US and British warplanes carried out fresh air strikes in small towns of Yemen hitting port cities in towns killing at least 11 and injuring 14 others. The strikes follow the first civilian fatalities in vessel loss since the Houthis began attacking commercial ships back in November.

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UN special representative on sexual violence in Conflict informed the UN Security Council that they are reasonable grounds to believe that Conflict-related sexual violence including rape and gang rape occurred on October 7th. Watch to know more.

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An annual threat assessment compiling US intelligence warned that Israel will be challenged by Hamas for years to come, as the country continues its military campaign aimed at destroying the Gaza-ruling terror group in response to its devastating October 7 attack on southern Israel.

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Netanyahu coalition is in jeopardy, the latest report by the US office of National Intelligence, says Israel's coalition government is in turbulence. The Prime Minister is facing heat over his hardline policies.

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A ship belonging to Spanish aid group Open Arms and carrying 200 tons of food aid has made a pilot voyage to Gaza from nearby Cyprus. Watch in for more details!

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UN's special representative on sexual violence in conflict informed the UN Security Council that there are 'reasonable grounds' to believe that conflict-related sexual violence, including rape and gang rape occurred on October 7.

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Palestinians are preparing for the holy month of Ramadan in the shadow of the ongoing war in Gaza. Thousands of Israeli police have been deployed around the narrow streets of Jerusalem where tens of thousands of worshippers are expected every day at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound. Watch to know more!

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Palestinians prepared for Ramadan in sombre mood with heightened security measures by Israeli police and the spectre of war and hunger in Gaza overshadowing the normally festive Muslim holy month as talks to secure a ceasefire stalled.

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Celebrities showed up to the red carpet for the 96th Academy Awards wearing red pins in support of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas as a protest delayed stars' arrivals.

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<p>Israel was verifying if Marwan Issa, the second-highest military leader of Hamas died in an air strike in Gaza, as the talks for a ceasefire during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan continued to stumble.&nbsp;</p>

<p>If Marwan Issa is confirmed dead, it would be the highest-ranking official from Hamas in over five-month war that has killed tens of thousands in Gaza, the blockaded Palestinian enclave.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Could Marwan Issa be dead?</strong></h2>

<p>On March 9 (Saturday), Israel bombed the Al-Nusseirat camp in central Gaza, Israeli Army Radio reported. The Israeli side reportedly had intelligence about the location of Issa, who leads the Hamas military wing called Izz el-Deen al-Qassam brigades.</p>

<p>A total of five people were killed in the bombing of Al-Nusseirat camp, Israeli Army Radio reported.</p>

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<p>A day later, while Israel said its forces had killed militants in central Gaza, it did not mention if or not Issa was among those dead.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Issa features high on Israel's list of most-wanted leaders. He features together with the Hamas military wing head Mohammed Deif and Hamas's Gaza leader Yahya Sinwar, who are accused of masterminding the Oct 7 attack that triggered the currently ongoing conflict.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What Issa's death could mean for Israel-Hamas war?</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Issa's death would bring Israel closer to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's purported goal of 'decimating Hamas'. But it would also complicate the efforts to secure a ceasefire and a prisoner-hostage exchange. The talks for a ceasefire are ongoing through Egyptian and Qatari mediators.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Hamas militants attacked southern Israel on October 7 and killed around 1200 people and took 253 hostages, according to the Israeli tallies. The consequent war has killed more than 31,000 Palestinians and injured about 73,000, according to the Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The conflict has displaced most of Gaza's 2.3 million people, with many cramped into makeshift tents in southern Rafah city.</p>

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Israel was verifying if Marwan Issa, the second-highest military leader of Hamas died in an air strike in Gaza, as the talks for a ceasefire during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan continued to stumble.

Israel was verifying if Marwan Issa, the second-highest military leader of Hamas died in an air strike in Gaza, as the talks for a ceasefire during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan continued to stumble. If Marwan Issa is confirmed dead, it would be the highest-ranking official from Hamas in over five-month war that has killed tens of thousands in Gaza, the blockaded Palestinian enclave. Could Marwan Issa be dead? On March 9 (Saturday), Israel bombed the Al-Nusseirat camp in central Gaza, Israeli Army Radio reported. The Israeli side reportedly had intelligence about the location of Issa, who leads the Hamas military wing called Izz el-Deen al-Qassam brigades. A total of five people were killed in the bombing of Al-Nusseirat camp, Israeli Army Radio reported. Also read | Ramadan begins without ceasefire: What it means for Gaza and rest of the region - Top points A day later, while Israel said its forces had killed militants in central Gaza, it did not mention if or not Issa was among those dead. Issa features high on Israel's list of most-wanted leaders. He features together with the Hamas military wing head Mohammed Deif and Hamas's Gaza leader Yahya Sinwar, who are accused of masterminding the Oct 7 attack that triggered the currently ongoing conflict. What Issa's death could mean for Israel-Hamas war? Issa's death would bring Israel closer to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's purported goal of 'decimating Hamas'. But it would also complicate the efforts to secure a ceasefire and a prisoner-hostage exchange. The talks for a ceasefire are ongoing through Egyptian and Qatari mediators. Also read | Son of Hamas Deputy Commander Marwan Issa killed in Israeli airstrike: Reports Hamas militants attacked southern Israel on October 7 and killed around 1200 people and took 253 hostages, according to the Israeli tallies. The consequent war has killed more than 31,000 Palestinians and injured about 73,000, according to the Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza. Also watch | Gravitas | Will Putin emerge as the winner in Gaza war? × The conflict has displaced most of Gaza's 2.3 million people, with many cramped into makeshift tents in southern Rafah city. 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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Thousands of Israelis took to the streets in Israeli cities to demonstrate for the release of the hostages held by the militant Palestinian organization Hamas and against the government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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Latest in Israel-Hamas war: Protestors condemn the situation in Gaza. Israeli activists express concerns against government. Distress over civilian casualties in Gaza. Watch to know more!

