Six killed in Jerusalem terror attack, UK gov't: No genocide in Gaza

IAF reportedly strikes Syria • Israel doubts likelihood of hostage deal under new framework • Four soldiers killed in northern Gaza tank explosion • IDF strikes Gaza City high-rise used by Hamas

Police and rescue personnel at the scene of a terror attack at Ramot junction, near the entrance to Jerusalem, September 8, 2025.
Police and rescue personnel at the scene of a terror attack at Ramot junction, near the entrance to Jerusalem, September 8, 2025.
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Israel's soccer team loses 5-4 to Italy in close-fought FIFA World Cup qualifier

Israel scored four goals but fell to Italy in a nine-goal clash in Hungary. The defeat drops Israel to third, with crucial matches vs. Norway and Italy ahead.

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Israel's Manor Solomon in action with Italy's Riccardo Orsolini, World Cup qualifying in Hungary's Debrecen, September 8, 2025.
Israel's Manor Solomon in action with Italy's Riccardo Orsolini, World Cup qualifying in Hungary's Debrecen, September 8, 2025.
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'Israel is not committing genocide in Gaza,' UK government concludes

The new ruling differs significantly from the government's previous position, which was that only courts can decide whether or not Israel is committing genocide.

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British Foreign Secretary David Lammy walks along Downing Street on the day British Prime Minister Keir Starmer held an emergency meeting to discuss the Israel-Iran conflict, June 18, 2025.
British Foreign Secretary David Lammy walks along Downing Street on the day British Prime Minister Keir Starmer held an emergency meeting to discuss the Israel-Iran conflict, June 18, 2025.
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'Intolerable situation in Gaza,' UK PM Starmer discusses with PA President Abbas in London

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer met PA President Mahmoud Abbas, backing Palestinian statehood at the UN while stressing the need for a Gaza ceasefire, hostages' release, and no role for Hamas.

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Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer meet at 10 Downing Street, in London, Britain, September 8, 2025.
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer meet at 10 Downing Street, in London, Britain, September 8, 2025.
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IDF strikes Gaza City high-rise building used by Hamas

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A Gaza City high-rise building used as part of Hamas's terror infrastructure, struck by the IDF on September 9, 2025.
A Gaza City high-rise building used as part of Hamas's terror infrastructure, struck by the IDF on September 9, 2025.
(photo credit: IDF SPOKESPERSON'S UNIT)

Hamas casts doubt on Trump-backed deal, says hostages wouldn't be released on first day of truce

Qatar's prime minister pressed Hamas leaders to "respond positively" to the latest US-proposed plan during talks in Doha on Monday, an official briefed on the talks told Reuters. 

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Hamas, Islamic Jihad and thousands of Gazans seen outside the house of Sinwar in Khan Younis, Gaza, where two Israeli hostages, Arbel Yehoud and Gadi Moses, along with 5 Thai hostages were released to the Red Cross as part of a deal between Israel and Hamas, January 30, 2025.
Hamas, Islamic Jihad and thousands of Gazans seen outside the house of Sinwar in Khan Younis, Gaza, where two Israeli hostages, Arbel Yehoud and Gadi Moses, along with 5 Thai hostages were released to the Red Cross as part of a deal between Israel and Hamas, January 30, 2025.
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Qatar PM urges Hamas to accept latest US-backed Gaza ceasefire, hostage deal

Qatari officials pressed Hamas political leaders to "respond positively" to the latest US-proposed Gaza ceasefire-hostage deal.

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Hamas terrorists in front of Qatar flag and background (illustrative).
Hamas terrorists in front of Qatar flag and background (illustrative).
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Four IDF soldiers killed in northern Gaza

The fourth soldier's name was not cleared for publication. 

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An IDF tank operates in the Gaza Strip. May 10, 2025.
An IDF tank operates in the Gaza Strip. May 10, 2025.
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Doubt in Israel over likelihood of hostage deal under new framework, Israeli official to 'Post'

“Hamas won’t give up all the hostages right at the start - it’s simply unrealistic,” an Israeli official told The Jerusalem Post.

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Thousands attend a protest near the home of Israeli PM in Jerusalem, calling for an end to the war and the release of all the Israeli hostages from Hamas captivity. September 06, 2025.
Thousands attend a protest near the home of Israeli PM in Jerusalem, calling for an end to the war and the release of all the Israeli hostages from Hamas captivity. September 06, 2025.
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Drone intrusion sirens sound in West Bank, Dead Sea area

Earlier on Monday, the IDF intercepted three Houthi drones launched from Yemen. One of the two was intercepted before the alerts sounded.

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(Illustrative) A Houthi drone fired from Yemen that was intercepted by the military on May 5, 2025 - file photo.
(Illustrative) A Houthi drone fired from Yemen that was intercepted by the military on May 5, 2025 - file photo.
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IDF launches large-scale operation in West Bank after Jerusalem terror attack

According to the IDF, security forces are continuing to operate in the West Bank, specifically in the Ramallah area and encircling villages. 

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IDF soldiers operate in the West Bank, September 8, 2025 (IDF Spokesperson's Unit).
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Israel at war: What you need to know


  • Hamas launched a massive attack on October 7, with thousands of terrorists infiltrating from the Gaza border and taking some 240 hostages into Gaza.
  • Over 1,200 Israelis and foreign nationals were murdered, including over 350 at the Supernova music festival and hundreds of Israeli civilians across the Gaza border communities.
  • 48 hostages remain in Gaza, while 49 hostages in total have been killed in captivity.
  • The IDF launched large-scale attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities on June 13, 2025.
  • Israel struck key nuclear sites and killed senior Iranian military and IRGC officials.
  • 28 Israelis killed, over 1,300 wounded, including several IDF soldiers, in Iranian attacks.

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