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Al Mayadeen
15-07-2025
- Politics
- Al Mayadeen
No visits by Netanyahu to families of soldiers killed in Gaza
Israeli newspaper Haaretz confirmed that 62 soldiers from the Israeli occupation forces had been killed in the Gaza Strip since the start of 2025. The report underscored that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had not visited any of the bereaved families of the soldiers who were killed. Israeli media also reported the death of an Israeli contractor working alongside the occupation forces in northern Gaza. Earlier this week, the Israeli occupation forces acknowledged that five soldiers from the Netzah Yehuda battalion were killed and two others were wounded following the detonation of explosive devices during confrontations in northern Gaza. The initial admission came after Israeli media had circulated preliminary reports of casualties. However, subsequent updates from Israeli outlets revealed that a total of 14 Israeli soldiers had been injured in the same incident. Among the wounded, two were listed as being in critical condition, six sustained moderate injuries, and another six were lightly wounded. Israeli media outlets described the incident in northern Gaza as 'extremely serious' and 'one of the most complex security events' since the outbreak of the war on October 7, 2023. This comes in light of a deadly ambush targeting Israeli occupation forces in northern Gaza late on Monday, carried out by Palestinian Resistance fighters. The operation killed five soldiers, including two officers, and wounded 14 others. Some of the soldiers were reportedly burned to death during the operation, which closely resembled a previous ambush on June 24, when seven Israeli troops were killed after Palestinian Resistance fighters targeted an armored combat engineering unit. The latest operation is believed to have occurred in Beit Hanoun, a town in northern Gaza that has been under relentless Israeli bombardment since October 7, 2023. Israeli media described the operation as "extremely serious" and one of the most complex confrontations since the war began. Read more: Abu Obeida: Captive area surrounded, you won't retrieve him alive The complex operation in Beit Hanoun, which targeted an area the occupation forces believed to be empty after completely leveling it, dealt a significant blow to the prestige of the Israeli military, said Abu Obeida, spokesperson for the al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas. In a statement published on Telegram on Tuesday, Abu Obeida added that the war of attrition being waged by Resistance fighters across the Gaza Strip, from north to south, continues to inflict daily losses on the Israeli occupation. "Our fighters launched their attack from the very ruins the occupation believed were devoid of life," Abu Obeida stated, adding, "The war of attrition our fighters are fighting across the entire Gaza Strip, from the North to the South, will continue to cost the enemy more losses by the day." He also warned that even if the occupation previously managed to extract its soldiers from what he described as "the inferno", it would not succeed again, alluding to the potential for more Israeli soldiers to be captured in future confrontations. Directly addressing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Abu Obeida said the decision to keep occupation forces inside Gaza was "the most foolish," cautioning that such a move would only deepen the occupation's losses and prolong its failure on the battlefield.
Al Mayadeen
15-07-2025
- Politics
- Al Mayadeen
Details of Qatari negotiations framework for Gaza ceasefire revealed
Qatari mediators put forward a negotiation framework to secure a lasting ceasefire deal between the Palestinian Resistance in Gaza and the Israeli occupation. The Qatari proposal outlined the ceasefire's terms and phases of implementation, though officials clarified that the published document was unofficial. The proposed agreement calls for a 60-day ceasefire that would temporarily halt all military operations by both sides and includes a guarantee from US President Donald Trump that "Israel" will adhere to the truce throughout the agreed-upon period. The Qatari proposal states that all Israeli offensive military operations in Gaza will cease when the agreement takes effect, with the occupation's aerial activities (both military and reconnaissance) halting daily for 10 to 12 hours during prisoner exchange days. Additionally, the proposed terms outline "Israel's" military redeployment in Gaza, specifying that on Day 1 after releasing 8 living Israeli captives, occupation forces will withdraw from northern areas and the Netzarim corridor to positions defined in previous agreement maps, with minor mutually agreed adjustments to be finalized later. On day seven, following the release of 5 Israeli bodies, the occupation forces will redeploy in southern areas to positions previously agreed upon in the same past agreement maps, with minor adjustments to be finalized later. The proposed deal includes a prisoner exchange provision under which 10 living Israeli captives and 18 bodies from the previously agreed list of 58 would be released according to a phased schedule, with releases taking place on days 1, 7, 30, 50, and 60 following the ceasefire's implementation. The agreement outlines a specific release schedule, with 8 living Israeli captives to be released on the first day, 5 bodies to be returned on day 7, another 5 bodies on day 30, 2 living prisoners on day 50, and finally 8 bodies to be released on day 60 of the ceasefire period. The proposal stipulates that "Israel" will simultaneously release Palestinian prisoners through a prearranged mechanism in exchange for both living Israeli