March
The first phase of the ceasefire agreement ended without extension, as Hamas announced no current negotiations exist for phase two. Morning reports focused on continued operations in West Bank camps, particularly Tulkarem and Nur Shams, with 16,000 residents displaced. Death toll updates indicated 48,388 casualties in Gaza.

By afternoon, Al-Qassam Brigades released new footage of Israeli prisoners pleading against family separation in exchanges, while their families urged Netanyahu not to sabotage agreements. The Mufti of Jerusalem announced Saturday as Ramadan's first day, with 70,000 worshippers attending Al-Aqsa despite restrictions.

Evening coverage shifted to Israeli media reports that Tel Aviv decided against immediate renewal of Gaza operations, allowing space for negotiations. American envoy Witkoff's planned arrival next week suggested continued diplomatic efforts despite the phase one conclusion.
Netanyahu announced the closure of Gaza crossings and halt of humanitarian aid as phase one of the ceasefire ended, marking a shift from previous negotiations. The move followed reports of his earlier rejection of a Saudi peace proposal in favor of Qatari funding to prevent Palestinian statehood.

Four Palestinians were killed in Gaza during morning strikes, while Egypt proposed extending phase one for two weeks with two prisoner exchange batches. By afternoon, the Red Cross warned of humanitarian collapse as Israel approved mobilizing 400,000 reserve soldiers.

Evening brought 75,000 worshippers to Al-Aqsa for Ramadan prayers despite restrictions. Hamas rejected phase one extension without progression to phase two, while Israeli officials discussed additional pressure measures, including water and electricity cuts. Only 15 of 60,000 required mobile homes had entered Gaza during the pause.
Following Israel's aid blockade announcement on the previous day, morning reports focused on Israeli violations of ceasefire terms and border crossing closures. By mid-morning, attention shifted to a stabbing attack at Haifa's central bus station that left one Israeli dead and four injured, with the attacker killed at the scene. Media identified him as a Druze from Shfaram.

Education officials released updated Gaza casualty figures: 12,000 students and 569 teachers killed. A Palestinian prisoner from Jenin died in Megiddo prison. By afternoon, Smotrich threatened a "quick, deadly attack" on Gaza, while water desalination stations in Deir al-Balah stopped operating. Evening reports revealed Egypt's new Gaza plan aiming to sideline Hamas, while Netanyahu declared readiness for "Renaissance War" on seven fronts. Al-Aqsa received 80,000 worshippers for first Ramadan prayers despite restrictions.
Morning reports focused on Israeli military's expansion of operations in Jenin, resulting in the death of Qassam commander Ayser Al-Saadi. The operation coincided with the closure of Gaza crossings entering its third day, amplifying concerns about food shortages.

By midday, attention shifted to Cairo's emergency Arab summit, where Egypt unveiled a six-month interim administration plan for Gaza, proposing a $53 billion reconstruction project. The plan explicitly rejected population displacement, gathering broad Arab support.

Evening brought significant institutional changes as President Abbas announced a general pardon for dismissed Fatah members and created a new PLO deputy chairman position. Meanwhile, Shin Bet published its October 7 investigation, acknowledging intelligence failures in assessing Hamas's intentions. The day concluded with reports of 80,000 worshippers attending Al-Aqsa despite restrictions.
05.03.2025
Wednesday

Day Arabs Built While Trump Talked

The Arab League adopted Egypt's $53 billion Gaza reconstruction plan, proposing a three-phase transition over five years. Israel and the US immediately rejected it, with the White House declaring Gaza "uninhabitable." By midday, Egypt announced the leadership appointments for Gaza's 6-month interim administration.

The afternoon brought revelations about Shin Bet's October 7 investigation, putting Netanyahu in a political crisis while acknowledging failures in understanding Hamas's strategy. The IDF Chief of Staff announced plans for a large-scale Gaza maneuver.

