Israel, West Bank and Gaza

Middle East latest: Gaza ceasefire holds as Israel cracks down in the West Bank
The ceasefire in Gaza between Israel and Hamas stretched into a fifth day on Thursday. Humanitarian aid groups are working to surge food and supplies to the war-ravaged territory as Palestinians scour through mountains of rubble.
West Bank mayor warns of ‘man-made disaster,’ as Israel says it took ‘lessons’ from Gaza war
Israel’s defense minister has announced a series of raids that he says are targeting “terrorism” in the occupied West Bank, as Palestinian officials warned of a “man-made disaster.”
Why Is Israel Targeting Jenin, in the West Bank?
As Israel withdraws some of its troops from Gaza during a cease-fire there, it has turned attention to another Palestinian territory — in particular a city with a history of militant activity.
Why is Israel launching a crackdown in the West Bank after the Gaza ceasefire?
In the days since a fragile ceasefire took hold in the Gaza Strip, Israel has launched a major military operation in the occupied West Bank and suspected Jewish settlers have rampaged through two Palestinian towns.
With Cease-Fires on Two Fronts, Israel Takes Aim at West Bank
Israel expands its campaign against militancy in the Palestinian territory after more than 15 months of deadly war in Gaza.
Israel launches major operation in West Bank
The violence comes as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces domestic pressure from his far-right allies after agreeing to the truce and hostage-prisoner exchange with Hamas.
Middle East Latest: Israel Says It Killed a Militant in Gaza as Fragile Ceasefire Holds
The Israeli military says its soldiers killed an alleged militant in Gaza whom it said posed a threat to its forces
Gaza Ceasefire at Last: How Israel’s ‘First Defeat’ Will Shape the Country’s Future
For the First Time, Israel Just Lost a War.” Regardless of the reasoning behind this statement, which the article divides into fourteen points, it suggests a shattering and unprecedented event in the 76-year history of the State of Israel.
Israel continues ‘significant’ military operation in West Bank, days after Gaza ceasefire
The Israeli military continued its major military campaign across the volatile West Bank city of Jenin on Wednesday. The Palestinian Ministry of Health in Ramallah said 10 people had been killed and at least 40 injured so far.

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New US top diplomat Rubio reaffirms 'unwavering support' for Israel
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The Israel-Hamas ceasefire is a deal that cannot last
In truth, the first phase of the deal is relatively easy to implement and gives all parties a respite from draining conflict.
Israel central bank chief says 1-2 rate cuts possible in 2025 if inflation cooperates
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