LIVE BLOG: Israel Turmoil | Abu Obeida: Captives Targeted | Ansarallah: Solidarity Continues – Day 468

Despite the announcement of a ceasefire, Israel continued to carry out massacres in Gaza. (Photo: via QNN)

By Palestine Chronicle Staff  

Israeli Channel 14 reported that the army will withdraw from the Gaza Strip and shift to a defensive stance once the ceasefire takes effect.

Meanwhile, Israeli airstrikes continued across Gaza. Medical sources informed Al-Jazeera that 50 Palestinians were killed in raids targeting multiple areas in the Gaza Strip since Thursday morning.

According to Gaza’s Ministry of Health, 46,707 Palestinians have been killed, and 110,265 wounded in Israel’s ongoing genocide in Gaza starting on October 7, 2023.

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Fri, Jan 17, 4:52 AM (Palestine Time)

Palestinian Mother Mourns Son Killed in Gaza

SOCIAL MEDIA: A viral video showed a Palestinian mother grieving the loss of her son, who was killed in an Israeli airstrike after coming to congratulate her on the upcoming ceasefire.

Fri, Jan 17, 4:52 AM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Artillery Shells Zaytoun Neighborhood

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Israeli artillery shelled areas in Gaza’s Zaytoun neighborhood south of Gaza City early Friday morning.

Fri, Jan 17, 4:52 AM (Palestine Time)

John Kirby: Gaza Ceasefire Agreement Still on Track

US MEDIA: US National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby confirmed that the Gaza ceasefire agreement is still expected to begin by the end of the week and showed no signs of deviation.

Fri, Jan 17, 4:52 AM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Airstrike Targets Nuseirat Refugee Camp

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: An Israeli airstrike early Friday targeted a tent sheltering displaced persons in Nuseirat camp, central Gaza, resulting in one killed and several injuries.

Fri, Jan 17, 4:52 AM (Palestine Time)

Five Palestinians Killed in Khan Younis

AL-JAZEERA: Five Palestinians were killed early Friday in an Israeli airstrike on the town of Abasan, east of Khan Younis in southern Gaza. Two other Palestinians were killed, and others injured in an Israeli air raid on a house in Khan Younis.

Fri, Jan 17, 4:52 AM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Drones Target Northern Gaza

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Al-Aqsa TV reports that Israeli drones dropped bombs on Al-Saftawi and Jabaliya in northern Gaza early Friday morning. Multiple areas in northern Gaza were also hit by fire barrages from Israeli planes.

Fri, Jan 17, 4:52 AM (Palestine Time)

Netanyahu Orders Ministerial Council Meeting, Prepares for Captive Return

ISRAELI MEDIA: Office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that the Israeli leader has been informed of an agreement for the release of the captives. He has called for a ministerial council meeting today to discuss the deal’s ratification and instructed relevant authorities to prepare for the return of the captives, both dead and alive.

Fri, Jan 17, 4:52 AM (Palestine Time)

Israel’s Efforts to Create Buffer Zone in Gaza

AP: Associated Press published satellite images revealing Israel’s attempts to establish a buffer zone extending about 60 km into Gaza. The images show extensive destruction in Gaza City, with buildings reduced to rubble and streets filled with debris.

Fri, Jan 17, 12:16 AM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Airstrike Hits Residential Building in Nuseirat Camp

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Israeli warplanes bombed a six-story residential building near Al-Huda Mosque in Nuseirat Camp, central Gaza. A previous strike in the area caused several injuries.

Fri, Jan 17, 12:16 AM (Palestine Time)

Night Strikes on Jabaliya

AL-AQSA TV: Israeli warplanes carried out new airstrikes on Jabalia town in northern Gaza, accompanied by artillery shelling.

Fri, Jan 17, 12:16 AM (Palestine Time)

Casualties in Gaza City Strikes

AL-AQSA TV: Israeli airstrikes targeted homes on Yafa Street in northeastern Gaza City, causing casualties. Israeli forces are reportedly blocking ambulance crews from reaching the site to rescue victims.

