A Hamas official said that the Palestinian group was withdrawing from Gaza truce talks, as Israeli bombardments hit a school a day after a deadly strike targeting the militant commander Mohammed Deif. Watch in for more details!

Israel war: Hamas withdraws from truce talks over Israeli attack on Gaza school

Israel-Hamas War: Hamas ends truce talks over Israeli attack on Gaza school

As the Israel-Hamas tensions continue to rise the militant group has now said that they are withdrawing from the truce talks. It follows the killing of at least 15 people after Israeli strikes hit an UN-run School Sheltering displaced Gazans.

Israel-Hamas war: Hamas withdraws from truce talks after Al Mawasi attack

Hamas military director Mohammed Deif was the target of an Israeli bombing on Saturday in Gaza, according to an Israeli Army Radio report and a security official. Watch to know more.

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<p>The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) claimed on Sunday (July 14) the death of Rafa'a Salameh, the commander of the Khan Younis Brigade of Hamas, in a targeted airstrike in southern Gaza.</p>

<p>"Acting upon information from the Military Intelligence Directorate and the Shin Bet, fighter jets attacked in the Khan Younis area and killed Rafa’a Salameh, the commander of the Khan Younis Brigade of the Hamas terrorist organization," the IDF announced on X.</p>

<p>Salameh was known to be a close associate of Mohammed Deif, the head of Hamas's military wing who Israel says is one of the masterminds behind the October 7 massacre in southern Israel and&nbsp;was also targeted in the airstrikes on Saturday.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The IDF claims Salameh was involved in attacks against Israel, including the kidnapping of IDF soldier Gilad Shalit in 2006 and the construction of extensive tunnel networks in the blockaded Palestinian enclave.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Salameh’s death constitutes significant damage to the military capabilities of the Hamas terrorist organization," the IDF stated.</p>

<h2><strong>IDF strike that killed Rafa'a Salameh</strong></h2>

<p>The targeted strike took place near the Al-Mawasi humanitarian zone and Khan Younis</p>

<p>Hamas sources cited by multiple media platforms confirmed Salameh's death but did not say much about Deif’s status.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A top Hamas official, meanwhile, told AFP on Sunday that Deif was "fine" and continued to oversee the group's armed wing despite the attack.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Israel-Hamas war: Israel targets aimed at Hamas military chief hit tent housing in Khan Younis</strong></p>

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<p>Israeli media reported mixed assessments of Deif's condition.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kan News indicated that security officials believe Deif was wounded, while Ynet cited IDF intelligence suggesting that "dozens" of bodies were taken to Deir al-Balah’s Al Aqsa Hospital following the strike.</p>

<p>Mohammed Deif, aged 58, holds a significant position in Hamas as the head of its armed wing, the Qassam Brigades, and is second only to Yahya Sinwar in Gaza.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to Israel, both men were key in the planning and execution of the October 7 attack that resulted in over a thousand Israeli casualties.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The strike marks a continued effort by Israel to dismantle the leadership of Hamas and curb its military capabilities.</p>

