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Gaza City Braces for Intense Urban Warfare as Israeli Forces Encircle Centre

2025-09-25 CoolPal

Gaza City Braces for Intense Urban Warfare as Israeli Forces Encircle Centre Gaza City is on the precipice of intense urban warfare as Israeli forces have reportedly advanced to its centre, with Hamas fighters preparing for a ‘final, decisive battle.’ This escalation follows large-scale air strikes and demolitions that have paved the way for Israel’s ground offensive. Verified footage places an Israeli tank approximately 1.5km from the central al-Shifa hospital, a critical location within Gaza City. Israeli armoured vehicles have…

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Israeli Forces Push Deeper into Gaza City Amid Intense Combat and Mounting Humanitarian Crisis

2025-09-24 CoolPal

Israeli Forces Push Deeper into Gaza City Amid Intense Combat and Mounting Humanitarian Crisis Israeli forces have significantly deepened their incursion into Gaza City over the past 24 hours, with tanks now reported in multiple neighborhoods, including the western area known as Beach Camp. Journalists on the ground describe heavy shelling, widespread explosions, and continuous gunfire as the ground assault, which commenced on Sunday, intensifies. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are reportedly utilizing armored vehicles packed with explosives to demolish…

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Gaza City Exodus Intensifies: Humanitarian Crisis Deepens Amid Israeli Military Push

2025-09-12 CoolPal

Gaza City Exodus Intensifies: Humanitarian Crisis Deepens Amid Israeli Military Push A mass exodus is underway in Gaza City following an Israeli military evacuation order issued on September 9, compelling nearly a million residents to flee as Israel prepares for an intensified operation. Satellite imagery from September 4, 2025, already showed tents crowding nearly every available space, a stark contrast to just six months prior, indicating widespread displacement. The humanitarian situation is dire. Photos and videos from Tuesday, September 10,…

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Tunisia Launches Investigation into Alleged Drone Strikes on Gaza Aid Flotilla

2025-09-11 CoolPal

Tunisia Launches Investigation into Alleged Drone Strikes on Gaza Aid Flotilla Tunisia has initiated an investigation into alleged drone strikes targeting the Sumud Global Flotilla, an aid convoy destined for Gaza. The North African nation described the incidents as an “orchestrated assault” on the vessels, which were set to depart from Sidi Bou Said in a significant act of solidarity with the Palestinian people against the Israeli blockade. Authorities are actively probing the reported attacks, which occurred as the flotilla…

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Israel Doubts Success of Qatar Strike Targeting Hamas Leaders

2025-09-11 CoolPal

Israel Doubts Success of Qatar Strike Targeting Hamas Leaders Israeli officials are increasingly casting doubt on the effectiveness of a recent strike in Qatar aimed at the leadership of the Hamas terror group. While the operation, dubbed “Operation Summit of Fire,” took place on Tuesday, September 9th, sources within Israel’s defense and intelligence community are now expressing significant pessimism regarding its lethality against top targets. Reports from Hebrew-language outlets, citing anonymous officials, indicate that initial optimism is fading, with no…

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Israel Strikes Hamas Leadership in Qatar: Leaders Claim Survival Amidst Escalating Tensions

2025-09-10 CoolPal

Israel Strikes Hamas Leadership in Qatar: Leaders Claim Survival Amidst Escalating Tensions An unprecedented Israeli operation on September 9, 2025, targeted Hamas leadership in Doha, Qatar, sending shockwaves across the Middle East. Initial reports confirmed Israel’s direct strike aimed at key figures within the militant group. However, Hamas officials have swiftly responded, asserting that their leaders survived the attack. This claim, if substantiated, would significantly alter the immediate impact of the audacious operation. The incident marks a critical escalation in…

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Breaking: Israel Confirms Strike on Senior Hamas Leaders in Qatar, Targeting Chief Negotiator

