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<p><em><strong>Disclaimer: Some readers may find the story disturbing. Discretion is advised.</strong></em></p>

<p>Israeli civilians became victims of “brutal sexual assaults” which were carried out “systematically and deliberately” during October 7 attacks assaults launched by Hamas, as per a report published by the Association of Rape Crisis Centers in Israel (ARCCI) on Wednesday (Feb 21).</p>

<p>The report, which also included testimonies from forensic experts, eyewitnesses, news articles and first responders, claimed that Hamas militants - who had barged into Israel - carried out extreme acts of sexual violence and in many cases, killed them “after or even during the rape".</p>

<p>The report has not mentioned how many cases of sexual assault have been documented and has not even clarified if they spoke to the victims, although it added that in most cases “the victims were killed after or even during the rape.”</p>

<p>“Many of those who have been raped and tortured were murdered, unable to ever voice their experiences. When most of the victims of sexual assaults are murdered, we have a moral and humanitarian obligation to amplify their silent cry,” the report stated.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per the evidence collected by the ARCCI, men, women, and children, all became victims of gruesome sexual abuse which took place on October 7.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The report further tells about the testimonies submitted by some of the survivors which narrate&nbsp;the brutal nature of the sexual crimes, including the ones which took place at the Nova music festival, in southern Israel.</p>

<p>The report stated that “several survivors of the massacre (Nova) provided eyewitness testimony of gang rape, where women were abused and handled between multiple terrorists who beat, injured, and ultimately killed them.”</p>

<h2><strong>Genitals of many victims mutilated: report&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The report further said that some rapes took place in front of an “audience” of the victims’ friends, partners or family and intended to “increase pain and humiliation of all present".&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the testimonies of forensic experts and first responders submitted to the ARCCI, the genitals of various bodies were mutilated.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per the report, some of the victims lived in communities near the Gaza Strip&nbsp;and were women or young girls “who were raped, mostly in their bedrooms, while partially dressed in their pyjamas.”</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Israel-Hamas War: Israelis rally in Tel Aviv for release of Hamas-held hostages</strong></p>

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<p>Two hostages, who were released in late November, spoke about witnessing and hearing other hostages being assaulted in captivity.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Israeli police have been looking into witness testimonies, videos and transcripts of interrogation&nbsp;of suspects published with regards to rape cases and forensic evidence in the October 7 Hamas attacks on Israel.</p>

<p>ARCCI CEO Orit Sulitzeanu said that the report had been “submitted to decision-makers at the UN [United Nations],” as per the release by Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em><br />
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Disclaimer: Some readers may find the story disturbing. Discretion is advised. Israeli civilians became victims of “brutal sexual assaults” which were carried out “systematically and deliberately” during October 7 attacks assaults launched by Hamas, as per a report published by the Association of Rape Crisis Centers in Israel (ARCCI) on Wednesday (Feb 21).

Disclaimer: Some readers may find the story disturbing. Discretion is advised. Israeli civilians became victims of “brutal sexual assaults” which were carried out “systematically and deliberately” during October 7 attacks assaults launched by Hamas, as per a report published by the Association of Rape Crisis Centers in Israel (ARCCI) on Wednesday (Feb 21). The report, which also included testimonies from forensic experts, eyewitnesses, news articles and first responders, claimed that Hamas militants - who had barged into Israel - carried out extreme acts of sexual violence and in many cases, killed them “after or even during the rape". The report has not mentioned how many cases of sexual assault have been documented and has not even clarified if they spoke to the victims, although it added that in most cases “the victims were killed after or even during the rape.” “Many of those who have been raped and tortured were murdered, unable to ever voice their experiences. When most of the victims of sexual assaults are murdered, we have a moral and humanitarian obligation to amplify their silent cry,” the report stated. As per the evidence collected by the ARCCI, men, women, and children, all became victims of gruesome sexual abuse which took place on October 7. Also Read: US urges UN court to consider Israel’s ‘security needs,’ not order Israel out of West Bank and Gaza The report further tells about the testimonies submitted by some of the survivors which narrate the brutal nature of the sexual crimes, including the ones which took place at the Nova music festival, in southern Israel. The report stated that “several survivors of the massacre (Nova) provided eyewitness testimony of gang rape, where women were abused and handled between multiple terrorists who beat, injured, and ultimately killed them.” Genitals of many victims mutilated: report The report further said that some rapes took place in front of an “audience” of the victims’ friends, partners or family and intended to “increase pain and humiliation of all present". According to the testimonies of forensic experts and first responders submitted to the ARCCI, the genitals of various bodies were mutilated. As per the report, some of the victims lived in communities near the Gaza Strip and were women or young girls “who were raped, mostly in their bedrooms, while partially dressed in their pyjamas.” Watch: Israel-Hamas War: Israelis rally in Tel Aviv for release of Hamas-held hostages Two hostages, who were released in late November, spoke about witnessing and hearing other hostages being assaulted in captivity. Israeli police have been looking into witness testimonies, videos and transcripts of interrogation of suspects published with regards to rape cases and forensic evidence in the October 7 Hamas attacks on Israel. ARCCI CEO Orit Sulitzeanu said that the report had been “submitted to decision-makers at the UN [United Nations],” as per the release by Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. (With inputs from agencies)

TRIGGER WARNING: Israeli civilians suffered sexual assaults ‘systematically’ during Hamas attack, says Report

<p>Former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger on Friday met relatives of three people seized by Hamas in Israel and now held in Gaza, lending his support to those whose loved ones are still unaccounted for following the Oct. 7 attack.</p>

<p>Schwarzenegger gave bronze eagle sculptures to his visitors at a video production company in Santa Monica, just west of Los Angeles. In turn they presented Schwarzenegger with "Bring Them Home" dog tags.</p>

