Israel Continues Genocide in Gaza as War Enters Third Year and Hostages Remain Captive

The war in Gaza, now entering its third year, has been marked by what many sources describe as a genocide perpetrated by Israel against Palestinians.

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According to WTOP and ABC7 New York, over 67,000 Palestinians have been killed, with women and children comprising about half of the casualties.

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The humanitarian situation is dire, with 90% of Gaza's 2 million residents displaced and facing famine conditions due to severe restrictions on humanitarian aid.

Major rights groups and experts accuse Israel of using starvation as a war tactic, prompting the International Criminal Court to seek the arrest of Israeli leaders.

Israel denies these allegations, claiming it is conducting a lawful self-defense campaign.

PressTV, a West Asian source, criticizes Israel's use of "Hasbara"—state-backed propaganda campaigns—to justify its actions in Gaza and improve its international image amid accusations of genocide.

The article by Iqbal Jassat highlights the failure of these campaigns to gain legitimacy, especially as the humanitarian crisis and civilian deaths remain visible.

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Jassat condemns media outlets that provide platforms to pro-Israel voices, arguing that they deny the severity of Israel's actions, including the blockade on journalists.

The piece also references the killing of nearly 250 Palestinian journalists, turning Gaza into "journalism’s graveyard."

The hostage situation remains a critical issue, with 48 hostages still held in Gaza, according to Military.

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The initial attack by Hamas, which killed around 1,200 Israelis and abducted 251 people, has led to a prolonged war.

Israel vows to continue its military operations until all captives are freed and Hamas is disarmed.

NBC News reports on the anguish of families of hostages, who express skepticism about peace prospects given past failed negotiations.

Efforts by Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and former U.S. President Donald Trump to negotiate a ceasefire and hostage release are ongoing, with Trump optimistic about an imminent deal.

International reactions to the Gaza genocide and hostage crisis vary.

AP News reports on global protests marking the anniversary of the Hamas attack, with pro-Palestinian demonstrations highlighting the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

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European leaders, such as German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, have condemned the Hamas attack and rising antisemitism, while also criticizing Israel's military response as disproportionate.

The U.S. News & World Report notes that protests in cities like Sydney, London, and Paris aim to advocate for Palestinian rights, despite criticism from politicians who view them as insensitive.