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<p>US President Joe Biden on Monday expressed hope for a ceasefire in Gaza, which he said may happen by the beginning of next week.</p>

<p>This comes amidst escalating humanitarian concerns in the Palestinian territory. In recent days, representatives from Egypt, Qatar, the United States, and France have been mediating between Israel and Hamas, seeking to halt the violence and secure the release of Israeli hostages held in Gaza.</p>

<h2><strong>The deal</strong></h2>

<p>As per an AFP report, a potential deal could involve the exchange of dozens of hostages for several hundred Palestinian detainees held by Israel.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During a visit to an ice cream shop in New York City with comedian Seth Meyers, when asked about when a ceasefire might start, Biden said that his national security advisor told him "We're close, we're close, we're not done yet."&nbsp;He expressed optimism that it could be achieved by next Monday.</p>

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<p>"My hope is by next Monday we'll have a ceasefire," Biden said.</p>

<p>Previously, on Sunday, talking to CNN, White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan revealed that during the meeting in Paris, representatives from several parties, not including Gaza rulers Hamas, "came to an understanding... about what the basic contours of a hostage deal for a temporary ceasefire would look like."</p>

<p>Additionally, "experts" from Egypt, Qatar, and the US met in Doha for talks attended by Israeli and Hamas representatives, hoping to secure a truce before the onset of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | ICJ hears final arguments on Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>What Israel and Hamas said</strong></h2>

<p>However, talking to AFP, a Hamas source revealed that while "some new amendments" were proposed on contentious issues, "Israel did not present any substantive position on the terms of the ceasefire and the withdrawal from the Gaza Strip."</p>

<p>While the group is insisting on the withdrawal of Israeli forces, this demand has been dismissed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as "delusional". Instead, he has been adamant that a ceasefire, if reached, will only delay an incursion into Rafah.</p>

<p>In an interview with CBS Sunday, Netanyahu said that a ground invasion of Rafah, Gaza's southernmost city, would put Israel within weeks of "total victory" over Hamas.</p>

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<p>"If we have a (truce) deal, it will be delayed somewhat, but it will happen," he said, adding, "It has to be done because total victory is our goal and total victory is within reach -- not months away, weeks away, once we begin the operation."</p>

<p>However,&nbsp;aid organisations and foreign governments have repeatedly expressed fears that a ground invasion of Rafah will inflict mass casualties.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


US President Joe Biden on Monday expressed hope for a ceasefire in Gaza, which he said may happen by the beginning of next week. This comes amidst escalating humanitarian concerns in the Palestinian territory.

US President Joe Biden on Monday expressed hope for a ceasefire in Gaza, which he said may happen by the beginning of next week. This comes amidst escalating humanitarian concerns in the Palestinian territory. In recent days, representatives from Egypt, Qatar, the United States, and France have been mediating between Israel and Hamas, seeking to halt the violence and secure the release of Israeli hostages held in Gaza. The deal As per an AFP report, a potential deal could involve the exchange of dozens of hostages for several hundred Palestinian detainees held by Israel. During a visit to an ice cream shop in New York City with comedian Seth Meyers, when asked about when a ceasefire might start, Biden said that his national security advisor told him "We're close, we're close, we're not done yet." He expressed optimism that it could be achieved by next Monday. Also read | Israel Army offers plan to evacuate Gaza civilians as Netanyahu says Rafah offensive vital for 'total victory' "My hope is by next Monday we'll have a ceasefire," Biden said. Previously, on Sunday, talking to CNN, White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan revealed that during the meeting in Paris, representatives from several parties, not including Gaza rulers Hamas, "came to an understanding... about what the basic contours of a hostage deal for a temporary ceasefire would look like." Additionally, "experts" from Egypt, Qatar, and the US met in Doha for talks attended by Israeli and Hamas representatives, hoping to secure a truce before the onset of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. Watch | ICJ hears final arguments on Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories What Israel and Hamas said However, talking to AFP, a Hamas source revealed that while "some new amendments" were proposed on contentious issues, "Israel did not present any substantive position on the terms of the ceasefire and the withdrawal from the Gaza Strip." While the group is insisting on the withdrawal of Israeli forces, this demand has been dismissed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as "delusional". Instead, he has been adamant that a ceasefire, if reached, will only delay an incursion into Rafah. In an interview with CBS Sunday, Netanyahu said that a ground invasion of Rafah, Gaza's southernmost city, would put Israel within weeks of "total victory" over Hamas. Also read | Middle East crisis: Satellite images show leaking UK ship Rubymar abandoned in Red Sea after Houthi attack "If we have a (truce) deal, it will be delayed somewhat, but it will happen," he said, adding, "It has to be done because total victory is our goal and total victory is within reach -- not months away, weeks away, once we begin the operation." However, aid organisations and foreign governments have repeatedly expressed fears that a ground invasion of Rafah will inflict mass casualties. (With inputs from agencies)

Israel-Hamas war: Biden expresses hope, says a ceasefire may happen 'by next Monday'

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Israel-Hamas war: Joe Biden says, 'We'll have a ceasefire by Monday'

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In the ongoing efforts to secure another Ceasefire Deal in the Israel-Hamas War, the Israeli Prime Minister has learned to have made some last-minute demands. Israeli delegates had met on Friday in Paris with Qatari, Egyptian and US mediators. Watch to know more!