Evening headlines shifted to unprecedented direct negotiations between the Trump administration and Hamas regarding American hostages and a potential ceasefire, initially conducted without Israel's knowledge. Washington later clarified these talks were coordinated with Israel. Meanwhile, South Africa formally accused Israel of using starvation as a weapon in Gaza, as aid remained blocked at crossing points.
06.03.2025
Thursday

Day Trump Threats Met Direct Talks

Morning headlines focused on Washington's unprecedented direct negotiations with Hamas, bypassing Israeli intermediaries, while Trump issued ultimatums demanding Hamas leadership leave Gaza. By midday, reports emerged of Israeli plans to control aid distribution through Ashdod port and Ramon airport, alongside preparations for population transfer. The death of a fourth Palestinian prisoner in Israeli detention within ten days sparked new concerns.

The afternoon brought a measured response from Abu Obeida, affirming Hamas's commitment to agreements while warning against escalation. US officials revealed Israeli attempts to disrupt the Washington-Hamas communication channel. The evening saw 85,000 worshippers at Al-Aqsa despite restrictions, while three Palestinians were killed by drone strike in Shuja'iyya, marking another ceasefire violation. These developments followed Egypt's reconstruction proposal and the previous day's Arab League meeting.
Direct US-Hamas talks gained momentum as Washington bypassed Israeli intermediaries, prompting Netanyahu's government to formally protest. Hamas delegation arrived in Cairo for ceasefire negotiations while Al-Qassam Brigades released footage of captured Israeli soldier Matan Engrist appealing to Trump, marking a shift in resistance communication strategy.

90,000 worshippers attended first Ramadan Friday prayers at Al-Aqsa despite restrictions, while Israel refused Muslim access to Ibrahimi Mosque. China's foreign ministry rejected Trump's Gaza population transfer plan, reaffirming Palestinian sovereignty.

UNRWA declared Jenin, Tulkarem, and Nur Shams camps uninhabitable as Israeli operations continued. Houthi forces issued four-day ultimatum regarding Gaza aid crossings. US announced AI-powered visa restrictions targeting Hamas supporters, while public support for Israel dropped below 50% in American polls for first time since October.
08.03.2025
Saturday

Women's Day Through Gaza Sorrow

International Women's Day dominated Palestinian media, with reports highlighting 12,316 women killed in Gaza since October and 21 female prisoners in Israeli detention. Media documented 24 female journalists killed during the conflict, framing Gaza women as "icons of patience amid rubble."

Three Palestinians were killed in Israeli strikes on eastern Rafah despite the ceasefire, while seven others were wounded in attacks on rubble-clearing operations in northern Gaza. Vegetables in Gaza are being sold by individual pieces due to scarcity.

Ceasefire negotiations gained momentum as Hamas delegates in Cairo reported "positive indicators" for implementing phase two. A new American proposal emerged to release 10 Israeli captives and extend the ceasefire for 60 days. Netanyahu's office announced an Israeli delegation would travel to Doha on Monday to continue talks, shifting negotiations to Qatar.
09.03.2025
Sunday

Doha Talks Through Gaza Thirst

Morning reports focused on Hamas' approval to form an independent committee to administer Gaza while discussing ceasefire implementation with Egyptian intelligence. Multiple sources highlighted Israel cutting Gaza's electricity, threatening bakeries with complete shutdown within two weeks and desalination plants amid warnings of an unprecedented water crisis.

By midday, Palestinian casualties mounted with two killed in eastern Gaza's Shuja'iyya neighborhood while Israeli surveillance cameras appeared at Al-Aqsa Mosque entrances for Ramadan. A shift in diplomatic focus was notable as negotiations moved to Qatar, with Trump's envoy describing meetings with Hamas as "very useful" and suggesting hostage releases possible "within weeks."

