LIVE BLOG: Ansarallah Enters ‘Fourth Phase’ as More Lives Claimed in Gaza Famine – Day 660

Israel has continued to use starvation of civilians as a weapon of war against Palestinians in Gaza.(Photo: via QNN)

By Palestine Chronicle Staff  

Yemen’s Ansarallah movement has announced a military escalation in response to Israel’s continued genocide in Gaza.

Meanwhile, authorities in Gaza warned that famine is not only persisting but growing increasingly severe and inhumane. They described Israel’s limited air deliveries as “a theatrical farce” and called for an immediate lifting of the siege and opening of land crossings to bring in baby formula and food.

Since October 7, 2023, Israel has killed 59,733 and injured 144,477 others, the majority of whom are women and children, according to the Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza.

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Mon, Jul 28, 11:29 PM (Palestine Time)

White House: Trump’s Gaza Aid Plan to Be Announced Later

NBC: The White House said details of President Trump’s aid plan for Gaza will be announced at a later time.

Mon, Jul 28, 11:29 PM (Palestine Time)

Government Office: Most of Gaza Aid Trucks Looted with Israeli Complicity

GAZA GOVERNMENT MEDIA OFFICE: Out of 87 aid trucks that entered Gaza today, most were looted in what officials described as systematic and direct Israeli collusion.

Mon, Jul 28, 11:29 PM (Palestine Time)

French FM: Israel’s Actions Fuel Terrorism

FRENCH FOREIGN MINISTRY: Jean-Noël Barrot condemned Israeli military operations in Gaza, calling them unjustifiable. He said Gaza’s bodies bear the scars of famine and terror, and accused extremist settlers of inciting hatred and denying Palestinians the right to exist.

Mon, Jul 28, 11:29 PM (Palestine Time)

Haaretz: Netanyahu Plans Gaza Annexation to Appease Coalition Partner

HAARETZ: Sources said Prime Minister Netanyahu intends to present a plan to annex parts of Gaza in an attempt to keep far-right minister Bezalel Smotrich in the coalition. The plan reportedly has support from the Trump administration and was shared with US Senator Marco Rubio.

Mon, Jul 28, 11:29 PM (Palestine Time)

Netherlands Announces Measures Against Israel

AL JAZEERA: The Dutch caretaker government proposed new sanctions on Israel, including a possible travel ban on ministers Smotrich and Ben-Gvir. The foreign minister summoned the Israeli ambassador and is considering recalling the Dutch envoy to Tel Aviv.

Mon, Jul 28, 11:29 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Minister Threatens Resignation over Gaza War Strategy

CHANNEL 12: The Israeli Minister of Settlements threatened to resign unless Netanyahu clarifies how he plans to achieve victory in Gaza.

Mon, Jul 28, 11:29 PM (Palestine Time)

Palestinian Fighters Attempted to Breach Israeli Base in Khan Yunis

ISRAELI MEDIA: Israel’s public broadcaster reported that resistance fighters tried to storm a fortified military site belonging to the Kfir Brigade in Khan Yunis.

Mon, Jul 28, 11:29 PM (Palestine Time)

UN: Aid Delivery Requires Ceasefire and Lifting of Restrictions

OCHA SPOKESPERSON: The UN called for the opening of all crossings and the lifting of restrictions to deliver humanitarian aid into Gaza, stating that effective distribution is not possible without a ceasefire.

Mon, Jul 28, 11:29 PM (Palestine Time)

88 Palestinians Killed Today, Including 40 Aid Seekers

GAZA HOSPITAL SOURCES: At least 88 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli fire since dawn today, including 40 people seeking humanitarian aid.

Mon, Jul 28, 9:39 PM (Palestine Time)

88 Palestinians Killed, Including 40 Aid Seekers

GAZA HOSPITAL SOURCES: At least 88 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli fire since dawn, including 40 people who were waiting for humanitarian aid.

Mon, Jul 28, 9:39 PM (Palestine Time)

Saudi Arabia Rejects Gaza Separation or Forced Displacement

SAUDI FOREIGN MINISTRY: Prince Faisal bin Farhan reaffirmed opposition to any attempt to sever Gaza from Palestinian territory or forcibly displace its population.

He also said that peace in Gaza requires US leadership, but rejected any discussion of normalization with Israel while the war and killings continue. He emphasized the PLO should be the sole Palestinian representative and condemned the Israeli veto over Palestinian statehood.

Mon, Jul 28, 9:39 PM (Palestine Time)

Lapid: Gaza War Is a Total Strategic Failure

REUTERS: Yair Lapid called the Gaza war an absolute disaster, noting repeated Israeli invasions of the same areas and failure to achieve lasting gains. He urged ending the war for a ceasefire and prisoner deal.

