Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - Update from 2024-05-12 at 20:02
HEADLINES
- New Israel Fund raises $750,000 for Gaza humanitarian aid amid Israel-Hamas conflict
- Israeli forces launch ground and air operation in southern Gaza Strip targeting Hamas
- UN faces scrutiny over inconsistent casualty reporting in Gaza conflict
The time is now 08:00 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
In the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, the New Israel Fund has raised an unprecedented $750,000 to support humanitarian efforts in Gaza. The funds, gathered from grassroots donors worldwide, will aid organizations like the World Central Kitchen and the International Rescue Committee in providing assistance to Palestinian civilians in Gaza. This marks the first time the NIF has raised money for programs outside of Israel, emphasizing the importance of humanitarian aid in the region.
Simultaneously, Israeli forces have launched a ground and air operation in the southern Gaza Strip, specifically in the eastern part of Rafah. Displaced Palestinians are evacuating tent camps as part of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. The military operation targets Hamas infrastructure and terrorists in various areas, including Jabalya, Zeitun, and the Rafah Crossing. The IDF's multi-brigade assault involves airstrikes and ground engagements to neutralize terror-related sites and combat Hamas militants.
Additionally, a tragic incident occurred in the northern Druze-majority town of Isfiya, where a 25-year-old man, Omri Fero, was shot dead by two assailants in a suspected turf war between rival crime families. This incident adds to the escalating violence in the Arab community, with Fero being the town's fifth homicide victim in a month. Law enforcement struggles to address the surge in gang-related violence, with concerns raised about the failure to curb the violence and protect citizens.
Moreover, concerning reports have emerged regarding the United Nations' inconsistent reporting of casualty counts in Gaza. The UN's numbers for women and children casualties have shown discrepancies, with figures being altered without clear explanations. Hamas's Health Ministry has also acknowledged incomplete data about a significant portion of reported Palestinian casualties, raising questions about the accuracy and manipulation of casualty figures in the conflict.
In a separate development, Hezbollah has unveiled a new heavy rocket named after Jihad Mughniyeh, son of senior Hezbollah figure Imad Mughniyeh, in attacks on Israel. This demonstration of military firepower underscores the ongoing tensions in the region and the involvement of various militant groups in the conflict. The unveiling of this new rocket signifies Hezbollah's continued aggression towards Israel and the volatile nature of the security situation in the area.
Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update.
I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed.
Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view. Find the code and more details in the podcast description.
SOURCES
https://www.jpost.com/israel-hamas-war/article-800961
https://www.ynetnews.com/magazine/article/syb0ajcf0
https://www.ynetnews.com/article/sk8t1a0m0
https://www.jpost.com/israel-hamas-war/article-800960
https://www.timesofisrael.com/25-year-old-man-shot-dead-in-northern-druze-majority-town-of-isfiya/
https://worldisraelnews.com/un-caught-cutting-casualty-count-for-women-and-children-in-gaza-by-half/
https://www.ynetnews.com/article/byq15nafr
- New Israel Fund raises $750,000 for Gaza humanitarian aid amid Israel-Hamas conflict
- Israeli forces launch ground and air operation in southern Gaza Strip targeting Hamas
- UN faces scrutiny over inconsistent casualty reporting in Gaza conflict
The time is now 08:00 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.
In the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, the New Israel Fund has raised an unprecedented $750,000 to support humanitarian efforts in Gaza. The funds, gathered from grassroots donors worldwide, will aid organizations like the World Central Kitchen and the International Rescue Committee in providing assistance to Palestinian civilians in Gaza. This marks the first time the NIF has raised money for programs outside of Israel, emphasizing the importance of humanitarian aid in the region.
Simultaneously, Israeli forces have launched a ground and air operation in the southern Gaza Strip, specifically in the eastern part of Rafah. Displaced Palestinians are evacuating tent camps as part of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. The military operation targets Hamas infrastructure and terrorists in various areas, including Jabalya, Zeitun, and the Rafah Crossing. The IDF's multi-brigade assault involves airstrikes and ground engagements to neutralize terror-related sites and combat Hamas militants.
Additionally, a tragic incident occurred in the northern Druze-majority town of Isfiya, where a 25-year-old man, Omri Fero, was shot dead by two assailants in a suspected turf war between rival crime families. This incident adds to the escalating violence in the Arab community, with Fero being the town's fifth homicide victim in a month. Law enforcement struggles to address the surge in gang-related violence, with concerns raised about the failure to curb the violence and protect citizens.
Moreover, concerning reports have emerged regarding the United Nations' inconsistent reporting of casualty counts in Gaza. The UN's numbers for women and children casualties have shown discrepancies, with figures being altered without clear explanations. Hamas's Health Ministry has also acknowledged incomplete data about a significant portion of reported Palestinian casualties, raising questions about the accuracy and manipulation of casualty figures in the conflict.
In a separate development, Hezbollah has unveiled a new heavy rocket named after Jihad Mughniyeh, son of senior Hezbollah figure Imad Mughniyeh, in attacks on Israel. This demonstration of military firepower underscores the ongoing tensions in the region and the involvement of various militant groups in the conflict. The unveiling of this new rocket signifies Hezbollah's continued aggression towards Israel and the volatile nature of the security situation in the area.
Thank you for tuning in to this Israel Today: Ongoing War Report update.
I'm Noa Levi. Stay safe and informed.
Keep in mind that this AI-generated report may contain occasional inaccuracies, so consult multiple sources for a comprehensive view. Find the code and more details in the podcast description.
SOURCES
https://www.jpost.com/israel-hamas-war/article-800961
https://www.ynetnews.com/magazine/article/syb0ajcf0
https://www.ynetnews.com/article/sk8t1a0m0
https://www.jpost.com/israel-hamas-war/article-800960
https://www.timesofisrael.com/25-year-old-man-shot-dead-in-northern-druze-majority-town-of-isfiya/
https://worldisraelnews.com/un-caught-cutting-casualty-count-for-women-and-children-in-gaza-by-half/
https://www.ynetnews.com/article/byq15nafr
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