2025-09-10 CoolPal

Breaking: Israel Confirms Strike on Senior Hamas Leaders in Qatar, Targeting Chief Negotiator Reports are confirming an Israeli military strike in Qatar that targeted senior Hamas leaders, including the group’s chief negotiator, Khalil al-Hayya, and exiled West Bank leader, Zaher Jabarin. Details surrounding the operation are still emerging, with Israeli officials stating they are awaiting the results of the strike. A Hamas official reportedly confirmed that members of their negotiation team were targeted during a meeting. This action follows a…

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Israel Orders Full Gaza City Evacuation Amid Intensifying Ground Offensive

2025-09-09 CoolPal

Israel Orders Full Gaza City Evacuation Amid Intensifying Ground Offensive The Israeli military has issued a full evacuation order for all residents of Gaza City today, September 9, 2025, urging them to move south to the designated humanitarian zone of Al-Mawasi. An IDF spokesperson emphasized the extreme danger of remaining in the city as ground operations intensify. This directive follows Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government approving a plan to seize Gaza City, the largest urban center in the besieged enclave,…

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Israel Confirms Killing of Top Hamas Spokesman Abu Obeida in Gaza Airstrike

2025-09-01 CoolPal

Israel Confirms Killing of Top Hamas Spokesman Abu Obeida in Gaza Airstrike Israel has officially announced the death of notorious Hamas spokesman Hudayfa Samir Abdallah al-Kahlout, widely known as Abu Obeida. He was reportedly killed in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza City over the weekend. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed the identification at a cabinet meeting on Sunday, following earlier reports that suggested the strike targeted a senior Hamas operative. Defense Minister Israel Katz confirmed the successful operation, stating on…

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Israel Declares Gaza City Combat Zone, Intensifies Offensive Amid Rising Casualties

2025-08-30 CoolPal

Israel Declares Gaza City Combat Zone, Intensifies Offensive Amid Rising Casualties Israel has officially declared Gaza City, the largest urban center in the Gaza Strip, a dangerous combat zone, signaling a significant escalation in its military operations. The announcement on Friday coincided with the launch of what the army described as the “initial stages” of a planned offensive, which has already drawn widespread international condemnation. The resumption of intense fighting has led to a dramatic increase in casualties. Health officials…

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Gaza Braces for Major IDF Offensive After Deadly Weekend Strikes

2025-08-24 CoolPal

Gaza Braces for Major IDF Offensive After Deadly Weekend Strikes Gaza is on high alert as the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reportedly prepares for a major offensive to conquer Gaza City, following a weekend of intense strikes that Palestinian media claim killed at least 34 people on Saturday alone. The escalating conflict has led to preparations for mass evacuations, with the European Hospital in southern Gaza’s Khan Younis being renovated to accommodate an expected influx of displaced civilians. Reports from…

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Israel Mobilizes 60,000 Reservists for Imminent Gaza City Offensive

2025-08-21 CoolPal

Israel Mobilizes 60,000 Reservists for Imminent Gaza City Offensive Israel is poised to launch a major ground offensive to capture and occupy Gaza City, mobilizing approximately 60,000 reservists for the operation. These troops are expected to report for duty in September as part of “Operation Gideon’s Chariots,” which commenced in May and has already seen the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) gain control of over 75% of the Gaza Strip. Defence Minister Israel Katz approved the offensive plan earlier this week,…

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Breaking: Iraq Begins Excavation of Major ISIS Mass Grave

2025-08-18 CoolPal

Breaking: Iraq Begins Excavation of Major ISIS Mass Grave Iraqi authorities have commenced the sensitive and somber task of excavating a large mass grave believed to contain victims of the Islamic State (ISIS) group. The operation, which began just hours ago, marks a critical step in documenting the extremist group’s atrocities and bringing a measure of closure to families of the disappeared. This latest discovery underscores the enduring legacy of violence left by ISIS in areas it once controlled, as…

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Gaza Faces Impending Mass Displacement as Israeli Offensive Intensifies, Sparking Widespread Fear

