Hebrew media reported from military sources that the occupation army intends to repeat the systematic destruction policy it followed in the cities of Rafah and Khan Younis, to apply it in the city of Gaza as part of a plan to regain control of the city. This policy includes the demolition of high-rise buildings that the occupation forces consider a security threat.

According to reports, the anticipated attack on the city of Gaza will mimic aspects of previous operations, as it will include the establishment of new military roads around the city, in addition to large-scale demolition operations of buildings. The report cited what happened east of Khan Younis, where the paratrooper brigade demolished more than 2,000 buildings on the grounds of their connection to fighters or their use to access tunnels.

The urban nature of the city of Gaza presents a different challenge, as many high-rise buildings ranging from 10 to 15 stories remain standing, despite the damage they have sustained. Hebrew media claims that the occupation army sees these buildings as potential shelters for anti-tank teams, snipers, and Hamas observation points, or as hiding places for a vast network of tunnels.

Implementing this plan requires massive preparations, including huge quantities of explosives and heavy engineering equipment. Some of this equipment has been destroyed due to 22 months of war, complicating the military operation further.

The ground attack is likely to be postponed until next September, and it primarily depends on the successful evacuation of about one million civilians from the city to the south, a task described as 'complex' and reliant on the cooperation of the United Nations.

Reports indicate that the operational plan includes encircling the city of Gaza from all sides, then gradually advancing towards its western neighborhoods with high-rise buildings. Orders have already been sent to summon tens of thousands of reserve soldiers to begin service at the beginning of September.

After Hamas announced its agreement to a partial deal for the release of Israeli prisoners in the Gaza Strip, calls have intensified in the occupying state to take advantage of this opportunity to save the prisoners, as refusal is seen as a death sentence for them. Senior Israeli officer Doron Hedar, commander of the crisis and negotiations unit in the occupying army, indicated that this deal represents a real opportunity to save those who can be saved.

In his article, Hedar explained that Hamas agreed to the Witekof 2 deal, which includes the return of half of the living prisoners, followed by the return of the dead, after which intensive negotiations will begin to end the war. He emphasized the necessity for the occupying state to immediately enter the negotiation room given the critical situation of the hostages, as their lives are at risk.

Hedar also noted that the previous deal made in November 2023, which included women and children, was the result of American pressure on Qatar, leading to ongoing pressure on Hamas. However, at that time, the occupying state was not prepared to expand the deal to include adult men.

As the American elections approach in January 2025, both sides have been pressured to implement the interim deal between Netanyahu and Biden, resulting in the release of 33 prisoners, but the subsequent stages were not completed. The occupying state sought to achieve its larger goal of defeating Hamas.

Currently, the occupying state is going through a pivotal phase as it continues to eliminate the second tier of Hamas leadership, while operational pressure on the elements holding the hostages in the Gaza tunnels increases. At the same time, Hamas is trying to portray the occupation as starving the residents of Gaza, leading to an unprecedented international crisis.

Under these circumstances, the occupying state has devised a plan to expand military maneuvers and occupy the city of Gaza. International mediators, especially the American side, are seeking to end the war and alleviate international pressure on Tel Aviv, prompting them to meet with senior officials in Qatar and Egypt.

Hamas, realizing the shrinking space for its maneuvering, was forced to enter into partial negotiations, with mediators emphasizing the need to closely monitor these negotiations. In return, the margin for maneuvering for the occupying state is shrinking, which will first receive half of the prisoners.

All indications point to the mediators' intention to push for serious negotiations to end the war, as Egyptian plans include freezing Hamas's weapons and its readiness to send forces to support the alternative government in Gaza. Despite the obstacles, these negotiations remain the only way to achieve the war's objectives.

The British Foreign Secretary David Lammy described the announcement by UN experts of famine in Gaza as a moral outrage. He affirmed that the Israeli blockade is the direct cause of this humanitarian disaster that Gaza is suffering from.

The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) report clarified that the city of Gaza and its surroundings are experiencing a 'completely man-made' famine. The report warned that the continuation of the blockade and the prevention of aid access will lead to a sharp increase in avoidable deaths.

The report indicated that three of the international criteria for declaring famine have been met, with more than 20% of households experiencing complete food loss, over 30% of children suffering from acute malnutrition, in addition to high daily deaths due to direct hunger.

The report warned that the cities of Deir al-Balah and Khan Younis in the central and southern Gaza Strip may witness a famine situation in the coming weeks, while the north is experiencing the worst humanitarian conditions according to estimates from UN officials.

Residents of Gaza reported days without sufficient food, as families suffer from a severe shortage of available food supplies from charitable kitchens. Riham Kriem from Gaza expressed her suffering, saying: 'My children are in poor health, we do not have enough food.'

Lammy condemned the continuation of the Israeli blockade and considered it the main reason behind this famine, calling on Israel to open the crossings immediately to ensure that aid reaches all residents.

In contrast, the Israeli government rejected the IPC report, claiming that the information is based on 'lies from Hamas and organizations with political interests.'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced a new large-scale attack on the city of Gaza, which could complicate aid access and exacerbate the crisis.

The UN and humanitarian organizations face significant obstacles in delivering aid due to Israeli administrative and bureaucratic restrictions, ongoing military operations, and the destruction of infrastructure.

The Gaza Ministry of Health indicated that deaths due to hunger and malnutrition have risen significantly, recording 133 deaths in the first 20 days of August, including 25 children under 18 years old.

The report urged all international parties to take immediate action to save civilians in Gaza, stressing that any further delay will lead to widespread human losses that could be avoided.

With American support, Israel has been committing genocide in Gaza since October 7, 2023, including killing, starvation, and destruction, ignoring international calls and orders from the International Court of Justice to stop.

The Israeli genocide has left 62,192 martyrs and 157,114 injured among the Palestinians, with hundreds of thousands displaced and famine claiming the lives of 271 people, including 112 children.

A recent research paper addresses the occupation's concerns about the economic repercussions of occupying the Gaza Strip, as this decision is considered an uncalculated step that could exacerbate economic and social crises. The paper indicates that the occupation will face significant challenges in managing its responsibilities towards two million Palestinians in the sector, which will lead to intensified international boycotts and rising living costs.

