منشورات داعمة لفلسطين توقف مباراة في بطولة أستراليا المفتوحة (فيديو)
تاريخ النشر: 22nd, January 2024 GMT
توقفت مباراة الدور الرابع لبطولة أستراليا المفتوحة والتي تجري حاليا اليوم الاثنين بين البريطاني كاميرون نوري والألماني ألكسندر زفيريف، بعد إلقاء منشورات مؤيدة لفلسطين في الملعب.
وقامت إحدى الناشطات المؤيدات لفلسطين بتوزيع منشورات كتب عليها عبارة "فلسطين حرة" على مدرجات، والتي انتهى معظمها في أرض الملعب.
Play was interrupted for a few minutes during the match between Alexander Zverev and Cameron Norrie at the Australian Open.
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Le jeu a été interrompu pendant quelques minutes lors du match entre Alexander Zverev et Cameron Norrie à l’Open d’Australie.
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وتم تعليق المباراة حتى انتهاء فتيان جمع الكرات بجمع كل المنشورات المتناثرة.
وبحسب صحيفة "الإندبندنت" البريطانية، لم يكن الأمن في عجلة من أمره للتدخل في الاحتجاج.
وبعد ذلك تم إخراج الناشط من الملعب، واستؤنف اللقاء بين لاعبي التنس.
المصدر: "وكالة ريا نوفستي"
المصدر: RT Arabic
كلمات دلالية: بطولة أستراليا المفتوحة طوفان الأقصى
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Weekly Bulletin of the Most Important News from Gaza and Palestine – October 20-26, 2025
Sawa News Agency publishes a detailed weekly bulletin highlighting the most important field and political developments related to the Gaza Strip, the West Bank, and Israel, covering the period from October 20 to 26, 2025.
October 20
The occupation opens Kerem Shalom and Kissufim crossings to allow aid into Gaza
Israeli occupation authorities decided, on Monday, October 20, 2025, to open the Kerem Shalom and Kissufim crossings to resume the entry of humanitarian aid trucks for residents of the Gaza Strip.
This decision is of particular significance as it represents a reversal of a previous complete aid suspension, reopening a vital lifeline to Gaza amid complex humanitarian conditions.
The new decision appears to have come as a result of international specifically American pressure, as indicated by statements made by a U.S. official to Hebrew media outlets.
493 settlers storm Al-Aqsa Mosque
On Monday morning, 493 settlers stormed Al-Aqsa Mosque under the protection of Israeli occupation forces.
Local sources reported that dozens of settlers entered the mosque courtyards from the Mughrabi Gate, carried out provocative tours, and performed Talmudic rituals.
Gaza Municipality warns of risks from rising water levels in Sheikh Radwan Basin
The Gaza Municipality warned of major risks threatening neighborhoods surrounding the Sheikh Radwan Basin due to the accumulation of water and the approach of the rainy season without proper drainage.
The municipality explained that the rise in water levels was caused by sewage leaks following the destruction of the drainage system, including pumping stations and pipelines. It added that the drainage line to the sea, pumps, and generators suffered severe damage, resulting in a complete halt of the drainage process.
Israeli artillery shelling east of Deir al-Balah
Local sources reported that Israeli occupation forces carried out heavy artillery shelling on Monday noon, targeting areas east of Deir al-Balah in central Gaza, in a new violation of the ceasefire agreement.
Columns of smoke were seen rising from the targeted areas as civil defense teams rushed to the scene to assess the damage and search for possible casualties.
The shelling came amid growing tensions across the Gaza frontlines following two days of Israeli airstrikes on several areas in the south.
Gaza Agreement – Trump confirms ceasefire continuation as U.S. delegation arrives in Israel
U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed that the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas remains in effect, despite recent Israeli airstrikes on Gaza that killed dozens of Palestinians.
Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump said, “Yes, it is still in effect,” adding that Hamas leadership was not responsible for the violations, which he attributed to “some rebels within the movement.”
A U.S. official confirmed that Trump aides Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner would arrive in Israel on Monday, followed by Vice President J.D. Vance on Tuesday, to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other officials to monitor implementation of the Gaza agreement.
Israel had announced Sunday evening the reinstatement of the ceasefire and the halting of air raids on Gaza after intense bombardment of what it said were Hamas targets.
Kushner describes Gaza’s state: “Like a nuclear bomb exploded there”
Over a week after his visit to Gaza with U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff following the ceasefire, Jared Kushner Trump’s son-in-law described the devastation in Gaza, saying, “It looked as if a nuclear bomb had exploded there.”
In an interview on CBS News’ “60 Minutes,” Kushner said, “It was as if a nuclear bomb went off, and then I saw people going back… I asked the Israeli army, where are they going? They said they’re going back to where their homes used to be to their land to pitch a tent over the rubble.”
Kushner said the scene was heartbreaking, as everything was destroyed, yet he stopped short of calling it genocide.
Witkoff and Kushner arrive in Israel for talks with Netanyahu on “phase two”
U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrived in Israel on Monday morning ahead of Vice President Vance’s visit.
According to Israeli media, their visit aims to prepare for discussions on the second phase of Trump’s Middle East plan, which includes deploying an international peacekeeping force in Gaza, the withdrawal of Israeli forces, and the disarmament of Hamas.
Israeli army: “We will attack without warning anyone who crosses the yellow line in Gaza”
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warned that the army would use force against anyone found beyond what he called “the yellow line” in Gaza, stressing that the response would be immediate and without warning.
This statement signals a tightening of the rules of engagement and readiness for rapid escalation if further ceasefire breaches occur.
Israeli occupation arrests four Palestinians, detains others in Ramallah and al-Bireh
Israeli forces arrested four Palestinians early Monday from the villages of al-Mazra’a al-Gharbiya and Deir Ghassana northwest of Ramallah, and from the al-Bireh neighborhood, while detaining others in the village of al-Mughayyir.
Local sources reported that the occupation forces detained Nazih Ldadwa and his son Khaled after raiding their home, arrested Osama Shuaibi and Hamza Shahin, and interrogated 15 others in the field.
Israeli occupation closes Attara Gate and sets up checkpoint near Nabi Saleh
Israeli forces closed the iron gate at the entrance of Attara north of Ramallah on Monday morning, forcing residents to take long detours.
They also set up a checkpoint near the settlement of Halamish, stopping vehicles and inspecting IDs.
According to the Wall and Settlement Resistance Commission, as of September 2025, there were 910 military checkpoints and gates in the West Bank.
Israeli occupation seizes 70 dunams of land in Nablus Governorate
The Wall and Settlement Resistance Commission revealed that the Israeli occupation issued military order T/136/25 to seize 70.147 dunams of land from the villages of Qaryut, al-Lubban al-Sharqiya, and al-Sawiya to establish a buffer zone around the Eli settlement.
Two martyrs shot by Israeli forces in al-Tuffah neighborhood, Gaza
Two Palestinians were shot dead by Israeli forces on Monday, October 20, 2025, in the al-Tuffah neighborhood east of Gaza City.
According to medical sources, yesterday alone, 44 Palestinians were killed across Gaza.
This raises the total death toll to 68,159 martyrs and 170,203 wounded since October 7, 2023.
Israeli forces obstruct teachers and students in Hebron
Israeli occupation forces obstructed the access of students and teachers to Cordoba School and residents to their homes in Hebron’s al-Shuhada Street and Tel Rumeida, detaining them at the military checkpoint.
Israeli forces shoot a young man near the separation wall in al-Ram
A 22-year-old Palestinian was shot in the leg near the separation wall in al-Ram, north of Jerusalem, and taken to hospital by the Red Crescent.
Settlers fence lands in northern Jordan Valley in preparation for seizure
Settlers began fencing off over 4,000 dunams of privately owned land in the northern Jordan Valley on Monday, owned by more than 300 families.
Statistics Bureau: Gaza drowning in unemployment; production sectors collapsing
The Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics reported that unemployment has reached 80% in Gaza and 34% in the West Bank, with over 550,000 Palestinians jobless.
It noted that Israel destroyed over 85% of Gaza’s infrastructure, crippling agriculture, industry, and construction, where destruction rates in Gaza reached 94%, 94%, and 98%, respectively.
Settlers storm school in Tubas
Settlers, escorted by Israeli forces, stormed the Challenge School in Khirbet Ibziq, north of Tubas, and ordered staff to leave. They also stole water tanks belonging to a local resident.
Death toll in Gaza rises to 68,216
The Gaza Ministry of Health announced Monday that the death toll from the Israeli assault has reached 68,216 martyrs and 170,361 injured since October 7, 2023.
200 U.S. troops arrive in Israel to monitor Gaza agreement
The Wall Street Journal reported that about 200 U.S. soldiers arrived in Israel on Monday to monitor the implementation of the Gaza ceasefire and assist in facilitating humanitarian aid delivery.
Two Palestinians martyred east of Gaza City
Medical sources confirmed Monday evening that two Palestinians were shot dead east of Gaza City, raising the number of martyrs since the October 11 ceasefire to 82.
Summit of Nine Nations in Slovenia supports Gaza peacekeeping force
The Nine Nations Summit held Monday in Slovenia emphasized the importance of respecting the Gaza ceasefire and opening crossings for humanitarian aid.
The summit’s statement supported forming an international peacekeeping force in Gaza under a UN Security Council mandate.
Trump’s deputy to visit Gaza for talks with Netanyahu
According to Israeli media, U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance will tour Gaza during his visit to Israel to discuss the next stage of the ceasefire plan and proposals for a multinational force to oversee Hamas disarmament.
United Nations: Waste management in Gaza a key reconstruction challenge
UNDP representative in Palestine, Jaaco Cilliers, said solid waste management poses a major challenge to Gaza’s reconstruction, noting that the program oversees 47 temporary waste collection sites.
He added that many displaced families live near these sites, raising health and environmental concerns amid destroyed infrastructure and limited access to main landfills.
October 21
Gaza Health Ministry announces the latest statistics on the number of martyrs of the aggression
The Ministry of Health in Gaza announced today, Tuesday, October 21, 2025, that the death toll from the Israeli aggression has risen to 68,229 martyrs and 170,369 injuries since October 7, 2023.
In its daily report, the ministry confirmed that 13 martyrs (including 7 from direct targeting by the occupation and 6 recovered from under the rubble) and 8 injuries arrived at Gaza Strip hospitals during the past 24 hours.
It also indicated that a number of victims remain under the rubble and on the roads, as ambulance and civil defense crews are still unable to reach them.
