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Israel Intensifies Attacks in Gaza and Syria, Escalating Regional Tensions

Israel ramps up military operations in Gaza and conducts airstrikes in Syria amid rising humanitarian concerns and international criticism.

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Since the overthrow of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad in December, Israel has carried out hundreds of air strikes in Syria and deployed troops to a United Nations-patrolled buffer zone on the occupied Golan Heights.
Israel launches air attacks on Syria’s Damascus and Hama
Al Jazeera·17d
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The looting, while devastating, is not surprising in the face of total systemic collapse.
Starving Gazans Ransack UN Food Storage Warehouse Where Israel Says Hamas Is Hoarding Supplies
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The Government Media Office noted that Israeli forces have systematically targeted displaced Palestinians, striking at least 228 shelters for civilians amid the genocide.
Israel Bombs UN Clinic, Killing 22, Days After Gaza Medics Found in Mass Grave
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The caught-on-camera execution highlights the mounting fury civilians are having with Hamas — as demonstrations have broken out in the war-torn Gaza Strip of late to protest the misery the terrorists have brought.
Prominent Gaza family executes Hamas gunman who killed one of their relatives: report
New York Post·18d
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The killing of the paramedics and rescue workers has triggered outrage around the world and demands for accountability.
Evidence of ‘execution-style’ killings of Palestinian aid workers by Israeli forces, doctor says
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A number of Pro-Palestinian activists and organizations have been silent on Rabbay’s death.
Pro-Palestinian Activists Largely Silent After Hamas Reportedly Tortures, Kills Protester In Gaza
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The unique aspect of the "BBC-gate" documentary saga was that it exposed BBC anti-Israel bias across the entire news-delivery supply chain.
I exposed Hamas links in BBC Gaza film: 'When the media spread lies it has consequences'
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As of March 23, more than 140,000 people had been displaced again since the end of the ceasefire, according to the latest U.N. estimate — and tens of thousands more are estimated to have fled under evacuation orders over the past week.
Israel vows to seize "large areas" of Gaza as renewed war with Hamas kills hundreds of Palestinians
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Hamas has not had the support of most Palestinians, in either territory, either before or after the war began.
Protests broke out against Hamas in Gaza. What do Palestinians think about the militant group?
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The Israeli military has renewed its offensive in Gaza in recent weeks by expanding in the south and adding a large security area in the Netzarim corridor that cuts through the middle of the strip.
Israeli military will expand its operations and seize 'large areas' of Gaza, defense minister says
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The tactics of Betar and other groups, including Canary Mission, have drawn various concerns.
A pro-Israel group says it gave US list of protesters to deport, drawing alarm from students’ supporters
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Public expressions of dissent have been extremely rare since Hamas seized power in Gaza in 2007.
Protests Broke out Against Hamas in Gaza. What Do Palestinians Think About Militant Group?
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Updated: Apr 2nd, 2025, 9:59 PM ET

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As Israel escalates its military operations in Gaza, new airstrikes have been reported in Syria's Damascus and Hama targeting alleged military sites. This follows a troubling forensic report detailing the execution-style killings of 15 paramedics by Israeli forces, igniting international outrage. Protests against Hamas have intensified, with Palestinians criticizing the organization's governance while Prime Minister Netanyahu vows to seize more territory in Gaza. The humanitarian crisis worsens as the UN reports significant casualties and displacement, with approximately 100,000 Palestinians displaced due to ongoing hostilities. Echoes of violence resonate as looting erupts over food scarcity in Gaza amid military pressure.

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The ongoing conflict has led to thousands of Palestinians protesting against Hamas, expressing anger at both the militant group and Israel for the humanitarian crisis they are facing.
Though there is significant anger towards Hamas for its actions and governance, many Palestinians still view armed resistance as essential amidst ongoing military occupation and expansion of Israeli settlements.
There is an urgent need for a coherent postwar plan and political alternative to Hamas in Gaza, especially as public dissent grows against their authority.

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