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Israeli Strikes Intensify as Netanyahu Defiant at UN, With Reports Hinting at Hostage Deal

A Haaretz account of tentative Hamas assent to a US‑backed release plan shifts attention to possible negotiations.

Overview

  • Local rescuers reported at least 23 people killed Saturday across Gaza as the Israeli army said it struck more than 140 targets in 24 hours and ordered new evacuations in Gaza City, with the overall death toll cited by the UN at about 65,926.
  • Médecins Sans Frontières said it has suspended activities in Gaza City, citing an unacceptable risk to staff and encircled clinics as operations intensified.
  • In a combative UN address, Benjamin Netanyahu rejected genocide allegations, pledged to “finish the job” against Hamas and had his speech broadcast toward Gaza via loudspeakers, drawing walkouts from some delegates.
  • Haaretz reported that Hamas has accepted in principle a 21‑point, US‑backed framework to free hostages, a developing claim tied to a meeting expected Monday between President Donald Trump and Netanyahu.
  • Public pressure mounted with thousands rallying in Tel‑Aviv to urge a deal for captives and a large Berlin march calling for an end to Israel’s offensive in Gaza.