The ministry announced that the statistics of martyrs since the ceasefire on October 11, 2025, are as follows:
• Total martyrs: 87
• Total injuries: 311
• Total recovered bodies: 432
It also confirmed that 15 unidentified bodies held by the occupation had been received, bringing the total number of bodies handed over by the occupation to 165.
Egyptian intelligence chief heads to Israel to discuss Gaza ceasefire stabilization
The head of the Egyptian General Intelligence Service, Major General Hassan Rashad, headed to Israel today, Tuesday, to hold meetings with Israeli officials regarding the stabilization of the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.
He will discuss with Israeli officials the entry of humanitarian aid and overcoming obstacles hindering the implementation of the proposal of U.S. President Donald Trump.
He is also scheduled to meet with U.S. Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, who is currently visiting Israel.
Israeli security delegation discusses two key files on Gaza with mediators
The Israeli Broadcasting Authority “Kan 11” reported on Tuesday morning, October 21, 2025, that an Israeli security delegation returned from Cairo last night after participating in three-hour talks with representatives from Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey.
According to sources familiar with the talks, the discussions focused, among other things, on the reconstruction of Gaza and the possible deployment of a foreign force in the Strip later on.
Among the countries proposed to participate in this mission are Egypt, Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Indonesia, in addition to other states that have not yet announced their stance.
Al-Hayya: We are committed to the ceasefire agreement, and what we heard reassures us
Khalil al-Hayya, head of Hamas in Gaza and the movement’s chief negotiator, affirmed today, Tuesday, October 21, 2025, that Hamas is committed to the ceasefire agreement and the understandings reached with other Palestinian factions.
He stated, “We are serious about recovering the bodies of all Israeli captives, though we are facing great difficulty in doing so and continue our efforts.”
He added, “We are fully determined to implement the Gaza ceasefire agreement completely, and we hope the volume of aid increases to meet our people’s needs.”
Al-Hayya continued, “What we heard from mediators and the U.S. president reassures us that the war in Gaza has ended. The massive international demonstration and the American president’s statements confirmed this.”
Occupation closes Jenin–Nablus road
Israeli occupation forces closed the road linking Jenin and Nablus this afternoon, Tuesday.
Local sources said the forces closed the “Homesh” military checkpoint at the entrance to Silat al-Dhahr, south of Jenin, preventing citizens’ movement for over an hour and causing severe traffic congestion.
It is noteworthy that the “Homesh” checkpoint was installed after a gate was placed at the town’s entrance following October 7, 2023.
Palestine re-elected Secretary-General of the “Organization of Islamic Cooperation Ambassadors Group”
The Palestinian Ambassador to Hungary, Fadi al-Husseini, participated in a meeting of the Council of Arab Ambassadors in Hungary, where the Palestinian cause was the main topic.
Arab ambassadors expressed hope for maintaining the ceasefire and beginning arrangements for the next stages of the agreement, which should lead to the establishment of the Palestinian state on its national soil.
Al-Husseini also participated in the meeting of ambassadors from the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) countries, where Pakistan’s Ambassador Asif Memon was elected as chair, Sudan’s Ambassador Siddiq Abdullah as deputy chair, Palestine’s Fadi al-Husseini as Secretary-General, and Indonesia’s Ambassador Beni Hirsati as treasurer.
The meeting approved several activities to promote the Palestinian narrative in Hungary, including cultural and educational events highlighting Islamic culture and heritage.
UNRWA: Israel prevents entry of thousands of vital aid trucks into Gaza
UNRWA spokesperson Adnan Abu Hasna stated that Israel is preventing the entry of about 6,000 aid trucks waiting at Gaza’s gates—enough to supply the population with food for six months—as well as hundreds of thousands of tents and shelter materials needed for the approaching winter.
He said that only a limited number of commercial trucks have been allowed to enter, while 95% of Gaza’s population depends on humanitarian aid and cannot afford to buy goods themselves.
Arrival of 15 bodies to Gaza released by the occupation
Medical sources announced today, Tuesday, October 21, 2025, the arrival of 15 martyrs’ bodies previously held by Israeli authorities into Gaza.
A source at Nasser Medical Complex confirmed that these bodies constitute the sixth batch of released Palestinian prisoner martyrs.
“Education Ministry”: Over 20,000 students and 1,037 teachers martyred since the beginning of the aggression
The Ministry of Education announced on Tuesday that 20,058 students were martyred and 31,139 injured since the start of the Israeli aggression on Gaza and the West Bank on October 7, 2023.
It stated that 19,910 students were martyred in Gaza and 148 in the West Bank, while 1,037 teachers and administrators were also martyred, 4,740 injured, and 228 arrested.
Additionally, 179 public schools were completely destroyed in Gaza, along with 63 university buildings. Over 218 schools (public and UNRWA) were bombed or severely damaged, and 30 schools were completely erased.
Occupation forces compel a Jerusalemite to demolish his own home
Israeli authorities forced Nasser Yousef Abu Rmeileh, a resident of al-Tur neighborhood in East Jerusalem, to demolish his own home, claiming it was built without a permit.
The 110-square-meter house, home to seven people, was built 21 years ago, leaving the family homeless today.
Israeli authorities systematically force Palestinians to demolish their own homes in Jerusalem, and those who refuse face forced demolition and heavy fines.
Number of martyred prisoners rises to 80 since start of genocide
The Palestinian Prisoners’ Club announced that 80 prisoners have been martyred since the start of the war on Gaza, including 47 from Gaza.
It said the total number of martyred prisoners since 1967 has reached 317, and that Israel still withholds 88 bodies, including 77 since the start of the genocide.
The club described this period as the most violent in the history of the prisoners’ movement, citing systematic killings and calls by far-right minister Ben Gvir to enact a law for executing prisoners.
Settlers storm Al-Aqsa Mosque and perform Talmudic rituals near the Dome of the Rock
Dozens of Israeli settlers, under heavy police protection, stormed the courtyards of Al-Aqsa Mosque today, Tuesday, and performed Talmudic rituals near the Dome of the Rock.
The frequency of such incursions has sharply increased since the beginning of the genocide war, marking a grave escalation and violation of the mosque’s sanctity.
Occupation arrests 3 fishermen off Gaza’s coast
Israeli forces arrested three fishermen off the coast of Gaza City on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, after opening fire at them.
The detainees are Abdullah Muhammad al-Absi, Muhammad Miqdad, and Bakr Abu Abda.
Leaked document lists 30,000 Israeli soldiers involved in Gaza genocide
A Qatari Al Jazeera investigation revealed a “leaked document” listing 30,000 Israeli military personnel—pilots, soldiers, and technicians—involved in the genocide in Gaza.
Journalist Tamer al-Mishal presented the list on the program “What Is Hidden Is Greater”, saying it includes names, ranks, and addresses of those responsible for airstrikes that killed tens of thousands of civilians.
Israel has not yet commented on the report.
OCHA documents 71 settler attacks in the West Bank in one week
The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) documented 71 settler attacks in the West Bank between October 7 and 13, half of which were linked to the olive harvest season.
Settlers attacked Palestinians in 27 villages, injuring residents and damaging property. Since October 7, 2023, settlers have committed 7,154 assaults, killing 33 Palestinians and damaging 48,728 trees, including 37,237 olive trees.
Settlers burn 3 tents in Masafer Yatta, south of Hebron
On Tuesday morning, settlers set fire to three uninhabited tents in Wadi al-Jawaya, Masafer Yatta, south of Hebron.
The tents belonged to Musa and Issa Hassan Shawahin, and Issa Muhammad Shawahin.
Armed settlers also grazed livestock on Palestinian farmlands and cut down trees in the Zuwaidin area of Yatta’s desert region.
Qatar’s Emir: What happened in Gaza is genocide; Israel has violated all laws
Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani declared on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, that what occurred in Gaza is genocide.
In his speech at the opening of the Qatari Shura Council, he condemned Israel’s continued violations of the ceasefire, settlement expansion, and efforts to Judaize Jerusalem’s sanctities.
He called on the international community to hold perpetrators accountable and ensure protection for Palestinians.
The Emir added, “The Palestinian cause is not terrorism—it is a cause of long-standing occupation that must end.”
He also revealed that Qatar faced violations of sovereignty by Iran and Israel, but “emerged stronger.”
Israeli “undercover” forces kidnap a young man south of Jenin
Israeli undercover units (Musta‘ribeen) kidnapped Mujahid Zaki Sadaqa (37) from Anza village, south of Jenin, after storming his home at dawn.
Occupation forces also raided Burqin town, west of Jenin, assaulting residents and firing gas canisters.
Trump warns Hamas: Regional allies ready to intervene militarily in Gaza
U.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday that several Middle Eastern allies informed him of their readiness to intervene militarily in Gaza “with great force” if Hamas violates the ceasefire.
He added that the U.S. told allies and Israel that it is not yet time for intervention, expressing hope that Hamas would act responsibly, warning that if it does not, its end will be swift, violent, and brutal.
Al-Qassam Brigades announce they will hand over two Israeli soldiers’ bodies this evening
Hamas’s military wing, Al-Qassam Brigades, announced that it will hand over two bodies of Israeli soldiers recovered in Gaza this evening, Tuesday.
The delivery, part of the “Al-Aqsa Flood” prisoner exchange deal, is scheduled for 9:00 p.m. Gaza time.
Agricultural Relief: 36,000 dunums of olive groves destroyed in Gaza
Munjed Abu Jaish, Director of Palestinian Agricultural Relief, revealed that the war of genocide destroyed 36,000 dunums of olive groves—1.85 million olive trees and 31 olive presses.
Before the war, Gaza had achieved self-sufficiency in olive oil production; now, it requires a national recovery plan for the agricultural sector.
Israel urges Canada to retract pledge to arrest Netanyahu
Israel’s government urged Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to withdraw his pledge to enforce the ICC arrest warrant against Benjamin Netanyahu should he visit Canada.
Israeli government spokesperson Shosh Bedrosian said, “We believe Prime Minister Carney should reconsider and welcome Netanyahu, the leader of the only Jewish and democratic state in the Middle East.”
Martyr killed by Israeli drone fire in southern Gaza Strip
Local sources reported Tuesday evening, October 21, 2025, that a citizen was martyred by Israeli drone fire in Bani Suhaila, east of Khan Younis, southern Gaza.
Journalistic sources also confirmed that a critically injured person arrived at Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital after an Israeli tank fired near Saq Allah Mosque in Al-Zaytoun neighborhood, southeastern Gaza City.
