Gaza roundup: Blinken, Israel expansion, security, violation, Iran
US Secretary of State Blinken engages in talks with Qatari PM on Israel-Hamas Conflict
US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken praised Qatar's efforts in a conversation with Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani. The discussion focused on the ongoing initiatives for the release of hostages and an increase in aid for Gaza. Blinken acknowledged Qatar's partnership and crucial role in securing a temporary ceasefire, brokered by Qatar last week, leading to the release of over 100 hostages, primarily women and children.
Israeli army announces expansion of ground operations in Gaza against Hamas
Israeli army spokesman Daniel Hagari stated in Tel Aviv that the military is conducting extensive operations in the Gaza Strip, with an ongoing expansion of ground operations targeting all Hamas centers. He emphasized the army's commitment to confronting and eliminating terrorists associated with Hamas in the region.
Head of Israel's Internal Security Service: We are targeting Hamas leaders in Turkey and Qatar
Israeli army spokesperson Daniel Hagari stated in Tel Aviv that the military is conducting extensive operations in the Gaza Strip, with an ongoing expansion of ground operations targeting all Hamas centers. He emphasized the army's commitment to confronting and eliminating terrorists associated with Hamas in the region.
Hamas Spokesperson: Israel violates temporary ceasefire terms first
Osama Hamdan, the senior spokesperson of the Hamas group, accused Israel of violating the temporary ceasefire and asserted that Israel initiated the bombing. He dismissed reports about Israel entering southern Gaza and infiltrating Hamas defenses as mere media discussion. Additionally, Hamdan called on Belgium and Spain to lead a European initiative to visit Gaza and investigate what he referred to as "Israeli crimes."
Iranian Foreign Minister: U.S. should face consequences for supporting Israel
Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian asserted that the recent escalation in Israel's attacks coincides with the presence of the U.S. Secretary of State. He emphasized that the United States should face consequences for its support of Israel during a meeting with his Omani counterpart.
