi stated that the country supports the right to self-defence of Palestinians and said that Israel needs to be held accountable for endangering the region.<br />
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"Iran supports the legitimate defence of the Palestinian nation," stated Raisi, as quoted by state television. "The Zionist regime (Israel) and its supporters are responsible for endangering the security of nations in the region, and they must be held accountable in this matter,” he added.<br />
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He further appealed to Muslim governments to "support the Palestinian nation" while appreciating "resistance" efforts by Hamas and other groups in countries which include Syria, Lebanon and Iraq.</p>

<h2><strong>Iran's UN mission denies Tehran's involvement in Hamas attacks</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile, Iran's mission to the United Nations on Sunday (Oct 8) refuted Tehran's involvement in one of the bloodiest attacks by Hamas on Israel.</p>

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<p>"The resolute measures taken by Palestine constitute a wholly legitimate defence against seven decades of oppressive occupation and heinous crimes committed by the illegitimate Zionist regime," said Iran's UN mission, in a statement.<br />
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"We emphatically stand in unflinching support of Palestine; however, we are not involved in Palestine's response, as it is taken solely by Palestine itself," Iran's UN mission stated.<br />
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Iran's UN mission stated the Hamas operation achieved “success” because it was a surprise.<br />
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"They are attempting to justify their failure and attribute it to Iran's intelligence power and operational planning," stated Iran's UN mission.</p>

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Israel's representative to the United Nations Gilad Erdan shared a video in which the leaders of Hamas were seen purportedly thanking Iran for supporting the terrorist organisation with arms, money and other means.

Israel's representative to the United Nations Gilad Erdan shared a video in which the leaders of Hamas were seen purportedly thanking Iran for supporting the terrorist organisation with arms, money and other means. In the video shared, as per the translation provided by the ambassador, the leader can be seen saying, “Thanks to all those individuals, groups and countries, particularly the Islamic Republic of Iran, who have supported us generously with money, arms and other means, providing us with the missiles that have battered the zionist strongholds during past confrontations with the occupiers. They have also supported us with anti-tank type missiles which, by the grace of god, and the faith of our fighters, shattered the myth of zionist superiority.” While sharing the video, the envoy wrote, “If you had any doubt about who is funding and supporting this barbaric terror attack: here’s a video of Hamas terrorists thanking none other than IRAN for the weapons, money and rockets that helped the terrorists to slaughter and kidnap Israelis. The Ayatollah regime is the head of the octopus. Don’t look away.” If you had any doubt about who is funding and supporting this barbaric terror attack: here’s a video of Hamas terrorists thanking none other than IRAN for the weapons, money and rockets that helped the terrorists to slaughter and kidnap Israelis. The Ayatollah regime is the head… pic.twitter.com/LMrRmlt5Xm — Ambassador Gilad Erdan גלעד ארדן (@giladerdan1) October 8, 2023 × Ambassador Gilad Erdan had earlier also stated that they were quite sure about Iran extending its support to the operations of Hamas, which has launched its biggest attack on Israel from the Gaza Strip. ALSO READ | After brutal Hamas attack, Israeli rescue service retrieves 260 bodies from music festival The comment of Erdan came hours after Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi stated that the country supports the right to self-defence of Palestinians and said that Israel needs to be held accountable for endangering the region. "Iran supports the legitimate defence of the Palestinian nation," stated Raisi, as quoted by state television. "The Zionist regime (Israel) and its supporters are responsible for endangering the security of nations in the region, and they must be held accountable in this matter,” he added. He further appealed to Muslim governments to "support the Palestinian nation" while appreciating "resistance" efforts by Hamas and other groups in countries which include Syria, Lebanon and Iraq. Iran's UN mission denies Tehran's involvement in Hamas attacks Meanwhile, Iran's mission to the United Nations on Sunday (Oct 8) refuted Tehran's involvement in one of the bloodiest attacks by Hamas on Israel. WATCH | Israel-Palestine War: US, European nationals feared dead in Israel "The resolute measures taken by Palestine constitute a wholly legitimate defence against seven decades of oppressive occupation and heinous crimes committed by the illegitimate Zionist regime," said Iran's UN mission, in a statement. "We emphatically stand in unflinching support of Palestine; however, we are not involved in Palestine's response, as it is taken solely by Palestine itself," Iran's UN mission stated. Iran's UN mission stated the Hamas operation achieved “success” because it was a surprise. "They are attempting to justify their failure and attribute it to Iran's intelligence power and operational planning," stated Iran's UN mission. 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. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>On the morning of October 7, the Palestinian group Hamas launched one of the biggest surprise attacks on Israel, in which it fired a barrage of rockets from the Gaza Strip and the security barriers were breached by the gunmen. The attack was launched on Israel during the Jewish holiday of Simchat Torah.<br />
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However, the date chosen for one of the bloodiest attacks, was just a day after the Yom Kippur War was launched, which started 50 years ago on October 6, with an aim to recapture the territory taken by Israel during a brief conflict in 1967.</p>

