LIVE BLOG: Abdullah II Meets Trump as Netanyahu Stands Accused of Sabotaging Ceasefire – Day 494

Palestinian families are being forced out of their homes in the occupied West Bank. (Photo: QNN)

By Palestine Chronicle Staff  

Israeli far-right politician Itamar Ben-Gvir called to resume attacks on Gaza, rejecting the ceasefire. 

Meanwhile, families of Israeli detainees protested, accusing Netanyahu of stalling the exchange deal and warning that the ceasefire is at risk of collapse.

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Wed, Feb 12, 5:41 AM (Palestine Time)

'King Discussed Developments in the West Bank and Jerusalem with Trump'

JORDANIAN MEDIA: The Jordanian Royal Court stated that “the meeting between King Abdullah II and US President Donald Trump addressed developments in the West Bank, Jerusalem, and Gaza,” adding that the King emphasized the need to prevent further deterioration of the situation.

A statement from the Royal Court also mentioned that the King’s desire to treat 2,000 Palestinian children is part of Jordan’s efforts to enhance the humanitarian response in Gaza.

King Abdullah II Meets Trump: Key Takeaways from Their Discussion

Wed, Feb 12, 5:37 AM (Palestine Time)

Occupation Army Sends Additional Military Reinforcements to Jenin Camp

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: The Israeli occupation army has deployed additional military reinforcements to the Jenin camp in the northern occupied West Bank.

The occupation army has been conducting a military operation since January 21 in the city of Jenin and its camp, later expanding it to the Tulkarm and Tubas governorates.

Wed, Feb 12, 2:46 AM (Palestine Time)

Lebanon: Transferring Gaza Residents to Egypt and Jordan is a Fantasy

ARAB MEDIA: Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam:

Merely thinking about transferring Gaza residents to Egypt and Jordan is a fantasy.

Greater Arab solidarity is capable of stopping these projects and preventing their implementation.

The only solution lies in the Arab Peace Initiative, the two-state solution, and the right of the Palestinian people to self-determination.

Wed, Feb 12, 2:46 AM (Palestine Time)

Macron: Rebuilding Gaza Does Not Mean Disrespecting People or Countries

US MEDIA: French President Emmanuel Macron told CNN, in response to US President Donald Trump’s proposal regarding Gaza, that any approach to rebuilding Gaza does not mean disrespecting people or countries. He said that one cannot tell two million people to move now, emphasizing that the correct approach is not a real estate process but a political one.

Wed, Feb 12, 2:46 AM (Palestine Time)

Children of Jabaliya: 'We Will Go to God Above, But We Will Not Leave Gaza'

SOCIAL MEDIA: Anas Al-Sharif posted a video on his X account showing children from the Jabaliya camp in the northern Gaza Strip declaring their rejection of US President Donald Trump’s plan to displace Gaza’s residents.

In response to the correspondent’s question, the children said, “We will go to God above, but we will not leave Gaza.”

Wed, Feb 12, 2:46 AM (Palestine Time)

China Plans to Raise Gaza Issue During Closed UN Security Council Consultations

AL-JAZEERA: China has informed members of the UN Security Council of its intention to raise the Gaza issue during closed consultations of the Council today, Wednesday.

The sources confirmed that China’s representative to the Security Council listened on Tuesday to the concerns of Arab ambassadors regarding developments related to Gaza.

Wed, Feb 12, 2:46 AM (Palestine Time)

Israel Threatens to Resume War on Gaza

ISRAELI MEDIA: Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar told European ambassadors that Israel will return to fighting in Gaza if Hamas does not release the hostages by next Saturday.

The ceasefire agreement in Gaza and the prisoner exchange face new complications due to the procrastination of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government in fully implementing its terms and initiating negotiations for the second phase.

This has led Hamas, on Monday, to link the handover of the next batch of prisoners to Israel, scheduled for next Saturday, to Israel’s commitment to implementing the agreement and compensating for the missed obligations of the past weeks retroactively.

Wed, Feb 12, 2:46 AM (Palestine Time)

Occupation Forces Launch Arrest Campaign and Raids in the West Bank

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Israeli occupation forces stormed several towns in the occupied West Bank, conducting raids and arrests among civilians.

