Yemen: Israel Launches Fiercest Raids on Several Targets in the Capital, Sana'a
تاريخ النشر: 6th, May 2025 GMT
Israel launched a series of airstrikes on the Yemeni capital, Sana'a, hitting around ten sites, according to Hebrew media reports.
According to media outlets affiliated with the Houthi group, the strikes targeted the central Dhahban power station in Bani Al-Harith in Sana'a, the passenger terminal, civilian aircraft, and service facilities at Sana'a International Airport.
Activists documented thick smoke rising from multiple locations across the capital. Footage also showed damage to aircraft at Sana'a International Airport, and smoke continued to billow for an extended period.
Israeli media reported that the airstrikes rendered Sana'a Airport inoperable, with warnings that further attacks could follow.
This marks the second time Israel has carried out air raids on Sana'a. The strikes came less than 24 hours after similar attacks on the coastal Hodeida governorate in western Yemen, which resulted in the destruction of a vital factory.
The Israeli response escalated after the Houthi group launched an attack on Ben Gurion Airport, in what was described as the largest offensive the airport has faced in recent times.
Authorities in Sana'a reported no human casualties from the latest round of strikes.
These locations had previously been targeted by airstrikes from the Saudi-led coalition, followed by American, British, and now Israeli forces.
The Israeli raids appear to focus on critical infrastructure, particularly cement factories, which Israel believes are used by the Houthis to produce concrete blocks and military fortifications.
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Occupation Gives 22 Families Deadline to Evacuate Homes for Land Seizure in Sur Baher
Israeli occupation authorities have given 22 families a deadline until July 7, 2025, to evacuate their homes in the Um Tuba neighborhood of Sur Baher, south of occupied Jerusalem, in order to seize their land.
The Jerusalem Governorate stated that the occupation had notified the 22 families to evacuate their homes in the Mashahid neighborhood of Um Tuba, located near the "Har Homa" settlement, which was built on citizens' land in Jabal Abu Ghneim, in preparation for land confiscation.
In turn, Jerusalemite and one of the affected residents, Yusuf Abu Teir, stated that the Israeli court has given him and 21 other families, totaling approximately 180 Jerusalemites, until July 7 to vacate their homes.
Abu Teir emphasized that he and the affected families refuse this unjust decision, stressing that they will not leave their land or the land of their ancestors.
Albanese: Israel is Responsible for One of the Worst Genocide Crimes in Modern History
UN Special Rapporteur on Palestine, Francesca Albanese, compared Israel's actions in the occupied Palestinian territories to the horrors of "Judgment Day," holding it responsible for "one of the worst genocide crimes in modern history."
Albanese presented her report titled "From the Economy of Occupation to the Economy of Genocide," which addresses the economic factors behind the genocide Israel has been committing against the Palestinians for 22 months, during a session of the United Nations Human Rights Council on Thursday.
The UN rapporteur described the situation in the occupied Palestinian territories as resembling "Judgment Day."
She added: "Israel is responsible for one of the worst genocide crimes in modern history."
Albanese pointed out that the report reveals the economic conditions enabling Israel to forcibly displace Palestinians through destruction, isolation, and surveillance.
In this context, Albanese stated that the so-called "Gaza Humanitarian Foundation" is nothing but a "death trap" designed to either kill or force starving residents to flee.
She explained that Gaza's residents continue to endure unimaginable suffering, with over 200,000 Palestinians either killed or injured, according to official numbers.
Albanese also noted that Palestinians in the occupied West Bank are facing the "largest forced displacement" since 1967.
She continued: "While armed settlers create chaos, and 900 checkpoints and other obstacles strangle daily life, nearly 1,000 people have been killed, 10,000 injured, 10,000 arrested, and many have been tortured."
Albanese highlighted that during all of this, the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange had risen by 213% based on the dollar since October 2023, with a total increase of $125.7 billion.
She clarified that Israel has exploited the genocide as an opportunity to test new weapons, surveillance technologies, and military techniques, such as drones.