Mon, Jul 28, 9:39 PM (Palestine Time)

US VP: Children in Gaza Must Get Food

NBC / AP: US Vice President JD Vance stated the administration is concerned about Gaza’s humanitarian crisis and wants to ensure children receive food.

Mon, Jul 28, 9:39 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli General: We Can't Defeat Hamas

MAARIV: Retired General Yitzhak Brik stated that Israel’s inability to defeat Hamas stems not from the presence of hostages, but from a fundamental lack of capacity.

Mon, Jul 28, 7:27 PM (Palestine Time)

Six Israeli Soldiers Injured in Gaza Incident

ISRAELI MEDIA: Six Israeli soldiers were injured, one critically, in a security incident in Gaza. They were evacuated by helicopter to Shaare Zedek Medical Center.

Mon, Jul 28, 7:27 PM (Palestine Time)

EU Discusses Partially Suspending Israel’s Academic Funding

HAARETZ: The European Union is considering a partial suspension of Israel’s participation in a major academic research funding program.

Mon, Jul 28, 7:27 PM (Palestine Time)

Germany Demands Urgent Improvement of Humanitarian Situation in Gaza

GERMAN CHANCELLOR’S OFFICE: Chancellor Friedrich Merz called for a full ceasefire and warned against further displacement from Gaza, urging Israel to act swiftly to ease humanitarian suffering.

Mon, Jul 28, 7:27 PM (Palestine Time)

Netanyahu: Our Mission Is to Destroy Hamas and Retrieve Captives

ISRAELI PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated that Israel’s mission is to eliminate Hamas and return Israeli captives held in Gaza.

Mon, Jul 28, 7:27 PM (Palestine Time)

65 Palestinians Killed, Including 23 Waiting for Aid

GAZA HOSPITAL SOURCES: At least 65 Palestinians were killed by Israeli fire since morning, including 23 civilians who were waiting for humanitarian aid.

Mon, Jul 28, 7:27 PM (Palestine Time)

Guterres: Gaza Destruction Intolerable and Must Stop

UN SECRETARY-GENERAL: Antonio Guterres denounced the wholesale destruction of Gaza and warned that the situation has reached collapse. He called for a halt to forced displacement, settler violence, and starvation, urging immediate action toward a two-state solution.

Mon, Jul 28, 7:27 PM (Palestine Time)

France: Begin Permanent Ceasefire in Gaza Now

FRENCH FOREIGN MINISTRY: Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said the targeting of children and aid seekers is unacceptable and urged that the conference mark a turning point toward a permanent Gaza ceasefire and political resolution.

Mon, Jul 28, 5:30 PM (Palestine Time)

Saudi Arabia: Israel Must Immediately End the Humanitarian Catastrophe in Gaza

SAUDI FOREIGN MINISTRY: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan emphasized that regional stability begins with securing Palestinian rights, welcomed France’s recognition plans, and called for an immediate end to the humanitarian disaster caused by Israeli violations.

Mon, Jul 28, 5:30 PM (Palestine Time)

UN Conference on Two-State Solution Begins

UNITED NATIONS: The UN has officially launched its conference on peacefully resolving the Palestinian issue through the implementation of a two-state solution.

Mon, Jul 28, 5:30 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Officials in Washington for Talks on Gaza, Iran

AXIOS: Israeli Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer and National Security Adviser Tzachi Hanegbi arrived in Washington for high-level meetings with US officials on Gaza and Iran.

Mon, Jul 28, 5:30 PM (Palestine Time)

Gaza Emergency Committee Urges Arab States to Act

GAZA EMERGENCY COMMITTEE: A Gaza official told Al-Jazeera that condemnation is not enough and urged Arab states to take action to stop the genocide and starvation, warning that aid deliveries remain grossly inadequate.

Mon, Jul 28, 5:30 PM (Palestine Time)

Trump: Gaza Food Centers to Open Without Restrictions

US PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP: Trump pledged to open unrestricted food centers in Gaza, blaming Israel for blocking aid and saying, “Children see food but cannot reach it.” He said the US will fund the effort and involve other nations.

Mon, Jul 28, 5:30 PM (Palestine Time)

Freedom Flotilla: Israel Kidnapped Handala Activists

FREEDOM FLOTILLA COALITION: Coalition member Yasmin Ajar told Al-Jazeera that Israel abducted Handala ship activists in international waters. Some are now on hunger strike in solidarity with Gaza’s population.

Mon, Jul 28, 5:30 PM (Palestine Time)

55 Palestinians Killed in Gaza, Including 17 Waiting for Aid

GAZA HOSPITAL SOURCES: At least 55 Palestinians were killed by Israeli fire Monday, including 17 civilians who were queuing for humanitarian aid, amid continued attacks on the starving population.

