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Donald Trump: Wants Gaza to be like Monaco – No mention of horrors of war –

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Donald Trump said today that the Gaza Strip, which has been under bombardment for a year by the Israeli army, has the potential to be “even better than Monaco” when it is rebuilt.

“This could be the nicest place, with the weather it has, the water, everything, the climate could be great”the Republican White House nominee said during an interview on the first anniversary of Oct. 7.

“I think it could be even better than Monaco,” a wealthy principality on the Côte d’Azur, the Republican former president added, without referring to the humanitarian crisis in the enclave or the death toll among Palestinian civilians. “It could be the best thing in the Middle East,” he said.

Donald Trump had emerged as Israel’s ultimate defender when the war with Hamas broke out. In recent months, however, he has said he’s “not exactly sure he likes the way” Israel is conducting its offensive.

Referring to the “videos of collapsing buildings”, the former US president specifically stated that Israel is “totally losing the communication war”.

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Gaza: A year of war that lit the fuse in the Middle East – The “key” dates – 2024-10-08 03:19:10

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Since the attack launched by Hamas militants on Israeli soil on October 7, 2023, violence in the Middle East has been escalating.

A year later, the region is on the brink of full-blown conflict, with all eyes now on the Iran-Israel conflict. The second has launched a ground invasion of southern Lebanon while deftly decapitating Hezbollah, the Iranian-backed Lebanese militia.

In response the Islamic Republic fired missiles at Israel last week, Israel is expected to retaliate and the whole world is waiting.

“Vima” follows the developments since the beginning of the war. These are the major dates and events of the last year leading up to today.

October 7, 2023

Hamas, which has controlled the Gaza Strip since 2007, chose the Jewish holiday of Simchat Torah to launch its deadliest attack on Jews since the Holocaust.

First, it fires a barrage of rockets at Israeli cities. Fighters then break through the border fence and use paragliders and speedboats to attack Israel by land, air and sea. Gunmen storm kibbutz and Supernova music festival. According to Israeli officials, 1,200 people were killed and more than 250 people – including the bodies of some of those killed – were abducted and taken to Gaza.

The next day Israel declares war, while on October 9 it declares a “total siege” of Gaza. The enclave, which until then was home to more than 2 million Palestinians, had already been under partial blockade for 16 years, but Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallad declared that “electricity, food, fuel” would no longer enter.

October 27, 2023

The Israeli army, after days of heavy shelling, is proceeding with ground operations in the Gaza Strip, despite warnings from the US administration of Joe Biden that a large-scale attack could cause heavy civilian casualties.

November 24, 2023

The first truce between Israel and Hamas is declared. The temporary ceasefire allows more than 100 Hamas hostages (Israelis, dual nationals and foreigners, mostly women and children) to be released in exchange for the release of 240 Palestinian prisoners held in Israeli jails.

In addition, it allows humanitarian aid to reach the Gaza Strip, where more than 10,000 people have already been killed.

After seven days, one side accuses the other of violating the agreement and fighting resumes.

April 1, 2024

An Israeli airstrike hit the Iranian consulate in Damascus, Syria, killing two top Iranian Revolutionary Guards, among others.

April 13, 2024

Tehran is responding to the attack on its Syrian consulate by launching more than 300 drones and missiles at Israel – the first time the Islamic Republic has launched a direct attack on Israeli soil. Most of the missiles are shot down with the help of the US and other allies in the region, having been given advance warning of the impending attack.

May 7, 2024

Israel launches its ground attack on Rafah, amid international outcry and objections from the US.

31 July 2024

Ismail Haniya, the leader of Hamas, is killed in an explosion in Tehran where he was attending the inauguration of Iranian President Massoud Pezheskian. The assassination is widely attributed to Israel, which has neither confirmed nor denied involvement.

One day before, Fouad Soukr, a military commander of Hezbollah, had been killed in an Israeli missile attack in Beirut.

