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world-news1 year ago

"Hostage's Harrowing Tale: Captivity, Cheering Nurses, and Dramatic Release"

Judith Raanan, an American-Israeli mother, recounted the harrowing experience of being captured by Hamas militants along with her daughter and held as hostages for two weeks before their dramatic release. She described the terrifying moments of their capture and how she tried to reassure her daughter during their captivity. Raanan also shared how she kept her composure by praying and singing to her daughter while being held captive.

world-middle-east-conflict1 year ago

"Israeli Raid Forces Evacuation of Overwhelmed Gaza Hospital, Worsening Health Crisis"

Israeli troops forced medical staff at Gaza's Nasser Hospital to strip in the cold before allowing five doctors to return and treat patients, while claiming to have arrested hundreds of Hamas militants at the hospital and finding medications with the names of Israeli hostages. The hospital, lacking tap water and electricity, is facing major challenges in delivering essential supplies amid ongoing military activity, with patients dying and healthcare workers being arrested. The IDF's actions have been met with denial from Gaza's Ministry of Health and have raised concerns about the treatment of detainees and the impact on civilian healthcare in the region.

conflict2 years ago

"Deadly Israeli Air Strike Claims 50 Lives in North Gaza, Palestinian Media Reports"

At least 50 people were reportedly killed in an Israeli air strike that hit two schools sheltering displaced people in the north of the Gaza Strip, according to the official Palestinian news agency. Israeli bombs also targeted southern areas of the enclave as Israeli troops and tanks continued their ground campaign against Hamas militants. The strike hit the Daraj neighborhood in Gaza City, and the Israeli army is looking into the report. Gaza's health ministry stated that over 15,899 Palestinians, mostly women and children, have been killed in Israeli air and artillery strikes since October 7.

conflictinternational-relations2 years ago

Israeli Forces Extend Presence in Gaza: Satellite Analysis Reveals

Satellite photos analyzed by the Associated Press (AP) reveal that Israeli tanks and armored vehicles advanced further into the Gaza Strip last week, as part of an offensive against Hamas militants. The images show Israeli forces positioned just south of Gaza City's marina, with vehicles on the beach and deep impact craters from missile fire. Plumes of smoke were also seen around Gaza City, including near the main hospital, Shifa. The Israeli military did not immediately comment on the satellite photos. The war has resulted in thousands of casualties, with Israel accusing hospitals of providing cover for Hamas militants, while staff members deny the allegations.

conflict2 years ago

Israeli Air Strike Kills 19 Near Gaza Hospital, Interior Ministry Reports

Israeli forces and Hamas militants are engaged in close combat in Gaza City, with Israeli troops advancing into the heart of the city while Hamas fighters use underground tunnels to stage ambushes. Thousands of civilians have fled south to avoid being trapped in the conflict. The Israeli military claims to have destroyed 130 tunnel shafts so far. Both sides have suffered heavy losses, with Palestinian officials reporting over 10,000 deaths, including 40% children, and Israel reporting 33 soldiers killed. International alarm is growing over the humanitarian toll, with appeals for a humanitarian pause in the war to alleviate the suffering of civilians.

conflict2 years ago

"Israeli Tanks Launch Largest Raid in Gaza, Turkey's President Supports Hamas"

Israeli tanks carried out their largest raid into the Gaza Strip since the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas militants, as the Israeli government faces increasing pressure to launch a large-scale ground assault. However, Israel has agreed to delay the invasion at the request of the U.S. to allow for the placement of air defenses to protect American troops.

conflictdefense2 years ago

Israeli Defense Minister Promises Troops a Glimpse of Gaza from Within

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant told troops near the Gaza border that they would soon see Gaza "from within," indicating an imminent ground operation in the Palestinian enclave. Israel has called up over 360,000 reservists and conducted airstrikes on Gaza as part of its efforts to expel Hamas militants who control the territory. Experts predict that the operation could last for several months.

conflictsecurity2 years ago

Surviving a Music Festival Attack: A Mother's Heartbreaking Reunion

Michael Silberberg, a survivor of the Tribe of Nova music festival attack in Israel, made a split-second decision to ram his car into a motorcycle carrying two Hamas militants who were shooting at passing cars. Silberberg and his friends had already escaped the festival massacre, where hundreds of militants had killed and taken hostages. Silberberg's act neutralized one militant and injured the other, prompting a change in his perspective on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The attack, carried out by Hamas militants who breached the Israeli security fence, has led to a deadly cycle of violence, with Israel launching airstrikes on Gaza and cutting off essential supplies, while aid groups warn of a humanitarian catastrophe.