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Israeli minister warns Gaza City could be destroyed

Israeli minister warns Gaza City could be destroyed

As Israel readies a takeover of Gaza City, its defence minister warns Hamas that the "gates of hell" will be opened unless the group accepts Israeli terms.

Israel to begin Gaza ceasefire talks to end war: PM

Israel to begin Gaza ceasefire talks to end war: PM

Israel to begin Gaza ceasefire talks to end war: PM

Israel to begin Gaza ceasefire talks to end war: PM

The wide-scale operation in Gaza City could start within days after Benjamin Netanyahu grants final approval at a meeting with senior security officials.

Israel keeps pressure on Gaza City before offensive

Israel keeps pressure on Gaza City before offensive

Israel keeps pressure on Gaza City before offensive

Israel keeps pressure on Gaza City before offensive

Israeli bombardments continue on Gaza City, residents say, as Benjamin Netanyahu's government meets to discuss plans to seize the densely populated centre.

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UN's desperate ceasefire appeal before Gaza operation

UN's desperate ceasefire appeal before Gaza operation

Israeli forces say they are already "holding the outskirts of Gaza City," ahead of an expected military operation to take over the city.

Big call-up as Israel plans a new phase of war in Gaza

Big call-up as Israel plans a new phase of war in Gaza

Tens of thousands of Israeli reservists are being brought in for an expanded military operation in Gaza City, which could be launched within days.

Israel weighs Hamas response to Gaza ceasefire proposal

Israel weighs Hamas response to Gaza ceasefire proposal

Qatari negotiators say Hamas have approved a 60-day truce deal that includes "a pathway to a comprehensive agreement to end the war" in the Gaza Strip.

Israel studying Hamas reply to Gaza ceasefire proposal

Israel studying Hamas reply to Gaza ceasefire proposal

Hamas has accepted a new proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza including a 60-day truce and release of some hostages, and Israel is considering its response.

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Hamas accepts proposed deal for ceasefire with Israel

Hamas accepts proposed deal for ceasefire with Israel

Hamas accepts proposed deal for ceasefire with Israel

Hamas accepts proposed deal for ceasefire with Israel

Hamas says it has accepted a new proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza, as the world awaits Israel's response.

Palestinians leave Gaza City ahead of Israeli offensive

Palestinians leave Gaza City ahead of Israeli offensive

Palestinians leave Gaza City ahead of Israeli offensive

Palestinians leave Gaza City ahead of Israeli offensive

Fearing a deadly new Israeli offensive, some Palestinians are evacuating eastern Gaza City as calls for a ceasefire intensify.

Israelis in nationwide protests to demand end to war

Israelis in nationwide protests to demand end to war

Israelis in nationwide protests to demand end to war

Israelis in nationwide protests to demand end to war

Thousands of Israelis have joined protests across the country demanding an end to the war in Gaza and the return of the remaining hostages.

'Terrible' judging as Aussie's Riyadh title hunt undone

'Terrible' judging as Aussie's Riyadh title hunt undone

'Terrible' judging as Aussie's Riyadh title hunt undone

'Terrible' judging as Aussie's Riyadh title hunt undone

Australian Sam Goodman was not rewarded for his impressive ring craft in a unanimous points loss to England champion Nick Ball in their Riyadh title fight.

Boomers hit the heights to power into Asia Cup final

Boomers hit the heights to power into Asia Cup final

Boomers hit the heights to power into Asia Cup final

Boomers hit the heights to power into Asia Cup final

A spectacular all-round team effort provided the platform for Australia to set up an Asian Cup final with China by brushing aside Iran in Jeddah.

Families in Gaza drink water that makes them sick

Families in Gaza drink water that makes them sick

Families in Gaza drink water that makes them sick

Families in Gaza drink water that makes them sick

People in Gaza are struggling to secure enough water for drinking and sanitation as a heatwave takes hold.

Aussie can 'shock the world' in title redemption shot

Aussie can 'shock the world' in title redemption shot

Aussie can 'shock the world' in title redemption shot

Aussie can 'shock the world' in title redemption shot

His title dreams - and million-dollar payday - dashed by injury, Sam Goodman will step up a division to knock off England's only male boxing world champion.

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Israel moves to 'bury' idea of Palestinian state

The Palestinian government has condemned Israel's latest scheme on the fate of Palestinians, calling it illegal

Netanyahu says he will allow Palestinians to leave Gaza

Benjamin Netanyahu wants to relocate much of Gaza’s population of more than million people through what he refers to as “voluntary migration".

High-flying Boomers through to Asian Cup semi-finals

Defending champs Australia are just two wins away from successfully defending their Asian Cup basketball title after beating the Philippines in the quarters.

Hamas at talks, while Israel says Gazans free to exit

Israel is again inviting Palestinians to leave Gaza as a planned takeover looms, while a top Hamas official has spoken to mediators about a potential ceasefire.

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Israel bombs Gaza amid call for action against famine

"Famine is unfolding before our eyes," and urgent action is needed in the Gaza Strip, the foreign ministers of 24 countries say.

Israel pummels Gaza City, as Hamas leader due for talks

Israel's bombardment of Gaza City continues, while a senior Hamas leader is expected in Cairo for talks to revive deadlocked ceasefire talks.

Israel's Gaza City offensive may be weeks away

There are some indications Israel's new offensive in Gaza City could take weeks to start.

Strikes on Gaza escalate after vow to expand offensive

Israeli airstrikes on Gaza City have intensified, just hours after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu revealed more details of a new offensive in the enclave.

Israel faces growing calls to scrap Gaza offensive plan

International condemnation is growing over Israel’s plan for a military takeover of Gaza City ahead of an emergency United Nations Security Council meeting.

Boomers down Qatar, go unbeaten into Asia Cup quarters

Jaylin Galloway won a second straight player of the match award as he led the Boomers unbeaten into the Asia Cup quarter-finals with a win over Qatar.

Israel faces backlash over Gaza war escalation plan

The United Nations Security Council will have an emergency meeting on Israel's plans to escalate its military offensive in Gaza.

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