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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he has approved plans for action in Rafah. Follow for live updates.

The World Health Organization chief says he is “gravely concerned” after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu approved plans for a military offensive in Gaza’s Rafah. Follow for more live news … Read More

The Biden administration will meet with Israeli officials in Washington to discuss alternatives to a planned military ground offensive in Gaza’s southern city of Rafah. Follow for live updates.

An Israeli military raid continues at Gaza’s largest hospital, Al-Shifa, where thousands of people are sheltering in dire conditions. Follow for live updates.

Negotiations to secure a ceasefire in Gaza tied to the release of hostages held by Hamas are “getting closer” to a deal, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said. Follow … Read More

A US-proposed resolution on Gaza, which calls for a ceasefire, will be brought to a vote in the UN Security Council on Friday. Follow for live updates.

The UN Security Council has passed a resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza after the US abstained from the vote. Follow for live updates.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his country’s military has “conquered” the north of Gaza and the southern city of Khan Younis and is “preparing to enter Rafah,” where more … Read More

The UN’s top court ordered Israel to allow unhindered aid into Gaza “without delay.” Follow the latest here.

Fierce fighting is taking place across Gaza, where Palestinians face catastrophic levels of hunger due to Israel’s throttling of aid during its campaign against Hamas. Follow the latest here.