The Israeli military on Sunday began a limited pause in fighting in three populated areas of Gaza for 10 hours a day, part of a series of steps launched as concerns over surging hunger in the territory mount and as Israel faces a wave of international criticism over its conduct in the 21-month war.

DEIR AL BALAH, Gaza Strip — At least 20 Palestinians were killed in Israeli strikes on the Gaza Strip overnight and into Saturday, according to local health officials. The 20-month war with ...

The Israeli military has begun a "tactical pause" in fighting in three areas of Gaza for 10 hours a day to address a worsening humanitarian situation.

Israel killed at least 53 people in Gaza overnight and into Saturday, Palestinian health officials and the ambulance service reported.

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As Israeli military strikes on the Gaza Strip continue to claim the lives of Palestinians, the ongoing nightmare has prompted a heartfelt message from the United Nations chief

An Israeli strike hit tents sheltering displaced Palestinians in the built-up, seaside Shati refugee camp on the western side of Gaza City, killing at least 12 people, according to the city’s Shifa Hospital,