Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will soon face a crucial legislative test in the Israeli Knesset. The outcome is expected to have repercussions for his coalition government and it also will affect its war against Hamas.

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Houthi rebels have claimed one of their most significant strikes since they started mounting attacks at ships in the Red Sea. The Iran linked Rebels have targeted two US ships in the Gulf of Aden, they claim the hits were accurate. Watch to know more!

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The two military conscription laws that may soon reach the Knesset could have profound political, security and social implications which may both endanger Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition and affect how it continues to run the war against Hamas.

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The United Nation's top court is holding hearings on the legal consequences of Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories since 1967. An unprecedented 52 countries are expected to give evidence; nations including Russia, United States and China will address judges in a week long session at International Court of Justice in Hague. Watch to know more!

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Israel's Army pressed on Sunday with its campaign in southern Gaza to destroy Hamas as prospects dimmed for a ceasefire in the war which has carried on for over 4 months now. Israel has concentrated its military operations in Khan Yunis towards the south of Gaza, the hometown of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar whom it accuses of masterminding the October 7 attack on Israel. Pressure is mounting on Israel for ceasefire. Brazil President has linked Israel's war on Hamas equal to Holocast. Several leaders from the United States, Australia, Canada, UK, EU, Jordan joined growing calls for Israel to pause and back off from a planned ground offensive in the southern Gazan city of Rafah, urging a humanitarian ceasefire. But are prospects dim for truce in the Israel-Hamas war? Watch to know more!

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Israel warns of military expansion in Rafah if hostages not returned before ramadan. Netanyahu agrees to limit Arab-Israeli worshipers on temple mount during holy month. Meanwhile, Palestine Health Officials say that overnight strikes in Gaza killed more than 100 Palestinians, taking the death toll past 29,000.

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Pressure is mounting on Israel for ceasefire. Brazil President has linked Israel's war on Hamas equal to Holocast. Several leaders from the United States, Australia, Canada, UK, EU, Jordan joined growing calls for Israel to pause and back off from a planned ground offensive in the southern Gazan city of Rafah, urging a humanitarian ceasefire. But are prospects dim for truce in the Israel-Hamas war?

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Israel’s military operations in Gaza have taken an unprecedented turn. Netanyahu’s eyes are now on Rafah – and millions of Palestinian refugees at risk. Watch this video to know more.

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The show Israel's Army pressed on Sunday with its campaign in southern Gaza to destroy Hamas as prospects dimmed for a ceasefire. In the more than 4-month old conflict Israel has concentrated its military operations in Khan Younis the hometown of Hamas in Gaza.

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Egypt constructing wall near its border with Gaza strip. Israeli troops launch raid on Nasser hospital in southern Gaza. Staff say one person killed and eight injured in attack as un aid chief warns Rafah offensive could cause refugee exodus into Egypt.

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For almost half a century, the Camp David Accords signed in 1978 between Egypt and Israel, has been viewed by many as a cornerstone of regional stability. But after Israel attacked Rafah and with the risk of Israel's invasion increasing, Egypt threatened to suspend the peace treaty it signed in 1979. Let's rewind and tell you about how the peace treaty came into force and what will be the implication of the Israel-Hamas war on it now?

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Four months into the war in Gaza, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that he had ordered the military to develop a plan to evacuate the population of Rafah and destroy four Hamas battalions that Israel says are deployed there. But the big question is what will happen if a ground invasion takes place? Where will 1.2 million trapped Gazans flee now? As diseases spread in overcrowded Rafah, we take you inside the last refuge of Gazans.

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Israel has sent negotiators for truce talks in Cairo as requested by U.S. President Joe Biden but they did not go back for further talks because Hamas' demands were "delusional," Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Saturday.

