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Municipal workers in Rafah continue to collect and remove waste from several areas of the city following the withdrawal of the Israeli occupation forces. (Photo: via QNN)

By Palestine Chronicle Staff  

Netanyahu is set to meet with Trump as he reportedly works to delay the second phase of negotiations while families of Israeli detainees head to Washington in an effort to thwart his plan.

Meanwhile, Israeli forces escalate their aggression in the West Bank, with thousands of attacks recorded in January alone.

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Tue, Feb 4, 9:57 AM (Palestine Time)

Jenin Governorate: Updates Regarding Israeli Atrocities

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: The Jenin Governorate reported:

The occupation continues to bomb homes in the camp, using drones to drop grenades from the air.

Soldiers are chasing and inspecting civilian vehicles, tightening restrictions.

38 Palestinians from Jenin and its camp have been martyred since the aggression began.

Dozens of homes and streets have been demolished or bulldozed.

There are fears of martyrs and injured individuals in the camp, as ambulances are being blocked.

Around 3,420 families have been forcibly displaced from the camp.

Tue, Feb 4, 9:54 AM (Palestine Time)

Hamas Comments on Tayaseer Checkpoint Operation

STATEMENT: Hamas stated that the Tayaseer checkpoint operation confirms that the occupation’s crimes and aggression in the northern West Bank will not go unpunished. The group emphasized that ongoing crimes against Palestinians in Jenin, Tulkarm, and Tubas will not weaken their resolve.

Tue, Feb 4, 9:53 AM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Media Reveals More Details About Tayaseer Checkpoint Operation

ISRAELI MEDIA: Israel’s Channel 12, citing a preliminary Israeli army investigation, reported:

The attack at the Tayaseer checkpoint was well-planned.

It occurred in two locations: the checkpoint itself and inside the military fort.

The attacker wore a bulletproof vest and managed to infiltrate the fort, firing from within.

All casualties were soldiers.

The head of the Central Command is heading to the scene, and an investigation has been launched.

The operation took place amid significant military reinforcements at West Bank checkpoints.

Tue, Feb 4, 7:13 AM (Palestine Time)

Reports of Shooting Near Tayaseer Checkpoint East of Jenin

ISRAELI MEDIA:

The Israeli army announced receiving reports of gunfire near the Tayaseer checkpoint, east of Jenin.

Israeli Army Radio reported that a number of soldiers were injured in a shooting by armed individuals targeting a group of soldiers.

Israel’s Channel 12 reported that six people were injured in the shooting incident at the Tayaseer checkpoint.

Fierce Clashes in Jenin as Israel Escalates Incursions in the West Bank 

Tue, Feb 4, 7:09 AM (Palestine Time)

Axios: Arab Foreign Ministers Send Message to Washington

US MEDIA: The news site Axios reported that five Arab foreign ministers sent a joint letter to the US Secretary of State opposing the displacement of Palestinians from Gaza. The ministers called for Palestinian involvement in the reconstruction process.

Egyptian FM: Cairo Has ‘Clear Vision’ for Gaza Reconstruction without Displacement

Tue, Feb 4, 7:07 AM (Palestine Time)

Netanyahu Plans to Propose Attack on Iran

ISRAELI MEDIA: Israel’s Channel 12 reported that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu intends to propose an attack on Iran before finalizing a Gaza deal during his meeting with US President Donald Trump. Netanyahu is reportedly making significant efforts to convince Trump of his plans. Israeli officials also stated they are “prepared to coexist with Hamas remaining outside Gaza.”

Tue, Feb 4, 7:06 AM (Palestine Time)

New York Times: Iran Explores Options to Deter Israeli or U.S. Attack

US MEDIA: The New York Times reported, citing intelligence sources, that the Iranian military is seriously exploring new options to deter any potential US or Israeli attack. US officials stated that Iran remains at what they described as the “nuclear threshold.”

