
Israeli forces committed new violations of the ceasefire agreement in Gaza, amid a political deadlock over the second phase.
Meanwhile, the Israeli Central Command expanded open-fire orders in the West Bank, leading to a rise in civilian casualties from army gunfire, according to Haaretz.
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Occupation Gunboats Fire Shells Toward Khan Younis Shore
AL-JAZEERA: Israeli military gunboats fired shells toward the Khan Younis shore in the southern Gaza Strip.
Ben Gvir: Trump Is Right, We Must Return to Destruction Now
ISRAELI MEDIA: Resigned Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir stated that U.S. President Donald Trump is “right, we must return to destruction now,” referring to resuming fighting in Gaza.
(Trump had said in a series of remarks made yesterday, Monday, at the White House, if all the hostages from Gaza are not returned by 12 PM on Saturday, I will call for the cancellation of the ceasefire.)
Lapid Comments on Resistance's Announcement to Delay Prisoner Release
ISRAELI MEDIA: Israeli opposition leader Yair Lapid stated that Hamas’s delay in releasing Israeli prisoners is “a response to Netanyahu’s remarks that he does not want the second phase of the exchange deal.”
(Abu Obeida, the spokesperson for the Al-Qassam Brigades, had earlier said that the occupation did not adhere to the terms of the agreement, and therefore, the handover of Israeli prisoners scheduled for release next Saturday would be postponed until further notice.)
Brother of Israeli Prisoner in Gaza: Netanyahu Sabotaged the Deal
ISRAELI MEDIA: Israeli Army Radio quotes the brother of a prisoner held in Gaza:
“Netanyahu is the one who sabotaged the deal and did not move forward to the second phase.
“If the second phase of the agreement is not implemented, why would Hamas release the ‘abductees’?”
Egypt Does Not Intend to Be a Partner in Trump's Proposal
ISRAELI ARMY RADIO: Egypt has informed the White House that it does not intend to be a partner in US President Donald Trump’s proposal to displace the residents of Gaza and take control of the Strip.
New Resistance Operations in Tulkarm
STATEMENT: The Al-Qassam Brigades – Tulkarm announced the targeting of an Israeli infantry force in a well-planned ambush. They stated that they took advantage of the advance of a rescue force and inflicted casualties, leaving members of the force dead and wounded. The Brigades confirmed that their fighters, alongside the Al-Quds Brigades, the Youth of Revenge and Liberation, targeted an Israeli force in the Nur Shams camp.
Additionally, their fighters, alongside the Al-Quds Brigades and the Al-Aqsa Martyrs’ Brigades, targeted an Israeli force in the vicinity of the Tulkarm camp.
الاحتلال يدمّر البنية التحتية ويجبر الأهالي على النزوح#الجزيرة #فيديو pic.twitter.com/RUMTvw7ZQp
— الجزيرة فلسطين (@AJA_Palestine) February 10, 2025
Donald Trump Threatens Gaza with 'Hell'
US MEDIA: US President Donald Trump threatened to open the gates of hell if the Israeli captives are not released from Gaza, stating that he would call for the cancellation of the ceasefire agreement if all hostages are not returned from Gaza by 12:00 PM on Saturday. Trump mentioned that he might discuss with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu the possibility of setting Saturday as the final deadline.
The Crisis with Hamas Can Be Resolved before Saturday - Yedioth Ahronoth
YEDIOTH AHRONOTH: An Israeli source stated that Hamas’s statement is concerning, but there is still enough time to address and resolve the crisis before Saturday.
Southern Command of Israeli Army Cancels Soldiers’ Leave
AL JAZEERA: Israeli media reported that the Southern Command of the army canceled soldiers’ leave in preparation for resuming fighting if the agreement between the resistance and Israel collapses.
Lieberman Threatens to Cut Off Water, Food, and Electricity to Gaza
LIEBERMAN:
“No food, water, electricity, or fuel will enter Gaza if Hamas does not release the hostages by Saturday.
“The Rafah crossing will be closed, and full control over the Netzarim axis will be restored.”
Hamas Condemns PA’s Decision to Stop Payments to Prisoners and Martyrs’ Families
HAMAS:
“We condemn the decision of the Palestinian Authority president to cancel financial allowances for the families of prisoners, martyrs, and the wounded, and to abandon their cause.
“Stopping allowances for the families of prisoners, martyrs, and the wounded is an unpatriotic act, and we call for its immediate reversal.
“What is required is to honor the sacrifices of prisoners, the wounded, and the families of martyrs, and to support their families instead of abandoning them.
“Turning the families of prisoners and martyrs, who have given the most precious of what they have, into social cases is disgraceful.”
Katz: Halting Prisoner Releases Is a Breach of the Agreement
KATZ:
“Hamas’s announcement to halt the release of captives is a complete breach of the ceasefire agreement.
