As well as the officer who died, another was severely wounded during the operation in Jenin, a bastion of armed resistance to Israel’s occupation. One Palestinian was also reported wounded.
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Israeli Strike Kills Health Official, Gazans Say, as Gallant Visits U.S.
Israel’s defense minister, Yoav Gallant, was meeting with the C.I.A. director and the secretary of state on Monday as Israel signaled a potential shift in its military campaign in Gaza.
As War Drags On, Gazans More Willing to Speak Out Against Hamas
Ordinary Gazans are bearing the brunt of the 8-month Israeli military onslaught on the territory and many blame the Palestinian armed faction for starting the war.
Algeria’s Cease-Fire Proposal Circulates at U.N. Amid Outrage Over Rafah
Algeria, the only Arab representative in the current makeup of the Security Council, drafted the resolution.
Condemnation Slows, but Does Not Stall, Israel’s Assault on Rafah
Despite fierce criticism, Israel insists it must take control of Rafah and the border with Egypt to prevent future arms smuggling.
Spain, Norway and Ireland Recognize Palestinian State, Further Isolating Israel
The moves, while largely symbolic, were welcomed by Palestinians and denounced by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who called them “a prize for terrorism.”
Recognizing a Palestinian State: What to Know
The move by three European countries fits into a long-term goal of Palestinian leaders to secure diplomatic acceptance, but the immediate impact may be limited.
Israel Responds to Move to Recognize a Palestinian State by Withholding Funds
The finance minister’s office signaled that the decision, which could worsen the Palestinians’ dire economic crisis, was a response to Spain, Norway and Ireland recognizing Palestinian statehood.
Why Norway’s Recognition of a Palestinian State Carries Significance
Norway hosted the clandestine meetings in 1993 that led to the Oslo Accords, the framework for peace that came close to resolving the conflict.
Israeli Officials Weigh Sharing Power With Arab States in Postwar Gaza
Israeli officials say they are discussing inviting Arab states to help oversee Gaza after the war. Arab officials rejected the idea because it doesn’t ensure Palestinian statehood.