She further noted that "Elbit Systems" won an innovation award from the Israeli Ministry of Defense, while "Lockheed Martin" and a global network of 1,650 other companies benefited from Israel's use of fighter jets, including the F-35s, in "beast mode" for the first time, carrying up to 22,000 kg of munitions—four times the usual capacity when operating in stealth mode.
Albanese emphasized that many arms companies have made record profits by arming Israel, stressing that every country bears responsibility to completely disengage from the "economy of occupation, which has turned into an economy of genocide," and end their relationship with it.
Details of Meeting Between Sheikh and European Delegation to Discuss Ceasefire in Gaza
On Thursday, July 3, 2025, Hussein Sheikh, Vice President of the State of Palestine and Vice President of the Executive Committee of the Palestine Liberation Organization, held a meeting with a European delegation to discuss international efforts to stop the ongoing aggression against the Gaza Strip, the humanitarian disaster resulting from it, and the escalating attacks by Israeli settlers and occupation forces in the West Bank, including occupied Jerusalem.
The delegation included Sigurd Halling, Head of Mission at the Danish Representation in Palestine, Christina Kinch, Head of the Political Section at the Danish Representation, Rafiq Lasil Sundström, Head of the Political Section at the Swedish Embassy, and Eva Alarcon, Head of Development Cooperation at the Finnish Embassy. Ahmad Abu Holi, member of the Executive Committee of the Palestine Liberation Organization and Head of the Department of Refugee Affairs, also attended the meeting.
During the meeting, Sheikh emphasized that the top priority is an immediate ceasefire in the ongoing genocide against Gaza and an end to the crimes of settlers against the Palestinian people in the West Bank, including occupied Jerusalem. He called on the international community to bear responsibility for the continuous aggression against the Palestinian people. He also urged European countries that have not recognized the State of Palestine to do so, as a means of safeguarding the two-state solution.
Sheikh stressed the necessity of providing urgent and effective relief for those affected in Gaza and facilitating the timely entry of humanitarian aid to meet the basic needs of civilians amidst the ongoing catastrophe. He further emphasized the importance of supporting the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) in its role under the current difficult circumstances, which have led to one of the largest processes of displacement and forced migration the Palestinian people have ever faced.
5 Martyrs in Israeli Airstrike on Deir al-Balah City in Central Gaza Strip
Five Palestinians were martyred, and others were injured, on Thursday evening, July 3, 2025, following an Israeli airstrike on Deir al-Balah city in the central Gaza Strip.
Local sources confirmed that four individuals were martyred, and several others sustained injuries when an Israeli drone targeted a civilian vehicle near the 17th Square, west of Deir al-Balah.
Additionally, one more Palestinian was martyred, and others were injured due to artillery shelling by Israeli forces targeting the eastern part of the city.
Palestinian TV Reporter Islam Al-Zanoun Injured by Israeli Gunfire in Gaza
Palestinian TV reporter Islam Al-Zanoun was injured by Israeli gunfire on Thursday, July 3, 2025, while covering events in Gaza City.
The Palestinian Broadcasting Corporation (PBC) reported that an Israeli drone fired directly at the journalist, resulting in a shoulder injury.
Anadolu: Hamas Moving Toward Approving the Qatari-Egyptian Proposal for Prisoner Exchange and Ceasefire
Informed Palestinian sources stated on Thursday, July 3, 2025, that Hamas is leaning towards approving the Qatari-Egyptian proposal for a prisoner exchange and ceasefire. However, the movement has not yet made a final decision and is currently in consultations with various Palestinian factions and groups before submitting its official response to the mediators.
The sources, speaking to Anadolu Agency on condition of anonymity, revealed that the United States, Egypt, and Qatar have provided "extensive guarantees" for the implementation of the agreement, though the specifics were not clarified. They also mentioned that Turkey could be among the countries guaranteeing the deal.
The sources added that discussions are still ongoing regarding several technical details, including "mechanisms for the delivery of humanitarian aid, withdrawal maps, and post-ceasefire arrangements for the 60-day period," in case this duration proves insufficient to reach a comprehensive and final agreement, along with other details.
According to the sources, Hamas is expected to submit its official response within the next two days at the latest.