Evening news revealed Hamas had proposed a comprehensive agreement including a long-term ceasefire. Thousands of Israelis reportedly blocked a Tel Aviv street demanding completion of the prisoner exchange deal as an Israeli delegation arrived in Doha to discuss a two-month truce and prisoner releases.
As the ceasefire reached its 50th day, multiple sources reported basic food supplies vanishing from Gaza markets alongside electricity cutoffs to water desalination plants, intensifying humanitarian concerns. Gaza's health ministry reported nine Palestinians killed in 24 hours, including three brothers from a drone strike in Al-Bureij camp.

Hamas claimed it showed flexibility in negotiations while awaiting results from upcoming talks, as Trump's envoy demanded Hamas surrender and disarm. Washington acknowledged direct talks with Hamas had been unsuccessful, while Israeli opposition warned that resuming war would mean "death for hostages."

In the West Bank, a Palestinian was run over and killed by an Israeli military vehicle in Jenin, followed shortly by Palestinian Authority forces killing a resistance fighter in the same area. Reports also documented alleged systematic use of Palestinians as human shields in Gaza by Israeli forces, with Israel launching an investigation into these claims.
Palestinian media reported multiple casualties in Jenin with four Palestinians killed by Israeli forces, including an elderly woman, concurrent with Palestinian Authority forces killing a resistance fighter. Hamas condemned the latter as "dangerous escalation."

Gaza humanitarian conditions deteriorated further with reports that 90% of residents cannot access clean water, while border crossings remained closed for the tenth consecutive day, exacerbating food shortages. UNRWA's Commissioner accused Israel of "weaponizing aid."

By afternoon, five Palestinians were killed in Israeli strikes near the Netsarim checkpoint despite the ceasefire. Palestinian Cabinet issued decisions addressing price gouging in Gaza amid scarcity.

Evening brought announcement of new ceasefire negotiations in Doha with Hamas expressing optimism for progress. Meanwhile, Yemeni forces declared they would block Israeli ships until Gaza crossings reopen. The PA criticized Hamas for direct communications with foreign parties as "violating Palestinian law."
West Bank operations intensified with reported house demolitions in Qalqilya and widespread arrests in Jenin, where four Palestinians, including a woman, were killed. Gaza's death toll reached 48,515 with 12 new fatalities reported in the last 24 hours.

Humanitarian conditions deteriorated further with Doctors Without Borders demanding Israel stop "collective punishment" and UNICEF warning about water shortages. Reports emphasized that 40% of Gaza patients died due to Israeli travel restrictions.

A new round of ceasefire negotiations began in Doha, showing "slight progress" by evening, while Arab ministers met to discuss Gaza reconstruction plans. Meanwhile, Trump retracted his displacement plan, stating "no one will force Gaza residents to leave," positioning himself differently from previous statements.

In Salfit, a settler was injured in a shooting operation near Ariel settlement, prompting Israel to close area entrances. Resistance security forces reported discovering Israeli surveillance devices attempting to gather intelligence about prisoners in Gaza.
UN experts formally accused Israel of genocide in Gaza through destruction of reproductive health services, with bodies of 48 martyrs, including unidentified individuals, transferred from inside Al-Shifa Hospital walls. The humanitarian crisis deepened as Gaza's border crossings remained closed for the 13th consecutive day, causing bakery shutdowns, transportation paralysis, and rapid depletion of aid supplies.

Trump envoy Amos Hochstein presented a new ceasefire proposal reportedly including a 50-day extension, with Israel responding positively. Hamas welcomed Trump's retraction of Gaza displacement statements while warning that Israeli claims about an imminent deal aimed to sidestep previous agreements.

Hamas and Islamic Jihad leadership met in Doha to discuss the new proposal, as Israeli officer testimonies emerged about using Palestinians as human shields "six times daily" in Gaza operations, prompting rights groups to call for accountability.
Hamas announced its agreement to release an American-Israeli hostage and four bodies in response to mediators' proposals, sending a delegation to Cairo for ceasefire talks. This occurred as US envoy Amos Witkoff presented a new proposal to "narrow gaps" in negotiations, building on previous days' diplomatic momentum.