<h2><strong>What was the Yom Kippur war?</strong></h2>

<p>On October 6, 1973, which was the holiest day in Judaism – known as 'Yom Kippur', surprise attacks were launched by a coalition of Arab nations on Israeli-occupied territories, which started the Yom Kippur War.<br />
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Most of the fighting took place in the Golan Heights, Sinai and the other areas which were under Israel's control since the Six-Day War in 1967. The geopolitical tensions between the countries reached a tipping point when a global nuclear alert was issued by the then-US President Richard Nixon.</p>

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<p>After the war between nations intensified, oil deliveries were suspended by the Arab members of The Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) to all Western nations, which had extended their support to Israel. This led to a global energy crisis.<br />
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After two weeks of war which resulted in the death of 20,000 people, Israel achieved victory and gained more land under its occupation compared to what it had before the start of the war.</p>

<h2><strong>Why is Yom Kippur War being compared to Operation Al-Aqsa Flood?</strong></h2>

<p>Exactly after 50 years, more than 5,000 rockets were rained down on Israel as Hamas announced the initiation of 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood', as it appealed to the "resistance fighters in the West Bank" as well as in "Arab and Islamic nations" to join the war against Israel, which has been accused of "illegally occupying" Palestinian land.<br />
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The recent violence has been attributed by Hamas officials to the long-standing tensions between Israel and Palestinians, especially the fight over the sacred Al-Aqsa Mosque compound. It has been compared to the Yom Kippur War of 1973, as it is one of the deadliest attacks on Israel since then.</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Israel-Palestine conflict: Dead bodies line up on Israeli streets, over 100 taken hostage</strong></p>

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<p>The second similarity between the two wars is the criticism faced by Israel for being unprepared at both times when the attack was launched. The attacks by Hamas came as a surprise to Israel even though it has advanced intelligence and interception systems.<br />
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In the Yom Kippur war also, Israel was unprepared since many soldiers were on leave due to the Yom Kippur or the Day of Atonement, which is considered the holiest day in Judaism.</p>

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On the morning of October 7, the Palestinian group Hamas launched one of the biggest surprise attacks on Israel, in which it fired a barrage of rockets from the Gaza Strip and the security barriers were breached by the gunmen.