This raises the number of martyrs since the October 11 ceasefire to 88.
October 22
Gaza Health Ministry: We have received 30 bodies of martyrs released today by the occupation
The Ministry of Health in Gaza announced today, Wednesday, October 22, 2025, that it has received 30 bodies of martyrs released today by the Israeli occupation through the Red Cross, bringing the total number of bodies received to 195.
The ministry confirmed in a press statement that its medical teams continue to handle the bodies in accordance with approved medical procedures and protocols, in preparation for completing the examination, documentation, and handover to families.
It noted that some bodies show signs of abuse, beating, bound hands, and blindfolded eyes.
The ministry also stated that, so far, the identities of 57 martyrs have been confirmed by their families through the identification link published below.
It added that the bodies of 54 unidentified martyrs were buried today in a designated cemetery in the central governorate.
World Food Programme: Aid flow to Gaza far below daily needs
The World Food Programme (WFP) said that the supplies entering Gaza remain far below the daily target of 2,000 tons.
According to WFP data, about 750 tons of food currently enter the Gaza Strip daily, but this is still far below the needed amount after a two-year war that has turned much of Gaza into rubble.
WFP spokesperson Abeer Etefa said at a press conference in Geneva on Tuesday evening, “To reach that amount, we need to use all border crossings now.”
UNICEF spokesperson Ricardo Pires stated that the humanitarian response remains far below the required level and called for reopening all crossings.
Etefa added, “No large convoys have reached Gaza City or northern Gaza,” noting that WFP has not been granted permission to use Salah al-Din Street, the main road connecting the north and south of the Strip.
She said that the food supplies delivered so far are enough to feed around half a million people for two weeks.
“They eat part of it, ration it, and save some for emergencies because they are not fully confident about how long the ceasefire will last or what will happen afterward,” she added.
Reconstruction of Rafah – Channel reports Israeli fears of U.S. restrictions in Gaza
Israel’s security establishment believes that U.S. efforts to advance President Donald Trump’s plan to end the Gaza war could “collide” with Israeli security interests.
U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance met again today, Wednesday, with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
According to Channel 12, the security establishment fears that “key Israeli interests—such as army positions in Gaza, rules of engagement, and how humanitarian aid is allowed in—will no longer be determined by Israel.”
The main concern is that “the U.S. could restrict Israel in these areas, undermining the army’s ability to operate and the government’s ability to impose sanctions on Hamas.”
These concerns come as the U.S. military coordination center for overseeing the ceasefire in Gaza begins operating from Kiryat Gat in southern Israel. The center will supervise implementation of the agreement, the entry of international forces into Gaza, and humanitarian aid delivery.
Vance, along with U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, inaugurated the coordination center yesterday, which will host around 200 U.S. officers.
Which international forces are involved in Gaza’s coordination center?
Israeli media reported that the U.S.-established civil-military coordination center in Israel includes personnel from the U.S., U.K., Jordan, and the UAE, among other undisclosed countries. The center aims to support efforts to stabilize Gaza after the war.
The British Ministry of Defence announced Wednesday that a small group of military planning officers had been sent to Israel to join the U.S.-led task force.
The announcement coincided with U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance’s visit to Israel, where he inaugurated the joint U.S.-Israeli coordination center in Kiryat Gat.
The center—also known as the Civil-Military Coordination Center—monitors ceasefire implementation and aims to ensure Gaza’s stability by assessing field developments and coordinating humanitarian aid and essential services.
Israeli Channel: U.S. closely monitoring every move in Gaza
Israel’s “KAN” channel reported that the United States is closely monitoring every move in Gaza, even approving or blocking certain actions.
According to Israeli sources cited by the channel, this is being done through the special command center recently established in Kiryat Gat as part of the bilateral security coordination.
An Israeli official present there said, “Israel has become like an American protectorate—the Americans monitor everything happening in Gaza and do everything they can to prevent the collapse of the ceasefire, even stopping us from carrying out certain operations.”
President Abbas inaugurates the 10th National Forum “Creativity from Homeland to the World”
President Mahmoud Abbas inaugurated today, Wednesday, the 10th National Forum titled “Creativity from Homeland to the World – Toward a Cross-Border Innovation System,” organized by the Higher Council for Innovation and Excellence.
The two-day forum includes an innovation exhibition at the National Library in Surda and discussion sessions with experts and decision-makers at the Birzeit Technological Park.
The event aims to highlight Palestinian creative potential in Palestine and the diaspora, uniting efforts to build a borderless Palestinian innovation ecosystem that conveys a message of hope and achievement to the world.
Prisoners’ Affairs Commission: Catastrophic conditions in the Negev Prison
The Palestinian Prisoners’ Affairs Commission revealed catastrophic humanitarian and health conditions inside Israel’s Negev Desert Prison.
According to its statement on Wednesday, prisoners suffer from widespread skin diseases due to lack of hygiene and severe shortages of cleaning supplies. Meals are poor and unfit for human consumption, exacerbating suffering.
It added that prisoners endure freezing temperatures without winter clothing or blankets and that Israeli suppression units continue raiding cells, assaulting prisoners, and confiscating personal belongings.
The Commission warned of the dire situation and urged international organizations to intervene immediately, holding the occupation fully responsible for prisoners’ safety.
Occupation reactivates old land seizure orders in Qalandiya
Israeli authorities have reactivated old land seizure orders affecting hundreds of dunams in Qalandiya village, north of Jerusalem.
According to the Jerusalem Governorate, the land lies east of Qalandiya near the “Atarot” industrial zone and Jerusalem Airport.
These orders, issued in the 1970s and 1980s for industrial expansion, were never implemented due to residents’ objections. Locals were recently shocked by new Israeli demands to relinquish their lands to the “Israel Land Authority.”
Occupation arrests at least 45 Palestinians in the West Bank
The Israeli occupation arrested at least 45 Palestinians overnight, including one child and several former prisoners, mainly in Hebron.
The arrests were accompanied by home raids, assaults, and widespread vandalism.
Settlers storm Al-Aqsa Mosque
On Wednesday, Israeli settlers, under heavy police protection, stormed Al-Aqsa Mosque in groups, conducted provocative tours, and performed Talmudic rituals.
Hussein al-Sheikh and Majed Faraj to Cairo to discuss Gaza developments
Palestinian Authority officials Hussein al-Sheikh and intelligence chief Majed Faraj are visiting Cairo today to consult Egyptian officials on the situation following the ceasefire in Gaza.
Euro-Med Monitor: “No one survived” – shocking genocide statistics in Gaza
The Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor reported that Israel’s genocide in Gaza has affected over 270,000 people—about 12% of the Strip’s population—through killing, injury, or detention since October 7, 2023.
It documented 75,190 Palestinians killed, 90% of them civilians, including 21,310 children and 13,987 women.
Over 173,200 were injured, with tens of thousands suffering permanent disabilities or severe trauma. About 45,600 children have been orphaned.
The report also documented the detention of around 12,000 Gazans, including 2,700 still held or missing.
U.S. Secretary of State arriving in Israel Thursday
Channel 12 reported that U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will arrive in Israel Thursday for a 48-hour visit.
ICJ ruling on Israeli blockade of Gaza
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is set to issue its decision Wednesday on whether Israel violated international law by imposing a months-long blockade on humanitarian aid to Gaza.
The ruling will also assess Israeli attacks on UN staff and facilities.
Occupation rearrests Jenin resident hours after release
Israeli forces arrested a young man from Ya’bad, south of Jenin, hours after his release from prison, assaulting his father and him during the raid.
Israeli forces assault two youths in Beit Hanina, Jerusalem
Occupation forces assaulted two young men on a motorcycle and arrested one of them.
Mass arrests in Hebron
Israeli forces launched a large-scale raid in Hebron at dawn, arresting 16 citizens and assaulting several detainees during home searches.
Islamic Jihad’s Al-Quds Brigades mourn hundreds of fighters
The group’s spokesman, Abu Hamza, announced the martyrdom of hundreds of its members and commanders during Israel’s war on Gaza, affirming commitment to the ceasefire as long as Israel abides by it.
Israeli and Bahraini foreign ministers discuss Trump’s Gaza plan
Israeli FM Gideon Sa’ar met Bahrain’s FM Abdullatif Al-Zayani to discuss implementing Trump’s plan for Gaza.
Knesset passes preliminary vote to annex the West Bank
The Israeli Knesset passed a preliminary bill to annex the West Bank and apply Israeli sovereignty over “Ma’ale Adumim.”
Netanyahu to U.S. VP: Turkish troops in Gaza are a “red line”
Israeli PM Netanyahu told U.S. VP J.D. Vance that Turkey’s involvement in Gaza is unacceptable, calling it a “red line.”
ICJ obliges Israel to facilitate Gaza relief and rejects its claims on UNRWA
The International Court of Justice ruled that Israel, as an occupying power, must facilitate UN humanitarian aid to Gaza and rejected Israeli allegations that UNRWA staff are linked to Hamas.
Erdogan: Ceasefire gives Gazans relief
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said in Doha that the ceasefire has brought “a breath of relief” to Palestinians in Gaza and reiterated that a two-state solution remains the only viable path to peace.
October 23
Ministry of Health in Gaza publishes the latest statistics on the number of martyrs from the Israeli aggression
The Ministry of Health in Gaza announced today, Thursday, October 23, 2025, that the death toll from the Israeli aggression has risen to 68,280 martyrs and 170,375 injuries since October 7, 2023.
In its daily report, the ministry confirmed that 14 martyrs (including one due to direct targeting by the occupation and 13 retrieved from under the rubble) and two injuries arrived at Gaza Strip hospitals during the past 24 hours.
It pointed out that a number of victims are still under the rubble and on the roads, as ambulance and civil defense crews are unable to reach them until now.
It explained that since the ceasefire on October 11, 2025, the following have been recorded:
• Total martyrs: 89
• Total injuries: 317
• Total retrieved bodies: 449
It also announced that 32 additional martyrs were added to the cumulative number of martyrs from the bodies that were identified.
U.S. Vice President: The West Bank will not be annexed to Israel, and we will not deploy troops in Gaza
U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance confirmed today, Thursday, October 23, 2025, that the West Bank will not be annexed to Israel.
His remarks came after the Israeli Knesset’s preliminary approval yesterday, Wednesday, of a bill to annex the West Bank, a move strongly condemned by many regional and Western capitals.
Vance stressed in a press statement that Israel and Hamas are respecting the ceasefire despite some exceptions and that the agreement remains firm.