17 – 18 September 2024

Over the course of two days, thousands of pagers and walkie talkies belonging to members of Hezbollah have exploded in Lebanon and Syria, killing at least 37 people – including many children – and injuring thousands more.

Israel announced the next day the “new phase of the war” where the aim is to allow some 60,000 Israelis who have evacuated the north of the country because of the ongoing clashes with Hezbollah to return to their homes near the border with Lebanon.

September 27, 2024

Israel is launching an unprecedented raid on Beirut’s southern suburbs, destroying at least six apartment buildings and causing panic across the capital. Hassan Nasrallah, leader of Hezbollah for more than three decades, is killed in the strikes. His death is confirmed the next day.

October 1, 2024

Israel announces the start of a ground operation in Lebanon, giving evacuation orders to the residents of the southern regions.

That same night, Iran launches a ballistic missile attack on Israel with 180 missiles, targeting military and industrial facilities, in “retaliation for the assassinations of Nasrallah and Haniya.

Gaza: A year of war that lit the fuse in the Middle East – The “key” dates – 2024-10-08 03:19:10


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October 7: How the massacre changed Israelis – A society in shock – 2024-10-07 22:47:41

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In Israel’s financial and cultural center, Tel Aviv, many of the city’s skyscrapers feature Israeli flags along with two Hebrew words: Beyachad Nenatze’ach – Together, we will win.

A closer look at the streets of the city reveals a very different picture: on one side there are posters and placards from the families of the hostages in Gaza, demanding a deal for their release – even at the cost of ending the war against Hamas . And on the other side there are also posters of soldiers killed in the war, which call for the continuation of the war until “total victory”.

This image reflects the division that exists in Israeli society around one question: is it worth ending the war in order to return the hostages?

A society in complete shock

The division in Israeli society was evident even in the run-up to the October 7 attack. For months, many people have been protesting against the judicial reform proposed by the country’s right-wing government, reports DW.

Hamas attacks on October 7 left more than 1,200 dead, mostly civilians, while Hamas, designated a terrorist organization by Germany, the US, the EU and other states, also took more than 250 hostages in Gaza.

Israeli society was in a state of absolute shock. Many felt that their government was incapable of managing the crisis, and many citizens took over part of its management.

Emergency centers began to spring up in various places, organized and run by citizens with the aim of raising money to buy equipment for the soldiers, offer shelter for the thousands of people who were forced to leave their homes, or find labor for the agricultural sector in order to replace the immigrants who left the country because of the war. In a way, civil society and private initiatives thus performed the role of government.

Israel divided

A year later this feeling of solidarity seems to have almost completely disappeared. Society is once again divided, only this time the division revolves around the war and the hostages being held in Gaza.

Ultimately, calls for an agreement to release the hostages became synonymous with a dismissive attitude towards the policies of Prime Minister Netanyahu and the Israeli government regarding the management of the war.

Relatives of hostages are increasingly being insulted, both on social media and on the streets, sometimes even being the target of attacks. The most common insult to relatives of hostages is the word “Smolanim”, which is synonymous with “leftist”.

Many even criticize the relatives that their campaign for the return of the hostages strengthens Hamas in the negotiations with Israel. And of course, all of this benefits one person: “Prime Minister Netanyahu”, as one of the relatives says.

What do Israelis agree on?

Shmuel Rosner is a pollster and journalist at Israel Public Radio. In one of his podcasts, Rosner discussed the so-called “sphere of agreement”: that is, the issues on which Israelis can agree, even if they come from different parts of the political spectrum.

According to Rosner, these issues have diverged since the October 7 attacks. As the journalist explains, the attacks by Hamas made it clear to many Israelis that the presence of the Israeli army in the West Bank and Gaza is essential for the country’s security. More citizens consider it necessary to occupy the West Bank, which is considered illegal under international law, after October 7.

On the other hand, the war enabled radical groups in Israeli society to gain traction, while previously some of their positions were considered taboo.

However, this is how certain social frictions, which the Israelis thought they had left behind, are returning to the fore. And this ultimately “makes it more difficult to create a sphere of agreement”.