<p>Declaring himself "a big friend of the Jewish people and Israel," Schwarzenegger said he wanted to amplify the message not to abandon those who remain captive.</p>

<p>Israel says Hamas, the militant group that rules Gaza, took 240 hostages in the Oct. 7 attack that also killed 1,200 people and set off a Middle East war.</p>

<p>During a seven-day pause in fighting that ended on Friday, officials said 110 hostages - 86 Israelis and 24 foreigners - were released in exchange for Palestinian detainees, while the bodies of two hostages were recovered by Israeli troops.</p>

<p>"This is where I come in because when you're a celebrity, then you have a certain kind of a power to communicate to the mass because you have a lot of cameras show up," said Schwarzenegger, the former champion bodybuilder and Hollywood screen star whose show business career was interrupted by his time as governor from 2003 to 2011.</p>

<p>Among those meeting the "Terminator" star was Bar Rudaeff, 27, whose father Lior Rudaeff, 61, was taken from the Kibbutz Nir Yitzchak. He said Schwarzenegger was one of his father's favourite actors.</p>

<p>"I remember watching a 'Terminator' movie with him in the living room. And I know that when he comes back, it will put a smile on his face," Rudaeff said.</p>

<p>Schwarzenegger also met with Jacob Bohbot, 36, whose brother Elkana Bohbot, 34, was taken from the Nova music festival in Israel near the border with Gaza, and with Ella Shani, 14, whose cousin Amit Shani, 16, was kidnapped in the attack on Kibbutz Be'eri, taken to the Gaza Strip, and released on Wednesday. Ella's father, Itzik Kozin, was killed in the kibbutz attack.</p>

<p>The meeting was arranged by the Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem.</p>


Former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger on Friday met relatives of three people seized by Hamas in Israel and now held in Gaza, lending his support to those whose loved ones are still unaccounted for following the Oct.

Former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger on Friday met relatives of three people seized by Hamas in Israel and now held in Gaza, lending his support to those whose loved ones are still unaccounted for following the Oct. 7 attack. Schwarzenegger gave bronze eagle sculptures to his visitors at a video production company in Santa Monica, just west of Los Angeles. In turn they presented Schwarzenegger with "Bring Them Home" dog tags. Declaring himself "a big friend of the Jewish people and Israel," Schwarzenegger said he wanted to amplify the message not to abandon those who remain captive. Israel says Hamas, the militant group that rules Gaza, took 240 hostages in the Oct. 7 attack that also killed 1,200 people and set off a Middle East war. During a seven-day pause in fighting that ended on Friday, officials said 110 hostages - 86 Israelis and 24 foreigners - were released in exchange for Palestinian detainees, while the bodies of two hostages were recovered by Israeli troops. "This is where I come in because when you're a celebrity, then you have a certain kind of a power to communicate to the mass because you have a lot of cameras show up," said Schwarzenegger, the former champion bodybuilder and Hollywood screen star whose show business career was interrupted by his time as governor from 2003 to 2011. Among those meeting the "Terminator" star was Bar Rudaeff, 27, whose father Lior Rudaeff, 61, was taken from the Kibbutz Nir Yitzchak. He said Schwarzenegger was one of his father's favourite actors. "I remember watching a 'Terminator' movie with him in the living room. And I know that when he comes back, it will put a smile on his face," Rudaeff said. Schwarzenegger also met with Jacob Bohbot, 36, whose brother Elkana Bohbot, 34, was taken from the Nova music festival in Israel near the border with Gaza, and with Ella Shani, 14, whose cousin Amit Shani, 16, was kidnapped in the attack on Kibbutz Be'eri, taken to the Gaza Strip, and released on Wednesday. Ella's father, Itzik Kozin, was killed in the kibbutz attack. The meeting was arranged by the Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem.

Arnold Schwarzenegger lends support to families of Israeli hostages

<p>British Foreign Secretary David&nbsp;Cameron&nbsp;is due to visit the Middle East on Thursday and meet with Israeli and Palestinian leaders, Britain's Foreign Office said in a statement.</p>

<p>Former prime minister&nbsp;Cameron, who was appointed to the foreign policy brief last week, met with counterparts from Arab and Islamic countries in London on Wednesday to discuss the Israel-Hamas conflict.</p>

<p>He has welcomed the agreement between the Israeli government and Hamas to a four-day pause in fighting, calling it a "crucial step" and urging the parties to deliver the deal in full.</p>

<p>Both British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and&nbsp;Cameron's predecessor James Cleverly have visited Israel since the conflict began last month.</p>


British Foreign Secretary David Cameron is due to visit the Middle East on Thursday and meet with Israeli and Palestinian leaders, Britain's Foreign Office said in a statement.

British Foreign Secretary David Cameron is due to visit the Middle East on Thursday and meet with Israeli and Palestinian leaders, Britain's Foreign Office said in a statement. Former prime minister Cameron, who was appointed to the foreign policy brief last week, met with counterparts from Arab and Islamic countries in London on Wednesday to discuss the Israel-Hamas conflict. He has welcomed the agreement between the Israeli government and Hamas to a four-day pause in fighting, calling it a "crucial step" and urging the parties to deliver the deal in full. Both British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Cameron's predecessor James Cleverly have visited Israel since the conflict began last month.