Palestinian media confirmed that the occupation forces raided the towns of Azzun east of Qalqilya, Al-Dhahiriya south of Hebron, Anabta and Ramin east of Tulkarm, and Awarta and Beita south of Nablus.

Wed, Feb 12, 12:57 AM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Forces Raid East of Tulkarm and Attack Jerusalem Residents

AL-AQSA TV: Israeli occupation forces fired sound bombs toward citizens’ homes in the town of Abu Dis, east of Jerusalem.

Wed, Feb 12, 12:57 AM (Palestine Time)

Cairo Determined to Present a Vision for Rebuilding Gaza

AL-JAZEERA: The Egyptian Foreign Ministry stated that Cairo is determined to present a vision for rebuilding Gaza that ensures the Palestinian people remain on their land.

Wed, Feb 12, 12:57 AM (Palestine Time)

Safadi: We Told Trump Palestine Belongs to Palestinians and Jordan to Jordanians

JORDANIAN FM:

“We presented our position to Trump on working for a just and comprehensive peace and not displacing Palestinians.

“Trump’s proposal to control Gaza and relocate Palestinians elsewhere brings the world back to the colonial era.

“We told Trump that Palestine belongs to Palestinians and Jordan to Jordanians.”

Wed, Feb 12, 12:57 AM (Palestine Time)

Washington Demands Israel Adhere to Lebanon Withdrawal Deadline

TIMES OF ISRAEL: A US official stated that “Washington has demanded Israel adhere to the deadline for withdrawal from southern Lebanon on February 18.”

Wed, Feb 12, 12:57 AM (Palestine Time)

Jordan’s King: I Reaffirmed Jordan’s Firm Stance against Displacement of Palestinians

KING ABDULLAH II:

“I just concluded constructive talks with President Trump at the White House, and we discussed the strong partnership between our two countries.

“We discussed the partnership between our countries and its importance in achieving stability, peace, and shared security.

“I affirmed that Jordan’s interests, stability, and the protection of Jordan and its people are my top priorities.

“I reaffirmed Jordan’s firm stance against the displacement of Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank.”

Tue, Feb 11, 11:26 PM (Palestine Time)

Egypt's El-Sisi Cancels Trip to Washington

AHRAM (citing Al-Arabiya): Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi’s visit to Washington has been postponed indefinitely.

Tue, Feb 11, 10:50 PM (Palestine Time)

Trump: I Had Great Talks with Jordan’s King about Gaza

US President Donald Trump stated that he had great talks with Jordan’s King Abdullah II about Gaza.

Tue, Feb 11, 10:50 PM (Palestine Time)

Jordanian FM: The King Confirmed Jordan Will Not Allow Displacement

JORDANIAN FM: “King Abdullah II clearly confirmed that Jordan will not allow the displacement of Palestinians to Jordan.”

Tue, Feb 11, 10:50 PM (Palestine Time)

Jordan’s King: I Reaffirmed Jordan’s Firm Stance Against Displacement

KING ABDULLAH II:

“I affirmed that Jordan’s interests, stability, and the protection of Jordan and its people are my top priorities.

“I reaffirmed Jordan’s firm stance against the displacement of Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank.”

Tue, Feb 11, 10:50 PM (Palestine Time)

Tension in Cabinet Meeting After Security Official Calls for De-escalation

CHANNEL 13: The cabinet meeting witnessed tension after a security official called for de-escalation, fearing it would endanger the detainees.

Tue, Feb 11, 10:50 PM (Palestine Time)

Al-Qassam Brigades: Our Fighters Engaged Zionist Force in Nur Shams Camp

AL-QASSAM BRIGADES: The Al-Qassam Brigades stated that their fighters engaged an Israeli force with machine guns in the Manshiya neighborhood of Nur Shams camp in the West Bank.

Tue, Feb 11, 10:50 PM (Palestine Time)

Hamas: We Reaffirm Our Rejection of Trump’s Statements on Displacing Gazans

AL-JAZEERA:

“We reaffirm our rejection of US President Trump’s statements about displacing our people from Gaza under the pretext of reconstruction.

“Trump’s statements are racist and a call for ethnic cleansing, the liquidation of the Palestinian cause, and the denial of our people’s inalienable national rights.