“I have instructed the army to prepare for any possible scenario in Gaza at the highest level of readiness.
“We will not allow a return to the reality of October 7.”
PA Makes Changes to Prisoners’ Salary Payments
AXIOS (citing a Palestinian official):
“The Palestinian president has canceled laws that transferred allowances to the families of prisoners and martyrs.”
“The PA informed the Trump administration in advance of the decision to cancel the transfer of allowances to the families of prisoners and martyrs.”
Abu Obeida: Handover of Their Captives Will Be Postponed
ABU OBEIDA:
Abu Obeida, the spokesperson for Al-Qassam Brigades, stated that the resistance leadership has monitored the enemy’s violations and failure to adhere to the terms of the agreement, while the resistance has fulfilled all its obligations.
He announced that the handover of Zionist captives, scheduled for release next Saturday, will be postponed until further notice, pending the occupation’s compliance and compensation for the obligations of the past weeks retroactively. Abu Obeida emphasized their commitment to the terms of the agreement as long as the occupation adheres to its commitments.
🚨 BREAKING 🚨
ABU OBEIDA:
Abu Obeida, the spokesperson for Al-Qassam Brigades, stated that the resistance leadership has monitored the enemy’s violations and failure to adhere to the terms of the agreement, while the resistance has fulfilled all its obligations.
He announced… pic.twitter.com/05WIBxbvWh
— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) February 10, 2025
UNRWA: Israel Has Displaced 40,000 Palestinians from the Northern West Bank
UNRWA: The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) revealed that the Israeli occupation has forcibly displaced nearly 40,000 Palestinian refugees from the northern occupied West Bank.
Gaza Death Toll Reaches 48,208
GAZA HEALTH MINISTRY: In the past 24 hours, Gaza’s hospitals received 19 more bodies, including 14 retrieved from the rubble, two who succumbed to injuries, and three new casualties. The total death toll from Israel’s assault since October 7, 2023, now stands at 48,208, with 111,655 wounded.
Resistance Fighters Detonate IED on Israeli Forces
PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Palestinian fighters detonated a powerful explosive device targeting Israeli military vehicles inside Al-Fara’a refugee camp in southern Tubas, West Bank.
Half of Nur Shams Camp Residents Displaced
EMERGENCY COMMITTEE, NUR SHAMS CAMP:
Half of the camp’s population has fled.
Israel has destroyed 200 homes completely and damaged 120 others.
Erdogan: Netanyahu Must Pay Gaza $100B in Reparations
TURKISH PRESIDENT RECEP TAYYIP ERDOGAN
Calls for Israel to compensate Gaza for destruction instead of seeking to expel its people.
Rejects Israeli efforts to force Palestinians from their land.
Says Israel cannot move on “as if nothing happened” after mass killings and devastation.
Demands return of stolen Palestinian lands and homes.
Israeli Ministers Admit Approving Parts of Second Phase Deal
ISRAEL HAYOM: Israeli ministers revealed they agreed to elements of the second phase of the prisoner exchange deal when approving the first phase.
Families of October 7 Victims Protest in Knesset
YEDIOTH AHRONOTH: Families of Israelis killed on October 7 staged a protest inside the Knesset, demanding a formal commission of inquiry.
🪧 Israeli demonstrators marched in Haifa, demanding Netanyahu’s government fully implement the ceasefire and prisoner exchange agreements while calling for early elections ⤵ pic.twitter.com/l7SCZlle1Y
— Anadolu English (@anadoluagency) February 8, 2025
EU: ICC Crucial for Ending Impunity
EUROPEAN COMMISSION: The European Commission reaffirmed the importance of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in fighting impunity and said it is closely monitoring U.S. actions regarding the court.
Portugal Urges Israel to Maintain Ceasefire Agreement
PORTUGUESE FOREIGN MINISTER: Portugal’s Foreign Minister expressed belief in the two-state solution and stated that the Gaza ceasefire agreement offers hope. He urged Israel to maintain the ceasefire and move to the second phase.
Israeli Team Returns from Doha, Security Cabinet to Meet Tomorrow
KAN: Israel’s negotiating team has returned from Doha, and the security cabinet will convene tomorrow to discuss the second phase of the deal.
Israel Withdraws 99th Division and Harel Brigade from Gaza
ISRAELI ARMY RADIO: The Israeli army pulled out the 99th Division and Harel Brigade from Gaza following their withdrawal from the Netzarim corridor. The army is now operating with the lowest number of troops in Gaza since October 2023.
Hundreds of Israeli Doctors Demand Immediate Return of Captives
ISRAEL HAYOM: 1,700 Israeli doctors signed a petition urging the government to take immediate action to secure the return of captives from Gaza.