UK Foreign Secretary Cameron to visit Middle East, meet Israeli and Palestinian leaders

<p>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;</p>

<p>The video purportedly showed Haniyeh's house in what seemed like satellite footage.&nbsp;</p>

<p>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;</p>

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<p>IDF further added that the residence was being used as a "meeting point for Hamas’ senior leaders to direct terrorist attacks against Israel."&nbsp;</p>

<p>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;</p>

<p>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;</p>

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<h2><strong>Israel striking Hamas hide-outs&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>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.</p>

<p>"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;</p>

<p>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.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, in Israel, the death toll from Hamas' onslaught on the Jewish nation is over 1,200.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


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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<p>The number of civilian deaths per Israeli airstrike in Gaza in 2023 is four times higher than previous Israeli bombings under various operations in the besieged city, a study has said. In its recent analysis, Action on Armed Violence (AOAV) has revealed a stark increase in civilian casualties resulting from military airstrikes during "Operation Swords of Iron" in Gaza in October 2023.</p>

<p>The study indicated a significant surge in civilian deaths, with an average of 10.1 fatalities per strike.</p>

<p>Elaborating on it, the study suggested that this figure is four times higher than the casualty rates observed in previous Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, particularly during Operation Protective Edge, where the average was 2.5 civilian fatalities per casualty-causing strike.</p>

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<p>The current operation's toll even surpassed the global average (average death rate in other conflict zones) of 7.4 and raises concerns about potential violations of international humanitarian law.</p>

<p>The data also pointed to more intense "Israeli military tactics or targeting policies in 2023." The report called for the urgent need for international intervention to protect civilian lives amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.</p>

<h2><strong>Basis of AOAV findings&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>AOAV based its findings on English-language media reports. "It is solely an analysis of airstrikes where casualties (killed or injured) were reported and recorded (non-injurious air strikes are not captured). The nature of conflict means that as the scale of conflict grows, less injurious strikes may not go reported by English language media, meaning only the most catastrophic events get captured," the study said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The data&nbsp;gave statistics from previous Gaza operations such as "Operation Pillar of Defence", "Operation Protective Edge", "Operation Wall Guardian".&nbsp;Along with it, the report also examined the average death rate in other conflict zones such as Mosul, Aleppo and Raqqa.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The data is not intended to capture all harm and is not indicative of total numbers killed or injured. All air strikes recorded within the time frame are listed, but some air strikes only harmed armed actors. These are not included in the civilian harm analysis. In Mosul, Aleppo and Raqqa, we took the most injurious month to civilians from airstrikes to compare to what was happening in Gaza in October 2023," the study added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>During "Operation Swords of Iron" in October 2023, AOAV recorded 299 total airstrikes, with 276 causing civilian harm. The civilian casualties amounted to 4,104 (2,798 killed, 1,306 injured), resulting in an average of 10.1 deaths per civilian casualty-causing airstrike.</p>

<p>The study also underscored the substantial human cost, with the average number of civilians killed per casualty-causing airstrike being the highest in recent Gaza operations.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

<p><strong><em>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.</em></strong></p>


The number of civilian deaths per Israeli airstrike in Gaza in 2023 is four times higher than previous Israeli bombings under various operations in the besieged city, a study has said.

The number of civilian deaths per Israeli airstrike in Gaza in 2023 is four times higher than previous Israeli bombings under various operations in the besieged city, a study has said. In its recent analysis, Action on Armed Violence (AOAV) has revealed a stark increase in civilian casualties resulting from military airstrikes during "Operation Swords of Iron" in Gaza in October 2023. The study indicated a significant surge in civilian deaths, with an average of 10.1 fatalities per strike. Elaborating on it, the study suggested that this figure is four times higher than the casualty rates observed in previous Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, particularly during Operation Protective Edge, where the average was 2.5 civilian fatalities per casualty-causing strike. Also Read | Hamas used a school in Gaza as its military base, claims IDF The current operation's toll even surpassed the global average (average death rate in other conflict zones) of 7.4 and raises concerns about potential violations of international humanitarian law. The data also pointed to more intense "Israeli military tactics or targeting policies in 2023." The report called for the urgent need for international intervention to protect civilian lives amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Basis of AOAV findings AOAV based its findings on English-language media reports. "It is solely an analysis of airstrikes where casualties (killed or injured) were reported and recorded (non-injurious air strikes are not captured). The nature of conflict means that as the scale of conflict grows, less injurious strikes may not go reported by English language media, meaning only the most catastrophic events get captured," the study said. Also Read | Israel revises estimate of October 7 Hamas attack death toll from 1400 to ‘around 1200’ The data gave statistics from previous Gaza operations such as "Operation Pillar of Defence", "Operation Protective Edge", "Operation Wall Guardian". Along with it, the report also examined the average death rate in other conflict zones such as Mosul, Aleppo and Raqqa. "The data is not intended to capture all harm and is not indicative of total numbers killed or injured. All air strikes recorded within the time frame are listed, but some air strikes only harmed armed actors. These are not included in the civilian harm analysis. In Mosul, Aleppo and Raqqa, we took the most injurious month to civilians from airstrikes to compare to what was happening in Gaza in October 2023," the study added. Watch | Gaza in spotlight as Saudi Arabia hosts ‘extraordinary joint Islamic-Arab summit’ × During "Operation Swords of Iron" in October 2023, AOAV recorded 299 total airstrikes, with 276 causing civilian harm. The civilian casualties amounted to 4,104 (2,798 killed, 1,306 injured), resulting in an average of 10.1 deaths per civilian casualty-causing airstrike. The study also underscored the substantial human cost, with the average number of civilians killed per casualty-causing airstrike being the highest in recent Gaza operations. (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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<p>A video of a former IDF soldier was shared on social media in which he was seen supporting the Palestinians amid the escalating Israel-Hamas war. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the video, the former IDF soldier – identified as Leif Manson – was seen carrying a Palestinian flag and expressing his disappointment with Israel.</p>

<p>In the video, the former soldier said, “I am probably the only person with a Palestinian flag and I am also the only Israeli citizen here. Around, 40 years ago I was a soldier in the IDF. At that time, everybody wanted a peace settlement with Egypt to be made and the next step was to have peace with the Palestinians.”</p>

