Newsletter for Tuesday, July 8, 2025

A news bulletin provided by Sawa News Agency for Tuesday, July 8, 2025, covering the most important developments in the Gaza Strip, Israel, and the West Bank.

Israel: Gaza Negotiations Ongoing, Agreement on Ceasefire Deal Not Expected Soon

A senior Israeli political source stated on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, that an agreement on a ceasefire deal in Gaza and a prisoner exchange agreement is not expected in the near future.

The Israeli source, speaking to reporters accompanying Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his visit to Washington, confirmed that negotiations with Hamas in Doha are ongoing and that "there is full coordination with the Americans."

The source, who spoke after Netanyahu's meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump, emphasized that Israel is seeking to "neutralize Hamas's ability and prevent it from distributing humanitarian aid."

The source claimed that "Hamas's response to the Qatari proposal is 'no,' but the gaps are small, and discussions can continue."

Gaza Health Ministry Issues Urgent Appeal to Secure Medical Supplies Trucks

The Ministry of Health in Gaza issued an important directive today, Tuesday, regarding the entry of trucks carrying medical supplies and medications into the hospitals of the Gaza Strip.

The Ministry stated: "Today, Tuesday, trucks carrying medicines and medical supplies will enter Gaza's hospitals via the World Health Organization. These trucks will not contain any food items."

It explained that the supplies expected to arrive are of significant importance and urgently needed to continue providing medical care for the wounded and patients, and to save lives.

The Ministry appealed to citizens, community leaders, families, and relevant authorities to make every effort to protect the convoy, ensuring that the trucks are not subjected to any harm and can safely reach the hospitals to save the lives of the patients and the wounded.

Palestinian Red Crescent Announces Suspension of Work at Al-Zeitoun Clinic in Gaza City

The Palestinian Red Crescent Society announced on Tuesday the suspension of work at its Al-Zeitoun Medical Clinic in Gaza City, following the fall of shells in the area surrounding the clinic, posing a threat to the safety of medical staff and patients.

In a statement, the Society noted that the clinic served thousands of patients, especially as the area became overcrowded with displaced people from East Gaza after the Israeli occupation forces issued evacuation orders.

The statement added that with the closure of the clinic, thousands of citizens would be forced to travel long distances to receive medical care or to get their children's vaccinations.

Ministry of Education: Over 17,000 Students Martyred Due to the War on Gaza

The Ministry of Education in Palestine stated on Tuesday that 18,243 students have been martyred and 31,643 have been injured since the beginning of the Israeli aggression on Gaza and the West Bank.

It clarified that the number of students martyred in Gaza since the start of the aggression has reached more than 17,175, with 26,264 injured. In the West Bank, 140 students were martyred, and 927 others were injured, in addition to 768 students being arrested.

The Ministry also noted that 928 teachers and administrative staff were martyred, and 4,452 were injured in Gaza and the West Bank, with more than 199 arrested in the West Bank.

It pointed out that 252 government schools in Gaza have been severely damaged due to the occupation’s aggression, with more than 118 schools completely destroyed. Additionally, 91 government schools were subjected to bombing and vandalism, along with 91 schools run by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), and 60 university buildings were entirely destroyed.

Number of Prisoners in Israeli Jails Rises to Nearly 10,800

Prisoner institutions in Palestine announced on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, that the number of prisoners in Israeli occupation jails has risen to nearly 10,800 as of the beginning of July, not including those detained in its camps.

In a statement, they clarified that this figure represents the highest number of prisoners since the Second Intifada in 2000, based on the available documentation from the institutions.

The statement also mentioned that the number of female prisoners has reached 50, including two women from Gaza, while the number of children imprisoned has surpassed 450 as of today.

Death Toll in Gaza Rises to 57,575

The Ministry of Health in Gaza announced on Tuesday that the death toll from the Israeli occupation’s aggression on Gaza has risen to 57,575 martyrs and 136,879 injured since October 7, 2023.

In its daily report, the Ministry clarified that 52 martyrs (including three whose bodies were recovered) and 262 injured individuals arrived at Gaza's hospitals in the past 24 hours. It also noted that some of the victims remain trapped under rubble and in the streets, with rescue teams and civil defense unable to reach them.

