A view of Khan Younis after heavy bombing and clashes. /CFP
Israeli forces have claimed the deaths of numerous Hamas fighters after clashes in Khan Younis. Operations included an airstrike targeting a Hamas weapons storage facility, triggering secondary explosions.
The military focus on Khan Younis - home to Yahya Sinwar, Hamas' leader in the Gaza Strip - is part of Israel's ongoing offensive, with preparations underway to extend operations into Rafah in the south of the Strip.
Hamas chief Haniyeh arrives in Cairo for talks with Egyptians
Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh made his way to Cairo on Tuesday to engage in talks with Egyptian officials, a move following a series of unsuccessful negotiations aimed at brokering a new truce with Israel.
The discussions, expected to cover both political dynamics and on-the-ground developments, will also touch upon efforts to halt hostilities, provide humanitarian relief and advance the objectives of the Palestinian people.
Despite prior meetings involving Israeli and Hamas representatives, mediators from Egypt, Qatar and the U.S. have faced challenges in finding a resolution to the prolonged conflict.
Palestinians gather at the site of an Israeli strike on a mosque. /Ibraheem Abu Mustafa/Reuters
Israel to bar some Muslim citizens from Jerusalem mosque during Ramadan
The Israeli police minister disclosed on Tuesday that measures would be implemented to control the number of Muslim worshippers attending peak prayers at Jerusalem's Al Aqsa Mosque during the upcoming Ramadan month.
This decision, driven by concerns over potential protests amid the ongoing Gaza conflict, reflects the longstanding tensions surrounding the site, which holds significance for both Muslims and Jews.
Despite previous restrictions primarily targeting younger Palestinians, heightened anxieties about potential escalations in violence have led to calls for additional precautions.
While a proposal to restrict access to Friday prayers was initially suggested, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu intervened, opting instead for a capped attendance of 40,000 to 50,000 worshippers.
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The United States says it is adopting a deliberate approach regarding its draft resolution for a temporary ceasefire at the United Nations Security Council, opting for negotiations rather than rushing to a vote.
A senior U.S. administration official said: "We do not plan to rush our text to a vote. We don't believe a rush to a vote is necessary or constructive and intend on allowing time for negotiations."
The resolution specifically addresses concerns about a potential ground offensive in Rafah, underscoring the need to prevent further harm to civilians and displacement.
Britain's Prince William is to engage with humanitarian groups in Gaza. /CFP
UK's Prince William to recognize Middle East suffering, office says
Prince William, Britain's heir to the throne, is set to engage with humanitarian organizations in the Gaza conflict and address the global rise in antisemitism.
He plans to listen to firsthand accounts of the situation and visit a synagogue to engage with young people combating hatred.
These efforts come as Prince William assumes more prominent roles amidst his father's absence due to cancer treatment.
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