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Reports indicate the death toll in Gaza has risen further amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. News outlets in the region and beyond are tracking mounting casualties as fighting continues, with humanitarian organisations warning of a worsening situation for civilians in the territory.
- 2Captor of hostage Noa Argamani killed in Gaza strikes▼Terrorist who kidnapped Noa Argamani into Gaza on Oct. 7 killed in weekend strikes
Israeli strikes over the weekend killed one of the militants who abducted Noa Argamani into Gaza during the October 7, 2023 Hamas-led attack. Argamani, who was rescued by Israeli forces in June 2024, became one of the most recognized faces of the hostages. News of the militant's death is drawing attention amid ongoing strikes and stalled ceasefire efforts.
- 3Hamas says agreed Gaza roadmap includes Palestinian statehood▼Hamas leader: Gaza roadmap we agreed to includes establishment of Palestinian state
A Hamas leader says the Gaza roadmap the group agreed to includes the establishment of a Palestinian state. The statement frames the deal as going beyond ceasefire arrangements and touching long-term political questions. Observers are weighing how the claim aligns with the terms accepted by other parties and what it signals for negotiations over Gaza's future governance.
- 4Report: Netanyahu Ordered Forces to 'Minimize Escalation' in Gaza Days Before Oct 7▼Days before Oct 7, PM ordered security forces to ‘minimize escalation’ in Gaza – report
A new report says Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu instructed Israeli security forces to 'minimize escalation' in Gaza just days before the October 7 Hamas attack. The claim has intensified debate over whether political directives constrained military readiness in the period leading up to the assault, and it is fueling ongoing arguments over responsibility for the failures of that day.
- 5October 7 attacker in Noa Argamani abduction reported killed in Gaza strike▼Oct. 7 terrorist involved in Noa Argamani abduction killed in Gaza strike, reports say
Reports say an Israeli airstrike in Gaza has killed a militant involved in the October 7 abduction of Noa Argamani, one of the hostages seized during the Hamas-led attack. Argamani was freed in a rescue operation in June 2024. Israeli officials have not been quoted in detail, and the full circumstances of the strike remain unclear as coverage develops.
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Israeli actions described as ceasefire violations have killed one person and wounded six others in Gaza, according to a report by IMEMC News. The incident comes amid ongoing scrutiny of the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, with observers closely watching for breaches that could derail the truce and reignite large-scale fighting in the enclave.
- 7IDF Uncovers 600-Meter Tunnel In Gaza▼IDF Discovers 600-Meter-Long Tunnel In Gaza| Watch What Happened Next To Hamas' Terror Hideout
The Israeli military says it has found a 600-meter-long tunnel in Gaza that it describes as a Hamas hideout, and footage shared by news outlets shows the structure being destroyed. The discovery is part of ongoing operations to dismantle the militant group's underground network, and the demolition clip is drawing wide attention online.
- 8Report: Netanyahu ordered Gaza de-escalation 10 days before October 7▼10 days before Oct. 7, PM ordered Israel ‘act to contain, minimize the escalation’ in Gaza — report
According to a new report, ten days before Hamas's October 7 attack, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered Israeli officials to act to contain and minimize escalation in Gaza. The disclosure is fueling debate over whether Israeli leadership underestimated threats from Gaza in the lead-up to the assault, and is intensifying scrutiny of the government's handling of intelligence warnings and security policy before the deadliest attack in Israel's history.
- 9Hamas condemns Board of Peace over UNRWA exclusion in Gaza▼Hamas slams Board of Peace for refusal to work with UNRWA in Gaza
Hamas has criticised the Board of Peace, the body overseeing arrangements for Gaza, after it refused to cooperate with UNRWA, the UN agency for Palestinian refugees. The dispute centres on who will deliver aid and services in the territory. Hamas says sidelining UNRWA undermines international legitimacy and Palestinian rights, while the Board of Peace's stance highlights ongoing tensions over the agency's future role.
- 10Israel forces kill militant behind Noa Argamani's October 7 abduction▼Israel security forces kill terrorist who kidnapped Noa Argamani on Oct. 7 in weekend strikes
Israeli security forces say they killed a militant responsible for kidnapping Noa Argamani during the Hamas-led October 7, 2023 attack, in strikes carried out over the weekend. Argamani, who became one of the most recognizable faces of the Hamas assault after footage of her abduction spread widely, was later freed in a rescue operation in June 2024. The strike is being reported across Israeli media as a symbolic closure in the case of one of the hostages most identified with the attack.
