"IDF Conducts Targeted Raid in Northern Gaza as Israel-Hamas War Escalates"

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) conducted a "targeted raid" in the northern part of the Gaza Strip, striking terrorists, infrastructure, and missile launch positions. Two Israeli settlers were injured in a clash with Palestinians in the West Bank. The Defense Ministry plans to extend the evacuation of border communities until December 31. Israeli Ambassador to the US Michael Herzog calls for the release of hostages held by Gaza terror groups. The Libyan parliament demands the departure of ambassadors from countries supporting Israel, threatening to cut energy supplies. In Maine, a mass shooting leaves at least 16 people dead, with the suspect still at large. EU leaders debate calling for a "humanitarian pause" in the Gaza conflict. Florida orders state universities to disband the pro-Palestinian student organization, Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP). US President Joe Biden discusses efforts to locate and secure the release of hostages held by Hamas and the safe passage of foreign nationals out of Gaza with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.