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Six Killed in Jerusalem Shooting as Israel Orders Gaza City Evacuations and Signals Ground Push

A new U.S.-backed hostage proposal is in play following Israeli threats of a larger Gaza City operation.

Overview

  • Two Palestinian gunmen opened fire at Jerusalem’s Ramot Junction bus stop, killing six people and wounding more than 20 before a security officer and a civilian shot them dead, officials said.
  • Israeli leaders vowed retaliation, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu telling Gaza City residents to leave and warning of an expanded ground manoeuvre as the military levels additional high‑rises.
  • The IDF said it was encircling areas on the outskirts of Ramallah and ordered closures where the gunmen originated, while police reported arrests linked to the attack.
  • Hamas praised the Jerusalem shooting and said it was engaging with mediators on a new U.S. cease-fire and hostage deal, which Israeli officials said they accept, as Hamas reiterated demands for a full withdrawal and an end to the war.
  • Gaza health authorities reported dozens killed in intensified strikes and aid groups warned of mass displacement and famine conditions as evacuation leaflets again urged civilians to move toward al‑Mawasi.