The paper highlights statements from Professor Karnit Flug and Professor Yaakov Frankel, who confirmed that the occupation is facing unprecedented existential challenges, as the degree of international isolation increases and internal division deepens. They pointed out that the occupation of the Gaza Strip is not merely a military step, but could be a turning point with dire consequences for the occupation.

Estimates suggest that the cost of reconstructing the Gaza Strip will reach $53 billion, a substantial amount that Israeli taxpayers will bear part of. Additionally, the occupation will have to bear the costs of providing basic services to the residents of Gaza, which will impose an additional burden on the Israeli economy, already suffering from the repercussions of war.

Ongoing costs include providing food, health services, and education, with the annual cost of these services estimated at ten billion shekels. Furthermore, controlling the sector will require establishing a military and civilian administration, which will increase the financial burdens on the occupation.

The paper anticipates that the international repercussions of occupying Gaza will lead to the cancellation of trade agreements and the imposition of export restrictions, resulting in rising prices and increased risks to the Israeli economy. The growing isolation will also negatively impact foreign investments and the credit rating of the occupation.

The paper also discusses the scientific and cultural boycott faced by the occupying state, where researchers encounter difficulties in collaborating with their peers abroad. These phenomena reflect increasing isolation and affect innovation and technology, potentially leading to a decline in economic growth.

The paper emphasizes the importance of conducting an in-depth strategic discussion about the economic repercussions of occupying Gaza, as economic considerations must be an integral part of political and security decisions. The absence of this discussion could lead to dire consequences for the Israeli economy and the living standards of its citizens.

The Egyptian Foreign Minister, Badr Abdel Atti, during a call with the U.S. envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, urged the current opportunity presented by Hamas's acceptance of the U.S. proposal to be seized in order to move towards ending the ongoing war in Gaza. Abdel Atti emphasized the importance of this opportunity given the difficult humanitarian conditions faced by the Palestinians.

The statement from the Egyptian Foreign Ministry indicated that both sides discussed the latest developments regarding the ceasefire in Gaza, especially after Hamas's acceptance of the U.S. proposal. The statement stressed the necessity for the occupying state to respond to the proposal and implement its elements to address the current crisis.

Abdel Atti stressed the importance of preserving the lives of Palestinian prisoners and alleviating the suffering of civilians in Gaza, as well as ensuring the flow of humanitarian aid in sufficient quantities to meet the needs of Palestinians who are subjected to a systematic policy of starvation.

He also affirmed the necessity of utilizing the proposed sixty-day ceasefire period to negotiate an end to the war and establish the foundations for a just settlement of the Palestinian issue, noting that the unjust war has continued for nearly two years.

In a related context, the Egyptian Foreign Ministry expressed its deep concern over the Israeli government's continued implementation of a military attack plan aimed at controlling cities in the Gaza Strip, which constitutes a blatant violation of international law.

Cairo expressed its strong disapproval of the Israeli escalation policies and the expansion of the occupation of Palestinian territories, whether in the West Bank or Gaza Strip, indicating that these policies reflect the Israeli bet on military solutions instead of engaging in serious negotiations.

Minister Abdel Atti also addressed the Iranian nuclear program during his call with Witkoff, pointing to Cairo's position calling for de-escalation in the Middle East and the absence of military solutions to this crisis and other regional crises.

The Israeli airstrikes on the besieged Gaza Strip continued since dawn today, resulting in the death of 30 Palestinians, including 24 dead in the city of Gaza alone. These attacks come at a time when the sector is suffering from a suffocating humanitarian crisis due to the ongoing blockade.

Medical sources in Gaza hospitals confirmed that the number of dead is continuously rising, as many injured individuals with serious wounds have been received due to the intense shelling. The health situation in the hospitals has become critical, suffering from a severe shortage of medical supplies.

These airstrikes coincide with a noticeable escalation in the Israeli aggression against the sector, as Israeli warplanes targeted residential areas and civilian facilities, leading to widespread destruction of infrastructure.

In light of this escalation, international calls to stop the Israeli aggression on Gaza continue, with many humanitarian organizations expressing their deep concern over the deteriorating humanitarian conditions in the sector.

For its part, Palestinian factions affirmed their right to defend their people, emphasizing that these assaults will not go unanswered. They called for unity to confront the occupation and limit its ongoing attacks.

The situation in Gaza continues to deteriorate, as residents suffer from a severe shortage of food and water, in addition to prolonged power outages. These conditions make it difficult for the population to live with dignity amid the ongoing aggression.

Reports indicate that extensive behind-the-scenes communications are underway for a comprehensive settlement aimed at ending the war in the besieged Gaza Strip. Hamas has shown a positive response to the mediators' proposals, suggesting the possibility of reaching an agreement that leads to a ceasefire.

Opinions are divided on how to handle the situation post-war, with the United States adopting a plan that includes the deployment of international forces, while Egypt prefers to restore the Palestinian Authority to the region. The occupying state seems inclined to support the American approach, while Egypt rejects the idea of deploying foreign troops.

As part of the negotiations, an American plan has been proposed that includes a ceasefire and a partial prisoner exchange deal, with mechanisms set to release all prisoners as soon as possible. This framework aims to transfer control from Hamas and strip the sector of its authority.

An announcement from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office indicated that Israeli policy has not changed, as it demands the release of all prisoners according to the principles set by the cabinet. Netanyahu stated that Israel is at a critical stage regarding Hamas and will not leave any hostage behind.

Later, Netanyahu announced the start of immediate negotiations for the release of all prisoners in the Gaza Strip and the end of the war, alongside the implementation of the occupying state's plans. However, the mediators' proposal includes the release of half the prisoners in exchange for a 60-day ceasefire, which contradicts the occupying state's plans.

During his visit to the Gaza Division of the occupying army, Netanyahu emphasized the necessity of controlling the city of Gaza and decisively resolving the battle with Hamas, while instructing the start of negotiations regarding the release of hostages and ending the war on terms acceptable to the occupying state.