On the morning of October 7, the Palestinian group Hamas launched one of the biggest surprise attacks on Israel, in which it fired a barrage of rockets from the Gaza Strip and the security barriers were breached by the gunmen. The attack was launched on Israel during the Jewish holiday of Simchat Torah. However, the date chosen for one of the bloodiest attacks, was just a day after the Yom Kippur War was launched, which started 50 years ago on October 6, with an aim to recapture the territory taken by Israel during a brief conflict in 1967. What was the Yom Kippur war? On October 6, 1973, which was the holiest day in Judaism – known as 'Yom Kippur', surprise attacks were launched by a coalition of Arab nations on Israeli-occupied territories, which started the Yom Kippur War. Most of the fighting took place in the Golan Heights, Sinai and the other areas which were under Israel's control since the Six-Day War in 1967. The geopolitical tensions between the countries reached a tipping point when a global nuclear alert was issued by the then-US President Richard Nixon. ALSO READ | Did Israel’s famed intelligence service fail to foresee Hamas’ unprecedented terror attack? After the war between nations intensified, oil deliveries were suspended by the Arab members of The Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) to all Western nations, which had extended their support to Israel. This led to a global energy crisis. After two weeks of war which resulted in the death of 20,000 people, Israel achieved victory and gained more land under its occupation compared to what it had before the start of the war. Why is Yom Kippur War being compared to Operation Al-Aqsa Flood? Exactly after 50 years, more than 5,000 rockets were rained down on Israel as Hamas announced the initiation of 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood', as it appealed to the "resistance fighters in the West Bank" as well as in "Arab and Islamic nations" to join the war against Israel, which has been accused of "illegally occupying" Palestinian land. The recent violence has been attributed by Hamas officials to the long-standing tensions between Israel and Palestinians, especially the fight over the sacred Al-Aqsa Mosque compound. It has been compared to the Yom Kippur War of 1973, as it is one of the deadliest attacks on Israel since then. WATCH | Israel-Palestine conflict: Dead bodies line up on Israeli streets, over 100 taken hostage The second similarity between the two wars is the criticism faced by Israel for being unprepared at both times when the attack was launched. The attacks by Hamas came as a surprise to Israel even though it has advanced intelligence and interception systems. In the Yom Kippur war also, Israel was unprepared since many soldiers were on leave due to the Yom Kippur or the Day of Atonement, which is considered the holiest day in Judaism. 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. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Here's why Hamas chose October 7 to launch bloodiest attack on Israel

Israel is at war with Hamas and more than 1,100 people have been killed on both sides since the war broke out on Saturday after Hamas reign thousands of rockets on Israel in a surprise pre-drawn attack from Gaza. Lately, the Israeli leadership have cautioned the nation for a long difficult War.

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HAMAS fighters infiltrated Israel from land, air and sea. Over 5000 rockets fired within 20 minutes. An attack of this scale was not planned overnight but Israel’s famed Intelligence agency Mossad, one of the finest in the world – never saw it coming. Many are now questioning the country's revered intelligence agency Mossad. To discuss the events, and what’s to come next – we’re being joined live by Dr. Azriel Bermant, senior researcher at the Institute of International Relations Prague.

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<p>In light of the deteriorating situation in Israel, UEFA has decided to postpone all matches scheduled in the West Asian country in the next fortnight.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The European football governing body said&nbsp;Israel's Euro 2024 qualifier against Switzerland on Thursday, scheduled to take place at Tel Aviv's Bloomfield Stadium, is among matches postponed "in light of the current security situation".</p>

<p>Apart from the senior team's match, the Under-21 qualifiers involving Israel, Estonia and Germany have been postponed while the Under-17 matches involving<strong data-reactid=".aodniyxqfi.0.0.0.1.$paragraph-11.$bold-0">&nbsp;</strong>Israel, Belgium, Gibraltar and Wales have the same fate.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Matches postponed:&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p data-reactid=".aodniyxqfi.0.0.0.1.$paragraph-6"><strong data-reactid=".aodniyxqfi.0.0.0.1.$paragraph-6.$bold-0">European Championship 2024 qualifier</strong></p>

<p data-reactid=".aodniyxqfi.0.0.0.1.$paragraph-7">12 October: Israel v Switzerland</p>

<p data-reactid=".aodniyxqfi.0.0.0.1.$paragraph-8"><strong data-reactid=".aodniyxqfi.0.0.0.1.$paragraph-8.$bold-0">European Under-21 Championship 2025 qualifiers</strong></p>

<p data-reactid=".aodniyxqfi.0.0.0.1.$paragraph-9">12 October: Israel v Estonia</p>

<p data-reactid=".aodniyxqfi.0.0.0.1.$paragraph-10">17 October: Israel v Germany</p>