Israeli forces killed four Palestinian children collecting firewood in Gaza's Zeitoun neighborhood, with a fisherman later killed in northern Gaza. A young Palestinian man was shot dead in Salem, east of Nablus, while settlers burned homes and vehicles in Khirbet al-Marajim.

Media reported US-Israeli contacts with African countries about relocating Gaza residents, which Sudan explicitly rejected. The humanitarian crisis deepened with the World Food Program unable to deliver supplies and UN warnings about returning famine conditions. Despite restrictions, 80,000 Palestinians attended Friday prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque, with 130,000 later performing evening prayers.
Hamas delegates in Cairo continued reviewing ceasefire proposals as mediator Amos Witkoff presented what sources described as a plan to "narrow gaps." This diplomatic activity followed Hamas's agreement the previous day to release an American hostage.

The morning's focus on negotiations quickly shifted after Israeli forces killed nine Palestinians, including journalists, who were distributing humanitarian aid in Beit Lahia. This incident dominated coverage throughout the day, with Hamas declaring it evidence of Israel's intent to undermine ceasefire efforts.

Humanitarian conditions deteriorated further as Rafah municipality announced it was forced to stop supplying water wells with fuel due to crossing closures, now in their 14th day. The World Food Program reported being unable to bring any supplies into Gaza since early March.

By evening, Netanyahu directed negotiators to continue talks based on Witkoff's proposal, while simultaneously ordering military preparations.
American airstrikes killed dozens in Yemen, with casualty counts escalating throughout the morning from 13 to 24 victims. The Houthis (Ansar Allah) promised retaliation while Hamas condemned the strikes as violations of international law. Yemen pledged continued support for Gaza despite the attacks.

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza intensified with the Gaza Municipality warning of a major water crisis. Death toll reached 48,572 Palestinians with 112,032 injured. Closing of crossings during Ramadan exacerbated food shortages with famine approaching.

Israeli forces burned homes in Jenin and Tulkarm refugee camps, forcing hundreds of families to evacuate. Despite restrictions, 70,000 Palestinians performed evening prayers at Al-Aqsa.

By evening, Netanyahu fired Shin Bet head Ronen Bar in what papers described as a "major political earthquake" following a "crisis of confidence." Hamas delegates met with Russian deputy foreign minister in Doha as ceasefire talks continued.
The political fallout from Netanyahu's dismissal of Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar dominated coverage, with opposition leaders attacking the decision amid reports of a "major crisis" in Israel's political establishment. The firing came after yesterday's initial reports, creating what papers described as an unprecedented situation where the security chief refused to accept his dismissal.

Gaza's humanitarian crisis worsened with UNICEF reporting one million children lacking survival necessities after 16 days of closed crossings. The Government Office in Gaza called for urgent international intervention to stop what it termed "starvation crimes."

Israeli operations continued in Tulkarem for the 50th consecutive day, with reports of home burnings and forced displacements. The death toll in Gaza reached 48,577, with the civil defense recovering 57 bodies including 40 unidentified.

Despite restrictions, 70,000 Palestinians performed evening prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque, maintaining the pattern seen on previous nights of Ramadan.
Israel resumed intense bombardment of Gaza after a period of relative calm, breaking what Palestinians described as ceasefire understandings. The death toll escalated throughout the day, from dozens in early reports to over 400 by afternoon, with 73% reported as women and children.

Hospital authorities reported inability to handle the surge in casualties amid resource shortages. Several government officials in Gaza, including Essam Al-Daalees, were killed along with Islamic Jihad spokesman Abu Hamza.

Netanyahu stated negotiations would continue "under fire," while Hamas denied Israeli claims about planning attacks, saying it engaged responsibly with mediators. Egypt invited Hamas delegates urgently to Cairo to discuss ending the violence.