Tue, Feb 4, 2:09 AM (Palestine Time)

Destruction in the West Bank Resembles Israel’s Approach in Gaza

US MEDIA: The Wall Street Journal quoted a former Israeli intelligence officer stating that the destruction in the West Bank resembles Israel’s approach in Gaza, albeit on a smaller scale. The demolition operations in Jenin point to a new Israeli strategy in the West Bank.

Buying the West Bank: Israel’s New Annexation Method ‘Catastrophic’

Tue, Feb 4, 2:05 AM (Palestine Time)

Netanyahu Seeks Guarantees from Trump Regarding Hamas

US MEDIA: The Washington Post cited an Israeli official stating that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is attempting to obtain guarantees from US President Donald Trump, ensuring that Hamas will not be part of any future arrangements in Gaza.

Meanwhile, the new administration is focusing on a different goal in the region: ending the fighting and achieving stability.

Reports also indicate that discussions about attacking Iran are no longer on the table between Trump and Netanyahu, reflecting a shift in strategic priorities.

Tue, Feb 4, 1:38 AM (Palestine Time)

Clashes Between Resistance Fighters and Israeli Forces in Jenin

AL JAZEERA: Armed clashes erupted between resistance fighters and Israeli forces near the military road in Jenin, northern West Bank.

Tue, Feb 4, 1:38 AM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Forces Raid a Town in Ramallah

AL JAZEERA: Israeli forces raided the town of Qarawat Bani Zeid in Ramallah, West Bank.

Tue, Feb 4, 1:38 AM (Palestine Time)

White House: Trump Committed to Returning All Captives

WHITE HOUSE: A White House spokesperson stated that President Trump and his team are committed to securing the return of all captives.

Tue, Feb 4, 1:38 AM (Palestine Time)

Qatar: Trump Should Urge Netanyahu to Honor Commitments

QATARI FOREIGN MINISTRY: A Qatari foreign ministry spokesperson stated that an Israeli delegation was expected in Doha for phase two negotiations but was delayed. Qatar hopes Trump will push Netanyahu to send the delegation and support the peace process.

Tue, Feb 4, 12:03 AM (Palestine Time)

UNICEF: Restrictions on Aid Trucks to Gaza Must Be Lifted

UNICEF SPOKESPERSON (to AL-JAZEERA): The humanitarian situation remains dire for children despite the ceasefire in Gaza. The ceasefire should be used to bring in food, medical supplies, and relief aid. Restrictions on aid trucks entering Gaza must be lifted. The current aid is a drop in the ocean compared to Gaza’s needs.

 

Tue, Feb 4, 12:03 AM (Palestine Time)

Poll: Majority of Israelis Support Trump’s Plan to Displace Gazans

ISRAELI PUBLIC POLICY INSTITUTE POLL: 43% of Israelis believe Trump’s plan to displace Gaza’s population is practical. 30% find it impractical but desirable. About 14% see it as a “distraction,” while 13% believe it is an unacceptable displacement plan.

Tue, Feb 4, 12:03 AM (Palestine Time)

US Prepares to Sell Weapons to Israel

WALL STREET JOURNAL: The US is preparing to sell one billion worth of new weapons to Israel.

Mon, Feb 3, 9:47 PM (Palestine Time)

Witkoff: Gaza Ceasefire Agreement Holds and Continues

AL-JAZEERA: Trump’s Middle East envoy, Stephen Witkoff, stated that the ceasefire agreement in Gaza remains intact and continues to hold. He confirmed that efforts to release hostages are ongoing, and all parties are committed to implementing the agreement.

Mon, Feb 3, 9:47 PM (Palestine Time)

Trump: Israel Is a Small Piece of Land

TRUMP: Israel is “a small piece of land” and praised its accomplishments as “remarkable.”

Mon, Feb 3, 9:47 PM (Palestine Time)

Trump: No Guarantees the Gaza Ceasefire Will Hold

TRUMP: There are no guarantees regarding the longevity of the Gaza ceasefire. He is scheduled to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu tomorrow.

