| Source | Latest linked headline | Age |
|---|---|---|
| The Times of Israel | ISRAELI PAUSE ON STRIKES IN GAZA SUSPENDS DEADLY HUNT FOR OCTOBER 7 TERRORISTS | 1 hr ago |
| The Times of Israel | NETANYAHU REJECTS TRUMP’S 15-POINT GAZA PLAN, INSISTS HE CAN STAND UP TO US PRESIDENT | 9 mins ago |
According to The Times of Israel, Israel has paused its aerial strikes in Gaza, effectively halting the campaign aimed at locating terrorists involved in the October 7 attacks. The cessation began at the start of the month and has suspended what officials had described as a "Munich‑style revenge" operation.
The pause follows Prime Minister Netanyahu’s rejection of the Board of Peace road‑map and the chief of the Israel Defense Forces’ pledge to act "proactively" against Hamas. While the IDF has maintained that it remains vigilant, the decision to suspend offensive operations marks a notable shift from the hard‑line stance that dominated earlier in the conflict. The Times of Israel notes that the halt appears to be temporary, but no specific timeline has been announced.
The decision comes amid continued tension over Israel’s strategy for counter‑terrorism in Gaza and the broader debate over the United States and other international proposals for a peace roadmap. The pause may reflect internal pressures to balance military objectives with political considerations.