- 11Palestinians say captor of hostage Noa Argamani killed●Palestinians: Terrorist who abducted Noa Argamani to Gaza on Oct. 7 eliminated
Palestinian reports say a militant who took Israeli hostage Noa Argamani into Gaza during the October 7 Hamas-led attack has been eliminated. Argamani was abducted from the Nova music festival and became one of the most recognized faces of the hostages before being rescued by Israeli forces in June 2024. The claim of the militant's killing is circulating in Israeli and regional media.
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A reported warning from the United Arab Emirates ahead of the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel apparently never reached senior Israeli security leadership, according to reporting by The Jerusalem Post. The claim raises questions about how intelligence and diplomatic alerts circulated within Israel's security apparatus before the attack, and whether failures in internal communication contributed to the surprise that led to the deadliest day in Israeli history.
- 13Report says Netanyahu ignored warnings before October 7●Report: Netanyahu ignored direct high-level warnings prior to Oct 7. In late Sep 2023, eg, the UAE president phoned to w
A new report alleges Benjamin Netanyahu received direct high-level warnings ahead of the October 7 Hamas attack and failed to act on them. According to the account, the UAE president phoned Netanyahu in late September 2023 to warn that Hamas was considering a major attack, but Netanyahu did not pass the warning to his security chiefs and instead resisted proposals from some security officials. The claims have reignited debate over Israeli leadership failures surrounding the attack.
- 14Palestinians say captor of hostage Noa Argamani killed●Palestinians: Terrorist Who Kidnapped Noa Argamani to Gaza on Oct. 7 Killed
Palestinian sources report that the militant who abducted Israeli hostage Noa Argamani to Gaza during the October 7 Hamas-led attack has been killed. Argamani was later rescued by Israeli forces in June 2024. The announcement is drawing attention as Israelis and Palestinians continue to follow the fates of those involved in the October 7 attacks and the hostage crisis.
- 15Qatar PM: Netanyahu 'biggest obstacle' to Trump's Gaza deal▼Netanyahu is 'biggest obstacle' to implementing Trump's Gaza deal, Qatar PM says
Qatar's prime minister said Benjamin Netanyahu is the biggest obstacle to implementing President Trump's Gaza ceasefire and reconstruction plan. The accusation comes as mediation efforts led by Qatar and the United States attempt to move to the next phases of the agreement, with disputes over Israeli withdrawal terms and Hamas disarmament delaying progress.
- 16IDF Kills Terrorist Behind Noa Argamani Abduction●IDF kills terrorist who abducted Noa Argamani on October 7
The Israeli military says it has killed the terrorist responsible for abducting Noa Argamani during the Hamas-led October 7, 2023 attack on Israel. Argamani, one of the most widely recognized hostages of the war, was rescued by Israeli forces in June 2024. News of the militant's death is drawing attention as the conflict and hostage cases remain central to public discussion in Israel.
- 17IDF says it killed Hamas platoon commander in Gaza▼IDF kills Hamas platoon commander, additional terrorist in Gaza
The Israeli military says its forces killed a Hamas platoon commander and another militant in an operation in Gaza. The strike is part of the ongoing Israeli campaign against Hamas following the October 2023 attacks, with the IDF routinely announcing the elimination of senior and mid-level commanders. Details on the exact location and circumstances of the operation were not immediately provided.
- 18Report: Netanyahu ordered Gaza de-escalation days before October 7●Days before Oct. 7, PM ordered that Israel 'act to contain, minimize the escalation' in Gaza -- TV
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered officials to 'act to contain, minimize the escalation' in Gaza just days before Hamas's October 7 attack, according to a report aired on Israeli television. The revelation has drawn scrutiny in Israel, as it suggests the government was focused on easing tensions in Gaza immediately before the surprise assault that triggered the ongoing war.
- 19Hamas leader accuses Israel of exploiting Gaza bloodshed for election▼Hamas leader says Israel to use Gaza ‘blood’ in election
A Hamas leader has accused Israel of using the bloodshed in Gaza for political gain ahead of an election, according to Arab News. The claim frames Israel's military campaign as an electoral tool, adding to the heated rhetoric surrounding the Gaza conflict and its fallout across the region.
- 20Terrorist Behind Noa Argamani's Kidnapping Killed in Gaza▼Terrorist Who Kidnapped Noa Argamani Eliminated in Gaza
Israeli media report that a terrorist involved in the abduction of Noa Argamani during the October 7, 2023 Hamas-led attack has been eliminated in Gaza. Argamani, who was rescued by Israeli forces in June 2024, became one of the most recognized hostages of the war. Reports of the operative's death are drawing attention to the ongoing Israeli campaign against those responsible for the October 7 attacks.
