October
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Palestinian media on October 1 focused heavily on the "Endurance Fleet" as it approached Gaza. Early reports indicated Israeli vessels and sea mines near the fleet, with Israeli naval preparations to intercept it. Concurrently, discussions around President Trump's Gaza plan continued, with Hamas expressing willingness to consider it with modifications, particularly regarding disarmament. By evening, reports confirmed the Israeli Navy had intercepted the "Endurance Fleet," with live updates from some outlets detailing confrontations and Israeli forces boarding several ships. Throughout the day, ongoing Israeli aggression in Gaza was reported, including continuous bombardment, high casualty counts, and the closure of Al-Rashid Street.
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Palestinian media focused extensively on the Israeli interception of the "Endurance Fleet" as it approached Gaza. Early reports detailed the boarding of ships and arrests of international activists, prompting international condemnation and Colombia's expulsion of the Israeli mission. Concurrently, reports emerged of an Israeli force kidnapping the daughter of Dr. Marwan Al-Hams in Khan Yunis. Throughout the day, discussions persisted regarding Donald Trump's plan to end the Gaza war, with Hamas reportedly outlining its objections and the White House indicating Trump expected a response soon, potentially setting a "red line." By evening, Egyptian and Qatari officials reportedly found flaws in Trump's plan and were working to persuade Hamas, while the EU called for Hamas to disarm.
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Palestinian media on October 3 centered on President Trump's Gaza plan. Early reports detailed Hamas's evaluation of the plan, with Egypt expressing pessimism and the US confirming "gaps." Coverage intensified with Israeli aggression in Gaza, detailing dozens of casualties and an ongoing "genocide." By midday, Trump issued an ultimatum to Hamas, setting a Sunday deadline and threatening severe consequences for rejection. Concurrently, reports emerged of a dropped clause against West Bank annexation from Trump's plan and secret White House talks with Lapid regarding Israeli officials. In the evening, Hamas announced it had delivered its response to mediators, with multiple outlets confirming its acceptance of Trump's plan. Trump then publicly called for Israel to immediately halt its bombing of Gaza, citing Hamas's positive response. President Abbas also announced presidential and legislative elections within a year after the war's end.
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Palestinian media on October 4 continued its extensive coverage of Hamas's acceptance of President Trump's peace plan. In the morning, Netanyahu stated Israel was preparing for the next phase, while Trump called for an immediate halt to Gaza bombing. This was met with international and Arab support for Hamas's response, amid reports of reduced intensity in Israeli shelling. Early afternoon reports detailed Israel's preparations for Trump's plan and the dispatch of a negotiating delegation to Cairo for talks on Gaza's future. Throughout the day, however, headlines consistently reported ongoing Israeli aggression in Gaza, including airstrikes and casualties, despite claims of reduced operations and Trump's calls for a ceasefire. By evening, a new massacre in Gaza caused numerous casualties, highlighting the continued bombardment despite the peace initiatives.
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Palestinian media on October 5 continued its focus on the ongoing Israeli aggression in Gaza, with reports of dozens of martyrs and massacres despite calls for a ceasefire. Early morning reports detailed discussions around Israel's potential withdrawal from Gaza, contingent on Hamas's acceptance of Trump's ceasefire plan. Negotiations in Cairo were a key theme, with Hamas's delegation arriving to discuss the first phase of Trump's plan. By early afternoon, reports indicated Trump's growing frustration, issuing a direct threat that Hamas would be "completely destroyed" if it chose to remain in power. Despite these threats and continued Israeli military actions, Hamas announced its agreement to surrender weapons under international supervision, leading to a tense call between Trump and Netanyahu.
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Palestinian media on October 6 focused on the ongoing ceasefire negotiations, with a Hamas delegation arriving in Cairo and Sharm el-Sheikh to discuss Trump's plan. Early reports noted Trump's optimism for a rapid conclusion to the first phase, despite continued Israeli aggression in Gaza and the West Bank. By early afternoon, an Israeli official indicated "difficult issues" might prolong the Sharm el-Sheikh talks. Later, news detailed the commencement of indirect sessions between Hamas and Israel, with reports emerging of Hamas's insistence on releasing specific high-profile prisoners. The White House expressed hope for an agreement by Sunday, and Trump stated Hamas had agreed to "very important matters."