captives and remains, with the process conducted discreetly without public displays or ceremonial events. Ten days after the ceasefire takes effect, Hamas will provide complete documentation, including proof of life, medical reports, or death certificates, for all remaining Israeli captives. In return, "Israel" will provide complete records of Palestinians detained in Gaza since October 7, 2023, along with the number of deceased Gazans held in Israeli custody. The Qatari proposal notes that Hamas is committed to ensuring the health, safety, and security of the captives throughout the ceasefire period. Moreover, Qatar supports continuing negotiations to establish the necessary arrangements for reaching a permanent ceasefire within 60 days while stipulating that upon reaching such an agreement, all remaining Israeli captives (both living and deceased) from "Israel's" list of 58 individuals would be released. The proposal states that the temporary ceasefire may be extended if permanent ceasefire terms aren't finalized in the given period. The proposal affirms that negotiations mediated and guaranteed by international parties will begin on the first day to work out terms for a permanent ceasefire. The negotiations will cover several key areas, including the terms for releasing all remaining Israeli captives in exchange for an agreed number of Palestinian prisoners held in Israeli jails, the issues surrounding Israeli troop redeployment and withdrawal, along long-term security arrangements in Gaza. Additionally, the talks will cover post-war governance and reconstruction plans for Gaza that either party may propose, and announce a permanent ceasefire. The document points out that Qatari Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani is "serious about both parties' commitment to the ceasefire agreement, and insists that the negotiations during the temporary ceasefire period, if successfully concluded through an agreement between the two sides, should lead to a permanent resolution of the conflict." Mediators, the United States, Egypt, and Qatar, will ensure the ceasefire holds throughout the 60 days and will guarantee that serious discussions take place regarding arrangements for a permanent ceasefire. The mediators will also ensure negotiations continue seriously for an extended period until both parties reach an agreement and maintain all measures outlined in this framework. US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff will arrive in the region to finalize the agreement and will lead the negotiations. Meanwhile, Trump announces a ceasefire, and the document states that the United States and President Trump are committed to working toward ensuring that fair negotiations continue until a final agreement is reached. Regarding humanitarian aid, the proposal stipulates that assistance will be delivered to Gaza immediately upon Hamas' acceptance of the ceasefire agreement, specifying that the delivery mechanism will align with the provisions outlined in the January 19th agreement. The aid package covers rebuilding water, power, and sewage systems, restoring hospitals and bakeries, providing equipment for rubble clearance, and reopening the Rafah crossing for travelers, patients, and trade. The Qatari proposal emphasized that humanitarian aid would be distributed to Gaza's population through the United Nations and its agencies, along with the Palestinian Red Crescent.
Al Mayadeen
15-07-2025
- Politics
- Al Mayadeen
'Israel' on blast as media exposes report discrepancies in Gaza ambush
"Israel" is facing mounting scrutiny and accusations of suppressing real-time information from the public, following a deadly ambush by the Palestinian Resistance in northern Gaza that was initially misreported. On Tuesday, the Israeli military confirmed that five soldiers from the Netzah Yehuda Battalion were killed and two others seriously wounded after explosive devices detonated during battles in the area. The announcement came only after Israeli media had circulated inaccurate preliminary casualty figures. Later reports indicated that the total number of wounded occupation soldiers had reached 14, including two in critical condition, six with moderate injuries, and six with minor wounds. The discrepancy between the initial and updated figures sparked public scrutiny over the concealment of accurate casualty data, raising further concerns about the deliberate withholding of critical data from the public. Hadashot B'zman consequently accused the occupation military's spokesperson of intentionally hiding the true number of casualties, arguing that this is part of a broader strategy aimed at "engineering Israeli public consciousness" by concealing human losses to preserve "civil resilience" amid continued warfare. The platform compared the incident to previous state efforts to downplay suicide rates among both soldiers and civilians, noting that since 2018, institutions like the Ministry of Health have withheld real statistics, following reports of over 1,280 suicides in a single year, despite official claims of a decline. Hadashot B'zman further questioned whether Israelis would have known the reality without platforms such as WhatsApp and Telegram, stating, "Certainly not from official or mainstream media." Palestinian Resistance fighters carried out a deadly ambush targeting Israeli occupation forces in northern Gaza late on Monday. Some of the soldiers were reportedly burned to death during the assault, which closely resembled a previous ambush on June 24, when seven Israeli troops were killed after Palestinian Resistance fighters targeted an armored combat engineering unit. The latest operation is believed to have occurred in Beit Hanoun, a town in northern Gaza that has been under relentless Israeli bombardment since October 7, 2023. Israeli media described the operation as "extremely serious" and one of the most complex confrontations since the war began. Read more: 3 Israeli soldiers killed by Resistance gunfire in south, north Gaza