On Wednesday, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar announced what he described as "positive indicators" regarding the possibility of reaching a prisoner exchange and ceasefire deal in Gaza.
Hamas, in a statement, confirmed that it is holding consultations on the proposals received from the mediators, aimed at reaching an agreement to end the war, ensure Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, and provide relief to Palestinians.
Hamas has repeatedly expressed its willingness to release Israeli prisoners "all at once" in exchange for ending the genocide and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza.
However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is wanted by international justice, continues to set new conditions and only seeks partial deals that would ensure the continuation of the war.
Health Ministry Releases Latest Death Toll in Gaza
The Ministry of Health in Gaza published on Thursday, July 3, 2025, the latest statistics on the number of martyrs and injuries resulting from the Israeli aggression on the Gaza Strip.
In its daily report, the Ministry confirmed that the toll from the Israeli assault has risen to 57,130 martyrs and 135,173 injuries since October 7, 2023.
The Ministry noted that during the past 24 hours, 12 martyrs, including those from among the aid recipients, were brought to the hospitals, along with more than 49 injuries. The total number of martyrs due to hunger and deprivation who have reached the hospitals stands at 652, with over 4,537 injuries.
Israeli Reports: Israel Ready for First Time to Enter Ceasefire Talks in Gaza
Israeli media outlets reported on Thursday, July 3, 2025, that Israel is intensifying efforts to reach an agreement for a ceasefire and the release of hostages ahead of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to Washington next week.
Channel 12 News, quoting sources familiar with the talks, stated that Israel is now, for the first time, prepared to engage in discussions on a comprehensive framework for a ceasefire and the release of hostages in Gaza, which would lead to the release of all 50 remaining hostages held by Hamas.
The report added that even if Hamas agrees in principle to this framework, the process is likely to take some time. If a basic commitment from Hamas is reached, negotiations would then need to take place in Doha or Cairo to discuss the release of Palestinian security prisoners in exchange for hostages, the Israeli military’s withdrawal from Gaza, and the entry of humanitarian aid – talks expected to last at least a week.
At the same time, broader talks are being led primarily by Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer, U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, and Qatari officials, to determine Israel's willingness to end the war and whether Hamas is ready to accept the terms offered by Israel. Without Hamas’s acceptance, the chances of reaching an agreement remain slim, despite growing optimism, according to the report.
Netanyahu stated that Israel's dual goals of defeating Hamas and freeing the hostages are still achievable. During his visit to the Eilat-Ashkelon pipeline company in Ashkelon, he said, "I tell you, there will be no Hamas. There will not be two Hamas. We won’t return to that. It’s over. We will free all our hostages."
He added that any suggestion that these two objectives are contradictory is "nonsense," and emphasized: "Both goals work together. We will achieve them together, contrary to what they say. We will eliminate them completely."
In another report, Channel 12 mentioned that Netanyahu intends to ask U.S. President Donald Trump, during their scheduled meeting on Monday, to pressure Qatar to threaten Hamas leaders with expulsion if they do not make progress on a deal or show flexibility in their fundamental positions.
Reports indicated that during recent high-level discussions, the issue of "preferential treatment" for Hamas leaders abroad was raised again. Israeli officials believe targeted sanctions against Hamas leaders, especially one prominent leader residing abroad – whose name was not disclosed – and hosted by countries like Qatar or Turkey, are essential to push Hamas toward finalizing the deal, despite Israel’s complex relationships with these countries.
Security officials involved in the talks stated: "Hamas leaders travel freely around the world and feel no pressure – and that’s why they are in no rush to finalize a deal."
Earlier on Wednesday, Hamas stated that it is open to a ceasefire with Israel but did not accept the proposal announced by Trump the previous day, which claimed that Israel had agreed to "the necessary conditions for a 60-day ceasefire with Hamas," adding that during this period "we will work with all parties to end the war."
This proposal resembles previous frameworks, but negotiations have repeatedly stalled over the post-ceasefire conditions. Israel insists on its right to resume fighting, while Hamas demands a permanent ceasefire.
According to Channel Kan, both Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant have expressed support for the framework discussed in closed-door meetings, although Israel has yet to issue any official endorsement.