<p>IDF's Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi said&nbsp;it was too early to determine whether Deif was killed in the airstrike in southern Gaza, but added that the Hamas terror group is attempting to hide the results of the attack, reported the Times of Israel.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) claimed on Sunday (July 14) the death of Rafa'a Salameh, the commander of the Khan Younis Brigade of Hamas, in a targeted airstrike in southern Gaza.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) claimed on Sunday (July 14) the death of Rafa'a Salameh, the commander of the Khan Younis Brigade of Hamas, in a targeted airstrike in southern Gaza. "Acting upon information from the Military Intelligence Directorate and the Shin Bet, fighter jets attacked in the Khan Younis area and killed Rafa’a Salameh, the commander of the Khan Younis Brigade of the Hamas terrorist organization," the IDF announced on X. Salameh was known to be a close associate of Mohammed Deif, the head of Hamas's military wing who Israel says is one of the masterminds behind the October 7 massacre in southern Israel and was also targeted in the airstrikes on Saturday. Also read | Netanyahu uncertain if Hamas commander Dief was killed in Israeli airstrike that took 90 civilian lives The IDF claims Salameh was involved in attacks against Israel, including the kidnapping of IDF soldier Gilad Shalit in 2006 and the construction of extensive tunnel networks in the blockaded Palestinian enclave. "Salameh’s death constitutes significant damage to the military capabilities of the Hamas terrorist organization," the IDF stated. IDF strike that killed Rafa'a Salameh The targeted strike took place near the Al-Mawasi humanitarian zone and Khan Younis Hamas sources cited by multiple media platforms confirmed Salameh's death but did not say much about Deif’s status. A top Hamas official, meanwhile, told AFP on Sunday that Deif was "fine" and continued to oversee the group's armed wing despite the attack. Also watch | Israel-Hamas war: Israel targets aimed at Hamas military chief hit tent housing in Khan Younis × Israeli media reported mixed assessments of Deif's condition. Kan News indicated that security officials believe Deif was wounded, while Ynet cited IDF intelligence suggesting that "dozens" of bodies were taken to Deir al-Balah’s Al Aqsa Hospital following the strike. Mohammed Deif, aged 58, holds a significant position in Hamas as the head of its armed wing, the Qassam Brigades, and is second only to Yahya Sinwar in Gaza. According to Israel, both men were key in the planning and execution of the October 7 attack that resulted in over a thousand Israeli casualties. The strike marks a continued effort by Israel to dismantle the leadership of Hamas and curb its military capabilities. IDF's Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi said it was too early to determine whether Deif was killed in the airstrike in southern Gaza, but added that the Hamas terror group is attempting to hide the results of the attack, reported the Times of Israel. (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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Israel-Hamas war: Israel targets aimed at Hamas military chief hit tent housing in Khan Younis

Hamas' military leader Mohammed Deif, one of the masterminds behind what Israel termed its 9/11 moment, is an elusive figure who has rarely spoken and never appeared in public, and who has survived at least seven Israeli assassination attempts.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reiterated that he will not accept any truce steal that endangers Israel's security and this comes as Israel and Hamas have reportedly agreed on an interim governance plan for Gaza.

Israel-Hamas war: Netanyahu presses for total victory

An Israeli airstrike targeted Hamas' military chief Mohammed Deif in Gaza on Saturday, a security official and Israel Army Radio said, in an attack that the enclave's health ministry said had killed at least 71 Palestinians.

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<p style="margin:0cm 0cm 10pt">The majority of the Israeli public considers Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu should resign, either immediately or at the end of the war, according to a recent poll conducted by Channel 12 news.</p>

<p style="margin:0cm 0cm 10pt">The poll states, 44% of respondents feel that Netanyahu should resign immediately, while an additional 28% think he should resign after the war.&nbsp;</p>

<p style="margin:0cm 0cm 10pt">This collective figure showed that 72% of the public supported his resignation either immediately or after the war ended.</p>

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<p>In contrast, 22% of those questioned during the survey believe that Netanyahu should stay as the PM.&nbsp;</p>

<p style="margin:0cm 0cm 10pt">However, among Netanyahu's supporters, opinions are divided, with 50% agreeing he should resign right away or post-war, while 42% feel he should stay.</p>

<p style="margin:0cm 0cm 10pt"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-are-imposing-sanctions-us-g7-condemn-israels-settlement-expansion-in-west-bank-739997" target="_blank">'We are imposing sanctions': US, G7 condemn Israel's settlement expansion in West Bank</a></strong></p>

<h2 style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><strong>Israelis questioned Netanyahu and hostage deal&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p style="margin:0cm 0cm 10pt">Along with these statistics on Netanyahu, the poll also stated the strong public support for a hostage deal despite some controversial terms that have been raised in light of the most recent negotiations between Israel and Hamas.</p>

<p style="margin:0cm 0cm 10pt">The poll also addressed Israeli public perceptions regarding responsibility for the October 7 attacks.&nbsp;</p>

<p style="margin:0cm 0cm 10pt">Nearly 40% of respondents attribute primary responsibility for mishandling the situation to Netanyahu. Channel 12's poll also highlighted&nbsp;other figures that the Israeli public held&nbsp;accountable: IDF Military Intelligence Directorate head Aharon Haliva, blamed by 18% of respondents; IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi, by 10%; Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) Director Ronen Bar, by 7%; and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, by 4%.</p>

