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Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2025-07-05 at 21:04
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Iran’s Supreme Leader Reappears Amid Escalating Tensions
Hamas Pushes for Ceasefire with Long-Term Territorial Demands
Israeli Bases Targeted as Conflict Sparks Regional Instability
The time is now 05:00 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
At five o'clock in the afternoon, this is the latest from the ongoing conflicts and geopolitical developments in the Middle East and beyond.
Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has made his first public appearance in weeks, attending the Ashura event after a period of silence following Israel's recent mass bombing campaign targeting Iranian nuclear and military sites. This appearance signals Iran's resilience amid escalating tensions. Meanwhile, Iran-backed militias, including the Popular Mobilization Forces in Iraq, are believed to be responsible for recent drone attacks on Iraqi military facilities, with analyses indicating the presence of Iranian dissidents operating within the Kurdistan region.
In Gaza, the situation remains tense, with Hamas proposing a ceasefire framework that includes a 60-day halt in hostilities, yet demanding significant changes to the terms previously agreed upon. Reports suggest Hamas insists on international oversight of aid deliveries, specifically through the United Nations and Red Crescent, and continues to push for negotiations on a long-term ceasefire and territorial control. The United States has indicated that they are engaging in negotiations, with the Israeli government expressing opposition to some of Hamas’s proposed modifications.
Amid these diplomatic efforts, reports emerge of injuries and fatalities within Israel. A one-and-a-half-year-old child in Haifa is in critical condition after being burned by hot water, while a 12-year-old fell from a ten-meter-high balcony in Kharish, both cases highlighting ongoing domestic safety concerns. Additionally, in Tiberias, a man was seriously wounded in an incident of violence.
On the military front, British intelligence and satellite data reveal that five Israeli bases have been targeted by Iranian-launched missiles during the twelve days of conflict. Although the Israeli military has not officially commented on specific damages, they affirm that operational continuity has been maintained.
In the political arena, Israeli Minister Itamar Ben Gvir has declared that the only solution to restore security and recover hostages is the full military takeover of Gaza, calling for the cessation of humanitarian aid and encouraging population movements. This stance underscores the increasingly hardline approach within Israeli leadership.
Meanwhile, internal debates among Israeli military officials continue. IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir expressed doubts about the feasibility of controlling Gaza’s large population if civilians are relocated to the south, leading to a heated dispute with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The Prime Minister has emphasized the necessity of a complete evacuation of northern Gaza to facilitate military operations, even as concerns about the humanitarian and logistical implications persist.
In diplomatic developments, Israel is preparing for upcoming negotiations with Hamas. Reports indicate that Hamas has tentatively agreed in principle to a US-brokered deal involving a ceasefire and hostage releases, though it demands modifications concerning aid mechanisms and territorial control. The negotiations, mediated by Egypt and Qatar, are complex, with various factions and international interests at play. The United States, under President Donald Trump’s administration, is actively involved, aiming for an agreement that would halt the bloodshed and secure the release of hostages.
Internationally, the situation continues to attract attention. Germany, despite banning Hezbollah in 2020, reportedly has over 1
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