Yemen launched missiles toward southern Israel in solidarity with Gaza, with Israel reporting interceptions over Negev and Dimona regions.

The resumption of hostilities occurred one day after Netanyahu fired Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar.
Israel's renewed offensive in Gaza entered its second day with striking intensity. Morning reports documented deadly airstrikes across the strip, with casualties mounting throughout the day. By afternoon, Israel had killed UN staff members when striking their office in Deir al-Balah, prompting international condemnation.

Israel launched a ground operation by midday, reestablishing control over the Netzarim corridor and severing northern Gaza from the south, which Hamas described as "complete reversal" of previous ceasefire understandings. Israeli minister Katz threatened Gazans with "destruction" and offered "migration opportunities."

A devastating airstrike on a mourning tent in Beit Lahia killed 14 Palestinians initially, with the toll rising to 24 by evening. Reports indicated 85% of Gaza's water infrastructure had been destroyed.

By evening, the Knesset approved Ben-Gvir's return to government as national security minister. Israeli analysts suggested the military operation aimed to bring him back to the coalition.
Israel's offensive in Gaza intensified for a third consecutive day, with Palestinian sources documenting 710 martyrs and 900 wounded within 48 hours, 70% being women and children. By evening, the toll had reached 591 martyrs in 72 hours.

Israel formally announced a ground operation in northern Gaza while restricting Palestinian movement along Salah al-Din Road, effectively severing northern Gaza from the south. The Indonesian Hospital director reported catastrophic humanitarian conditions with northern Gaza reportedly lacking ambulances.

Al-Qassam Brigades responded by firing rockets at Tel Aviv, temporarily disrupting Ben Gurion Airport operations. Yemen's armed forces also struck Israeli targets, with sirens sounding in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv from Houthi missiles.

Meanwhile, Israeli authorities withheld approximately $1.9 billion in Palestinian tax revenues according to the Finance Ministry, further straining Palestinian institutions amid the crisis.
Israeli military operations in Gaza continued for the fourth consecutive day with intense airstrikes reported in Khan Younis and Beit Lahia. Morning reports documented 100 Palestinian casualties since renewed hostilities began, including five children killed in a Gaza City apartment bombing.

Internal Israeli political tensions dominated morning headlines as Israel's High Court suspended Netanyahu's dismissal of Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar. Hamas claimed Bar's statements revealed Netanyahu's deliberate obstruction of negotiations.

By midday, Egypt explicitly denied reports it was preparing to shelter half a million Palestinian refugees in Sinai, while UNRWA warned only six days of flour remained for distribution in Gaza, with no aid entering since early March.

Hamas military wing launched rockets at Ashkelon in response to the ongoing bombardment. By evening, warning sirens sounded in Jerusalem and other areas following Houthi missile launches from Yemen. Israeli media reported preparations to occupy all of Gaza and impose military rule.
Hamas clarified its position on mediator Witkouf's ceasefire proposal, stating they have "no ambition to govern Gaza" while continuing discussions with mediators. This contrasts with Israeli claims that Hamas seeks to retain control.

For the first time in three months, rockets were fired from Lebanon toward Israel, triggering evacuations in Metula. Israel responded with airstrikes on southern Lebanon, resulting in six fatalities by evening.

Gaza casualties continued to mount with Palestinian health officials reporting 130 deaths in 48 hours. Eleven Palestinians were killed in afternoon strikes on Rafah, while bodies were recovered from under rubble in Gaza City.

By evening, tens of thousands of Israelis protested in Tel Aviv against Netanyahu's government, with hostage families accusing him of prolonging the war at the expense of captives' lives. The Israeli security cabinet convened a special session to discuss military operations.
The assassination of Hamas political bureau member Salah Al-Bardawil in Khan Younis dominated morning headlines, with Palestinian media reporting he was the target of Israeli airstrikes. By midday, Israel had established a directorate for displacing Gaza residents and formalized 13 West Bank settlements as the Palestinian death toll exceeded 50,000 since the war began.