2025-08-18 CoolPal

Gaza Faces Impending Mass Displacement as Israeli Offensive Intensifies, Sparking Widespread Fear Gaza City is gripped by widespread fear and anxiety following an announcement from the Israeli military confirming preparations for the forcible displacement of 1 million people. This directive comes amidst an intensified Israeli offensive and escalating humanitarian crisis in the Palestinian territory. The Israeli Coordination of Government Activities in the Palestinian Territories (COGAT) stated that provisions for tents and shelter equipment would resume for civilians transferring from combat…

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Gaza Aid Convoy Attack Kills Dozens Amid Renewed Ceasefire Efforts

2025-08-14 CoolPal

Gaza Aid Convoy Attack Kills Dozens Amid Renewed Ceasefire Efforts At least 25 individuals seeking humanitarian aid in Gaza were killed on Wednesday by Israeli gunfire, according to health officials and witnesses. The incident occurred as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated his stance on the ‘voluntary migration’ of Palestinians from the war-torn territory, a policy critics liken to ethnic cleansing. The fatalities were reported by staff at Nasser and Awda hospitals, with victims reportedly shot en route to aid distribution…

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Gaza City Under Relentless Attack as International Community Warns of ‘Unfolding Famine’

2025-08-13 CoolPal

Gaza City Under Relentless Attack as International Community Warns of ‘Unfolding Famine’ Gaza City is currently facing an intensified Israeli bombardment as forces reportedly prepare for an expanded ground operation to take full control of the area. This escalation coincides with urgent international demands for action against a rapidly worsening humanitarian crisis, with multiple nations and organizations warning of an unfolding famine. The United Kingdom, European Union, Australia, Canada, and Japan have issued a joint statement asserting that “famine is…

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Israeli Rights Groups Renew Genocide Allegations Amid Gaza Conflict

2025-07-29 CoolPal

Israeli Rights Groups Renew Genocide Allegations Amid Gaza Conflict Two leading Israeli human rights organizations, B’Tselem and Physicians for Human Rights Israel, have reiterated their grave accusations against the Israeli government, alleging it is committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. The groups assert that Palestinians have been ‘stripped of their humanity and rights,’ and accuse Israel of systematically dismantling Gaza’s healthcare infrastructure. In their joint reports, presented at a press conference in Jerusalem, the NGOs claim Israel is executing ‘coordinated,…

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Israel Implements Daily Pauses in Gaza for Humanitarian Aid Amid Global Pressure

2025-07-28 CoolPal

Israel Implements Daily Pauses in Gaza for Humanitarian Aid Amid Global Pressure Israel’s military has initiated daily ten-hour pauses in fighting across Gaza’s major population centers, including Gaza City, Deir al Balah, and Al-Mawasi. This significant operational change, which began Sunday, aims to facilitate the urgent delivery of increased food and humanitarian aid into the besieged territory. The decision comes amidst escalating international condemnation over Israel’s restrictions on aid flow, with organizations like the World Health Organization warning of mass…

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Gaza on Brink of Mass Starvation Amid Stalled Ceasefire Talks and Escalating Humanitarian Crisis

2025-07-26 CoolPal

Gaza on Brink of Mass Starvation Amid Stalled Ceasefire Talks and Escalating Humanitarian Crisis Gaza is teetering on the precipice of a full-blown catastrophe, with urgent warnings of “mass starvation” as diplomatic efforts to secure a ceasefire remain stalled. Recent reports, including data up to July 24, 2025, highlight a rapidly deteriorating humanitarian situation marked by staggering casualties, widespread hunger, and a near-total collapse of essential services. The latest figures from Gaza’s Health Ministry reveal an alarming toll of 59,587…

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Gaza’s Frontline Journalists Battle Starvation, Illness Amid Deepening Crisis

2025-07-25 CoolPal

Gaza’s Frontline Journalists Battle Starvation, Illness Amid Deepening Crisis Freelance journalists working for the BBC and other major news outlets in Gaza are facing extreme hunger, illness, and financial hardship, struggling daily to feed their families amid the ongoing conflict. These reporters, who serve as the world’s primary eyes and ears on the ground, describe a dire humanitarian situation that mirrors the suffering they are covering. Many have gone days without food, experiencing severe weight loss, dizziness, and an inability…

