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No, Israel Is Not Committing Genocide in Gaza.
July 22, 2025.
By Bret Stephens.
Opinion Columnist
It may seem harsh to say, but there is a glaring dissonance to the charge that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. To wit: If the Israeli government’s intentions and actions are truly genocidal — if it is so malevolent that it is committed to the annihilation of Gazans — why hasn’t it been more methodical and vastly more deadly? Why not, say, hundreds of thousands of deaths, as opposed to the nearly 60,000 that Gaza’s Hamas-run Health Ministry, which does not distinguish between combatant and civilian deaths, has cited so far in nearly two years of war?
It’s not that Israel lacks the capacity to have meted vastly greater destruction than what it has inflicted so far. It is the leading military power of its region, stronger now that it has decimated Hezbollah and humbled Iran. It could have bombed without prior notice, instead of routinely warning Gazans to evacuate areas it intended to strike. It could have bombed without putting its own soldiers, hundreds of whom have died in combat, at risk.
It isn’t that Israel has been deterred from striking harder by the presence of its hostages in Gaza. Israeli intelligence is said to have a fairly good idea of where those hostages are being held, which is one reason, with tragic exceptions, relatively few have died from Israeli fire. And it knows that, as brutal as the hostages’ captivity has been, Hamas has an interest in keeping them alive.
Nor is it that Israel lacks diplomatic cover. President Trump has openly envisaged requiring all Gazans to leave the territory, repeatedly warning that “all hell” would break out in Gaza if Hamas didn’t return the hostages. As for the threat of economic boycotts, the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange has been the world’s best-performing major stock index since Oct. 7. 2023. With due respect to the risk of Irish boycotts, Israel is not a country facing a fundamental economic threat. If anything, it’s the boycotters who stand to suffer.
In short, the first question the anti-Israel genocide chorus needs to answer is: Why isn’t the death count higher?
The answer, of course, is that Israel is manifestly not committing genocide, a legally specific and morally freighted term that is defined by the United Nations convention on genocide as the “intent to destroy, in whole or in part, a national, ethnical, racial or religious group, as such.”
[https://www.nytimes.com/2025/07/22/opinion/no-israel-is-not-committing-genocide-in-gaza.html YNet]
A voice of reason.
Brett Stephens: There is No Genocide in Gaza.
There is no Genocide in Gaza and there never has been. Further, the fault for any suffering being endured lies squarely at the door of Hamas, who could end the war at any moment.
Gila Isaacson.
Jul 25, 2025 16:52
In his July 22 *New York Times* opinion piece, “No, Israel Is Not Committing Genocide in Gaza,” [https://www.nytimes.com/2025/07/22/opinion/no-israel-is-not-committing-genocide-in-gaza.html] Bret Stephens wades into one of the most hotly debated issues of late: whether Israel’s military actions in Gaza constitute genocide. The article has ignited fierce discussion, with supporters praising its legal clarity and critics decrying it as dismissive of Palestinian suffering.
For those seeking to understand a perspective that challenges the genocide label through a legal and military lens, Stephens’ piece offers a provocative entry point, one that demands careful scrutiny, not just buying the Hamas propaganda shoved in our faces over and over again..
Stephens’ Core Argument.
Stephens, a Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist known for his conservative-leaning foreign policy commentary, anchors his argument in the United Nations Convention on Genocide, which defines genocide as acts committed with “intent to destroy, in whole or in part, a national, ethnical, racial or religious group, as such.” He asserts that Israel’s actions in Gaza, while devastating, do not meet this threshold.
Citing the Gaza Health Ministry’s reported death toll of approximately 60,000, Stephens argues that the figure is far lower than what a genocidal campaign, given Israel’s military might, would produce. He points to Israel’s operational choices, such as issuing evacuation warnings, conducting ground operations that risk its own soldiers, and avoiding heavy strikes where hostages may be held, as evidence against genocidal intent.
In contrast, he explains that on Hamas’s October 7, Hamas slaughtered over 1,200 Israelis, deliberately targeting civilians based on identity, aligning it closer to the genocide definition. Stephens’ legal lens is narrow by design, focusing on the specific criterion of intent. He dismisses inflammatory statements by Israeli officials, such as calls to “erase” Gaza, as “vengeful sound bites” rather than policy directives.