Israeli Officer Reveals: What We're Doing in Gaza Until a Deal is Announced
The Israeli military has intensified its operations in the Gaza Strip in recent days, at an unprecedented pace since the war began, and plans to escalate its operations in the coming days "until a deal is announced," according to a senior Israeli officer quoted by Israel's public broadcaster ("Kan 11") on Thursday.
The officer added that "there are still many areas that need to be controlled, and there is much left to do. Currently, five military teams are deployed across Gaza for this purpose." He continued, "Only sand remains 150 meters away from what used to be the town of Jabaliya."
The officer explained that "fighting is still ongoing, and there are saboteurs (his term for resistance fighters) trying to surprise our forces. These battles are happening in areas just four kilometers from the Israeli border."
Since the resumption of the war on Gaza in mid-March 2025, the Israeli military has carried out nearly 7,000 airstrikes targeting objectives in the strip, including 280 "combat tunnels." Despite nearly two years of fighting, the officer estimated that "completing the remaining tasks may take another three months."
He listed the remaining tasks, saying: "Among the remaining tasks is occupying Beit Hanoun, where only about 50% of the targets, including underground infrastructure, have been destroyed, and occupying Gaza City. There are still capabilities to make explosives, and the remaining Kassam Brigades consist of two military divisions."
The Israeli military announced on Wednesday that it was entering a new phase of the war. The fighting is now concentrated in northern Gaza, particularly in Gaza City, "which is the most important remaining stronghold of Hamas after the destruction of Khan Younis," according to the military.
Meanwhile, the Israeli Chief of Staff, Aviv Kochavi, recently stated that "the army will soon reach the lines defined for the current phase of the operation," indicating that Israel is nearing the completion of its operations in Gaza, while its security forces are already considering the next stage, in light of two possible scenarios: with or without a deal.
Earlier today, an Israeli military statement said, "The 162nd Division continues its operations in northern Gaza, aiming to eliminate militants, destroy tunnels, weapons caches, and their secret routes." The statement also mentioned that the "Nahal Brigade" had begun attacking dozens of targets in the northern Gaza Strip, including sites and weapons storage.
The statement claimed that "the 99th Division has carried out operations to identify and destroy military infrastructure, targeting a command post and several military buildings," while the 36th Division continues its activities in Khan Younis, where units from Combat Brigade 188 found "various weapons, including rifles, pistols, ammunition, and mortar shells." In Rafah, the Israeli military destroyed dozens of targets, "including tunnels and weapons caches," in parallel with ongoing defensive operations around towns in the western Negev.
Details of U.S. Plan for Prisoner and Body Exchange Over Five Phases During 60-Day Ceasefire
The New York Times revealed details of a new American plan for a ceasefire in Gaza, which includes an agreement for the release of hostages and the return of bodies in phases, in exchange for the release of Palestinian prisoners.
According to reports published by The New York Times, citing sources, the U.S. plan calls for the release of ten living hostages and the return of the bodies of 18 Israeli hostages in five phases distributed over a 60-day ceasefire period.
This new arrangement represents a significant shift from the previous "Witkoff Plan," which proposed releasing hostages in two phases within the first week of the ceasefire.
The plan also stipulates that Hamas will refrain from holding "public release ceremonies" or filming the release of hostages, a new provision aimed at avoiding the publicity scenes that occurred in previous exchange agreements.
In return, Israel will release Palestinian prisoners in the agreed-upon phases. Sources indicate that these arrangements will be facilitated and guaranteed by international mediators, particularly Qatar and Egypt, to ensure compliance with the agreement and facilitate its implementation.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Israel had agreed to a 60-day ceasefire, urging Hamas to accept the proposal, describing it as "the best possible opportunity." Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform that the United States would work with all parties to end the war during the ceasefire period and praised Qatar and Egypt for their role in mediation.
On the other hand, Hamas issued a statement confirming it was discussing the proposals presented by the mediators, stating that consultations were ongoing to formulate an agreement that guarantees a halt to the aggression, the withdrawal of forces, and the delivery of humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza.
