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Israeli strikes kill 18 in Gaza

Analysis based on 43 articles · First reported Aug 01, 2026 · Last updated Aug 06, 2026

Sentiment
-70
Attention
6
Articles
43
Market Impact
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Market Impact

The escalation in Gaza raises geopolitical risk in the Middle East, potentially impacting oil prices and defense stocks. Continued conflict may undermine investor confidence in regional stability and delay economic normalization efforts.

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Event Summary

Israeli airstrikes hit Gaza for a second straight day on Sunday, killing at least 18 Palestinians, according to Malaysia — Ministry of Health (Malaysia), despite US President Donald Trump's announcement of a breakthrough in efforts to implement last year's ceasefire agreement. Strikes targeted Gaza City, Deir al-Balah, and Khan Younis, causing the biggest daily death toll in weeks. Israeli Energy Minister Eli Cohen said there was no deal to halt attacks and that Israel might take full control of Gaza if Hamas does not disarm. The Israel Defense Forces said strikes targeted Hamas operatives, including commanders of the Nukhba force. Trump's Board of Peace published a 15-point roadmap on Friday, but implementation remains stalled. Hamas accused Israel of undermining peace efforts, while former Palestine — Fatah official Mohammed Dahlan reported that Jared Kushner was working to stop attacks. At least 1,230 Palestinians have been killed since the October ceasefire, according to Gaza health authorities.

Key Actions
100 Israel Defense Forces killed people Gaza Strip
90 Israel demolished homes Palestine — Beit Lahia
81 Hamas met with mediators
80 Israel conducted airstrikes Gaza Strip
80 Israel killed people Gaza Strip
76 Donald Trump announced plan Hamas
72 Donald Trump pressured
70 Israel demolished school Palestine — Hebron
69 Hamas reneged on parts
67 Hamas stormed borders Israel
67 Israel struck gathering points Hamas
66 Israel expressed concerns United States
63 Donald Trump proposed ceasefire plan
60 International — United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs warned
55 Eli Cohen expressed skepticism Hamas
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Entities Involved
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Israel
Israel conducted airstrikes in Gaza, killing at least 18 Palestinians. The strikes continue despite ceasefire efforts, potentially straining relations with the US and increasing international pressure.
Importance 100.0 Sentiment -60.0
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Hamas
Hamas is the target of Israeli strikes and has accused Israel of undermining peace efforts. The group's disarmament is a key condition for the ceasefire, but it insists on Israeli withdrawal first.
Importance 100.0 Sentiment -70.0
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Gaza Strip
The Gaza Strip is the site of the conflict, with at least 18 Palestinians killed in the latest strikes. The humanitarian situation is deteriorating.
Importance 100.0 Sentiment -80.0
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Donald Trump
Trump announced a breakthrough in ceasefire efforts, but continued strikes undermine his initiative. His Board of Peace published a roadmap, but implementation is stalled.
Importance 80.0 Sentiment -40.0
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United States
The US, through Trump's Board of Peace, is leading the ceasefire initiative. Continued strikes complicate its efforts and may affect its diplomatic standing.
Importance 70.0 Sentiment -30.0
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Benjamin Netanyahu
Netanyahu has not commented publicly on the initiative, but his office expressed concerns to the US about the disarmament plan. His government's stance is that Hamas must be dismantled.
Importance 70.0 Sentiment -50.0
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Israel Defense Forces
The Israel Defense Forces conducted the airstrikes, targeting Hamas operatives. Its actions are central to the conflict and subject to international scrutiny.
Importance 70.0 Sentiment -40.0
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Eli Cohen
Cohen stated there was no deal to halt attacks and expressed skepticism about Hamas disarming. He suggested Israel might take full control of Gaza if Hamas does not disarm.
Importance 50.0 Sentiment -30.0
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Jared Kushner
Kushner, a senior adviser, was reportedly working with the Israeli side to stop attacks on Gaza, according to Mohammed Dahlan. His role is central to the US initiative.
Importance 50.0 Sentiment -20.0
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Malaysia — Ministry of Health (Malaysia)
Malaysia — Ministry of Health (Malaysia) reported the death toll and casualties. Their data is crucial for assessing the impact of the strikes.
Importance 50.0 Sentiment -30.0
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Itamar Ben-Gvir
Ben-Gvir called the initiative unacceptable and advocated for continued assassinations of Hamas leaders, reflecting hardline opposition to the ceasefire plan.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment -30.0
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Mohammed Dahlan
Dahlan, a former Palestine — Fatah official, reported Kushner's efforts and said success depends on Israel ending attacks. He is involved in contacts with the US.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment -10.0
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Bassem Naim
Naim, a senior Hamas official, accused Israel of undermining peace efforts and imposing facts on the ground by force. He claimed Hamas has shown flexibility.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment -20.0
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Nickolay Mladenov
Mladenov, the Board of Peace's lead envoy, called for de-escalation and worked with mediators to implement the roadmap. He acknowledged the difficulty of achieving lasting peace.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment -10.0
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Egypt
Egypt is a mediator in the ceasefire and hosts the Egyptian representative mission in Gaza. Its role is crucial for implementing the agreement.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment -10.0
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Relationships
Israel related ↔ Hamas
Israel related ↔ Donald Trump
Israel close ally ↔ United States Israel views the United States as its most crucial ally, relying heavily on its military, economic, and diplomatic suppo
Israel related ↔ Benjamin Netanyahu
Israel related ↔ Israel Defense Forces
Israel related ↔ Eli Cohen
Israel related ↔ Jared Kushner
Israel related ↔ Malaysia — Ministry of Health (Malaysia)
Hamas related ↔ Donald Trump
Hamas related ↔ United States
Hamas related ↔ Benjamin Netanyahu
Hamas related ↔ Israel Defense Forces
Hamas related ↔ Eli Cohen
Hamas related ↔ Jared Kushner
Hamas related ↔ Malaysia — Ministry of Health (Malaysia)
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