The emirate has used its influence with Hamas to press for a truce with Israel. But “the last word is with those on the battlefield,” one expert said.
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Israeli Raids Become a Near-Daily Reality for Many Palestinians
As an Israeli offensive against Palestinian militant groups stretched to a 10th day, residents said many people were trapped in their homes out of fear.
Hamas Releases Hostage Video of Two Slain Israeli Captives
Release of the video of Carmel Gat, 40, and Alexander Lobanov, 32, appears designed to inflame divisions in Israel.
Cease-Fire Talks Present Tough Choices for Gazans Devastated by War
Some say they will reluctantly stomach a postwar Israeli military presence in the territory if that allows them to go home. Others worry about another long-term occupation.
As Israelis Push for Hostage Deal, Netanyahu Refuses to Change Course
In strikes and protests, many Israelis are pushing their government to prioritize the release of hostages above the immediate defeat of Hamas. But Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has refused to change course.
Netanyahu Stands Firm on Cease-Fire Terms Amid Growing Outrage in Israel
In his first news conference since the bodies of six killed hostages were recovered, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu refused to budge on his conditions for any truce in Gaza.
Hamas Documents Reveal Tunnel Battle Strategy
Hamas leaders spent years developing an underground warfare plan. Records from the battlefield show the group’s preparations, including blast doors to protect against Israeli bombs and soldiers.
Hamas Documents Reveal Tunnel Battle Strategy
Hamas leaders spent years developing an underground warfare plan. Records from the battlefield show the group’s preparations, including blast doors to protect against Israeli bombs and soldiers.
Discovery of 6 Dead Hostages in Gaza Spurs Protest and Division in Israel
The Israeli military said Sunday that Hamas had killed the hostages before they were discovered by Israeli troops on Saturday.
Three Israeli Police Officers Killed in the West Bank
The officers were shot and killed in what the Israeli police said was a terrorist attack. The incident followed a rise in Palestinian and Israeli violence, as Israel’s military raids Palestinian cities.