Israel at war day 595: What happened in Israel, Gaza, Lebanon?

US-Iran nuclear talks begin amid doubts; Netanyahu shares Zini report; Hezbollah seeks boost; Palestinian leaders exit Syria after harassment

 The Night time Operation of the Paratroopers Brigade in Syria, March 25, 2025.
The Night time Operation of the Paratroopers Brigade in Syria, March 25, 2025.
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Gazans crowd at bakery to access bread, social media shows, as aid deliveries trickle in

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 Gazans attempt to obtain bread in Nuseirat Camp, Gaza after limited aid deliveries arrive in the enclave on Friday, May 25, 2025.
Gazans attempt to obtain bread in Nuseirat Camp, Gaza after limited aid deliveries arrive in the enclave on Friday, May 25, 2025.
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Swiss NGO wants investigation into aid distributor Gaza Humanitarian Foundation

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 A worker enters a truck carrying aid parked at the Kerem Shalom crossing between Israel and Gaza, before going into Gaza, on the Israeli side of the Israel-Gaza border, May 22, 2025.
A worker enters a truck carrying aid parked at the Kerem Shalom crossing between Israel and Gaza, before going into Gaza, on the Israeli side of the Israel-Gaza border, May 22, 2025.
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Eisenkot calls on Netanyahu's Shin Bet candidate to delay appointment, await legal clarity

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Delegation of 80 UN members sign declaration saying Gaza faces the 'worst humanitarian crisis'

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 The flag alley at the United Nations European headquarters is seen during the Human Rights Council in Geneva, Switzerland, September 11, 2023.
The flag alley at the United Nations European headquarters is seen during the Human Rights Council in Geneva, Switzerland, September 11, 2023.
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Netanyahu's Shin Bet pick opposes hostage deals, raising concerns among hostage families - report

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Families of Israelis held hostage by Hamas terrorists in Gaza and supporters attend a protest calling for their release, outside the Prime Minister's residence in Jerusalem on April 7, 2025.
Families of Israelis held hostage by Hamas terrorists in Gaza and supporters attend a protest calling for their release, outside the Prime Minister's residence in Jerusalem on April 7, 2025.
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IDF to expand operations in Gaza, sounds of explosions expected to be heard in South - report

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Netanyahu defends Shin Bet appointment, lauds Zini's report written before Oct. 7

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Rocket fired from Gaza intercepted by IAF, triggers sirens in Gaza border area

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Palestinian faction heads in Syria leave after harassment, property seizure by new gov't - report

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Fifth round of nuclear talks between Iran and US set to begin in Rome

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 Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is welcomed by an unidentified Omani official upon his arrival in Muscat, Oman, May 11, 2025.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is welcomed by an unidentified Omani official upon his arrival in Muscat, Oman, May 11, 2025.
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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 Gaza border communities.
  • 58 hostages remain in Gaza.
  • 49 hostages in total have been killed in captivity, IDF says.
  • The IDF launched a ground invasion of Lebanon on September 30.
  • The Israel-Lebanon ceasefire came into effect on November 27 at 4 a.m.
  • Netanyahu confirmed the first phase of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire on January 17, 2025.