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Palestinian media on October 7 extensively focused on the two-year anniversary of the "Al-Aqsa Flood" and the ongoing Israeli offensive in Gaza. Early reports highlighted continued Israeli aggression and reflection on the anniversary, with some sources criticizing the suspension of ICRC operations. Mid-morning saw intensified coverage of the anniversary, coupled with reports on Netanyahu's statement that the war was nearing its end but Hamas remained undefeated. Throughout the day, the anniversary served as a framework for discussing economic losses, casualties, and the humanitarian crisis. Separately, negotiations in Sharm el-Sheikh continued, with reports of positive atmospheres, discussions on Israeli withdrawal, and Hamas outlining its demands for a permanent ceasefire and prisoner exchanges. By evening, the talks were described as reaching a critical juncture, with Trump expressing confidence in an agreement.
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Palestinian media on October 8 largely focused on the advanced stages of ceasefire negotiations in Sharm el-Sheikh. Early reports highlighted the ongoing Israeli navy's attack and capture of the Freedom Flotilla and the two-year anniversary of the "war of annihilation" in Gaza. By mid-morning, the focus shifted to Hamas's demands for the bodies of Sinwar in the Cairo talks, followed by reports of optimism and the exchange of prisoner lists. Throughout the day, President Sisi extended an invitation to Trump to attend the signing of a Gaza truce agreement.
By afternoon and evening, reports increasingly indicated an agreement was imminent, possibly within hours or by Friday. Netanyahu's office confirmed drafting the first phase of the agreement, while some outlets mentioned attempts by resistance fighters to capture an Israeli soldier in Gaza. Hamas agreed to release all Israeli prisoners and postpone the delivery of bodies, with the signing of a ceasefire agreement expected today.
By afternoon and evening, reports increasingly indicated an agreement was imminent, possibly within hours or by Friday. Netanyahu's office confirmed drafting the first phase of the agreement, while some outlets mentioned attempts by resistance fighters to capture an Israeli soldier in Gaza. Hamas agreed to release all Israeli prisoners and postpone the delivery of bodies, with the signing of a ceasefire agreement expected today.
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Palestinian media on October 9 extensively covered the announcement and anticipated implementation of a Gaza ceasefire agreement. In the early morning, Hamas announced an agreement for a ceasefire in Gaza, including Israeli withdrawal and prisoner exchange. Trump confirmed the signing of the first phase of a peace plan. Throughout the day, reports detailed the agreement's imminent implementation, with Hamas submitting prisoner lists and Israel confirming the ceasefire signing for today.
By afternoon and evening, Hamas official Al-Haya formally announced a permanent ceasefire agreement, backed by American and regional guarantees. The Israeli government reportedly convened to ratify the agreement. Despite the declared truce, some reports noted continued Israeli shelling in Gaza, causing casualties, and ongoing settler attacks in the West Bank.
By afternoon and evening, Hamas official Al-Haya formally announced a permanent ceasefire agreement, backed by American and regional guarantees. The Israeli government reportedly convened to ratify the agreement. Despite the declared truce, some reports noted continued Israeli shelling in Gaza, causing casualties, and ongoing settler attacks in the West Bank.
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Palestinian media on October 10 extensively covered the official start of the Gaza ceasefire, with Israel's ratification and the Israeli army's initial withdrawal throughout the morning. Residents began returning to destroyed homes, particularly in northern Gaza. Reports also highlighted continued Israeli shelling and raids violating the ceasefire, alongside ongoing West Bank violence. By late morning and early afternoon, the Gaza Interior Ministry announced deployment in withdrawn areas to restore order. Multiple sources published lists of Palestinian prisoners slated for release in the exchange deal. Throughout the afternoon, attention shifted to Turkey's oversight role, an upcoming global summit on Gaza in Egypt planned by President Trump, and discussions around secret clauses in the ceasefire agreement.
