05-02-2026

Israel-Hamas conflict escalates with new developments

Date: 05-02-2026
Sources: foxnews.com: 2 | nypost.com: 1
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Source: foxnews.com

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Summary

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has made significant moves against Hamas terrorists in Gaza, eliminating a key commander responsible for the murder of an Israeli soldier and accusing Hamas of violating a US-brokered ceasefire by utilizing civilian infrastructure for military purposes.

Key Points

  • IDF eliminated Hamas terrorist Muhammad Issam Hassan al-Habil, responsible for murdering Corporal Noa Marciano
  • Hamas accused of violating ceasefire by using ambulances, hospitals, and schools for military purposes
  • IDF provided video footage showing Hamas operatives using an ambulance to transport terrorists and weapons

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Hamas terrorist who murdered Corporal Noa Marciano eliminated in Gaza | Fox News

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced that it has eliminated Muhammad Issam Hassan al-Habil, a Hamas terrorist who murdered Corporal Noa Marciano, an Israeli soldier held captive in Gaza. Al-Habil was a key Hamas cell commander and was killed in an airstrike in Gaza City's Shati refugee camp. The IDF stated that al-Habil had brutally murdered Marciano, who was abducted during the October 7th massacre and later taken to Shifa Hospital in Gaza City. Marciano's body was recovered by Israeli forces in November 2023. The IDF and Israeli Security Agency (ISA) continue to operate against terrorists involved in the October 7 massacre and against attempts by terrorist organizations in Gaza to carry out attacks against IDF troops and Israeli civilians.
Entities: Israel Defense Forces (IDF), Hamas, Muhammad Issam Hassan al-Habil, Noa Marciano, GazaTone: neutralSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

IDF alleges Hamas ceasefire violations using ambulances, hospitals in Gaza | Fox News

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has accused Hamas of violating a U.S.-brokered ceasefire agreement by using ambulances, hospitals, and schools to regain control of the northern Gaza Strip. The IDF provided exclusive video footage to Fox News Digital showing Hamas operatives using an ambulance to transport terrorists and weapons from a hospital in northern Gaza. The IDF claims that Hamas has returned to the front lines and is turning civilian areas into military bases, with a Hamas commander in charge of each school in Jabalia. The IDF also stated that there are 3,000 Hamas operatives in Jabalia and that they are working to destroy tunnels in the area.
Entities: Israel Defense Forces (IDF), Hamas, Gaza Strip, Jabalia, Yemen Al-Saeed HospitalTone: negativeSentiment: negativeIntent: inform

Mamdani health officials' 'oppression' obsession: Attack Israel and Jews

The article criticizes Mayor Zohran Mamdani's Health Department for hosting a 'Global Oppression and Public Health Working Group' that accused Israel of committing 'genocide' against Palestinians. The event featured speakers who displayed bias and ignorance towards Israel, ignoring facts about Israel's Muslim citizens' rights and the Hamas massacre of Jews. The article argues that this event is unrelated to the Health Department's mandate and demands that Mamdani disband the working group and take action against its organizers.
Entities: Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Israel, Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, Global Oppression and Public Health Working Group, Weeam HammoudehTone: negativeSentiment: negativeIntent: critique