<p>He further spoke about the attempted assassination of Bassam Shakaa in 1980, in which the Palestinian leader lost both his legs.</p>

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<p>“When I was in the army. I saw the sabotage. I saw that attempted assassination of Bassam Shakaa, the Mayor of Nablus. I saw a mafia-run country that sabotaged the peace process at every process and at every step. I am here to just support,” the former soldier said.</p>

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<p>He further alleged the evil forces present in the world for using the Israelis and propagating lies. He called the aftermath of Israel-Hamas war&nbsp;as “horrible”.</p>

<p>“When I was 21, if somebody told me I would be standing at a Palestinian freedom rally I would have told them they were crazy. Over the 40 years, I have seen much bloodshed and how the Israelis are being used by evil forces in the world. So many lies are being told about the truth and what’s going on there is horrible,” he stated.</p>

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<h2><strong>Four-hour window for Palestinians</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile, a four-hour window was given by Israel to civilians still inside Gaza City, which has been encircled by the Israeli army, and the residents moving from the city said that they crossed the tanks which have been positioned to storm the city.</p>

<p>Israel stated that Gaza City was surrounded by its forces and soon an attack would be launched to annihilate the Hamas Islamists, who had stormed into the Israeli towns exactly a month ago. Gaza City is home to one-third population of the enclave which is 2.3 million people.</p>

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A video of a former IDF soldier was shared on social media in which he was seen supporting the Palestinians amid the escalating Israel-Hamas war. In the video, the former IDF soldier – identified as Leif Manson – was seen carrying a Palestinian flag and expressing his disappointment with Israel.

A video of a former IDF soldier was shared on social media in which he was seen supporting the Palestinians amid the escalating Israel-Hamas war. In the video, the former IDF soldier – identified as Leif Manson – was seen carrying a Palestinian flag and expressing his disappointment with Israel. In the video, the former soldier said, “I am probably the only person with a Palestinian flag and I am also the only Israeli citizen here. Around, 40 years ago I was a soldier in the IDF. At that time, everybody wanted a peace settlement with Egypt to be made and the next step was to have peace with the Palestinians.” He further spoke about the attempted assassination of Bassam Shakaa in 1980, in which the Palestinian leader lost both his legs. ALSO READ | Netanyahu says Israel will take control of Gaza’s ‘overall security’ after war “When I was in the army. I saw the sabotage. I saw that attempted assassination of Bassam Shakaa, the Mayor of Nablus. I saw a mafia-run country that sabotaged the peace process at every process and at every step. I am here to just support,” the former soldier said. 🇮🇱 @IDF soldier has something to say at Palestine Protest🇵🇸pic.twitter.com/akXYPgIkom — haroon. (@harooncx7) November 6, 2023 × He further alleged the evil forces present in the world for using the Israelis and propagating lies. He called the aftermath of Israel-Hamas war as “horrible”. “When I was 21, if somebody told me I would be standing at a Palestinian freedom rally I would have told them they were crazy. Over the 40 years, I have seen much bloodshed and how the Israelis are being used by evil forces in the world. So many lies are being told about the truth and what’s going on there is horrible,” he stated. WATCH | Israel-Palestine war: 100,000 Indians to work in Israel; govt to hire Indian workforce? Four-hour window for Palestinians Meanwhile, a four-hour window was given by Israel to civilians still inside Gaza City, which has been encircled by the Israeli army, and the residents moving from the city said that they crossed the tanks which have been positioned to storm the city. Israel stated that Gaza City was surrounded by its forces and soon an attack would be launched to annihilate the Hamas Islamists, who had stormed into the Israeli towns exactly a month ago. Gaza City is home to one-third population of the enclave which is 2.3 million people. (With inputs from agencies)

This ex-Israeli soldier joined a pro-Palestinian rally but why? Here's what he said

<p>France announced on Friday (Nov 3) that an Israeli rocket hit a French Institute in Gaza. In response to the strike that injured no one, the French foreign ministry in a statement said that it now wants an explanation for the act from Israel "without delay."</p>

<p>A statement from the ministry expressed their concern and said, "We have asked the Israeli authorities to communicate to us without delay... the tangible elements which motivated this decision."<br />
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The strike at the French Institute occurred at a time when no staff or French nationals were present there. Because of this, there were no casualties or injuries reported from the affected area.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In addition to the mentioned attack, another Israeli airstrike hit the Gaza office of the French news agency AFP. The office building suffered significant damage due to the strike on Thursday (Nov 3).</p>

<p>AFP CEO Fabrice Fries strongly condemned the attack, saying the office's location was not hidden and quite out in the open so that such incidents could be avoided and the agency could continue its reportage from the war-ravaged region.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The location of this office is known to everyone... precisely to prevent such an attack and allow us to continue to bear witness in images on the ground," he reportedly said.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>France and Gaza's humanitarian crisis</strong></h2>

<p>France is taking steps to provide medical assistance to those affected by the conflict in Gaza.</p>

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They have already deployed one French helicopter carrier, Tonnerreto, to support Gaza hospitals and are sending a second one. This is done to collaborate with Israeli and Egyptian authorities to address the humanitarian crisis.</p>

<p>Israel has already expanded its ground operations in Gaza to take down the Hamas militant group. This has triggered a fresh wave of humanitarian crisis with the latest being attacks near UN schools housing displaced people.</p>

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<p>All of this is happening as discussions between Egyptian and Israeli authorities are ongoing to determine the best course of action to contain the war that arouse after the Hamas' unexpected October 7 attack.&nbsp;In parallel, the US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, also arrived in Israel to advocate for increased humanitarian aid for Gaza.</p>

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France announced on Friday (Nov 3) that an Israeli rocket hit a French Institute in Gaza. In response to the strike that injured no one, the French foreign ministry in a statement said that it now wants an explanation for the act from Israel "without delay.

