2023 October 7 attack: Hamas official claims significant setback for Israel, resulting in 41,870 Palestinian deaths.

On the first anniversary of the October 7, 2023, attack, Hamas official Khaled Meshaal claimed the assault took Israel back to "square zero," marking a significant setback. The conflict, which escalated tensions in the region, resulted in approximately 41,870 Palestinian deaths, mostly civilians. Israel's army chief, Herzi Halevi, asserted Hamas has been defeated, while Prime Minister Netanyahu urged Western support to counter Iran's influence in the region.

October 06, 2024
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