He pointed out that his country will not deploy American soldiers in the Gaza Strip.
Vance added that the United States is committed to upholding the ceasefire agreement and that the Israeli government is also committed to it, confirming that Washington will continue working with Israel to maintain the agreement.
He said, “Our message to the Israelis has been the necessity of preserving the ceasefire agreement.”
Prisoner institutions call on the “Red Cross” to resume prison visits immediately
Palestinian prisoner institutions have called on the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to immediately resume visits to Israeli prisons amid escalating violations against Palestinian detainees.
The organizations — Addameer Prisoner Support and Human Rights Association, the Palestinian Prisoners’ Club, the Commission of Detainees and Ex-Detainees Affairs, and Defense for Children International – Palestine — sent an urgent letter to ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric Egger, demanding the immediate resumption of visits to Israeli prisons holding Palestinian detainees.
The institutions emphasized in their letter the dangerous and deteriorating conditions faced by Palestinian detainees over the past two years, including systematic starvation, deliberate medical neglect, physical and psychological torture, rape and sexual violence, and deprivation of basic rights guaranteed under international humanitarian and human rights law. These crimes have led to the martyrdom of no fewer than 80 Palestinian detainees in Israeli custody.
They urged the ICRC to dispatch medical teams urgently to assess and monitor detainees’ health conditions, noting that many suffer from chronic illnesses, untreated injuries, and severe effects of starvation and torture.
The institutions also called on the Red Cross to pressure Israeli authorities to provide immediate and adequate medical care to all Palestinian detainees according to international standards.
They further confirmed that all Israeli captives have been released, meaning that the Israeli authorities have no justification to continue preventing the Red Cross from visiting Palestinian detainees.
Martyr killed by Israeli drone fire in Bani Suhaila, southern Gaza Strip
Medical sources in the Gaza Strip announced today, Thursday, that a citizen was martyred after being shot by an Israeli drone in the town of Bani Suhaila, southern Gaza.
Since the start of the ceasefire on October 11, 88 citizens have been martyred, 315 injured, and 436 bodies retrieved from under the rubble.
The death toll from the Israeli aggression on Gaza has risen to 68,234 martyrs and 170,373 injuries since October 7, 2023.
Israeli occupation orders evacuation of homes and lands in Qalandiya
Israeli occupation authorities today, Thursday, ordered residents to evacuate several homes and olive-planted lands in Qalandiya, northwest of Jerusalem.
According to local sources, Israeli municipal crews accompanied by a military force stormed the eastern part of the town and delivered evacuation notices for several homes and lands.
UNRWA: More than 61 million tons of rubble cover Gaza
The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) announced that more than 61 million tons of rubble cover large areas of the Gaza Strip, noting that entire neighborhoods have been wiped out by ongoing destruction.
According to its official website, the agency confirmed today, Thursday, that entire families are still searching among the rubble for water and shelter under restrictions on humanitarian aid entry.
UNRWA emphasized that its teams continue providing life-saving assistance to affected residents despite the ongoing blockade, reaffirming its commitment to continue its humanitarian mission in Gaza despite the difficult circumstances.
Prisoners’ Club: Ben Gvir continues genocide inside Israeli prisons
The Palestinian Prisoners’ Club confirmed that Israeli Minister Itamar Ben Gvir continues his open incitement for systematic genocide inside Israeli prisons through repeated calls to kill and torture Palestinian detainees, promoted across social media platforms using a media apparatus that serves as a central arm of the Israeli machinery of brutality.
In a statement issued today, Thursday, the Prisoners’ Club noted that these incitement campaigns coincide with dangerous legislative efforts in the Knesset to pass a law authorizing the execution of Palestinian detainees and to establish a special court devoid of judicial safeguards to try detainees from Gaza.
It added that these legislative paths represent a dangerous shift toward legitimizing crimes against detainees and turning killing and execution into legally sanctioned practices.
Despite the International Court ruling – Israel refuses UNRWA’s return to Gaza
Benjamin Netanyahu’s government continues to reject the International Court of Justice’s ruling obliging Israel to facilitate UNRWA’s work in Gaza despite worsening humanitarian conditions.
According to Israeli public radio today, Thursday, a senior Israeli official familiar with government policy in Gaza stated that Tel Aviv “will not allow UNRWA to return to operate in the Strip.”
The official added, “From our perspective, UNRWA will never set foot in Gaza again,” claiming that “every UN agency that entered Gaza either failed miserably or fell under Hamas control.”
He noted that Israel has formally conveyed this position to the U.S. administration “hoping Washington will see things the same way,” stressing that the decision is “final as long as Israel is in control.”
He added that Israel had anticipated the ICJ ruling, which concluded this week that there was no evidence supporting Israeli allegations that UNRWA staff belong to Hamas.
Shas announces resignation from coalition positions in the Knesset
The Israeli Shas party announced today, Thursday, October 22, 2025, its resignation from coalition positions in the Knesset amid a legislative crisis.
The party said that Education Committee Chair Yossi Tayeb and Health Committee Chair Yoni Mushriki submitted their resignations to Knesset Speaker Ohana.
MK Michael Malkieli also resigned as head of the Committee for Narrowing Gaps in Peripheral Areas.
The party’s statement read: “Shas will continue to work with full strength to organize the status of yeshiva students and Torah scholars.”
It added that Shas will return to its government and Knesset posts once the conscription law is passed.
Democratic Front delegation arrives in Cairo early today by official invitation
By official invitation from the Egyptian leadership, a senior delegation from the Democratic Front for the Liberation of Palestine, headed by Secretary-General Fahd Suleiman and including Political Bureau members Fathi al-Kalib and Dr. Samir Abu Mdallala, arrived in Cairo early today.
The delegation is expected to hold talks with the Egyptian leadership and Palestinian factions currently in Cairo, as well as meet freed prisoners deported to Cairo and members of the Palestinian community in the Egyptian capital.
Newspaper reveals: plan to divide Gaza into two zones between Israel and Hamas
The Wall Street Journal reported that the United States and Israel are discussing a plan to divide the Gaza Strip into two separate zones — one under Israeli control and the other under Hamas control. Under the plan, reconstruction efforts would initially focus on the area under Israeli control until Hamas is disarmed and removed from power.
The report said these ideas were disclosed during a press conference in Israel attended by U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance and President Trump’s son-in-law and adviser Jared Kushner, who both arrived to push the parties to maintain the ceasefire.
Vance stated, “There are two zones in Gaza: one relatively safe and one extremely dangerous,” adding that the goal is “to expand the safe zone geographically.”
Kushner said, “Discussions are underway about the area controlled by the Israeli army, and once it’s secured, reconstruction can begin to build a ‘New Gaza’ to give residents a place to go, jobs, and a place to live.”
According to the report, Arab mediators participating in peace talks expressed concern, saying that the U.S. and Israel proposed the idea during negotiations. Arab governments firmly opposed dividing Gaza, warning that such a move could pave the way for a permanent Israeli presence in the Strip. Mediators added that Arab states are not prepared to deploy security forces in Gaza under such terms.
First after the ceasefire – WHO evacuates 41 patients from Gaza
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus announced the evacuation of 41 critically ill patients from Gaza for treatment abroad — the first medical evacuation since the ceasefire.
In a post on X on Thursday, Tedros said the World Health Organization led the medical evacuation of 41 critical patients and 145 companions from Gaza.
He added, “This is the first time this has happened since the ceasefire. About 15,000 patients are still waiting for approval to receive medical care outside Gaza.”
He renewed his call for countries to show solidarity and open all routes to accelerate medical evacuations from Gaza.
Israeli occupation orders demolition of six industrial facilities in Anata
Israeli occupation forces today, Thursday, issued demolition orders for six large industrial facilities in the town of Anata, northeast of Jerusalem.
Local sources reported that Israeli police and army units stormed Anata and handed demolition orders for six major industrial structures in several neighborhoods.
Trump announces: Israel’s annexation steps will not have U.S. support
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the Knesset’s moves to annex the West Bank pose a direct threat to the Gaza peace agreement, confirming that non-Middle Eastern countries have shown readiness to join an international force to help stabilize the Strip.
Speaking before his visit to Israel on Thursday, Rubio explained that President Donald Trump stressed that Israel’s annexation steps cannot receive U.S. support at this time, warning that such unilateral action would undermine U.S. and international efforts to consolidate the Gaza peace deal.
The Wall Street Journal reported that the arrival of U.S. officials in Israel aims to ensure the continuation of the Gaza ceasefire and prevent any escalation that could threaten ongoing political efforts.
The U.S. State Department announced Wednesday night that Secretary Rubio would travel to Israel to support the successful implementation of President Trump’s plan to end the conflict in Gaza, noting that he will work with regional and international partners to build on what it called “historic momentum toward comprehensive, lasting peace in the Middle East.”
Vice President J.D. Vance had preceded Rubio’s visit to Israel, where he expressed optimism about the ceasefire’s stability but noted after meeting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that maintaining calm requires significant effort.
Settlers attack olive pickers in Turmus Ayya
Israeli settlers attacked olive pickers this morning, Thursday, in the town of Turmus Ayya, north of Ramallah.
Local sources reported that several settlers attacked the farmers and forced them to leave their lands.
Details of Palestinian-Jordanian talks on stabilizing the Gaza ceasefire
Palestinian Vice President Hussein al-Sheikh held talks last night with Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi, attended by Palestinian intelligence chief Majed Faraj and Jordanian intelligence chief Ahmad Hosni.
The talks focused on efforts to stabilize the Gaza ceasefire, deliver humanitarian aid to the Strip, and launch the second phase of the ceasefire agreement.
Both al-Sheikh and Safadi emphasized the importance of unifying all efforts to ensure the success of the first phase and move toward the second phase, leading to a genuine political horizon for a just peace based on the two-state solution in line with international legitimacy and the Arab Peace Initiative.
They affirmed that the Gaza Strip is an inseparable part of the occupied Palestinian territory on which the independent State of Palestine must be established. They added that all transitional arrangements must reflect and reinforce this reality.
Both also praised U.S. President Donald Trump’s crucial role in achieving the agreement, his proposal to end the war, rebuild Gaza, prevent displacement, and advance comprehensive peace, as well as Egypt and Qatar’s key roles in achieving it.
UN Security Council to discuss the Palestinian issue today
The United Nations Security Council is holding its regular open debate today, Thursday, on “The situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question.”
Members are expected to hear a briefing from Ramesh Rajasingham, Deputy Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process, at the start of the meeting.
