Mario Nawfal

🚨BREAKING: 50 HOSTAGES TO BE RETURNED | AIRSTRIKES CEASED - The Red Cross is set to receive around 50 abductees with dual citizenship - Israeli airstrikes on Gaza have ceased to allow safe access for Red Cross personnel - The transfer is expected in the Khan Yunis area in the south of Gaza - A deal is anticipated if no new obstacles arise in the hours ahead - Qatari mediation is a crucial part of the process Source: Al Arabiya

🚨JUST IN: New York Times Retracts Blame on Israel for Hospital Bombing - Almost a week after accusing Israel of bombing Al Ahli Hospital in Gaza City and killing hundreds of people, Hamas has yet to provide any evidence linking Israel to the incident - In response to a New York Times request, Hamas reported being unable to find any ammunition parts in the area - A senior Hamas official explained that "the missile dissolved in the air like salt in water. It dissipated. Nothing remained"

🚨JUST IN - British Prime Minister: The missile that targeted the Baptist Hospital in Gaza was likely launched from the Gaza Strip Source: Al Arabiya

"Keep remaining prepared for the offensive, because it will come. We are preparing thoroughly, it will be a lethal attack, it will be a combined attack from land, sea, and air." - Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant speaking to Navy Sailors Source: Times of Israel

🚨JUST IN - Biden Spokesman on Israel's Situation and American Safety: - We are very focused on making sure that Israel has what it needs to continue its operations against Hamas - We don't see an indication that a major player is willing to escalate in a major way in Israel - We have witnessed disturbing attacks, and we must do what it takes to protect our forces, especially in Iraq and Syria - We have strengthened our capabilities in the region and are monitoring the situation, and there is no indication that one of the main players wants to escalate significantly - We are working with the Israelis and Egyptians to get hundreds of Americans stranded at the Rafah crossing, and this is very difficult

🚨JUST IN - British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak: - Hezbollah's attack on the northern border shows that there are those seeking escalation in the region - Collective work must continue to deliver humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip - The limited opening of the Rafah crossing is not enough, and we will continue diplomatic pressure - Hamas is not only a threat to Israel, but to many in the region - All available evidence regarding the attack on the Baptist Hospital in Gaza must be considered - We stand with Israel in its self-defense against terrorism, with the need to avoid killing civilians in Gaza - Our support for the two-state solution should not be just words we repeat at times like these

JUST IN: 50 Hostages to be Released - As a result of Secretary of State Antony Blinken's talks with Qatar, the potential release of 50 foreign hostages who hold foreign and dual passports, is now on the horizon - It's important to consider that Hamas has cautioned that a ground invasion may impact the likelihood of hostages being released

🚨JUST IN: U.S. Concerns about Hamas Entering the Border - CBP has reported a notable increase in terror watchlist encounters near the U.S. border in recent months - Concerns have been raised about the potential infiltration of individuals associated with groups like Hamas, Hezbollah, and Islamic Jihad - CBP is taking steps to enhance surveillance and intelligence sharing to address this issue

🚨DENIAL: The Turkish government denies this report by channel 11 that they are adjusting their relationship with Hamas. "Do not believe baseless and false claims"

🚨 JUST IN: Biden expresses worry about the potential for a wider Middle East conflict. Top U.S. officials have acknowledged the increasing and significant risks of an extended war stemming from the Gaza Strip. In response, the Pentagon is heightening the readiness of U.S. forces for swift deployment and bolstering the region with additional weapons systems. Source: Axios

🚨 JUST IN: ISRAEL HOSTS FILM FOR REPORTERS ON OCT 7 HAMAS ATTACKS The IDF hosted a meeting for over 200 international reporters where a special film produced by the IDF was presented, showing materials and documents highlighting the actions of Hamas on October 7th. While the film itself couldn't be publicly shared, foreign media received a video providing insights into the incidents of that day. Source: Yedioth Newspaper

🚨 JUST IN: EU foreign ministers are set to convene on Monday to deliberate on the United Nations' appeal for a "humanitarian pause" in the Gaza conflict. This discussion paves the way for a potential debate on the same subject among EU leaders later this week. Source: Financial Times

🚨 FOOTAGE: Hamas’ Qassam Brigades claim on their official Telegram that they deployed Al-Zawari's suicide drones, marking the first time they have struck deep within Israeli territories. t.co/WPgmNdjiUf

🚨 JUST IN: Turkey is adjusting its relationship with Hamas as it aims to mediate in the Gaza conflict. However, these mediation efforts are currently facing obstacles. Notably, the Hamas leader was in Istanbul on the morning of the attack but was subsequently directed towards the exit after records of him offering a prayer of thanks were disclosed. Source: Channel 11

🚨 JUST IN: Heavyweight Israeli journalist Edy Cohen posted this video with the following caption: "Its name was Gaza Next Beirut" t.co/wHfJEO14MD