France announced on Friday (Nov 3) that an Israeli rocket hit a French Institute in Gaza. In response to the strike that injured no one, the French foreign ministry in a statement said that it now wants an explanation for the act from Israel "without delay." A statement from the ministry expressed their concern and said, "We have asked the Israeli authorities to communicate to us without delay... the tangible elements which motivated this decision." The strike at the French Institute occurred at a time when no staff or French nationals were present there. Because of this, there were no casualties or injuries reported from the affected area. Also Read | Israel-Hamas war: We must do more to protect Palestinians, says Blinken In addition to the mentioned attack, another Israeli airstrike hit the Gaza office of the French news agency AFP. The office building suffered significant damage due to the strike on Thursday (Nov 3). AFP CEO Fabrice Fries strongly condemned the attack, saying the office's location was not hidden and quite out in the open so that such incidents could be avoided and the agency could continue its reportage from the war-ravaged region. "The location of this office is known to everyone... precisely to prevent such an attack and allow us to continue to bear witness in images on the ground," he reportedly said. France and Gaza's humanitarian crisis France is taking steps to provide medical assistance to those affected by the conflict in Gaza. Also Read | Poland considered a dangerous enemy by Russia: Putin ally They have already deployed one French helicopter carrier, Tonnerreto, to support Gaza hospitals and are sending a second one. This is done to collaborate with Israeli and Egyptian authorities to address the humanitarian crisis. Israel has already expanded its ground operations in Gaza to take down the Hamas militant group. This has triggered a fresh wave of humanitarian crisis with the latest being attacks near UN schools housing displaced people. Watch | Israel-Hamas war: Blinken presses for humanitarian pause on third visit to Israel × All of this is happening as discussions between Egyptian and Israeli authorities are ongoing to determine the best course of action to contain the war that arouse after the Hamas' unexpected October 7 attack. In parallel, the US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, also arrived in Israel to advocate for increased humanitarian aid for Gaza. (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.

France wants Israel to explain strikes on French institute in Gaza 'without delay'

<p>An Israeli diplomat in Miami on Thursday pushed back against an assertion by the administration of Ron DeSantis that the Florida governor had coordinated with his office to facilitate the shipment of ammunition and weapons to Israel.</p>

<p>Earlier on Thursday, a DeSantis spokesperson said the governor's office had contracted cargo planes to send drones, body armor, and helmets to Israel and worked to "get weapons and ammunition to Israel through private parties."</p>

<p>There were few details disclosed about the shipments, including where the materials originated, and which third parties Florida worked with.</p>

<p>"At the request of the Israeli Consul General in Miami, cargo planes contracted by Florida were used to transport healthcare and hospital supplies, drones, body armor, and helmets that first responders can use," Jeremy Redfern, the press secretary for DeSantis' gubernatorial office, wrote in a statement to Reuters.</p>

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<p>"We also worked with the Consul General to help get weapons and ammunition to Israel through private parties."</p>

<p>In an interview with Reuters, however, Maor Elbaz-Starinsky, the Israeli consul general in Miami, said his office did not work with the governor to send any weapons or ammunition to Israel through private parties, though he had once been in contact with the governor's office about a plane that was carrying rifle parts.</p>

<p>"This is not how I would describe it," he said of the statement released by the governor's office.</p>

<p>Elbaz-Starinsky said DeSantis' office had contacted various Israeli government institutions, and that DeSantis had facilitated a shipment of medical supplies, which had been requested by the Israeli health ministry.</p>

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<p>He said that earlier in the month, there was a flight that included some "rifle inserts" that had been ordered by Israeli authorities, scheduled to leave Miami, and that he had contacted various "stakeholders" including members of Congress and the governor's office to make sure it would be able to depart. He said he was not sure what influence, if any, the governor's office had on the flight's departure.</p>

<p>"I am not aware and would find it very, very bizarre to think that somebody is procuring weapons and sending it to Israel," Elbaz-Starinsky said. "This is not how we work. And certainly not privately funded."</p>

<p>Asked to clarify, Redfern said the governor's office "was contacted by the Consul General's office for assistance to clear federal bureaucratic hurdles associated with getting those items to Israel."</p>

<p>While it is legal for a U.S. state to send aid to a foreign government, exporters of ammunition and other types of military equipment, including many types of body armor, generally must navigate U.S. export license requirements.</p>

<p>The DeSantis administration did not respond to requests for comment regarding the details of its shipments to Israel.</p>

<p>"There are laws and regulations which govern how the export process is handled. And that's all done through (the Commerce Department.) I couldn't speak with authority today about whether the governor has checked all those boxes or not," White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said on Thursday.</p>

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<p>The U.S. Commerce Department, which oversees many of the export controls related to ammunition and military-grade equipment, said it was working with "interagency partners" to expedite applications to send aid to Israel, but that it could not discuss specific transactions.</p>

<p>DeSantis, who is running for the Republican nomination to take on Democratic President Joe Biden in the 2024 presidential race, has tried to portray himself as the staunchest Israel ally in the primary field.</p>

<p>He has sharply criticized former President Donald Trump, who is by far the frontrunner in the race for Republican nominee in the election, for criticizing Israel's intelligence capabilities in October and calling Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah "very smart."</p>

<p>DeSantis and other presidential contenders will be attending the Republican Jewish Coalition's (RJC) weekend donor gathering in Las Vegas, where he will be vying for donor money to bankroll his campaign.</p>

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An Israeli diplomat in Miami on Thursday pushed back against an assertion by the administration of Ron DeSantis that the Florida governor had coordinated with his office to facilitate the shipment of ammunition and weapons to Israel.