The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) issued a warning statement regarding the catastrophic food security situation in the Gaza Strip, predicting that it would announce the worst possible famine scenario. This warning comes at a time when the region is suffering from escalating conflict and displacement, significantly impacting access to food and basic goods.

Reports indicate that the food situation in Gaza has reached unprecedented levels, with residents experiencing widespread hunger and malnutrition. The organization confirmed that food consumption in most parts of the region has reached famine levels, threatening the lives of many families.

Data also showed that acute malnutrition in Gaza City has reached its peak, with over 20,000 children admitted to hospitals for treatment due to severe malnutrition. Among them, more than 3,000 children are suffering from acute malnutrition, reflecting the scale of the humanitarian disaster facing the region.

In a related context, hospitals reported a noticeable increase in child deaths under the age of five related to hunger, with at least 16 deaths recorded since mid-July. This situation highlights the urgent need for immediate humanitarian interventions to save lives.

The organization called for immediate action to end hostilities and allow for a comprehensive and unimpeded humanitarian response. It emphasized that this is the only way to stop further deaths and the catastrophic humanitarian suffering experienced by the residents of the Gaza Strip.

Concerns are growing over the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza as the blockade and aggression continue, making it difficult for residents to obtain basic necessities. This warning serves as a cry for help to the international community for immediate intervention.

Reports have been broadcast about shootings at Palestinians while distributing aid at "Gaza Humanitarian Foundation" sites, where an eyewitness reported that the gunfire was not only from the occupying army but also from contractors working with American subcontractors.

The "Gaza Humanitarian Foundation" responded to these accusations by stating that its contractors do not shoot at civilians and that no one has been killed by gunfire at its sites, while the occupying army confirmed that it does not intentionally shoot at civilians and is investigating reports related to the damages.

Testimonies from former American contractors indicate that the shots fired by the occupying army and the contractors were random and targeted civilians, as one of them was tasked with cleaning up human and animal remains near one of the sites.

More than 1,800 Palestinians have been martyred while trying to obtain food, including at least a thousand near "Gaza Humanitarian Foundation" sites, according to the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights office.

Palestinian and international institutions confirm that "Gaza Humanitarian Foundation" sites have become death traps, with the UN rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territories describing this foundation as a killing trap.

Amnesty International described the military aid system as lethal, based on accounts from residents in the Gaza Strip, and investigations revealed the use of live ammunition by American contractors against Palestinians.

171 international relief organizations demanded the immediate closure of the "Gaza Humanitarian Foundation," considering it a threat to civilians' lives and safety.

The Ministry of Interior and National Security in the Gaza Strip warned of a new system launched by the "Gaza Humanitarian Foundation" to collect personal information and photos of Palestinians, indicating that the goal is to establish an intelligence security system.

The ministry urged Palestinians not to respond to any requests for personal data or photos requested by this foundation, which is overseen by the Israeli occupation.

Since the start of this mechanism on May 27, 1996 Palestinians have been martyred and 14,898 others injured, according to the government media office, as part of a "starvation engineering" policy.

The Commissioner-General of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), Philippe Lazzarini, warned that the hungriest children in the Gaza Strip are "condemned to die" if aid does not reach them urgently. These statements come at a time when the besieged territory is suffering from a suffocating humanitarian crisis.

In a statement, Lazzarini noted that hunger levels in Gaza, especially in the north, have reached unprecedented levels, with approximately one million people still living in Gaza City according to estimates. These figures reflect the tragic situation faced by Palestinians in the region.

Lazzarini also announced the imminent release of an assessment of the hunger situation in the area, highlighting the importance of the current situation and confirming the urgent need for humanitarian assistance. UNRWA health centers have seen a significant increase in the number of children suffering from acute malnutrition, with rates rising sixfold since last March.

Lazzarini added that the situation requires urgent measures, warning that children in Gaza are already dying of hunger, and that the situation will worsen without immediate intervention. These statements reflect the growing concern from the international community regarding the humanitarian crisis in the region.

These warnings come at a time when pressure is increasing on humanitarian organizations to provide the necessary assistance, amid the blockade imposed on the area which exacerbates the suffering of the population. The humanitarian situation in Gaza requires an urgent response from the international community.

The United Nations announced that the number of displaced Palestinians in the Gaza Strip due to Israeli attacks has exceeded 796,000 people since mid-March. This figure reflects the catastrophic humanitarian situation that the residents of Gaza are suffering under the weight of ongoing aggression.

Just last week, the United Nations recorded about 17,000 new cases of displacement, indicating a worsening humanitarian crisis. The Deputy Spokesperson for the UN Secretary-General, Daniela Gross, confirmed that forced displacement is significantly increasing due to repeated attacks.

95% of forced displacement cases occur in Gaza City, where residents flee from the eastern neighborhoods to the southern and western areas to escape random shelling. This mass displacement reflects the increasing danger faced by civilians amid the escalation of aggression.

Since August 11, the Israeli occupation army has been launching a wide-scale attack on the Al-Zeitoun neighborhood in Gaza, using harsh methods such as demolishing homes with explosive robots, in addition to artillery shelling and random gunfire.

On August 8, the occupation government approved Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's plan to fully reoccupy the Gaza Strip, raising concerns about the future of Palestinians in the region.

The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs noted in its report that 88% of the area of the Gaza Strip is subject to Israeli evacuation orders, which means forced displacement of the Palestinian population.

Since October 7, 2023, the occupying state has been committing genocide in Gaza, including killing, starvation, and destruction, ignoring international calls and orders from the International Court of Justice.

The genocide has resulted in more than 62,000 martyrs and 157,000 injured, most of whom are children and women, in addition to thousands of missing persons and famine that has claimed the lives of many civilians.

In a shocking report published by CBS News, the involvement of American military contractors, alongside the Israeli occupation army, in random and deadly shootings of Palestinian civilians attempting to obtain humanitarian aid in the besieged Gaza Strip has been revealed.

The witness, who was given the pseudonym "Mike" for his protection, worked as a truck driver for an American logistics company, only to discover that his mission was part of the operations of the "Gaza Humanitarian Foundation," a U.S. and Israeli-backed entity that has replaced the United Nations in distributing aid since last May.

