<p>The health ministry in Hamas-run Gaza said Monday that an Israeli operation launched in Khan Yunis has killed 70 people and wounded more than 200 others, a toll AFP could not immediately verify.</p>

<p>"Due to the Israeli occupation's attacks and massacres in Khan Yunis governorate from the early hours of this morning until now, 70 people have been martyred and more than 200 wounded," the ministry said in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Israeli military did not offer comment on the toll, when asked by AFP.</p>

<p>But in a statement, the military said its fighter jets and tanks "struck and eliminated terrorists in the area".</p>

<p>It said forces targeted more than "30 terror infrastructure" sites in Khan Yunis.</p>

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<p>Israeli warplanes also hit a weapons storage facility, observation posts, tunnel shafts and structures used by Hamas militants, it added.</p>

<p>Earlier on Monday, the military ordered Gazans to leave the eastern part of a designated humanitarian zone in Khan Yunis, saying it was preparing to "forcefully operate" there after rockets were fired from the area.</p>

<p>In recent months, the Israeli army has launched intense military operations in several areas of Gaza that were previously declared free of Hamas militants.</p>

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The health ministry in Hamas-run Gaza said Monday that an Israeli operation launched in Khan Yunis has killed 70 people and wounded more than 200 others, a toll AFP could not immediately verify.

The health ministry in Hamas-run Gaza said Monday that an Israeli operation launched in Khan Yunis has killed 70 people and wounded more than 200 others, a toll AFP could not immediately verify. "Due to the Israeli occupation's attacks and massacres in Khan Yunis governorate from the early hours of this morning until now, 70 people have been martyred and more than 200 wounded," the ministry said in a statement. The Israeli military did not offer comment on the toll, when asked by AFP. But in a statement, the military said its fighter jets and tanks "struck and eliminated terrorists in the area". It said forces targeted more than "30 terror infrastructure" sites in Khan Yunis. Watch | Israel-Hamas war: Financial crisis cripples Palestine × Israeli warplanes also hit a weapons storage facility, observation posts, tunnel shafts and structures used by Hamas militants, it added. Earlier on Monday, the military ordered Gazans to leave the eastern part of a designated humanitarian zone in Khan Yunis, saying it was preparing to "forcefully operate" there after rockets were fired from the area. In recent months, the Israeli army has launched intense military operations in several areas of Gaza that were previously declared free of Hamas militants. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Israel-Hamas war: Health ministry claims 70 killed in Israeli strikes on Khan Yunis

<p>Iran and Israel appeared to step back from the brink of broader conflict amid ongoing tensions in the West Asian region. There was no escalation as previously expected after Israel's alleged missile attack deep inside Iran.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Israel has not taken responsibility for the attack, but satellite photos taken on Monday suggest that the strike targeting Iran’s central city of Isfahan hit a radar system for a Russian-made air defence battery. The report contradicts Iranian officials' statements that there's no damage in the assault.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The New York Times reported that a high-tech missile was used by Israel. It was able to evade Iran's radar systems. The report claimed that the alleged attack was a warning for Iran to think "twice before launching a direct attack on Israel in future".&nbsp;</p>

<p>Citing two Western officials and two Iranian officials, the report said that the strike reportedly damaged a defence system which was responsible for detecting and destroying aerial threats near Natanz.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The report mentioned that an Israeli weapon had struck a Russian-made S-300 anti-aircraft system at a military base in the nearby province of Isfahan.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The latest satellite images taken Monday morning by Planet Labs PBC supported the source-based reports. The photo, captured near Isfahan’s dual-use airport and air base, some 320 kilometres (200 miles) south of Tehran, showed an area nearby that served as a deployment point for the air defence system.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As reported by The Associated Press, the burn marks sit around what analysts including Chris Biggers, a consultant former government imagery analyst, previously had identified as a "flap-lid" radar system used for the S-300.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Iran President Ebrahim Raisi's Lahore visit scaled down, sources cite security clearance issue</strong></p>

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<p>"This strike shows Israel has the ability to penetrate Iran’s air defence systems. The precision of it was quite remarkable," said Nicole Grajewski as quoted by the news agency. Grajewski is a fellow at the Carnegie Endowment's nuclear policy programme who wrote a forthcoming book on Russia and Iran.&nbsp;</p>

<p>An escalation between Iran and Israel began when Israel was blamed for carrying out an air strike on April 1 against Iran's consulate in Damascus, killing seven Iranian officials from the Revolutionary Guards.</p>

<p>Iran responded with its first-ever direct attack on Israel, involving hundreds of drones and missiles, though almost all were shot down by Israel and its allies.</p>

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Iran and Israel appeared to step back from the brink of broader conflict amid ongoing tensions in the West Asian region. There was no escalation as previously expected after Israel's alleged missile attack deep inside Iran.