The session was designated as a special event on the Council’s agenda at the request of Russia, which holds the rotating presidency this month.
Israeli occupation arrests seven citizens from Nablus Governorate
Israeli occupation forces arrested seven citizens from Nablus Governorate early Thursday morning.
According to local sources, Israeli military vehicles stormed several neighborhoods in the city, raided homes, and vandalized their contents. Those arrested include Qassem Jarwan from Rafidia, freed prisoner Muhannad al-Aghbar from Khallat al-Amoud, and Fadel al-Kurdi from the Old City.
The occupation also arrested Muhammad Maher Abdul Jabbar from Zawata, west of the city.
Additionally, forces raided the towns of Burqa and Sebastia northwest of Nablus, vandalized homes, and arrested freed prisoner Moataz Daghlas and Karim al-Sankal from Burqa, and minor Alaa Kaid from Sebastia.
Hamas and Fatah delegations meet in Cairo to discuss post-war arrangements for Gaza
Sources told Al-Qahera News on Thursday evening that a Hamas delegation led by Khalil al-Hayya met in Cairo with a Fatah delegation headed by Palestinian Vice President Hussein al-Sheikh, with the participation of intelligence chief Majed Faraj.
The meeting focused on the overall Palestinian national scene and post-war arrangements for Gaza as part of ongoing efforts to achieve internal Palestinian understandings for the coming phase.
Intense Egyptian-U.S. contacts to solidify Gaza agreement
Sources told Al-Qahera News on Thursday that Egypt is intensifying its contacts with the United States to consolidate the Gaza ceasefire and achieve a just peace in the Middle East.
Cairo is currently hosting talks between Palestinian factions as part of the second phase of U.S. President Donald Trump’s plan.
The sources confirmed that the Cairo discussions aim to achieve Palestinian consensus on the second phase of Trump’s plan.
WHO: Gaza faces a health catastrophe that will last generations
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warned Thursday that Gaza faces an unprecedented health catastrophe that will persist for generations due to worsening humanitarian conditions and ongoing restrictions on aid.
He said that restrictions on humanitarian access exacerbate the suffering of residents and hinder relief efforts, calling on Israel to allow previously deregistered international aid organizations to resume operations in Gaza.
Tedros stressed that the current situation requires urgent international action to secure medical and humanitarian aid and ensure it reaches those in need without obstruction.
UN official: There are no natural births in Gaza — women give birth among the rubble
Andrew Saberton, Deputy Executive Director of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), said Thursday that “there are no natural births in Gaza now,” as many women cannot reach hospitals and medical equipment and ambulances are “almost nonexistent.”
Following his visit to the occupied Palestinian territories, he added, “Many women cannot even reach a private space in a tent. We have stories of women giving birth among the rubble on the side of the road.”
He said premature and low-birth-weight babies now make up about 70% of all newborns, with one in three pregnancies considered high-risk, while 94% of hospitals have been damaged or destroyed.
Smotrich apologizes to Saudi Arabia for racist remarks
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich apologized Thursday, October 23, 2025, for his racist comments insulting Saudi Arabia.
Smotrich had said, “Sovereignty (referring to West Bank annexation) is the real test. If Saudi Arabia says normalization in exchange for a Palestinian state, the answer is no, thank you — keep riding your camels in the Saudi desert.”
He later issued an apology: “My statement about Saudi Arabia was certainly inappropriate, and I express regret for the offense it caused.”
He added, “However, at the same time, I expect the Saudis not to insult us, deny our heritage and traditions, or our Jewish people’s rights in its historical lands in Judea and Samaria, and to work with us for genuine peace.”
Turkey holds talks on participating in Gaza peacekeeping mission
A Turkish Defense Ministry source said Thursday that Ankara is holding discussions about possible participation of Turkish troops in a Gaza peacekeeping mission.
The official said, “We are in contact with our counterparts regarding our participation in the mission to be established in Gaza,” adding that “a civil-military coordination center has been established to form a force operating in Gaza.”
He explained that within this framework, an international stabilization force would be created to conduct security patrols, protect civilian infrastructure and humanitarian aid, ensure border security, train local security forces, and monitor the ceasefire.
Clearing Gaza of unexploded ordnance could take up to 30 years
An official from the humanitarian organization Humanity & Inclusion said Thursday that clearing Gaza of unexploded ordnance will likely take between 20 and 30 years, describing the Strip as an “open minefield.”
UN data shows that more than 53 people have been martyred and hundreds injured by remnants of the two-year war between Israel and Hamas. Relief organizations believe the actual toll is much higher.
The U.S.-mediated ceasefire has raised hopes for beginning the massive task of removing unexploded ordnance among millions of tons of rubble.
October 24
Rubio: If Hamas Refuses to Disarm, It Will Be a Violation of the Ceasefire Agreement
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Friday, October 24, 2025, “If Hamas refuses to disarm, it will be a violation of the ceasefire agreement.”
Rubio added, upon his arrival at the Civil-Military Coordination Center in Kiryat Gat, south of Tel Aviv, “We expect the complete disarmament of Hamas, and we do not want any threat to Israel from the areas where Hamas currently operates.”
He expressed his country’s pride in the early days of implementing President Trump’s plan to end the war in Gaza, stressing that “there are difficulties in implementing the agreement, but also reasons for optimism.”
He noted that progress has been made in maintaining the ceasefire and that both Israel and Hamas must adhere to the agreement.
He emphasized the need to coordinate with all international organizations and charities regarding the distribution of aid in Gaza.
Regarding the deployment of an international force in Gaza, Rubio said, “We are coordinating with various parties regarding the international force to be deployed in Gaza and are working to create the conditions necessary for it to operate in order to maintain stability in the Gaza Strip.”
He pointed out that the international force to be deployed in Gaza has not yet been formed and that many countries have expressed their desire to participate. He added that the international security force should consist of countries that Israel feels comfortable with.
He continued, “We are working to create conditions that ensure the events of October 7 will not be repeated. We must ensure the ceasefire holds without obstacles and that aid reaches those who need it.”
Rubio stressed that “there is no alternative plan to Trump’s peace plan for Gaza, and we are working to ensure its success.”
He added, “We want to help create conditions that enable the people of Gaza to have a better life without Hamas,” noting, “We are working to ensure that Hamas will not rule Gaza in the future and that there will be no threat to Israel’s security.”
He confirmed that all parties agreed there will be no role for Hamas in Gaza’s future.
He continued, “We expressed our concerns about the current situation of the Palestinian Authority.”
Sources to Sawa: Comprehensive Meeting of Palestinian Factions in Cairo
Well-informed sources confirmed on Friday, October 24, 2025, that all Palestinian factions are holding an important meeting this afternoon in the Egyptian capital, Cairo.
The sources told Sawa News Agency that this afternoon’s meeting will be attended by delegations from both Fatah and Hamas.
They added that the meeting will discuss several issues, foremost among them organizing the situation in Gaza after the war has stopped.
The sources explained that after the comprehensive meeting of the Palestinian factions ends, another meeting is expected to be held with the participation of the Egyptian General Intelligence Service.
United States Requested Israel to Notify It in Advance of Any Large-Scale Airstrikes in Gaza
U.S. officials informed Israeli security officials this week that Washington expects to be notified in advance of any large-scale airstrikes in Gaza before they are carried out and that they will not tolerate further Israeli surprises that could jeopardize the ceasefire agreement.
However, Israeli security sources noted that the Americans did not frame this request as seeking a U.S. “green light” for such strikes, according to Haaretz on Friday.
This came during meetings held over the past two days by U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance with Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz, Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer, and Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir, attended by U.S. CENTCOM commander Brad Cooper. Senior Israeli officers also participated, providing assessments of all fronts where Israel is conducting airstrikes.
Israeli officials emphasized the disarmament of Hamas “before the start of Gaza’s reconstruction,” the composition of the international force expected to enter the Strip, and the return of the bodies of 13 Israeli captives that Hamas says are difficult to locate.
The newspaper noted that the U.S. demands come after last Sunday’s escalation, when more than 40 Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes in Gaza and two Israeli soldiers died. President Donald Trump reportedly fears that another such escalation could halt his ceasefire plan and resume the war.
Protesters Block Aid Trucks to Gaza at Kerem Shalom Crossing
Israeli media reported Friday that right-wing protesters blocked roads leading to humanitarian aid trucks bound for Gaza, halting the entry of essential supplies to civilians.
The protests took place at the Kerem Shalom Crossing, the main entry point for food, fuel, and medical supplies into Gaza.
Protesters said they opposed sending aid to Gaza while Hamas remains in control, claiming that assistance could be used for non-humanitarian purposes.
Erdogan: Gaza Is a Test for the Islamic World; Comprehensive Negotiations on Task Force
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said that what is happening in Gaza is a “test paper” for the Islamic world and that Turkey stands firmly with its Palestinian brothers.
He made the remarks to reporters aboard his plane returning from a Gulf tour that included Kuwait, Qatar, and Oman.
Erdoğan said that rebuilding Gaza will not be easy and that Turkey will do so collectively, particularly with Gulf nations.
He added that comprehensive negotiations are underway regarding the Gaza task force, calling it a multidimensional issue, and affirmed that Turkey is ready to provide all forms of support.
Macron: A Special Governance Structure Must Be Established for Gaza and Full Palestinian Role Recognized
French President Emmanuel Macron called for establishing a special governance structure for Gaza and fully recognizing the Palestinian role in this process.
During a press conference following the EU leaders’ summit in Brussels on Thursday, Macron said, “We are determined to ensure the implementation of President Donald Trump’s ceasefire plan for Gaza.”
He stressed that the priority in Gaza is adherence to the ceasefire and ensuring the renewed flow of humanitarian aid.
He added that the average of about 300 aid trucks entering Gaza daily is insufficient to meet the population’s needs.
Poll: 58% of Israelis Fear the Entry of International Forces into Gaza
A new Israeli public opinion poll showed that 58% of Israelis fear that deploying international forces in Gaza, under Trump’s ceasefire plan, would prevent the Israeli army from acting against Hamas.
Meanwhile, 26% said they were not concerned, and 16% expressed no opinion.
According to Maariv, 64% supported forming an official commission of inquiry into the October 7 events, headed by Supreme Court President Isaac Amit, while 22% opposed it.
Two Palestinians Martyred and Two Children Injured by an Explosion in Gaza
Two Palestinians were martyred Friday from wounds sustained in previous Israeli bombings in Gaza City.