An Israeli diplomat in Miami on Thursday pushed back against an assertion by the administration of Ron DeSantis that the Florida governor had coordinated with his office to facilitate the shipment of ammunition and weapons to Israel. Earlier on Thursday, a DeSantis spokesperson said the governor's office had contracted cargo planes to send drones, body armor, and helmets to Israel and worked to "get weapons and ammunition to Israel through private parties." There were few details disclosed about the shipments, including where the materials originated, and which third parties Florida worked with. "At the request of the Israeli Consul General in Miami, cargo planes contracted by Florida were used to transport healthcare and hospital supplies, drones, body armor, and helmets that first responders can use," Jeremy Redfern, the press secretary for DeSantis' gubernatorial office, wrote in a statement to Reuters. Also Read | Explained | Amid fears of escalation, United States intensifies deployment of forces around Israel "We also worked with the Consul General to help get weapons and ammunition to Israel through private parties." In an interview with Reuters, however, Maor Elbaz-Starinsky, the Israeli consul general in Miami, said his office did not work with the governor to send any weapons or ammunition to Israel through private parties, though he had once been in contact with the governor's office about a plane that was carrying rifle parts. "This is not how I would describe it," he said of the statement released by the governor's office. Elbaz-Starinsky said DeSantis' office had contacted various Israeli government institutions, and that DeSantis had facilitated a shipment of medical supplies, which had been requested by the Israeli health ministry. Also Read | US to send 900 troops to Middle East amid rise in attacks on its forces in Iraq and Syria He said that earlier in the month, there was a flight that included some "rifle inserts" that had been ordered by Israeli authorities, scheduled to leave Miami, and that he had contacted various "stakeholders" including members of Congress and the governor's office to make sure it would be able to depart. He said he was not sure what influence, if any, the governor's office had on the flight's departure. "I am not aware and would find it very, very bizarre to think that somebody is procuring weapons and sending it to Israel," Elbaz-Starinsky said. "This is not how we work. And certainly not privately funded." Asked to clarify, Redfern said the governor's office "was contacted by the Consul General's office for assistance to clear federal bureaucratic hurdles associated with getting those items to Israel." While it is legal for a U.S. state to send aid to a foreign government, exporters of ammunition and other types of military equipment, including many types of body armor, generally must navigate U.S. export license requirements. The DeSantis administration did not respond to requests for comment regarding the details of its shipments to Israel. "There are laws and regulations which govern how the export process is handled. And that's all done through (the Commerce Department.) I couldn't speak with authority today about whether the governor has checked all those boxes or not," White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said on Thursday. Watch | Mass shooting in Maine, as gun violence, hate crimes rise | Gravitas × The U.S. Commerce Department, which oversees many of the export controls related to ammunition and military-grade equipment, said it was working with "interagency partners" to expedite applications to send aid to Israel, but that it could not discuss specific transactions. DeSantis, who is running for the Republican nomination to take on Democratic President Joe Biden in the 2024 presidential race, has tried to portray himself as the staunchest Israel ally in the primary field. He has sharply criticized former President Donald Trump, who is by far the frontrunner in the race for Republican nominee in the election, for criticizing Israel's intelligence capabilities in October and calling Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah "very smart." DeSantis and other presidential contenders will be attending the Republican Jewish Coalition's (RJC) weekend donor gathering in Las Vegas, where he will be vying for donor money to bankroll his campaign. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>After Greta Thunberg's pro-Palestine post 'Stand with Gaza,' Israel swiftly hit back by removing all of her references from the Israeli textbooks included in the school curriculum, media reports said.&nbsp;The Israeli education ministry said that her stance on the Israel-Hamas war "disqualifies her from being an educational and moral role model, and she is no longer eligible to serve as an inspiration and educator for Israeli students.”</p>

<p>“Hamas is a terrorist organisation responsible for the murder of 1,400 innocent Israelis, including children, women, and the elderly, and it has abducted over 200 people to Gaza,” the ministry added while announcing its move against Thunberg.</p>

<p>Swedish Climate activist Greta Thunberg landed herself in a controversy when on Friday (Oct 20) she shared a post along with a picture of her and three other activists.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In the picture, all of them can be seen holding pro-Palestine signs like "Free Palestine", "This Jew Stands With Palestine" and "Stand With Gaza."</p>

<p>"Week 270. Today we strike in solidarity with Palestine and Gaza. The world needs to speak up and call for an immediate ceasefire, justice, and freedom for Palestinians and all civilians affected," the climate activist wrote on X social media platform.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It goes without saying - or so I thought - that I’m against the horrific attacks by Hamas. As I said, 'the world needs to speak up and call for an immediate ceasefire, justice and freedom for Palestinians and all civilians affected'," she added in the post.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The environmental activist was condemned by over 100 Israeli activists for what they called her "one-sided" and "ill-informed" knowledge of the war.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>These activists in an open letter said that the statements made by Thunberg "are in complete contrast to your ability to deep dive into details and get to the bottom of complex issues.”</p>

<p>“Do you think Hamas represents human rights and freedom? Think again!” the letter read, adding, “On Saturday, October 7th a brutal massacre took place in Israel. So far, we have counted 1,400 bodies of babies, children, women and men. All brutally murdered, shot, burned alive, molested before their deaths, raided by terrorists in their homes, in a music festival and randomly on the streets."</p>

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<p>“Hundreds of people were kidnapped to Gaza, ages ranging from 9 months to 90 years old, including babies and people with severe illnesses (like cancer, heart failure, Parkinson's) without their medication, and people with special needs such as autism and dementia, and many more are still missing,” the signatories said.</p>

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After Greta Thunberg's pro-Palestine post 'Stand with Gaza,' Israel swiftly hit back by removing all of her references from the Israeli textbooks included in the school curriculum, media reports said.