🚨 JUST IN: The Lebanese army and UN forces conduct joint patrols between Metula and the Lebanese village of Qila. Sources: kodkodgroup, Al Akhbar t.co/4K65KmoSml

🚨 JUST IN: On Ohad Monder's 9th birthday, who was kidnapped alongside his mother and grandparents by Hamas, the Hapoel Be'er Sheva football team extended warm birthday wishes. They hope that Ohad will be reunited with his family soon. Source: Channel 11 t.co/1fM4R1uROg

🚨 JUST IN: UNRWA Warns of Potential Collapse of Operations in Gaza Without Fuel Supply The spokesperson expresses hope that aid trucks will maintain their flow into Gaza and that the number of deliveries will increase to 100 trucks per day. Source: Al Jazeera t.co/ei28s1T8w5

🚨 JUST IN: An Israeli army spokesman has confirmed that they conducted a nighttime operation to enter the Gaza Strip. The objective is to eliminate militants and search for kidnapped individuals. The spokesman has reported that Gaza militants are assembling to set up ambushes during Israeli incursions. In response, the Israeli army is actively targeting and bombing their gathering points. Source: Al Jazeera

🚨 JUST IN: Protests inside a shelter center in northern Gaza demands that UNRWA assumes its responsibilities towards the displaced in schools and shelter centers. Disclaimer: The image is from a protest in 2018. Source: Al Jazeera. t.co/fkDBPraEnx

🚨 JUST IN - Chinese Foreign Ministry: The Palestinian people have the right to life and the establishment of their state. Source: Al Jazeera t.co/n5CDbeRdGy

🚨 JUST IN: European Union Urges Humanitarian Ceasefire and Aid Access for Gaza Josep Borrell, the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, has expressed his support for the United Nations' appeal for a humanitarian ceasefire to provide much-needed assistance to the people of Gaza. He stressed the urgency of delivering essential fuel and supplies to hospitals and underscored the importance of pursuing a political resolution, with a primary focus on immediate aid distribution. Borrell emphasized the significant need to halt the bombardment of Palestinian civilians and ensure that humanitarian relief can reach the Gaza Strip. He strongly condemned the displacement of a substantial portion of Gaza's population, considering it entirely unacceptable. He reiterated that the two-state solution remains a viable option, and collective efforts should be directed toward its achievement. It is also imperative for the EU to prevent the conflict between Israel and Hamas from spreading to neighboring countries, including Lebanon. Source: Al Arabiya, Al Jazeera

🚨 JUST IN: The Knesset's Interior Committee is set to approve a law extending the date of the local authority elections by three months. As a result, the elections originally scheduled for next Tuesday will not proceed as planned. Source: Channel 11 Israel t.co/cW34H588oO

🚨 JUST IN - Media Director of the Palestinian Red Crescent: - It is impossible to implement the Israel's request to evacuate 24 hospitals in Gaza - Patients cannot be transferred from hospitals that Israel has requested to evacuate - We have been witnessing violent bombing for two days in the vicinity of Al-Quds Hospital in Gaza.

🚨 JUST IN: Tensions have flared up between Netanyahu and the top military brass, leading to friction in the relationship between Netanyahu and Defense Minister Benny Gantz. The disagreements mainly revolve around differences in opinions, strategies, and decision-making processes, especially among Netanyahu and senior military figures. Furthermore, it has come to light that at least 3 government ministers are contemplating resigning as a means to exert pressure on Netanyahu to assume accountability for a recent security lapse. Tensions continue to mount on Netanyahu, as 75% of Israelis attribute the failure to protect the Gaza Strip towns to him. Source: Yedioth Ahronoth

🚨 JUST IN: US State Department Orders Departure of Non-Essential Employees from Baghdad Embassy and Erbil Consulate Source: Al Jazeera t.co/Y2lgFqCgB9

🚨IMPORTANT - Israeli Minister of Economy Threatens Striking IRAN If Proxies Attack: "Iran's plan is to attack Israel on all fronts. If we find that they intend to attack Israel, we will not just retaliate on these fronts, but we will also get to the head of the snake, which is Iran." This is a very important statement, as it shows Israel's willingness to strike Iran directly if Hezbollah and other Syrian proxies attack Israel. If Hezbollah attack when Israel enter Gaza, the risk of a regional war beyond Lebanon has increased

🚨 BREAKING NEWS: Possible Release of Dual Nationality Hostages by Hamas According to an Israeli military official, there's a chance that Hamas might release approximately 50 dual-nationality prisoners. Hamas has also issued a warning, indicating that a ground invasion could potentially decrease the likelihood of the hostages being set free. Source: The New York Times, Al Jazeera

🚨U.S Officials are concerned of the “prospect of a significant escalation of attacks on our troops and our people throughout the region.” Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin answering questions on the recent U.S deployment in the Middle East. t.co/wsGOR1ghG9