Fri, Jan 17, 12:16 AM (Palestine Time)

Three Boys Injured by Israeli Fire in Askar Camp

PALESTINIAN RED CRESCENT: Three boys were injured by Israeli occupation forces during clashes in the Askar New Camp in Nablus, West Bank.

Fri, Jan 17, 12:16 AM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Media: Netanyahu Meets Smotrich

CHANNEL 12: A meeting is currently underway between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich to resolve the crisis over the prisoner exchange deal.

Fri, Jan 17, 12:16 AM (Palestine Time)

Netanyahu’s Party Responds to Ben Gvir

LIKUD PARTY STATEMENT:

Anyone who dismantles the right-wing government will be shamed forever.

The deal ensures the release of the largest possible number of living hostages.

Fri, Jan 17, 12:16 AM (Palestine Time)

US Defense Secretary: Gaza Deal Must Be Strictly Enforced

US DEFENSE SECRETARY LLOYD AUSTIN:
The Gaza ceasefire agreement must be implemented “strictly.”

‘Crucial First Step’ – World Leaders’ Reaction to Ceasefire Announcement

Thu, Jan 16, 11:11 PM (Palestine Time)

Survey: 61.5% of Israelis Support Gaza Deal

CHANNEL 13: 61.5% of Israelis support the Gaza ceasefire agreement, while only 23.9% oppose it.

‘Crucial First Step’ – World Leaders’ Reaction to Ceasefire Announcement

Thu, Jan 16, 11:11 PM (Palestine Time)

Lapid Renews Offer to Netanyahu

YAIR LAPID: I tell Netanyahu: Don’t worry, you will have all the support you need to complete the prisoner exchange deal.

Thu, Jan 16, 11:11 PM (Palestine Time)

Phone Call Between Araghchi and Khalil Al-Hayya

IRANIAN FOREIGN MINISTRY: Minister Abbas Araghchi discussed the latest developments in Gaza with Hamas leader Khalil Al-Hayya during a phone call.

Thu, Jan 16, 11:11 PM (Palestine Time)

Ben Gvir: I’ll Resign Over the Deal

ITAMAR BEN-GVIR:

This is a bad deal, releasing hundreds of murderers.

This deal is disgraceful and reckless, and my party, Otzma Yehudit, will resign if it is approved.

We are ready to pay a heavy price to free our captives, but this proposal is unbearable.

Abu Obeida: Israel Targeted Captive after Agreement Announcement

Thu, Jan 16, 11:11 PM (Palestine Time)

Walla: Netanyahu Calls Ben Gvir

WALLA: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is currently on a phone call with National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir.

Thu, Jan 16, 11:11 PM (Palestine Time)

Gaza Agreement Approval Meeting May Be Delayed

YEDIOTH AHRONOTH: The cabinet meeting to approve the Gaza deal might be postponed until Saturday evening. Delaying the meeting means captives won’t be released on Sunday but on Monday instead.

Thu, Jan 16, 11:11 PM (Palestine Time)

Halevi Visits Troops in Northern Gaza

TIMES OF ISRAEL: Israeli Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi visited Nahal Brigade forces stationed in Beit Hanoun, northern Gaza.

Thu, Jan 16, 9:04 PM (Palestine Time)

Netanyahu Meets Smotrich Tonight

ISRAELI MEDIA: Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich will meet again with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu tonight in an attempt to narrow the disagreements between them over the Gaza ceasefire agreement.

 

Thu, Jan 16, 9:04 PM (Palestine Time)

Smotrich Requests Written Guarantees Regarding War

CHANNEL 12: Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, who opposes the Gaza ceasefire agreement, has asked Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for written guarantees concerning the resumption of war after the first phase of the agreement.