Iran and Israel appeared to step back from the brink of broader conflict amid ongoing tensions in the West Asian region. There was no escalation as previously expected after Israel's alleged missile attack deep inside Iran. Israel has not taken responsibility for the attack, but satellite photos taken on Monday suggest that the strike targeting Iran’s central city of Isfahan hit a radar system for a Russian-made air defence battery. The report contradicts Iranian officials' statements that there's no damage in the assault. Also read: Hezbollah says 'dozens' of rockets fired at Israeli Army HQ in north The New York Times reported that a high-tech missile was used by Israel. It was able to evade Iran's radar systems. The report claimed that the alleged attack was a warning for Iran to think "twice before launching a direct attack on Israel in future". Citing two Western officials and two Iranian officials, the report said that the strike reportedly damaged a defence system which was responsible for detecting and destroying aerial threats near Natanz. The report mentioned that an Israeli weapon had struck a Russian-made S-300 anti-aircraft system at a military base in the nearby province of Isfahan. Also read: Biden's Iran oil sanctions likely to spare global market from major disruption The latest satellite images taken Monday morning by Planet Labs PBC supported the source-based reports. The photo, captured near Isfahan’s dual-use airport and air base, some 320 kilometres (200 miles) south of Tehran, showed an area nearby that served as a deployment point for the air defence system. As reported by The Associated Press, the burn marks sit around what analysts including Chris Biggers, a consultant former government imagery analyst, previously had identified as a "flap-lid" radar system used for the S-300. Watch: Iran President Ebrahim Raisi's Lahore visit scaled down, sources cite security clearance issue × "This strike shows Israel has the ability to penetrate Iran’s air defence systems. The precision of it was quite remarkable," said Nicole Grajewski as quoted by the news agency. Grajewski is a fellow at the Carnegie Endowment's nuclear policy programme who wrote a forthcoming book on Russia and Iran. An escalation between Iran and Israel began when Israel was blamed for carrying out an air strike on April 1 against Iran's consulate in Damascus, killing seven Iranian officials from the Revolutionary Guards. Iran responded with its first-ever direct attack on Israel, involving hundreds of drones and missiles, though almost all were shot down by Israel and its allies. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq and non-state actors like Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Satellite photos show extent of damage in Iran during alleged Israeli attack

<p>Jamal Muhammad Haniyeh, the oldest grandson of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh has been killed in an Israeli attack, multiple media reports said. Jamal Haniyeh was reportedly killed in an Israeli airstrike. The air strike took place inside the Gaza Strip. A couple of weeks ago, Roaa Haniyeh, granddaughter of Ismail Haniyeh was killed in a similar bombing. She was a medical student at the Gaza University. It has been reported that Haniyeh has lost more of his relatives in the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Israeli fighter jets have also targeted Haniyeh's properties in the Gaza Strip.</p>

<p>Ismail Haniyeh on Tuesday said that Hamas and Israel were close to a hostage exchange and truce deal.</p>

<p>"We are close to reaching a deal on a truce," Haniyeh said, according to the statement, as quoted by AFP.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Israel-Hamas war: Israel's opposition asks Netanyahu to resign</strong></p>

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<p>Hamas fighters crossed the border from the Gaza Strip into Israel on October 7 and as per Israeli estimates, killed 1200 people in addition to taking 240 hostages. Israel has since responded with overwhelming military action and has carried out hundreds of air raids in the Palestinian enclave. Ground assault is ongoing as well with the deployment of tanks and troops. According to the Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza, Israeli military action has caused more than 13,000 deaths, including thousands of children.</p>

<p>Qatar has been mediating between the two warring sides to secure the release of hostages and to take the hostilities down a notch.</p>

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<p>There was considerable progress towards striking a deal on Tuesday with even US President Joe Biden hinting that both sides were close to an agreement. On Sunday, Qatar's prime minister said that the deal hinged on some "minor" issues that need smoothening.</p>

<p>AFP quoted sources within Hamas and Islamic Jihad, the group that also took part in the October 7 attacks, to say that both groups had agreed to a truce.</p>

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<p>It is being reported that a deal may see Hamas release 50 to 100 hostages. It is, however, opposed to freeing military personnel. Israel on its part, may release 300 Palestinians that are currently in Israeli jails. The deal may also involve food and medical aid to enter Gaza.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Jamal Muhammad Haniyeh, the oldest grandson of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh has been killed in an Israeli attack, multiple media reports said. Jamal Haniyeh was reportedly killed in an Israeli airstrike.

Jamal Muhammad Haniyeh, the oldest grandson of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh has been killed in an Israeli attack, multiple media reports said. Jamal Haniyeh was reportedly killed in an Israeli airstrike. The air strike took place inside the Gaza Strip. A couple of weeks ago, Roaa Haniyeh, granddaughter of Ismail Haniyeh was killed in a similar bombing. She was a medical student at the Gaza University. It has been reported that Haniyeh has lost more of his relatives in the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Israeli fighter jets have also targeted Haniyeh's properties in the Gaza Strip. Ismail Haniyeh on Tuesday said that Hamas and Israel were close to a hostage exchange and truce deal. "We are close to reaching a deal on a truce," Haniyeh said, according to the statement, as quoted by AFP. Watch | Israel-Hamas war: Israel's opposition asks Netanyahu to resign × Hamas fighters crossed the border from the Gaza Strip into Israel on October 7 and as per Israeli estimates, killed 1200 people in addition to taking 240 hostages. Israel has since responded with overwhelming military action and has carried out hundreds of air raids in the Palestinian enclave. Ground assault is ongoing as well with the deployment of tanks and troops. According to the Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza, Israeli military action has caused more than 13,000 deaths, including thousands of children. Qatar has been mediating between the two warring sides to secure the release of hostages and to take the hostilities down a notch. Also Read | Israel-Hamas war: BRICS could help reach political settlement in conflict, says Putin There was considerable progress towards striking a deal on Tuesday with even US President Joe Biden hinting that both sides were close to an agreement. On Sunday, Qatar's prime minister said that the deal hinged on some "minor" issues that need smoothening. AFP quoted sources within Hamas and Islamic Jihad, the group that also took part in the October 7 attacks, to say that both groups had agreed to a truce. Also Read | US considers designating Yemen's Houthis a terrorist organization after cargo ship seizure It is being reported that a deal may see Hamas release 50 to 100 hostages. It is, however, opposed to freeing military personnel. Israel on its part, may release 300 Palestinians that are currently in Israeli jails. The deal may also involve food and medical aid to enter Gaza. (With inputs from agencies)

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