- 21Hamas leader accuses Israel of exploiting Gaza blood for election●Hamas Leader Says Israel to Use Gaza 'Blood' in Election
A senior Hamas figure has accused Israel of planning to use the bloodshed in Gaza to its advantage in an upcoming election. The claim, reported by Middle East Eye, frames Israeli policy and military action as a political tool for domestic electoral gain. Israel has not responded to the accusation, and details about the specific election or the speaker's evidence remain limited.
- 22Ex-bodyguard of Hamas leader Haniyeh arrested over alleged attack plot●Ismail Haniyeh's ex-bodyguard arrested for planning terror attack against European Jews - report
A former bodyguard of the late Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh has reportedly been arrested over accusations that he was planning a terror attack against Jewish communities in Europe. The report has drawn attention to ongoing security concerns around Hamas networks abroad and the protection of Jewish communities on the continent.
- 23Second Source Claims Netanyahu Knew of Hamas Attack Plans▼Second Source Alleges Netanyahu Knew of Pending Hamas Attack
A second source has come forward alleging that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had advance knowledge of Hamas's pending attack. The claim, if substantiated, would raise serious questions about intelligence failures and political accountability surrounding the October assault. Netanyahu has denied prior knowledge, and the allegations are fueling ongoing debate in Israel and abroad about what officials knew before the attack.
- 24Hamas leader accuses Israel of using Palestinian blood for election▼Hamas leader says Israel to use ‘blood’ of Palestinians as fuel for election
A Hamas leader has accused Israel of planning to use the 'blood' of Palestinians as fuel for its upcoming election, according to the South China Morning Post. The remarks frame Israeli political campaigning as exploiting violence against Palestinians, and come amid heightened tensions in the region. The comment has drawn attention as Israeli election campaigning intensifies.
- 25Former Israeli intelligence officer accuses Netanyahu of blocking October 7 probe●Netanyahu accused by former intel officer of blocking Oct. 7 probe | Al Mayadeen English https:// english.almayadeen.net
A former Israeli intelligence officer, identified as Seri, has accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of blocking an official inquiry into the October 7 Hamas-led attack. According to the accusation, Netanyahu was warned and alerted before the attack but failed to act, and is now obstructing efforts to investigate the failures. The claim adds to growing criticism inside Israel over the lack of a formal state commission of inquiry into the security and political failures of that day.
- 26Hamas chief dismisses Israeli election, warns Gaza blood fuels campaigns▼Hamas chief dismisses Israeli election, warning Gaza's blood fuels campaigns
A Hamas leader has dismissed Israel's upcoming election, saying Israeli political campaigns are being fuelled by the bloodshed in Gaza. The comments frame the vote as irrelevant to Palestinians and accuse Israeli politicians of exploiting the war for electoral gain. The remarks come as campaigning intensifies in Israel with the Gaza conflict still a central issue for voters and parties.
- 27UK Gave Citizenship to Hamas Chief's Guard Who Then Plotted Terror●UK gave citizenship to Hamas chief’s guard, then he ‘plotted terror’
British authorities granted citizenship to a man who served as a bodyguard to a Hamas leader, according to The Times. The man is then reported to have been involved in plotting a terrorist attack, raising questions about how the security services vetted his application. The case is expected to prompt scrutiny of UK citizenship policy and counterterrorism checks, particularly given Britain's designation of Hamas as a proscribed terrorist organisation.
- 28Hamas leader says Gaza suffering will feature in Israel's election▼Hamas leader says Gaza's suffering will be used in Israel's election — Dawn
A Hamas leader says the suffering in Gaza will become part of Israel's election campaign. The remark suggests the movement expects competing Israeli political parties to invoke the war and the humanitarian situation in Gaza as they appeal to voters. The comment comes as the Gaza conflict continues to shape political debate inside Israel and across the region.
- 29Hamas leader accuses Israel of using Gaza blood for election●Hamas leader says Israel to use Gaza 'blood' in election; ready to sit down with Abbas
A senior Hamas leader accused Israel of exploiting bloodshed in Gaza for political gain ahead of Israeli elections. At the same time, he signalled that Hamas is ready to sit down with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, raising the prospect of renewed talks on Palestinian reconciliation and the situation in Gaza.
- 30BBC criticised for calling 53 Hamas members 'journalists'▼BBC under fire after 53 Hamas terrorists described as ‘journalists killed’
The BBC is facing criticism after a report described 53 Hamas members as 'journalists killed', according to reporting by Israel Hayom. Critics accuse the broadcaster of misrepresenting militants as press members, a claim likely to fuel the ongoing dispute over media coverage of the Gaza conflict and the credibility of casualty and press-fatality figures.
