Israel announced Hamas military commander Mohammed Odeh was killed in a targeted overnight strike in Gaza City. The IDF and Shin Bet said Odeh, linked to the October 7 attacks, was eliminated, marking a significant blow to Hamas’ leadership
Israel Katz threatened that Iran’s next supreme leader will be “a target for elimination,” following Israel’s strike that killed Ali Khamenei and targeted a building linked to the Assembly of Experts
Air India passengers in Tel Aviv were evacuated to shelters, and the airline has suspended flights to New Delhi for a week after Israel launched a pre-emptive strike on Iran.
Israel launched a rare strike on Beirut’s southern suburb of Haret Hreik, killing Hezbollah’s chief of staff Haytham Tabtabai along with four others and injuring 25. Israel’s Defense Minister vowed continued forceful action, while Hezbollah warned of retaliation.
Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz warned Gaza City could face destruction unless Hamas accepts ceasefire terms, including hostage release and disarmament. His statement followed PM Netanyahu’s authorisation for a possible military seizure of the city, escalating threats amid the ongoing conflict
Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz reviewed plans for a full-scale takeover of Gaza City, approved by the security Cabinet. The operation aims to defeat Hamas, rescue hostages, and end the conflict, drawing warnings from Hamas and Israeli opposition over potential human and financial costs.
US Senator Marco Rubio and Israeli leaders strongly condemned French President Emmanuel Macron’s plan to recognise Palestine at the UN, calling it reckless and dangerous. They warned the move emboldens Hamas, undermines Israel’s security, and risks fuelling further conflict
The Minister announced on Thursday that Israeli troops deployed in southern Syria "are prepared to prevent the entry of hostile forces into the area of Druze villages," adding the forces continue to monitor developments with readiness for "various scenarios".
