Israeli Military Attacks Two Locations in Gaza, Killing 9 and Injuring Several
The Israeli military attacked Jabalia in the northern Gaza Strip and Khan Younis in the south, resulting in 9 deaths and numerous injuries. Reports indicate that the Israeli military is continuing to demolish homes in Gaza City and shell neighborhoods, part of its violations of the Gaza ceasefire agreement.
Israeli Military Strikes Multiple Locations in Gaza, Killing at Least 11
A spokesperson for the Gaza Strip Civil Defense stated that Israeli military attacks on multiple locations in Gaza from the night of the 14th to the 15th have killed at least 11 people and injured dozens. This marks one of the more severe single-day casualty events in the recent Gaza conflict.
Israeli Airstrike on Tent for Displaced Persons in Gaza Kills 10
Health officials in the Gaza Strip reported that Israeli military attacks on several locations in Gaza from the night of the 14th to the early morning of the 15th have killed 10 people. In Jabalia, northern Gaza, an Israeli airstrike hit a tent sheltering displaced persons, killing 6; in Khan Younis, an airstrike killed 4 people.
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Confirms Second Round of Iran-US Nuclear Talks to be Held
Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister confirmed that the second round of nuclear talks between Iran and the United States will be held on the 17th in Geneva, Switzerland. He stated that “the ball is in America’s court; they need to prove they want to reach a deal,” and noted that Iran’s proposal to dilute its 60% enriched uranium demonstrates a willingness to compromise.
Iranian Official Says Negotiating Team Ready but Not Optimistic About Results
A spokesperson for the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission stated that Iran’s negotiating team is prepared with a plan for talks with the US, “but considering America’s track record, we are not very optimistic about the outcome of the negotiations.” He emphasized that the Geneva talks are unrelated to missile issues or regional matters.
Hamas Condemns Ongoing Israeli Military Attacks in Gaza Strip
A Hamas spokesperson issued a statement declaring that the Israeli military continues to perpetrate massacres against the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip, attacking displaced persons living in tents. This constitutes a serious violation of the Gaza ceasefire agreement. He noted that this military escalation is occurring just before the “Peace Commission” is scheduled to meet.
Israeli Prime Minister Presets Four Conditions for US-Iran Agreement
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated that any agreement between the US and Iran must meet four conditions: transfer all enriched uranium out of Iran; completely dismantle Iran’s uranium enrichment equipment and infrastructure; restrict Iran’s ballistic missile program; and dismantle the Iran-led regional anti-Israel alliance, the “Axis of Resistance.”
Iranian Foreign Minister Departs for Geneva to Participate in Iran-US Nuclear Talks
Iran’s Foreign Minister departed that evening leading the Iranian negotiating delegation for Geneva, Switzerland, to participate in the second round of Iran-US nuclear talks and other diplomatic activities. In addition to attending the talks on the 17th, he will also hold meetings with the Swiss Foreign Minister, the Omani Foreign Minister, and the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency.
Limited Access Through Rafah Crossing in Gaza; Over 20,000 Sick and Wounded Await Treatment
A statement from the Gaza Strip Health Ministry expressed serious concern and dissatisfaction over the current “partial and restricted” operational status of the Rafah Crossing in southern Gaza. The statement noted that although the crossing partially resumed operations on February 2, the number of people permitted to pass is extremely limited. Currently, the number of patients and wounded individuals in the Gaza Strip awaiting exit for medical treatment has exceeded 20,000.