IDF uncovers tunnel near Al-Shifa hospital. Defence Forces in Gaza have been forced to contend with a sophisticated maze of underground tunnels and bunkers built by Hamas military experts.

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After 40 days of the Israel-Hamas war, anti-Netanyahu sentiments seem to be growing. The country's opposition is asking Netanyahu to step down. Protesters are slamming him for delay in securing the release of hostages.

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Defence Forces in Gaza have been forced to contend with a sophisticated maze of underground tunnels and bunkers built by Hamas military experts.

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The much-anticipated meet between US President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping has concluded. Detailing the progress, the two leaders had made, President Joe Biden addressed the media, saying both nations have agreed to resume military-to-military communication and cooperate on anti-drug policies.

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Iran denied claims that it participated in the major attack on Israel by the Palestinian Islamist terror group Hamas, calling them absurd and now the Supreme leader Khamenei refused Hamas' request to join the war.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in an interview on Thursday (Nov 16) that Israel is aiming at "minimal civilian casualties", but he also admitted that they have unfortunately been unsuccessful.&nbsp;

During an interview with CBS News, he said that the Palestine-based militant organisation Hamas "doesn't give a hoot" about the civilians.&nbsp;

He said, "We'll try to finish that job with minimal civilian casualties, that's what we're trying to do, minimal civilian casualties, but unfortunately we're not successful."&nbsp;

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Netanyahu said that the overall military responsibility of Israel is to "prevent the re-emergence of terror" in Gaza. He denied reoccupation of the coastal enclave.

Hamas, a militant group which has been designated a terrorist organisation by many Western nations, launched an unprecedented attack on Oct 7. As per Israeli authorities, the attack killed over 1,200 people and around 200 were taken as hostages. &nbsp;

Watch: Israel's opposition asks Netanyahu to resign&nbsp;

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On being asked about the possibility of a hostage deal with Hamas leaders, Netanyahu said that the return of the hostages is one of Israel's main goals in the war, besides destroying Hamas and ensuring "that terrorist threat never rises again from Gaza, and that Gaza has a different future".&nbsp;

He said, "We are closer than before we began the ground action."&nbsp;

"The ground action has put pressure on Hamas to achieve a ceasefire. We'll have a temporary ceasefire if we can get our hostages. I don't think it serves that purpose for me to elaborate further on that," he added.&nbsp;

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<h2>Intel about hostages at Al-Shifa hospital&nbsp;</h2>

Netanyahu also said that there were "strong indications" that hostages held by Hamas were at Gaza's Al-Shifa Hospital, but they were no longer there when the Israeli military launched a ground operation there earlier this week.&nbsp;

"We had strong indications that they were held in the Shifa Hospital, which is one of the reasons we entered the hospital," Netanyahu told the media outlet.&nbsp;

He said, "If they were [there], they were taken out, further adding that his government has "intelligence about the hostages," but declined to be more specific.

"The less I say about it, the better," he said. &nbsp;

(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.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in an interview on Thursday (Nov 16) that Israel is aiming at "minimal civilian casualties", but he also admitted that they have unfortunately been unsuccessful.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in an interview on Thursday (Nov 16) that Israel is aiming at "minimal civilian casualties", but he also admitted that they have unfortunately been unsuccessful. During an interview with CBS News, he said that the Palestine-based militant organisation Hamas "doesn't give a hoot" about the civilians. He said, "We'll try to finish that job with minimal civilian casualties, that's what we're trying to do, minimal civilian casualties, but unfortunately we're not successful." Also read: Israel uncovers Hamas tunnel at Al-Shifa Hospital; finds body of 65-year-old kidnapped during Oct 7 attack Netanyahu said that the overall military responsibility of Israel is to "prevent the re-emergence of terror" in Gaza. He denied reoccupation of the coastal enclave. Hamas, a militant group which has been designated a terrorist organisation by many Western nations, launched an unprecedented attack on Oct 7. As per Israeli authorities, the attack killed over 1,200 people and around 200 were taken as hostages. Watch: Israel's opposition asks Netanyahu to resign × On being asked about the possibility of a hostage deal with Hamas leaders, Netanyahu said that the return of the hostages is one of Israel's main goals in the war, besides destroying Hamas and ensuring "that terrorist threat never rises again from Gaza, and that Gaza has a different future". He said, "We are closer than before we began the ground action." "The ground action has put pressure on Hamas to achieve a ceasefire. We'll have a temporary ceasefire if we can get our hostages. I don't think it serves that purpose for me to elaborate further on that," he added. Also read: There is 'deliberate attempt' to 'paralyse' our work in Gaza, says UN agency Intel about hostages at Al-Shifa hospital Netanyahu also said that there were "strong indications" that hostages held by Hamas were at Gaza's Al-Shifa Hospital, but they were no longer there when the Israeli military launched a ground operation there earlier this week. "We had strong indications that they were held in the Shifa Hospital, which is one of the reasons we entered the hospital," Netanyahu told the media outlet. He said, "If they were [there], they were taken out, further adding that his government has "intelligence about the hostages," but declined to be more specific. "The less I say about it, the better," he said. (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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Amid reports accusing Israel of using white phosphorous in Gaza, Syria has demanded probe. Syria's UN Envoy has called for Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) to probe Israel's alleged use of these banned chemical weapons in Gaza and Lebanon.

