News roundup for Friday, July 10, 2026, Day 1,008 since Israel began its 2023 genocide on the Palestinian people.
Compilation of news reports – IAK staff
NEWS & HEADLINES FROM GAZA:
For some basic info on the Palestine-Israel conflict, go here. For more critical context, skim this, this, and this. To read about a remarkable but underreported, 20-month-long peaceful protest in Gaza against Israel, go here.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The number of Palestinians being killed in Gaza is lower since the October 2025 “ceasefire” began, about 270 days ago – about 4 per day, vs. over 100 per day during the 733 days of the “war.” But Israel is actively working (with Trump’s “Board of Peace“) to ethnically cleanse Gaza of its Palestinian population, even as the low-level killing continues. Genocide experts, along organizations like the United Nations and Amnesty International, maintain that the genocide is ongoing.
Palestinians mourn Gaza aid worker killed in Israeli strike after organizing World Cup screenings: Aid worker Mohammed al-Wahidi survived initial Israeli drone strike on vehicle he was traveling in before boarding another civilian car that was later struck, killing him.
Israeli drone attack injures 3 hospital workers in northern Gaza despite ceasefire
DEATH TOLL – GAZA GENOCIDE (tentative):
- At least 1,094 since ceasefire began Oct. 11, 2025 (247 children, 191 women)
- 5 Israeli soldiers have been killed in Gaza since the ceasefire began – one by friendly fire, and four others in incidents during the first three weeks of the ceasefire.
- 73,120 killed (~22,000 children, 33,000 women and girls) since October 2023
- More statistics below
One of the most brutal scenes in human history has been leaked.
An Israeli soldier filmed this clip using a drone camera while proudly boasting about the destruction of all homes in Gaza.
A moment the world must never forget. pic.twitter.com/gH3zVEHLeF
— Muhammad Mazen (@mhmd_s09) July 10, 2026
NEWS & HEADLINES FROM THE OCCUPIED WEST BANK/EAST JERUSALEM:
Every day, Palestinians in the West Bank and East Jerusalem endure dozens of incidents like the ones below, at the hands of Israeli soldiers and/or settlers. For background on the West Bank, read this and this. For information on the significance of Israeli settlers in the West Bank, read this and this.)
Israel detains Jerusalem grand mufti, bars him from Al-Aqsa Mosque for 1 week
10 Palestinians injured in Israeli occupier (i.e. settler), army attacks in occupied West Bank
Friday: Israeli Invasions, Abductions Across West Bank
Israeli Colonizers (Settlers) Escalate Coordinated Attacks Across West Bank
Ongoing Israeli Violations Across the Gaza Strip, Friday
DEATH TOLL – WEST BANK/EAST JERUSALEM (tentative):
NEWS & HEADLINES FROM ISRAEL:
Israel is a tiny country, about the size of New Jersey, with a population smaller than the US state of Georgia – about 10 million (of which about 20 percent are Palestinians), yet it is in the news constantly. As has been demonstrated again and again, however, mainstream media rarely covers Israel news accurately. IAK gets the facts – sometimes from Israeli media sites, where we can get a glimpse inside this country that is rife with turmoil and contradictions, and that receives $63 million a day from America.
Israeli army begins major reduction of reserve soldiers amid budget strain: Move comes amid financial pressure on military, with reserve force expected to shrink by around 10,000 personnel.
IRAN, LEBANON, & SYRIA – NEWS & HEADLINES:
It can not be overemphasized that Israel is the impetus behind US policies and actions vis-a-vis Iran. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has been pushing the US to attack Iran for decades, using lies and deception. Under President Trump, he got his wish.
Israel has invaded Lebanon seven times in the last half century. Between 1978 and 2000, Israel maintained an 18-year occupation of southern Lebanon — Hezbollah was formed to fight that occupation.
Although Israel is not at war with Syria, the Israeli army has reportedly carried out over 1,600 violations inside Syrian territory since August 2025, and demanded the demilitarization of southern Syria – but also vowed to permanently occupy some areas.
IRAN
Israel is reportedly pressuring Washington for a ‘green light’ to join the US in attacking Iran. Tel Aviv is prepared to join any upcoming US strikes on Iran, according to an Israeli source: “We’re willing to do it again, if needed … should Washington seek help.”
Iran calls out Israel’s involvement in attacks, issues warning: “Any attack on infrastructure will be met with retaliation in kind,” an Iranian spokesperson said. Israel, which he said was behind the recent hostile acts, “will not be safe from the response.”