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Palestinian media on October 11 focused extensively on the aftermath of the Gaza ceasefire, with hundreds of thousands of displaced residents returning to their destroyed homes throughout the morning. This was accompanied by the resumption of governmental and police activities in Gaza. Concurrently, reports highlighted ongoing discussions and challenges regarding the release of Palestinian prisoners, with Israel reportedly rejecting some names and families of unincluded prisoners prioritizing Gaza. By the afternoon, the prisoner exchange remained a central theme, though the exact timing was unclear. Discussions also emerged about post-war stability and reconstruction efforts, with a proposed international summit in Sharm El Sheikh to end the Gaza war, expected to include over 20 nations and led by President Trump and Sisi, becoming a prominent topic in the evening.
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Palestinian media on October 12 continued to focus on the Gaza ceasefire and prisoner exchange. In the morning, Hamas rejected disarming, stated readiness to fight if war resumes, and set a date for prisoner release. Reports detailed Israeli mistreatment of Palestinian prisoners and arrests in the West Bank targeting families of those to be released. Concurrently, half a million people returned to Gaza, with ongoing recovery of martyrs' bodies. By the afternoon, Hamas reportedly informed Israel of a possible release of 20 live prisoners today, and anticipated an Israeli withdrawal, though Hamas also denied governing Gaza during a transitional phase. Towards the evening, Palestinian media reported critical developments in the "Gaza agreement," though Qatar's Prime Minister announced a delay in difficult negotiations between Hamas and Israel until after the first phase.
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Palestinian media on October 13 extensively covered the commencement of the prisoner exchange, with Hamas publishing lists of Israeli and Palestinian prisoners set for release. Early reports confirmed the release of Israeli captives by Hamas, and preparations for the reception of Palestinian prisoners were widely detailed. As the day progressed, the arrival of liberated Palestinian prisoners in Ramallah and Gaza was extensively reported. Concurrently, a Sharm El Sheikh summit, initiated by President Trump, announced a Gaza ceasefire agreement with broad international participation. A guaranteeing document was signed by Washington and mediators. Throughout the day, Trump reiterated that the war in Gaza had ended and discussed reconstruction efforts, while Netanyahu's absence from the summit was noted.
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Palestinian media on October 14 extensively reported on the Gaza ceasefire agreement and its immediate unraveling. Morning reports focused on the Sharm El Sheikh agreement and ongoing settler attacks in the West Bank. However, by early afternoon, reports shifted to Israeli violations of the ceasefire, with multiple accounts of martyrs and injuries from bombardments and drone strikes in Gaza. Israel's decision to close the Rafah crossing and significantly reduce aid, citing Hamas's alleged failure to return bodies, became a central point of coverage. Concurrently, the exchange of bodies between Israel and Palestinian groups dominated the evening news, with Hamas reportedly handing over additional Israeli prisoner bodies to the Red Cross amidst rising Palestinian death tolls and continued Israeli incursions.
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Palestinian media on October 15 focused on Israel's decision to reopen the Rafah crossing and resume aid to Gaza, initially linked to the handover of four Israeli bodies in the morning. This developed alongside reports of ongoing Israeli attacks and the return of Palestinian bodies. Mid-morning, reports indicated the Rafah crossing would not open due to logistical reasons, even as Hamas continued to deliver Israeli bodies. By early afternoon, the Ministry of Health reported escalating casualties, and Hamas continued operations against occupation vehicles. In the evening, Hamas confirmed delivering two additional Israeli bodies, stating they had recovered all accessible ones. The Rafah crossing continued to be prepared for reopening following Egyptian pressure, while Donald Trump warned of a potential resumption of fighting if Hamas failed to comply with agreements.
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Palestinian media on October 16 initially reported Egypt's accusation that Israel was obstructing the opening of the Rafah crossing, a situation tied to ongoing body exchanges. Donald Trump issued repeated warnings that Israel might resume fighting in Gaza if Hamas did not comply with agreements. Early afternoon coverage continued to highlight Israeli delays in opening the Rafah crossing, while discussions emerged about a US plan for Gaza's reconstruction and the formation of an international force. Reports intensified regarding alleged Israeli obstruction of the second phase of the ceasefire, citing demands for the return of captives' bodies. By evening, news focused on mounting US pressure on Israel to finalize the Gaza agreement and commence Rafah's reconstruction, with the crossing potentially reopening Sunday.