Mon, Jul 28, 5:30 PM (Palestine Time)

Al-Quds Brigades Bomb Israeli Forces in Shujaiya

SARAYA AL-QUDS: The armed wing of Islamic Jihad said it targeted Israeli troops near Jabal al-Muntar in Shujaiya with mortar shells, in coordination with Ansar Brigades.

Footage Shows Precision Al-Qassam Operation against Israeli Forces

Mon, Jul 28, 5:30 PM (Palestine Time)

Trump: I Want to Feed the People in Gaza

US PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP: Speaking from Scotland, Trump said, “I want to feed the people in Gaza,” and pledged to push for a ceasefire. He criticized the lack of gratitude for US aid and called on other nations to contribute more.

Mon, Jul 28, 2:40 PM (Palestine Time)

Sisi Urges Trump to End Gaza War, Facilitate Aid Access

EGYPTIAN PRESIDENCY: Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi called on US President Donald Trump to use his influence to end the war in Gaza and allow humanitarian aid in, stating, “Trump is capable of ending this war.”

Mon, Jul 28, 2:40 PM (Palestine Time)

US Review Finds No Evidence Hamas Stole Aid

CNN: A US government review found no evidence that Hamas diverted or stole American-funded humanitarian aid in Gaza, contrary to Israeli allegations, according to an informed source.

Mon, Jul 28, 2:40 PM (Palestine Time)

UN: Airdrops Cannot Replace Coordinated Aid in Gaza

OCHA – UNITED NATIONS: The UN’s humanitarian coordination office said air-dropping aid over Gaza is not a substitute for coordinated ground delivery, after recent drops by Jordan and the UAE.

Mon, Jul 28, 2:40 PM (Palestine Time)

43 Killed in Gaza Since Dawn, Including 9 Seeking Aid

GAZA HOSPITAL SOURCES: At least 43 Palestinians were killed by Israeli forces since early Monday, including nine civilians targeted while seeking humanitarian assistance.

Mon, Jul 28, 2:40 PM (Palestine Time)

Gaza Health Chief Warns of Sharp Rise in Starvation Deaths

AL-SHIFA MEDICAL COMPLEX: Hospital director Mohammed Abu Salmiya warned of a major spike in deaths from starvation and malnutrition, especially among children. He said 147 have died of hunger so far.

Mon, Jul 28, 2:40 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Defense Minister Threatens to 'Open Gates of Hell'

ISRAELI MEDIA: Defense Minister Israel Katz warned Hamas that failure to release Israeli captives would trigger a massive escalation, saying, “The gates of hell will open in Gaza.”

Mon, Jul 28, 11:36 AM (Palestine Time)

25 Killed in Israeli Bombardment on Southern Gaza

NASSER MEDICAL COMPLEX: 25 Palestinians were killed in ongoing Israeli strikes on southern Gaza since dawn Sunday, hospital officials reported.

Mon, Jul 28, 11:36 AM (Palestine Time)

Spanish FM to Call for End to Violence and Starvation in Gaza

EUROPEAN PRESSPHOTO AGENCY: Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares said he will urge the UN today to end the violence and famine in Gaza, and reiterated support for a two-state solution and basic human rights.

Mon, Jul 28, 11:36 AM (Palestine Time)

Starmer to Convene Emergency Meeting on Gaza

THE TIMES: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will hold an emergency Cabinet meeting this week to discuss the worsening crisis in Gaza, amid growing domestic pressure to recognize a Palestinian state.

Mon, Jul 28, 11:36 AM (Palestine Time)

Al-Aqsa Hospital Warns of Disaster Due to Fuel Shortages

AL-AQSA MARTYRS HOSPITAL: Doctors warned of a looming health disaster as fuel to power medical generators is nearly depleted. The hospital urged immediate intervention to prevent collapse of medical services.

Mon, Jul 28, 11:36 AM (Palestine Time)

US Rejects UN Conference on Palestine, Calls It a 'Gift to Hamas'

REUTERS: The US State Department said it voted against a special UN conference on Palestine, calling it a “gift to Hamas” and asserting it undermines chances for a peaceful solution.

Mon, Jul 28, 11:36 AM (Palestine Time)

Al-Quds Brigades: We Struck Israeli Soldiers in Jabaliya

AL-QUDS BRIGADES: The armed wing of Islamic Jihad said it launched 107mm rockets at Israeli soldiers east of Jabaliya on July 16, claiming direct hits.