Israeli sources told Haaretz that the American announcement followed a meeting at the White House, which included senior U.S. officials and Israeli Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer.
An Israeli source mentioned that Trump's announcement reflected a positive response from Dermer to U.S. Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, regarding the document prepared by the mediators, with Qatar being a key player in its drafting.
According to the source, the document does not provide an absolute promise to end the war immediately but includes strong guarantees in this direction. It stipulates that if a permanent agreement is not reached during the ceasefire period, mediators will continue to work to ensure negotiations continue "under certain conditions" after 60 days.
An Israeli source also noted that this format provides Hamas's external leadership with a justification to accept the proposal, given the general atmosphere suggesting that the U.S. is seriously pressuring Israel for a settlement.
However, Haaretz reported that a Qatari official said that the recent changes might satisfy Hamas's external leadership but highlighted the difficulty in convincing Hamas's leadership in Gaza to accept the current plan, as it does not include a clear commitment to end the war, despite the mediators' pledge to continue negotiations after the ceasefire ends.
Investigation: This Is the Weapon Used to Target a Café on Gaza’s Beach
The Guardian newspaper, in its investigation published on Thursday, July 3, 2025, revealed that the Israeli military used a 500-pound (approximately 230 kilograms) bomb to target a café on Gaza's beach this past Monday.
The investigation explained that the bomb, identified by experts as an "MK-82" type, is a weapon with a significant destructive capacity, generating a massive blast wave and scattering shrapnel over a wide area. This makes its use in densely populated civilian areas an indiscriminate act.
Legal experts cited by the newspaper noted that the large crater left by the explosion is evidence of the use of this type of bomb, warning that this could constitute a war crime if it is proven that the Israeli military knew there were large numbers of civilians at the site, including children, women, and the elderly.
The investigation confirmed that remnants and shrapnel of the bomb, retrieved from the rubble of "Al-Baqa Café," which was two stories high and overlooked the sea, were photographed and analyzed. They revealed that these pieces came from either an "MK-82" bomb or an Israeli-made "MBR 500," a bomb with similar capabilities.
The Israeli military told the newspaper that the attack was under review, confirming that precautions were taken before the airstrike to minimize civilian casualties.
According to medical officials and witnesses, the bombing resulted in the deaths of between 24 and 36 Palestinians and the injury of dozens more, including a filmmaker, an artist, a 35-year-old housewife, a 4-year-old child, a 14-year-old boy, and a 12-year-old girl among the injured.
International law, as outlined in the Geneva Conventions, prohibits any attack that may result in "excessive or disproportionate loss of civilian life" relative to the expected military advantage. Experts argue that the killing of such a large number of civilians could only be justified if the target had exceptional military significance.
Ministry of Interior in Gaza Issues Warning Regarding "Gaza Humanitarian Foundation"
On Thursday, July 3, 2025, the Ministry of Interior in Gaza issued a warning regarding the "Gaza Humanitarian Foundation" (GHF), an American-Israeli entity.
The ministry emphasized that it is strictly prohibited to engage with, cooperate, or offer any form of assistance or coverage to the American-based (GHF) or its local or external agents.
It stressed that legal actions will be taken against anyone found involved in collaborating with this foundation, including the imposition of the maximum penalties provided by the applicable national laws.
The Ministry called on all citizens, local leaders, families, and media outlets to remain vigilant and uphold national responsibility by rejecting these malicious attempts targeting our people from within.
Ben Gvir Reiterates Call for Full Occupation of Gaza, Halting Aid, and Encouraging Emigration
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir renewed, on Thursday, July 3, 2025, his call for the complete occupation of the Gaza Strip, halting humanitarian aid, and encouraging emigration. This comes as officials speak of "positive indicators" for the possibility of reaching a deal for a prisoner exchange and a ceasefire with the Palestinian resistance movement, Hamas.
Ben Gvir, leader of the far-right "Jewish Power" party, said in an interview with the Israeli Army Radio: "There is a desire for an agreement, and this is a grave mistake. We should not stop for a moment."
He added, "We need to achieve a complete victory, fully occupy the Gaza Strip, halt humanitarian aid, and encourage emigration, not settle for partial results."