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Palestinian media on October 17 began the day focused on Hamas's commitment to the ceasefire and Gaza's reconstruction, contrasted with alleged Israeli reluctance and continued reports of Israeli atrocities. By early afternoon, reports highlighted renewed Israeli violations of the ceasefire, including targeting a civilian bus and vehicle in eastern Gaza, resulting in casualties. There was also discussion of a European plan urging Trump to establish a Palestinian state, and efforts to sustain the Gaza agreement toward permanent peace. In the evening, attention returned to prisoner and body exchanges, with Hamas announcing the retrieval of an Israeli captive's body and reiterating its intent to maintain security control in Gaza during a transitional phase.
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Palestinian media on October 18 began by extensively covering a new Israeli massacre in Gaza's Al-Zaytoun neighborhood, reporting 11 martyrs, including 7 children and 3 women. This occurred amidst continued Israeli ceasefire violations and accusations of organ theft from Palestinian bodies. The return of Eliyahu Margalit's body was announced, and Hamas reiterated its commitment to the ceasefire and body returns. By early afternoon, reports focused on the resumption of education in Gaza and the gradual return to markets. The International Criminal Court reaffirmed arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant. In the evening, Netanyahu's decision to keep the Rafah crossing closed indefinitely was a central focus, seen as a ceasefire violation. Concurrently, Hamas's Qassam Brigades announced they would hand over the bodies of two Israeli captives, a development amidst ongoing ceasefire discussions.
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Palestinian media on October 19 began with Hamas accusing Netanyahu of refusing to open the Rafah crossing, a recurring point of contention from previous days. Early reports detailed ongoing Israeli military operations in Tubas, with raids and demolitions, and the Qassam Brigades delivering bodies of Israeli captives. By late morning, reporting escalated dramatically with multiple sources confirming Israeli airstrikes in Rafah and claims of two Israeli soldiers killed. Israel alleged Hamas violated the agreement, leading to security deliberations by Netanyahu. Despite Hamas denying involvement in Rafah clashes and affirming ceasefire commitment, Israeli airstrikes continued throughout the day, causing numerous martyrs and injuries. In the evening, Israel announced a return to the ceasefire, under pressure from Trump, and the decision to reopen Gaza crossings.
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Palestinian media on October 20 extensively focused on Hamas's Qassam Brigades' announcement to hand over the body of an Israeli captive. This development unfolded amidst ongoing reports of renewed Israeli airstrikes and numerous truce violations in Gaza, with some sources reporting dozens of martyrs. Discussions continued regarding a binding mechanism to address these ceasefire breaches, and US envoys Witkoff and Kushner arrived in Israel for talks, including the second phase of the Gaza agreement. In the afternoon, the death of detainee Kamal Al-Ajrami in Israeli prisons was reported, raising the toll of martyrs in detention. Later in the evening, the Israeli military confirmed the handover of the captive's body via the Red Cross.
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Palestinian media on October 21 focused on the progress of Trump's plan for Gaza. In the morning, statements from Hamas leaders, specifically Khalil Al-Hayya, confirmed the war's conclusion based on assurances from mediators and President Trump. Reports also detailed ongoing Israeli ceasefire violations and a continued focus on the killing of Hind Rajab. In the early afternoon, the visit of the Egyptian intelligence chief to Israel to solidify the Gaza agreement and Trump's plan gained prominence. Later, Washington announced a center for Gaza's reconstruction, and the US Vice President stated Trump's plan was progressing better than expected. This occurred amidst the return of 135 Palestinian bodies to Gaza, many showing signs of torture, and ongoing challenges in aid delivery.
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Palestinian media on October 22 focused extensively on the Israeli Knesset's vote on a bill to annex the West Bank, viewed as a move to undermine the Palestinian state. In the morning, discussions continued regarding post-Gaza war arrangements, with Palestinian officials arriving in Cairo for consultations. The International Court of Justice was also expected to rule on aid to Gaza. By early afternoon, reports emerged of the handover of 30 unidentified martyrs' bodies by the Red Cross to Gaza health authorities, alongside calls for aid and rubble removal. Later in the afternoon, the International Court of Justice issued rulings against Israeli practices and called for support for UNRWA in Gaza. The Knesset's preliminary approval of the West Bank annexation bill drew condemnation from Palestinian authorities, factions, and Jordan.