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As the Israel-Hamas war continues to rapidly turn into a humongous humanitarian crisis, voices across the globe continue to call for an immediate ceasefire.

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Israeli opposition leader Yair Lapid has demanded Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's immediate resignation, stressing the need for prompt political change amid the ongoing conflict with Hamas.

In an interview with Israeli news channel N12, Lapid stated, "Netanyahu should leave immediately... We need change; Netanyahu cannot remain prime minister."

Expressing concerns about the prime minister's loss of public trust, Lapid said&nbsp;that conducting a lengthy campaign under such circumstances is untenable.

He criticised Israeli leaders for their perceived failure to prevent the surprise attack by Hamas on October 7, reported AFP.

Following the attack, Netanyahu and another opposition leader, Benny Gantz, announced an agreement to establish an "emergency government" for the war's duration.

Despite leading Israel's coalition government before Netanyahu's return to power last year, Lapid refrained from calling for the prime minister's resignation until now.

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<h2>No-confidence vote proposal</h2>

Lapid did not advocate for early elections but proposed a no-confidence vote in parliament, aiming to facilitate the formation of a new government within Netanyahu's Likud party.

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He suggested a national reconstruction effort led by another Likud member, stating, "This is not the time to hold elections; we should opt for a national reconstruction with another prime minister from Likud."

In response, Likud rejected the proposal, deeming it inappropriate during a time of war. The party issued a statement on Telegram dismissing Lapid's call for change.

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)

Israeli opposition leader Yair Lapid has demanded Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's immediate resignation, stressing the need for prompt political change amid the ongoing conflict with Hamas.

Israeli opposition leader Yair Lapid has demanded Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's immediate resignation, stressing the need for prompt political change amid the ongoing conflict with Hamas. In an interview with Israeli news channel N12, Lapid stated, "Netanyahu should leave immediately... We need change; Netanyahu cannot remain prime minister." Expressing concerns about the prime minister's loss of public trust, Lapid said that conducting a lengthy campaign under such circumstances is untenable. He criticised Israeli leaders for their perceived failure to prevent the surprise attack by Hamas on October 7, reported AFP. Following the attack, Netanyahu and another opposition leader, Benny Gantz, announced an agreement to establish an "emergency government" for the war's duration. Despite leading Israel's coalition government before Netanyahu's return to power last year, Lapid refrained from calling for the prime minister's resignation until now. Also read | Hamas agrees to tentative deal to free at least 50 hostages in exchange for multi-day truce: Reports No-confidence vote proposal Lapid did not advocate for early elections but proposed a no-confidence vote in parliament, aiming to facilitate the formation of a new government within Netanyahu's Likud party. Also watch | Israel withdraws from Al-Shifa hospital after raiding & combing through it He suggested a national reconstruction effort led by another Likud member, stating, "This is not the time to hold elections; we should opt for a national reconstruction with another prime minister from Likud." In response, Likud rejected the proposal, deeming it inappropriate during a time of war. The party issued a statement on Telegram dismissing Lapid's call for change. 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)

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As the chorus grows for a ceasefire in Gaza, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has hinted at a possible deal to free hostages being held by Hamas. It comes as the U.S. leads talks between Israel and Qatar, which is communicating with Hamas. In fact, on Sunday, President Joe Biden dialled Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and discussed urgent ongoing efforts to secure the release of hostages.

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The situation in Gaza is deteriorating by the hour as Israeli forces continue their mission to wipe out Hamas. Intense fighting has gripped the streets of Gaza as Israeli forces marched their way into bases they say are operated by Hamas but in all of this it is the civilians who are paying the ultimate price.

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Qatar has called on Israel and Hamas to reach an agreement on releasing hostages seized in the October 7 attack.

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According to the Israeli military, they found evidence that Hamas used Gaza's al-Shifa hospital as an operational base and storage site for weapons and explosives.

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The Gaza house of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, who is living a lavish life in Qatar, has been pounded by Israeli Defence Forces as the country continues to root out the infrastructure used by the militant group. "Overnight, IDF fighter jets struck the residence of Ismail Haniyeh, the Head of Hamas’ Political Bureau," the Israeli Defence Forces wrote while sharing a video on X social media platform.&nbsp;

The video purportedly showed Haniyeh's house in what seemed like satellite footage.&nbsp;

WION earlier did an <a href="https://www.wionews.com/middle-east/explained-who-is-ismail-haniyeh-hamas-leader-who-masterminded-attack-on-israel-while-sitting-in-doha-646481">explainer on the Hamas leader Haniyeh </a>who reportedly masterminded the October 7 attack on Israel. Earlier, his video, where he was seen celebrating the attack while sitting in Doha, went viral on social media.&nbsp;As per the Israeli forces, Haniyeh's house in Gaza was used as "terrorist infrastructure."&nbsp;

