Israel at War, Day 553 | Latest on US-Iran talks, Gaza war, Syria

IDF establishes corridor separating Khan Yunis and Rafah • IDF evacuates southern Gaza, prepares to strike after Khan Yunis rocket launch

An Iranian newspaper with a cover photo of Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, is seen in Tehran
An Iranian newspaper with a cover photo of Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, is seen in Tehran
(photo credit: MAJID ASGARIPOUR/WANA (WEST ASIA NEWS AGENCY) VIA REUTERS)

IDF battalion holds Passover Seder inside Syrian territory

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Clashes reported between IDF, Palestinians near Kalkilya in West Bank

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Dozens of terrorists killed by IDF as northern Gaza fighting continues

The IDF also assisted Gazan civilians to evacuate via organized routes during the operation.

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The IDF killed dozens of Hamas terrorists Gaza City's Daraj Tuffah on April 12, 2025.
The IDF killed dozens of Hamas terrorists Gaza City's Daraj Tuffah on April 12, 2025.
(photo credit: IDF SPOKESPERSON'S UNIT)
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Rocket intercepted by IAF after sirens sounded near the Gaza Strip

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Hamas publishes propaganda video, showing sign of life of Edan Alexander

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Screenshot of hostage Edan Alexander from the propaganda video Hamas published on April 12, 2025.
Screenshot of hostage Edan Alexander from the propaganda video Hamas published on April 12, 2025.
(photo credit: VIA HOSTAGES AND MISSING FAMILIES FORUM)
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The war to cut off Hezbollah: HTS battling against Iran-backed smuggling routes - Washington Post

Syrian armed forces and patrols are facing frequent fire from Hezbollah terrorists seeking to rearm after its war against Israel.

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Search and sweep operations are being expanded to track down remnants of the deposed Bashar al-Assad regime after recent security tensions in the coastal region, where ousted regime elements attacked security patrols and checkpoints, resulting in casualties on March 07, 2025 in Latakia, Syria.
Search and sweep operations are being expanded to track down remnants of the deposed Bashar al-Assad regime after recent security tensions in the coastal region, where ousted regime elements attacked security patrols and checkpoints, resulting in casualties on March 07, 2025 in Latakia, Syria.
(photo credit: Izettin Kasim/Anadolu via Getty Images)
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'Targeting terror from the sea': How Israel Navy operates on Gaza's shores

"We will continue to operate from the sea against the terrorist organizations operating in the Strip in order to return the hostages," said IDF Navy Commander Vice Admiral David Saar Salama.

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Footage of Israeli Navy activity in the Gaza Strip, released April 12, 2025 (IDF SPOKESPERSON'S UNIT)
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Second round of Iran-US talks likely next Saturday, Iranian foreign minister says

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Oman FM: Iran-US talks 'friendly, conducive to bridging viewpoints'

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US, Iran conclude 'positive' first round of talks, to resume next week

US-Iran talks were focused on sanctions against the Islamic Republic and the wars in the Middle East, according to an Omani source.

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US President Donald Trump seen over an illustrative image of American-Iranian ties (illustrative)
US President Donald Trump seen over an illustrative image of American-Iranian ties (illustrative)
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Israel at war: What you need to know


  • Hamas launched a massive attack on October 7, with thousands of terrorists infiltrating from the Gaza border and taking some 240 hostages into Gaza.

  • Over 1,200 Israelis and foreign nationals were murdered, including over 350 at the Supernova music festival and hundreds of Israeli civilians across Gaza border communities.

  • 59 hostages remain in Gaza.

  • 49 hostages in total have been killed in captivity, IDF says.

  • The IDF launched a ground invasion of Lebanon on September 30.

  • The Israel-Lebanon ceasefire came into effect on November 27 at 4 a.m.

  • Netanyahu confirmed the first phase of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire on January 17, 2025.


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