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What is happening in Gaza?

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Gaza is experiencing intense Israeli military bombardment, widespread famine, and civilian casualties. Israeli forces are advancing on Gaza City, targeting Hamas, while strikes have killed aid seekers and journalists. Hospitals and residential areas have been hit, sparking international condemnation and protests. The humanitarian crisis is severe, with many residents unable to flee and aid agencies warning of escalating hunger and malnutrition.

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Nationwide protests erupt in Israel demanding hostage deal and end to Gaza war

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  • Israeli military said its attack on a Gaza hospital targeted a suspected surveillance camera.
  • Tens of thousands of Israelis protested nationwide, demanding an end to the Gaza war and release of hostages. 26s
  • Protesters directed criticism at Prime Minister Netanyahu, accusing him of blocking a deal. 38s
  • At least 20 people, including five journalists, were killed in the hospital attack. 59s
  • Media organizations have called for accountability, as 189 Palestinian media workers have been killed since October 2023. 1m 33s
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Nationwide protests erupt in Israel demanding hostage deal and end to Gaza war
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CBS News
14 hours ago
Nationwide protests erupt in Israel demanding hostage deal and end to Gaza war

Protests in Israel demand an end to the Gaza war and release of hostages. The demonstrations follow a deadly Israeli attack on a Gaza hospital, which killed at least 20 people.

Families flee Gaza City after Israeli bombardment
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Reuters
21 hours ago
Families flee Gaza City after Israeli bombardment

Palestinian families are fleeing after deadly Israeli strikes. At least 34 people were killed, including 18 in Gaza City. Hospitals and journalists have also been targeted.

Israeli strike kills journalists working at Gaza hospital
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CNN
1 day ago
Israeli strike kills journalists working at Gaza hospital

An Israeli strike at Nasser Hospital killed at least five journalists and four health workers. The attack, involving a double strike, has raised concerns about journalist safety.

Reporters without Borders condemns latest killing of journalists in Gaza
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Africanews
2 days ago
Reporters without Borders condemns latest killing of journalists in Gaza

Reporters Without Borders condemned the killing of five journalists in a strike on Nasser Hospital. The group calls for international action and criticizes Israel for restricting media access.

Four journalists reported dead after Gaza hospital blasts
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CBS News
2 days ago
Four journalists reported dead after Gaza hospital blasts

Four journalists were killed in Israeli drone strikes on Nasser Hospital. The incident highlights the high risks for journalists and the intensification of Israeli operations around Gaza City.

Israel pounds Gaza City suburbs, vows to press on with offensive
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Reuters
3 days ago
Israel pounds Gaza City suburbs, vows to press on with offensive

Israeli air and ground forces strike Gaza City’s outskirts, causing destruction and civilian deaths. Israel plans a major offensive to seize control, describing the city as Hamas’ last stronghold.

Israeli forces kill 4 more aid seekers as Gaza braces for offensive
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France 24
3 days ago
Israeli forces kill 4 more aid seekers as Gaza braces for offensive

Israeli bombardment continues in Gaza City, killing civilians including a child seeking food. The city faces famine, and many residents remain due to lack of alternatives.

Palestinian despair mounts after UN declaration of famine in Gaza
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France 24
3 days ago
Palestinian despair mounts after UN declaration of famine in Gaza

The UN has declared a famine in Gaza, with severe hunger and malnutrition reported. The crisis is politically contentious, but UN agencies stress the situation’s gravity.

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