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<p><em><strong>Trigger warning: Some readers may find the details of this report disturbing. Discretion is advised.</strong></em></p>

<p>A member of the United States Air Force who self-immolated outside the Israeli embassy in Washington has died, American media reported on Monday (Feb 26). The man's identity has not been revealed yet. He set himself on fire on Sunday afternoon.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The man was transported to a local hospital nearby by DC Fire and EMS after the fire was put out by the United States Secret Service (USSS).&nbsp;He was reportedly on fire for about a minute before law enforcement put it out.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/body-of-19-year-old-israeli-soldier-killed-in-hamas-attack-held-in-gaza-report-693779">Body of 19-year-old Israeli soldier killed in Hamas attack held in Gaza: Report</a></strong></p>

<h2><strong>Who is he?&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>As per reports, the man who was wearing fatigues is an active member of the US Air Force.</p>

<p>Reportedly, he was heard shouting, "I will no longer be complicit in genocide. Free Palestine," as he set himself on fire. At the time this report was published, there was no official confirmation of his alleged status as a member of the US Air Force.</p>

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<p>An Air Force spokesperson told the Washington Post they had not identified the man.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On X, the DC Police Department reported that the "MPD (Metropolitan Police Department) responded to the 3500 block of International Drive, NW, at approximately 1:00 pm&nbsp;to assist the United States Secret Service after an individual set themselves on fire in front of an embassy in the block."</p>

<p>As per subsequent statements, the USSS and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) were called in to investigate the incident.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-war-unclear-whether-hostage-deal-will-materialise-says-netanyahu-693775">Israel-Hamas war: Unclear whether hostage deal will materialise, says Netanyahu</a></strong></p>

<p>The presence of a "suspicious vehicle" also led to the involvement of MPD's Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD), which cleared it as no hazardous materials were found.</p>

<h2><strong>Protests against the war</strong></h2>

<p>Since the start of the War in Gaza, Israel's embassy in Washington has been the target of continued protests. The Israel-Hamas war started on Oct 7&nbsp;after the Palestinian Islamist group killed 1,200 Israelis and seized 253 hostages in a cross-border attack.</p>

<p>As per a CNN report, previously,&nbsp;in December 2023, a person set themselves on fire outside the Israeli Consulate in Atlanta.&nbsp;Police, at the time,&nbsp;said it&nbsp;was "likely an extreme act of political protest."&nbsp;At a news conference, police and fire officials revealed that a Palestinian flag, which was part of the protest, was recovered at the scene, along with evidence suggesting gasoline was used as an accelerant.</p>

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Trigger warning: Some readers may find the details of this report disturbing. Discretion is advised. A member of the United States Air Force who self-immolated outside the Israeli embassy in Washington has died, American media reported on Monday (Feb 26).

Trigger warning: Some readers may find the details of this report disturbing. Discretion is advised. A member of the United States Air Force who self-immolated outside the Israeli embassy in Washington has died, American media reported on Monday (Feb 26). The man's identity has not been revealed yet. He set himself on fire on Sunday afternoon. The man was transported to a local hospital nearby by DC Fire and EMS after the fire was put out by the United States Secret Service (USSS). He was reportedly on fire for about a minute before law enforcement put it out. Also read | Body of 19-year-old Israeli soldier killed in Hamas attack held in Gaza: Report Who is he? As per reports, the man who was wearing fatigues is an active member of the US Air Force. Reportedly, he was heard shouting, "I will no longer be complicit in genocide. Free Palestine," as he set himself on fire. At the time this report was published, there was no official confirmation of his alleged status as a member of the US Air Force. جندي أمريكي سابق يشعل النار بنفسه أمام سفارة الاحتلال في واشنطن، ويهتف "Free Palestine"، ويقول إن حرق نفسه أمر فظيع لكنه ليس بقدر الفظاعة التي تجري في غزة، حالته حرجة جداً . واعلنت وزارة الخارجية الاسرائيلية : "اليوم ظهراً أضرم رجل النار في نفسه خارج السفارة الإسرائيلية في… pic.twitter.com/EWfox2PFyo — Tamer | تامر (@tamerqdh) February 25, 2024 × Watch | Israel-Hamas war: Mediators from US, Qatar, Egypt & Israel in Doha for truce talks An Air Force spokesperson told the Washington Post they had not identified the man. On X, the DC Police Department reported that the "MPD (Metropolitan Police Department) responded to the 3500 block of International Drive, NW, at approximately 1:00 pm to assist the United States Secret Service after an individual set themselves on fire in front of an embassy in the block." As per subsequent statements, the USSS and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) were called in to investigate the incident. Also read | Israel-Hamas war: Unclear whether hostage deal will materialise, says Netanyahu The presence of a "suspicious vehicle" also led to the involvement of MPD's Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD), which cleared it as no hazardous materials were found. Protests against the war Since the start of the War in Gaza, Israel's embassy in Washington has been the target of continued protests. The Israel-Hamas war started on Oct 7 after the Palestinian Islamist group killed 1,200 Israelis and seized 253 hostages in a cross-border attack. As per a CNN report, previously, in December 2023, a person set themselves on fire outside the Israeli Consulate in Atlanta. Police, at the time, said it was "likely an extreme act of political protest." At a news conference, police and fire officials revealed that a Palestinian flag, which was part of the protest, was recovered at the scene, along with evidence suggesting gasoline was used as an accelerant. (With inputs from agencies)

