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geopolitics1 day ago•6 min saved

Retired U.S. Military Leaders Deny Israel Genocide Charge on Oct. 7 Anniversary

Over 75 retired U.S. military leaders and legal experts signed an open letter rejecting allegations that Israel committed genocide in Gaza. Released by the Jewish Institute for National Security of America (JINSA) on the third anniversary of the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack, the letter argues that Israel’s actions do not meet the legal definition of genocide, which requires specific intent to destroy a protected group. Signatories, including former Marine Corps Commandant James Amos and former Supreme Allied Commander Europe Philip Breedlove, contend that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) took extensive precautions to protect civilians, such as issuing advance warnings and providing humanitarian aid. They assert that civilian casualties, while tragic, do not constitute genocide under international law, especially when fighting an enemy that hides among civilians. The letter warns that accepting such accusations could set a dangerous precedent for future U.S. military operations.

via JINSA|

#gaza #geopolitics #hamas

world2 days ago•23 min saved

Three Years After Oct. 7, Survivors and Families Grapple with Lingering Trauma

On the third anniversary of the Oct. 7, 2023, attacks, Israeli hostages and families reflect on the long-term psychological impact of the conflict. While some survivors are rebuilding their lives, others continue to process grief and trauma.

via The New York Times|

#gaza-war #hamas #hostage-reintegration

world-news2 days ago•30 min saved

Campus Tensions Spike as Oct. 7 Anniversaries Trigger Protests and Counter-Protests Across North America

Students at UCLA and the University of Toronto are planning demonstrations for the third anniversary of the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks, sparking fierce backlash from critics who call the events 'depraved' and provocative. While pro-Palestinian groups frame the marches as commemorations of Palestinian resistance, Jewish organizations and security experts condemn the timing as glorifying terrorism. University officials in the US and Canada are coordinating with police to manage safety risks, amid ongoing legal battles over campus antisemitism and federal funding.

via New York Post|

#hamas #october-7 #protests

world2 days ago•2 min saved

Israelis split on Netanyahu’s Oct. 7 accountability as election nears

With Israel’s October 27 election approaching, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces a referendum on his leadership following the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack. Polls show a tight race with no clear majority, while opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot and victim families demand an independent investigation into the security failure. Netanyahu denies receiving pre-attack warnings and blames security chiefs, but recent reports suggest he was alerted by UAE and Egyptian officials. The outcome will determine whether Netanyahu retains power or faces a potential change in leadership.

via Axios|

#election #hamas #israel

world2 days ago•4 min saved

Gaza’s Third Anniversary: A Fragile Ceasefire Masks Ongoing Destruction and Economic Collapse

Three years after the October 7, 2023 attack, Gaza remains in a state of severe crisis despite an October 2025 ceasefire. Over 74,200 Palestinians have died, with 1,462 killed since the truce began. The territory faces total economic collapse, with 92% of businesses destroyed and 78% unemployment. Infrastructure is decimated, 98% of schools are damaged, and only 19 of 36 hospitals function. While the EU commemorates the anniversary, Israel continues airstrikes and expands control over 70% of Gaza, leaving 2 million people in a shrinking safe zone.

via Al Jazeera|

#ceasefire #gaza #hamas

world2 days ago•219 min saved

Israel Marks Three Years Since October 7 Amid Memorials, Protests, and Media Reflections

Israel marked the third anniversary of the October 7, 2023 attack with national memorials and protests demanding accountability. While over 1,200 Israelis were killed and 251 taken hostage, the subsequent war has resulted in more than 74,000 Palestinian deaths in Gaza. Media outlets reflect on the challenges of covering the event, with The Jerusalem Post editor apologizing for missed stories, while AP highlights the ongoing devastation in Gaza.

via CNN|

#anniversary #gaza #hamas

middle-east2 days ago•134 min saved

Three Years After Oct. 7: Grief, Political Division, and Unfinished Stories

On the third anniversary of the October 7 attack, Israel holds memorials amid deep political division, while Gaza faces ongoing humanitarian crisis and media outlets reflect on unreported stories.

via AP News|

#gaza-war #hamas #israel-elections

world2 days ago•31 min saved

Israel Marks 7 October Anniversary Amid Unresolved Accountability and Gaza Crisis

Israel commemorated the third anniversary of the October 7, 2023 attacks with national memorials and protests demanding accountability. While over 1,200 Israelis were killed and 251 taken hostage, the subsequent war has resulted in more than 74,000 Palestinian deaths in Gaza. Despite a ceasefire, reconstruction remains stalled, and Prime Minister Netanyahu faces intense pressure regarding intelligence failures ahead of upcoming elections.

