"Israel Strikes Iran Proxies in Lebanon, US Aids Hamas Hostage Talks in Gaza"

Israel continues to target Hezbollah and other Iranian proxy groups in Lebanon while allowing aid shipments into Gaza and negotiating a potential hostage release agreement with Hamas. The Israeli Defense Forces reveal footage of a tunnel underneath Gaza City's Al-Shifa hospital, which they claim Hamas has been using as its headquarters. Women's rights groups in Israel accuse the United Nations of ignoring evidence of rape and gender-based atrocities committed by Hamas terrorists. Senator Chris Coons supports a negotiated pause in the fighting to allow for the release of hostages and humanitarian aid, but not a cease-fire. Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie expresses confidence in Israel's efforts to avoid civilian casualties. Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo argues that defeating Hamas is the best way to prevent future attacks. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces opposition within his government over concessions made to send fuel into Gaza before securing the release of hostages. The White House National Security Council denies reports of division within the Defense Department over U.S. policy toward Iran. Evangelical leader Franklin Graham meets with Netanyahu and expresses support for ending the conflict and freeing the hostages. The U.S. believes the majority of hostages taken by Hamas are still alive. Iran-backed terrorists in Yemen hijack an international cargo vessel, but Israel clarifies that none of the crew members are Israeli. A New York City mom discusses rising anti-Israel sentiment in public schools. The Los Angeles Times editorial board calls for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war. Elon Musk promises to suspend anyone advocating for the genocide of any group on his platform. Arab and Muslim states condemn Israel's military response in Gaza but offer no immediate solution for internally displaced Palestinians. Israeli security forces conduct raids in the West Bank, arresting suspects and confiscating firearms and explosives. Israeli President Isaac Herzog warns of increasing antisemitism but emphasizes that Israel is thriving. Usama bin Laden's "Letter to America" resurfaces on social media amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, with some users praising his views. Members of Congress belonging to the Democratic Socialists of America do not condemn the violent anti-Israel protest outside the Democratic National Committee headquarters. The Israeli Defense Forces identify three soldiers killed in the fighting against Hamas. Israel intercepts an aerial target from Lebanon and responds with strikes in Lebanon.