Mon, Jul 28, 10:59 AM (Palestine Time)

Children in Gaza Dying from Malnutrition, Doctor Warns

AL-JAZEERA: Dr. Ahmad Al-Farra, director of the Children’s Hospital at Nasser Medical Complex, said Gaza is witnessing an unprecedented rise in child patients due to food shortages. He said some children are arriving dead from malnutrition and warned that baby formula supplies are critically low.

Mon, Jul 28, 10:59 AM (Palestine Time)

26 Palestinians Killed Since Dawn, Including 5 Waiting for Aid

GAZA HOSPITAL SOURCES: Hospitals in Gaza reported 26 Palestinians killed by Israeli fire since early morning Sunday, including five civilians shot while waiting for humanitarian assistance.

Mon, Jul 28, 10:59 AM (Palestine Time)

Norway FM: International Aid Falls Short of Gaza's Needs

NORWEGIAN FOREIGN MINISTER ESPEN BARTH EIDE: Norway’s foreign minister said current aid levels are far below what is required to feed Gaza’s population, and do not match the scale of the humanitarian disaster.

Mon, Jul 28, 10:59 AM (Palestine Time)

Report: Israeli Army Concealing Gaza War Casualties

YEDIOTH AHRONOTH: The paper reported that over 18,500 soldiers have been wounded since October, with more than 10,000 suffering psychological trauma. Only 6,145 injuries have been officially acknowledged, amid tight military censorship.

Mon, Jul 28, 10:59 AM (Palestine Time)

Australian PM: Israel Is Violating International Law

ANTHONY ALBANESE: The Australian Prime Minister said Israel’s conduct in Gaza clearly breaches international law and that the killing of civilians is unjustifiable.

Mon, Jul 28, 10:59 AM (Palestine Time)

Gaza Needs 250,000 Cans of Baby Formula Monthly

GAZA GOVERNMENT MEDIA OFFICE: Officials warned that at least 250,000 cans of infant formula are needed every month to prevent malnutrition-related deaths among Gaza’s babies.

Mon, Jul 28, 10:59 AM (Palestine Time)

More Than 10 Killed, 40 Wounded in Israeli Strikes on Khan Younis

GAZA HOSPITAL SOURCES: Israeli bombardment of the Japanese district and Al-Mawasi in Khan Younis resulted in over 10 deaths and 40 injuries overnight.

Mon, Jul 28, 1:05 AM (Palestine Time)

Ansarallah Announces Fourth Phase of Blockade, Targets All Ships Linked to Israel

ANSARALLAH (YAHYA SAREE):

Yemen’s Ansarallah movement has announced a military escalation in response to Israel’s continued genocide in Gaza.

Military spokesman Yahya Saree said the group will begin the fourth phase of its blockade campaign, targeting all ships belonging to or operated by companies doing business with Israeli ports—regardless of the vessel’s nationality or route.

He said Yemen sees this escalation as a major moral and religious responsibility.

Mon, Jul 28, 1:05 AM (Palestine Time)

Huwaida Arraf: We Refused to Pledge Not to Enter Gaza Again

AL-JAZEERA: Palestinian-American lawyer Huwaida Arraf confirmed that those on the Handala ship refused Israeli demands to sign a pledge not to enter Gaza again. She reiterated that the ship was seized unlawfully in international waters.

Mon, Jul 28, 1:05 AM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Army Blows Up Homes in Rafah and Gaza City

AL-AQSA TV: The Israeli military has demolished several homes in western Rafah and eastern Gaza City, according to local media.

Mon, Jul 28, 1:56 AM (Palestine Time)

Gaza Media Office: Famine Expanding; Aid Operations a “Farce”

GOVERNMENT MEDIA OFFICE – GAZA:

Authorities in Gaza warned that famine is not only persisting but growing increasingly severe and inhumane.

Only 73 aid trucks entered Sunday, and most airdropped supplies were looted under Israeli observation.

They described Israel’s limited air deliveries as “a theatrical farce” and called for an immediate lifting of the siege and opening of land crossings to bring in baby formula and food.

2 Comments

  1. If the German Nazis were alive today, even THEY would go and try to stop the Israeli Nazis. The Israeli citizens aren’t doing anything to stop the genocide: in fact, most of them support it.
    To hell with Wasrael.
    FTRTTSPWBF.

  2. ” The UN has officially launched its conference on peacefully resolving the Palestinian issue through the implementation of a two-state solution. ”

    WHY??? why reward the Israeli Nazis as if nothing happened over the past 22 months?
    There is only ONE STATE: Palestine.
    Wasrael never was a state and it should never be one. Clearly the UN is the problem here. But then it was the former League of Nations that created and enabled the illegal, immoral nation of Nazis inside Palestine. L.O.N. became the U.N.
    Wasrael is full of savages, baby-killers, genocidal sociopaths. Let’s start treating them that way.

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