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world-news2 years ago•7 min saved

"Israel Adjusts Military Tactics Amid Partial Troop Withdrawal from Gaza"

Israel has announced the withdrawal of several thousand troops from Gaza amidst ongoing fighting, with a focus on low-intensity campaigns against Hamas strongholds. Despite the drawdown, fierce battles continue in central and southern Gaza, where most of the population has been displaced. The U.S. has criticized inflammatory comments by Israeli ministers about resettling Palestinians, and a top Hamas official was killed in Beirut. The Israeli Defense Minister has stated that the war against Hamas is not ending soon. Meanwhile, children in Gaza are being vaccinated amid the conflict, and Israel plans to defend itself against genocide accusations at the International Court of Justice. Additionally, Israeli forces killed four Palestinian militants in the West Bank, and the UK has sent aid to Gaza via Egypt. Finally, Israeli airstrikes have targeted the outskirts of Damascus, causing material damage.

via The Associated Press|

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world-news2 years ago•12 min saved

"Israel Redeploys Troops Amid Ongoing Gaza Conflict with Rising Death Toll"

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have begun withdrawing some troops from Gaza amidst ongoing conflict with Hamas, with the IDF securing a Hamas intelligence center and engaging in close-quarter combat in Gaza City. The Gaza death toll has risen to over 22,000, with recent bombardments killing several people at the Palestinian Red Crescent Society headquarters in Khan Younis. Israel's Supreme Court has struck down a government plan to limit judicial powers, potentially reigniting domestic tensions. The IDF anticipates warfare in Gaza to continue throughout 2024, even as it starts to reduce troop numbers in the territory. Meanwhile, Hezbollah and Syrian army targets have been struck by Israeli jets in response to cross-border fire, and the US has been pressing Israel to move towards a more targeted phase of fighting against Hamas.

via CNN|

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conflict-and-war2 years ago•3 min saved

"Israel Announces Partial Troop Withdrawal from Gaza Amidst Conflict Strategy Shift"

Israel is scaling back its military presence in Gaza, partially demobilizing reservists to bolster the economy, as the conflict with Hamas enters a new phase focused on targeted operations. The move comes amid a protracted war that has caused significant casualties and destruction. Some Israeli forces are being repositioned to prepare for potential hostilities with Hezbollah in Lebanon, with the war expected to last at least six more months. Despite the troop reduction, Israel remains committed to its objective of weakening Hamas and recovering hostages, while also facing international pressure to minimize civilian harm.

via Reuters|

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