"Mike" provided the network with secret videos documenting heavy gunfire, confirming that the bullets were aimed at civilians, stating: "It took two or three days for me to realize that they were actually shooting at people; they weren't shooting at fighters."

When asked if the shots were merely warning shots, "Mike" firmly replied: "No, they are random," emphasizing that he witnessed both occupation soldiers and American contractors firing.

Mike's testimony aligns with statements issued by the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, which indicate that more than 1,800 Palestinians have been killed while trying to obtain food since the onset of the crisis, including at least 1,000 people who were killed near the sites of the "Gaza Humanitarian Foundation."

CBS News also documented near-daily shooting incidents at those sites, with other former American contractors reporting similar observations, raising concerns about the behavior of these contractors.

Mike described the scenes of despair he witnessed, saying: "I have never seen a crowd act with such intensity and desperation," noting that Palestinians were gathering hours before the sites opened in hopes of obtaining food.

In contrast, the "Gaza Humanitarian Foundation" categorically denied these accusations, describing them as "completely unfounded," asserting that its contractors did not shoot at civilians.

The Israeli occupation army denied intentionally shooting at civilians but confirmed that it is investigating recent reports of civilians being harmed at the foundation's sites, pledging to take immediate action against any violations.

"Mike," who has returned to his country, concluded his remarks by saying: "I will not be able to rest easy if I don't say something. These atrocities should not happen."

The Israeli occupation forces issued warnings to hospitals in Gaza City to prepare for the evacuation of patients, medical staff, and equipment, and to head south as part of their preparations for the occupation plan of Gaza City. The health authorities in the city rejected these warnings, with the Palestinian Ministry of Health confirming that any step that undermines what remains of the health system is unacceptable.

The Ministry of Health indicated that the occupation's decision would deprive more than a million people of their right to treatment, putting the lives of residents, patients, and the wounded at risk. The Israeli occupation army made initial warning calls to medical entities and international organizations in northern Gaza Strip, ordering them to prepare for the transfer of patients from the city's hospitals to the south.

The Director-General of the Palestinian Ministry of Health, Dr. Munir Al-Bursh, stated that the Israeli occupation is planning to paralyze the health sector in Gaza and break the morale of the medical staff. Al-Bursh confirmed that he does not rule out the possibility of the occupation committing further massacres in hospitals as it did previously since the onset of aggression on October 7, 2023.

For its part, the United Nations stated that the ongoing orders to evacuate Gaza City, along with the massive escalation in violence, have pushed residents into smaller and smaller areas, placing unbearable pressure on hospitals. Dr. Mohammed Abu Salmiya, Director of Al-Shifa Medical Complex in Gaza, pointed out that the occupation's orders to transfer equipment to the southern part of the Strip represent a death sentence for two thousand patients.

The spokesperson for Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital, Khalil Al-Daqran, considered that the occupation seeks to undermine the health system by requesting the transfer of equipment from northern Gaza Strip to the central and southern governorates, indicating that this is a continuation of the Israeli extermination policy against the residents of the Strip.

In a related context, the Ministry of Health in Gaza announced that the total number of victims of starvation and malnutrition in the Strip has risen to 271 martyrs, including 112 children. Additionally, 71 people were martyred by the fire of the occupation forces yesterday, Thursday, including 11 aid seekers.

Medical sources at Al-Shifa Hospital reported the martyrdom of a Palestinian and the injury of others from the group waiting for aid, due to the fire of the occupation forces near Al-Rasheed Street, northwest of Gaza City. The sources also added that other injured individuals arrived at the hospital following the bombing of a house inhabited by residents in the Al-Shanti area, northwest of Gaza City.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the start of "immediate negotiations" for the release of all prisoners in the Gaza Strip, while the aggression against the area continues. These statements come at a time when international pressure is increasing to stop hostilities, contrasting Netanyahu's position with the proposal from mediators that Hamas accepted a few days ago.

During a visit to the Gaza Brigade of the occupying army, Netanyahu stated that he came to endorse the army's plans to control the city of Gaza, indicating that negotiations would take place in parallel with the aggression. He confirmed that there are 50 Israeli prisoners held by Hamas, while there are more than 10,800 Palestinians in the prisons of the occupation, raising questions about the fate of these prisoners.

Netanyahu added that "the issues of defeating Hamas and releasing all detainees go hand in hand," reflecting a lack of clarity on how to achieve these goals. He also noted the response of reserve soldiers and the regular army to achieve this vital objective, at a time when the numbers of martyrs and injured in the Gaza Strip are increasing significantly.

In a related context, the Chief of Staff of the occupying army, Eyal Zamir, stated that his forces are advancing in preparations for the operation within the city of Gaza, indicating that the forces are working on the outskirts of the city and that additional troops will join them later. This statement comes at a sensitive time when international pressure to stop the aggression is increasing.

On Wednesday, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant approved a plan to occupy the city of Gaza, despite the efforts of mediators to reach an agreement. The plan includes the displacement of the city's population, which numbers around one million, to the south, raising significant humanitarian concerns.

The plan also includes the occupation of refugee camps in the central Gaza Strip, where large parts have been destroyed. The U.S.-backed Israeli aggression since October 7, 2023, has resulted in a massacre in Gaza, with the number of martyrs reaching 62,192 and the number of injured at 157,114, reflecting the scale of the humanitarian disaster faced by the Palestinians.

Concerns are growing over the worsening humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip, where residents are suffering from severe shortages of food, water, and healthcare. This situation requires urgent international action to save Palestinian civilians and stop the aggression.

The Palestinian presidency welcomed, on Thursday, a joint statement issued by 21 countries, in addition to the European Union, which condemned the Israeli settlement project "E1". The presidency affirmed that this project undermines the possibility of establishing a Palestinian state by dividing the West Bank and isolating Jerusalem.

In its statement, the Palestinian presidency considered the international stance an important and necessary step, calling for pressure to be exerted on the Israeli occupying state to force it to retract these dangerous settlement plans that separate southern West Bank from its center.

