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Hamas launched two rockets at Tel Aviv, Israel’s commercial hub, in response to Israeli airstrikes in Gaza that killed 19 Palestinians. This marked the first time Hamas has claimed firing rockets at Tel Aviv since May. While one rocket fell into the sea and the other did not reach Israeli territory, the airstrikes resulted in the deaths of 19 Palestinians, including a mother and her four-day-old twins. The US is pushing for ceasefire talks scheduled for Thursday, with Secretary of State Antony Blinken planning to visit Qatar, Egypt, and Israel for discussions. Hamas, however, insists on implementation of a plan rather than further negotiations.

Hamas fired two long-range rockets from the Gaza Strip towards central Israel, with both projectiles landing in the sea off the coast of Tel Aviv. The attack comes as Israel is on high alert for potential Iranian retaliation following recent assassinations of senior Hamas and Hezbollah figures.

The US is actively engaging Turkey and other allies to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East, particularly concerning potential Iranian retaliation against Israel following the recent assassination of Hamas and Hezbollah figures. Ambassador Flake highlights Turkey’s crucial role in influencing Iran and its recent positive contributions to US-Russia relations.

The US remains optimistic about Gaza peace talks despite Hamas casting doubt on its participation, emphasizing that a ceasefire agreement is still achievable. The US expects negotiations to continue as scheduled on Thursday, with all parties returning to the table to finalize a ceasefire and hostage-release deal.

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil futures jumped 3.6% on Monday as heightened tensions between Israel and Iran fueled concerns about potential disruptions to global oil supplies. The US has deployed additional military forces in the region, including a carrier strike group and a nuclear-powered submarine, to deter Iranian aggression. Meanwhile, the situation in Gaza remains dire, with Israeli airstrikes targeting a school building and killing hundreds of Palestinians.

In a show of force, the United States has deployed top military assets to the Middle East, including aircraft carriers, submarines, fighter jets, and guided missile destroyers. This deployment comes in response to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, and serves as a deterrent to potential Iranian retaliation. The deployment of these forces signals the US’s commitment to Israel’s security and aims to contain any escalation in the region.

Following the devastating war in Gaza, Palestinian workers who previously relied on jobs in Israel are turning to agriculture in the West Bank, cultivating greenhouses and reclaiming their ancestral land. The shift comes as economic prospects in the occupied territories plummet and violence escalates, prompting a desperate search for alternative livelihoods.

The Israeli Defence Force (IDF) has expressed skepticism about the high death toll reported by Hamas in a recent strike on a school in Gaza City. While Hamas claims over 100 people died in the attack, the IDF maintains it targeted a Hamas command center located in the school. The incident has drawn widespread condemnation from international leaders, including the EU, UK, France, Iran, and Turkey, who have called for an immediate ceasefire and for Israel to respect international humanitarian law.

An Israeli airstrike on a Gaza school compound housing displaced families resulted in the deaths of approximately 100 people, according to the Hamas-run Gaza government. Israel claims the strike targeted Hamas militants and disputes the death toll. The incident has sparked international condemnation and renewed calls for a ceasefire.

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has expressed concern over the escalating tensions in the Middle East, stressing that further escalation is not in anyone’s interest. He urged Israel and Hamas to reach a ceasefire in Gaza, emphasizing the need for a deal that would secure the release of hostages and pave the way for regional stability.