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Israel on Saturday made for one of the most violent and deadly days of fighting in the region in decades. Hamas, the militant group that controls the Gaza Strip, launched a series of rocket strikes that hit major cities across Israel, and it sent waves of fighters across the border into southern Israel, where they took over bases and seized hostages. Here's a timeline of what happened Saturday and into Sunday in Israel and Gaza (times are local): 6:35 a.m.: The first sirens warn of incoming rockets in central and southern Israel. This is the start of Hamas' firing what will be thousands of rockets at Israel, striking even major cities like Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Muhammad Deif, the leader of the military wing of Hamas, said in a recorded message that the group had decided to launch what he called an «operation» so that «the enemy will understand that the time of their rampaging without accountability has ended.»

Israel continued for the second day. Israel pounded targets in Gaza after militants launched a surprise attack in the early hours of Saturday, which was a major Jewish holiday.

Middle East for a new era. But the old Middle East, it turns out, still has something to say about it. The stunning Hamas assault on Israel on Saturday served as a gut-wrenching reminder that the decades-old conflict with Palestinians remains a cancer that has not gone away even as leaders in Washington, Jerusalem, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and other Arab capitals would prefer to focus on building a revamped region. U.S. officials said it was too early to say whether the attack was explicitly motivated by a desire by Hamas or its patron Iran to disrupt President Joe Biden's effort to broker a landmark deal between Israel and Saudi Arabia that would profoundly reorient the Middle East. But they acknowledged that it could complicate the already delicate negotiations and make it that much harder to reach an agreement akin to the Abraham Accords between Israel and smaller Arab nations. Also Read: Israel Palestine War Live Updates: At least 500 dead in Israel and Gaza after Hamas attack; Indian students get in touch with Embassy «This will slow considerably if not kill the Saudi Abraham Accords deal,» said Mara Rudman, a former Middle East peace diplomat under President Barack Obama. «It strikes at the heart of key elements for Saudi entry, a pathway forward for Palestinians in West Bank and Gaza,» she added. «And on the Israeli side, there will be zero appetite across a wide political spectrum for helping Palestinians, despite the fact that so doing could actually enhance, not detract from, Israeli security.»

deadliest attack on Israel that killed over 250 people and injured several others, said diplomats on Saturday. In an official statement, UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric said, “UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned the attack by Hamas and urged all diplomatic efforts to avoid a wider conflagration." "The Secretary-General is deeply concerned for the civilian population and urges maximum restraint. Civilians must be respected and protected in accordance with international humanitarian law at all times," Dujarric said as quoted by Reuters. Israel has declared a “state of war" after Palestinian militants fired more than 5,000 rockets from the Gaza Strip toward Israel, killing at least 250 people and wounding several others.

sneaking into its territory and firing at least 5,000 missiles rockets at it. Prasad, the Indian, said more than 5,000 rockets have been fired on Israel and “we are in deep trouble".

rockets were fired at Israel from the blockaded Gaza Strip at dawn on Saturday as militants from the Palestinian enclave infiltrated Israel, with at least one person killed, the army and medics said. Rockets streamed across the sky repeatedly after the first launches from multiple locations across the Palestinian territory from 06:30 am (0330 GMT), AFP journalists in Gaza City reported. The outbreak of conflict follows months of surging violence in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with fatalities in the occupied West Bank hitting a scale not seen in years. Air raid sirens wailed across Israel's south and central areas, with the Israeli army urging the public to stay near bomb shelters. AFP journalists in Jerusalem heard multiple rockets being intercepted, with sirens blaring across the city on more occasions than in any Gaza conflict in the past three years. The armed wing of the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas said it was behind the aerial assault, claiming its militants had launched more than 5,000 rockets. «We decided to put an end to all the crimes of the occupation (Israel), their time for rampaging without being held accountable is over,» the Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades said. «We announce Operation Al-Aqsa Flood and we fired, in the first strike of 20 minutes, more than 5,000 rockets.» Israel's military said Hamas launched «massive shooting of rockets», while at the same time «terrorists infiltrated into Israeli territory in a number of different locations.» Hamas «will face the consequences and responsibility for these events», an army statement said. A woman in her 60s was killed «due to a direct hit» in Israel, the Magen David Adom emergency services said. Fifteen others were wounded, two of them

AFP journalist and medics said that at least one person had been killed in Israel. The early morning barrage lasted more than 30 minutes. Its sound could be heard in Haza and sirens wailed as far away as Tel Aviv, according to a report published by The Associated Press.

The Jerusalem Post citing the report, Riyadh has communicated through the United States that the "extremist" character of Israel's right-wing government, led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, is obstructing any potential improvement in relations with the Palestinians, consequently affecting ties with Saudi Arabia. The report also mentioned that Saudi Arabia was discouraged from pursuing a potential peace agreement because of Netanyahu's willingness to accommodate the demands of individuals like National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, whom the Saudis perceive as being from the "far-right" political spectrum.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office says he will meet billionaire businessman Elon Musk during a trip to the United States next week

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office says he will meet billionaire businessman Elon Musk during a trip to the United States next week

Israeli drama series 'Fauda' can rejoice as it's been officially confirmed that the show will be returning for a fifth season.

Israeli authorities say they plan to reopen the main commercial crossing to Gaza after it was closed earlier this week, harming producers across the embattled territory

Moshe Hogeg, a notable figure in the cryptocurrency sector and the former owner of Beitar Jerusalem FC, is now under intense scrutiny as Israeli police have officially recommended pressing charges against him. These allegations, which have been building over a two-year investigation, include fraud, theft, money laundering, and sex crimes.

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JERUSALEM/TRIPOLI (Reuters) — Libya's prime minister suspended Foreign Minister Najla Mangoush on Sunday and referred her for investigation after Israel said its Foreign Minister Eli Cohen had met her last week despite the countries not having formal relations.

Police in Israel have reportedly accused entrepreneur Moshe Hogeg of defrauding users out of roughly $290 million through scams involving crypto projects.

Business tycoon and former owner of Beitar Jerusalem FC, Moshe Hogeg, has been accused by the Israeli police of orchestrating a $290 million crypto scam.

Israel’s Defense Ministry says it has secured its largest-ever defense deal selling a sophisticated missile defense system to Germany for $3.5 billion

Doreen Mantle, renowned for her captivating roles in iconic shows, such as One Foot In The Grave, has passed away at the age of 97. Her agent confirmed that she peacefully departed in the comfort of her home. Mantle gained widespread recognition for her portrayal of Jean Warboys, the endearingly vexing friend of Victor Meldrew's wife, in the beloved BBC comedy series. Her talent graced other prominent productions as well, including appearances in the BBC detective series Father Brown, the medical drama Doctors, and a notable role as Joy Fishwick in ITV's Coronation Street. Her versatile career encompassed an array of credits, with standout performances in My Family, Dirk Gently, Jam And Jerusalem, Doc Martin, Jonathan Creek and Yentl. In a testament to her skill, Mantle earned an esteemed Olivier Award in 1979 for her compelling contribution to Death Of A Salesman at the National Theatre. Additionally, Mantle's theatrical achievements extended to her one-woman show, My Truth and Reconciliation, and notable appearances in plays, such as 84 Charing Cross Road and Billy Liar. Her legacy lives on through her two sons, four grandchildren, and a cherished brother.

JERUSALEM (Reuters) -Israeli security forces shot dead three Palestinian militants in the occupied West Bank on Sunday, Israeli police said, drawing threats of revenge by Palestinian militant factions.

An American billionaire and major donor to a Jerusalem think tank backing the Israeli government’s divisive judicial overhaul says that he will stop giving to the conservative group