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The week in pictures: The Israel Hamas war escalates

Some of the most impactful photos from the ongoing Israel Hamas conflict.

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Israel readies troops near border as Gaza residents flee south

Hundreds of thousands of Gaza residents sought to heed Israel’s order to evacuate roughly the northern half of the territory.

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Gaza hospital overwhelmed with 60% of casualties women and children

The Red Crescent says four ambulance workers have been killed trying to rescue casualties including one shot dead by an Israeli sniper

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Gaza becoming 'hell hole', as hospitals at 'breaking point'

That's the end of our live coverage for today - thanks for reading. We're back again at 09:00CET on Saturday morning with the latest developments. Read our live blog below to see how events unfolded on Friday:

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UK evacuation flights begin as humanitarian crisis engulfs Gaza

That's the end of our live coverage for today, thanks for reading. We'll be back again at 07:00CET on Friday morning with all the latest developments. For now, read our live blog below to see how events unfolded on Thursday:

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Netanyahu vows to 'crush' Hamas, military orders closures around Gaza

Follow our live updates on day five of the fighting between Israel and Hamas.

Israel

No end in sight for Israeli-Palestinian conflict

With a diplomatic solution currently out of reach, analysts call for neighbouring countries to help restore stability to the region.

Israel

‘They shot children, babies’: kibbutz survivors recount Hamas’ assault

More than 100 bodies were discovered in one Kibbutz alone, according to the NGO Zaka.

Europe News

Commissioner went solo with suspension of EU funds for Palestinians

The European Commission scrambled on Tuesday to explain the contradictory messages sent by their officials regarding the bloc's aid for the Palestinian territories in reaction to the unfolding Israel-Hamas war.

Gaza

What is Hamas, the terror group behind unprecedented attack on Israel?

The group was founded during the first Intifada, and is considered a terrorist organisation by the European Union.

Israel

GALLERY: The most powerful images from Israel-Gaza conflict

Impactful images from both sides of the brutal conflict, as seen through the lens of Associated Press photographers.

Gaza

Hamas launches new rocket attack on Israeli city of Ashkelon

Follow our live blog to see how events unfolded on the 4th day of conflict between Hamas and Israel.

Israel

Hamas says it will kill hostages if Israel strikes civilians in Gaza

More than 100 Israeli civilians and soldiers are being held hostage by Hamas in the Gaza Strip after the militant group launched a surprise attack on Southern Israel on Saturday.

France

Jews in France fear reprisals from Israel-Hamas war

Security has been stepped up around Jewish places of worship and schools in several French cities as members of the country's Jewish community fear a rise in antisemitic attacks because of the Israel-Hamas war.

Israel

'Grave miscalculation': Why was Israel blindsided by Gaza attack?

Multiple failures occurred before Hamas' unprecedented assault, a former Lieutenant Colonel in the Israeli army told Euronews.

Israel

'We will change the Middle East', vows Israeli PM

Israel has declared a "state of war" following Hamas's surprise weekend attack which blindsided the country's military and intelligence agencies.

Israel

Israel declares war on Hamas after hundreds killed on both sides

Israel formally declared war on Sunday and gave the green light for “significant military steps” to retaliate against Hamas for its surprise attack.

Israel

What you should know about Hamas' unprecedented attack on Israel

At least 500 people have been killed in Israel and Gaza since Hamas launched its surprise assault on Saturday. This is what you need to know about the multi-pronged attack.

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Watch: Cars on fire after rocket barrages from Gaza hit Israel

More than 5,000 rockets had been fired so far from the Gaza Strip, the armed wing of Hamas which controls the blockaded coastal enclave said.

Israel

Hundreds dead as Arab-Israeli conflict erupts again

Backed by a barrage of rockets, dozens of Hamas militants broke out of the blockaded Gaza Strip and into nearby Israeli towns early on Saturday.

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