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Palestinian media on October 23 focused on the evolving discussions surrounding the Gaza agreement and the West Bank's status. The day began with reports of returning unidentified bodies of martyrs from Israeli detention and concerns over Israel's efforts to obstruct the Gaza agreement. Condemnation continued regarding the Knesset's vote on West Bank annexation. By mid-morning, reports emerged of a US plan to divide Gaza between Israel and Hamas, alongside ongoing challenges in humanitarian aid delivery. The US Vice President later stated that Israel would not annex the West Bank and that the Gaza agreement was holding, though the Knesset was reportedly legitimizing annexation step by step. The afternoon saw President Trump's statements against West Bank annexation and his consideration of releasing Marwan Barghouti to lead Gaza. The day concluded with extensive coverage of consultations in Cairo between Hamas and Fatah, along with Egyptian intelligence, to discuss the new phase of the Gaza agreement and post-war arrangements.
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Palestinian media on October 24 focused extensively on the Cairo negotiations, where Palestinian factions agreed on establishing an interim Palestinian committee to manage Gaza post-war. Early reports highlighted Hamas's commitment to national consensus for Gaza's governance, with the negotiations entering a critical phase for a final agreement. Throughout the day, the progress of these talks dominated coverage, culminating in the factions' announcement of an agreement for an interim administration and a call for a UN resolution to deploy ceasefire monitoring forces. Concurrently, reports noted renewed Israeli aggression, with two martyrs in Deir al-Balah and central Gaza amidst continued truce violations. The US also appointed Stephen Fagin as the civilian head of the Gaza coordination center, and discussions emerged about Gaza's reconstruction without Hamas, involving an international force.
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Palestinian media on October 25 continued to focus on the Gaza ceasefire agreement, with early reports detailing ongoing factional talks in Cairo to solidify the truce and establish an interim administration involving local residents. Concurrently, Israeli aggression in the West Bank, including a martyr in Askar camp and settler violence, was widely reported. By mid-morning, Hamas called for accelerated implementation of the Gaza agreement, with details from the Cairo talks emerging. Throughout the day, reports highlighted persistent Israeli violations of the truce in Gaza and threats to delay goods entry in response to delayed body handovers. In the late afternoon, an alleged Israeli assassination of an Islamic Jihad activist in Nuseirat was reported, alongside broader international discussions about establishing a multinational force in Gaza, with President Trump confirming participating nations.
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Palestinian media on October 26 focused on the emerging agreement between Hamas and the Palestinian Authority to appoint Amjad Al-Shawa to lead a technocratic committee in Gaza. Early reports highlighted Hamas leader Haniyeh's statements indicating readiness to hand over full administrative control, including security, to a unified Palestinian government and acceptance of any national figure for Gaza's leadership. Throughout the day, discussions evolved, culminating in reports of an agreement for Al-Shawa's appointment. However, by late evening, Fatah denied having approved the chairmanship of the administrative committee in the Gaza Strip. Concurrently, news continued to cover Israeli aggressions in Gaza and the West Bank, alongside ongoing efforts to retrieve Israeli captives' bodies in Gaza.
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Palestinian media on October 27 continued to focus on the aftermath of Israeli aggression and discussions surrounding Gaza's post-war administration. Early reports noted Hamas's agreement on transferring Gaza's administration to technocrats, while Israel's security assessment indicated Hamas would not disarm. The day saw extensive coverage of ongoing Israeli incursions and violence in the West Bank, resulting in fatalities and injuries, particularly in Hebron and Khan Yunis. Throughout the day, discussions persisted regarding the handover of Israeli captives' bodies, with Gaza's health ministry deciding on a mass burial for unidentified remains. Later, Al-Qassam Brigades announced finding a captive's body in Al-Tuffah, with plans to hand it over, sparking threats of Israeli retaliation if progress wasn't made.
