U.S. Media 'Fact-Checks' Israel's War Claims; Tunnels Exist, 5000 Hamas Fighters Still In North Gaza
by Hindustan Times
Hindustan Times— The New York Times has highlighted how Israel has 'failed' to fulfil its promises of destroying Hamas in Gaza. The report quoted several Israeli and U.S. officials as saying that Israel hasn't been able to destroy Hamas' tunnel network below the Strip. They add that 4,000-5,000 Hamas fighters are still active in North Gaza. Watch for more details. INTERNATIONAL NEWS
The Washington Times—Satellite photos show U.S. Navy ship building floating pier for Gaza aid as Israel-Hamas war rages. A U.S. Navy ship involved in an American-led effort to bring more aid into the besieged Gaza Strip is offshore from the enclave and building out a floating platform for the operation, according to satellite photos analyzed Monday by The Associated Press.
NPR—Violence erupts at UCLA as protests over Israel's war in Gaza escalate across the U.S.. Members of pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel groups in Los Angeles sometimes tussled, with reports that protesters used fireworks and pepper spray. It was hours before police restored calm.
POLITICO—There’s progress reported in Gaza truce talks, but Israel downplays chances of ending war with Hamas. Egyptian and U.S. mediators have reported signs of compromise in recent days, but chances for a cease-fire deal remain entangled.