Hamas Leader Calls for Ceasefire and Israeli Withdrawal from Gaza, US Conducts Airstrikes in Yemen, Hezbollah Threatens Retaliation for Israeli Strikes in Lebanon: Ismail Haniyeh, the leader of Hamas, emphasized the necessity of a ceasefire and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza as part of any agreement between Israel and Hamas. Additionally, he highlighted the importance of achieving a significant prisoner swap deal. Haniyeh's statement on Thursday underscored Hamas's position in ongoing negotiations with Israel.
US Forces Conduct Airstrikes in Yemen's Houthi-Controlled Areas
The US Central Command confirmed on Thursday that its forces conducted four airstrikes on Wednesday in areas of Yemen controlled by the Houthi militia. These strikes targeted locations where the Iran-backed group had been preparing to launch attacks on ships in the Red Sea, according to the statement released.
Hezbollah Vows Retaliation After Israeli Strikes in South Lebanon
Following Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon, which resulted in the deaths of 10 civilians, including children, Hezbollah issued a warning, stating that Israel would face consequences for its actions. Hassan Fadlallah, a senior Hezbollah official and member of parliament, declared that Israel would "pay the price" for what he described as "crimes" against Lebanese civilians. The strikes came in response to an attack on a military base in northern Israel, although Hezbollah did not claim responsibility for the initial attack.
Israel-Hamas War Day-131: IDF Releases Tunnel Footage, Netanyahu Pushes for Hostage Deal
How US and Arab Allies Working on Plan for Palestinian State