US Air Force member who self-immolated outside Israeli embassy has died

Israel-Hamas war | Reports: Netanyahu adds last-minute conditions on new deal

<p>Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh on Monday (Feb 26) said that he had submitted his government's resignation to President Mahmud Abbas stating that Gaza now needed "new political measures" taking into consideration its current status due to the ongoing war.</p>

<p>"I submit the government's resignation to Mr President (Mahmud Abbas)," Shtayyeh said, adding that it comes in the wake of the "developments related to the aggression against the Gaza Strip and the escalation in the West Bank and Jerusalem".</p>

<p>He further said that he offered the resignation last Tuesday (Feb 20), but formally submitted it "in writing" on Monday.</p>

<p>The resignation by Shtayyeh's government, which rules parts of the occupied West Bank, comes as countries like the United States called for a reformed Palestinian Authority that would take charge of all Palestinian territories after the war in the Gaza Strip comes to an end.</p>

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<h2><strong>'Next stage of Gaza requires new measures,'&nbsp;says Shtayyeh</strong></h2>

<p>"The next stage and its challenges require new governmental and political measures that take into account the new reality in the Gaza Strip," Shtayyeh said in a brief speech announcing the resignation.</p>

<p>He also called for an inter-Palestinian consensus and the "extension of the (Palestinian) Authority's rule over the entire land of Palestine".</p>

<p><strong>WATCH | US urges ICJ not to order Israel to immediately end Palestine occupation</strong></p>

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<p>"The government was able to achieve a balance between meeting the needs of our people and providing services like infrastructure," said Shtayyeh, whose cabinet took office in 2019.</p>

<p>"We will remain in confrontation with the occupation ... and will continue to struggle to establish a state on the lands of Palestine," he said.</p>

<p>Abbas has faced growing anger since the war broke out between Israel and Hamas on October 7, 2023 after the Palestinian militant group launched unprecedented attacks against Israel.</p>

<p>Many have criticised the Palestinian president for not strongly denouncing Israel's offensive and the growing violence in the West Bank.</p>

<p>Since 2007, the Palestinian leadership has been split between the Palestinian Authority of Abbas, which exercises limited power in the West Bank, and Hamas which rules Gaza.</p>

<p>It is not yet clear if Abbas will accept the resignation immediately or wait until a new prime minister is appointed.</p>

<p>However, local media reports suggest that Abbas might appoint Mohammed Mustafa, an executive committee member of the Palestine Liberation Organisation, to head his new cabinet.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies) &nbsp;</em></p>


Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh on Monday (Feb 26) said that he had submitted his government's resignation to President Mahmud Abbas stating that Gaza now needed "new political measures" taking into consideration its current status due to the ongoing war.

Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh on Monday (Feb 26) said that he had submitted his government's resignation to President Mahmud Abbas stating that Gaza now needed "new political measures" taking into consideration its current status due to the ongoing war. "I submit the government's resignation to Mr President (Mahmud Abbas)," Shtayyeh said, adding that it comes in the wake of the "developments related to the aggression against the Gaza Strip and the escalation in the West Bank and Jerusalem". He further said that he offered the resignation last Tuesday (Feb 20), but formally submitted it "in writing" on Monday. The resignation by Shtayyeh's government, which rules parts of the occupied West Bank, comes as countries like the United States called for a reformed Palestinian Authority that would take charge of all Palestinian territories after the war in the Gaza Strip comes to an end. Also read: Satellite images show leaking UK ship abandoned in Red Sea after Houthi attack 'Next stage of Gaza requires new measures,' says Shtayyeh "The next stage and its challenges require new governmental and political measures that take into account the new reality in the Gaza Strip," Shtayyeh said in a brief speech announcing the resignation. He also called for an inter-Palestinian consensus and the "extension of the (Palestinian) Authority's rule over the entire land of Palestine". WATCH | US urges ICJ not to order Israel to immediately end Palestine occupation × "The government was able to achieve a balance between meeting the needs of our people and providing services like infrastructure," said Shtayyeh, whose cabinet took office in 2019. "We will remain in confrontation with the occupation ... and will continue to struggle to establish a state on the lands of Palestine," he said. Abbas has faced growing anger since the war broke out between Israel and Hamas on October 7, 2023 after the Palestinian militant group launched unprecedented attacks against Israel. Many have criticised the Palestinian president for not strongly denouncing Israel's offensive and the growing violence in the West Bank. Since 2007, the Palestinian leadership has been split between the Palestinian Authority of Abbas, which exercises limited power in the West Bank, and Hamas which rules Gaza. It is not yet clear if Abbas will accept the resignation immediately or wait until a new prime minister is appointed. However, local media reports suggest that Abbas might appoint Mohammed Mustafa, an executive committee member of the Palestine Liberation Organisation, to head his new cabinet. (With inputs from agencies)

West Bank government submits resignation to President Mahmoud Abbas

The West Bank Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh has resigned from his post. He has cited the situation in Gaza as the main reason behind his decision Shtayyeh says that a broad consensus is needed for a political arrangement in Gaza after Israel's war.

Israel-Hamas war: Who will govern Gaza after the war?

The Israeli Prime Minister and his office has said on Monday that the military has put forth a plan for evacuating civilians in the Gaza Strip along with an operational plan. The announcement comes as Israel threatens a full-scale invasion of Rafah which is Gaza's Southernmost city and has been so far untouched by the ground troops. Now Prime Minister Netanyahu said on Sunday that the military operation into Gaza's Rafah would put Israel within weeks of total victory over Hamas. Watch to know more!

Israel-Hamas war: Israeli military presents evacuation plan and operational plan

<p>The Israel Army on Monday (Feb 26) proposed a plan for "evacuating" civilians in the Gaza Strip. This evacuation plan which has been presented with an "operational plan" comes after the nation's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that a ground invasion of the Palestinian territory's southern city Rafah was necessary for Israel's "total victory".&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Evacuation plan</strong></h2>

<p>In a statement, the Israeli Prime Minister's office said: "The (Israeli army) presented the War Cabinet with a plan for evacuating the population from the areas of fighting in the Gaza Strip, with the upcoming operational plan."</p>

<p>However, the statement in Hebrew failed to give any additional details about how or where the civilians would be moved, reports AFP.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/man-allegedly-a-us-air-force-member-sets-himself-on-fire-outside-israeli-embassy-in-washington-dc-693816">Man, allegedly an US Air Force member, sets himself on fire outside Israeli embassy in Washington DC</a></strong></p>

<p>In an interview with CBS Sunday, Netanyahu said that a ground invasion of Rafah, Gaza's southernmost city, would put Israel within weeks of "total victory" over Hamas.</p>

<p>"If we have a (truce) deal, it will be delayed somewhat, but it will happen," he said, adding, "It has to be done because total victory is our goal and total victory is within reach -- not months away, weeks away, once we begin the operation."</p>

<h2><strong>The repercussions of a Rafah attack</strong></h2>

<p>As per media reports, aid organisations and foreign governments have repeatedly expressed fears that a ground invasion of Rafah will inflict mass casualties.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-war-unclear-whether-hostage-deal-will-materialise-says-netanyahu-693775">Israel-Hamas war: Unclear whether hostage deal will materialise, says Netanyahu</a></strong></p>

<p>Rafah, which has so far been untouched by ground troops, has amid the war become the refuge for 1.4 million Palestinians — most of them displaced from other areas.</p>

<p>It also happens to be the entry point for desperately needed aid, brought in via neighbouring Egypt.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Israel-Hamas war: Mediators from US, Qatar, Egypt &amp; Israel in Doha for truce talks</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>A ceasefire deal</strong></h2>

<p>The evacuation plan comes on the heels of the latest efforts by Egyptian, Qatari, and US "experts" to secure a truce before the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. The talks, which were also attended by Israeli and Hamas representatives, have, as per the United States, produced "an understanding" towards a ceasefire and hostage release.</p>

<p>However, as per sources in the Hamas, the group is insisting on the withdrawal of Israeli forces. This demand has been dismissed by Netanyahu as "delusional".</p>

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The Israel Army on Monday (Feb 26) proposed a plan for "evacuating" civilians in the Gaza Strip. This evacuation plan which has been presented with an "operational plan" comes after the nation's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that a ground invasion of the Palestinian territory's southern city Rafah was necessary for Israel's "total victory".

