11 October 2023 - Israel Special Weapons News

The IDF Struck an Important Hamas Operational, Political and Military Center in Gaza—the Islamic University. Israel Defense Forces 11 Oct 2023
Daily Recap: October 11th, 2023: 20:30 Israel Defense Forces 11 Oct 2023

Joint Statement by PM Netanyahu and National Unity Chairman MK Gantz Israel - Prime Minister 11 Oct 2023
PM Netanyahu Speaks Again with US President Joe Biden Israel - Prime Minister 11 Oct 2023
Readout of President Biden and Vice President Harris' Call with Prime Minister Netanyahu The White House 11 Oct 2023
Israel Forms Emergency Unity Government to Better Fight Hamas VOA 11 Oct 2023
Prevention of Possible Terrorist Attacks Key Goal of Israeli Operation - Foreign Ministry Sputnik 11 Oct 2023 -- The key goal of Israel's ongoing military operation is to prevent all possible scenarios of terrorist attacks against the country, Foreign ministry spokesman Lior Ben Dor told Sputnik on Wednesday.

Israeli death toll reaches 1,200 in Hamas attack: Army People's Daily 11 Oct 2023 -- Number of fatalities in Hamas' attack on Israel has reached at least 1,200, an Israeli military spokesperson said on Wednesday.
Gaza health ministry: 1,100 Palestinian killed in incessant Israeli bombardment Press TV 11 Oct 2023 -- The death toll from Israel's attacks on the Gaza Strip continues to climb, with the Health Ministry there announcing that at least 1,100 Palestinians, including 326 children, have been killed in more than five days of Israeli bombardment of the besieged territory.
Israel bombs residential areas in Gaza for 5th day in a row Press TV 11 Oct 2023 -- Israel has launched a fresh round of airstrikes on the besieged Gaza Strip on the fifth day of Operation Al-Aqsa Storm, the largest military operation by the Palestinian resistance groups against the occupying entity in decades.
Hamas blasts Biden's 'inflammatory remarks' about group, Palestinians in Gaza Strip Press TV 11 Oct 2023 -- Hamas has condemned the latest remarks by US President Joe Biden about the resistance movement and Palestinians living in the besieged Gaza Strip, saying the "inflammatory" comments aim to "escalate the tension by the barbaric Zionist regime against Palestinian people."
Palestinian envoy calls Israeli war on Gaza, threat for complete siege 'genocidal' Press TV 11 Oct 2023 -- The Palestinian envoy to the United Nations has issued a vehement condemnation of the Israeli regime's underway indiscriminate war against the Gaza Strip, and its threat to bring the entire coastal sliver under an all-out siege.
Cease-fire appeals amplify as Gaza conflict escalates People's Daily 11 Oct 2023 -- Appeals for a cease-fire and minimizing civilian suffering are growing louder around the world as the Israel-Palestine conflict entered the fourth day.
Death toll from Israeli attacks on Gaza rises to 830, death toll from Hamas surprise attack hits 1,008 in Israel People's Daily 11 Oct 2023 -- The following are the latest developments related to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict:
Israel bolsters forces on border with Gaza as regional powers scramble to mediate People's Daily 11 Oct 2023 -- Israel intensified on Tuesday its airstrikes on the Gaza Strip and bolstered its forces along the border, the fourth day of one of the most intense clashes between Israel and Hamas militants in decades.
Ministry confirms Israel's deployment of white phosphorous bombs against Gaza Press TV 11 Oct 2023 -- The health ministry in the Gaza Strip, which has come under an all-out Israeli war, has confirmed the regime's deployment of banned white phosphorous munitions against a densely populated neighborhood in the coastal sliver.

UNRWA Situation Report # 4 on the Gaza Strip and the West Bank(including East Jerusalem) UNRWA 11 Oct 2023
Secretary-General's remarks to the press on the situation in the Middle East UN Secretary-General 11 Oct 2023
UN chief urges immediate action to prevent Israel-Gaza conflict spillover UN News 11 Oct 2023 -- UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Wednesday voiced grave concern over the escalating conflict in Israel and Gaza and stressed the need to prevent the violence from spreading into the wider region.
UN Chief: Middle East Conflict Must Not Spread VOA 11 Oct 2023 -- United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres appealed Wednesday to the parties in the Middle East to prevent a spillover of the conflict, as Israelis in the country's north took shelter while incoming fire was reported from South Lebanon.