via BBC|

#gaza #hamas #israel

middle-east3 days ago•13 min saved

Three Years After Oct. 7: Hamas Faces Strategic Crisis While Israel Commemorates Victims

Three years after the October 7, 2023 attack, Hamas is in its worst strategic position since inception, having agreed to lay down arms in Gaza in exchange for Israeli withdrawal. While Israel marks the anniversary with commemorations and personal stories of loss, internal divisions within Hamas persist over the attack's legacy. The ceasefire, brokered in October 2025, has held despite Israeli strikes on Hamas commanders, with the group refraining from retaliation.

via Zeteo | Substack|

#ceasefire #gaza #hamas

defense-news4 days ago•7 min saved

IDF Intelligence Chief Reports 4,000 October 7 Attackers Killed, 2,000 Remain

IDF Military Intelligence Chief Maj.-Gen. Shlomi Binder told the security cabinet that 4,000 of the 6,000 individuals who infiltrated Israel on October 7, 2023, have been killed, leaving 2,000 remaining. The IDF has continued targeted strikes against Hamas commanders since the October 2025 ceasefire, including the recent elimination of Nukhba operatives and Islamic Jihad rocket commanders. Meanwhile, IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir announced the conclusion of investigations into the October 7 failures, emphasizing a strategy of preemptive strikes and military expansion to address multi-front threats.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#defense-news #gaza #hamas

politics5 days ago•75 min saved

McGurk: October 7th Sabotaged Saudi-Israeli Deal, Intelligence Gaps Persist

Brett McGurk, former Biden Middle East adviser, argues that the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack was likely motivated to derail a near-finalized normalization deal between Israel and Saudi Arabia. In an interview, he details how the U.S. lacked actionable intelligence warnings prior to the attack, contrasting this with claims from other regional leaders. McGurk emphasizes that hostage negotiations were central to ending the war, rejecting the view that focusing on hostages was a strategic trap. He also highlights the complex role of Qatar as a mediator and the tension between U.S. pressure on Israel and the need to prevent a broader regional conflict.

via CBS News|

#diplomacy #hamas #israel

world-news5 days ago•28 min saved

Kai Labban, the 'windowsill baby,' returns to Kibbutz Nirim on third birthday

Kai Labban, the infant who became a global symbol of survival after the October 7, 2023 attacks, has returned to his family’s home in Kibbutz Nirim. The child, now three years old, was placed in a safe room windowsill by his parents during the Hamas assault. His image went viral, prompting international aid. The family, who suffered severe smoke inhalation and injuries, chose to return to the kibbutz in August 2025, defying concerns about safety. Aimee Labban, Kai’s mother, stated that the community remains their home despite the trauma and PTSD they continue to experience.

via New York Post|

#hamas #israel #kai-labban

middle-east5 days ago•7 min saved

IDF strikes Gaza leader Ali al-Amoudi, killing five civilians in apartment building

Israeli forces targeted Ali al-Amoudi, the current Hamas leader in Gaza, in a strike on an apartment building on October 3. The IDF confirmed the operation aimed to kill Amoudi but is reviewing the results, while local officials reported five deaths, including four women. The strike occurred despite a ceasefire declared in October 2025, as Israel continues operations against Hamas leadership.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#ali-al-amoudi #gaza #hamas

middle-east6 days ago•1 min saved

Israeli strike on Gaza City apartment kills five, including Christian mother and daughter

An Israeli air attack on a residential building in Gaza City killed at least five people and wounded others early Saturday. The strike targeted the al-Asala building in the crowded Remal neighborhood, which the Israeli military claimed was used by Hamas deputy chairman Ali al-Amoudi. Among the dead were a Christian mother and daughter, prompting condolences from religious leaders. This incident adds to a rising toll of over 1,400 deaths since the ceasefire began, with medical sources citing severe supply shortages.

via Al Jazeera|

#casualties #ceasefire #gaza

crime-and-courts7 days ago•393 min saved

Federal indictment unseals $1.7M Hamas fundraising network linked to Louisiana brothers

Federal prosecutors unsealed an indictment alleging a multi-year scheme that funneled over $1.7 million to Hamas under the guise of humanitarian aid. Saleem Alzaq, a Hamas member in Gaza, is accused of coordinating the network, while two Louisiana brothers and a Florida man were arrested for soliciting donations via social media. The case was exposed after an undercover NYPD officer contacted Alzaq, who inadvertently revealed the identity of his U.S. co-conspirators.

via NBC News|

#crime-and-courts #federal-indictment #hamas