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Israeli actor Alon Aboutboul, known for roles in 'Snowfall', 'The Dark Knight Rises', and other films, died at age 60 after collapsing on a Tel Aviv beach. He was recognized for his talent and contributions to Israeli and international cinema, and is survived by his wife and four children.
Thousands of Palestinians attempted to return to their homes in northern Gaza, facing Israeli fire despite rumors of permission for women and children to cross. The IDF denies allowing return, stating the area remains an active war zone. Footage shows people fleeing as shots are fired, with casualties including a 5-year-old girl injured by Israeli soldiers. The situation highlights the ongoing conflict and displacement in the region, with many Palestinians expressing exhaustion and desperation to return home.
Hamas has rejected the latest proposal from Israel regarding a potential hostage deal, further complicating efforts to secure the release of two Israeli civilians and the remains of two soldiers held by the Palestinian militant group.
The IDF admitted to killing two Palestinian men and burying their bodies with a bulldozer after Al Jazeera released a video claiming to show the incident. The IDF stated that the men approached the operational area in central Gaza in a "suspicious manner" and didn't respond to warning shots. Al Jazeera accused the Israeli soldiers of trying to cover up the "executions," while the IDF claimed that the video represented two different incidents and denied that the second shot was the same event.
A 12-year-old Palestinian boy was shot and killed by an Israeli border police officer in Shuafat refugee camp in occupied east Jerusalem during a "violent disturbance" on the third night of Ramadan. The boy, Rami Al Halhouli, was seen holding a lit firework before being shot, and the incident has sparked controversy. The Israeli police claim the boy endangered the forces by firing aerial fireworks, while Palestinians in the area allegedly aimed Molotov cocktails and fireworks at police forces. The boy was pronounced dead at the hospital, and the shooting has reignited tensions in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Police in Peru have arrested an Iranian man, purportedly a member of Iran's Quds Force, for allegedly planning to kill an Israeli citizen in the country. The man, Majid Azizi, was apprehended in Lima, and authorities believe he entered the country on March 3. Two Peruvian citizens were also arrested in connection with the plot, and a third individual is still being sought. Azizi and the two Peruvians will remain in prison for an initial 15 days under terrorism charges. This marks the first time Peruvian authorities have announced the arrest of an alleged member of the Quds Force.
Three Palestinians opened fire at motorists near an Israeli checkpoint in the occupied West Bank, killing one person and wounding five. Two assailants were shot dead by officers and civilians at the scene, while a third was wounded. The attackers were from the West Bank city of Bethlehem. The incident comes amid rising violence in the West Bank and follows a recent shooting attack in southern Israel. Hamas praised the attack as a response to the conflict with Israel, which has escalated with an ongoing Israeli offensive in Gaza.
An Israeli organization supporting survivors of sexual abuse released a report concluding that sexual violence against Israelis during and after the Hamas-led attack on Oct. 7 was "systematic and widespread," including brutal acts of violent rape, gang rape, and mutilation of body parts. The report asserts that sexual abuse was not isolated but a clear operational strategy, with crimes committed at various locations including a rave site, kibbutzim, military bases, and against hostages in Gaza.
Israeli soldiers fired at Palestinians rushing towards aid trucks in Gaza, as the humanitarian situation in the enclave worsens. Desperation is growing as Palestinians struggle to access food and basic necessities, with limited aid allowed in by Israel. Israeli gunboats also fired on Palestinian fishing boats, threatening a vital food source. Talks for a ceasefire agreement have so far failed, with Israel warning of a potential offensive in Rafah if captives held in Gaza are not freed within the next few weeks.
A 5-year-old Palestinian girl, Hind Rajab, was found dead after being trapped in a car with her deceased relatives following an Israeli military operation in Gaza. The Palestine Red Crescent Society confirmed the deaths of the girl and two ambulance workers, and the Israeli military initially claimed unfamiliarity with the incident. A recording of Hind's cousin making a desperate call for help revealed the intense gunfire and subsequent silence before the call ended. Hind's mother expressed her devastation, sharing that her daughter had dreamed of becoming a doctor.
A 6-year-old Palestinian girl named Hind was trapped in a car for days after her family was killed by Israeli gunfire while trying to flee northern Gaza. Audio from a call shared by the Palestine Red Crescent Society captures the child's fear and desperation as she pleads for help.
Tawfic Abdel Jabbar, a 17-year-old American teenager, was killed in the West Bank under murky circumstances, sparking global attention. His family is seeking answers and justice, claiming that he was "executed." The circumstances of his death remain unclear, with conflicting reports from Israeli police and eyewitnesses. Tawfic's family and friends are grieving his loss and calling for accountability, highlighting the challenges faced by Palestinians in the West Bank amid intensifying Israeli military raids and settler violence.
The fatal shooting of an American-Palestinian teen in the occupied West Bank was described as unprovoked by the sole passenger, who stated that Israeli fire hit the back of the vehicle before it overturned. Israeli police initially claimed the shooting targeted individuals engaged in rock-throwing activities, but the witness denied this, and the White House has demanded a transparent investigation. The incident has sparked shock and anger in the village and among the teen's family, who are calling for those responsible to be prosecuted and are critical of U.S. support for Israel.
An American-Palestinian teen was fatally shot in the occupied West Bank in an incident described as unprovoked by a witness. The shooting targeted the teens, who were driving on a dirt road, and resulted in the death of 17-year-old Tawfic Abdel Jabbar, a Louisiana native. The witness denied claims of rock-throwing and stated there was no attempt to arrest them. The White House has called for a transparent investigation, and the family is seeking justice while expressing anger at U.S. support for Israel.
Palestinians in Gaza, who have been internally displaced by war, fear the idea of relocating outside the Gaza Strip due to the trauma of earlier displacements and the historical loss of their land and property. Israeli officials have expressed support for the voluntary migration of Palestinians from Gaza, but many Palestinians are determined not to leave their land, despite the destruction of their homes. Aid agencies considering temporarily transferring Gaza's civilians abroad are likely to face fierce opposition from Palestinians, as any talk of transferring Palestinians out of Gaza raises grave concerns about possible forcible mass transfer or deportation, strictly prohibited under international law.