Israeli ground and air operations in the Gaza Strip have defeated or severely degraded Hamas units across the Gaza Strip. [11] Araghchi’s visit is likely part of ongoing Iranian-backed efforts to reach a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon. [30]The IDF 252nd Division resumed clearing operations in Nuseirat and Bureij refugee camps in the central Gaza Strip on October 17. [32]The al Aqsa Martyrs’ Brigades conducted mortar and rocket attacks targeting Israeli forces along the Netzarim Corridor on October 17. Hezbollah claimed one rocket attack targeting Israeli forces operating around Blida, southeastern Lebanon, on October 17.

Source: Washington Post October 18, 2024 03:36 UTC