The joint statement issued by 21 countries, including Britain and Canada, along with the European Union, condemned the Israeli occupation's decision to proceed with the "E1" project, calling for an immediate retraction of this decision that would expand the occupation in Palestinian territories.

The statement emphasized that the decision of the Israeli High Planning Committee to approve settlement construction plans in the "E1" area east of Jerusalem is unacceptable and constitutes a violation of international law. The signatories of the statement strongly condemned this decision, demanding its immediate retraction.

The statement referenced remarks by the extremist Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, who said that this project would make any future Palestinian state impossible by dividing it and restricting Palestinians' access to Jerusalem. He also added that this project would not benefit Israelis but threatens to undermine security and distance them from peace.

The statement added that there is time for the Israeli government to halt the advancement of the "E1" plan, encouraging it to withdraw it immediately. They affirmed that the unilateral actions of the Israeli government undermine the shared desire for security and prosperity in the Middle East.

The statement also called on the Israeli government to stop settlement construction in line with United Nations Security Council Resolution 2334 and to lift restrictions on the financial resources of the Palestinian Authority.

The statement was signed by the foreign ministers of Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Britain, in addition to the European Union's High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas.

The "E1" settlement project aims to connect Jerusalem with several Israeli settlements in the West Bank, such as Ma'ale Adumim, by confiscating Palestinian lands and establishing new settlements, thereby preventing any potential Palestinian expansion.

Palestinians demand the implementation of international resolutions that lead to the establishment of their state on the territories occupied in 1967, with East Jerusalem as its capital, and the enforcement of other resolutions that do not recognize the Israeli occupation in Jerusalem or its annexation.

The Hebrew broadcasting authority reported that estimates from the occupying army indicate that controlling the city of Gaza will take about two months. These estimates come at a sensitive time as military operations in the besieged enclave escalate.

In a related context, the security cabinet will hold a meeting tonight to discuss military plans for the occupation of the city, in addition to reviewing the latest developments regarding ongoing communications with Hamas.

The occupying Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has approved military plans for the occupation of Gaza, reflecting an escalation in aggression against Palestinian civilians in the enclave.

The Egyptian-Qatari-American mediation continues in an attempt to push a new proposal for a ceasefire, but it seems that military escalation is the preferred option for the occupying government.

Concerns are growing about the repercussions of this aggression on civilians in Gaza, where residents are suffering from a suffocating blockade and difficult humanitarian conditions.

As military operations continue, the fate of Palestinian detainees in Gaza remains a major concern, as the occupation seeks to reach a deal with Hamas regarding their release.

The Lebanese army began, on Thursday, the process of receiving weapons from Palestinian factions inside the Burj al-Barajneh camp located in the southern suburbs of Beirut, as part of implementing the Lebanese government's decision to confine weapons to the state. This step comes after the Lebanese Cabinet's decision on August 5, which approved the restriction of weapons, including those of Palestinian factions and "Hezbollah," to the state.

In this context, the Lebanese army was tasked with developing a plan to implement this decision during this month, with the aim of completing this process before the end of 2025. This decision was met with rejection from Hezbollah, which warned that this step could lead to a "civil war."

Two days after the decision, the Lebanese government announced its support for the proposed steps in the "American paper," which includes confining weapons to the state and deploying the Lebanese army in the south. This support came after the visit of American envoy Thomas Barak to Beirut last month.

An Anadolu Agency correspondent reported that military vehicles belonging to the Lebanese army, accompanied by intelligence personnel, entered the camp and began the process of receiving weapons from the Palestinian factions. A small truck carrying weapons was seen, while the Palestinian national security official affiliated with the "Fatah" movement, Major General Sobhi Abu Arab, confirmed their commitment to any decision issued by the political leadership.

For its part, the Lebanese National News Agency reported that army personnel began implementing the first phase of the government's decision to withdraw Palestinian weapons from the camps, starting with the Burj al-Barajneh camp. Two small trucks were brought into the camp to transport covered weapons, without mentioning details about the type of those weapons.

The operation took place in a calm and smooth atmosphere, where a number of camp residents and members of the Palestinian factions gathered to observe the transfer of weapons, with no objections or issues reported. The army closed the entrances to the camp and the roads leading to it with military vehicles, awaiting the completion of the weapons transfer operations.

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam welcomed the start of the process of handing over Palestinian weapons, indicating that it is a step towards stability. Barak also welcomed the step, considering it a great achievement towards unity and stability.

In a statement, the spokesperson for the Palestinian presidency, Nabil Abu Rudeineh, confirmed that the State of Palestine agreed with the Lebanese state to begin handing over the weapons present inside the Palestinian camps to the Lebanese army. The first batch of weapons was handed over from the Burj al-Barajneh and al-Bass camps to the Lebanese army.

The head of the Lebanese-Palestinian dialogue committee, Ambassador Ramzi Damshek, announced that the first phase of handing over weapons from the Palestinian camps began today, with the first batch being delivered to the Lebanese army. He confirmed that this process will continue with the delivery of additional batches in the coming weeks.

More than 493,000 Palestinian refugees live in Lebanon under difficult conditions inside camps that are managed security-wise by Palestinian factions, based on informal understandings dating back to the Cairo Agreement of 1969. The Lebanese army does not enter the camps, while imposing strict measures around them.

Fierce confrontations are taking place between Palestinian resistance factions and the occupation army on the outskirts of Gaza City, as the incursion continues as part of the initial stages of the city's occupation process. In Jabalia, northern Gaza Strip, the occupation army executed fire belts, resulting in massacres across the strip that left dozens of martyrs and injured.

The Palestinian resistance has carried out shelling, sniping, and the detonation of explosives on the eastern and southern outskirts of Gaza City. The Chief of Staff of the Israeli army, Eyal Zamir, announced that their forces are operating on the outskirts of the city, with expectations of additional forces joining later.

The Israeli army radio reported that a soldier from the Nahal Brigade was injured as a result of gunfire in the Zeitoun neighborhood south of Gaza City, with initial estimates indicating that the soldier was shot by a fighter from the Al-Qassam Brigades.

