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Monday, Jan 19, 2026
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Key Developments in the Israel-Hamas War
On October 7, 2023, Hamas fighters infiltrated Israel, sparking a severe military response in Gaza. This war has led to major incidents, including a ground invasion, a brief truce with hostage exchanges, deadly food stampedes, and regional escalations involving Iran and Hezbollah. Key operations in southern Gaza and interventions by international bodies like the International Court of Justice highlight the conflict's complexity and broad impact.
The Israel-Hamas war, initiated by a significant attack on October 7, 2023, by Hamas fighters infiltrating Israel, leading to a severe military response from Israel in Gaza.
Key moments include the initial Hamas attack killing civilians and taking hostages, Israel's ground invasion starting on October 27, a brief truce with hostage exchanges on November 24, a major call from the International Court of Justice to prevent acts of genocide on January 26, and various deadly incidents involving aid workers, food stampedes, and regional escalations involving other players like Iran and Hezbollah.
Notable moments also include significant operations in Rafah and the south of Gaza, as well as fears of a broader regional conflict with Yemen and Lebanon involved.
Key moments include the initial Hamas attack killing civilians and taking hostages, Israel's ground invasion starting on October 27, a brief truce with hostage exchanges on November 24, a major call from the International Court of Justice to prevent acts of genocide on January 26, and various deadly incidents involving aid workers, food stampedes, and regional escalations involving other players like Iran and Hezbollah.
Notable moments also include significant operations in Rafah and the south of Gaza, as well as fears of a broader regional conflict with Yemen and Lebanon involved.