Thu, Jan 16, 9:04 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Sources: Ben-Gvir to Resign from the Government

ISRAEL HAYOM (citing sources close to Netanyahu): Itamar Ben-Gvir, who opposes the Gaza ceasefire agreement, will resign from the government.

Thu, Jan 16, 9:04 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Official Expects Gaza Ceasefire Agreement to Be Approved Within Hours

CHANNEL 13: An Israeli official stated that the government is expected to approve the Gaza ceasefire agreement within the next few hours.

Thu, Jan 16, 9:04 PM (Palestine Time)

Ansarallah's Operations Will Continue

ABDUL-MALIK AL-HOUTHI: Our operations will continue in support of the Palestinian people if the enemy continues its genocide and escalation before the ceasefire agreement is implemented.

Thu, Jan 16, 7:44 PM (Palestine Time)

Netanyahu’s Government to Vote on Gaza Agreement Tomorrow - CNN

CNN (citing Israeli official): The cabinet will vote on the Gaza ceasefire agreement tomorrow morning, Friday.

Thu, Jan 16, 7:44 PM (Palestine Time)

Cabinet Meeting After Return of Shin Bet and Mossad Chiefs

ISRAEL HAYOM: The Security Cabinet will meet to approve the Gaza ceasefire agreement after the Shin Bet and Mossad chiefs return from Qatar.

Thu, Jan 16, 7:44 PM (Palestine Time)

Disputes Over the Deal Resolved

KAN: Israeli officials announced that disputes regarding the Gaza ceasefire agreement and prisoner exchange have been resolved, and the agreement will be implemented.

CHANNEL 12: The Security Cabinet and the entire government will meet tomorrow, Friday, to approve the deal.

Thu, Jan 16, 7:44 PM (Palestine Time)

Final Gaza Deal Disputes Resolved - US Source

AXIOS: A US source stated that “the final disputes over the Gaza deal have been resolved.”

Thu, Jan 16, 7:44 PM (Palestine Time)

Shas Party Leader: Obstacles in Gaza Agreement Overcome

KAN: Aryeh Deri, Shas Party leader and member of Israel’s coalition government, said he received confirmation that “all obstacles have been overcome,” and the Gaza ceasefire agreement is moving forward.

Thu, Jan 16, 7:44 PM (Palestine Time)

Blinken: Confident Ceasefire in Gaza Will Begin Sunday

US SECRETARY OF STATE ANTONY BLINKEN:

Confident the Gaza ceasefire agreement will be implemented on Sunday.

The Middle East holds promising prospects after reaching this agreement.

Urged for a comprehensive plan for governance in Gaza post-war.

Thu, Jan 16, 7:44 PM (Palestine Time)

Journalists Interrupt Blinken Over Gaza Genocide

During a press conference, journalists interrupted US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, accusing him of silence over the genocide in Gaza.

Thu, Jan 16, 7:44 PM (Palestine Time)

Financial Times: Netanyahu Cannot Back Out of the Deal

FINANCIAL TIMES: A former advisor to Netanyahu stated that the Prime Minister cannot back out of the deal because of pressure from Trump. Sources indicated the Security Cabinet meeting to approve the Gaza agreement may be held on Friday.

Thu, Jan 16, 7:44 PM (Palestine Time)

Civil Defense: 46 Killed in Gaza Since This Morning

GAZA CIVIL DEFENSE: 46 people were killed in Israeli airstrikes across Gaza since dawn today.

Thu, Jan 16, 5:46 PM (Palestine Time)

Israel Struck Location Holding a Captive - Abu Obeida

ABU OBEIDA:

After the agreement was announced, the enemy struck a location holding a captive from the first phase of the deal.

Any aggression or bombing at this stage by the enemy could turn the freedom of a captive into a tragedy.

Thu, Jan 16, 5:46 PM (Palestine Time)

Netanyahu Wants Smotrich to Stay in Govt

CHANNEL 14: The main reason for delaying the cabinet meeting is Netanyahu’s concern that Smotrich may leave the government. Netanyahu is seeking a clear commitment from Smotrich to remain in the coalition.