After Greta Thunberg's pro-Palestine post 'Stand with Gaza,' Israel swiftly hit back by removing all of her references from the Israeli textbooks included in the school curriculum, media reports said. The Israeli education ministry said that her stance on the Israel-Hamas war "disqualifies her from being an educational and moral role model, and she is no longer eligible to serve as an inspiration and educator for Israeli students.” “Hamas is a terrorist organisation responsible for the murder of 1,400 innocent Israelis, including children, women, and the elderly, and it has abducted over 200 people to Gaza,” the ministry added while announcing its move against Thunberg. Swedish Climate activist Greta Thunberg landed herself in a controversy when on Friday (Oct 20) she shared a post along with a picture of her and three other activists. Also Read | Soul-stirring survival story of a 9-day-old whose house was set ablaze by Hamas In the picture, all of them can be seen holding pro-Palestine signs like "Free Palestine", "This Jew Stands With Palestine" and "Stand With Gaza." "Week 270. Today we strike in solidarity with Palestine and Gaza. The world needs to speak up and call for an immediate ceasefire, justice, and freedom for Palestinians and all civilians affected," the climate activist wrote on X social media platform. "It goes without saying - or so I thought - that I’m against the horrific attacks by Hamas. As I said, 'the world needs to speak up and call for an immediate ceasefire, justice and freedom for Palestinians and all civilians affected'," she added in the post. Week 270. Today we strike in solidarity with Palestine and Gaza. The world needs to speak up and call for an immediate ceasefire, justice and freedom for Palestinians and all civilians affected.#FreePalestine #IStandWithPalestine #StandWithGaza #FridaysForFuture Thread🧵 pic.twitter.com/0hVtya0yWO — Greta Thunberg (@GretaThunberg) October 20, 2023 × 'One-sided, ill-informed' The environmental activist was condemned by over 100 Israeli activists for what they called her "one-sided" and "ill-informed" knowledge of the war. Also Read | Israel vs Hamas | Mother of 6-year-old hate crime victim asks world to 'pray for peace' These activists in an open letter said that the statements made by Thunberg "are in complete contrast to your ability to deep dive into details and get to the bottom of complex issues.” “Do you think Hamas represents human rights and freedom? Think again!” the letter read, adding, “On Saturday, October 7th a brutal massacre took place in Israel. So far, we have counted 1,400 bodies of babies, children, women and men. All brutally murdered, shot, burned alive, molested before their deaths, raided by terrorists in their homes, in a music festival and randomly on the streets." Watch | UN chief says ‘clear violations of international humanitarian law’ in Gaza | Latest News × “Hundreds of people were kidnapped to Gaza, ages ranging from 9 months to 90 years old, including babies and people with severe illnesses (like cancer, heart failure, Parkinson's) without their medication, and people with special needs such as autism and dementia, and many more are still missing,” the signatories said. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

Greta Thunberg kicked out of Israeli textbooks after 'stand with Gaza' row

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<p>Israelis living or traveling abroad are making the choice to return to their homeland in light of the ongoing war with Hamas. Why? Because they believe that their absence during this critical time would be morally unbearable, reported Israeli media outlet ynetnews.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Given the horrific ground situation where people are butchered and abducted by Islamist militant group Hamas, many have been summoned to the reserves while others are volunteering. They all echo a similar sentiment that what they saw in the wake of the October 7 Hamas assault has never been seen in the history of Israel.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Flocking back home, they stand ready to support the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and families affected by the war.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But the journey is not without challenges. There are airline disruptions. Still, their determination to support their country remains unwavering.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Israelis and non-Israelis, no holds barred</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Age and nationality do not matter for them in this war, the worst blow to Israel in the last five decades. The war has stained the streets of Gaza and Israel with blood as soul-shattering visuals continue to surface on social media, some too gory to even watch.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Israelis of all ages, not just those of conscription age, along with many non-Israelis having good ties with the country are determined to be with their friends, families, and fellow soldiers during this critical moment,&nbsp; despite the fear and uncertainty.</p>

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<p>Many share a deep sense of duty, having experienced personal losses and tragedies during the conflict.</p>

<p>For instance, Yaakov Swisa, a 42-year-old father of five currently residing in Los Angeles, reportedly said that although he has not received a reserve duty notice, he feels compelled to return to Israel and volunteer as an IDF reservist.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Swisa, who served in the IDF for 15 years, revealed a personal tragedy that a soldier he served with was assassinated during the weekend music festival in the south.</p>

<p>"I've been crying for two or three days now, and it's time to stop. I'm prepared to battle. What else can I do after my friends in Israel are buried?" he said.</p>

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<p>In a similar vein, 18-year-old New Jersey student Adam Jacobs, who was born and raised in the United States, expressed his eagerness to return to Israel to volunteer and provide support on the front lines.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Tragically, one of Adam's relatives fell victim to the recent Hamas attack. He said, "If I stayed here, I wouldn't be able to live with myself. The situation has never been this bad."</p>

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Israelis living or traveling abroad are making the choice to return to their homeland in light of the ongoing war with Hamas. Why? Because they believe that their absence during this critical time would be morally unbearable, reported Israeli media outlet ynetnews.