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<p>The US has signalled it would veto an Algerian push at the UN Security Council (UNSC) to demand an urgent ceasefire in the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. The vote at the 15-member body is scheduled to take place on Tuesday (Feb 20) and the draft of the proposal was put forward two weeks ago. US Ambassador to the UN Linda Thomas-Greenfield said the text could sabotage ongoing “sensitive negotiations” aimed at hammering out a peace deal.</p>

<p>For Algeria’s proposal to get adopted, at least nine members need to vote in favour, in addition to no vetoes by the permanent members—US, UK, China, Russia and France.</p>

<p>“The United States does not support action on this draft resolution. Should it come up for a vote as drafted, it will not be adopted,” Thomas-Greenfield said&nbsp;in a statement Saturday.</p>

<h2><strong>US already vetoed two proposals</strong></h2>

<p>Since the war in Gaza began after the Oct 7 attacks by Hamas terrorists, the US has vetoed two proposals aimed at forcing a humanitarian peace deal. The US has abstained twice when proposals were tabled regarding boosting humanitarian aid to Gaza and calling for urgent and extended humanitarian pauses in the fighting.</p>

<h2><strong>What negotiations are going on?</strong></h2>

<p>As per media reports, the US diplomats are engaging intensely with those from Israel, Qatar and Egypt to seek a peace deal and secure the release of hostages held by Hamas.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Israel-Hamas war: Satellite images show construction of wall on Egypt-Rafah border</strong></p>

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<p>“It is critical that other parties give this process the best odds of succeeding, rather than push measures that put it – and the opportunity for an enduring resolution of hostilities – in jeopardy,” Thomas-Greenfield was quoted as saying.</p>

<h2><strong>Arab nations support Algerian proposal</strong></h2>

<p>Last Wednesday, several Arab nations showed confidence in the Algerian proposal amid the looming ground invasion of Rafah by Israel.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a data-jsarwt="1" data-usg="AOvVaw0hfWxzTo0MqJFhexYEu8pd" data-ved="2ahUKEwiGt5L93rSEAxXexzgGHRJHAjIQxfQBKAB6BAgHEAE" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/prospects-for-new-pause-in-gaza-war-not-promising-qatar-691370" jsname="YKoRaf">Prospects for new pause in Gaza war not promising: Qatar</a></strong></p>

<p>In a press briefing alongside other members, Palestinian ambassador to the United Nations, Riyad Mansour, urged the UN to act and said the group believes there is “massive” support for the proposed resolution.</p>

<p>The US maintains all nations should act together to further build pressure on Hamas and convince it to accept the offer on the table.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The US has signalled it would veto an Algerian push at the UN Security Council (UNSC) to demand an urgent ceasefire in the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. The vote at the 15-member body is scheduled to take place on Tuesday (Feb 20) and the draft of the proposal was put forward two weeks ago.

The US has signalled it would veto an Algerian push at the UN Security Council (UNSC) to demand an urgent ceasefire in the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. The vote at the 15-member body is scheduled to take place on Tuesday (Feb 20) and the draft of the proposal was put forward two weeks ago. US Ambassador to the UN Linda Thomas-Greenfield said the text could sabotage ongoing “sensitive negotiations” aimed at hammering out a peace deal. For Algeria’s proposal to get adopted, at least nine members need to vote in favour, in addition to no vetoes by the permanent members—US, UK, China, Russia and France. “The United States does not support action on this draft resolution. Should it come up for a vote as drafted, it will not be adopted,” Thomas-Greenfield said in a statement Saturday. US already vetoed two proposals Since the war in Gaza began after the Oct 7 attacks by Hamas terrorists, the US has vetoed two proposals aimed at forcing a humanitarian peace deal. The US has abstained twice when proposals were tabled regarding boosting humanitarian aid to Gaza and calling for urgent and extended humanitarian pauses in the fighting. What negotiations are going on? As per media reports, the US diplomats are engaging intensely with those from Israel, Qatar and Egypt to seek a peace deal and secure the release of hostages held by Hamas. Watch: Israel-Hamas war: Satellite images show construction of wall on Egypt-Rafah border × “It is critical that other parties give this process the best odds of succeeding, rather than push measures that put it – and the opportunity for an enduring resolution of hostilities – in jeopardy,” Thomas-Greenfield was quoted as saying. Arab nations support Algerian proposal Last Wednesday, several Arab nations showed confidence in the Algerian proposal amid the looming ground invasion of Rafah by Israel. Also read: Prospects for new pause in Gaza war not promising: Qatar In a press briefing alongside other members, Palestinian ambassador to the United Nations, Riyad Mansour, urged the UN to act and said the group believes there is “massive” support for the proposed resolution. The US maintains all nations should act together to further build pressure on Hamas and convince it to accept the offer on the table. (With inputs from agencies)

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