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12.12.2024

12.12.2024The Day The Last Surgeon Died While Hamas Nodded

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Palestine for 12.12.2024.

It displays 150 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

12.12.2024The Day The Last Surgeon Died While Hamas Nodded
Morning reports focused on mounting casualties in Gaza, with 37 deaths from overnight strikes. Hamas signaled acceptance of two key Israeli demands for a prisoner exchange deal, with Wall Street Journal sources suggesting implementation could begin within weeks.

The death of Dr. Said Judeh, northern Gaza's last orthopedic surgeon, marked a turning point in medical coverage capacity. He had continued working after being wounded two weeks prior. Meanwhile, targeting of aid security personnel continued, with multiple casualties reported.

Sullivan's planned regional visits dominated diplomatic coverage, with sources indicating potential deal closure this month. ICC prosecutor's statement questioning claims about Hamas presence in hospitals gained traction across outlets.

Evening brought new evacuation orders for Rimal and Sabra neighborhoods, while resistance groups reported operations across multiple fronts. Palestinian security forces acknowledged responsibility for a death in Jenin, marking unusual institutional transparency.
12.12.2024

04:41Nakhalah Lands in Cairo for Prisoner Talks

The newspapers report on developments in prisoner exchange negotiations, with a PIJ delegation headed by Al-Nakhalah arriving in Cairo (Alwatan Voice, Ultra Palestine). Multiple sources indicate progress towards an agreement expected within weeks. Meanwhile, new casualties are reported after Israeli forces targeted aid security personnel in Rafah (Arabi21, Raya Network). The resistance continues operations in Netzarim (Palestine Chronicle).

06:49Dawn Raid Claims Lives in Qalqilya

The newspapers report new casualties in the West Bank city of Qalqilya, with multiple sources covering a targeted operation resulting in one death and several injuries (Al-Quds, Al-Resalah, Felesteen News, Maan News). In Gaza, sources report 35-37 casualties from overnight strikes across various areas (Palestine News Network, Sama News). The coverage marks day 433 of the conflict, with reports of deliberate targeting of aid distribution points (Arabi21).

08:01Lentils Replace Meat as Gaza's Protein Source

The newspapers report on two new deaths in Qalqilya and Nablus (Al-Quds, Ultra Palestine), while discussing a potential prisoner exchange deal with new Israeli proposals (Alwatan Voice, Palsawa). From Gaza, sources highlight lentils becoming a protein substitute amid meat shortages (Al-Ayyam), with civil defense operations remaining suspended in northern Gaza for the 51st consecutive day (Felesteen News).

09:21Beit Lahia Bloodshed as Hamas Signals Deal

The newspapers report a major attack in Beit Lahia resulting in 55 casualties (Al-Ayyam), while Hamas signals readiness for a partial prisoner exchange deal (Alwatan Voice, Raya Network). Israeli forces issued new evacuation orders in central Gaza, with Rafah municipality reporting deliberate efforts to make the city uninhabitable (Maan News). UN appeals for funding to support 3 million Palestinians in Gaza, West Bank, and Jerusalem through 2025 (Palestine News Network).

11:30Last Gaza Surgeon Falls as Death Toll Climbs

The newspapers report an increase in Gaza's death toll to 44,835 (Al-Quds), with new statistics emerging about journalist casualties, reaching 145 since the conflict began (Quds Network). The last orthopedic surgeon in northern Gaza was reportedly killed (Felesteen News), while arrest numbers since the war's start have reached 12,100 (Maan News). The ICC prosecutor indicates claims about Hamas presence in Gaza hospitals may be exaggerated (Ultra Palestine).
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13:48Hamas Accepts Terms While Press Deaths Mount

The newspapers report Hamas signaling acceptance of two Israeli prisoner exchange demands (Palsawa, Wall Street Journal), while new arrest statistics indicate 12,100 Palestinians detained since October, including 795 children and 141 journalists (Raya Network). Reporters Without Borders designates Palestine as "most dangerous country for journalists" (Ultra Palestine), as reports emerge of the last orthopedic surgeon in northern Gaza being targeted (Quds Network, Felesteen News).

15:38Trump Breaks with Netanyahu on Gaza

The newspapers report extensive coverage of Trump's statements about Netanyahu and the Gaza war, with multiple sources highlighting his desire to end the conflict and openness to solutions beyond the two-state approach (Palsawa, Palestine News Network, Sama News). New developments include reports of theft amid aid distribution in Gaza (Al-Resalah), and a targeted attack on aid security personnel (Felesteen News), while Islamic Jihad leader Mohammed al-Hindi expresses optimism about potential prisoner exchange progress (Quds Network).
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17:58Sullivan Races to Close Gaza Deal

The newspapers report on Sullivan's upcoming visits to Doha and Cairo to finalize Gaza deal gaps (Alwatan Voice, Palsawa, Sama News), while Abu Obeida calls for increased resistance operations in the West Bank and praises Jerusalem operation (Al-Resalah, Felesteen News, Quds Network). Trump's statements about Netanyahu continue to draw coverage, with focus on trust issues (Ultra Palestine, Palestine News Network).