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Israel announces that it has re-established a ceasefire in Gaza
"According to the Political Establishment Directive, and following the neutralization of terrorists in various attacks, the Army has resumed the implementation of the ceasefire," they stressed in a statement.
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Hurricane Melissa has been strengthened following the destruction of Jamaica and has risen to level 4 as it approaches Cuba
Hurricane Melissa has reached level 4 again, on a scale of 5, according to the latest report of the United States National Hurricane Center (NHC). With maximum winds of 215 km/h wind, the hurricane is located 175 km southwest of Guantánamo (Cuba) and is heading east of the island. Melissa crossed Jamaica as a category 5 hurricane with winds of more than 280 km/h and then weakened until it was reinforced on its way to Cuba.
Israeli missiles have left at least 31 dead
According to Benjamin Netanyahu's government, the attacks are due to Hamas's violation of the ceasefire, which the Islamist group denies.
Melissa has arrived in Jamaica as a category 5 hurricane and has left many of its inhabitants without electricity
Weather services have warned that this could be one of the most devastating hurricanes in recent years, with winds of 295 km/h at the moment.
Netanyahu has ordered the army to "immediately" launch attacks on Gaza
This decision comes shortly after the alleged attack on Israeli troops in the south of the Strip.
Category 5 Hurricane Melissa has begun to hit Jamaica
Hurricane Melissa is approaching the west coast of Jamaica with 280 km/h of wind, torrential rains and strong waves, which authorities say is a "very dangerous hurricane" and fears could cause significant damage.
New Delhi has used "artificial rain" to curb pollution for the first time
It's about introducing condensation nuclei into the clouds to try to accelerate the natural process and create rain. It's going to be the first time in India, after several failed attempts in previous years. It's been used on some occasions in countries like the United Arab Emirates or Pakistan.
Hurricane Melissa has reached level 5 and is heading for Jamaica with winds exceeding 280 km/h
The inhabitants of Jamaica and Cuba are preparing to deal with the Melissa hurricane which, according to forecasts, will cause devastating winds and catastrophic floods on a direct route to the Caribbean island.
Hamas announces that it will hand over to Israel the body of another hostage killed tonight
The Palestinian group attributes the delay in recovering the 13 bodies of the hostages to a lack of resources.