The Israel Army on Monday (Feb 26) proposed a plan for "evacuating" civilians in the Gaza Strip. This evacuation plan which has been presented with an "operational plan" comes after the nation's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that a ground invasion of the Palestinian territory's southern city Rafah was necessary for Israel's "total victory". Evacuation plan In a statement, the Israeli Prime Minister's office said: "The (Israeli army) presented the War Cabinet with a plan for evacuating the population from the areas of fighting in the Gaza Strip, with the upcoming operational plan." However, the statement in Hebrew failed to give any additional details about how or where the civilians would be moved, reports AFP. Also read | Man, allegedly an US Air Force member, sets himself on fire outside Israeli embassy in Washington DC In an interview with CBS Sunday, Netanyahu said that a ground invasion of Rafah, Gaza's southernmost city, would put Israel within weeks of "total victory" over Hamas. "If we have a (truce) deal, it will be delayed somewhat, but it will happen," he said, adding, "It has to be done because total victory is our goal and total victory is within reach -- not months away, weeks away, once we begin the operation." The repercussions of a Rafah attack As per media reports, aid organisations and foreign governments have repeatedly expressed fears that a ground invasion of Rafah will inflict mass casualties. Also read | Israel-Hamas war: Unclear whether hostage deal will materialise, says Netanyahu Rafah, which has so far been untouched by ground troops, has amid the war become the refuge for 1.4 million Palestinians — most of them displaced from other areas. It also happens to be the entry point for desperately needed aid, brought in via neighbouring Egypt. Watch | Israel-Hamas war: Mediators from US, Qatar, Egypt & Israel in Doha for truce talks A ceasefire deal The evacuation plan comes on the heels of the latest efforts by Egyptian, Qatari, and US "experts" to secure a truce before the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. The talks, which were also attended by Israeli and Hamas representatives, have, as per the United States, produced "an understanding" towards a ceasefire and hostage release. However, as per sources in the Hamas, the group is insisting on the withdrawal of Israeli forces. This demand has been dismissed by Netanyahu as "delusional". (With inputs from agencies)

Israel Army offers plan to evacuate Gaza civilians as Netanyahu says Rafah offensive vital for 'total victory'

<p>Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Friday (February 23) Israel is committing a “genocide” in the middle of a diplomatic rift caused by his remarks comparing the war in Gaza with the Nazi genocide during World War Two.</p>

<p>Lula made the comments at a state-run oil company Petrobras event in Rio on Friday where he said he supports the creation of a Palestinian state.</p>

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<p>The president's remarks last Sunday (February 18) comparing the war in Gaza to Hitler’s treatment of Jews led Israel to say he was not welcome there until he took back the comments.</p>

<p>The diplomatic spat entered a third day on Tuesday (February 20), with Brazil's foreign minister calling Israel's response to comments made by Lula da Silva on the Gaza Strip "unacceptable" and "untruthful."</p>

<p>On Saturday (Feb 24), a building was hit by an Israeli airstrike in Rafah, southern Gaza, which killed 8 Palestinians.</p>

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<p>Gaza health officials said eight Palestinians were killed and several others were wounded in an Israeli air strike on a house in Rafah where over half of the territory’s 2.3 million people were sheltering.</p>

<p>"They say it is a safe area but we have people being killed each day, we have daily shelling, where is the safe area, it is just words, it is all nonsense, there is no safe place in all of the Gaza strip," said Rafah resident Khaled Ghareez, who went on to claim that the bodies recovered were mostly of women and children.</p>

<p>The Gaza health ministry claimed said ahead of this strike, that 92 people were killed and 123 injured in the last 24 hours.</p>

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<p>The Israeli military meanwhile asserted that it had killed dozens of militants and seized weapons across Gaza since Thursday (February 22).</p>

<p>Close to 30,000 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza since Oct.7, alleges the Hamas-run Gaza health ministry on Friday (February 23).</p>

<p>Israel launched its months-long military campaign after militants from Hamas-ruled Gaza killed 1,200 people and took 253 hostages in southern Israel on Oct 7.<br />
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Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Friday (February 23) Israel is committing a “genocide” in the middle of a diplomatic rift caused by his remarks comparing the war in Gaza with the Nazi genocide during World War Two.

