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Israel’s military announced it would begin to withdraw thousands of soldiers from Gaza, but said it was preparing for fighting to last throughout 2024. Follow here for live news updates.

Israel carried out the deadly strike in Lebanon on Tuesday that killed senior Hamas leader Saleh Al-Arouri, a US official told CNN. Israel did not claim responsibility for the attack. … Read More

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) says it will hold public hearings next week regarding proceedings that South Africa initiated against Israel over allegations of genocide for its war against … Read More

Israel’s military has intensified its ground offensive and issued new evacuation instructions in central and southern Gaza. Fleeing Palestinians say they have little access to food or water. Follow for … Read More

Arguments within Israel’s wartime government have spilled into the open, with sharp disagreements about the investigation into Hamas’ October 7 attacks and the vision for post-war Gaza. Follow for live … Read More

The IDF says it has completed the dismantling of Hamas’ command structure in northern Gaza. Follow for live updates.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said he’s focused on preventing a wider conflict in the Middle East during his visit to the region. He’s holding talks about the next … Read More

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has arrived in Tel Aviv ahead of key meetings with Israeli officials, as Israel ramps up its ground offensive in Gaza, even as it … Read More

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken made clear to Israel that Palestinians must be allowed to return to their homes in Gaza “as soon as conditions allow” and must not … Read More

Israel will appear before the International Court of Justice on Thursday in a high-stakes case that could determine the course of the brutal war in Gaza. Follow for live news … Read More