His military analysis suggests that Israel’s actions reflect a counterterrorism strategy, however brutal, rather than a systematic extermination campaign. This framing challenges the genocide label by emphasizing legal and operational distinctions, inviting readers to open their eyes.
Why Listen to Him:
Legal Clarity: By grounding his argument in the UN’s genocide definition, Stephens provides a structured framework for assessing a term often used rhetorically. This can help readers navigate the emotional weight of the debate and focus on specific criteria, such as intent, which is central to international law.
Military Context: Stephens’ analysis of Israel’s operational tactics, evacuation warnings, targeted strikes, and restraint in hostage zones, offers insight into how military strategy is used to argue against genocidal intent.
Counterpoint to Prevailing Narratives: As a conservative voice in a liberal-leaning outlet, Stephens challenges what some see as a rush to label Israel’s actions as genocide. His piece resonates with those skeptical of mainstream media or international bodies like the UN, which have faced accusations of bias from pro-Israel advocates.
On platforms like X, supporters of Stephens’ view argue that his piece cuts through hyperbolic accusations, with posts citing the legal definition and Israel’s restraint as key points. Outlets like *Israel Hayom* have echoed his reasoning, emphasizing that the casualty figures and military tactics do not align with genocidal campaigns like those in Rwanda or Bosnia.
[https://www.jfeed.com/news-israel/brett-stephens-gaza-genocide-analysis JFeed]
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Yeshiva students spat at, insulted by Arab man with knife in Lucerne, Switzerland
An Arab man with a knife approached a group of yeshiva students while shouting antisemitic insults and 'free Palestine' in Lucerne, Switzerland.
By Mathilda Heller.
July 22, 2025 15:21
An Arab man armed with a knife approached a group of yeshiva students while shouting antisemitic insults and 'free Palestine' in Lucerne, Switzerland on Saturday, Jonathan Kreutner, Secretary General of the Swiss Federation of Jewish Communities (SIG) confirmed to the Jerusalem Post on Tuesday.
[https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-861874 JPost]
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Israeli Scientist Strikes Back.
Shay Laps sues Stanford for anti-Semitic harassment and fabrication of sexual harassment charges.
July 22, 2025 by Lloyd Billingsley.
[https://www.frontpagemag.com/fpm-plus/israeli-scientist-strikes-back/ FPM]
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Anti-Israel protester Mahmoud Khalil repeatedly refuses to condemn Hamas in tense CNN interview: ‘Disingenuous to ask’. Anna Young, New York Post, July 22, 2025.
[https://nypost.com/2025/07/22/us-news/anti-israel-protester-mahmoud-khalil-repeatedly-refuses-to-condemn-hamas-in-tense-cnn-interview/ NYPost]
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We Went To The “Burned” Palestinian Church...
JNS TV | 23/7/25
Did Israeli settlers burn down a historic church in Samaria, or was it a viral lie fueled by an anti-Israel agenda? What really happened on the ground?
JNS Middle East correspondent Josh Hasten is joined by Tila Falic Levy, a passionate advocate for Israel and Judea and Samaria, to uncover the truth behind the incendiary headlines. Together, they reveal the true nature of the incident, detailing the misleading reports and the facts that were conveniently ignored by mainstream media. From the actual cause of the fire to the broader political implications of this smear campaign, “Judeacation” pulls back the curtain on a fabricated narrative designed to inflame tensions and damage Israel’s reputation.
Topics covered in this episode include: The alleged church burning incident in Taibe and the facts surrounding the fire The importance of preserving Israel’s historical and religious sites The role of media in spreading misinformation about Israel The realities of life for Christians in Judea and Samaria, including the impact of the Palestinian Authority on their safety The geopolitical dynamics of Israeli settlement and the risks posed to those living in disputed territories Tila’s unique perspective on defending Israel and her personal connection to the land of Judea.
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTPQ6fX5Ck0 on YouTube]
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Danon at Security Council debate: 'UN relief agency is a Hamas arm'.
Itamar Eichner|07.23.25 | 18:55
Israel's UN Ambassador Danny Danon participated in a UN Security Council debate on the Middle East and announced that Israel would take measures against the organization's humanitarian aid agency (OCHA), after claiming links between senior officials in the organization and Hamas. "OCHA is a Hamas propaganda arm operating from within the UN, using false data to harm Israel," he said. According to him, hundreds of agency employees in Israel will undergo security screening, and residence visas for senior officials will not be renewed, including OCHA's West Bank branch head Jonathan Whittall.
