Palestinian Resistance Counterattack Sends Shockwaves in Israeli Army, Soldiers Missing

Aug. 30, 2025

Israeli media said that renewed fighting between Palestinian resistance fighters and the Israeli army in the Zaytoun neighborhood of Gaza City has left at least one Israeli soldier dead and nine others wounded, with fears that four more may have been captured.

Earlier today, Abu Obeida warned that Israel’s plan to occupy Gaza City under “Operation Gideon 2” will lead to major losses, as the resistance remains on high alert and vowed to fight with determination while holding prisoners in combat zones.

Since October 7, 2023, Israel has killed 63,371 and injured 159,835 others, the majority of whom are women and children, according to the Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza.

Iran Condemns Israel’s Assassination of Ansarallah Prime Minister

IRANIAN FM: We strongly condemn the Zionist aggression and the assassination of the Prime Minister of the Government of Change and Building in Yemen, along with several other ministers. The crimes of the Zionist entity in Yemen are a malicious act of revenge against a people determined to fulfill their humanitarian responsibilities toward Gaza.

Israeli Soldier Killed in Southern Gaza

ISRAELI ARMY: The Israeli army announced the killing of a First Lieutenant in battles in southern Gaza.

Two Israeli Soldiers Injured in Khan Younis

ISRAELI ARMY RADIO: Two soldiers from the Golani Brigade were injured with light wounds in an operational incident in Khan Yunis.

Five Palestinians Killed and 95 Injured While Seeking Aid in Northern Gaza

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Five Palestinians were killed and 95 others injured by Israeli army fire while they were seeking aid in northern Gaza.

Hamas Mourns Houthi Prime Minister

HAMAS STATEMENT: We mourn Ahmad Ghaleb al-Rahwi, Prime Minister of the Government of Change and Building in Yemen, and the heroic ministers who were killed in a Zionist airstrike. The blood of Yemen’s martyrs is mixed with the blood of Gaza, confirming the unity of our nation, the centrality of our cause, and the danger of the occupation to the region and the world.

Ansarallah Vows Retaliation against Israel

ANSARALLAH: The head of the Supreme Political Council of Ansarallah said that the prime minister and his colleagues were killed in an Israeli strike. He pledged to God, the people, and the families of the dead and wounded that retaliation will be taken. He also vowed to continue building and developing the armed forces’ capabilities, warning companies operating in Israel to leave before it is too late.

Al-Qassam Destroys Israeli Armored Personnel Carrier in Zaytoun

AL-QASSAM BRIGADES: The Al-Qassam Brigades announced that yesterday it destroyed an Israeli armored personnel carrier with a roadside bomb near Gaza University south of the Zaytoun neighborhood. The group said it observed Israeli helicopters landing to evacuate casualties.

Hamas: Gaza Strikes Aim to Force Civilian Evacuation

HAMAS STATEMENT: Hamas condemned the Israeli airstrike on a residential building in Al-Rimal neighborhood west of Gaza, describing it as an act of genocide and an escalation intended to force civilians to evacuate the city.

Gaza Famine Claims Hundreds in Gaza, Including Infant Rania Ghabn

PALESTINE CHRONICLE: More than 332 Palestinians, including 124 children, have died of starvation under Israel’s blockade, as UN monitors confirm famine spreading across the Strip.

EU Foreign Policy Chief Kallas: No Consensus on Sanctions against Israel

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PALESTINE CHRONICLE: The EU’s foreign policy chief voiced doubts on Saturday about the likelihood of reaching a consensus on sanctions against Israel.

Israeli Media: Israel Seeks to Subdue Hamas with Comprehensive Deal

ISRAELI MEDIA: Israeli Channel 12, citing a political source, reported that the security cabinet will not discuss tomorrow the partial deal approved by Hamas. The only plan on the table is to subdue Hamas and pursue a comprehensive agreement based on Israel’s five conditions. Security officials, however, have called for a discussion on the partial deal during the cabinet meeting.

63 Killed in Israeli Strikes on Gaza Since Dawn

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Sources in Gaza hospitals reported that 63 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli occupation fire since dawn today, including 35 in Gaza City and 14 among those waiting for aid.