Gaza Ceasefire Progress: Hamas Ready to Discuss Second Phase

Mon, Feb 3, 9:47 PM (Palestine Time)

Channel 12: Tense Conversation Between Netanyahu and Shin Bet Chief

CHANNEL 12: Prime Minister Netanyahu had a tense conversation with Shin Bet Chief Ronen Bar and informed him of his decision to remove him from the negotiating delegation.

Mon, Feb 3, 7:17 PM (Palestine Time)

Netanyahu May Exclude Shin Bet Chief from Negotiation Team

AL JAZEERA: Israeli Channel 12 reported that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is considering excluding Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar from the Israeli negotiation team in the prisoner exchange deal.

Mon, Feb 3, 7:17 PM (Palestine Time)

Occupation Arrests 9 Palestinians in Northern West Bank

AL JAZEERA: Israeli occupation forces arrested 9 Palestinians during their ongoing raid in Tammun, south of Tubas, in the northern West Bank.

 

Mon, Feb 3, 7:17 PM (Palestine Time)

Palestinian Red Crescent: 3,000 Tents Entered Gaza Today

PRCS: The Palestinian Red Crescent announced that 28 aid trucks carrying 3,000 tents entered Gaza today via the Kerem Shalom crossing.

Mon, Feb 3, 7:17 PM (Palestine Time)

MSF: Israel Destroyed 23 Buildings in Jenin Camp

DOCTORS WITHOUT BORDERS (MSF).

A surge in violence across the West Bank.

Increased violence in Jenin, Tulkarm, and Tubas since the Gaza ceasefire, which is unacceptable.

The ongoing Israeli operation in Jenin has caused a shortage of vital supplies.

Israel destroyed 23 buildings in simultaneous attacks in Jenin camp.

Mon, Feb 3, 5:50 PM (Palestine Time)

Smotrich: We Cannot Ignore Hamas' Display of Control in Gaza

SMOTRICH:

The situation on the ground necessitates continuing the military campaign to fully destroy Hamas.

Hamas’ display of control in Gaza cannot be ignored.

The Trump administration is expected to enhance Israel’s security.

No hope should be given to the Palestinian Authority or Arabs for a Palestinian state in Israel’s heartland.

Mon, Feb 3, 5:50 PM (Palestine Time)

Palestinian Authority Arrests Jenin Camp Residents

AL JAZEERA: Palestinian sources reported that PA security forces arrested 5 youths from Jenin camp while they were in Jenin city, northern West Bank.

Mon, Feb 3, 5:50 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Politicians Call for Hamas' Destruction and Gaza Population Transfer

AL JAZEERA:

Israeli politicians expressed their views on Gaza’s future and prisoner deals:

Benny Gantz: Hamas must not remain in power; Gaza must be disarmed or destroyed.

Avigdor Lieberman: Rafah should be divided like Berlin, and Gaza residents should be relocated to Sinai.

Itamar Ben-Gvir: Netanyahu must secure Trump’s commitment to encourage migration and land occupation in Gaza without humanitarian aid.

Mon, Feb 3, 5:50 PM (Palestine Time)

Gaza Health Ministry: Occupation Manipulates Ministry Priorities

AL-JAZEERA:

Dr. Munir Al-Bursh, Director-General of the Gaza Health Ministry, stated:

Only 80 trucks of medical supplies entered Gaza.

Essential supplies like oxygen are urgently needed.

The occupation is manipulating the Health Ministry’s priorities.

Mon, Feb 3, 5:50 PM (Palestine Time)

461 Haredim Join Occupation Army Out of 3,000

HAARETZ: 461 out of 3,000 summoned Haredim have joined the Israeli army. Channel 12 noted that the army plans to send 24,000 draft orders to Haredim by year-end, but the Defense Minister has not approved this.

Mon, Feb 3, 3:02 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Forces Displace 75% of Tulkarm Camp Residents

PALESTINIAN SOURCES: The governor of Tulkarm announced that Israeli occupation forces have forcibly displaced over 75% of the residents of the Tulkarm refugee camp from their homes.