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IDF further added that the residence was being used as a "meeting point for Hamas’ senior leaders to direct terrorist attacks against Israel."&nbsp;

As per the latest report, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in a conversation with the Hamas chief Haniyeh, reportedly said that Tehran will not directly enter the ongoing war in the West Asian region.&nbsp;

In mid-October, Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian also held a meeting with Hamas politburo chief Haniyeh in Doha where the two were seen having a candid conversation with each other, raising eyebrows of many as Iran is well-known for lending its support to the militant group.&nbsp;

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<h2>Israel striking Hamas hide-outs&nbsp;</h2>

The Israeli Army has been releasing videos that purportedly show the forces bombarding the Hamas hide-outs inside Gaza hospitals. It also announced on Thursday (Nov 16) that Israeli forces have successfully seized&nbsp;the Hamas-operated Gaza Harbour.

"Disguised as a civilian area, the harbour was used by Hamas as a training facility for their naval commando forces to plan and execute terrorist attacks. During the operation, conducted by soldiers of the 188th Armored Corps' Brigade and Flotilla 13, numerous terrorist tunnel entrances and terrorist infrastructures were destroyed," the army said.&nbsp;

The death toll in the Hamas war is continuously seeing an uptick. The Gazan health ministry reportedly said that over 11,240 people were killed in Gaza amid Israeli air strikes. It included over 4,500 children.

Meanwhile, in Israel, the death toll from Hamas' onslaught on the Jewish nation is over 1,200.

(With inputs from agencies)

The Gaza house of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, who is living a lavish life in Qatar, has been pounded by Israeli Defence Forces as the country continues to root out the infrastructure used by the militant group.

The Gaza house of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, who is living a lavish life in Qatar, has been pounded by Israeli Defence Forces as the country continues to root out the infrastructure used by the militant group. "Overnight, IDF fighter jets struck the residence of Ismail Haniyeh, the Head of Hamas’ Political Bureau," the Israeli Defence Forces wrote while sharing a video on X social media platform. The video purportedly showed Haniyeh's house in what seemed like satellite footage. WION earlier did an explainer on the Hamas leader Haniyeh who reportedly masterminded the October 7 attack on Israel. Earlier, his video, where he was seen celebrating the attack while sitting in Doha, went viral on social media. As per the Israeli forces, Haniyeh's house in Gaza was used as "terrorist infrastructure." Also Read | Canada won’t resume trade talks with India unless Modi govt cooperates in Nijjar killing probe: Minister IDF further added that the residence was being used as a "meeting point for Hamas’ senior leaders to direct terrorist attacks against Israel." As per the latest report, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in a conversation with the Hamas chief Haniyeh, reportedly said that Tehran will not directly enter the ongoing war in the West Asian region. In mid-October, Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian also held a meeting with Hamas politburo chief Haniyeh in Doha where the two were seen having a candid conversation with each other, raising eyebrows of many as Iran is well-known for lending its support to the militant group. Also Read | US makes biggest seizure of fake luxury goods at $1 billion in New York Israel striking Hamas hide-outs The Israeli Army has been releasing videos that purportedly show the forces bombarding the Hamas hide-outs inside Gaza hospitals. It also announced on Thursday (Nov 16) that Israeli forces have successfully seized the Hamas-operated Gaza Harbour. "Disguised as a civilian area, the harbour was used by Hamas as a training facility for their naval commando forces to plan and execute terrorist attacks. During the operation, conducted by soldiers of the 188th Armored Corps' Brigade and Flotilla 13, numerous terrorist tunnel entrances and terrorist infrastructures were destroyed," the army said. The death toll in the Hamas war is continuously seeing an uptick. The Gazan health ministry reportedly said that over 11,240 people were killed in Gaza amid Israeli air strikes. It included over 4,500 children. Meanwhile, in Israel, the death toll from Hamas' onslaught on the Jewish nation is over 1,200. (With inputs from agencies)

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Amid the relentless bombardment of Gaza by Israel, reports suggest that Hamas has agreed to a deal to release 50 hostages in exchange for a three-day pause in hostilities. Reports claim that under the deal, Israel will release a number of Palestinian women and children it has jailed besides allowing humanitarian aid into Gaza .

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The situation in Gaza is deteriorating by the hour as Israeli forces continue their mission to wipe out Hamas. Intense fighting has gripped the streets of Gaza as Israeli forces marched their way into bases they say are operated by Hamas but in all of this it is the civilians who are paying the ultimate price. Watch Biden speak about it in this report.

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South Africa wants the International Criminal Court to investigate Israel for alleged war crimes on the Gaza strip. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said, Gaza is now turned into a concentration camp, where a genocide is taking place.

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The war is raging between Israel and Hamas and attacks from both sides are intensifying. It's now many days since Israel declared war on Hamas after an unprecedented ground air and sea assault by the militants over the weekend. The death toll continues to mount on both sides.

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