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Israel Commemorates October 7 Attacks Amid Gaza Crisis

10/7/2025

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Israel marks the second anniversary of the October 7 attacks, with over 1,200 deaths and 251 hostages.
Egypt-based talks pursue a U.S.-backed peace plan with a ceasefire and hostage releases, but skepticism remains.
The Gaza crisis deepens with over 67,000 deaths and 90% of residents homeless, while rights groups allege war crimes and Israel denies these allegations, asserting self-defense.

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Israel marks the second anniversary of the October 7 attacks, with over 1,200 deaths and 251 hostages.
Egypt-based talks pursue a U.S.-backed peace plan with a ceasefire and hostage releases, but skepticism remains.
The Gaza crisis deepens with over 67,000 deaths and 90% of residents homeless, while rights groups allege war crimes and Israel denies these allegations, asserting self-defense.