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Friday (February 23) Israel is committing a “genocide” in the middle of a diplomatic rift caused by his remarks comparing the war in Gaza with the Nazi genocide during World War Two. Lula made the comments at a state-run oil company Petrobras event in Rio on Friday where he said he supports the creation of a Palestinian state. Also read: Israel-Hamas war: Over 100 ‘killed’ in overnight strikes on residences in Gaza The president's remarks last Sunday (February 18) comparing the war in Gaza to Hitler’s treatment of Jews led Israel to say he was not welcome there until he took back the comments. The diplomatic spat entered a third day on Tuesday (February 20), with Brazil's foreign minister calling Israel's response to comments made by Lula da Silva on the Gaza Strip "unacceptable" and "untruthful." On Saturday (Feb 24), a building was hit by an Israeli airstrike in Rafah, southern Gaza, which killed 8 Palestinians. Also read: Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu proposes first official post-war Gaza plan Gaza health officials said eight Palestinians were killed and several others were wounded in an Israeli air strike on a house in Rafah where over half of the territory’s 2.3 million people were sheltering. "They say it is a safe area but we have people being killed each day, we have daily shelling, where is the safe area, it is just words, it is all nonsense, there is no safe place in all of the Gaza strip," said Rafah resident Khaled Ghareez, who went on to claim that the bodies recovered were mostly of women and children. The Gaza health ministry claimed said ahead of this strike, that 92 people were killed and 123 injured in the last 24 hours. Watch: Israel-Palestine war: 100,000 Indians to work in Israel; govt to hire Indian workforce? × The Israeli military meanwhile asserted that it had killed dozens of militants and seized weapons across Gaza since Thursday (February 22). Close to 30,000 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza since Oct.7, alleges the Hamas-run Gaza health ministry on Friday (February 23). Israel launched its months-long military campaign after militants from Hamas-ruled Gaza killed 1,200 people and took 253 hostages in southern Israel on Oct 7. (With inputs from agencies)

‘It’s not war, it’s genocide,’ Brazil’s Lula says of Israel after diplomatic rift

<p>The United States on Friday (Feb 23rd) announced a fresh wave of more than 500 sanctions against Russia. These sanctions announced on the second anniversary of the Ukrainian war, come after the death of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny in prison.</p>

<p>Vowing sustained pressure to stop Russian President Vladimir Putin's "war machine," President Joe Biden said that the sanctions will target more than 100 "individuals connected to Navalny's imprisonment as well as Russia’s financial sector, defence industrial base, procurement networks and sanctions evaders across multiple continents."&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What Biden said</strong></h2>

<p>Referring to the Ukraine war and Navalny's death, in a statement Biden said that the sanctions "will ensure Putin pays an even steeper price for his aggression abroad and repression at home."</p>

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<p>Biden announced that the US will implement additional export restrictions on nearly 100 entities for aiding Russia and will work towards reducing Russia's energy revenues.</p>

<p>"We are also imposing new export restrictions on nearly 100 entities for providing backdoor support for Russia's war machine," said Biden.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;France's defence minister Lecornu slams Moscow</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Russia and Sanctions</strong></h2>

<p>Since the start of the Ukraine war, the United States and its Western allies have imposed a slew of measures against Moscow. This includes blocking its financial assets, restricting high-tech exports and even setting an official cap on the sale price of Russian oil exports.</p>

<p>The latest sanctions come after Biden declared that he considers Russian President Putin responsible for the death of 47-year-old Navalny.</p>

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<p>Just a day earlier, on Thursday (Feb 22nd) he met with Navalny's wife Yulia Navalnay and their daughter Dasha in California.</p>

<p>After the meeting, he told reporters that the Putin opponent was a man of incredible courage."</p>

<p>Biden's announcement of the latest measures included a plea to Congress for new military aid to Ukraine.</p>

<p>"History is watching. The failure to support Ukraine at this critical moment will not be forgotten," said Biden.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The United States on Friday (Feb 23rd) announced a fresh wave of more than 500 sanctions against Russia. These sanctions announced on the second anniversary of the Ukrainian war, come after the death of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny in prison.

The United States on Friday (Feb 23rd) announced a fresh wave of more than 500 sanctions against Russia. These sanctions announced on the second anniversary of the Ukrainian war, come after the death of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny in prison. Vowing sustained pressure to stop Russian President Vladimir Putin's "war machine," President Joe Biden said that the sanctions will target more than 100 "individuals connected to Navalny's imprisonment as well as Russia’s financial sector, defence industrial base, procurement networks and sanctions evaders across multiple continents." What Biden said Referring to the Ukraine war and Navalny's death, in a statement Biden said that the sanctions "will ensure Putin pays an even steeper price for his aggression abroad and repression at home." Also read | US to impose sanctions on over 500 targets on anniversary of Ukraine war Biden announced that the US will implement additional export restrictions on nearly 100 entities for aiding Russia and will work towards reducing Russia's energy revenues. "We are also imposing new export restrictions on nearly 100 entities for providing backdoor support for Russia's war machine," said Biden. Watch | France's defence minister Lecornu slams Moscow × Russia and Sanctions Since the start of the Ukraine war, the United States and its Western allies have imposed a slew of measures against Moscow. This includes blocking its financial assets, restricting high-tech exports and even setting an official cap on the sale price of Russian oil exports. The latest sanctions come after Biden declared that he considers Russian President Putin responsible for the death of 47-year-old Navalny. Also read | Alexei Navalny's daughter Dasha Navalnaya offers tribute to late father in first public statement Just a day earlier, on Thursday (Feb 22nd) he met with Navalny's wife Yulia Navalnay and their daughter Dasha in California. After the meeting, he told reporters that the Putin opponent was a man of incredible courage." Biden's announcement of the latest measures included a plea to Congress for new military aid to Ukraine. "History is watching. The failure to support Ukraine at this critical moment will not be forgotten," said Biden. (With inputs from agencies)

