Israel committed horrific massacres in Gaza. (Photo: via social media, QNN)
July 5, 2025
The Palestinian Resistance Movement Hamas announced it has delivered a “positive” response to the mediators and expressed readiness to immediately begin negotiations on the implementation mechanism of the proposed ceasefire.
Newly released video shows a complex Palestinian ambush involving mines, tunnel warfare, and direct engagements east of Gaza City.
Since Oct. 7, 2023, Israel has killed 57,338 Palestinians and injured 135,957, the majority of whom are women and children, reports the Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza.
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US State Department: Americans Injured in Hamas Attack on Aid Site
US STATE DEPARTMENT: The US State Department said that American nationals were injured in an attack by Hamas on an aid distribution site operated by the “Gaza Relief Foundation.”
Israeli Security Cabinet Convenes to Discuss Exchange Deal
ISRAELI MEDIA: Israeli outlets report that the security cabinet has begun a meeting to discuss a potential prisoner exchange and ceasefire deal in Gaza.
Israeli Army to Summon 54,000 Haredi Youths for Military Service
ISRAELI MEDIA: An Israeli military source told Channel 14 that the army plans to issue 54,000 draft orders to ultra-Orthodox (Haredi) youths. The move targets various subgroups, including the Lithuanian stream, now the dominant Haredi faction.
78 Palestinians Killed in Gaza Since Dawn
PALESTINIAN MEDIA: At least 78 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli airstrikes across multiple areas of Gaza since the morning.
Ben-Gvir: Netanyahu Must Back Down from ‘Surrender Plan’
ITAMAR BEN-GVIR: Israeli Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir called on Netanyahu to abandon what he called a “surrender plan” and to pursue full military occupation of Gaza. He argued that only complete control, an end to aid, and the encouragement of migration would achieve Israel’s goals.
Al-Quds Brigades: We Targeted Israeli Forces in Abasan al-Kabira
AL-QUDS BRIGADES: The military wing of Islamic Jihad announced it shelled gatherings of Israeli troops and vehicles in Abasan al-Kabira, east of Khan Yunis, using mortar fire.
Israeli Media: Tel Aviv to Send Delegation to Doha
ISRAELI MEDIA: Israel has decided to send a negotiation delegation to Qatar, likely departing on Sunday. While Israel did not fully endorse Hamas’ response, officials say it includes elements worth engaging with. The Israeli security cabinet is set to discuss the response today.
Israeli Army: Two Rockets Intercepted From Southern Gaza
ISRAELI ARMY: The Israeli military says it intercepted two rockets launched from Khan Yunis toward Kissufim. Sirens sounded across nearby settlements.
Al Jazeera Airs Footage of Al-Qassam Ambush in Khan Yunis
AL JAZEERA: New footage shows Al-Qassam fighters ambushing Israeli forces and targeting tanks in Khan Yunis. The operation reportedly involved anti-tank weaponry and close-range combat
Hamas: Response Coordinated with All Palestinian Factions
HAMAS: The movement said its response to the ceasefire framework was the result of consensus among Palestinian factions. Hamas emphasized the importance of a united front to halt the ongoing genocide.
64 Palestinians Killed in Gaza since Dawn
GAZA HEALTH MINISTRY: At least 64 people have been killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza since this morning.
Spanish Citizen Files War Crimes Complaint against Israel over Gaza Aid Ship Raid
PALESTINE CHRONICLE: Spanish marine mechanic Sergio Toribio has filed a war crimes complaint against Israel, accusing its navy of carrying out a violent raid on the Gaza-bound aid ship Madleen in international waters.
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