Al-Quds Brigades, the military wing of the Islamic Jihad Movement, released footage of an ambush operation around the Al-Ridwan Mosque in the Shuja'iyya neighborhood, where two Israeli vehicles were detonated with "Thaqib" and "Shawah" explosives, in addition to targeting a Merkava tank with an anti-tank missile.

In Jabalia, the occupation army executed fire belts through intensive shelling, resulting in a number of martyrs and injured. Medical sources confirmed that the shelling on Jabalia resulted in injuries since this afternoon.

Sources in Gaza hospitals documented the martyrdom of 41 Palestinians due to the fire of the occupation army in several areas of the strip since dawn today, including 11 waiting for aid. Additionally, 6 Palestinians, including 4 children, were martyred in an Israeli shelling on the Sabra neighborhood.

The Ministry of Health in the strip expressed its firm rejection of the Israeli occupation's request to transfer health system resources from Gaza Governorate to southern Gaza, warning that this step would deprive more than one million people of their right to treatment.

The Ministry of Interior warned against the occupation implementing its plan to besiege Gaza City and re-invade it, indicating that this represents "a death sentence and displacement for one million and two hundred thousand people."

The Israeli occupation army announced the start of the initial stages of the attack on Gaza City as part of what it called "Operation Gideon's Chariots 2." Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will hold a meeting to approve the final plan for the occupation.

Since October 2023, Israel - with American support - has been waging a genocidal war against the residents of the Gaza Strip, including killing, starvation, and destruction, ignoring international calls to stop the war. The genocide has resulted in more than 62,000 martyrs and 157,000 injured.

Today, Thursday, Prime Minister of the occupation, Benjamin Netanyahu, announced the start of negotiations aimed at returning the detainees from the besieged Gaza Strip, as part of efforts to end the ongoing war. Netanyahu confirmed that he has instructed for these negotiations to begin immediately, pointing out the necessity for them to be conducted under terms that are considered acceptable to the occupying state.

At the same time, Netanyahu approved military plans to occupy the city of Gaza, reflecting an escalation in the military stance of the occupation. These plans come amid the ongoing aggression against the strip, where Palestinians are facing significant challenges due to the continuous airstrikes.

Netanyahu's statements come at a sensitive time, as international pressure on the occupation to stop the aggression and achieve peace is increasing. These statements have elicited mixed reactions, with some considering them a positive step towards negotiation, while others view them as a new threat to peace efforts.

On the other hand, the Palestinian resistance continues to affirm its steadfast position in defending the rights of the Palestinian people and rejecting any conditions that may infringe upon the rights of prisoners and detainees. The resistance has expressed its willingness to negotiate but under conditions that guarantee the rights of Palestinians.

Concerns are growing about a larger military escalation if negotiations fail, as the humanitarian situation in the besieged Gaza Strip worsens over time. Therefore, any military escalation could lead to dire consequences for Palestinian civilians.

In the end, the question remains open regarding the seriousness of the occupation in these negotiations, and whether they will lead to tangible results that contribute to ending the suffering of the Palestinian people and achieving just peace.

The Ministry of Interior in Gaza issued a warning statement, confirming that the Israeli plan to reoccupy the city of Gaza represents a death sentence and displacement for about 1.2 million people. The ministry called on the international community to take urgent action to stop this plan, which is considered a blatant war crime.

The ministry warned that the implementation of the Israeli occupation's criminal plan to besiege the city of Gaza and re-invade it would constitute a major humanitarian disaster, as the residents of the city and the displaced within it suffer from tragic conditions lacking the most basic elements of human life.

The Ministry of Interior also pointed out that the cycle of daily killings and massacres continues in all areas, meaning there is no safe place in the sector. It confirmed that the occupation's persistence in its plan means sentencing 1.2 million people to death and displacement without shelter.

The ministry mentioned that what has been happening in the neighborhoods of Al-Zeitoun and Al-Sabra for about 10 days, and previously in the neighborhoods of Al-Shuja'iyya, Al-Tuffah, and Al-Daraj, falls within the same destructive approach followed by the occupation.

It warned that the fate of the city of Gaza could be similar to that of Rafah and Khan Younis, which have been subjected to widespread destruction. It issued a call to the international community and relevant parties to pressure the occupation to stop its aggression and save the residents of the sector.

The ministry emphasized that the continuation of this policy represents a challenge to humanity and a violation of international norms and laws. The statement also noted that Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant approved the plan to occupy the city of Gaza despite the efforts of mediators to reach an agreement.

The plan includes occupying the city by displacing its residents to the south, then surrounding the city and conducting incursions into residential areas. This is followed by a second phase that includes occupying the refugee camps in the central Gaza Strip.

Since October 7, 2023, Israel, with American support, has committed genocide in the Gaza Strip, resulting in the deaths of more than 62,000 Palestinians and injuries to more than 157,000 others, exacerbating the humanitarian situation in the region.

A joint investigation by several media outlets revealed that 83 percent of the Palestinian martyrs in Gaza are civilians, reflecting the extent of the humanitarian suffering faced by the besieged residents of the enclave.

According to classified Israeli military intelligence data, 5 out of every 6 Palestinians killed by Israeli forces in Gaza were civilians, a rate unprecedented in recent wars.

The database shows that Israeli intelligence identified the deaths of 8,900 fighters from Hamas and Islamic Jihad up to May 2025, while the Gaza Health Ministry announced that the total number of martyrs reached 53,000 during the same period.

This means that only 17 percent of the victims were fighters, highlighting the significant gap between the official Israeli figures and the reality on the ground.

The investigation quoted an intelligence source stating that official Israeli statements are exaggerated, with retired General Yitzhak Brick noting that most of the martyrs are civilians and that the announced figures do not reflect the truth.

The investigation also pointed out that many academics and human rights activists consider what is happening in Gaza to be genocide, citing mass killings and the starvation of the population.

The Gaza Health Ministry confirmed that the numbers may be lower than reality, as they do not include thousands of people still trapped under the rubble.

In light of the dire humanitarian conditions, humanitarian organizations assert that Israeli forces have killed hundreds of Palestinians while they were trying to obtain food amid the widespread famine in the enclave.