US announces over 500 sanctions against Russia to 'ensure Putin pays an even steeper price for his aggression'

<p>US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Friday (Feb 24) that Israel's plans of building new settlements in occupied West Bank were "inconsistent with international law". He was speaking at a news conference in Buenos Aires. He said that the United States was "disappointed" after Israel's announcement and that construction of new settlements was counterproductive to enduring peace in the region.</p>

<p>"They're also inconsistent with international law. Our administration maintains a firm opposition to settlement expansion, and in our judgment this only weakens, doesn't strengthen, Israel's security," Blinken said.</p>

<p>Blinken's comment were also a signal that the US was returning to its longstanding policy, which was reversed by former US president Donald Trump.</p>

<p>In November 2019, Trump's then secretary of state Mike Pompeo announced that Washington no longer viewed Israel's settlements on West Bank land it captured in the 1967 Middle East war as "inconsistent with international law", a reversal of four decades of US policy.</p>

<p>The Biden administration has maintained that expansion of Israeli settlements was counterproductive to lasting peace. However, Blinken's comment was the first time a top official in the current administration said that expansion of settlements was inconsistent with international law.</p>

<p>Blinken's statement has come a day after Israel's far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich spoke of plans to greenlight 3300 homes to be built.</p>

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<p>Most of the units under discussion are in West Bank areas east of Jerusalem, with others south of the Palestinian town of Bethlehem, Smotrich said on Thursday.</p>

<p>The Palestinian foreign ministry condemned the Israeli settlement announcement, saying on social media that it undermined the chances of a two-state solution.</p>

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<p>Most countries consider the settlements, which in many areas cut Palestinian communities off from each other, as a violation of international law. Israel however claims a biblical birthright to the land.</p>

<p>In a briefing with reporters, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said the Biden administration was "simply reaffirming the fundamental conclusion" on the issue.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Friday (Feb 24) that Israel's plans of building new settlements in occupied West Bank were "inconsistent with international law".

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Friday (Feb 24) that Israel's plans of building new settlements in occupied West Bank were "inconsistent with international law". He was speaking at a news conference in Buenos Aires. He said that the United States was "disappointed" after Israel's announcement and that construction of new settlements was counterproductive to enduring peace in the region. "They're also inconsistent with international law. Our administration maintains a firm opposition to settlement expansion, and in our judgment this only weakens, doesn't strengthen, Israel's security," Blinken said. Blinken's comment were also a signal that the US was returning to its longstanding policy, which was reversed by former US president Donald Trump. In November 2019, Trump's then secretary of state Mike Pompeo announced that Washington no longer viewed Israel's settlements on West Bank land it captured in the 1967 Middle East war as "inconsistent with international law", a reversal of four decades of US policy. The Biden administration has maintained that expansion of Israeli settlements was counterproductive to lasting peace. However, Blinken's comment was the first time a top official in the current administration said that expansion of settlements was inconsistent with international law. Blinken's statement has come a day after Israel's far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich spoke of plans to greenlight 3300 homes to be built. Watch | Moon landing: US clinches first touchdown in 50 years × Most of the units under discussion are in West Bank areas east of Jerusalem, with others south of the Palestinian town of Bethlehem, Smotrich said on Thursday. The Palestinian foreign ministry condemned the Israeli settlement announcement, saying on social media that it undermined the chances of a two-state solution. Also Read | US announces 500+ sanctions against Russia to 'ensure Putin pays an even steeper price for his aggression' Most countries consider the settlements, which in many areas cut Palestinian communities off from each other, as a violation of international law. Israel however claims a biblical birthright to the land. In a briefing with reporters, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said the Biden administration was "simply reaffirming the fundamental conclusion" on the issue. (With inputs from agencies)

New Israeli settlements in West Bank 'inconsistent' with international law: US

#The West Asia Post |The Rafah Sinai region has been making headlines in recent days. Israel is planning to invade the cramped territory. There are reports of Egypt working on a contingency plan in case of another Palestinian displacement. Gaza's neighbours and arab nations are alarmed. Will it be a repeat of history? Ghadi Francis gets you this report.

