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Israel-Gaza · IsraelIsrael has entered the first stages of its planned assault on Gaza City after a clash with Hamas and already has a hold on the outskirts of the city, Israeli military spokesman Effie Defrin told reporters on Wednesday.See the Story
Israel has begun first stages of its planned assault on Gaza City, says Israeli military spokesman
41% Left coverage: 90 sources

Money · PalestineThe Palestinian Health Ministry said 33 people were wounded, including a 13-year-old boy who was shot in the abdomen. The IDF said its forces raided a foreign exchange office that transferred money to Hamas, arresting five suspects and seizing thousands of shekelsSee the Story
Israeli Forces Raid Exchange Office in West Bank's Ramallah
Coverage: 9 sources

Military · BaghdadIraqi and American officials announced that the US-led counter-Islamic State operation in Iraq began its transition to a bilateral security agreement. US forces have begun moving from Iraqi bases as part of the first phase of the shift, which will end “the coalition’s military mission” in the country.See the Story
US Forces Begin Withdrawal From Ain Al Asad Airbase as US Presence in Iraq Transitions
Coverage: 2 sources