Albanese Warns of Israel’s Campaign to Expel Palestinians, Urges Arab Action

Mon, Feb 3, 3:02 PM (Palestine Time)

461 Ultra-Orthodox Join Occupation Army Out of 3,000 Summoned

HAARETZ: The Israeli army’s human resources unit reported that 461 ultra-Orthodox individuals enlisted out of 3,000 summoned. Channel 12 noted that the army plans to send 24,000 draft orders to ultra-Orthodox Jews by year-end, but the Defense Minister has not approved this.

Mon, Feb 3, 3:02 PM (Palestine Time)

Army Investigation Reveals Iron Dome’s Failure on October 7

CHANNEL 12: A new Israeli army investigation revealed critical failures in the Iron Dome system during the initial hours of the October 7 attack, with half of the rockets launched from Gaza not intercepted.

Mon, Feb 3, 3:02 PM (Palestine Time)

Gaza Medical Official: 25,000 Patients in Need

AL JAZEERA: Marwan Al-Hams, director of field hospitals in Gaza, stated that there are 25,000 patients in Gaza, with medical supplies falling short of urgent needs. He warned of the spread of epidemics and the collapse of the health system.

Mon, Feb 3, 3:02 PM (Palestine Time)

Maariv: Netanyahu’s Plane Took Unusual Route over Arrest Fears

MAARIV: Prime Minister Netanyahu’s plane took an exceptional route to Washington to avoid airspace of countries that have issued arrest warrants against him over alleged war crimes.

Mon, Feb 3, 1:48 PM (Palestine Time)

39 Patients Leave Gaza via Rafah Crossing

AL JAZEERA: 39 patients and 55 companions left Gaza through the Rafah border crossing on the third day of medical evacuations.

Mon, Feb 3, 1:48 PM (Palestine Time)

Lapid: No Risk to Government if Deal Proceeds

AL JAZEERA: Israeli opposition leader Yair Lapid stated that the U.S. administration should know there is no risk to Benjamin Netanyahu’s government if it proceeds with a ceasefire and prisoner exchange deal. Lapid has repeatedly offered a “safety net” to prevent Netanyahu’s government from collapsing.

Mon, Feb 3, 1:48 PM (Palestine Time)

Herzog Calls for Completion of Deal

AL JAZEERA: Israeli President Isaac Herzog urged the completion of all stages of the deal, including a ceasefire and prisoner exchange. His call comes as Israeli parties accuse Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of obstructing the implementation of the second phase of the ceasefire agreement.

Mon, Feb 3, 1:48 PM (Palestine Time)

70 Martyrs in West Bank Since Start of Year

PALESTINIAN HEALTH MINISTRY: 70 Palestinians, including 10 children, have been martyred by Israeli occupation forces in the West Bank since the beginning of the year.

Mon, Feb 3, 1:48 PM (Palestine Time)

Gaza Authorities Urge Immediate Shelter Supplies

GAZA GOVERNMENT MEDIA OFFICE:

Emphasize the urgent need to provide shelter for displaced families who lost homes in the aggression.

Call on international guarantors and mediators to pressure Israel to allow shelter materials immediately.

Urge the Jordanian Hashemite Charity Organization to prioritize sending tents and shelter supplies.

Mon, Feb 3, 12:30 PM (Palestine Time)

2,161 Attacks by Israeli Forces and Settlers in January

PALESTINIAN ANTI-WALL AND ANTI-SETTLEMENT COMMISSION: Israeli forces and settlers carried out 2,161 attacks across the occupied West Bank in January. Settlers attempted to establish 10 new outposts, while Israeli authorities seized 262 dunams of land north of occupied Jerusalem.

Buying the West Bank: Israel’s New Annexation Method ‘Catastrophic’

Mon, Feb 3, 12:30 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Negotiator: Netanyahu’s Delay Violates Agreement

CNN: An Israeli negotiator stated that Netanyahu’s refusal to begin negotiations on the agreed-upon day is a clear violation of the agreement. Talks on the second phase of the deal were supposed to start on the 16th day of the ceasefire, but Netanyahu delayed sending his delegation to Doha.