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Palestinian media on October 28 extensively reported on escalating Israeli military operations in Gaza. Early morning reports detailed Israeli military operations in the West Bank, particularly near Jenin, where three Palestinians were assassinated in air raids and clashes. Concurrently, reports persisted regarding Israel receiving a captive's body from Gaza, with conflicting information on its identity and threats of retaliation against Hamas. By early afternoon, reports indicated Israel's refusal to allow Red Cross and Hamas teams into eastern Gaza to search for other captive bodies. Later in the afternoon and evening, the focus shifted dramatically to intensified Israeli military operations in Gaza, with Netanyahu reportedly ordering strong attacks and an expansion of controlled areas, leading to numerous casualties and a breach of the ceasefire.
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Palestinian media on October 29 prominently reported a renewed escalation of Israeli airstrikes on Gaza, resulting in dozens of casualties, including children, with sources highlighting a breach of the ceasefire. Early morning reports detailed dozens of casualties and an announcement by Al-Qassam Brigades of finding two captive bodies. In the late morning, Israeli announcements about resuming the ceasefire appeared, but reports continued regarding dozens killed and injured in Israeli overnight attacks. Throughout the afternoon, reports continued on Israeli violations of the Gaza ceasefire with renewed airstrikes and a rising death toll. By the evening, media continued to focus on Israeli violations of the ceasefire, with additional airstrikes and casualties in northern Gaza, along with ongoing discussions about settlement plans.
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Palestinian media on October 30 focused extensively on renewed Israeli violations of the Gaza ceasefire, with reports of airstrikes causing casualties and injuries in northern Gaza, along with the advancement of new settlement plans in Jerusalem. Discussions also continued regarding a new plan for the Gaza Strip involving the US.
Throughout the day, there was significant attention on the retrieval of bodies. Reports indicated that Al-Qassam Brigades were preparing to hand over the bodies of two Israeli prisoners, a development confirmed by Israeli sources. This exchange unfolded amidst ongoing discussions about a proposed international force for Gaza, with Washington reportedly finalizing plans for four nations to deploy troops.
By the evening, the focus remained on the proposed international force for Gaza, with reports of Washington finalizing plans for a Turkish-backed deployment and Arab/Islamic-only participation. Concerns about Israeli attempts to Judaize the Aqsa Mosque also featured, alongside an Israeli ultimatum to Hamas to evacuate elements near the "Yellow Line."
Throughout the day, there was significant attention on the retrieval of bodies. Reports indicated that Al-Qassam Brigades were preparing to hand over the bodies of two Israeli prisoners, a development confirmed by Israeli sources. This exchange unfolded amidst ongoing discussions about a proposed international force for Gaza, with Washington reportedly finalizing plans for four nations to deploy troops.
By the evening, the focus remained on the proposed international force for Gaza, with reports of Washington finalizing plans for a Turkish-backed deployment and Arab/Islamic-only participation. Concerns about Israeli attempts to Judaize the Aqsa Mosque also featured, alongside an Israeli ultimatum to Hamas to evacuate elements near the "Yellow Line."
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Palestinian media on October 31 extensively covered the renewed Israeli violations of the Gaza ceasefire, with reports emerging in the early morning of airstrikes in eastern Gaza and Khan Younis, along with the demolition of homes, leading to multiple casualties. Concurrently, Hamas was reported to have handed over two bodies.
Throughout the late morning, media focused on the return of 30 martyrs' bodies by Israeli forces. By the afternoon, reports continued on the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza, highlighting that 87% of its land had been damaged, with a Norwegian doctor describing an indescribable situation. The evening saw further reports of Israeli claims of daily killings and the return of three additional bodies. These events follow previous days' reports of ongoing ceasefire breaches and body retrievals.
Throughout the late morning, media focused on the return of 30 martyrs' bodies by Israeli forces. By the afternoon, reports continued on the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza, highlighting that 87% of its land had been damaged, with a Norwegian doctor describing an indescribable situation. The evening saw further reports of Israeli claims of daily killings and the return of three additional bodies. These events follow previous days' reports of ongoing ceasefire breaches and body retrievals.