Israelis living or traveling abroad are making the choice to return to their homeland in light of the ongoing war with Hamas. Why? Because they believe that their absence during this critical time would be morally unbearable, reported Israeli media outlet ynetnews. Given the horrific ground situation where people are butchered and abducted by Islamist militant group Hamas, many have been summoned to the reserves while others are volunteering. They all echo a similar sentiment that what they saw in the wake of the October 7 Hamas assault has never been seen in the history of Israel. Also Read | Hamas shares video showing release of female captive, two children Flocking back home, they stand ready to support the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and families affected by the war. But the journey is not without challenges. There are airline disruptions. Still, their determination to support their country remains unwavering. Israelis and non-Israelis, no holds barred Age and nationality do not matter for them in this war, the worst blow to Israel in the last five decades. The war has stained the streets of Gaza and Israel with blood as soul-shattering visuals continue to surface on social media, some too gory to even watch. Israelis of all ages, not just those of conscription age, along with many non-Israelis having good ties with the country are determined to be with their friends, families, and fellow soldiers during this critical moment, despite the fear and uncertainty. Also Read | Hamas terrorists beheaded soldiers and raped women, claims Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu Many share a deep sense of duty, having experienced personal losses and tragedies during the conflict. For instance, Yaakov Swisa, a 42-year-old father of five currently residing in Los Angeles, reportedly said that although he has not received a reserve duty notice, he feels compelled to return to Israel and volunteer as an IDF reservist. Swisa, who served in the IDF for 15 years, revealed a personal tragedy that a soldier he served with was assassinated during the weekend music festival in the south. "I've been crying for two or three days now, and it's time to stop. I'm prepared to battle. What else can I do after my friends in Israel are buried?" he said. Watch | King Charles' first visit to Kenya as a king, visit to acknowledge Kenya's emergency period × In a similar vein, 18-year-old New Jersey student Adam Jacobs, who was born and raised in the United States, expressed his eagerness to return to Israel to volunteer and provide support on the front lines. Tragically, one of Adam's relatives fell victim to the recent Hamas attack. He said, "If I stayed here, I wouldn't be able to live with myself. The situation has never been this bad." (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. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>Video of an Israeli cop chasing a car believed to be driven by Palestinian terrorists in hot pursuit chase has gone viral on social media.</p>

<p>The clip, which was recorded through the helmet cam of the cop, shows the officer riding his bike, pulling out a gun and shooting at a moving vehicle.</p>

<p>According to the Israeli police, the incident took place near Netviot, a city near Gaza, where the cops were hunting down Hamas operatives amid a raging war that started this weekend.</p>

<p>The clip further shows a cop purportedly overtaking the car as another policeman on a bike shoots at the terrorists inside the car.</p>

<p>When the car stopped, the cops continued firing multiple rounds at them.</p>

<p>“Police and Border Police officers heroically neutralized two armed terrorists outside of Netivot on Saturday. We will continue working on the front lines to defend our civilians from terror,” Israel Police said in a post on X.</p>

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<p>It said that the two in that car were killed in the shootout outside Netviot.</p>

<p>Israel security forces are currently engaged in an intense battle with the Hamas terrorist group which launched a surprised assault on the Jewish state on Saturday (Oct 7), killing hundreds of civilians and soldiers.</p>

<p>In response, Israel launched missile strikes and bombed the Gaza Strip, hitting 200 targets overnight.</p>

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<p>Palestinian Health Ministry said that 770 people have now been killed in the Gaza Strip since Israel launched its retaliatory air strikes on Saturday.</p>

<p>Around 4,100 have been injured.</p>

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<p>Hamas, meanwhile, has warned it would carry out ISIS-style executions on civilian hostages if Israel persists with its airstrikes.</p>

<p>Between 100 and 150 people are being held in Gaza, Israel estimates.</p>

<p>Israel has remained steadfast in its resolve to wipe out the terror group and expressed its determination to escalate its attacks, including the possibility of a ground incursion into Gaza.</p>

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Video of an Israeli cop chasing a car believed to be driven by Palestinian terrorists in hot pursuit chase has gone viral on social media. The clip, which was recorded through the helmet cam of the cop, shows the officer riding his bike, pulling out a gun and shooting at a moving vehicle.

Video of an Israeli cop chasing a car believed to be driven by Palestinian terrorists in hot pursuit chase has gone viral on social media. The clip, which was recorded through the helmet cam of the cop, shows the officer riding his bike, pulling out a gun and shooting at a moving vehicle. According to the Israeli police, the incident took place near Netviot, a city near Gaza, where the cops were hunting down Hamas operatives amid a raging war that started this weekend. The clip further shows a cop purportedly overtaking the car as another policeman on a bike shoots at the terrorists inside the car. When the car stopped, the cops continued firing multiple rounds at them. “Police and Border Police officers heroically neutralized two armed terrorists outside of Netivot on Saturday. We will continue working on the front lines to defend our civilians from terror,” Israel Police said in a post on X. Police and Border Police officers heroically neutralized two armed terrorists outside of Netivot on Saturday. We will continue working on the front lines to defend our civilians from terror pic.twitter.com/PQk9KiiKoT — Israel Police (@israelpolice) October 9, 2023 × It said that the two in that car were killed in the shootout outside Netviot. Israel security forces are currently engaged in an intense battle with the Hamas terrorist group which launched a surprised assault on the Jewish state on Saturday (Oct 7), killing hundreds of civilians and soldiers. In response, Israel launched missile strikes and bombed the Gaza Strip, hitting 200 targets overnight. Also see | Video: Hamas terrorists kill dog, invade house and then set it on fire Palestinian Health Ministry said that 770 people have now been killed in the Gaza Strip since Israel launched its retaliatory air strikes on Saturday. Around 4,100 have been injured. Also read | Playboy ends contract with Mia Khalifa over support for Hamas, removes her channel from app Hamas, meanwhile, has warned it would carry out ISIS-style executions on civilian hostages if Israel persists with its airstrikes. Between 100 and 150 people are being held in Gaza, Israel estimates. Israel has remained steadfast in its resolve to wipe out the terror group and expressed its determination to escalate its attacks, including the possibility of a ground incursion into Gaza. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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