BREAKING....Thread 7...Israel At War...OPERATION SWORDS OF IRON

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"I believe that Israel, in its understandable rage, is also making a massive mistake," Merkley warned. "By waging a war that generates a shocking level of civilian carnage rather than a targeted campaign against Hamas, Israel is burning through its reserves of international support. Too many civilians and too many children have died, and we must value each and every child equally whether they are Israeli or Palestinian.

Hamas just waged a war that generated a shocking level of civilian casualties instead of a targeted campaign against the IDF.  And their international support is through the roof.  Merkley is a complete fool.  Meanwhile, Israel IS engaging in a targeting campaign against Hamas - the very thing that Merkley says they should be doing.  The stoopid is strong in this one.

[Right_in_Virginia]

Hamas just waged a war that generated a shocking level of civilian casualties instead of a targeted campaign against the IDF.  And their international support is through the roof.  Merkley is a complete fool.  Meanwhile, Israel IS engaging in a targeting campaign against Hamas - the very thing that Merkley says they should be doing.  The stoopid is strong in this one.

You forgot the link to the full article you quoted solely under my name, yet again   

Here it is: https://www.haaretz.com/israel-news/2023-11-20/ty-article-live/idf-shows-footage-of-hostages-inside-al-shifa-says-soldier-was-taken-there-and-killed/0000018b-eb5e-d32d-abdb-ef5fb0370000

[mystery-ak]

Maryland hate crime task force member claimed babies murdered by Hamas were 'fake,' compared Israel to Nazis
Zainab Chaudry was appointed to the task force by Democrat Maryland AG Anthony Brown
By Brandon Gillespie Fox News
Published November 21, 2023 4:00am EST

A member of a Maryland task force aimed at combating hate crimes published numerous antisemitic social media posts, including claiming that the babies brutally murdered in the Oct. 7 Hamas attack were "fake," and comparing the nation of Israel to Nazi Germany.

Zainab Chaudry, an anti-Israel activist who serves as the director of the Council on American-Islamic Relations' (CAIR) Maryland office, made the posts in the weeks following Hamas' attack, which saw more than 1,200 people killed, including children and babies, as well as numerous rapes and destruction of property.

"I will never be able to understand how the world summoned up rage for 40 fake Israeli babies while completely turning a blind eye to 3,000 real Palestinian babies," Chaudry wrote in a Facebook post dated Oct. 26.

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https://www.foxnews.com/politics/maryland-hate-crime-task-force-member-claimed-babies-murdered-hamas-fake-compared-israel-nazis

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Israel, Hamas cease-fire deal with hostage release is in final stages

Negotiations between Israel and Hamas for a potential cease-fire and hostage release are in their final stages, Fox News has learned.

The deal could include a potential hostage release as well as a temporary end to fighting to get humanitarian aid into the region.

"It does appear the final details are being discussed toward a cease-fire that would end fighting in Gaza for up to five days and include the release of some hostages," Fox News’ Trey Yingst reported from Israel Tuesday afternoon.

"We understand, according to Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, that a deal is approaching," Yingst reported. "Reports indicate it would include the release of dozens of Israeli and foreign citizen hostages. The hostages are expected to be only women and children and would be exchanged for [Palestinian] prisoners being held in Israel."

He said the hopeful news "comes amid intense battles in Gaza as Israeli forces work their way across the strip. The Israeli military said it targeted 250 different Hamas sites over the past day, killing dozens of militants."

Reuters similarly reported Hamas officials were "close to reaching a truce agreement" with Israel. They also cited a statement from Ismail Haniyeh.
Posted by Fox News

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Netanyahu to meet soon with top officials over possible cease-fire, hostage deal

 The Israel Prime Minister's Office says "In light of developments on the issue of the release of our hostages, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will, this evening, convene the War Cabinet at 18:00 [11 a.m. ET], the Security Cabinet at 19:00 [Noon E.T.], and the Government at 20:00 [1 p.m. ET]."

Fox News has been reporting this morning that negotiations between Israel and Hamas for a potential cease-fire and hostage release are in their final stages.