Israeli insecurity

After the dramatic developments of the last year, a poll by the Israeli Institute for National Security Studies (INSS) from last September shows that Israelis feel more insecure. According to the poll, 31% of Israelis have a “low” or “very low” sense of security, while only 21% say they feel very safe.

Since October 7, 2023, the number of Israelis deciding to leave the country has been steadily increasing – more citizens left in 2023 than in 2022, with the numbers expected to be even higher in 2024.

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“The situation is tragic” – The announcement of the G7 leaders on developments in the Middle East – 2024-10-07 04:17:39

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In a written statement, the G7 leaders expressed their deep concern over the latest developments in the Middle East and condemned in the strongest terms Iran’s attack on Israel, which they “consider seriously threatening the stability of the region”.

The leaders of the Group of Seven, the world’s most powerful economies, reiterated their support for Israel’s security and added that “Iran’s deeply destabilizing operations across the Middle East through armed organizations with which it is affiliated – including the Houthis, the Hezbollah and Hamas – as well as militant groups in Iraq aligned with Iran – must be stopped.”

The leaders of the seven most industrialized countries of the West add that during their summit held by video conference yesterday, they discussed moves and coordinated efforts aimed at preventing the escalation of tension in the region.

In their written announcement, at the same time, all parties involved are asked to make constructive efforts with the aim of reducing the tension and reference is made to the need to respect international and humanitarian law.

The G7 countries, “on the eve of the tragic anniversary of the attack by Hamas on October 7, 2023, condemn once again, in the most decisive manner, these acts of unjustified and deliberate violence and stand with the families of the victims and hostages which are in the hands of Hamas”.

They are calling for a ceasefire in Gaza

The seven leaders are calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, the unconditional release of all hostages, a substantial increase in humanitarian aid flows and an end to the armed conflict. They also support the efforts of the United States, Egypt and Qatar towards a comprehensive solution, as provided for in UN Security Council Resolution 2735.

“The situation in Gaza is tragic, tens of thousands of innocent lives have been lost. We reiterate that there is an absolute need for the civilian population to be protected and immediate, fast, safe and unhindered access to humanitarian aid, which is a matter of absolute priority. We will continue to work to create the conditions for a lasting peace, which will lead to a two-state solution, whereby Israel and Palestine can coexist, side by side, in peace and security both,” the statement says.

Concern about the situation in Lebanon

In relation to the situation in Lebanon, the G7 express their deep concern and underline that “hostilities must stop as soon as possible so that there is room for a diplomatic solution along the blue line, respecting Security Council Resolution 1701 of the UN”.

According to the G7 leaders, “this is the only path to a lasting reduction in tension, the stabilization of the Israel-Lebanese border, the restoration of Lebanon’s full territorial integrity, sovereignty and stability, and the return home of citizens who they were forced to leave them, with conditions of safety and protection from both sides”.

An appeal is addressed, to all sides, in favor of the protection of the civilian population. G7 leaders pledge to provide humanitarian aid and respond to the urgent needs of Lebanese citizens.

The statement expresses its sincere condolences to the families of the victims among the civilian population in Israel, Gaza and Lebanon and finally adds:

“We underline the importance of the United Nations in resolving armed conflicts and limiting the humanitarian impact in the Middle East. We recognize in this regard the role of the UN Interim Force in Lebanon, UNIFIL, in restoring peace and security. We are committed to strengthening our support for the mission, as provided for in the relevant UN resolutions.”

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Middle East: Heavy bombing by Israel in Lebanon, Gaza and Syria – 2024-10-06 06:20:23

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Another tragic night was experienced in the Middle East with Israel proceeding with a barrage of strikes on many fronts. The attack on Beirut was fierce where Israeli forces targeted Hezbollah warehouses.

“During the night, Air Force fighter jets under precise guidance of the Intelligence Directorate, carried out a series of targeted attacks across Beirut against several ammunition depots and other terrorist infrastructure in the area.