Two children were also injured when a suspicious explosive device left by Israeli forces detonated in Gaza’s al-Nasr neighborhood.
Settlers Attack Farmers and International Activists in Kafr Malik, East of Ramallah
Israeli settlers attacked farmers and international solidarity activists on Friday in Kafr Malik, east of Ramallah, preventing them from reaching their lands.
According to the Wall and Settlement Resistance Commission, a total of 158 attacks against olive pickers have been recorded since the start of the current harvest season.
One Martyred by Israeli Fire in Askar Camp, East of Nablus
On Friday morning, 18-year-old Mohammed Ahmad Khamees Abu Haneen succumbed to serious gunshot wounds inflicted by Israeli forces during a Thursday raid on Askar Camp, east of Nablus.
UNRWA Calls on Israel to Halt West Bank Land Annexation
The UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) on Friday urged Israel to halt all land annexation in the West Bank, calling it a grave violation of international law.
It warned that violence in the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, has sharply escalated since the Gaza war began in October 2023.
Settlers Attack Olive Pickers in Beit Dajan, East of Nablus
Settlers attacked olive pickers on Friday morning in Beit Dajan, east of Nablus, preventing them from harvesting in several areas.
Man Killed, Wife Injured in Shooting in Tamra
A man was killed and his wife moderately injured in a shooting attack in the northern city of Tamra, bringing the number of Arab community homicide victims in Israel since the start of the year to 211.
Israel Preparing for Possible Return of More Bodies This Weekend
Israel’s public broadcaster KAN reported Friday that Israel is preparing for the possible return of more hostage bodies from Hamas over the weekend.
Israeli Forces Arrest Released Prisoner in Tulkarem
Israeli forces arrested former prisoner Malik Saadeh Jallad, 50, during a Friday dawn raid on his home in Tulkarem’s Irtah neighborhood.
Settlers Torch Vehicles in Deir Dibwan, East of Ramallah
Settlers set fire to several civilian vehicles early Friday in Deir Dibwan, east of Ramallah.
EU Seeks More Active Role in Gaza
EU leaders pledged to play a more active role in Gaza following the U.S.-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
During Thursday’s Brussels summit, EU leaders discussed Gaza’s fragile ceasefire and vowed European support to stabilize the war-torn territory.
U.S. Appoints Stephen Fagin Civilian Head of Gaza Coordination Center
The U.S. State Department announced Friday that current Yemen ambassador Stephen Fagin has been appointed as the civilian head of the Civil-Military Coordination Center overseeing Trump’s Gaza plan.
Palestinian Factions in Cairo Agree to Support and Continue Implementing Ceasefire Steps
A joint statement from the Palestinian factions meeting in Cairo said they agreed to support and continue implementing ceasefire measures and to hand over Gaza’s administration to a temporary committee of independent Gazans.
Rubio: International Force in Gaza Still Being Formed
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday that the international force to be deployed in Gaza is still being formed and that many countries have expressed interest in joining.
Two Martyred in Israeli Drone Strike East of Deir al-Balah
Two brothers, Saeed Salameh Salem al-Ghawash and Masoud Salameh Salem al-Ghawash, were martyred in an Israeli drone strike east of Deir al-Balah.
UNRWA: Trying to Provide Education Space in Gaza Schools
UNRWA Deputy Director in Gaza John White said Friday that the agency is trying to find space in schools to provide emergency education for about 10,000 children daily.
World Food Programme: Supported Bakeries Start Operating in Northern Gaza
The World Food Programme announced Friday that WFP-supported bakeries have begun operating in parts of northern Gaza, producing and distributing bread daily through its partner networks.
October 25
Gaza Health Publishes the Latest Statistics on the Number of Martyrs of the Israeli Aggression
The Ministry of Health in Gaza announced today, Saturday, October 25, 2025, that the toll of the Israeli aggression has risen to 68,519 martyrs and 170,382 injuries since October 7, 2023.
The ministry added in its daily report that 19 martyrs (including 4 martyrs as a result of direct targeting by the occupation and 15 martyrs recovered), and 7 injuries arrived at hospitals in the Gaza Strip during the past 48 hours.
It indicated that since the ceasefire (October 11, 2025) the following have been recorded:
Total martyrs: 93
Total injuries: 324
Total recoveries (retrievals): 464
It explained that 220 martyrs were added to the cumulative martyr statistics, whose data were completed and approved by the judicial committee following up on the notifications and missing persons from 17/10/2025 to 24/10/2025.
It confirmed that 64 bodies have been identified so far out of 195 bodies of those released and received from the occupation.
Al-Qahera Channel: An Organized Egyptian Plan Ensures the Continued Flow of Aid to the Gaza Strip
“Al-Qahera Al-Ikhbariya” channel revealed today, Saturday, October 25, 2025, an organized Egyptian plan that ensures the continued flow of aid to the Gaza Strip in a safe and rapid manner.
The channel explained that the Egyptian government established an integrated network of logistics centers to facilitate the reception, storage, and packaging of humanitarian aid before directing it into the Gaza Strip.
It pointed out that the Egyptian government manages 7 main logistics centers to load aid trucks and direct them to the Gaza Strip.
Injuries in Occupation Strikes in Central and Southern Gaza Strip
A number of citizens were wounded today, Saturday, in strikes by the Israeli occupation forces in central and southern Gaza Strip.
Medical sources reported that a number of citizens were injured in an occupation strike on a civilian vehicle of the Abu Taima family in Bani Suhaila town east of Khan Younis.
The same sources added that a citizen was wounded as a result of occupation forces firing at citizens’ homes east of Al-Bureij camp.
Occupation artillery fire continues east of Deir al-Balah, and operations to demolish residential buildings are ongoing east of Khan Younis.
U.S. Visits — Washington Obstructs Israel’s Move on Returning Remains from Gaza
The Israeli public broadcaster reported that Washington is preventing Tel Aviv from taking “punitive steps” in response to stopping the return of the remains of other captives from the Gaza Strip, expecting Hamas to release a new batch of remains today, Saturday.
This comes while Hamas has handed over 16 bodies of captives since the prisoner exchange deal and the ceasefire agreement came into effect on October 10, most of them Israelis, out of 28.
Hamas confirmed on multiple occasions that it seeks to “close the file” and that it needs time, advanced equipment, and heavy machinery to extract the remaining bodies.
The broadcaster quoted unnamed informed sources as saying: “The United States prevents Israel from imposing sanctions or taking any measures at this stage in response to not returning the deceased abductees,” without official Israeli comment on that.
Farmers Injured after Settlers Spray Pepper Spray at Them in Kafr Malik East of Ramallah
A number of farmers were injured today, Saturday, with cases of suffocation and burns after being sprayed with pepper spray by settlers in Kafr Malik east of Ramallah.
Local activist Jihad Al-Qaq said settlers attacked the farmers along with foreign solidarity activists and a delegation from the Wall and Settlement Resistance Commission in the “Al-Manatir” area to the east, prevented them from reaching their lands, and sprayed the farmers with pepper spray, causing cases of suffocation and burns.
Al-Qaq noted that hand-to-hand clashes erupted between settlers and the farmers and delegations who tried to resist the repeated attacks.
Settlers attacked farmers and foreign solidarity activists in Kafr Malik yesterday, Friday, preventing them from reaching their lands.
According to the Wall and Settlement Resistance Commission, its teams recorded a total of 158 attacks against olive pickers since the start of the current season, of which the occupation army carried out 17 attacks and settlers carried out 141.
Government Approves Implementation of Three New Operational Projects in the Gaza Strip
Palestinian Labor Minister Einas Al-Atari confirmed today, Saturday, October 25, 2025, that the Palestinian Cabinet approved the implementation of three new operational projects in the southern governorates (the Gaza Strip).
Minister Al-Atari explained in a statement published by the ministry that the projects are funded by international partners, with a total value approaching 3.1 million dollars and euros, targeting about 1,082 beneficiaries from graduates and skilled and unskilled workers in the health, education, infrastructure, and private sectors, as part of government efforts to strengthen citizens’ steadfastness by providing employment opportunities and supporting the Palestinian economy to achieve sustainable development.
According to the ministry, the projects are distributed as follows:
Project to facilitate decent job opportunities in the Gaza Strip, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), valued at $673,430, targeting 240 beneficiaries until June 2026. “Paths to Employment in Palestine” project, funded by the Belgian Development Agency (Enabel), valued at €1,064,201, benefiting 442 young men and women in education, healthcare, and infrastructure until March 2026. Business Recovery Initiative project, funded by the International Labour Organization (ILO), valued at $1,342,762, targeting 400 beneficiaries including graduates and women entrepreneurs, and aims to support 60 small projects until June 2026.These projects aim to stimulate the labor market in the Gaza Strip and strengthen the resilience of the national economy by providing temporary and sustainable employment opportunities that take into account the difficult economic conditions, and contribute to empowering youth, women, and graduates to improve their living conditions.
UNRWA: Winter Stockpiles in Our Warehouses in Jordan and Egypt Are Prohibited from Entering Gaza
The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) said today, Saturday, that shelter materials and winter supplies designated for displaced people in Gaza are present in its warehouses in Jordan and Egypt but are banned from entering the Strip.
The agency stated on the X platform that “with winter approaching in Gaza, people’s need for shelter and warmth increases.”
It pointed out the “existence of shelter materials and winter supplies for displaced families in UNRWA warehouses in Jordan and Egypt,” but that they are “prohibited from entering” the besieged Strip.
It stressed the need to resume allowing UNRWA to deliver humanitarian assistance inside the Strip, especially with the start of the first phase of the ceasefire agreement in Gaza on October 10.
Israeli Army Detains 9 Palestinians in the West Bank
The Israeli army arrested at least 9 Palestinians early Saturday during raids in various areas of the occupied West Bank.
Occupation forces stormed Hebron city south of the West Bank and arrested youth Bilal Al-Qawasmi after raiding his home in the Salam Street area west of the city.
They also stormed Al-Burj village south of Hebron and raided the home of Atiya Suleiman Al-Talhahma, ransacking its contents, according to the same sources.
In Kufin town north of Tulkarm, the army arrested citizens Muhammad Ashraf Ajouli and Muhammad Wasfi Harsha after raiding their homes.
They also arrested youth Ma’zouz Jaroun following a raid on his home during the raid on Shweika suburb north of Tulkarm, according to local sources.
The West Bank towns, villages, and camps are subjected to daily Israeli raids, which include house searches, field investigations, and arrests.
In this context, Israeli forces arrested three Palestinians from Deir Ballut town west of Salfit (north) after storming their homes and searching them.