“The plan to displace our people from Gaza will not succeed and will face a unified Palestinian, Arab, and Islamic stance rejecting all displacement schemes.”

King Abdullah II Meets Trump: Key Takeaways from Their Discussion

Tue, Feb 11, 9:18 PM (Palestine Time)

Trump: Hamas Must Release All Hostages by Saturday

TRUMP: Hamas must release all hostages by Saturday, or all options will be on the table.

Tue, Feb 11, 9:18 PM (Palestine Time)

Jordan's King: Kingdom Will Receive 2,000 Sick Children from Gaza

KING ABDULLAH II:

“We must wait to see a plan from Egypt.”

“The Kingdom will receive 2,000 sick children.”

“There will be a response from several countries.”

“The Arabs will respond to Trump’s plan for Gaza.”

Tue, Feb 11, 9:18 PM (Palestine Time)

Trump’s Middle East Envoy Arrives in Israel Today

HAARETZ: A source stated that Trump’s Middle East envoy, Stephen Witkoff, is expected to arrive in Israel later today, Tuesday.

Tue, Feb 11, 9:18 PM (Palestine Time)

Netanyahu: Army Will Return to Intense Fighting

NETANYAHU: If Hamas does not release our captives by Saturday noon, the army will return to intense fighting until Hamas is completely defeated.

Hamas Announced Postponing Prisoner Exchange: Why and Why Now? – Analysis

Tue, Feb 11, 9:18 PM (Palestine Time)

Trump: Israel’s Annexation of the West Bank Will Succee

REUTERS: US President Donald Trump, when asked about Israel’s annexation of the West Bank, said it would succeed.

Tue, Feb 11, 6:52 PM (Palestine Time)

Israel Hayom: Mini-Cabinet May Have Approved Next Phases of Agreement

ISRAEL HAYOM: Sources reported that the mini-cabinet may have approved re-establishing the framework for the next phases of the ceasefire agreement and the evacuation of Gaza’s population.

Tue, Feb 11, 6:52 PM (Palestine Time)

Germany Urges Israel and US to Move to Second Phase of Agreement

AL JAZEERA (citing German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock): “Israel and the US must do everything in their power to move to the second phase of the agreement.”

Tue, Feb 11, 6:52 PM (Palestine Time)

Gaza Municipality: Occupation Damaged Sheikh Radwan Pond Facilities

GAZA MUNICIPALITY: the Israeli occupation caused significant damage to the facilities of Sheikh Radwan Pond in northern Gaza City.

Tue, Feb 11, 6:52 PM (Palestine Time)

Bulldozers Begin Demolishing Homes in Al-Far’a Camp

AL JAZEERA: Sources reported that Israeli occupation bulldozers began demolishing several homes in Al-Far’a camp south of Tubas in the West Bank.

Tue, Feb 11, 3:03 PM (Palestine Time)

Occupation Prevents Entry of 50 Fuel Trucks to Gaza Daily

AL-JAZEERA (citing sources):

The occupation has prevented the entry of 50 fuel trucks to Gaza daily, as per the humanitarian protocol, with only 50% of the agreed amount entering.

The occupation has blocked the entry of commercial fuel, despite what the humanitarian protocol stipulates.

Tue, Feb 11, 3:03 PM (Palestine Time)

Pro-Deal Protesters Attempt to Storm Netanyahu’s Office

CHANNEL 7: Protesters in favor of the prisoner exchange deal attempted to storm Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office where the cabinet meeting is being held.

Tue, Feb 11, 3:03 PM (Palestine Time)

Smotrich: Gaza Will Return to Being Part of Israel

AL JAZEERA: Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich stated that Trump’s plan is not just a slogan, and Gaza will return to being part of Israel.

Tue, Feb 11, 3:03 PM (Palestine Time)

Netanyahu Asked Trump to Postpone Withdrawal from Lebanon

CHANNEL 12: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asked President Donald Trump to postpone the withdrawal from Lebanon again, as Israel provided the Americans with evidence that the Lebanese army has not addressed Hezbollah’s violations.

Tue, Feb 11, 3:03 PM (Palestine Time)

Occupation Detains Ambulance in Tulkarm

AL JAZEERA: Sources reported that Israeli occupation forces detained an ambulance and subjected its crew to inspection in Tulkarm, northern West Bank.