<p data-reactid=".aodniyxqfi.0.0.0.1.$paragraph-11"><strong data-reactid=".aodniyxqfi.0.0.0.1.$paragraph-11.$bold-0">European Under-17 Championship 2024</strong></p>

<p data-reactid=".aodniyxqfi.0.0.0.1.$paragraph-12">11-17 October: Mini tournament involving Israel, Belgium, Gibraltar and Wales</p>

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<p>UEFA added that it will take a few more days to assess whether the European qualifiers match between Israel and Kosovo, scheduled to take place at the&nbsp;Pristina City Stadium in Kosovo on October 15 would go ahead or not.&nbsp;</p>

<p data-reactid=".aodniyxqfi.0.0.0.1.$paragraph-14">"Uefa will continue to closely monitor the situation and will remain in contact with all teams involved before making decisions on new dates and on potential changes to other upcoming fixtures," it said.</p>

<h2 data-reactid=".aodniyxqfi.0.0.0.1.$paragraph-14"><strong>What is happening in Israel?</strong></h2>

<p data-reactid=".aodniyxqfi.0.0.0.1.$paragraph-14">More than 700 Israelis have been killed after Hamas - a terror outfit operating from the Gaza Strip launched an indiscriminate attack on Israel. While thousands of missiles were fired that overwhelmed Israel's state-of-the-art Iron Dome system, a faction of ground fighters illegally entered Israel and kidnapped, raped and slaughtered civilians, before retreating.&nbsp;</p>

<p data-reactid=".aodniyxqfi.0.0.0.1.$paragraph-14">Since the attack, the fighting has only escalated as Israel has vowed to return the favour by flattening the strip. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has predicted a&nbsp;“long and difficult war”, with reports claiming that Jerusalem may try to take full control of Gaza for the first time since it unilaterally withdrew from the territory in 2005.</p>

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In light of the deteriorating situation in Israel, UEFA has decided to postpone all matches scheduled in the West Asian country in the next fortnight. The European football governing body said Israel's Euro 2024 qualifier against Switzerland on Thursday, scheduled to take place at Tel Aviv's Bloomfield Stadium, is among matches postponed "in light of the current security situation".

In light of the deteriorating situation in Israel, UEFA has decided to postpone all matches scheduled in the West Asian country in the next fortnight. The European football governing body said Israel's Euro 2024 qualifier against Switzerland on Thursday, scheduled to take place at Tel Aviv's Bloomfield Stadium, is among matches postponed "in light of the current security situation". Apart from the senior team's match, the Under-21 qualifiers involving Israel, Estonia and Germany have been postponed while the Under-17 matches involving Israel, Belgium, Gibraltar and Wales have the same fate. Matches postponed: European Championship 2024 qualifier 12 October: Israel v Switzerland European Under-21 Championship 2025 qualifiers 12 October: Israel v Estonia 17 October: Israel v Germany European Under-17 Championship 2024 11-17 October: Mini tournament involving Israel, Belgium, Gibraltar and Wales Watch | Israel Hamas War | PM Modi: India stands in solidarity with Israel | Israel-Palestine Conflict × UEFA added that it will take a few more days to assess whether the European qualifiers match between Israel and Kosovo, scheduled to take place at the Pristina City Stadium in Kosovo on October 15 would go ahead or not. "Uefa will continue to closely monitor the situation and will remain in contact with all teams involved before making decisions on new dates and on potential changes to other upcoming fixtures," it said. What is happening in Israel? More than 700 Israelis have been killed after Hamas - a terror outfit operating from the Gaza Strip launched an indiscriminate attack on Israel. While thousands of missiles were fired that overwhelmed Israel's state-of-the-art Iron Dome system, a faction of ground fighters illegally entered Israel and kidnapped, raped and slaughtered civilians, before retreating. Since the attack, the fighting has only escalated as Israel has vowed to return the favour by flattening the strip. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has predicted a “long and difficult war”, with reports claiming that Jerusalem may try to take full control of Gaza for the first time since it unilaterally withdrew from the territory in 2005. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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