Since October 7, 2023, the occupying state has committed genocide in Gaza, resulting in the deaths of 62,192 Palestinians and injuring 157,114 others, reflecting the scale of the humanitarian disaster.

Suffering continues in Gaza, where residents are facing severe shortages of food and medicine, exacerbating the humanitarian situation.

Military reports indicate that the Israeli occupation army plans to invade the city of Gaza, estimating the expected number of martyrs to be around one hundred. This estimate came in the context of the military preparations being conducted by the army, which are set to be presented to the Cabinet today.

The Chief of Staff of the occupation army, Eyal Zamir, will present a plan for controlling Gaza, which is expected to include a large-scale mobilization involving approximately 130,000 reservists. Their reserve period will be extended from 70 days to 100 days, meaning these soldiers will remain on standby during the holiday period.

The report indicated that the ongoing fighting in the Sabra and Zeitoun neighborhoods is part of the assault on Gaza, where the occupation army is blowing up and destroying citizens' homes, leading to rising columns of smoke and the sound of explosions.

The report also mentioned that the occupation army has begun activities to train the humanitarian system in Gaza, including building a hospital in Khan Younis to transfer patients from the city's hospitals, in an attempt to alleviate the humanitarian burdens.

In a related context, the occupation army has escalated killings and forced displacement in the Zeitoun neighborhood since August 11, as part of a gradual plan to reoccupy the Gaza Strip. The Israeli government approved a plan to fully reoccupy Gaza starting from the city.

Since October 7, 2023, the occupation army has been carrying out genocide in the besieged Gaza Strip, including killing, starvation, and forced displacement, ignoring international calls. The genocide has resulted in the martyrdom of 62,064 Palestinians and the injury of 156,573 others, most of whom are children and women.

The humanitarian situation continues to deteriorate, with more than 9,000 Palestinians suffering from loss of communication, in addition to hundreds of thousands of displaced individuals who have lost their homes, exacerbating their suffering under the ongoing siege.

The extreme Israeli Minister of Settlement, Orit Strook, sparked widespread controversy after announcing that she would vote in the Israeli cabinet meeting (the security cabinet) in favor of continuing the war in Gaza, even if it resulted in the deaths of prisoners. This came in an interview with a local radio station, where she expressed her hardline stance on the aggression against the Gaza Strip.

Strook, who belongs to the 'Religious Zionism' party, confirmed that she is not the only one who will vote in favor of continuing the war, which provoked condemnation from the Families of Prisoners Committee. These statements reflect the Israeli government's extreme approach to dealing with the issue of Palestinian prisoners.

In a related context, the cabinet is meeting today, Thursday, to vote on the Israeli army's plans to occupy the city of Gaza, which had previously been approved by Defense Minister Israel Katz. Tel Aviv estimates that there are 50 Israeli prisoners in Gaza, while there are more than 10,800 Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails suffering from harsh conditions.

Strook attempted to justify her position by stating that the vast majority of the Israeli public supports continuing the fight, referring to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's statements about the necessity of defeating Hamas to free the prisoners. This statement reflects the prevailing military vision in the Israeli government.

The minister also addressed Hamas's attempts to capture Israeli soldiers, stating that these operations should destabilize them. She claimed that the government's actions have made Israelis targets for kidnapping, calling for a focus on destroying Hamas.

In contrast, the Families of Prisoners Committee attacked Strook's statements, noting that 80% of the Israeli public wants all prisoners to be returned home, even if the price is ending the war. The committee emphasized that the ongoing war poses an existential threat to the lives of the prisoners and to Israel's identity.

The Israeli government continues to escalate its aggression against the Palestinians in Gaza, while international mediations, such as those from Egypt, Qatar, and the United States, seek to reach a ceasefire and a prisoner exchange, amid the difficult humanitarian conditions faced by the Palestinians.

The Global Coalition for Palestine announced the launch of an International Day of Solidarity Events for Gaza, scheduled for Saturday, September 6. This initiative comes as part of a broad movement aimed at addressing the escalating humanitarian disaster in the besieged Gaza Strip. The announcement followed the founding conference of the coalition held in London last month, which was attended by representatives from over 25 countries representing 65 organizations.

Participants in the conference agreed to launch a global movement against the genocide faced by Palestinians, with thousands from around the world expected to participate in the International Day events. The activities will include gatherings in public squares, in front of government offices, and embassies of countries supporting the occupying state, as well as the offices of arms supplying companies.

These events aim to demand an end to the genocide, lift the blockade imposed on the Gaza Strip, and hold the occupying state accountable for its crimes. The activities will include marches, protests, artistic performances, and moments of collective silence, under the slogan calling for a permanent ceasefire and an end to international complicity.

Ans Takriti, the head of the coalition's interim executive committee, stated: "This is not just a demonstration; it is a collective statement of intent, where people will gather on September 6 from all over the world to demand an end to the genocide in Gaza and the restoration of the basic human rights of Palestinians."

The coalition includes prominent figures in the international solidarity movement, including British MP Jeremy Corbyn, former leader of the Labour Party, Dr. Mustafa Barghouti from Palestine, Yanis Varoufakis from Greece, Ronnie Kasrils from South Africa, and Gerry Adams, the former leader of the Irish Sinn Féin party.

These figures seek to enhance global efforts supporting the Palestinian cause, as the Global Coalition for Palestine has called on organizations, unions, student and religious bodies, and civil society groups to consider September 6 a central milestone to build on the efforts for Palestinian justice.

The coalition also called for coordinating field actions to pressure governments and institutions complicit with the occupation, thereby enhancing international solidarity and supporting the rights of Palestinians.

Ten citizens were martyred and others were injured, including three aid seekers, today Thursday, in the shelling and gunfire of the Israeli occupation in the Al-Tuffah neighborhood northeast of Gaza, Salah al-Din Street in the center of the sector, and Khan Younis city to the south.

Our correspondent reported that five citizens from the Al-Ashtal family were martyred in the shelling of an occupation drone in the northwest area of Khan Younis city, reflecting the extent of the suffering faced by Palestinian families amid the ongoing aggression.

