Iran has called for Israel to immediately cease its attacks on Gaza while warning Israel that the ongoing conflict could escalate to other parts of the Middle East if Lebanon-based group Hezbollah gets involved.
Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, speaking in Beirut, stated that Hezbollah has prepared for various war scenarios and called on Israel to halt its Gaza attacks immediately.
He further cautioned that if the conflict spreads to the Middle East, Israel may face "a huge earthquake."
Amir-Abdollahian revealed that he had met with Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah and gained insights into the group's strategies.
He warned against further civilian casualties in Gaza and urged action to stop the violence.
The Iranian foreign minister issued a warning to "war criminals" and those supporting Israel and warned Israel to halt their actions before it becomes too late.
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Israel's readiness to expand its attack on Gaza
The Israeli military has indicated its readiness to "expand the attack" on Gaza as it is planning a wide range of offensive operations including "coordinated attacks from the air, sea, and land."
Accusations of Genocide and a Visit from Prime Minister Netanyahu
Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh accused Israel of committing "genocide" in Gaza. He vowed that Palestinians in the besieged enclave "will never flee."
These remarks followed a visit from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Israeli ground forces stationed near the Gaza Strip.
Warnings to Hezbollah and Rejection of Exile Orders
Israel's national security adviser warned Hezbollah not to be drawn into the war in Gaza while emphasizing it could bring about the "destruction of Lebanon."
Meanwhile, Turkey and Egypt expressed their rejection of ordered exile of Palestinians from Gaza.
Over 320 Palestinians Killed, Sheltering in Hospitals
Over 320 Palestinians have been killed in the past 24 hours, including many women and children in Israeli air raids on convoys fleeing Gaza City.
In response, Palestinians have sought refuge in hospitals amid ongoing Israeli shelling.
Trapped in Northern Gaza
An estimated one million people have been displaced in Gaza, but it remains unclear how many have stayed in northern Gaza despite Israel's order to leave immediately.
For some, staying is a matter of being "rooted in their lands."
Humanitarian Concerns and Calls for Safe Zones
Doctors at Shifa Hospital warn of an impending infectious disease outbreak due to overcrowding.
The hospital has seen thousands of people flocking to its grounds.
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has called for safe zones to remain in the north of Gaza and regular ceasefires to protect civilians and medical staff.
Israeli Captives in Gaza
Currently, there are 126 Israelis being held captive in Gaza, with Hamas seeking the release of all Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails in exchange for their release.
French Satellite Operator Takes Al Aqsa TV Off Air
French satellite operator Eutelsat has taken Al Aqsa TV off the air, a move criticized by the channel as a violation of freedom of speech.
Spanish Deputy Prime Minister's Plea
Spain's Deputy Prime Minister Yolanda Diaz has urged the international community to exert pressure on Israel to prevent what she termed a "massacre" in Gaza.
This plea comes in the wake of Israeli forces warning over one million residents in northern Gaza to relocate south.
Facebook Closes Quds News Network Pages
Facebook has taken action to close both the Arabic and English pages of the Quds News Network.
This decision follows recent efforts by Palestinian journalists to document Israel's human rights abuses and possible war crimes in Gaza.
The Quds News Network has strongly criticized this move, condemning what it views as alignment with the Israeli government's policies and restrictions on Palestinian content.
Israeli Airstrikes and Artillery Shelling Resume
Israeli warplanes conducted extensive airstrikes in northern Gaza, resulting in multiple casualties.
These strikes targeted residential areas in the Jabalia refugee camp and Al-Mashrooh neighbourhood in Beit Lahia.
More than 1,300 Palestinians have died so far in the conflict.
Furthermore, the Israeli army has resumed artillery shelling from both gunboats and tanks along the eastern and western Gaza Strip.
Turkish Foreign Minister's Cairo Visit
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan visited Cairo and held discussions with Ahmed Aboul Gheit, the Secretary General of the League of Arab States.
Turkey has sent humanitarian relief to an Egyptian airport with the intention of providing assistance to Gaza.