[https://www.ynetnews.com/article/iglnmvvc3 YNet]
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Unprecedented attack on Israel at UN Security Council over alleged Gaza humanitarian crisis.
US stands alone in backing Israel at heated session, rejecting accusations of genocide and defending its right to self-defense, while much of the international community condemns blockade and military actions in Gaza; US envoy: 'The responsibility for civilian deaths lies with Hamas'.
Itamar Eichner|07.24.25 | 00:36
[https://www.ynetnews.com/article/rjesrtrigg YNet]
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One-month visas to replace automatic documents for UN aid agency, Israel says.
Danny Danon told the Security Council that the U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs “violates the U.N.’s own standards in every other conflict, but when it comes to Israel, those standards disappear.”
Mike Wagenheim.
(July 24, 2025 / JNS)
Danny Danon, the Israeli ambassador to the United Nations, accused the U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs of intentionally publishing false and misleading data, and OCHA leaders of spreading slander.
“Hundreds of OCHA employees are undergoing security vetting,” Danon told the U.N. Security Council during its meeting on Wednesday. “Key employees will not have their permits renewed following clear evidence of strong affiliation with Hamas.”
Israel will no longer grant automatic visas to OCHA’s international staff, and the visas it does issue will be limited to one-month terms, Danon said.
Danon said that Jonathan Whittall, the head of OCHA’s office for the Palestinian territories, has “consistently and outrageously demonstrated his bias and agenda against the State of Israel.” The Israeli envoy told the council that Israel won’t renew Whittall’s visa, and he will have to leave the country by the end of the month.
“We will no longer allow anti-Israel activity under the guise of humanitarianism,” Danon said. “Israel will continue to protect its citizens and stand against mechanisms that promote lies, incitement and terrorism, even if they bear the U.N. logo.”
[https://www.jns.org/one-month-visas-to-replace-automatic-documents-for-un-aid-agency-israel-says/ JNS]
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Iran’s ‘migration jihad' sees thousands of radicals sent to UK on weaponised routes.
Tehran has forged a strategic partnership with Algeria to weaponise migration routes and penetrate UK borders with radicalised operatives.
By EXCLUSIVE by Marco Giannangeli, Defence and Diplomatic Editor.
09:25, Thu, Jul 24, 2025 Updated: 09:35, Thu, Jul 24, 2025.
[https://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/2086078/Iran-migration-jihad-UK Express UK]
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In the Heart of Berlin: Hundreds Celebrate Massacres of Druze
The crowd, including Syrian refugees, chanted for rape, murder, and ethnic cleansing in a chilling public rally.
Javier Villamor — July 24, 2025
[https://europeanconservative.com/articles/news/berlin-syrians-hate-speech-glorifying-violence-against-druze/ EuropeanConservative]
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The arrests of Bahais and Jews on charges of espionage for Israel.
Religious minorities, whose very existence challenges the regime’s claim of “Islamic purity,” are the easiest targets. And they are geting targetted now in Iran. Opinion.
Negar Karamati.
2 minutes
Jul 24, 2025, 11:02 AM (GMT+3)
Iranian Jewish communityBahaisNegar
[...]
In recent weeks, Islamic Republic security forces have also arrested at least eight relatives of those killed during the 2022 protests. This is part of a broader crackdown on social activists, ethnic and religious minorities, and other citizens following the ceasefire between Iran and Israel. At least 21 Christian converts were arrested in six Iranian cities in early July.
The allegations leveled are absurd and unbelievable:..
[https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/412181 INN]
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France to recognize Palestinian state, drawing Israeli, US reproach.
“Such a move rewards terror and risks creating another Iranian proxy, just as Gaza became,” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated.
JNS Staff.
(July 24, 2025 / JNS)
French President Emmanuel Macron stated on Thursday that “consistent with its historic commitment to a just and lasting peace in the Middle East,” Paris intends to recognize a Palestinian state.
“I will make this solemn announcement before the United Nations General Assembly this coming September,” Macron stated. “The urgent priority today is to end the war in Gaza and to bring relief to the civilian population.”
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu “strongly” condemned Macron’s decision “to recognize a Palestinian state next to Tel Aviv in the wake of the Oct. 7 massacre.”
