Like every historical event, the Hamas massacre over eight months ago is unique, but it can be broken down into different layers that can be compared to similar incidents, thereby enhancing our understanding of it

The German DPA news agency reports that the Hamas official targeted was Raed Saad, the head of the group's operations division, while the Israeli military said it was investigating reports of a deadly strike on Friday

IDF: Attempted to assassinate senior Hamas official in Gaza City; Hamas: 42 killed in two Israeli attacks ■ Wounded Palestinian man filmed on hood of IDF vehicle after West Bank arrest; IDF: Conduct against army protocol ■ Israeli, 60, killed by Palestinians in West Bank ■ IDF says it assassinated key Hamas operative in Lebanon ■ Here's what you need to know 260 days into the war

Demonstrations are being held in major Israeli cities. Danny Elgarat, whose brother is held in Gaza captivity, addressed Netanyahu: 'You choose to sacrifice the lives of our loved ones for your political survival'

In Kafr Kama, in northern Israel, eateries serve excellent dishes based on traditional Circassian cheese. In its sister village, Rehaniya, culinary tourism was annihilated by the war – and local businesses are struggling to survive

My initial reaction to the formation of the Netanyahu-Ben-Gvir government was to cold-shoulder my Judaism, but my attempt failed – like that of many who tried unsuccessfully to escape their national identity

Two maintenance workers felt like 'modern day slaves,' with one frequently sent to the family's private residence to clean the pool, violating procedures. A chef who worked at the residence claims he was not paid for overtime

Syrian reports: Unidentified planes strike areas near Syrian-Iraqi border ■ Qatar says gaps remain despite some progress in Gaza cease-fire talks ■ Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry says 25 killed, 50 wounded in IDF strike on displaced people's tents in Rafah ■ Hospital director in Gaza City: About 30 deaths from Israeli attacks in several locations ■ Armenia announces recognition of Palestinian state