Iran ready to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza: FM Amirabdollahian IRNA 11 Oct 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has voiced Tehran's readiness to send humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip, adding that Tehran expects the United Nations to take immediate and uninterrupted action to pave the way for the shipment of water, food, and humanitarian supplies to Gaza.
Zionist regime's actions in Gaza war crime against humanity: Iran FM IRNA 11 Oct 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has termed Zionist regime's actions in Gaza as the mass punishment and systematic crimes against humanity.
Iran dismisses Arab-EU statement on triple islands IRNA 11 Oct 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has reiterated Iran's sovereignty over the three Persian Gulf islands of Bu Musa, Lesser Tunb and Greater Tunb while rejecting claims raised in a joint statement issued at the end of a ministerial meeting between members of the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (PGCC) and the European Union countries.
Continuation of blockade of Gaza to only make conditions more complicated: Iran FM ISNA 11 Oct 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has held talks with Ms. Mirjana Spoljaric Egger, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), over the developments in Palestine.
Iran announces readiness to host OIC extraordinary meeting on Palestine ISNA 11 Oct 2023 -- The Islamic Republic of Iran's Permanent Mission in the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in Jeddah sent an official letter to the secretariat of the organization, announcing Iran's readiness to host an emergency meeting of the foreign ministers of the organization on Palestine.
Iranian foreign minister: Israel is accountable for Gaza humanitarian crisis Press TV 11 Oct 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian holds Israel accountable for the unfolding humanitarian crisis in the besieged Gaza Strip as trapped residents are cut off from food, water and electricity, voicing Iran's readiness to send humanitarian aid to the region.
Iran rejects EU-GCC claims on Persian Gulf islands Press TV 11 Oct 2023 -- Tehran has rejected anti-Iran claims raised by foreign ministers of the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the European Union (EU), reiterating full sovereignty over the three Persian Gulf islands of Abu Musa, the Greater and Lesser Tunbs.
Palestinian resistance 100% behind decision to launch Al-Aqsa Storm: Iran FM Press TV 11 Oct 2023 -- Iran's foreign minister has rejected claims that countries other than Palestine are behind the "courageous" operation against Israel, saying the Palestinian resistance itself made the decision to launch it.
Iran FM: Israel seeks to raze besieged Gaza Strip, massacre its residents Press TV 11 Oct 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has warned that the Israeli regime is seeking to raze the entire Gaza Strip and massacre its residents.
FM Amirabdollahian talks with counterparts on al-Aqsa Storm developments IRNA 11 Oct 2023 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahiab has held phone calls with foreign ministers of Egypt, Russia and Kuwait to discuss the situation in Palestine and other regional issues.