Israeli Minister Calls for West Bank Annexation
ISRAELI EDUCATION MINISTER: The minister said the new US administration presents a “historic opportunity” to impose Israeli sovereignty over the West Bank.
Saudi Official: If Trump Wants Peace, He Should Relocate Israelis, Not Palestinians
Israel Failed to Achieve Its Goals in Gaza - Erdogan
ERDOGAN:
President Erdoğan said Israel has failed to reach its objectives in Gaza and is stalling on ceasefire deal terms
He warned against another Nakba, stating Israel must bear the full cost of Gaza’s reconstruction.
He reiterated that the Palestinian people will not accept any alternative to a sovereign state with Jerusalem as its capital.
Israeli Forces Raid Jalazone Camp near Ramallah
AL JAZEERA: Israeli forces raided the Jalazone refugee camp in the northern West Bank city of Ramallah.
Hamas: Gaza Is Not for Sale
HAMAS:
Hamas condemned Trump’s remarks about buying Gaza, calling them “absurd” and showing “deep ignorance” of Palestine.
“Gaza is not real estate for sale—it is an inseparable part of occupied Palestine.”
The group warned against plans for forced displacement, saying, “Our people will not leave Gaza except to return to their towns and villages occupied in 1948.”
Khalil Al-Hayya: Palestinians Will Not Leave Their Land
KHALIL AL-HAYYA:
Palestinians will never abandon their homeland.
The Al-Aqsa Flood operation united the region against Israeli aggression.
It was the first step toward the end of Israeli occupation and Palestinian victory.
Israeli Central Command Expanded Open-Fire Orders
HAARETZ: Israeli military unit leaders told Haaretz that the Central Command expanded open-fire orders in the West Bank, increasing the number of civilian casualties from Israeli army gunfire.
Maariv: Israel Considers Transitional Phase in Prisoner Exchange Deal
CHANNEL 12: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is conducting a limited assessment today regarding the second phase of the deal ahead of the cabinet meeting. Israel is considering proposing a transitional phase between the first and second phases of the prisoner exchange agreement.
Palestinian Killed by Occupation Fire in Shejaiya Neighborhood
AL-JAZEERA: A Palestinian was killed by Israeli army gunfire in the Shejaiya neighborhood east of Gaza City.
🔴 BREAKING! At least 3 Palestinians have been killed after Israeli forces opened fire on Palestinians at Al-Kuwait Roundabout in #Gaza City, a clear violation of the ceasefire agreement. pic.twitter.com/1faaMOlYNa
— DOAM (@doamuslims) February 9, 2025
Shin Bet Chief: Official Investigation Committee Must Be Established for October 7
KAN: Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar stated that an official investigation committee must be established due to “allegations and conspiracies surrounding the October 7 massacre.”
Gantz Calls for Investigation Committee
GANTZ: An investigation into the greatest disaster in our history is not subject to the government’s wishes, and the interrogated do not choose the investigators.
Retired Israeli General: Our Army Has Deteriorated
RETIRED ISRAELI GENERAL ITZHAK BRIK:
The current existential threat to Israel is incomparable to the future threat.
Our ground army is small and cannot fight on multiple fronts.
Our small ground army will have to fight on at least five fronts.
The Israeli army has deteriorated and has not developed a security concept for current or future wars.
Hamas’s surrender and disarmament do not seem imminent.
Israel and the US have left no future prospects for Hamas or Gazans, with their plans to displace the population and strip them of their land.
BREAKING:
⚡ 🇮🇱 Israel's Defense Ministry announced that 12,500 of its soldiers may be classified as disabled after the war, meaning they have varying degrees of disability.
This is far above the number of casualties reported by the IDF until now.
This number coincides… pic.twitter.com/EJejXK9F9Q
— Megatron (@Megatron_ron) January 5, 2024
Occupation Forces Demolish and Set Fire to Palestinian Homes near Jenin
AL-JAZEERA: Footage broadcast by local Palestinian platforms today showed the aftermath of destruction in one home and a fire in another in the town of Al-Sila Al-Harithiya, west of Jenin in the occupied West Bank.
Herzog Urges Start of Second Phase of Ceasefire Agreement
AL-JAZEERA: Israeli President Isaac Herzog stated that the Israeli negotiation team went to Qatar and urged everyone to negotiate the second phase of the ceasefire agreement.
Failure to Start Second Phase Negotiations Violates Agreement
KAN: Negotiations for the second phase of the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas have not yet begun, with internal Israeli discussions and talks between Hamas and mediators ongoing.
ZioNazi Israelis cannot be trusted, they deserve all they have coming to them. Hamas is even stronger now. The IDF is impotent unless it comes to murdering children and raping male detainees. Hamas has won and will continue to win no matter what.