Foreign Correspondent Trey Yingst reported a short time ago that Israeli surveillance drones “would have to stop hovering over the northern part of Gaza for at least six hours a day” as part of a possible deal.

Yingst also said three Palestinian prisoners would be released from Israel in exchange for every hostage that Hamas sends back the other way.

There are around 240 people believed to be held captive by Hamas in the Gaza Strip.
Posted by Greg Norman

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Israeli soldiers transfer detained Palestinians out of the Gaza Strip: new photos
By Kaydi Pelletier

Israeli soldiers transferred detained Palestinians out of the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023, amid ongoing battles between Israel and Hamas terrorists — and while a senior U.S. official tells CNN that a potential deal to release civilian hostages in exchange for a pause in fighting is "very close," and could be reached as soon as today.


Israel soldiers transfer detained Palestinians out of the Gaza Strip on November 21, 2023, amid ongoing battles between Israel and Palestinian Hamas terrorists.


Israel soldiers transfer detained Palestinians out of the Gaza Strip on November 21, 2023, amid ongoing battles between Israel and Palestinian Hamas terrorists.

[mystery-ak]

Not sure about this as no one else is reporting it


The Jerusalem Post
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BREAKING: A ceasefire will last five days, as well as 40 children and 13 women will be released, am Israeli official stated on Tuesday.

[mystery-ak]

Trey Yingst
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Reports indicate a hostage/ceasefire deal will be announced today. I’ll post updates as we get them.

[DB]

Hamas just waged a war that generated a shocking level of civilian casualties instead of a targeted campaign against the IDF.  And their international support is through the roof.  Merkley is a complete fool.  Meanwhile, Israel IS engaging in a targeting campaign against Hamas - the very thing that Merkley says they should be doing.  The stoopid is strong in this one.

Maybe Merkley should be asking why Hamas uses hospitals and schools for bases of operation? Otherwise known as a war crime. The whole purpose is to cause civilian casualties. All of the death and destruction lands squarely in Hamas' lap.

[mystery-ak]

Instant News Alerts
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Politico: The U.S. has brokered a deal between Israel and Hamas to free dozens of hostages held in Gaza in exchange for a four or five day pause in fighting

Instant News Alerts
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#BREAKING: Prime Ministers Office says "In light of the developments regarding the release of our hostages - the Prime Minister will convene the War Cabinet at 18:00, the Political-Security Cabinet at 19:00 and the Government at 20:00".

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Israel, Hamas cease-fire deal with hostage release is in final stages

I'll eat crow.  I never dreamed Bibi would be this weak kneed.   (Unless this is a temporary one)

Hamas should have been exterminated like roaches.  Now they get to live to fight again.

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[DB]

I'll eat crow.  I never dreamed Bibi would be this weak kneed.   (Unless this is a temporary one)

Hamas should have been exterminated like roaches.  Now they get to live to fight again.

Well, there is a flip side. Israel likely has Gaza sealed off so Hamas cannot escape during that time. If most the hostages are recovered it allows Israel to reengage with far less restraint in the tunnels due to fearing the killing of hostages.

[mystery-ak]

https://twitter.com/IsraelRadar_com/status/1726951853601050669

Israel Radar
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3. Israel’s security doctrine will be revamped. Proactive action instead of restraint, also vs. Hezbollah
4. Military & political shakeup in Israel: Fresh blood, new ideas. Next government will be broader and reduce domestic tensions

Israel Radar
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5. Saudi/regional peace moves will likely be boosted: Clearly better to be on Israel-US side than on Gaza-Iran side
6. Western public opinion shifting. Majority alarmed by local pro-Hamas protests. This could affect election results, especially in Europe.

[mystery-ak]

https://twitter.com/sentdefender/status/1726958872789700612

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https://twitter.com/IsraelWarRoom/status/1726965953789935712

[DefiantMassRINO]

Big Picture ... from where and from whom did these Gazans, who don't have a pot to p!$$ in, get the materiel, technical, and logistical support to amass weapons and build underground bases?

Tunnels and rockets ain't free.