Assisted-departure flights for Australians Australia MFA 11 Oct 2023 -- Today we announce the Australian Government will begin the assisted-departure of Australians affected by the situation in Israel and Gaza.
Government of Canada helping Canadians affected by crisis in Israel, West Bank and Gaza Strip Canada 11 Oct 2023 -- The situation in Israel and the West Bank and the Gaza Strip remains volatile and is deteriorating rapidly. Canada's missions in the region are actively monitoring the situation and working with partners and like-minded governments, as well as with the international community, to address the situation.
Federal Council condemns terrorist attacks by Hamas in Israel and enhances Switzerland's capacity to act Federal Council - Swiss Government 11 Oct 2023 -- At its meeting on 11 October 2023, the Federal Council discussed the recent outrageous attacks carried out by Hamas from the Gaza Strip against civilians in Israel. It condemns these terrorist acts in the strongest terms and calls for the immediate release of the hostages held by Hamas. In view of the situation, Switzerland must be able to act effectively and in a coordinated fashion. To this end, the Federal Council has decided to expand the task force set up by the FDFA, and convert it into a Federal Council task force. The Federal Council takes the stance that Hamas should be considered a terrorist organisation.
Foreign Minister Tsahkna discussed the situation in Israel at an emergency meeting of EU foreign ministers Estonia MFA 11 Oct 2023 -- Yesterday 10 October, Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna attended an emergency video meeting of European Union foreign ministers to discuss the attacks launched by the Hamas terrorist organisation against Israel, and the current situation.
Evacuation flight from Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Finland 11 Oct 2023 -- The Ministry for Foreign Affairs is preparing an evacuation flight for Finnish citizens and permanent residents of Finland who need help leaving Israel and the Palestinian territory.
Finland to launch review of development cooperation with Palestine Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Finland 11 Oct 2023 -- Finland unequivocally condemns the assault against Israel by the terrorist organisation Hamas. Following the escalation of the situation, Finland will review its Country Programme for development cooperation in Palestine. In this way, Finland can verify that its support is targeted correctly. The report will be submitted to Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Ville Tavio.
China calls for implementing the two-state solution to fundamentally resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict Global Times 11 Oct 2023 -- Zhai Jun, special envoy of the Chinese government on the Middle East issue, had a phone call on Tuesday with an official from the Egyptian Foreign Ministry. Zhai said that the fundamental solution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict lies in implementing the two-state solution, and that China is willing to promote an immediate ceasefire and cessation of violence, and to provide humanitarian support to the Palestinian people.
Norway to help citizens to fly home Government of Norway 11 Oct 2023 -- Norway is now arranging for an aircraft to transport Norwegian citizens home from Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv.
Sweden's aid to Palestine suspended Government Offices of Sweden 11 Oct 2023 -- In response to the attacks against Israel by the terrorist organisation Hamas, the Government will suspend aid to Palestine until further notice. At the same time, Sida will be instructed to conduct a review of aid to Palestine and report on this by 1 December 2023.
Lithuania's Foreign Minister Landsbergis discussed the Hamas attack in Cairo: "The Middle East region hopes that Europe will contribute to a constructive solution of the conflict between the countries" Lithuania MFA 11 Oct 2023 -- On Wednesday, Lithuania's Minister of Foreign Affairs Gabrielius Landsbergis is visiting Cairo, where he met with the Secretary-General of the Arab League Ahmed Aboul Gheit.
Russia fully supports establishment of Palestinian state: Putin Press TV 11 Oct 2023 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin says Moscow has always fully supported the establishment of a Palestinian state, as the Israeli regime is ceaselessly pounding the besieged Gaza Strip with barrages of missile attacks.
Iraq's Hezbollah vows to target US bases if Washington aids Israel Press TV 11 Oct 2023 -- Iraq's anti-terror group Kata'ib Hezbollah has threatened to target American bases in Iraq and the entire region if the United States intervenes in the ongoing fighting between Palestinian resistance fighters and the Israeli regime.
Russia Maintains Dialogue With Both Israel, Palestine, Balanced Approach Vital - Kremlin Sputnik 11 Oct 2023 -- Russia maintains dialogue both with Israel and Palestine, it is important to maintain a balanced approach in order to participate in the settlement process, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Wednesday.
"Everyone must avoid impulsive decisions aimed at punishing the Palestinian people collectively" Presidency of The Republic of Turkey 11 Oct 2023 -- Addressing AK Party's group meeting at the GNAT, President Erdoğan said: "Everyone must avoid impulsive decisions aimed at punishing the Palestinian people collectively, such as cutting off humanitarian aid. Taking a side blindly between the parties, which should both be criticized and supported given the methods they employ and their consequences, will only exacerbate the crisis."
Foreign Secretary visits Israel to underline UK's unwavering solidarity in the face of terror UK FCDO 11 Oct 2023 -- Foreign Secretary James Cleverly visited Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and southern Israel to underline UK's unwavering solidarity in the face of terror.
Arab World Expresses Support for Gaza as Hamas-Israel War Enters Fifth Day VOA 11 Oct 2023 -- Palestinians are receiving support from various parts of the Arab world as the conflict between Hamas and Israel enters its fifth day.
Israel-Hamas Conflict Challenges China's Diplomatic Efforts in Middle East: Analysts VOA 11 Oct 2023 -- The conflict between Israel and Hamas is prompting increased scrutiny of China's role as a potential mediator in the Middle East. Analysts say the vagueness of Beijing's condemnation of the terrorist attacks on Israel is consistent with China's policy of noninterference in global conflicts and reflects the limit of Beijing's diplomatic efforts in the Middle East.
China Moves to Condemn Attacks After Schumer Pressure VOA 11 Oct 2023 -- After being pressured by U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, Beijing has condemned the attacks launched by Hamas in Israel but did so without naming Hamas.
Erdogan, Putin discuss ongoing Israeli-Palestinian tensions People's Daily 11 Oct 2023 -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan held a phone talk with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on Tuesday, discussing the ongoing Palestinian-Israeli tensions.
About 1,000 Ukrainians Seek Evacuation From Israel, Ambassador Says RFE/RL 11 Oct 2023 -- Ukraine's ambassador to Israel says about 1,000 Ukrainian citizens have turned to the Ukrainian Embassy in Tel Aviv asking for help to be evacuated to Ukraine to escape the war between Hamas and Israel.

Gaza's Past and Present Explained VOA 11 Oct 2023 -- A reported 1,200 Israeli civilians, including women and children as young as infants, were slaughtered in Hamas' assault on Southern Israel this weekend. Many Israelis are still unaccounted for.
Analysts Examine Israel's Security Failures in Hamas Attack VOA 11 Oct 2023 -- Analysts point to numerous security failures by Israel's intelligence and military apparatus ahead of Hamas' unprecedented attack on Israel.

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11 October 2023 - Israel Special Weapons News