19 Palestinians, Including Children, Killed in Gaza City Strike

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: A source at Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza reported that 19 Palestinians were killed, including 6 children, in an Israeli bombardment west of Gaza City. The strikes targeted a building in Al-Rimal neighborhood, a bakery, and a tent in Al-Nasr neighborhood.

Hamas and PFLP Condemn Israeli Strike on Gaza Bakery

AL-JAZEERA: Hamas said the occupation continues its assault on Gaza City by targeting civilian facilities, noting that an Israeli strike on a bakery in Al-Nasr neighborhood killed 12 people. The movement described the ongoing massacres, destruction, siege, and starvation as part of a systematic genocide policy.

The Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP) said the massacre at the crowded bakery in Gaza City reflects Israel’s deliberate intent to escalate ethnic cleansing. The group stressed that targeting a bakery filled with civilians aims to terrorize the population and forcibly push them toward displacement.

Israeli Reserve Officer: Refusing Service in Gaza Is the Only Way to Save Israel

NEW YORK TIMES:An Israeli reserve captain wrote in the New York Times that refusing service in Gaza is the only way to save Israel. He said soldiers are fighting because their leaders never planned to stop, adding that Gaza has become a lawless zone where accountability for soldiers is almost absent.

He warned that there is no future for Israel under a reckless government that denies the limits of its power, describing the plan to reoccupy Gaza as an occupation addiction by a government that knows nothing but destruction.

Global Sumud Flotilla to Challenge Gaza Blockade from Barcelona and Tunisia

PALESTINE CHRONICLE: The Global Sumud Flotilla will depart from Barcelona and Tunisia this week, uniting international coalitions to challenge Israel’s blockade on Gaza.

Yemen Confirms Death of Prime Minister Ahmad Ghaleb al-Rahawi in Israeli Aggression

PALESTINE CHRONICLE: The Yemeni presidency announced that Prime Minister Ahmad Ghaleb al-Rahawi and several ministers were killed in an Israeli strike on Sanaa during a government session

Civil Defense: 1,500 Homes Destroyed in Zaytoun in August

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Gaza’s Civil Defense reported that 1,500 residential buildings were completely destroyed in the Zaytoun neighborhood since the beginning of August due to Israeli bombardment.

Hussein Sheikh: Intensive Contacts to Address US Decision

AL-JAZEERA: Palestinian Authority official Hussein Sheikh said intensive contacts are underway to address Washington’s decision not to grant visas to the Palestinian delegation, led by Mahmoud Abbas, for the UN General Assembly meetings.

UNICEF: Gaza Is the Most Dangerous Place in the World for Children

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AL-JAZEERA: Tess Ingram, spokesperson for UNICEF in Gaza, said her organization has repeatedly warned since the early months of the war that Gaza has become the most dangerous place in the world for children.

In an interview with Al Jazeera Net, she stated that a Palestinian child is killed or injured every 10 minutes in Gaza and stressed that the only way to stop this is through a ceasefire.

Three Killed and Others Injured Among Aid Seekers in Southern Gaza

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: The Nasser Medical Complex reported that three Palestinians were killed and several others injured after Israeli forces opened fire on people waiting for humanitarian aid in southern Gaza.

Death Toll From Israeli Aggression Rises to 63,371

GAZA HEALTH MINISTRY: The Gaza Ministry of Health reported that 66 Palestinians were killed and 345 injured in Israeli airstrikes over the past 24 hours. The total death toll since October 7, 2023, has risen to 63,371, with 159,835 injured.

Red Cross: Impossible to Safely Evacuate Gaza City

PRCS: The president of the International Committee of the Red Cross said it is impossible to evacuate Gaza City safely and with dignity under the current conditions.

Israeli Media: Four Soldiers Found Safe after Zaytoun Battle

ISRAELI MEDIA: Israeli media reported that fears of missing soldiers during fighting in Zaytoun proved unfounded. After counting and verification, the four soldiers who lost contact were found safe.

Eleven Palestinians Killed in Israeli Strike on Al-Nasr

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: A source at Al-Shifa Hospital reported that 11 Palestinians were killed in an Israeli airstrike on the Al-Nasr neighborhood in western Gaza City.

Palestinian Woman Killed in Israeli Shelling on Al-Zarqa Area

ISRAELI MEDIA: Israeli army radio reported that seven soldiers were injured last night when a Namer armored personnel carrier hit an explosive device in the Zaytoun neighborhood.

