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israel's defence minister vowed a forceful response after a missile fired from Yemen was intercepted on Friday, in an attack claimed by the Iran-backed Huthi rebels. As we promised, we will respond forcefully in Yemen and wherever necessary," Defence Minister israel Katz said in a post on X. Earlier, israel'journalists reported explosions heard in the Jerusalem area.

israeli strikes across Gaza resulted in at least 59 deaths, including women and children, as israel prepares to intensify its campaign against Hamas. Airstrikes hit schools sheltering displaced Palestinians, causing significant casualties. Amidst escalating conflict, mediation efforts continue, but israel and Hamas remain divided on ending the war, while a US-Houthi deal raises concerns for israel.

israel's stated commitment to defending the Syrian Druze is, by the admission of some of its leaders, consistent with a long-term strategic goal -- the weakening of Syria. "The State of israel feels indebted to the Druze and their exceptional commitment to the israeli army," said Efraim Inbar, a researcher at the INSS. According to Inbar, defending the Druze is also part of the new post-Assad geopolitical landscape in which israel "is trying to protect the Druze and Kurdish minorities from the Sunni majority and prevent Turkey from extending its influence to Syria".

israel has permanently shut down six UNRWA-operated schools in east Jerusalem, impacting over 800 Palestinian students. This action follows the israel's ban on UNRWA and accusations of anti-israel sentiment in the schools' curriculum, which UNRWA denies. While israel's Education Ministry plans to integrate the students into other schools, concerns arise regarding crowded checkpoints and permit issues for the students.

israel launched airstrikes on Yemen’s Hodeidah port Monday, injuring 21, in retaliation for a Houthi missile that landed near Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport—the first to bypass israeli defenses. The Houthis vowed further attacks and warned airlines to avoid israel. The escalation highlights rising regional tensions as Yemen’s Houthis intensify actions in response to israel’s Gaza offensive.

israel has formulated a new plan for Gaza, reportedly involving the territory's conquest and potential relocation of its population southward for safety. The israeli security cabinet, led by Prime Minister Netanyahu, has approved the plan, aiming to defeat Hamas and secure the release of hostages. While israel considers humanitarian aid distribution, concerns persist regarding the blockade's impact on Gaza's 2.

A new group, Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, plans to manage aid in Gaza. This proposal, similar to israel's, aims to replace the UN system. The US supports this initiative. David Beasley is considered to lead GHF. The plan involves setting up distribution hubs with private security. Aid groups worry about neutrality and displacement. The UN calls the plan logistically unworkable.

israel would not be involved in food distribution under a US-led plan for the Gaza Strip but would provide "necessary military security", Washington's ambassador to israel, Mike Huckabee, said on Friday. "The israelis are going to be involved in providing necessary military security, because it is a war zone, but they will not be involved in the distribution of the food, or even in the bringing of the food into Gaza," the US ambassador said.

Two israeli analysts say that, standing on the front line of the international war against radical Islamist terrorism, the two countries also now share a strikingly similar strategic outlook

The Red Cross denounced the human cost of the war raging in Gaza, slamming israel's "unacceptable" full blockade on aid into the besieged and conflict-ravaged Palestinian territory. "It is unacceptable that humanitarian aid is not allowed into the Gaza Strip," Pierre Krahenbuhl, director general of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), told reporters in Geneva.

Omani Foreign Minister announced a ceasefire agreement between the US and the Houthi militia, aiming to de-escalate tensions and ensure safe passage in the Red Sea. While Trump claimed Houthi capitulation, they vowed to continue attacks on israel. Despite recent israeli strikes on Yemen, analysts doubt air strikes alone can end the conflict, deeming a ground offensive unlikely.

The Foreign Press Association Saturday called on israel to allow news media "unrestricted" access to Gaza, off-limits to outside journalists operating independently since the war there began in October 2023. "We call on israel to stop the never-ending delays, uphold the fundamental principles of press freedom and allow unrestricted entry for journalists to Gaza," the Jerusalem-based association wrote in a statement to mark World Press Freedom Day.

United Nations special envoy Geir Pedersen urged israel Saturday to halt its attacks on Syria "at once", after it carried out multiple air strikes targeting the Islamist-led authorities following sectarian violence this week. "I strongly condemn israel's continued and escalating violations of Syria's sovereignty, including multiple air strikes in Damascus and other cities," Pedersen said in a post on X, calling "for these attacks to cease at once".

Omani Foreign Minister announced a ceasefire agreement between the US and the Houthi militia, aiming to de-escalate tensions and ensure safe navigation in the Red Sea. While the Houthis haven't confirmed, they intend to continue attacks on israel. Despite recent israeli strikes, analysts doubt air strikes alone will end the conflict, deeming a ground offensive unlikely due to past failures.

Morocco faces growing protests against its ties with israel. Demonstrators target ports, seeking to block military cargo shipments. Activists face arrest, but public anger persists. The protests highlight a rift between the government's policies and popular opinion. The focus on Palestine has diverted attention from domestic issues. Political shifts are happening within the ruling party due to the ongoing conflict.

Six European countries said Wednesday that they "firmly reject any demographic or territorial change in Gaza" after israel announced plans to expand its military offensive in the Palestinian territory. An israeli military official has said the offensive would include the "conquest" of Gaza, holding territory and moving the strip's population south "for their protection".

On Friday, israel's military intercepted a missile launched from Yemen, with explosions reported near Jerusalem. This follows a recent Huthi attack on israel's Ben Gurion airport. Despite a US-brokered ceasefire focused on Red Sea shipping, the Huthis have vowed to continue targeting israel, citing solidarity with Palestinians and distinguishing their actions from the US agreement.

President Trump announced an immediate halt to US airstrikes on Yemen's Houthis, citing their pledge to stop attacking ships. The ceasefire, brokered with Omani mediation, aims to secure Red Sea shipping routes. israel, excluded from the deal, remains a Houthi target. The move drew mixed reactions, especially after sensitive military plans were accidentally shared via a group chat.

Following a Huthi missile strike on israel's Ben Gurion Airport, israeli air raids in Yemen resulted in four deaths and 39 injuries, according to Huthi sources. israel confirmed the strikes, targeting Hodeida port, allegedly used for Iranian weapons transfers, and a cement factory, deemed a key economic asset for the rebels. Tensions escalate as israel plans expanded military operations in Gaza.