“Such a move rewards terror and risks creating another Iranian proxy, just as Gaza became,” Netanyahu stated. “A Palestinian state in these conditions would be a launch pad to annihilate Israel—not to live in peace beside it. Let’s be clear: the Palestinians do not seek a state alongside Israel. They seek a state instead of Israel.”
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar said, “The French president’s pretension to create by mere words an illusory arrangement in our land is ridiculous and not serious,” adding that Macron’s latest statement showed that all the conditions he had set a few weeks ago had evaporated.
“All that remains is the illusory state he presumes to establish,” Sa’ar wrote on X. “A Palestinian state will be a Hamas state, just as the withdrawal from the Gaza Strip twenty years ago led to Hamas taking control of it. President Macron cannot provide security for Israel Let’s hope he succeeds in doing so on the streets of Paris. Israel’s attempt to base its security on Palestinian promises to fight terror completely failed in the Oslo process. Israel will no longer gamble on its security and its future.”
Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli wrote on X, “President @EmmanuelMacron, Here is the appropriate response to your recognition of a Palestinian state as a reward for Hamas terrorism,” posting a video from a 2017 incident in which Macron was slapped by a man during an election campaign appearance in Tain-l’Hermitage.
Defense Minister Israel Katz posted on X, “Macron’s announcement of his intention to recognize a Palestinian state is a disgrace and a surrender to terrorism, granting a reward and encouragement to the murderers and rapists of Hamas, who carried out the most horrific massacre of the Jewish people since the Holocaust.”
He added, “Instead of standing with Israel at this challenging time, the French president is acting to weaken it. We will not allow the establishment of a Palestinian entity that would harm our security, endanger our existence, and undermine our historical right to the Land of Israel. We are all united to prevent this grave danger.”
Danny Danon, the Israeli ambassador to the United Nations, stated that “neither international conferences disconnected from reality nor unilateral statements at the United Nations will lead to peace.”
“Macron’s decision to recognize a Palestinian state after the massacre of Oct. 7 and precisely at a time when Hamas is still holding hostages is a disgraceful reward for terrorism,” Danon said. “Anyone who ignores the reality on the ground—that Israel has no partner for peace—harms not only Israel but the stability of the entire region.”
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that Washington “strongly rejects” Macron’s plan.
“This reckless decision only serves Hamas propaganda and sets back peace,” Rubio stated. “It is a slap in the face to the victims of Oct. 7.”
Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) stated that Macron’s decision is “a shameful endorsement of terrorists” and that “the best way for this conflict to end is to back Israel in its righteous mission of rescuing the hostages and defeating Hamas.”
AIPAC stated that Macron “is acting as Hamas’s handmaiden” and is “rewarding Hamas’s barbaric attack on the Jewish state on Oct. 7.”
“This unilateral recognition makes peace and reconciliation even more elusive,” it said. “We urge the administration and Congress to express their opposition to the French government concerning this irresponsible action.”
Palestinian Authority head Mahmoud Abbas welcomed Macron’s affirmation that “France will officially recognize the State of Palestine during the upcoming United Nations General Assembly session in September.”
According to the Palestinian news agency, WAFA, “Abbas expressed deep appreciation for the courageous step by France, one that will contribute significantly to achieving peace based on the two-state solution in line with international legitimacy and international law.”
[https://www.jns.org/france-to-recognize-palestinian-state-drawing-israeli-reproach/ JNS]
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Former GHF director: If someone is hungry in Gaza, it's the fault of Hamas and the UN.
Shahar Segal, former spokesperson for US aid group GHF, says UN refusal to cooperate and Hamas control are fueling Gaza’s food insecurity and prolonging the war.
Israel National News.
Jul 25, 2025, 8:23 AM (GMT+3)
[https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/412233 INN]
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Indictment: Israeli Arab transferred 1.5m NIS to terror group.
Arab man from Tamra indicted for security offenses, including contact with a foreign agent and assisting the Islamic Jihad terrorist group under the guise of donations for Gaza's children.
Israel National News.
Published: Jul 25, 2025, 11:12 AM (GMT+3)
[https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/412241 INN]
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'We must not normalize this reality,' Michal Salomon says, marking 8 years since attack.