Despite the genocide that Israel has been committing for 22 months, it has failed to achieve its stated goals of the war, particularly the recovery of prisoners and the destruction of Hamas' military capabilities.
Tel Aviv estimates that there are 50 Israeli prisoners in Gaza, 20 of whom are alive, while over 10,400 Palestinians remain in Israeli prisons, suffering from torture, starvation, and medical neglect, resulting in the death of many of them, according to Palestinian and Israeli human rights and media reports.
In another conversation with Israeli Broadcasting Authority on Thursday, Ben Gvir confirmed that he "does not intend to support the proposed prisoner exchange and ceasefire deal," describing it as "reckless."
Ben Gvir called on Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich to "join him in thwarting the potential agreement," claiming that "there is a historic opportunity to achieve a real victory in Gaza, including the collapse of Hamas and encouraging emigration from Gaza."
Three Released Prisoners Exiled to Gaza Martyred in Israeli Aggression, Including One from Jerusalem
Three released prisoners, exiled to Gaza, were martyred early today, Thursday, as a result of the ongoing Israeli aggression on the Gaza Strip.
The Jerusalem Governorate reported the martyrdom of released prisoner Bassam Abu Senina from Jerusalem, who was martyred due to an airstrike by Israeli fighter jets in one of the areas of Gaza. He was one of the Jerusalemite prisoners who were forcibly exiled to Gaza by the Israeli authorities in 2011.
The same sources added that two other released prisoners, Ayman Abu Dawood and Mahdi Shawar, both from Hebron, were also martyred in the violent Israeli bombardment targeting different areas of the Gaza Strip last night.
These three martyrs were among those released in the 2011 prisoner exchange deal after spending many years in Israeli prisons, and were forcibly exiled to Gaza as part of Israel's collective punishment and forced expulsion policies.
The Ministry of Health reported the martyrdom of 142 citizens, including three whose bodies were recovered, as well as 487 others injured in the past 24 hours. This brings the total number of martyrs since October 7, 2023, to 57,012, with 134,592 injured.
Israeli Supreme Court Freezes Demolition Orders for 104 Buildings in Tulkarm Refugee Camp
The Israeli Supreme Court has issued a decision to temporarily freeze the demolition orders for 104 buildings in the Tulkarm Refugee Camp, preventing their execution until further notice. The court has also given the Israeli government until September 2, 2025, to submit a detailed response to the petition.
Tulkarm Governor Abdullah Kmeil stated today that this decision came after a legal petition was filed by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) and the Adalah Center, in direct coordination with the governor, to the Israeli Supreme Court. The court unexpectedly accepted the petition and ordered the temporary freeze of the demolition orders, instructing the Israeli military prosecution to provide its response and data by September 2, 2025.
Governor Kmeil clarified that this decision does not mean the cancellation of the demolition orders but rather a temporary freeze. He emphasized that during this period, legal teams will prepare comprehensive files to push for the cancellation of the demolition order. He also stated that all experienced legal professionals would be mobilized to stand before the Supreme Court against the military prosecution, aiming to secure a final decision that halts the demolition entirely.
Kmeil expressed his gratitude to UNRWA and the Adalah Center for their significant role in this process, hoping for a full cessation of the demolition decision and to prevent the disaster from continuing.
In a statement, the Adalah Center highlighted that the Israeli military repeatedly offers vague justifications while ignoring clear and feasible alternatives to collective house demolitions. The military claims again that additional space is needed for military movement, a claim that contradicts the geographical reality of the area and Israel's obligations under international law.
Meanwhile, Israeli forces continue their aggression on the city of Tulkarm and the Noor Shams and Tulkarm refugee camps for the 158th consecutive day. The ongoing assault has resulted in the martyrdom of 13 citizens, including a child and two women, one of whom was in her eighth month of pregnancy. Additionally, there have been numerous injuries, arrests, widespread infrastructure damage, and the forced displacement of over 5,000 families, representing more than 25,000 citizens. Over 600 homes were completely destroyed, and 2,573 homes sustained partial damage. The entrances to the camps remain blocked with earth mounds, turning them into areas nearly devoid of life.