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New Gaza Front: IDF Launches Ground Operation in Deir al-Balah

2025-07-22 CoolPal

New Gaza Front: IDF Launches Ground Operation in Deir al-Balah Israeli tanks rolled into Deir al-Balah in central Gaza on Monday, marking the first ground operation in this area since the 21-month conflict began. The move follows intense overnight aerial and artillery strikes, with the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirming an expanded presence in previously untouched zones. The operation, reportedly initiated by the IDF’s Golani Brigade, began after an evacuation order was issued for a nearly 6 square kilometer area…

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IDF Launches Ground Offensive in Deir al-Balah, Sparking Urgent Humanitarian Concerns

2025-07-22 CoolPal

IDF Launches Ground Offensive in Deir al-Balah, Sparking Urgent Humanitarian Concerns Israeli tanks have for the first time rolled into Deir al-Balah, a city in central Gaza previously untouched by ground operations in the 21-month conflict. The incursion, which began Monday, follows intense aerial and artillery strikes overnight and precedes a planned multi-week maneuver by the IDF’s Golani Brigade. The operation has triggered immediate alarm among aid agencies and human rights organizations. The UN’s Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian…

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Dozens Killed in Latest Gaza Aid Distribution Incident Amid Disputed Accounts

2025-07-20 CoolPal

Dozens Killed in Latest Gaza Aid Distribution Incident Amid Disputed Accounts At least 32 Palestinians seeking food were killed by Israeli gunfire near aid distribution points in southern Gaza, specifically close to Khan Younis and Rafah, according to the territory’s Hamas-run health ministry. Dozens more were reportedly injured in the incident, which occurred near two sites operated by the US and Israeli-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF). The GHF has denied any incidents “at or near” their locations, acknowledging only “Israel…

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Dozens Dead in Gaza Aid Incidents as Israeli Fire and Chaos Plague Food Distribution

2025-07-19 CoolPal

Dozens Dead in Gaza Aid Incidents as Israeli Fire and Chaos Plague Food Distribution At least 32 Palestinians were killed earlier this week while attempting to reach food distribution sites in southern Gaza, according to Gaza authorities and eyewitness accounts. The incidents involved Israeli troops opening fire on crowds seeking vital aid, further exacerbating the region’s severe humanitarian crisis. Witnesses and hospital officials reported two primary incidents on Saturday, July 12, near hubs operated by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF)….

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Syrian Government Prepares Return to Sweida Amid Renewed Druze-Bedouin Clashes, Humanitarian Crisis Deepens

2025-07-19 CoolPal

Syrian Government Prepares Return to Sweida Amid Renewed Druze-Bedouin Clashes, Humanitarian Crisis Deepens The humanitarian crisis in southern Syria’s Sweida province is deepening as government forces prepare to return following renewed clashes between Druze armed groups and Bedouin clans. This development comes after a fragile ceasefire announced earlier in the week failed to halt the violence, which has already displaced tens of thousands of people. Syrian officials confirmed negotiations were underway with Druze factions for government re-entry to restore stability,…

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US Intelligence Confirms Iranian President Pezeshkian Injured in Past Israeli Strike

2025-07-18 CoolPal

US Intelligence Confirms Iranian President Pezeshkian Injured in Past Israeli Strike U.S. intelligence sources have confirmed that Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian sustained injuries during an Israeli attack on Iran last month. This confirmation supports earlier reports from Iranian state media. According to the intelligence sources, Pezeshkian was attending a Supreme National Security Council meeting when the strike occurred. Iranian state media indicated he suffered leg injuries while escaping through an emergency shaft. The question of whether Pezeshkian was an intentional…

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Israel Expresses Deep Regret After Deadly Strike Hits Gaza Catholic Church

