The measures include using smaller bombs against Hamas, U.S. officials said.
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Hamas Put Wounded Fighters on Departure Lists, Delaying Gaza Evacuations, U.S. Official Says
People holding dual, U.S. or other foreign citizenship had been unable to cross the Gaza border into Egypt for weeks.
Blinken, in Tel Aviv, Urges ‘Humanitarian Pauses’ and Protections for Gaza Civilians
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel appeared to rebuff the Biden administration’s request, saying that any cease-fire would be contingent on the release of Israeli hostages taken by Hamas.
Hezbollah’s Leader Stops Short of Calling to Expand Gaza War
In his first public comments since the war in Gaza began, Hassan Nasrallah said his powerful Lebanese militia had bogged down Israeli forces to help Hamas.
As Gaza War Enters New Phase, Israel Faces Pressure Over Civilian Deaths
Fears are rising that the conflict could spread to the occupied West Bank, where tensions are soaring among Palestinians angered over deadly Israeli airstrikes in Gaza.
An American evacuates to Egypt: ‘Let’s just hope we can make it.’
Lena Beseiso was one of 400 Americans approved to cross the Rafah border on Thursday. We followed her journey into Egypt.
Gaza Doctor Describes ‘Horrific Scenes’ After Israeli Airstrikes on Jabaliya
Gazans under bombardment say there is a surge of severely injured children entering hospitals, doctors operating without anesthesia and morgues overflowing with bodies.
U.S. Drones Are Flying Over Gaza to Aid in Hostage Recovery, Officials Say
The military has been sending weapons and advisers to Israel, but the flights suggest a more active American role.
House Passes Aid Bill for Israel but Not for Ukraine
The Republican-led House approved $14.3 billion for Israel’s war with Hamas, tying the aid to spending cuts. The Senate plans to craft its own bill that will include aid for Ukraine and Gaza.
Israeli Troops Encircle Gaza City as Global Criticism of Strikes Mounts
An Israeli military spokesman said that Israeli soldiers had surrounded Gaza’s largest city. White House officials said they would urge Israel to “pause” its bombardment on humanitarian grounds.