Al Mayadeen
15-07-2025
- Politics
- Al Mayadeen
Israeli officer killed, others wounded in Khan Younis explosion
At least one Israeli occupation soldier was killed and several others wounded on Thursday evening in a building explosion that targeted Israeli forces in the city of Khan Younis, southern Gaza, according to Palestinian sources and Israeli media reports. The blast, which occurred as occupation troops were operating in the area, triggered intense confrontations between Palestinian Resistance fighters and Israeli forces around the booby-trapped building. Israeli media described the event as a "serious incident", with some outlets characterizing the updates from the scene as 'harsh and difficult.' Reports confirmed that a military helicopter was dispatched to evacuate the wounded from the blast site. The number of injured remains unconfirmed, but sources indicate multiple casualties among the Israeli occupation forces. On Friday morning, the Israeli military command confirmed the death of an officer, a commander serving as a team leader in the elite 1st Golani Brigade's Patrol Battalion, during intense confrontations in the southern Gaza Strip. Overnight, another "serious event" occurred in Gaza; however, details also remain undisclosed. Israeli media said that wounded soldiers were transferred to the Rabin Medical Center in central occupied Palestine. Meanwhile, the Israeli Army Radio reported that the number of Israeli soldiers killed since the start of the war on Gaza has risen to 890. 448 of the total have been killed in the Gaza Strip since the start of the ground operation, including 40 in combat since the resumption of the aggression following the last ceasefire in March. The al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of the Hamas movement, announced on Tuesday that it had targeted two Israeli Merkava tanks with Yasin 105 and Tandem charges in the central Khan Younis area in southern Gaza. The brigades also shelled a gathering of enemy soldiers and military vehicles with heavy and medium mortar shells in the al-Baddaw area north of Khan Younis, as part of their ongoing operations to repel Israeli incursions. Meanwhile, al-Quds Brigades, the military wing of the Islamic Jihad movement, declared on Monday that it had destroyed an Israeli military vehicle using a pre-planted anti-armor explosive device. The attack occurred during an incursion by occupation forces in the eastern part of the al-Tuffah neighborhood in Gaza City.
Al Mayadeen
15-07-2025
- Politics
- Al Mayadeen
Ceasefire stalls as 'Israel' demands control over one-third of Gaza
Efforts to secure a ceasefire in Gaza remain mired in deadlock as "Israel" continues to impose conditions aimed at solidifying its military grip over the besieged territory, a Palestinian source close to the negotiations told Al Mayadeen on Thursday. Describing the situation as "difficult and complex," the source confirmed that no agreement has been reached on any of the core issues, with the occupation's intransigence obstructing progress. The Israeli delegation, the source revealed, is demanding to retain control over more than a third of the Gaza Strip, insisting on full authority over Rafah and maintaining a military buffer exceeding two kilometers along the eastern and northern borders. Compounding the crisis, the source added that "Israel" is pushing to preserve the current mechanism for humanitarian aid delivery, routes Palestinians have condemned as "death traps" due to their exposure to sniper fire and bombings. These routes, established unilaterally by the occupation, have repeatedly endangered civilians and obstructed life-saving assistance. Read more: GHF proposed 'transit areas' plan prior to Gaza residents 'relocation' Despite the deadlock, the Palestinian Resistance movement Hamas reaffirmed its commitment to a just and comprehensive ceasefire that would end the genocidal war waged on Gaza since October 7, 2023. In a statement released Wednesday, Hamas stressed it is engaging "seriously and positively" with mediators, determined to overcome the deliberate obstructions imposed by the occupying power. Hamas underscored that central demands remain unmet: the immediate and full withdrawal of all occupation forces, the unimpeded entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza, and a permanent cessation of hostilities. Earlier this week, Hamas, in coordination with other Palestinian factions, submitted a unified response to mediators reflecting a national consensus. The joint position, forged through extensive consultations, was hailed as a demonstration of responsible Palestinian leadership and a collective commitment to ending the massacre unfolding in Gaza. In contrast, Israeli officials have stated that any truce would be conditional on the disarmament of Hamas. "If Hamas refuses, we'll proceed," one Israeli official warned, underscoring the continued threat of escalation. The so-called Witkoff Plan, pushed by the Trump administration, offers a 60-day ceasefire with phased military withdrawals and prisoner exchanges. But Palestinians fear it may serve to entrench Israeli control while delaying meaningful change. Read more: Gaza ceasefire could happen by end of week: Witkoff Meanwhile, the humanitarian catastrophe deepens. On Wednesday, Israeli warplanes targeted civilians waiting for food aid in Deir al-Balah, killing and injuring scores amid growing starvation. The death toll in Gaza has now surpassed 57,000, as famine, displacement, and relentless bombardment ravage the population under siege.