Last Monday, Israeli forces issued notices to demolish 104 homes and buildings in the Tulkarm Refugee Camp, giving residents 72 hours to object and evacuate.
Kuwait Condemns Israeli Statements Calling for Expansion of Occupation in the West Bank
The State of Kuwait has condemned the statements made by several Israeli officials, in which they called for the expansion of the occupation to include territories in the West Bank, in a grave violation of international law and United Nations resolutions.
The Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in a statement, reiterated the country's unwavering support for the Palestinian people in their pursuit of legitimate rights, in accordance with international law and United Nations resolutions. Kuwait reaffirmed its commitment to the establishment of an independent Palestinian state based on the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.
The statement also renewed Kuwait's call for the United Nations Security Council to fulfill its role in maintaining international peace and security and to uphold international legal decisions.
Israeli Forces Launch Arrest Campaign Targeting Tawjihi Students in Salfit
Israeli occupation forces arrested 21 individuals from the town of Deir Istiya, northwest of Salfit, during a raid early this Thursday, July 3, 2025. Among those arrested were six students preparing for their Tawjihi (General Secondary School) exams.
Local sources reported that the Israeli forces stormed the town and conducted a widespread arrest campaign, detaining the following individuals: Rafiq Rafiq Awad and his son Rafiq, Ammar Abdel Rahman Salman and his son Karim, Saad Tawfiq Mukhlifa and his son Karim, Samer Abdel Rahman Salman and his sons Abdel Rahman and Ali, Jamil Kukesh and his son Ahmad, Khaled Al-Qadi and his son Salah El-Din, Mithqal Al-Qadi and his son Magdy, Mahmoud Aqil and his son Hamza, Dirgham Abu Hajal and his son Nour, and Mahmoud Odeh Al-Khatib and his son Rami.
Among the detainees, six are students currently sitting for the Tawjihi exams this year.
UN: 85% of Gaza Under Forced Relocation Orders
The United Nations reported that Israeli occupation forces have issued a new order for "forced relocation" in neighborhoods housing 80,000 people in Khan Younis, southern Gaza. The UN noted that around 85% of Gaza's land is currently under forced relocation orders.
UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric stated during a press conference that Israel had issued a new order for the forced displacement in Khan Younis, where 80,000 people reside. He added that 85% of Gaza's land is now under such orders or classified as military zones, severely hindering people's access to essential humanitarian aid and making it difficult for relief workers to reach those in need.
Dujarric also mentioned that approximately 714,000 Palestinians have been displaced, either once or multiple times, in Gaza since the collapse of the ceasefire in March. Despite the large number of new displaced persons, no shelter aid has been allowed into Gaza for four months.
Surveys conducted by UN partners revealed that 97% of displaced people are sleeping in open spaces.
These evacuation warnings for Palestinian citizens coincide with renewed calls from Israeli officials for the forced relocation of Gaza's population, the latest of which came from Israeli Energy Minister Eli Cohen, who called for pushing forward with the implementation of a plan to relocate Gaza's Palestinians.
83 Martyrs in Gaza Today, Including 41 Aid Seekers, Due to Israeli Fire and Airstrikes
A total of 83 Palestinians were martyred, and dozens more were injured, early and late Thursday, July 3, 2025, due to Israeli gunfire and airstrikes on Gaza. Among the victims, 41 were aid seekers.
Medical sources at Al-Shifa Hospital confirmed that 20 people were martyred, and many others were injured in an Israeli airstrike targeting aid seekers near the Netzarim junction in central Gaza.
The Civil Defense in Gaza reported that its teams retrieved 10 martyrs and numerous wounded following an Israeli airstrike on the Mustafa Hafez School, which was sheltering displaced people in the western part of Gaza City early this morning.
The Nasser Medical Complex announced the martyrdom of 24 people in Israeli airstrikes on southern Gaza since dawn today, including 5 aid seekers.
Additionally, three Palestinians were martyred in an Israeli airstrike on Beit Lahiya in northern Gaza.
One more martyr and several injuries were reported following an Israeli airstrike near the Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza.
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