Before the attacks, many measures were taken to reduce the chance of harming those not involved, including warnings to the local population. The terrorist organization Hezbollah is placing its weapons and production facilities under residential buildings in the heart of Beirut and putting the local population at risk. The IDF will continue to vigorously attack, damage and degrade Hezbollah’s military capabilities and infrastructure in Lebanon.” the Israeli Air Force statement said.

Of course, for its part, the Lebanese organization claims that Israel’s strikes did not hit any of its warehouses, but natural gas pipelines. At the same time, Hezbollah announced that it pushed back an “attempt” to infiltrate the Israeli army into the border from Saturday night to Sunday, after several days of fighting on the Lebanese-Israeli border.

In a statement, the Shiite armed movement said that “a group of soldiers of the Israeli enemy tried to infiltrate (…) Blinda” but its fighters targeted them “with artillery fire” and “forced them to retreat”.

On the other hand, the Israeli army announced that Hezbollah launched about 130 rockets against the country’s territory.

Struggle for the fate of Esmail Kani

At the same time, according to a New York Times report citing three anonymous Iranian sources, there is concern over the fate of Esmail Kani. He is the head of the Quds Force of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

He is reportedly in Beirut to help Hezbollah, but in recent days there have been rumors about his fate following Israeli airstrikes. At the same time, Iran’s silence on this particular issue throws more water into the mill of the scenarios that want Kani to be dead.

Heavy strike with 21 dead in Gaza

Civil protection in the Gaza Strip announced that at least 21 people were killed in today’s aerial bombardment of an Islamic mosque that had been converted into a shelter for internally displaced persons in Deir al-Bala (center), which the Israeli military confirmed, saying it hit “the center command and control’ of the Palestinian Islamist movement Hamas.

“The death toll stands at 21 and there is a large number of wounded” after the bombing of the mosque, which is located opposite the entrance “to the al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir al-Bala, in the central part of the Gaza Strip,” a spokesman said. civil protection, Mahmoud Basal.

In a statement, Israel’s military said it “conducted a precision strike against Hamas terrorists operating inside a command and control center embedded in a structure that was formerly the ‘Suhada al-Aqsa’ mosque in the Deir al-Bala area.”

New strikes in Syria

Israel also carried out strikes on Syrian territory. In fact, Arab media report that it hit the Qusayr area with missiles.

This is an area near the border with Lebanon and it is believed that there are Hezbollah infrastructures there. In fact, it is from there that weapons are transferred from Iran through Syrian territory to Lebanon.

It is the second point inside Syria that hits Israel tonight after Deir al-Zor in the east of the country


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Gaza: Fifteen dead and dozens injured from an Israeli strike on a school – 2024-09-29 13:45:38

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The Civil Protection in the Gaza Strip and the Gaza Health Ministry announced today that 15 people were killed in an Israeli airstrike on a school that has been converted into a shelter for displaced Palestinians, while the Israeli military said the strike targeted a Hamas command center. which was inside the school complex.

The strike targeting the al-Fallujah school in the Jamalia refugee camp in the northern part of the enclave left “15 martyrs, including children, and dozens injured,” said Mahmoud Basal, a spokesman for Civil Protection.

This area is home to thousands of people displaced by the war between Hamas and the Israeli army in the Gaza Strip since October 7, 2023.

Almost all of the 2.4 million inhabitants of the Palestinian enclave have been displaced within the besieged Palestinian territory.

The Israeli military said in reference to today’s attack that it launched “precision strikes” against Hamas fighters in what it said was a command center. He gave no account of human casualties.

Other schools in the Gaza Strip have been targeted in recent months by the Israeli military, which accuses Hamas of hiding militants inside school buildings where thousands of Gazans have taken refuge. The Palestinians deny this charge.

The 9/11 bombing of the Al-Juni school – run by the UN agency for Palestine refugees (UNRWA) – in the Nuseirat refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip sparked global outrage as six UNRWA workers were among those killed. 18 people killed in the strike.

Warning, harsh images.


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