Israeli forces surrounded Tel Sultan neighborhood in Rafah, trapping approximately 50,000 residents while civil defense warned of life-threatening danger. Egypt's Foreign Minister proposed a six-month Palestinian committee to govern Gaza while excluding all Palestinian factions from future administration.

By evening, Israeli forces struck Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Younis, where Hamas political bureau member Ismail Barhum was assassinated while receiving treatment in the surgery room. This marked the fifth Hamas leader killed in six days as Israel's military prepared for expanded ground operations.
Hamas reportedly accepted a new Egyptian ceasefire proposal as confirmed by multiple Palestinian sources, marking a significant development in negotiations that had stalled for days. The proposal's details emerged while Israeli forces continued operations in Gaza, particularly in Tel Sultan neighborhood in Rafah where thousands remained trapped under bombardment.

The death toll among journalists reached 208 with the assassinations of Hussam Shabat and Mohammed Mansour, drawing condemnation from press syndicates. Palestinian health officials reported 61 Palestinians killed in 24 hours, with the total death toll surpassing 50,000 since October.

Al-Qassam Brigades released a video showing two Israeli prisoners criticizing the war's resumption, while Israeli sources indicated plans for a large-scale ground operation involving 50,000 soldiers. By evening, Al-Quds Brigades launched rockets at Israeli settlements, and the UN announced reducing its presence in Gaza.
Palestinian sources reported the Gaza death toll has reached 50,144 since October, with 358 casualties in the past 24 hours. Early reports mentioned Houthi strikes on Ben Gurion Airport and a US aircraft carrier.

By mid-morning, a new Egyptian ceasefire proposal emerged, with Israel reportedly conditioning acceptance on a timeline for Hamas disarmament. Hamas spokesperson Abu Zuhri stated they hadn't withdrawn from negotiations and were considering several proposals. One source claimed Hamas had offered a 10-year truce and relinquishing Gaza governance.

The Financial Times reported Israel plans to reoccupy Gaza with Trump administration support. UNRWA warned of dangers threatening one million Gazans and reported 124,000 people displaced by recent bombardments.

In the evening, hundreds protested in northern Gaza demanding an end to the war and Hamas's withdrawal, while 100,000 performed Ramadan prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque. Israel continued searching for a new Shin Bet chief following yesterday's dismissal controversy.
The ninth day of renewed Israeli military operations in Gaza saw 29 Palestinians killed in 24 hours according to Gaza's Health Ministry, with total deaths since October surpassing 50,183. Netanyahu explicitly threatened to seize Gaza territory as pressure on Hamas, stating "If Hamas continues its stubbornness, we will control lands in Gaza."

Doctors Without Borders warned of Gaza's water system collapse, reporting increasing skin diseases due to Israel blocking water access. Euro-Med documented Israel killing 103 Palestinians daily in Gaza.

Reports emerged of Israeli plans to forcibly relocate Gazans to Indonesia, with Palestinian sources claiming 100 residents had already left.

Protests continued both in Gaza demanding an end to the war and in Israel against Netanyahu's government. Hamas official Al-Hayya claimed they responded positively to ceasefire proposals while criticizing "double standards."

The evening saw 180,000 worshippers attending Laylat al-Qadr prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque despite restrictions.
Reports in early morning confirmed Israeli forces assassinated Hamas spokesperson Abdul Latif Al-Qanoa in his tent in Jabalia, northern Gaza. By midday, death toll since October surpassed 50,208, with UNRWA reporting 180 children killed in a single day.

Israeli operations continued for the tenth consecutive day in both Gaza and West Bank, with emergency services disconnected in Rafah for five days. Civil defense reported retrieving a paramedic's body after he went missing in Rafah.

Yemen launched ballistic missiles toward central Israel, with warning sirens activated in multiple locations.