<h2 style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><strong>Over 6,000 Palestinians missing since conflict started</strong></h2>

<p>More than 6,000 Palestinians are reported as missing since the war between Israel and Hamas began on October 7 last year, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) said on Friday (Jul 12).</p>

<p>Citing an ICRC spokesperson, a report by The Guardian said that many Palestinians have been believed to be trapped under debris, buried without identification, or held in Israeli detention while others have been separated from their families.</p>

<p>The ICRC engaged with 7,429 Palestinian families to gather information. Around 2,300 cases were resolved, meaning the families found their loved ones either dead or alive.</p>

<p style="margin:0cm 0cm 10pt"><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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The majority of the Israeli public considers Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu should resign, either immediately or at the end of the war, according to a recent poll conducted by Channel 12 news.

The majority of the Israeli public considers Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu should resign, either immediately or at the end of the war, according to a recent poll conducted by Channel 12 news. The poll states, 44% of respondents feel that Netanyahu should resign immediately, while an additional 28% think he should resign after the war. This collective figure showed that 72% of the public supported his resignation either immediately or after the war ended. × In contrast, 22% of those questioned during the survey believe that Netanyahu should stay as the PM. However, among Netanyahu's supporters, opinions are divided, with 50% agreeing he should resign right away or post-war, while 42% feel he should stay. Also read | 'We are imposing sanctions': US, G7 condemn Israel's settlement expansion in West Bank Israelis questioned Netanyahu and hostage deal Along with these statistics on Netanyahu, the poll also stated the strong public support for a hostage deal despite some controversial terms that have been raised in light of the most recent negotiations between Israel and Hamas. The poll also addressed Israeli public perceptions regarding responsibility for the October 7 attacks. Nearly 40% of respondents attribute primary responsibility for mishandling the situation to Netanyahu. Channel 12's poll also highlighted other figures that the Israeli public held accountable: IDF Military Intelligence Directorate head Aharon Haliva, blamed by 18% of respondents; IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi, by 10%; Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) Director Ronen Bar, by 7%; and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, by 4%. Over 6,000 Palestinians missing since conflict started More than 6,000 Palestinians are reported as missing since the war between Israel and Hamas began on October 7 last year, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) said on Friday (Jul 12). Citing an ICRC spokesperson, a report by The Guardian said that many Palestinians have been believed to be trapped under debris, buried without identification, or held in Israeli detention while others have been separated from their families. The ICRC engaged with 7,429 Palestinian families to gather information. Around 2,300 cases were resolved, meaning the families found their loved ones either dead or alive. (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.

More than 70% of Israelis think Netanyahu should step down: Poll

In light of reports that Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement on a temporary administration plan for Gaza, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reaffirmed that he will not accept any truce pact that jeopardizes Israel's security.

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<p>The United States on Thursday (Jul 11) announced sanctions on three Israelis and five entities it accused of disturbing peace in the occupied West Bank. Of those sanctioned, the most notable is the Lehava organisation led by already-sanctioned Bentzi Gopstein.</p>

<p>"Lehava's members have engaged in repeated acts of violence against Palestinians, often targeting sensitive or volatile areas. Additionally, we are imposing sanctions on four outposts that are owned or controlled by U.S.-designated individuals who have weaponized them as bases for violent actions to displace Palestinians. Outposts like these have been used to disrupt grazing lands, limit access to wells, and launch violent attacks against neighboring Palestinians," said US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller.</p>

<p>Additionally, the Group of Seven (G7) foreign ministers in a statement condemned Israel for legalising five outposts in the West Bank.</p>

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<p>“We reject the Government of Israel's decision to declare over 1.270 hectares of land in the West Bank 'state lands' – the largest declaration of state land since the Oslo Accords – and the decision to expand existing settlements in the occupied West Bank with 5.295 new housing units and to create three new settlements. The Government of Israel's settlement program is inconsistent with international law and counterproductive to the cause of peace,” the foreign&nbsp;ministers of the G7&nbsp;said.</p>

<h2><strong>Israel's outpost expansion in West Bank</strong></h2>

<p>Israel recently expanded its settlements in the West Bank and erected outposts after declaring it "state land." &nbsp;Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich is believed to have spearheaded the expansion efforts.</p>