- 31New October 7 warnings refocus attention on Netanyahu's responsibility●Analysis • New Oct. 7 warnings put Netanyahu's responsibility back at center of election
Fresh warnings received ahead of the October 7 Hamas attack have put Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's responsibility for the failures of that day back at the center of Israel's election campaign. Commentators argue the new material reignites debate over whether the government ignored advance intelligence, turning security accountability into a central election issue.
- 32Egypt intelligence chief warned Netanyahu of attack before October 7, report says●RFI Le chef des renseignements égyptiens avait prévenu Netanyahu d’une attaque avant le 7-Octobre, selon une enquête htt
An RFI investigation reports that the head of Egyptian intelligence warned Benjamin Netanyahu that an attack was imminent before October 7. The claim suggests Israeli leadership may have received prior warnings about Hamas's assault, fueling debate over why the attack was not prevented and who bears responsibility for the security failure.
- 33Hamas chief's bodyguard reportedly gained UK citizenship before terror plot▼Hamas chief’s bodyguard got British citizenship and then ‘plotted terror’
A former bodyguard to a Hamas leader was granted British citizenship and is then alleged to have plotted a terror attack, according to reporting by The Telegraph. The case is likely to intensify debate in the UK over security vetting, naturalisation procedures and how authorities screen applicants with links to designated terrorist organisations.
- 34BBC under scrutiny over Gaza journalists linked to Hamas▼BBC faces scrutiny over 53 Gaza ‘journalists’ linked to Hamas
The BBC is facing scrutiny over reports that 53 Gaza-based journalists contributing to its coverage have alleged ties to Hamas. The claims have reignited debate over the broadcaster's vetting procedures and the reliability of its reporting from the Gaza Strip, with critics demanding transparency and supporters warning against efforts to delegitimise local journalists.
- 35Ex-Hamas chief guard got UK citizenship before terror plot arrest, report says●Report: Ex-guard for Hamas chief got UK citizenship before arrest for plotting terror attack on Jews in Europe
A man who once worked as a bodyguard for a Hamas leader obtained British citizenship before being arrested for allegedly plotting a terrorist attack targeting Jews in Europe, according to a report cited by The Times of Israel. The case is drawing attention to security screening and citizenship procedures in the United Kingdom.
- 36Israeli terror victim criticises Macron over Hamas remark●‘Like denying the sun will come up’: Israeli terror victim blasts Macron over Hamas claim
An Israeli victim of terrorism has sharply criticised French President Emmanuel Macron after he made a claim about Hamas, saying his comment was comparable to denying the sun will come up. The remark has drawn attention amid ongoing debate over France's stance on Hamas and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
- 37Hamas leader says Israeli election changes nothing for Palestinians●Hamas leader says Israel's election will bring no change for Palestinians
A senior Hamas leader has dismissed Israel's election, saying its outcome will bring no change for Palestinians. The comments, reported by Le Monde, reflect Hamas's longstanding position that Israeli politics offers no path to Palestinian statehood or relief from occupation, regardless of which coalition forms the next government.
- 38Hamas slams Board of Peace for refusing UNRWA role in Gaza●Hamas slams Board of Peace for refusal to work with UNRWA in Gaza https://www. aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/26/h amas-slams
Hamas has sharply criticised the Board of Peace for refusing to work with UNRWA in Gaza, accusing the body of aligning itself with Israel by excluding the UN agency for Palestinian refugees from humanitarian efforts in the territory. The dispute highlights ongoing tensions over who will administer aid and reconstruction in Gaza, and how international bodies will be involved going forward.
- 39BBC Reviews 53 Gaza Journalist Cases Over Hamas Links Claims●BBC Reviews 53 Gaza Journalist Cases After Claims Of Hamas Links
The BBC has launched a review of 53 cases involving Gaza-based journalists after allegations that some of them had links to Hamas. The move comes amid ongoing scrutiny of how media organisations vet stringers and freelancers reporting from the Gaza Strip, where independent access is heavily restricted. The review is likely to reignite debate over the credibility of Gaza coverage and the pressures reporters there face.
- 40IDF troops prepare for next Hamas war in 'Little Gaza'●EXCLUSIVE: We Go INSIDE 'Little Gaza' To See IDF Troops Prepare For The Next Hamas War | TBN Israel
TBN Israel reports from a military training area nicknamed 'Little Gaza', where Israeli Defence Forces soldiers rehearse urban combat operations ahead of a possible renewed conflict with Hamas. The footage shows troops practising in mock Gaza-style streets, highlighting continued Israeli readiness along the Gaza border and the anticipation of another round of fighting.