 

Thu, Jan 16, 5:46 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Broadcaster: Agreement Disputes Nearly Resolved

KAN: Disputes over the identity of Palestinian prisoners to be released are close to resolution. Israeli estimates indicate that all disagreements on the agreement are about to be settled.

Thu, Jan 16, 4:22 PM (Palestine Time)

80,000 Tons of Food Stuck Outside Gaza - WFP

WFP:

We have 80,000 tons of food waiting outside Gaza, enough to feed over one million people.

We emphasize the need for unrestricted access to those in need in Gaza.

Thu, Jan 16, 4:22 PM (Palestine Time)

Kirby Denies Ceasefire Deal Collapse Reports

NBC NEWS:

White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby:

Some details remain to be clarified, but reports of the ceasefire agreement collapsing are false.

We are confident the details Netanyahu mentioned will be resolved, and the deal will start Sunday.

Both Biden and Trump share the goal of ending this war and freeing the hostages.

Hamas returned to the table due to isolation after losing its strength, leaders, and Iran’s support.

During Phase 1, both sides must negotiate Phase 2, which will end the war.

The major step toward Phase 2 is fulfilling Phase 1 commitments.

Thu, Jan 16, 4:22 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Defense Minister Cancels Gaza Intelligence Chief's Appointment

ISRAELI MINISTRY OF DEFENSE:

Israel Katz canceled the appointment of Gaza Division Intelligence Chief for ignoring warnings linked to October 7, 2023.

Katz asked the Chief of Staff not to appoint anyone involved in the October 7 events.

He also requested the army complete investigations into the October 6-7 events by the end of the month.

Thu, Jan 16, 3:58 PM (Palestine Time)

Religious Zionism: We Oppose the Deal Completely

RELIGIOUS ZIONISM: Despite the desire to bring all captives home, we completely oppose the deal.

Thu, Jan 16, 3:58 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Families Blame Netanyahu, Not Hamas or Ben Gvir

YEDIOTH AHRONOTH: The newspaper quoted the families of detainees in Gaza, saying, “Neither Hamas nor Ben Gvir are responsible for delaying the deal; Netanyahu is.”

Thu, Jan 16, 3:58 PM (Palestine Time)

Indonesian Hospital Targeted

AL-JAZEERA: Israeli artillery targeted the Indonesian hospital in northern Gaza, also reporting injuries from an Israeli strike on a home in Jabaliya town in the northern Gaza Strip.

Thu, Jan 16, 3:58 PM (Palestine Time)

Al-Qassam Brigades Seize Israeli Drone

AL-QASSAM BRIGADES: We managed to seize an advanced Israeli drone before it could carry out offensive operations in northern Gaza.

Thu, Jan 16, 3:58 PM (Palestine Time)

Hezbollah Rocket Explosion Injures 10 Soldiers

MAARIV: A Hezbollah rocket explosion injured 10 Israeli soldiers at an Israeli army training base.

Thu, Jan 16, 3:58 PM (Palestine Time)

Hopes Ceasefire Deal Will Bring Stable Peace - Russia

RUSSIAN FM: The ministry expressed hope that the ceasefire agreement would bring stable peace to Gaza and help in the return of displaced people and the reconstruction of the area.

Thu, Jan 16, 3:58 PM (Palestine Time)

War Damage to Municipalities Exceeds 5 Billion Dollars

GAZA MUNICIPALITY: The damages to municipal infrastructure caused by the Israeli war on Gaza exceed 5 billion dollars. “Our priority, once the ceasefire begins, is to increase water supplies and remove waste.”

Thu, Jan 16, 3:58 PM (Palestine Time)

Delay in Netanyahu's Statement Due to Crisis with Smotrich - KAN

KAN: The delay in issuing a statement from Netanyahu’s office regarding the ceasefire deal was due to a crisis with Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and efforts to ensure government stability.

