Tensions in the Middle East escalated dramatically as Iran launched a massive retaliatory drone strike against Israel, firing approximately 100 drones on Friday following Israel’s surprise offensive on key Iranian nuclear and military facilities.

Amidst escalating tensions over Iran's nuclear program, Israel launched preemptive strikes targeting Iranian nuclear and military sites, resulting in casualties, including key military and nuclear personnel.

Hamas is reportedly calling for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to remain in discussions on a permanent cease-fire after an initial release of hostages is completed as part of a US-backed peace proposal handed over to the terror group.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his coalition survived an attempt to dissolve Knesset as ultra-Orthodox lawmakers reach a compromise with a Likud leader over military exemptions.

Amid reports of a deal that would include a ceasefire, wounded soldiers who fought in the war are calling on the prime minister to continue the fighting until Hamas is defeated.

In a move that has ignited both debate and a glimmer of a new strategy, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed that Israel is providing arms to a clan within the Gaza Strip to challenge Hamas.

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