The agency clarified that “occupation forces stormed the town, raided a number of houses, and ransacked their contents before arresting: Muhammad Falah Musa, Qais Adel Abdullah, and Ibrahim Ramzi Mustafa.”
In Anza town south of Jenin (north), the army arrested youth Muhammad Ahed Sidqa after raiding the town at dawn and raiding his home.
In Al-Bireh city in the central West Bank, occupation forces arrested citizen Ammar Khudairi after raiding his home in the Al-Balou’ area in central Al-Bireh, according to sources.
Palestine Signs the UN Convention on Cybercrime
The State of Palestine today, Saturday, signed the United Nations Convention on Cybercrime during the official ceremony hosted by the Vietnamese capital Hanoi, in the presence of the President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Nguyen Xuan Phuc, the UN Secretary-General António Guterres, and many heads of delegations and representatives of states and international organizations.
Riyad Mansour, Palestine’s Permanent Observer to the UN, signed on behalf of the State of Palestine by authorization from President Mahmoud Abbas, as a confirmation of Palestine’s deep commitment to supporting international efforts to build a safe and humane digital space.
Palestine’s Ambassador to the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Saadi Al-Tamimi, expressed Palestine’s pride in participating in this prominent UN event, praising Vietnam’s effective role in hosting and organizing this important international conference, which is a pioneering step towards enhancing international cooperation to combat cybercrime and preserve human dignity in the digital space.
Ambassador Al-Tamimi affirmed that the Hanoi Convention represents “a new UN charter to consolidate the values of justice, responsibility, and joint cooperation in our digital world,” stressing that the State of Palestine will continue to support all international initiatives aimed at protecting people, enhancing security, peace, and development in the digital age.
Man Killed and Wife Injured in Ein Arik West of Ramallah
The Public Prosecution and police began legal procedures this morning, Saturday, regarding the killing of a 56-year-old man in Ein Arik west of Ramallah and the wounding of his wife with injuries described as serious.
Police spokesperson Major General Louay Irziqat confirmed that the suspect was arrested, and the Public Prosecution ordered the transfer of the body to the Institute of Forensic Medicine to perform an autopsy to determine the cause of death and complete the necessary legal procedures.
UNICEF Warns of Losing an Entire Generation with the Collapse of the Education Sector in Gaza
The Regional Director of UNICEF for the Middle East and North Africa, Edouard Beigbeder, warned of the risk of losing an entire generation in the besieged and devastated Gaza Strip, where the education system is witnessing a state of “collapse” after two years of war.
Beigbeder said in a press statement after his return from the Strip: “This is the third year without schools,” adding, “If we do not start a real transition for all children in February, we will reach a fourth year, and then we can talk about a lost generation.”
He noted that with the recent ceasefire on October 10, UNICEF and its education partners in the Strip managed to “restore about one-sixth of the number of children who should be in schools to temporary education places.”
But he was speaking about learning, not education, noting that “85% of schools were destroyed or rendered unusable,” while many of the remaining schools are used as shelters for the displaced.
Children and teachers also face continuous mobility difficulties due to displacement and military operations, while most teachers are busy securing food and water for their families.
Beigbeder asked, “How can classrooms be rehabilitated without cement? We also need notebooks, books, and basic stationery.”
He added that “food is a matter of survival, while education is hope.”
Douma: The Occupation Continues to Prevent the Olive Harvest in the Village amid Ongoing Attacks
Suleiman Dawabsheh, head of Douma village council south of Nablus, said the occupation forces continue to prevent citizens and farmers from reaching their lands to pick olives, especially in areas that require prior coordination.
Dawabsheh explained today, Saturday, that settlers’ attacks on the town’s lands and farmers continue, ranging from stealing olives, sabotaging farms, stealing zinc sheets, cutting trees, grazing sheep on citizens’ lands, breaking water meters, and damaging pipelines.
Arrest of 3 Fishermen off the Coast of Gaza City
The occupation navy arrested three fishermen this morning, Saturday, October 25, 2025, while they were working in the sea off Gaza City.
Local sources confirmed that the Israeli navy arrested three fishermen while they were working in the Gaza sea after destroying all their equipment.
Newspaper Reports Details of What Is Happening in Cairo Regarding the Gaza Strip
The newspaper “Asharq Al-Awsat” reported today, Saturday, October 25, 2025, that the meeting between the Fatah and Hamas movements in Cairo opened the door wide to questions about the possibility of “agreements” regarding managing the next phase in the Gaza Strip, especially in light of the clauses of the ceasefire agreement.
That agreement which Egypt seeks to push forward and implement its second phase relating to local and international security arrangements, as well as administrative matters and disarmament.
A Palestinian informed source told the paper that the meeting between delegations of Fatah and Hamas in Cairo on Thursday, sponsored by the Egyptian intelligence, was “positive,” and witnessed “convergence of views, particularly on managing the sector and handing over authority duties,” noting that Deputy Palestinian President Hussein Al-Sheikh, who participated in the meeting, will return to President Mahmoud Abbas to formulate a position before a broad factions dialogue in a few days in Cairo, and that “understandings between the two movements will push for its success.”
The “Cairo Al-Ikhbariya” channel had indicated yesterday the occurrence of a meeting between delegations of Hamas and Fatah to discuss arrangements after the end of the war in Gaza.
No details were issued by the two movements about the outcomes of the bilateral meeting, which came amid numerous meetings held by the head of Egyptian intelligence, Major General Hassan Rashad, with a number of Palestinian factions.
According to a Friday final statement issued by a meeting of a number of Palestinian factions in Cairo, they “discussed developments of the Palestinian cause and the second phase of President Trump’s plan to stop the war on the Gaza Strip (including local and international security arrangements and administrative matters), within the framework of paving the way for holding a comprehensive national dialogue to protect the national project and restore national unity.”
Settlers Set Fire to Three Vehicles during Their Attack on Al-Mughayyir
Settlers attacked at night the village of Al-Mughayyir northeast of Ramallah and set fire to three vehicles.
Amin Abu Aliya, head of Al-Mughayyir village council, said settlers attacked the western area of the village and set fire to three vehicles before unarmed citizens confronted them and forced them to withdraw.
He added that occupation forces stormed the village following the settlers’ attack and no injuries were recorded among citizens.
Earlier, settlers attacked citizens’ vehicles with stones near Marj Sayya area between Al-Mughayyir and Abu Falah villages.
Seven Injured Children from Gaza Arrive in Switzerland for Treatment
Seven injured children from the Gaza Strip arrived in Swiss territory last night, accompanied by twenty-seven of their relatives, to receive medical care in Swiss hospitals, as part of a humanitarian operation organized by the Swiss federal government in cooperation with the World Health Organization and Doctors Without Borders.
The Swiss Ministry of Defence and Civil Protection and Sport stated in an official statement that the children suffer serious war-related injuries and were first transported to Jordan for first aid, then flown to Switzerland via Swiss Air Force and Swiss Air Rescue “REGA” aircraft.
The statement explained that the children and their family members will be distributed across several Swiss regions and will receive medical care in specialized university and cantonal hospitals according to each case’s needs.
The Swiss government confirmed that these children will also undergo procedures guaranteeing them temporary residence and legal protection during the treatment and rehabilitation period.
International Relief Organizations Warn of the Danger of War Remnants in Gaza
International relief organizations warned today, Saturday, October 25, 2025, of the danger of war remnants in the Gaza Strip, which may persist between 20 and 30 years.
A munitions disposal expert at “Humanity and Inclusion,” Nick Orr, described Gaza as “a terrifying minefield without a clear map.”
He added that his seven-expert team will begin next week surveying vital infrastructure sites, such as hospitals and bakeries, to determine locations of dangerous ordnance.
Gaza: A Girl Martyred and Others Injured as a Building Collapses in Al-Sabra Neighborhood
The Civil Defense in Gaza announced the martyrdom of a girl and the injury of others this evening, Saturday, October 25, 2025, due to the collapse of a building in the Al-Sabra neighborhood in the south of the city.
According to the statement, a nine-year-old girl was martyred, in addition to three other citizens wounded, after a building of the Al-Balawawi family collapsed on its residents in Al-Sabra neighborhood near Al-Istijaba Mosque, south of Gaza City.
Destroyed or damaged buildings due to occupation bombardment pose a great danger to citizens who are seeking shelter amid the large-scale destruction of infrastructure and residential buildings in the Strip.
Katz: 60% of Hamas Tunnels Still Exist and This Is What I Ordered the Army to Work On
Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz said Saturday evening that 60% of Hamas tunnels in Gaza still exist, noting that “our strategic goal is to destroy the tunnels and disarm Hamas.”
He instructed the army to consider destroying Hamas tunnels a central mission in the areas of the “yellow line” under its control.
KAN: A Senior Israeli Delegation Visited Cairo to Hold Meetings with Mediators
KAN channel revealed Saturday evening that a senior Israeli delegation visited Cairo within the past 24 hours and held a meeting with representatives of the mediators, carrying a clear demand from Hamas that the bodies of Israelis held in Gaza be returned without delay.
The channel added that Israel sought to set a deadline in coordination with the United States to begin escalating pressure on Hamas, but Washington used its veto and halted the step, noting that the U.S. administration believes that no progress can be made in the “Trump plan” at this stage.
The channel quoted senior Israeli officials as saying that the Americans fear taking any steps that could harm the American plan, even though it remains incomplete, confirming that the U.S. exerts great effort to keep it on track.
Egyptian Teams and Equipment Enter Gaza to Participate in This Task
Channel 12 reported Saturday evening, quoting Israeli sources, that Egyptian teams and equipment will enter the Gaza Strip tonight to participate in searching for Israeli remains, after the approval of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
KAN channel said: “In response to American pressure, Egyptian equipment and teams will enter Gaza tonight to search for the bodies of Israeli captives in Gaza.”
Rubio: We Are Receiving Proposals on Forming an International Force in Gaza
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Saturday evening that U.S. officials are receiving proposals regarding obtaining a possible UN resolution or international agreement to grant a mandate to a multinational force in Gaza, noting that this matter will be discussed in Qatar tomorrow, Sunday.
Rubio told reporters while flying between Israel and Qatar en route to Asia: “Many countries have expressed interest in participating at some level, whether financially, humanly, or both… This will require (a UN decision or an international agreement) because their domestic laws require that.”
He continued, “So, we have a whole team working to draft this blueprint.”