Additionally, three citizens were martyred and another was injured as a result of the occupation targeting gatherings of citizens near an aid center on Salah al-Din Street in the center of the Gaza Strip, highlighting the occupation's targeting of humanitarian aid.

Meanwhile, two other citizens were martyred and others were critically injured due to the shelling of an occupation drone that targeted a gathering of citizens in the Al-Zarqa area of the Al-Tuffah neighborhood northeast of Gaza city.

The demolition and destruction operations carried out by the occupation continue in the Zaitoun neighborhood east of Gaza city, and the Sabra neighborhood in the center and south of the city, as well as in Jabalia in the north of the sector, exacerbating the deteriorating humanitarian conditions.

This incident is part of a series of assaults faced by the Palestinian people, as the occupation forces continue to deliberately target civilians, necessitating international action to stop these violations.

The Norwegian Football Federation announced that the proceeds from the match between the Norwegian national team and the occupying team will be allocated to support the besieged Gaza Strip. The match, scheduled to take place in Oslo on October 11, 2026, is part of the World Cup qualifiers and reflects Norway's commitment to supporting humanitarian causes.

Liz Klaveness, the president of the Norwegian Football Federation, confirmed in an official statement that the aim of this step is to provide urgent assistance to humanitarian organizations working to save lives in Gaza. She highlighted the important role these organizations play in providing emergency aid to those in need.

The expected amount from ticket sales for the match has not been specified, but a large turnout from Norwegian fans is anticipated. The match will be held at the "Ullevål" stadium, which has a capacity of 26,000 spectators, although strict security measures may reduce the number of available tickets by about 3,000.

In response to this initiative, the Israeli Football Association demanded that the Norwegian Federation condemn the attacks that occurred on October 7, 2023, and the detention of Palestinian prisoners by Hamas. These demands reflect the increasing tensions between the two sides under the current circumstances.

The Israeli Federation also noted in its statement the necessity of ensuring that the funds generated from the match do not go to organizations it considers terrorist, referencing previous issues Norway has faced due to international criticism.

On the other hand, the Norwegian Minister of Finance announced that the government is considering taking additional measures regarding its investments in the occupying state, indicating that this issue is receiving serious attention from Norwegian authorities. The minister confirmed that this matter is a priority on the government's agenda.

These steps come at a sensitive time, as Palestinians in Gaza face difficult humanitarian conditions, making international support more crucial than ever. Through this initiative, Norway aims to highlight the suffering of the Palestinian people.

The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is facing increasing pressure from within the MAGA movement, as several influential figures within the movement have demanded clarifications regarding the allowance of a senior Israeli official to leave for Tel Aviv after being arrested in Nevada. This arrest came as part of a covert operation targeting perpetrators of sexual crimes against children, sparking widespread debate about how the administration is handling such issues.

The Israeli official in question is Tom Artyom Alexandrovich, who is considered prominent in the field of cybersecurity in Israel. After his arrest, he was able to post a $10,000 bail and quickly left for Israel, raising questions about why his passport was not confiscated during his detention. Commentators within the MAGA movement expressed their discontent over this matter, calling for the official to be returned to face justice.

Republican Congress members Marjorie Taylor Greene and Thomas Massie, who are among the most vocal critics of Israel, joined the list of those criticizing the release of Alexandrovich on bail. Media personality Tucker Carlson questioned why a foreign official accused of a sexual crime was allowed to evade trial, reflecting the division within the movement regarding relations with the occupying state.

President Trump attempted to contain the rising anger by defending Attorney General Pam Bondi, who expressed her dismay over the incident and made calls to the Nevada Attorney General and the FBI Director. This situation reflects the internal tensions within the MAGA movement, as members disagree on how to handle sexual assault cases involving foreign officials.

Tensions among the movement's supporters are increasing, with some viewing Israel as a sacred ally, while others see it merely as a foreign state exploiting the United States. The war in Gaza and the escalating humanitarian crisis have intensified these divisions, making every new controversy regarding Israel additional fuel for the internal conflict within the movement.

Reports indicate that Alexandrovich was one of eight individuals arrested as part of a weeks-long operation targeting perpetrators of sexual assaults on children. Although he has not yet been formally charged, he faces an allegation of enticing a child via computer for sexual purposes, complicating the case further.

Alexandrovich's attorney denied any implication that his client received special treatment, noting that his release was consistent with standard procedures. The U.S. State Department confirmed that it played no role in his release, adding further complexity to the case and raising questions about how the United States handles such cases.

In conclusion, the question remains regarding how this case will affect relations between the United States and the occupying state, and whether it will lead to changes in the internal policies of the MAGA movement.

The Secretary-General of the United Nations, Antonio Guterres, issued an urgent call to the international community, urging the need for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. He emphasized the importance of the unconditional release of all detainees, warning of the catastrophic consequences of any imminent military operation by the occupation against the besieged sector.

Guterres pointed out that any new attack on Gaza would inevitably lead to widespread death and destruction, necessitating urgent action to protect civilian lives. He noted that the top priority must be to avoid exacerbating the humanitarian tragedy that the sector is suffering from.

In a related context, Guterres strongly condemned the settlement policy pursued by the Israeli occupation in the occupied Palestinian territories. He called on the occupation to retract its decision to expand the construction of illegal settlements, indicating that this step threatens to divide the West Bank and undermines the chances of achieving a two-state solution.

Guterres affirmed that the construction of settlements in all its forms constitutes a blatant violation of international law and relevant United Nations resolutions. He explained that these unilateral actions seriously undermine the prospects for achieving a just and lasting peace in the region.

Guterres's call comes at a sensitive time, as the occupation announced plans to expand its military operations in Gaza and proceed with the construction of thousands of new settlement units. He confirmed that his focus on three key issues – a ceasefire, the release of detainees, and halting settlement expansion – reflects a comprehensive vision of the requirements for de-escalation and reviving the peace process.

Guterres urged the Security Council and active international powers to take concrete steps to enforce respect for international law and avoid a wider humanitarian disaster. He emphasized that the situation in Gaza requires immediate international action to preserve lives and prevent further escalation.