Infant Dies of Malnutrition in Gaza

AL-JAZEERA:A source at Al-Shifa Hospital said infant Rania Ghaban died due to malnutrition and lack of medical treatment.

Earlier, Gaza Health Ministry Director Munir Al-Bursh warned of impending mass deaths in Gaza City, saying residents reject Israel’s displacement plans and refuse to leave. He added that the situation in southern Gaza is even more destructive, and death is now everywhere in Gaza.

Israeli Soldiers Missing, Dead in Zaytoun – Resistance Roundup – Day 693

PALESTINE CHRONICLE: Shortly after a brief message by Palestinian leader and spokesperson for Al-Qassam Brigades, Abu Obedia, multiple resistance operations took place in the Gaza area, leading to dead and missing among Israeli soldiers.

Abu Obeida Says Resistance Will Defend Gaza City, Vows to Capture More Soldiers

PALESTINE CHRONICLE: Abu Obeida warned that Israel’s plan to occupy Gaza City under “Operation Gideon 2” will lead to major losses, as the resistance remains on high alert and vows to fight with determination while holding prisoners in combat zones.

Israeli Media: Likely Capture of 4 Soldiers in Zeitoun Ambush

ISRAELI MEDIA: Israeli media reported suspicions that four soldiers are missing and likely captured during a Hamas ambush in the Zaytoun neighborhood of Gaza City.

According to the reports, six helicopters sent by the army to evacuate forces came under heavy fire. A large number of Qassam Brigade fighters participated in the assault, targeting fortified sites and launching a fierce attack on an Israeli force, setting prepared ambushes.

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Israeli Army Faces Fourth Security Incident in Zaytoun

ISRAELI MEDIA: Israeli media reported that a fourth difficult security incident is unfolding in the Zaytoun neighborhood, reflecting escalating confrontations there.

Israel Renews Air and Artillery Strikes on Gaza City

AL-JAZEERA: Israeli forces renewed airstrikes and artillery bombardments on several areas of Gaza City.

Zaytoun Ambush Aimed at Capturing Soldiers

ISRAELI MEDIA: Israeli media reported that the purpose of the ambush in Zeitoun was to capture Israeli soldiers.

Former Biden Officials Claim Netanyahu Sabotaged Ceasefire Negotiations

PALESTINE CHRONICLE: Top US officials in the administration of former President Joe Biden are claiming that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sabotaged ceasefire negotiations last year and was the “ultimate obstacle” to a deal, The Jerusalem Post reported.

Israeli Media: One Soldier Killed and Nine Wounded in Gaza

ISRAELI MEDIA: Israeli media reported that Hamas fighters detected Israeli forces using night-vision devices, leading to heavy clashes. In initial figures, one soldier was killed and nine others were wounded.

Criminal Complaint Filed Against Netanyahu in Argentina

ISRAELI MEDIA: Yedioth Ahronoth reported that a criminal complaint was filed against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Argentina, demanding his arrest for alleged war crimes. The development may cause Netanyahu to reconsider a possible visit to Buenos Aires next month.

Israeli Media: Third Ambush Targets Israeli Forces in Jabaliya

ISRAELI MEDIA: According to Israeli media, a third ambush by resistance fighters targeted the 162nd Division, including the Givati and 401 brigades, advancing toward Gaza City in Jabaliya.

Israeli Media: Hannibal Protocol Activated

ISRAELI MEDIA: Israeli media reported that the Israeli army activated the Hannibal Protocol, a procedure applied when there is suspicion of soldiers being captured.

Israeli Media: Second Resistance Operation in Gaza

ISRAELI MEDIA: Israeli media indicated that confirmed information points to a second resistance operation in the Gaza Strip, which resulted in several Israeli casualties.

Activists Spill Red Paint at New York Times Editor’s Home

AL-AQSA TV: Activists poured red paint and wrote the slogan “Joe Kahn lies, Gaza dies” in front of the home of Joe Kahn, the executive editor of The New York Times, in Manhattan, United States.

Israeli Media: Soldier Killed in Resistance Operation in Gaza

ISRAELI MEDIA: Israeli media reported initial information of a “difficult incident” in Gaza. Israeli helicopters were deployed to evacuate soldiers under heavy fire. Reports said one soldier was killed and others injured in the incident.

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