October 26
Drone strikes on the town of Abasan Al-Jadida east of Khan Younis
On Sunday morning, drones launched bombs on the town of Abasan Al-Jadida, located east of Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, marking a new escalation in Israeli military actions on the eastern areas of the Strip.
UNICEF warns: Three years of interrupted education in Gaza risk losing an entire generation
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) warned that the ongoing interruption of education in the Gaza Strip over the past three years threatens to double the negative impact on children and puts an entire generation at risk of educational and social loss.
The organization noted that the suspension of schooling has greatly affected students’ academic achievement and their psychological and social development, stressing the urgent need to reopen schools and provide the necessary support to ensure the continuity of education and protect the future of the coming generations in the Strip.
Mayor of Gaza: Lack of equipment hinders municipal work and limits water projects
The Mayor of Gaza, Yahya Al-Sarraj, confirmed that the failure to bring machinery into the Strip so far has hindered the work of municipalities and limited their ability to carry out vital projects.
Al-Sarraj pointed out that municipalities currently need around 250 vehicles to boost their operations, in addition to 1,000 tons of cement for constructing wells and maintaining Gaza’s water network.
He noted that the infrastructure of municipalities and health facilities inside the Strip is insufficient and that current work is limited and partial according to the available resources. He added that once the necessary equipment enters, municipalities will begin working around the clock to meet citizens’ needs.
Hamas announces readiness to hand over Gaza’s administration
Hamas announced, through the head of the movement in the Gaza Strip, Khalil Al-Hayya, its readiness to hand over the full administration of the Gaza Strip to the administrative committee, affirming that it has no objection to any resident national figure assuming administrative duties.
In the context of strengthening the ceasefire, the movement confirmed its acceptance of UN forces as border-separating and monitoring troops, while also noting that Israel continues to obstruct the entry of some essential materials into the Strip.
Al-Hayya clarified that the movement’s weapons are tied to the existence of the occupation and will be transferred to the state once the occupation ends.
Intense Israeli bombardment on Gaza: naval vessels and armored vehicles open fire
Israeli naval vessels opened fire on fishermen’s boats off the coast of Gaza City, while the eastern areas of Khan Younis in the southern Strip witnessed heavy artillery shelling by Israeli forces.
These violations come within the framework of Israeli military escalation in various areas of the Gaza Strip, further increasing tension along the coastal and eastern borders of the enclave.
Islamic Jihad responds to Israeli claims about its members in Nuseirat
The Islamic Jihad Movement in Palestine said on Sunday, October 26, 2025, that the Israeli army’s claim that members of Al-Quds Brigades in Nuseirat were preparing for an imminent operation is a false allegation intended to justify its aggression and breach of the ceasefire.
In a statement received by Sawa, the movement held Israel responsible for this violation and called on mediators to fulfill their commitments to uphold the ceasefire and compel the Israeli army to stop such attacks, which provoke retaliatory responses.
Hamad: Thousands of families in Gaza are homeless, and we warn of disease outbreaks
The Minister of Social Development and Relief, Samah Hamad, said on Sunday, October 26, 2025, that thousands of families in the Gaza Strip are homeless after their tents burned or were damaged due to repeated displacement.
Hamad told Voice of Palestine Radio, followed by Sawa: “The humanitarian catastrophe in the Gaza Strip has worsened with the continued closure of the Rafah crossing and Kerem Shalom checkpoint and the prevention of food, humanitarian supplies, and shelter materials from entering.”
She explained that 90% of Gaza’s population lacks access to safe drinking water, noting that only 14 hospitals are partially operating out of 36.
Hamad warned of the risk of epidemics and the shortage of food and essential supplements for children, pregnant women, the elderly, and those in need of humanitarian assistance, confirming that about half a million children in Gaza urgently need nutrition support.
Israeli army transfers construction waste from Gaza envelope into the Strip
The newspaper Haaretz reported that the Israeli army has moved large quantities of garbage and construction waste from the Gaza envelope areas into the Strip.
The paper explained that the army designated areas several hundred meters deep inside Gaza for dumping the waste collected from sites established by Israel around the enclave—raising local concerns about the environmental and health impact of such practices.
Civil Defense warns: Destroyed buildings threaten thousands of lives in Gaza, urgent need for heavy equipment
The Civil Defense in Gaza warned that destroyed and unstable buildings pose a real threat to thousands of residents’ lives, pointing to the grave risk to civilians.
It confirmed the urgent need to bring heavy machinery into the Strip to remove the massive amount of rubble and accelerate rescue and repair operations, ensuring residents’ safety and preventing further loss of life.
Israel threatens Hamas with military action if it does not return bodies of its dead
Israeli Security Cabinet member Zeev Elkin renewed his threat to Hamas over the bodies of Israeli soldiers in Gaza, saying he expects the movement to return more of the bodies.
Elkin added that failure to do so could prompt military action, implying the possibility of escalating operations if Hamas does not comply with Israel’s demands.
President issues constitutional declaration assigning PLO deputy to act as interim president
President Mahmoud Abbas issued a constitutional declaration stating that if the position of the President of the Palestinian Authority becomes vacant in the absence of a legislative council, the Deputy Chairman of the Executive Committee of the Palestine Liberation Organization—also the Deputy President of the State of Palestine—shall assume the role of Acting President for no more than 90 days, during which free and direct elections will be held to choose a new president, in accordance with the Palestinian Election Law.
If elections cannot be held within that period due to force majeure, the Palestinian Central Council may extend it once only.
The new declaration annuls Constitutional Decree No. (1) of 2024 in the interest of national unity and stability.
Abbas stated that the decision stems from “faith and awareness of this critical phase in our national history, and a sense of responsibility to protect the political system, safeguard the homeland, ensure institutional continuity, and uphold the dignity, freedoms, and equality of all citizens.”
Kan: Hamas and the PA agree on Amjad Al-Shawa to head Gaza administration
The Israeli Channel Kan revealed on Sunday evening that Amjad Al-Shawa, head of the Palestinian NGO Network in Gaza, is the agreed-upon nominee to lead the technocratic committee that will manage Gaza’s affairs in the next stage.
According to Kan, Hamas and the Palestinian Authority approved his nomination during a meeting in Cairo with Egyptian intelligence, pending U.S. approval.
The channel described Al-Shawa as a “comfortable” figure for Hamas, maintaining balanced relations with the movement for years without confronting or criticizing it publicly.
Israeli government: We will retain full security control over Gaza
The Israeli government announced on Sunday evening its approval for an Egyptian technical team to enter Gaza to participate in searching for the remains of Israeli hostages.
A government spokesperson said Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu approved the team’s entry, confirming at the same time that Israel will maintain full security control over the Strip.
He added that Israeli authorities also allowed the Egyptian team and Red Cross personnel to cross the “yellow line” inside Gaza to facilitate fieldwork in searching for remains in affected areas.
Martyr in Hebron and youth injured by Israeli fire in Al-Ram
The Palestinian Ministry of Health announced Sunday evening that a young man was killed by Israeli forces at the “Meitar” checkpoint near Al-Dhahiriya, south of Hebron.
Security sources told the official news agency that Israeli forces opened fire on a man in his twenties, killing him instantly.
The Ministry confirmed the martyrdom of Mohammed Bassam Tayaha Shaour (20) by Israeli gunfire near Al-Dhahiriya.
Red Crescent teams transferred his body to Dura Governmental Hospital.
213 patients leave Gaza for treatment abroad
The Palestinian news agency reported that 213 patients and their companions left the Gaza Strip on Sunday through the Kerem Shalom crossing to receive treatment abroad.
According to the report, the Palestinian Red Crescent participated in evacuating the patients to Jordan and several European countries as part of ongoing medical evacuation operations conducted by the World Health Organization.
Red Crescent teams provided medical care and psychological support to the patients before departure and accompanied them in ambulances to ensure their safety and stability during transport.
President Abbas receives official invitation from Sisi
The Palestinian news agency announced that President Mahmoud Abbas received an official invitation from Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi on Sunday to attend the inauguration of the Egyptian Museum.
The Egyptian ambassador to Palestine, Ihab Suleiman, delivered the invitation at the presidential headquarters in Ramallah.
President Abbas welcomed the invitation, affirming his commitment to attend and expressing appreciation to President Sisi and the Egyptian people for their significant efforts in achieving the Gaza ceasefire, halting the aggression, preventing displacement, and supporting the steadfastness of the Palestinian people.
Details of Egyptian-Palestinian talks regarding Gaza
Palestinian Vice President Hussein Al-Sheikh held a phone call on Sunday with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel Aaty to discuss developments on the Palestinian scene and efforts for reconstruction and development in Gaza.
The two sides discussed preparations for the upcoming Early Recovery and Reconstruction Conference for Gaza and stressed the importance of securing international support to meet Palestinians’ needs.
They also discussed ongoing efforts to achieve Palestinian national reconciliation and unity to strengthen the national position at this critical stage.
The conversation touched on institutional reforms within the Palestinian Authority and the new constitutional declaration issued by President Mahmoud Abbas as a step to organize the next phase and activate state institutions.
Minister Abdel Aaty affirmed Egypt’s continued support for the Palestinian Authority’s efforts to achieve national unity and reconstruction in Gaza, contributing to stability, security, and the realization of the Palestinian people’s aspirations for an independent state on the June 4, 1967 borders with East Jerusalem as its capital.
Hebron: Settlers cut down 80 olive trees in Wadi Sa’ir
On Sunday, October 26, 2025, settlers cut down more than 80 ancient olive trees in the town of Sa’ir, northeast of Hebron.
Local sources told the official news agency that armed groups from the “Asfar” and “Kudovim” settlements carried out the act using electric saws in the “Wadi Sa’ir” area, completely destroying the trees owned by several local farmers.
The same settlers had previously cut down more than 200 olive trees and over 100 almond trees earlier this month in the same area, as part of ongoing attacks aimed at displacing residents from their lands for settlement expansion.
Israeli army withdraws from areas where Hamas searches for captives’ bodies
The Israeli Channel Kan reported on Sunday evening that the Israeli army withdrew within the past 24 hours from several areas inside the Gaza Strip. Israeli sources said the move was to avoid clashes with Hamas and Red Cross teams conducting field searches for captives’ bodies.
According to Kan, Israel permitted Hamas to enter those areas to carry out searches, even though they were previously under direct Israeli military control.
The channel added that this development comes under pressure from regional mediators and U.S. President Donald Trump’s envoys, as part of what it described as efforts to advance the “second phase” of Trump’s initiative concerning humanitarian issues and restoring calm to the Strip.
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