Michal Salomon, widow of Elad Salomon, who was murdered in the Halamish terror attack eight years ago, tells of her husband’s bravery as he fought the terrorist with his bare hands to protect his family.
Israel National News. Jul 25, 2025, 3:28 PM (GMT+3)
[https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/412250 INN]
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Israeli security officials clarify: No famine in Gaza.
Israeli sourcs address recent reports claiming 'famine' in Gaza, stressing there is no actual famine in the city, Hamas orchestrating false 'starvation campaign' to pressure Israel into ending the war.
Israel National News.
Jul 25, 2025, 3:43 PM (GMT+3)
[https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/412249 INN]
amine? That’s simply not happening': Israeli officials push back on global criticism of Gaza humanitarian crisis.
Israel denies famine claims, blames Hamas and global 'coordinated campaign' but admits challenges; aid resumes via Egypt, with Jordan and UAE set to airdrop supplies; UN ramps up deliveries; Israel says public diplomacy efforts ongoing.
Elisha Ben Kimon|Yesterday | 07.25.25 15:21
Israeli security officials on Friday responded to growing international criticism over the humanitarian situation in Gaza, calling it part of a “coordinated campaign” by both Hamas and the international community. [https://www.ynetnews.com/article/rkp00kxwvgl YNet]
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Palestinian children terrorize Israeli roads.
Police stepping up measures against a troubling phenomenon concerning drivers in the north: Palestinian children collect donations and resort to violence against drivers who refuse to give.
Israel National News.
Jul 25, 2025, 3:58 PM (GMT+3)
[https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/412252 INN]
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IDF Eliminates Hezbollah HR Guy | WATCH.
The IDF eliminated a Hezbollah personnel officer earlier today who was operating in the Bint Jbeil area of southern Lebanon.
Avi Woolf.
Jul 25, 2025 21:12
[https://www.jfeed.com/news-israel/hezbollah-officer-eliminated JFeed]
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Trump Announces: "Israel Will Finish the Job, Clean Out the Area".
After the terror organization dismantled negotiations for a hostage deal, Trump calls for powerful actions in Gaza and the final dismantling of Hamas.
Yair Amar, JFeed Staff.
Jul 25, 2025 22:21
[https://www.jfeed.com/news-israel/trump-israel-hamas-conflict JFeed]
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Italy says no as Macron allies not rushing to join recognition of Palestine.
UK, Germany, Italy say they do not intend to follow France's initiative that would not bring peace; US president calls it irrelevant; Canada among countries that support France; Macron's aide expects Australia, Japan, New Zealand to voice support as well
Daniel Edelson, New York, Itamar Eichner|07.26.25.
[https://www.ynetnews.com/article/byv9g11gpeg YNet]
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Huckabee: France will offer Riviera for Palestinian state.
French President Emmanuel Macron didn't say where Palestinan state will be located, US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee points out.
Israel National News.
Jul 25, 2025, 8:39 AM (GMT+3)
[https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/412238 INN]
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'Growing evidence' war shattered Iran's nuke program, designs to build electromagnetic weapon.
WaPo cites an Israeli source as detailing heavy damage to all aspects of Iran's nuclear program and hopes of building 'electromagnetic pulse (EMP) weapon that could cripple Israel electronically'.
i24NEWS.
July 26, 2025 at 03:56 PM
[https://www.i24news.tv/en/news/middle-east/iran-eastern-states/artc-report-israeli-and-u-s-attacks-shattered-iran-s-nuclear-program-designs-to-build-electromagnetic-weapon i24]
WSJ: Iran Planned to Hit Israel with EMP Bomb |
A stunning report published earlier today in *The Washington Post* reveals that Iran planned to drop an electromagnetic pulse (EMP) bomb on Israel, which would have crippled the country’s power grid. Israeli security sources say: “Iran is no longer a nuclear threshold state.”
Gila Isaacson
Jul 26, 2025 21:32
[https://www.jfeed.com/news-israel/iran-emp-nuclear-plans-israel JFeed]
New details on Iran attack: The bomb that could have paralyzed Israel.
Iran was working on developing an electromagnetic pulse bomb which could have crippled Israel's electrical infrastructure.
Israel National News. Jul 26, 2025, 9:09 PM (GMT+3)
[https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/412270 INN]
Report: Iran’s ‘doomsday’ weapons designed to paralyze Israel—now destroyed.
