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The latest world reporting from The Belfast Herald.
Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip killed at least 16 Palestinians, including in Deir al-Balah and the Bureij refugee camp, according to the Gaza Health Ministry and Al Jazeera reporting.
Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani says his country is re-engaging in efforts to secure a Gaza ceasefire, citing renewed encouragement from the incoming US administration.
Israeli forces conducted drone strikes on the northern and western sides of Kamal Adwan Hospital in Beit Lahia, Gaza Strip, killing at least 29 Palestinians. Subsequent raids resulted in the deaths of four doctors and widespread destruction of medical infrastructure.
An Israeli strike near Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza killed a 16-year-old boy in a wheelchair and injured at least 12 others, including medical staff. The hospital director reported the attack occurred at the emergency entrance during patient transfer.
Hamas releases a propaganda video showing Israeli American hostage Edan Alexander.
The Biden administration has provisionally approved a $680 million military arms package to Israel, including small diameter bombs and JDAMs, as ceasefire talks progress. The move follows a U.S.-brokered agreement for Israel to withdraw from Lebanon within 60 days.
At least six people were killed in Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip, including in Nuseirat, Maghazi, and Rafah. The Israel Defense Forces issued a new evacuation order for Shuja'iyya in Gaza City.