2025-07-18 CoolPal

Israel Expresses Deep Regret After Deadly Strike Hits Gaza Catholic Church Israel has expressed profound regret following a deadly strike on Gaza’s Holy Family Church on Thursday, an incident that killed three people sheltering inside and injured several others. The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem, overseeing the small parish, confirmed the casualties. The incident drew immediate international condemnation and calls for de-escalation. Pope Leo XIV conveyed his deep sorrow over the loss of life and injury, reiterating his urgent call for…

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Gaza Strike Kills Children as Israeli Military Admits ‘Technical Error’

2025-07-14 CoolPal

Gaza Strike Kills Children as Israeli Military Admits ‘Technical Error’ At least ten Palestinians, including six children, were killed in an Israeli air strike on Sunday while queuing for water in central Gaza. The incident, which occurred at a water distribution point in al-Nuseirat refugee camp, prompted the Israeli military to acknowledge a “technical error,” stating a munition fell “dozens of meters” from its intended target, an Islamic Jihad “terrorist.” The military has initiated a review of the strike. Eyewitnesses…

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Israeli Strike Kills 10 Children at Gaza Medical Point Amid Escalating Violence

2025-07-11 CoolPal

Israeli Strike Kills 10 Children at Gaza Medical Point Amid Escalating Violence An Israeli strike in central Gaza has resulted in the deaths of at least 15 people, including 10 children, who were reportedly queuing for medical treatment and nutritional supplements outside a medical facility in Deir al-Balah. The incident occurred on Thursday morning amidst a significant escalation of Israeli attacks across the strip, which have claimed 82 lives in total over the past 24 hours. Project Hope, the organization…

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Gaza Crisis: Children Killed in Israeli Strike Amid Stalled Ceasefire Talks

2025-07-10 CoolPal

Gaza Crisis: Children Killed in Israeli Strike Amid Stalled Ceasefire Talks A recent Israeli strike in Gaza has reportedly killed multiple children who were queuing for nutritional supplements, according to Al-Aqsa Martyrs hospital. Graphic footage from the hospital depicted the tragic scene, with medics attending to the wounded and the bodies of several children on the floor. Relatives at the mortuary mourned as they prepared the victims for burial, with one woman confirming her pregnant niece and daughter were among…

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Ayatollah Khamenei Makes First Public Appearance Since Iran-Israel War Amidst Internet Disruptions

2025-07-06 CoolPal

Ayatollah Khamenei Makes First Public Appearance Since Iran-Israel War Amidst Internet Disruptions Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s Supreme Leader, made his first public appearance today, Saturday, July 6, 2025, since the conclusion of the 12-day war with Israel. His emergence from what had been perceived as seclusion coincided with widespread reports of a major internet disruption across Iran. Khamenei attended a mourning ceremony in Tehran on the eve of Ashoura, an important Shiite commemoration. State television showed him acknowledging a chanting…

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Iran’s Judiciary Confirms 71 Dead in Israeli Attack on Evin Prison

2025-06-29 CoolPal

Iran’s Judiciary Confirms 71 Dead in Israeli Attack on Evin Prison DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran’s judiciary announced Sunday that at least 71 individuals were killed in Israel’s recent attack on Tehran’s infamous Evin prison. The facility is widely known for holding political prisoners and dissidents. Judiciary spokesperson Asghar Jahangir, in a statement posted on the Mizan news agency website, detailed that the casualties from Monday’s assault included prison staff, soldiers, inmates, and even members of visiting families….

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Israeli Prime Minister Slams Report Alleging Troops Fired on Unarmed Gaza Crowds

2025-06-28 CoolPal

Israeli Prime Minister Slams Report Alleging Troops Fired on Unarmed Gaza Crowds Israel’s Prime Minister has vehemently denounced a recent report published by the Israeli newspaper Haaretz, which quoted Israeli soldiers claiming their commanders issued orders to open fire on unarmed civilians near food distribution points in Gaza. The explosive allegations describe a “killing field” scenario, sparking immediate and strong condemnation from the nation’s leadership. The report from Haaretz details accusations from soldiers suggesting a deliberate policy regarding engagement around…

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