<p>Smotrich&nbsp;himself approved the construction of new settlements in the territory which are deemed illegal under international law.</p>

<p><strong>Watch: Israel war: Netanyahu's inner circle considers Gallant a renegade, says reports</strong></p>

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<p>Smotrich is also a minister at the Israeli&nbsp;defence ministry and has control over the West Bank’s administration.</p>

<h2><strong>US to provide $100mn assistance to Gaza, West Bank</strong></h2>

<p>The US earlier announced that it would provide the Palestinians in&nbsp;Gaza and the West Bank&nbsp;with an additional $100 million in humanitarian assistance.</p>

<p>"This funding will support USAID's partner the UN World Food Program (WFP) to deliver urgently needed food assistance in Gaza and the West Bank. Nearly the entire population in Gaza is facing emergency levels of food insecurity and is in need of assistance, especially the most vulnerable, including children and pregnant and nursing women," said the US Agency for International Development (USAID) in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Taking the latest financial assistance into account, the total US funding to the Palestinians&nbsp;has now reached $774 million.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The United States on Thursday (Jul 11) announced sanctions on three Israelis and five entities it accused of disturbing peace in the occupied West Bank. Of those sanctioned, the most notable is the Lehava organisation led by already-sanctioned Bentzi Gopstein.

The United States on Thursday (Jul 11) announced sanctions on three Israelis and five entities it accused of disturbing peace in the occupied West Bank. Of those sanctioned, the most notable is the Lehava organisation led by already-sanctioned Bentzi Gopstein. "Lehava's members have engaged in repeated acts of violence against Palestinians, often targeting sensitive or volatile areas. Additionally, we are imposing sanctions on four outposts that are owned or controlled by U.S.-designated individuals who have weaponized them as bases for violent actions to displace Palestinians. Outposts like these have been used to disrupt grazing lands, limit access to wells, and launch violent attacks against neighboring Palestinians," said US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller. Additionally, the Group of Seven (G7) foreign ministers in a statement condemned Israel for legalising five outposts in the West Bank. Also read: Name of country that supplied weapons for deadly Israeli strike killing 31 in Gaza school REVEALED “We reject the Government of Israel's decision to declare over 1.270 hectares of land in the West Bank 'state lands' – the largest declaration of state land since the Oslo Accords – and the decision to expand existing settlements in the occupied West Bank with 5.295 new housing units and to create three new settlements. The Government of Israel's settlement program is inconsistent with international law and counterproductive to the cause of peace,” the foreign ministers of the G7 said. Israel's outpost expansion in West Bank Israel recently expanded its settlements in the West Bank and erected outposts after declaring it "state land." Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich is believed to have spearheaded the expansion efforts. Smotrich himself approved the construction of new settlements in the territory which are deemed illegal under international law. Watch: Israel war: Netanyahu's inner circle considers Gallant a renegade, says reports × Smotrich is also a minister at the Israeli defence ministry and has control over the West Bank’s administration. US to provide $100mn assistance to Gaza, West Bank The US earlier announced that it would provide the Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank with an additional $100 million in humanitarian assistance. "This funding will support USAID's partner the UN World Food Program (WFP) to deliver urgently needed food assistance in Gaza and the West Bank. Nearly the entire population in Gaza is facing emergency levels of food insecurity and is in need of assistance, especially the most vulnerable, including children and pregnant and nursing women," said the US Agency for International Development (USAID) in a statement. Taking the latest financial assistance into account, the total US funding to the Palestinians has now reached $774 million. (With inputs from agencies)

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Palestinians recently freed from the IDF detention have claimed that Israeli authorities are engaging in systematic abuse of those in captivity. The allegations leveled up by these former detainees include intimidation harassment assault and even the withholding of vital medical treatment.

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The Israeli military acknowledged Thursday it had failed a Kibbutz where more than 100 people died during Hamas' Oct. 7 attacks after an internal probe found serious flaws in troops' conduct. Watch in for more details!

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Reports have suggested major cracks in Israel's war cabinet. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's close associates have reportedly been deliberating the possible ouster of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. Watch in for more details!

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