French report: UAE preparing first Israeli military foothold in Somaliland near Bab al-Mandab: The French newspaper Le Monde has published a report titled: “UAE discreetly builds military base in Somaliland for US and Israel”, revealing that Berbera Airport in the internationally unrecognized region of Somaliland is being transformed into a military base near one of the world’s most important shipping routes for the benefit of Abu Dhabi, Tel Aviv and Washington. The airport is just 160 miles from Bab al- Mandab.
RELATED: Israel Searches for a Red Sea Foothold in Somaliland
White House claims ‘commitment’ to Iran MoU as Israel preps for war: The statement came hours after hundreds of US strikes hit the Islamic Republic, and as Israel said it was ‘drawing new plans’ for a renewed war on Iran.
Trump hints at further Iran negotiations after exchange of fire over Hormuz: Iran denies it requested new talks with US as new attacks threaten the full resumption of war.
‘Largest in human history’: Over 43 million join funeral ceremonies for Martyr Leader in Iran, Iraq
LEBANON
Will Israel withdraw from “pilot zones” in Lebanon, according to agreement? It’s not adding up: US and Lebanese sources insist the withdrawal will happen in days, and Lebanese forces will take over the zones. Nevertheless, Israeli officials are openly rejecting any withdrawal from south Lebanon. And of the three named towns to change hands, two reportedly were never even occupied to begin with.
DEATH TOLL – WARS ON IRAN & LEBANON (tentative):
- United States: 13 (or more) since Feb. 28, 2026
- Iran: at least 3,636 (1,701 civilians) since Feb. 28, 2026 (another source puts the number at 3,499)
- Lebanon: at least 4,321 people since March 2, 2026
- Arab states: at least 154 (including Palestine, excluding Lebanon)
- Israel: at least 60 people (Iran killed 20 civilians; Hezbollah killed 36 soldiers, 4 civilians)
MORE NEWS & HEADLINES:
AOC calls to release Gaza hospital Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya (Dr. Abu Safiya’s original story here)
Spain’s National Court opens probe into Israeli military officials over Gaza flotilla interception: Investigation targets Israeli military chief of staff, navy commander over illegal detentions aboard Spanish-flagged vessels.
Settlement stays and army days: How UK charities promote migration to Israel: British-registered charities offer chance to train with Israeli army, live in settlements and participate in the illegal occupation of Palestinian territory. Hundreds of thousands of dollars are poured into the programs.
Colombia’s Petro accuses Israeli cyberfirm BlackCore of election interference
German upper house advances bill to criminalize ‘denying Israel’s right to exist’
ICYMI, A SELECTION OF YESTERDAY’S HEADLINES:
IDF accused of ‘field execution’ of Palestinian driver bringing aid into Gaza
Palestinians in East Jerusalem Left Without Sewage Services After Israel Forces UNRWA Shutdown
Israel Denies Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya’s Life Is at Risk While Held in Isolation
(Read yesterday’s daily update here.)
STATISTICS OCTOBER 7, 2023 – July 10, 2026*:
- At least 74,299 Palestinians killed, 186,534 injured – including:
- Gaza: at least 73,120 killed (~22,000 children, 33,000 women and girls), 173,615 injured
- West Bank/East Jerusalem: at least 1,179 killed (~244 children), 12,919 injured
*NOTE: Thousands of remains in Gaza have yet to be identified, and thousands more are still buried under rubble; others are reportedly missing.
Reported Israeli death toll from October 7, 2023 – July 10, 2026: ~1,663 – including ~1,139** on October 7, 2023 (~36 children), 472 military forces since the ground invasion began in Gaza, about 52 military and civilians (by one count, there have been 59 victims) in the West Bank, East Jerusalem, and Israel (these numbers do not include deaths from the conflicts with Lebanon or Iran).
**NOTE: It is unknown at this time how many of the deaths and injuries of Israelis on October 7 were caused by Israeli soldiers.
- Human rights reports on Israel-Palestine (regularly updated)
- Israel Continues to Shoot Children in the Head During the Gaza Ceasefire
- Israel announces theft of Palestinian land in West Bank to expand road for settlers
- What would you do to help end a genocide?
- These Palestinian families in the West Bank have barricaded themselves inside their homes to survive Israeli settler attacks
- How Israel and American Zionists are canceling First Amendment
- Israel is murdering Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya. The U.S. media is covering up the crime: 2 Articles
- Inside the growing religious revolt against Christian Zionism
- Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens on the debate stage
- Far-Left Dem Says 9/11 Was Blowback. So Did Pat Buchanan
- Congress Aims to Give Israel Leverage Over America
- Annus Mirabilis – Actions by the Israeli Government to Annex the West Bank
- AP-NORC poll: About 3 in 10 US adults believe Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians
- Who Should You Believe About What’s Happening in Gaza? Mehdi Names Them All in 60 Seconds
- Why Gaza is the world’s most dangerous place for children