By afternoon, a new US-Qatari ceasefire proposal emerged as Egypt reported receiving "positive signals" from Israel regarding negotiations. Sources cited by Maan News suggested a ceasefire announcement could come by Sunday. An Egyptian delegation traveled to Doha for talks while Netanyahu held security consultations.

Humanitarian organizations warned 90% of Gaza residents lack access to clean water, with the WFP reporting hunger intensifying as food supplies dwindle.
Palestinian sources reported Gaza's death toll reaching 50,251, with 43 killed in the past 24 hours. The Israeli military campaign continued for its eleventh day with reports of massacres in Zeitoun neighborhood where 14 people were killed in a single bombing.

UNRWA warned no humanitarian aid had entered Gaza for three weeks, with municipal authorities describing an environmental disaster from 175,000 tons of accumulated waste. The Israeli military reportedly targeted 26 food kitchens and 37 aid centers since the conflict began.

Despite restrictions, 75,000 Palestinians performed the last Friday prayers of Ramadan at Al-Aqsa Mosque, with attendance growing to 100,000 for evening prayers.

By evening, reports emerged of potential breakthrough in ceasefire talks, with Hamas officials expressing hope for "real breakthrough" in coming days. Israeli media suggested a ceasefire announcement might coincide with Eid al-Fitr, potentially within a week.
Gaza's death toll reached 50,277 with 26 Palestinians killed in the past 24 hours. Morning newspapers reported on Israeli operations in Jenin making it "uninhabitable" with 600 homes destroyed.

By midday, Al-Qassam Brigades released a video of an Israeli hostage with the message "time is running out," showing him pleading that military force cannot free captives.

The ceasefire negotiations intensified with reports of a new Egyptian proposal. By evening, Hamas official Khalil Al-Hayya announced they had accepted a mediator-presented proposal from two days prior, emphasizing that resistance weapons remain a "red line" and rejecting displacement of Palestinians.

Netanyahu's office responded by submitting an alternative proposal coordinated with Washington.

Religious authorities announced Sunday as the first day of Eid al-Fitr in Palestine, while Israeli forces launched a new ground operation in Al-Juneina neighborhood in Rafah.
Palestinians observed Eid al-Fitr amid continued Israeli military operations across Gaza, with headlines reporting at least 30 killed on the first day of the holiday. Reports described "white shrouds replacing Eid clothes" for children killed in airstrikes.

By mid-morning, Hamas had called for increased Arab and Islamic support while Netanyahu announced plans to intensify pressure on Gaza while implementing Trump's "voluntary migration" plan.

The most significant development came in the afternoon with the recovery of bodies of 13-15 emergency personnel who had been missing in Rafah for eight days. Health officials reported finding them "handcuffed and buried together in a deep pit," describing it as a "war crime" and execution-style killing.

Meanwhile, negotiations remained deadlocked, with Hamas having accepted a mediator proposal while Netanyahu submitted a counter-proposal. The Israeli cabinet reportedly decided on escalation while obstructing negotiations.
The second day of Eid al-Fitr witnessed continued Israeli military operations across Gaza, with newspapers reporting 80 Palestinians killed in 48 hours. Medical sources provided disturbing details about the 14 paramedics found executed in Rafah, describing bodies as "bound and buried in a deep pit," prompting calls for international investigation.

By mid-morning, Israel issued evacuation orders for all Rafah residents, causing mass displacement. Hamas described this as a "dangerous escalation" while maintaining its position on the January 19 agreement.

Al-Qassam Brigades claimed detonating an Israeli tank in eastern Khan Younis, while Israel appointed a new Shin Bet chief.

A humanitarian crisis intensified with all Gaza bakeries closing due to flour shortages. By evening, Israeli media revealed details of Netanyahu's counterproposal to Hamas, while two Netanyahu advisors were arrested in the "Qatar Gate" case. Smotrich resigned from the government, reportedly due to tensions with Ben Gvir.
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