Hamas Rejects Netanyahu’s Allegations, Commits to Ceasefire Agreement

Thu, Jan 16, 12:06 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Official: Ceasefire Requires Cabinet Approval

REUTERS: Reuters quoted an Israeli official as saying the ceasefire agreement will not be formal until it is approved by the Security Cabinet and the government.

Thu, Jan 16, 12:06 PM (Palestine Time)

10 Soldiers Injured in Ammunition Explosion

ISRAELI ARMY SPOKESPERSON: Ten soldiers were injured in an ammunition explosion at a training base in southern Israel.

Thu, Jan 16, 12:06 PM (Palestine Time)

71 Dead, Over 200 Injured Since Ceasefire Announcement

GAZA CIVIL DEFENSE: Seventy-one Palestinians have been killed, and over 200 injured in Israeli attacks since the ceasefire was announced.

Thu, Jan 16, 12:06 PM (Palestine Time)

Injuries in Airstrike on Displaced People in Gaza

AL JAZEERA: Several people were injured in an Israeli airstrike targeting a school sheltering displaced people in the Al-Zaytoun neighborhood of southern Gaza.

Thu, Jan 16, 12:06 PM (Palestine Time)

Iran Welcomes Ceasefire Agreement

IRANIAN FOREIGN MINISTRY: Iran welcomed the ceasefire agreement, crediting it to the resistance and resilience of the people of Gaza and Palestine.

Thu, Jan 16, 12:06 PM (Palestine Time)

Islamic Jihad Bombards Israeli Forces in Jabaliya

AL-QUDS BRIGADES: Fighters from Saraya Al-Quds shelled Israeli forces and vehicles near the grass field in central Jabaliya refugee camp.

Thu, Jan 16, 11:18 AM (Palestine Time)

EU Official: We Will Work on Gaza's Reconstruction

EUROPEAN UNION OFFICIAL: The Mediterranean Commissioner of the European Union said that the EU will work on rebuilding Gaza and its recovery process with international partners, including Gulf states.

Thu, Jan 16, 11:18 AM (Palestine Time)

Here is the translation with shortened titles and sources cited in uppercase before each text section: UK Foreign Secretary: Full Implementation of Ceasefire Agreement Needed SOURCE: ANADOLU AGENCY UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy stated: Full implementation of all stages of the ceasefire agreement is essential. We will continue all possible diplomatic efforts to achieve lasting peace, security, and a two-state solution. EU Official: We Will Work on Gaza's Reconstruction SOURCE: EUROPEAN UNION OFFICIAL The Mediterranean Commissioner of the European Union said: We will work on rebuilding Gaza and its recovery process with international partners, including Gulf states. Government Sources: Netanyahu Cannot Backtrack on Exchange Deal

MAARIV:

Government sources reported:

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu cannot backtrack on the prisoner exchange deal.

His options include securing a majority to support the deal, seeking opposition backing, or calling for elections.

Thu, Jan 16, 11:18 AM (Palestine Time)

Around 50 Killed in Israeli Airstrikes Since Dawn

MEDICAL SOURCE TO AL-JAZEERA: Around 50 Palestinians were killed in separate Israeli airstrikes in northern Gaza since this morning.

Thu, Jan 16, 11:18 AM (Palestine Time)

Smotrich: Both Sides Want Captives to Return

ANADOLU:

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said:

Supporters and opponents of the exchange deal want the return of the captives and the state’s security.

The dispute should be managed with sincere intentions.

These are critical days, balancing the desire for the hostages’ return against the high price of the deal and its implications for Israel’s future.

Thu, Jan 16, 11:18 AM (Palestine Time)

Occupation Forces Deploy Surveillance Cranes in Northern Gaza

AL-JAZEERA: Occupation forces have started deploying cranes equipped with surveillance cameras in northern Gaza.

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