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Israeli Naval Strike Kills 33; US Arms Deal Intensifies Conflict

7/1/2025

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A devastating Israeli naval strike on Gaza City claimed the lives of at least 33 individuals, among them journalist Ismail Abu Hatab, pushing the grim toll of journalist fatalities to 228. Meanwhile, the US greenlit a $510 million arms sale to Israel, further intensifying the conflict that has already led to over 56,531 deaths and 133,642 injuries in Gaza since October 2023.

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A devastating Israeli naval strike on Gaza City claimed the lives of at least 33 individuals, among them journalist Ismail Abu Hatab, pushing the grim toll of journalist fatalities to 228. Meanwhile, the US greenlit a $510 million arms sale to Israel, further intensifying the conflict that has already led to over 56,531 deaths and 133,642 injuries in Gaza since October 2023.