[mystery-ak]

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Israel's war cabinet meeting at 11 a.m. about hostage negotiations; other back-to-back meetings right after: PM's office
By Ronny Reyes

Israel’s war cabinet is meeting on Tuesday, at 11 a.m. EST, regarding the latest developments in a hostage negotiation deal that could be reached as early as today.

Following the war cabinet meeting, Israel’s security cabinet will hold its own meeting, with a full cabinet meeting being held right afterwards, according to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office.

“We are making progress. I don’t think it’s worth saying more, even at this moment, but I hope there will be good news soon,” Netanyahu told reporters.

It comes following reports that Israel and Hamas were close to a deal that would see 50 hostages released from Gaza in exchange for a multi-day ceasefire and the freedom of several Palestinian prisoners in the Jewish State.

[mystery-ak]

Big Picture ... from where and from whom did these Gazans, who don't have a pot to p!$$ in, get the materiel, technical, and logistical support to amass weapons and build underground bases?

Tunnels and rockets ain't free.

I believe the US financed most of it...

[mystery-ak]

US kills multiple militants after latest attack on base in Iraq


An Air Force Special Forces AC-130 gunship is pictured in an undated photo. (US Air Force/Getty Images)

The U.S. carried out airstrikes last night directly responding to an attack at the al-Asad Airbase in Iraq, killing several militants, two U.S. defense officials tell Fox News.

The attack from Iran-proxy forces on the base happened Monday, according to the officials.

A U.S. defense official tells Fox News that an AC-130 gunship carried out an airstrike on a vehicle in the proximity of the base, killing an estimated five to eight militants.

There have been dozens of attacks launched on American forces in the Middle East since Hamas launched its war against Israel on Oct. 7.

The military response is the 4th time the U.S. has carried out an airstrike since the attacks ramped up in October.

The other counterattacks happened on Oct. 26, Nov. 8 and Nov. 12, all in Syria.

Fox News' Liz Friden contributed to this report.
Posted by Greg Norman

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State Department: Israeli settler sanctions 'under consideration'
By Samuel Chamberlain

The State Department said Monday that sanctions against Israeli settlers involved in attacks against Palestinians in the West Bank are "under consideration."

"We don’t like to announce sanctions that we’re going to make before we’ve implemented them," spokesperson Matthew Miller told reporters.

Miller also declined to say whether the US would prosecute any American settlers found to have committed criminal acts.

"I don’t want to preview any steps that we might take," he said. "I will reiterate that our first priority is for the Government of Israel to take action against those extremists who are committing violence against Palestinians. But we have options at our disposal as well that we will use if appropriate."

In a Washington Post op-ed published Saturday, President Biden wrote that the US would issue visa bans against settlers found to have taken part in attacks.

Since the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas on southern Israel, settlers have killed eight Palestinians, including one child, according to the United Nations. Four Israeli civilians have been killed in attacks by Palestinians.

[mystery-ak]

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Biden says Israel hostage releases are 'very close' to happening

President Biden said Tuesday that "we're now very close" to hostages being released from Hamas' captivity in Gaza.

"We can bring some of these hostages home very soon," Biden said at the White House. "But I don't want to get into the details of things because nothing is done until it's done. And we have more to say. We will. But things are looking good at the moment."

Biden made the remarks as Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is meeting with top officials to discuss the hostage situation in Gaza.

There are reports Tuesday that Israel and Hamas are close to reaching a deal brokered by Qatar, which also would include a cease-fire.
Posted by Greg Norman

[mystery-ak]

Israel Radar
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IDF, Mossad, Shin Bet in favor of deal with Hamas; up to 80 hostages may be released. via @N12News

[Hoodat]

You forgot the link to the full article you quoted solely under my name, yet again   

It wasn't quoted under your name.  It was quoted separately.  Even a fifth grader could figure that out.  Stop mischaracterizing what I posted.  And grow up.  If anyone wanted to see the Haaretz link, they could have clicked on the post URL.

[Hoodat]

7 minutes ago
State Department: Israeli settler sanctions 'under consideration'
By Samuel Chamberlain

The State Department said Monday that sanctions against Israeli settlers involved in attacks against Palestinians in the West Bank are "under consideration."

Says the people who have given billions to Hamas over the years.