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Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protested outside the Doby Theater. The security was tightened as protests against the Israel-Gaza War reached the Oscars of 2024 when the biggest Hollywood stars were present for the 96th Academy Awards.

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<p>At least five individuals lost their lives on Saturday (Mar 9) as a result of an Israeli airstrike on a residence in southern Lebanon, media reports said.&nbsp;The strike targeted a house in the Khirbet Selm area, claiming the lives of a family of four. This included two children and their parents as well as another individual. This comes as the ongoing violence has raised concerns of a&nbsp;potential broader conflict, exacerbating the already volatile situation in the region amid the Israel-Hamas conflict and a ceasefire talk that has not seen any progress so far.</p>

<p>Tragically, the mother, in the incident that took place Saturday (Mar 9), was also pregnant. The attack left the house completely demolished and caused injuries to at least nine others residing nearby, as per the report. This comes as Hezbollah reportedly launched heavy-caliber missiles targeting Israeli military outposts. Israel, in turn, continued its airstrikes in southern Lebanon, causing further destruction.</p>

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<p>Tensions between Lebanon's Hezbollah movement, backed by Iran, and Israel have been escalating. Both sides have&nbsp;engaged&nbsp;in deadly cross-border exchanges since the onset of the conflict between Israel and Hamas in the besieged territory of Gaza.</p>

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<p>The toll in&nbsp;the conflict since October has been mounting. Lebanon has reportedly witnessed the loss of 312 lives, primarily Hezbollah fighters, and 56 civilians. On the other hand, Israel has reported casualties of at least 10 soldiers and seven civilians.</p>

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<p>The humanitarian situation in the region continues to remain dire, with the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) facing funding challenges amid the crisis. However, there have been recent pledges from countries like Sweden and Canada to resume aid to UNRWA, providing some relief amidst the turmoil.</p>

<h2><strong>5 killed during airdrop</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>A medical professional at Gaza's largest hospital reported that a humanitarian airdrop in the northern region of the Palestinian territory resulted in the deaths of five individuals, including two young boys, and injuries to 10 others.</p>

<p>The casualties were transported to Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City for treatment.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Countries such as the United States and Jordan have been conducting airdrops in northern Gaza, where a large population is facing severe hardships following over five months of conflict. However, a Jordanian military personnel reportedly said that Jordan was not involved in the fatal airdrop. The United States has also denied responsibility for the airdrop that led to the 5 deaths.</p>

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At least five individuals lost their lives on Saturday (Mar 9) as a result of an Israeli airstrike on a residence in southern Lebanon, media reports said. The strike targeted a house in the Khirbet Selm area, claiming the lives of a family of four.

At least five individuals lost their lives on Saturday (Mar 9) as a result of an Israeli airstrike on a residence in southern Lebanon, media reports said. The strike targeted a house in the Khirbet Selm area, claiming the lives of a family of four. This included two children and their parents as well as another individual. This comes as the ongoing violence has raised concerns of a potential broader conflict, exacerbating the already volatile situation in the region amid the Israel-Hamas conflict and a ceasefire talk that has not seen any progress so far. Tragically, the mother, in the incident that took place Saturday (Mar 9), was also pregnant. The attack left the house completely demolished and caused injuries to at least nine others residing nearby, as per the report. This comes as Hezbollah reportedly launched heavy-caliber missiles targeting Israeli military outposts. Israel, in turn, continued its airstrikes in southern Lebanon, causing further destruction. Also Read | Israel-Hamas war: Netanyahu's approach 'hurting Israel more than helping it', says Biden Tensions between Lebanon's Hezbollah movement, backed by Iran, and Israel have been escalating. Both sides have engaged in deadly cross-border exchanges since the onset of the conflict between Israel and Hamas in the besieged territory of Gaza. Also Read | Gunmen abduct 15 pupils from Nigeria school as search continues for 300 others The toll in the conflict since October has been mounting. Lebanon has reportedly witnessed the loss of 312 lives, primarily Hezbollah fighters, and 56 civilians. On the other hand, Israel has reported casualties of at least 10 soldiers and seven civilians. Watch | Israel war: Anti-govt protest flare up in Tel Aviv, mega rally for release of hostages × The humanitarian situation in the region continues to remain dire, with the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) facing funding challenges amid the crisis. However, there have been recent pledges from countries like Sweden and Canada to resume aid to UNRWA, providing some relief amidst the turmoil. 5 killed during airdrop A medical professional at Gaza's largest hospital reported that a humanitarian airdrop in the northern region of the Palestinian territory resulted in the deaths of five individuals, including two young boys, and injuries to 10 others. The casualties were transported to Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City for treatment. Countries such as the United States and Jordan have been conducting airdrops in northern Gaza, where a large population is facing severe hardships following over five months of conflict. However, a Jordanian military personnel reportedly said that Jordan was not involved in the fatal airdrop. The United States has also denied responsibility for the airdrop that led to the 5 deaths. (With inputs from agencies)

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