Why Palestinian displacement in Gaza war alarms the UN and Arabs

The Israel-Hamas war cabinet decided on Thursday to send a delegation to Paris on Friday for crucial negotiations on a hostage agreement and related ceasefire in the Gaza conflict.

Israel-Hamas war: Israel's Mossad Chief heads to Paris for hostage talks

<p>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu presented a post-war plan for Gaza, which according to the Israeli media reports foresees local Palestine officials without any links to Hamas or its international confederates governing the territory.</p>

<p>In the first official proposal that Netanyahu submitted to his security cabinet late on Thursday (Feb 22), the document sees the Israeli army persisting in its war on Hamas until it achieves key goals.</p>

<p>These include dismantling Hamas and Islamic Jihad and safeguarding the release of all hostages that are held captive in Gaza.</p>

<p>After the war comes to an end, Gaza's civil affairs would be run by "local officials with administrative experience" who are "not linked to countries or entities that support terrorism", the Times of Israel newspaper reported citing key elements of Netanyahu's plan.</p>

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<p>Even after the war, the Israeli military would have "indefinite freedom" to function throughout Gaza to contain any resurgence of terror activity, as per the plan.</p>

<p>"The plan states that Israel will move forward with its already-in-motion project to establish a security buffer zone on the Palestinian side of the strip's border," the report said, adding the zone would remain "as long as there is a security need for it".</p>

<p>It also envisions Israeli security control "over the entire area west of Jordan" from the land, sea and air "to prevent the strengthening of terrorist elements in the (occupied West Bank) and the Gaza Strip and to thwart threats from them towards Israel," stated the report.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Israel-Hamas war: PM Netanyahu sends Israeli team to Paris for hostage talks</strong></p>

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<p>The proposal puts forward Gaza's "complete demilitarisation... beyond what is required for the needs of maintaining public order".</p>

<p>It seeks to elevate "de-radicalisation in all religious, educational and welfare institutions in Gaza".</p>

<p>A most significant element of the plan, as per the report, was the dismantling of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA, stated the report.</p>

<p>Israel has alleged that several UNRWA employees took part in the October 7 attack on Israel that claimed the lives of nearly 1,160 people, mostly civilians, as per an AFP tally based on official Israeli figures.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu presented a post-war plan for Gaza, which according to the Israeli media reports foresees local Palestine officials without any links to Hamas or its international confederates governing the territory.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu presented a post-war plan for Gaza, which according to the Israeli media reports foresees local Palestine officials without any links to Hamas or its international confederates governing the territory. In the first official proposal that Netanyahu submitted to his security cabinet late on Thursday (Feb 22), the document sees the Israeli army persisting in its war on Hamas until it achieves key goals. These include dismantling Hamas and Islamic Jihad and safeguarding the release of all hostages that are held captive in Gaza. After the war comes to an end, Gaza's civil affairs would be run by "local officials with administrative experience" who are "not linked to countries or entities that support terrorism", the Times of Israel newspaper reported citing key elements of Netanyahu's plan. Also read: Israel-Hamas war: Tel Aviv seeking Palestinians to manage civilian affairs in Gaza Strip Even after the war, the Israeli military would have "indefinite freedom" to function throughout Gaza to contain any resurgence of terror activity, as per the plan. "The plan states that Israel will move forward with its already-in-motion project to establish a security buffer zone on the Palestinian side of the strip's border," the report said, adding the zone would remain "as long as there is a security need for it". It also envisions Israeli security control "over the entire area west of Jordan" from the land, sea and air "to prevent the strengthening of terrorist elements in the (occupied West Bank) and the Gaza Strip and to thwart threats from them towards Israel," stated the report. Watch | Israel-Hamas war: PM Netanyahu sends Israeli team to Paris for hostage talks × The proposal puts forward Gaza's "complete demilitarisation... beyond what is required for the needs of maintaining public order". It seeks to elevate "de-radicalisation in all religious, educational and welfare institutions in Gaza". A most significant element of the plan, as per the report, was the dismantling of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA, stated the report. Israel has alleged that several UNRWA employees took part in the October 7 attack on Israel that claimed the lives of nearly 1,160 people, mostly civilians, as per an AFP tally based on official Israeli figures. (With inputs from agencies)

Israel-Hamas war: Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu proposes first official post-war Gaza plan

The United States has told the International Court of Justice (ICJ) that it should not order the unconditional withdrawal of Israeli forces from the Palestinian territories without security guarantees.

US urges ICJ not to order Israeli withdrawal from occupied Palestinian territories

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