Tue, Feb 11, 3:03 PM (Palestine Time)

Netanyahu Held Security Consultations ahead of Mini-Cabinet Meeting

CHANNEL 12: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held security consultations ahead of the mini-cabinet meeting.

Tue, Feb 11, 3:03 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Drone Strikes Vehicle Southwest of Gaza

AL JAZEERA: An Israeli drone struck a vehicle on Al-Rashid Street southwest of Gaza City, according to an Al Jazeera correspondent.

Tue, Feb 11, 12:10 PM (Palestine Time)

Islamic Jihad Condemns Israeli Crimes in the West Bank

ISLAMIC JIHAD MOVEMENT: The Islamic Jihad Movement condemned Israel’s “horrific” crimes, including raids, demolitions, blockades, and forced displacement of Palestinians in the West Bank.

Tue, Feb 11, 12:10 PM (Palestine Time)

Israel Obstructing Patients' Travel - Gaza Health Ministry

GAZA HEALTH MINISTRY

Israel is deliberately obstructing patients’ travel through the Rafah border crossing.

Only 53 patients were allowed to leave today, far below the required 150.

Tue, Feb 11, 12:10 PM (Palestine Time)

Guterres: Avoid Renewed Hostilities in Gaza

UN SECRETARY-GENERAL:

Renewed hostilities in Gaza would lead to a “massive tragedy.”

Both sides must fully adhere to the ceasefire agreement and resume negotiations seriously.

Tue, Feb 11, 12:10 PM (Palestine Time)

Protests Outside Netanyahu’s Office in Jerusalem

KAN: Protesters gathered outside Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office ahead of a cabinet meeting, demanding a prisoner exchange deal.

Tue, Feb 11, 12:10 PM (Palestine Time)

Former Israeli Official: Hamas Achieved Its Goals

GIORA EILAND, FORMER NATIONAL SECURITY CHIEF

The return of Israeli captives proves Israel’s failure in the war.

Hamas’ refusal to release captives reflects the real balance of power.

Israel failed to eliminate Hamas or restore security for settlers.

The Hannibal Directive on Oct 7 – Gallant’s Admission Confirms Earlier Reports

Tue, Feb 11, 12:10 PM (Palestine Time)

PFLP: Canceling Prisoner Families’ Stipends Is Submission

PFLP:

The presidential decree canceling stipends for families of prisoners and martyrs is a submission to Israeli and U.S. pressure.

It constitutes a blatant violation of national rights.

Tue, Feb 11, 12:10 PM (Palestine Time)

Iranian President: Expelling People From Their Lands is Wrong

IRANIAN PRESIDENT

“Forcing people out of their homelands is wrong.”

“Those who bomb women and children have no right to speak about human rights.”

Tue, Feb 11, 12:10 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Army Deploys APCs in Northern West Bank Settlements

YEDIOTH AHRONOTH:

The Israeli army deployed armored personnel carriers in northern West Bank settlements.

This follows assessments of a possible large-scale operation similar to October 7.

Tue, Feb 11, 12:10 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Detainees’ Families Block Road Ahead of Cabinet Meeting

ISRAEL HAYOM:

Families of Israeli captives blocked a road leading to Jerusalem, demanding the deal move forward.

Hamas won’t release all captives without ending the war—there’s no alternative to an agreement.

Abu Obeida Says Release of Israeli Detainees Delayed Due to Israeli Violations

Tue, Feb 11, 12:10 PM (Palestine Time)

Lapid to Netanyahu: Go to Doha and Get the Detainees

LAPID: “Go to Doha and bring back all the captives—time is running out.”

Tue, Feb 11, 12:10 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Detainees' Families: Netanyahu Sabotaged the Deal

ISRAELI ARMY RADIO:

“Netanyahu blocked the deal and failed to move forward with the second phase.”

“If there’s no second phase, why would Hamas release the detainees?”

“We will protest at Netanyahu’s office until action is taken.”

Israel Using ‘Psychological Warfare’ ahead of Negotiations – Hamas

Tue, Feb 11, 12:10 PM (Palestine Time)

Ben-Gvir: Resume Destruction

BEN-GVIR: Trump is right—we must resume destruction now; Trump warned that if all captives aren’t released by Saturday, he will call for canceling the ceasefire.

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