Mon, Feb 3, 12:30 PM (Palestine Time)

Settlers Storm Al-Aqsa Mosque

WAFA: Dozens of settlers, under Israeli police protection, stormed Al-Aqsa Mosque, performed provocative rituals, and conducted Talmudic ceremonies. Since October 2023, over 68,000 settlers have stormed the mosque.

Mon, Feb 3, 12:30 PM (Palestine Time)

Father of Gaza Detainee Heads to Washington to Meet Trump

HAARETZ: The father of a detainee in Gaza said he was denied a spot on Netanyahu’s delegation but is traveling to Washington to try to meet President Trump. Families of detainees fear Netanyahu may sabotage the ceasefire and prisoner exchange deal.

Mon, Feb 3, 12:30 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Families Committee: Netanyahu Will Manipulate Trump

ISRAELI FAMILIES COMMITTEE: The committee warned that Netanyahu will try to manipulate Trump to sabotage the deal. They called for protests, urging Trump not to allow Netanyahu to sacrifice detainees’ lives.

Mon, Feb 3, 12:30 PM (Palestine Time)

Iranian Foreign Ministry: Gaza’s Future Decided by Palestinians

RANIAN FOREIGN MINISTRY: Iran stated that the management of Gaza is a decision for Palestinians and resistance groups, emphasizing it will respect their choice.

Mon, Feb 3, 12:30 PM (Palestine Time)

Collapse of Medical System in Rafah

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Israel’s war on Gaza has destroyed hospitals, leaving the remaining ones struggling with a lack of medical supplies. Abu Youssef Al-Najjar Hospital in Rafah was burned, worsening conditions for patients and the wounded.

Mon, Feb 3, 12:30 PM (Palestine Time)

Ben-Gvir Accuses Government of Violating Deal Principles

ITAMAR BEN-GVIR: The resigned minister accused the Israeli government of violating the principles of the deal, including allowing the Palestinian Authority to control the Rafah crossing.

Mon, Feb 3, 12:30 PM (Palestine Time)

Al-Quds Brigades Detonate Explosives in Israeli Vehicles

AL-QUDS BRIGADES: The group announced detonating explosives in Israeli military vehicles during an incursion into Al-Harthiya, Jenin.

Mon, Feb 3, 12:30 PM (Palestine Time)

Yedioth Ahronoth: Netanyahu Excludes Detainees’ Families from Delegation

YEDIOTH AHRONOTH: Netanyahu’s office refused to include representatives of detainees’ families in his Washington visit. Families have already traveled to pressure for the deal’s completion.

Mon, Feb 3, 12:30 PM (Palestine Time)

Haaretz: Netanyahu Seeks US Pledge to Eliminate Hamas

HAARETZ: Netanyahu aims to secure a US commitment to end Hamas during his Washington visit. Appointing Ron Dermer as chief negotiator may hinder the second phase of the deal.

 

Mon, Feb 3, 12:30 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Advisor Opposes Reappointing Ben-Gvir

CHANNEL 14: The Israeli government’s legal advisor opposed reappointing Itamar Ben-Gvir as minister, citing his resignation over the Gaza ceasefire deal.

Mon, Feb 3, 12:30 PM (Palestine Time)

UN Official Warns of Israeli Crimes in West Bank

WAFA: UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese condemned Israel’s “criminal” practices in the West Bank, warning of genocidal intent and calling for international intervention.

Mon, Feb 3, 12:30 PM (Palestine Time)

Al-Quds Brigades Detonate Explosive in Israeli Vehicle

AL-QUDS BRIGADES: The group announced detonating an explosive in an Israeli military vehicle during an incursion west of Jenin.

Mon, Feb 3, 12:30 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Military Vehicles Raid Neighborhood in Jerusalem

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Israeli military vehicles raided Kafr Aqab, a neighborhood in northern occupied Jerusalem.

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