Erdogan: “Hamas militants are liberators, not terrorists”
Hamas fighters are “liberators” who fight for their country and “not terrorists.” Turkish President Erdogan said this, Al Arabiya reported.
“About half of those killed in Israel’s attacks on Gaza are children, even this figure shows that the aim is an atrocity, to commit deliberate crimes against humanity,” Erdogan said during a speech to his AKP party’s faction. “We have no problems with the State of Israel, but we have never condoned the atrocities committed by Israel and its conduct, which resembles an organization and not a state,” Erdogan added.
The Turkish president has announced that he will cancel his planned visit to Israel.
Israel congratulates Qatar on “humanitarian commitment”
“I am pleased to say that Qatar is becoming an essential element and stakeholder in facilitating humanitarian solutions”: Israeli National Security Adviser Tzachi Hanegbi wrote today in “X”. “Qatar’s diplomatic efforts are crucial in these times.” According to Israeli public television Kan, these words came after Qatari leaders today hinted at possible developments in the release of Israeli hostages held in Gaza.
Khamenei: The US is Israel’s accomplice in Gaza
The United States is “certain accomplices” of Israel in the “atrocities committed by the Zionist regime in Gaza.” This was stated by Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, adding that “the visits of the heads of some ‘evil and tyrannical’ countries to the Israeli-occupied territories express their concern about the collapse of the Zionist regime.” Khamenei also said that Hamas is not a terrorist group. “Some countries call the Islamic movement Hamas terrorist, but the movement is simply trying to defend its homeland,” the Supreme Leader said.
Israel: Operations against Hamas also in the West Bank
“In this war against Hamas, we have also taken the gloves off in the West Bank,” said the region’s military commander, General Avi Bluth, at a meeting with the leaders of the Jewish settlements. Since the start of the war, the military has “arrested 930 wanted people, including 600 Hamas members.” “We are determined to eliminate the nests of terrorism.” “We will do everything necessary,” he assured, “to ensure the safety of the residents in the settlements, especially in these difficult days.” According to the settlers’ movement, there are now surviving 500,000 Israelis in the West Bank.
Türkiye: Crimes against humanity in Gaza, Israel must stop
“Palestinian brothers are beaten indiscriminately in schools and mosques. It is a crime against humanity.” Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said this and called on Israel to “take a step back.”
During a joint press conference with his Qatari counterpart Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani in Doha, broadcast by Turkish state television TRT, Fidan called for “a ceasefire as soon as possible” and “the opening of humanitarian corridors” towards Gaza. “We do not accept collective punishment of the Palestinians,” the Turkish minister added.
Israel: Iran supports Hamas “in the past and today”
“Iran directly helped Hamas before the war with exercises, the supply of combat vehicles, financing, information and technology,” said military spokesman Daniel Hagari. “Even at this moment,” he added, “Iran’s help is evident through intelligence services and incitement on social networks against Israel.” Hagari explained that under these circumstances, Iran is activating “its supporters in Iraq, Yemen and Lebanon.” have. “The orders – he specified – come from a single point: Iran.” “Those who destabilize the Middle East in favor of the criminals of Hamas-Isis must not hide.”
Israel: Hamas commander Taysir Mubasher killed
The Israeli army reported the killing of Hamas commander of the Kahn Younis Northern Battalion, Taysir Mubasher. In the past, he was a commander of Hamas’ naval forces and held numerous positions in weapons production. Mubasher, the army added, had “extensive experience in Hamas forces as a commander and directing terrorist attacks.” He is also a relative of senior Hamas leaders, including Mohammed Deif, the commander in chief of Hamas’s military wing, the al-Qassam Brigades.
Israeli police identify 1,106 people killed by Hamas
Police and the army have so far identified 1,106 Israelis killed in the October 7 Hamas attack. This was announced by the police themselves, after which 84% of the total civilian deaths, i.e. 798 people, were identified. So far, 308 Israeli soldiers have died during the war and the number of hostages is 222, according to the military spokesman.
TV, summit meeting between Hamas, Hezbollah and Islamic Jihad in Beirut
A summit between senior officials from Hezbollah, Hamas and Islamic Jihad took place in Beirut, Lebanon. This was reported by al Manar TV of the same pro-Iranian Lebanese Armed Party. The television channel shows images of the meeting between Hezbollah leader Hasan Nasrallah, Hamas deputy leader Saleh Aruri and Islamic Jihad leader Ziad Nakhale.
According to Guterres, Israel denies visas to UN officials
Israeli Ambassador to the United Nations Gilad Erdan said his country would deny entry visas to UN officials following yesterday’s intervention by Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, which was contested by Israel itself. “Based on your words,” Erdan told Military Radio, “we will refuse to issue visas to UN representatives. In addition, we have already refused a visa to the Under-Secretary of State for Humanitarian Affairs, Martin Griffiths. It’s time to teach them a lesson.”
Gaza 704 dead in 24 hours, the highest number since the start of the war
704 Palestinians, including 305 minors, were killed in Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip in the last 24 hours. The local health ministry reported this to the UN Coordination Office for Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). According to the same source, this is the highest number of deaths in a day since hostilities began.
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