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The U.S. has charged Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar and five others with terrorism-related offenses linked to the October 7 attack that killed 1,200 people, including over 40 Americans. The indictment, unsealed on September 3, is largely symbolic as many defendants are believed to be dead or in hiding.
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The US Justice Department has unsealed charges against six Hamas leaders, including Yahya Sinwar, for their roles in the October 7 attacks in Israel. The indictment, originally filed in February, comes amid ongoing ceasefire negotiations and highlights the US's stance on Hamas's actions.
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As tensions rise between Hezbollah and Israel, both sides prepare for potential conflict. Hezbollah's Naim Qassem warns of severe consequences if Israel escalates its military operations, while Israel's Netanyahu signals a focus on the northern border after operations in Gaza. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to worsen amid ongoing violence.
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Prominent columnists, including Jonathan Freedland and Hadley Freeman, have resigned from the Jewish Chronicle following the removal of articles by freelance journalist Elon Perry, who is accused of fabricating claims about the Gaza conflict. The newspaper's editor acknowledged the mistakes and promised stronger internal procedures.
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The Israeli military has stated that three hostages, abducted by Hamas, were likely killed as a result of an airstrike targeting a Hamas commander. This revelation adds pressure on the Israeli government to negotiate the release of remaining hostages still held in Gaza.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has expanded the objectives of the ongoing conflict with Hezbollah to include the safe return of displaced residents from northern Israel. This decision follows nearly a year of escalating cross-border violence, resulting in significant casualties and displacement on both sides of the border.
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On September 17, 2024, explosions from pagers used by Hezbollah injured thousands in Lebanon and Syria. Hezbollah accused Israel of orchestrating the attack, which they termed their largest security breach in nearly a year. The incident escalates ongoing tensions amid the backdrop of the Gaza conflict.