Marco Rubio traveled to Israel for discussions about the Gaza conflict after Israeli forces targeted Hamas officials in Qatar. President Trump expressed displeasure with the strike against the American ally but affirmed the strong bilateral relationship. Israeli military operations continue demolishing residential structures in Gaza City as thousands evacuate before an anticipated ground assault. Hamas representatives had gathered in Doha for ceasefire negotiations when the Israeli attack occurred. Qatar condemned the action as a violation of international law while Netanyahu defended targeting senior Hamas leaders.
Approximately 48 Israeli hostages remain in Hamas custody, with 20 believed alive. Families blame Netanyahu for obstructing their release and peace agreements. The United Nations warns that military escalation in the famine-declared area will worsen civilian suffering. Israeli strikes destroyed at least 30 residential buildings as an estimated 250,000 Palestinians fled southward. Gaza health officials reported 68 deaths in the previous day, with over 64,000 killed since the October conflict began.
Approximately 48 Israeli hostages remain in Hamas custody, with 20 believed alive. Families blame Netanyahu for obstructing their release and peace agreements. The United Nations warns that military escalation in the famine-declared area will worsen civilian suffering. Israeli strikes destroyed at least 30 residential buildings as an estimated 250,000 Palestinians fled southward. Gaza health officials reported 68 deaths in the previous day, with over 64,000 killed since the October conflict began.