Israeli and US attacks eliminated top Iranian scientists and reportedly destroyed critical infrastructure tied to nuclear, EMP and hydrogen bomb efforts; Israel no longer sees Iran as a threshold nuclear state
Ynet|07.26.25
[https://www.ynetnews.com/article/byv9g11gpeg YNet]
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Suspect in ramming attack still at large.
Police post new photograph of Arkan Khaled seen driving a car into a group, wounding 11, including nine soldiers; public urged to notify authorities as soon as he is identified.
Ilana Curiel|07.26.25
The hunt for Arkan Khaled, a suspected terrorist who wounded 11 people in a car ramming attack on Thursday, was still underway on Saturday and authorities posted a new photograph of the 27-year-old resident of Taibe, asking the public to assist in his apprehension. "Call the police emergency line 100, as soon as you recognize him," the police asked.
[https://www.ynetnews.com/article/sjasrlmwxl YNet]
After two-day manhunt, ramming attack suspect caught hiding on crane at construction site.
Police arrest Arkan Khaled, 27, from Taybeh, suspected of injuring 11 people, including nine soldiers, in a car-ramming attack near Kfar Yona; he was captured at a construction site after a two-day manhunt involving drones and helicopters.
Raanan Ben-Zur|07.26.25
[https://www.ynetnews.com/article/syxmxtfveg YNet]
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Responding to 'hunger' campaign:
IAF to airdrop thousands of tons of food to Hamas-controlled Gaza.
Yoni Kempinski.
Jul 26, 2025, 10:28 PM
[https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/412276 INN]
Israel conducts first airdrop of humanitarian aid into Gaza amid reports of food crisis.
In rare move, IDF says it airdropped seven pallets of food into Gaza and connected power to southern desalination plant; army denies famine claims as 'false campaign' by Hamas and will open humanitarian corridors for UN and aid convoys.
Yoav Zitun, Lior Ben Ari, Itamar Eichner|07.27.25.
https://www.ynetnews.com/category/3083 YNet]
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Documents Reveal:
French delegation met with Hamas leaders.
Journalist Omri Maniv reports that France held secret talks with the Hamas leadership, with the approval of French President Emmanuel Macron, long before the October 7 attack.
Israel National News.
Jul 26, 2025, 10:35 PM
[https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/412277 INN]
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IDF intercepts Gaza-bound flotilla.
IDF intercepts pro-Palestinian ship 'Handala' as it approaches Gaza.
Israel National News.
Published: Jul 26, 2025, 11:38 PM (GMT+3)
[https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/412279 INN]
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Over recognition of 'Palestine':
US Jewish groups reject meeting with French minister.
Philissa Cramer, JTA
Jul 27, 2025, 12:12 AM
[https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/412281 INN]
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Israeli Commandos Intercept Handala Flotilla Ship | WATCH.
“Handala” boarded in international waters, towed to Ashdod; Israel affirms blockade is lawful and necessary to prevent arms smuggling by Hamas.
Yair Kleinbaum.
Jul 27, 2025 07:53
[https://www.jfeed.com/news/gaza-flotilla-interception JFeed]
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BREAKING: Brazil Withdraws from Holocaust Remembrance Alliance.
Israel claims Brazil withdraw from Holocaust remembrance alliance while joining ICJ genocide case. Brazilian officials have not confirmed the withdrawal amid diplomatic tensions.
Lara Sukster Mosheyof.
Jul 27, 2025 11:38
[https://www.jfeed.com/news-world/brazil-ihra-withdrawal-icj-case JFeed]
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Two IDF soldiers killed in armored vehicle blast in southern Gaza.
Two soldiers were killed, and a third was injured, while in an APC as a result of an explosive device. Two other IDF soldiers were injured in a separate incident in southern Gaza Strip.
By Jerusalem Post Staff, Amir Bohbot.
July 27, 2025.
Capt. Amir Saad, 22, from Druze village Yanuh-Jat, and Sgt. Inon Nuriel Vana, 20, from Kiryat Tivon, an officer and a soldier in the Golani Brigade's reconnaissance battalion, were killed in Khan Yunis on Saturday, the IDF said on Monday.
A third soldier, also from the Golani Brigade, was wounded in the same incident.
[https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-862298 JPost]
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==Further reading==
==Further reading==