The Ministry indicated that, of the total, 7,013 martyrs and 24,838 injured have been recorded since March 18, when the occupation resumed its aggression on the Gaza Strip after a ceasefire agreement.

Additionally, the toll of martyrs from "aid distribution" in the past 24 hours reached 8 martyrs and more than 74 injured, raising the total number of martyrs from food aid distribution to 766, with over 5,044 injured.

Red Cross: Increase in Aid Distribution Casualties Overwhelms Gaza's Health System

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) stated on Tuesday that the "sharp increase" in incidents related to aid distribution sites in Gaza is causing the "exhaustion of the already collapsed health system," pushing its limited capacity beyond its breaking point.

In a statement, the ICRC added that its field hospital in southern Gaza has recorded 200 deaths since late May, when new aid centers operated by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (which receives support from the United States and Israel, but is rejected by UN agencies) began functioning.

The committee noted that the hospital has treated over 2,200 wounded individuals, with most injuries resulting from gunshot wounds in more than 21 separate mass incidents.

Government Discusses Preparations for Possible Upcoming Ceasefire in Gaza

Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa revealed on Tuesday the government's preparations for the possibility of a near ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, amidst ongoing negotiations in Doha.

In the opening of the cabinet session, Mustafa said: "As the chances of a near ceasefire in our beloved Gaza increase, we hope that these efforts will be crowned with success as soon as possible. The government is preparing to coordinate relief efforts in the sector and to prepare for the reconstruction conference."

He added that "in parallel, the government operations room, which includes around 40 government institutions and international bodies working in the field of relief, continues its preparations, along with its teams on the ground, to continue humanitarian work and implement the early recovery plans we have prepared, just as our teams did during the previous ceasefire."

Israeli Airstrike Assassinate Hamas Leader in Northern Lebanon

The Israeli military announced on Tuesday evening, July 8, 2025, the assassination of a Hamas leader in northern Lebanon.

An Israeli army spokesperson said in a brief statement: "We targeted a Hamas member in the Tripoli area in northern Lebanon."

According to Kan Hebrew Channel, the person assassinated in Tripoli, Lebanon, is Mehran Mustafa Bajour, a prominent figure in Hamas's Lebanese branch, which has carried out operations against Israel.

UNRWA: The Lives of Gaza’s Children Marked by War and Destruction

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) stated on Tuesday that children in the Gaza Strip make up nearly half of the population and their lives are marked by "war and destruction."

The agency said in a statement: "Children make up half of Gaza's population (2.4 million people), and their lives are marked by war and destruction."

UNRWA explained that children spend their time outside of classrooms, are forced to repeatedly flee, and can barely find enough to eat.

The statement added: "There are one million children in Gaza." It emphasized the importance of a ceasefire in Gaza for the sake of the children and a better future in the region.

Concerning Increase in Meningitis Cases in Gaza

The Ministry of Health in Gaza stated on Tuesday evening, July 8, 2025, that there has been a concerning rise in reported cases of meningitis in the Gaza Strip, amidst an unprecedented deterioration in health, humanitarian, and environmental conditions.

The Ministry explained that there has been a noticeable increase in suspected and confirmed cases of meningitis, particularly among children under five years old, who are the most vulnerable to the disease and its serious complications.

It added, "The decline in healthcare services, with hospitals and primary care centers being destroyed or closed, along with a severe shortage of medicines and children's vaccines, is hindering emergency response efforts."

The Ministry pointed out that critical factors have made Gaza's general health situation conducive to the spread and outbreak of diseases, especially among the most vulnerable age groups, including children, the elderly, and pregnant women.

Gaza’s health conditions were further exacerbated by the catastrophic conditions in shelters, a severe shortage of drinking water, the spread of sewage, and the accumulation of waste, all of which contribute to the further deterioration of public health.

The Ministry urgently called on all relevant bodies to intervene immediately to improve health and living conditions in order to limit the spread of the disease. It also called for reinforcing medicine supplies for confirmed cases and ensuring essential vaccinations.

It urged the public to follow appropriate preventive measures and medical guidelines to enhance disease prevention and reduce the risk of outbreaks among children.

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